G&F Manufacturing Gulfstream Owner's Installation & Operations Manual

Manual is about: Swimming Pool Heat Pump

Summary of Gulfstream

  • Page 1

    G & f manufacturing swimming pool heat pump owner’s installation & operations manual 5005001b version 2.02.

  • Page 2: Table of Contents

    Page 2 table of contents introduction 3 installation 5 location 5 wind tie down 5 water plumbing 6 electrical hook up 6 bonding 7 water chemistry maintenance 8 heat pump features 9 heat pump operation 10 control on/off 10 pool/spa modes 10 changing set point temperature 11 heater running time 11 key...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Page 3 introduction congratulations on purchasing the most advanced high efficiency, microprocessor-controlled pool and spa heat pump available. Your heater has been manufactured with the most state-of-the-art quality control equipment available today to ensure the highest quality product delivered ...

  • Page 4

    Page 4 please be sure to complete and mail in the warranty registration card that is provided in the package with your heater. This card helps us to notify you about new information on your heater. Also, please take a moment and jot down the following information. If you should ever need to call us ...

  • Page 5: Installation

    Page 5 installation location the unit is designed for outdoor installation and shall not be placed in a totally enclosed area such as a shed or a garage unless ventilation is provided to ensure adequate air exchange for proper operation. Recirculation of cold discharge air back into the evaporator c...

  • Page 6

    Page 6 water plumbing the piping sequence: pool pump / filter / heater / chlorinator / pool. In-line chlorinators must be down stream of the heater to minimize harm to the pool equipment. Rigid pvc piping is recommended and all joints should be secured with pvc glue. Make sure that the direction of ...

  • Page 7

    Page 7 bonding because all metals have different electrical potentials, all metal and electrical components of the pool system must be bonded together. This includes the metal framework of the pool, lights, pump, filter, heater, any automatic chlorine generator and any other metal or electrical equi...

  • Page 8: Water Chemistry Maintenance

    Page 8 water chemistry maintenance not only is the water chemistry of your pool or spa important to the health of you and your family, it also directly affects the life of your heater. This is the most important item in the maintenance of the heater. If the water chemistry is improperly maintained o...

  • Page 9: Heat Pump Features

    Page 9 heat pump features cabinet – your heat pump’s cabinet is made from a maintenance-free, rust-free plastic that is uv resistant. It will last for years and any dirt or dust may simply be wiped away with a cloth or sprayed off with a water hose. The use of a product such as armor- all will resto...

  • Page 10: Heat Pump Operation

    Page 10 heat pump operation control on/off when the unit is powered up, but in the off mode, the display will show “off”. To turn the unit on, press the up arrow button until desired temperature is reached. To turn the unit off press and hold the down arrow button until the display shows off. This p...

  • Page 11

    Page 11 changing set point temperature to change the set point temperature, press either the up or down arrow buttons on the control. The display will then show “pool temperature” on the top line and the current set point temperature in numbers on the bottom line. After adjusting to the desired temp...

  • Page 12: Care & Maintenance

    Page 12 care & maintenance cleaning there is not much maintenance that needs to be done on your heater. Making sure there is good airflow through the evaporator and proper drainage are the two main tasks. A garden hose with low-pressure water flow can be used to clean the evaporator coil. Keep all s...

  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    Page 13 troubleshooting a simple test to verify that your heater is functioning is to place your hand above the unit. There should be cool air blowing out the top after time delay has expired. The return water to the pool should be a few degrees warmer than water entering the heater. After about 15 ...

  • Page 14

    Page 14 control displays "high refrigerant pressure" water flow restriction, valve is turned restricting flow. Clean pump and filter. Adjust water valves. If problem persists, call factory for service. Control displays "hp3 water lockout” water flow restriction, valve is turned restricting flow. Cle...

  • Page 15: Service

    Page 15 service all service must be handled by an authorized service center. Warranty may be void if a non-authorized service representative does service. Do not return the heater to your dealer, as they do not provide service. Before calling for assistance or service, please check the troubleshooti...