North Road Technologies Geyser 6000–3.0 Installation & Owner's Manual - page 5
SECTION 5 -OPERATION
General Cycle
Most electric water tanks utilize two heating elements, one at the top of the
tank and one at the bottom of the tank. The heating element at the top of
the tank is called a “quick recovery” element, because it is designed to heat
water at the top of the tank if the temperature at the top of the tank falls
below its set point. The heating element at the bottom of the tank actually
provides most of the heating of the water. With an electric water heater,
after the water in the top third of the tank is hot, the lower heating element
will heat the water in the bottom two thirds of the tank. The cold water that
enters the tank to replace the hot water being used enters at the bottom so
that it will not cool the hot water near the top exit. Hot water rises to the
top of the tank, and cold water falls to the bottom. The bottom thermostat
brings the lower element on after a few gallons of hot water are used.
The GEYSER 6000–3.0 replaces the lower element in operation. Instead of
the lower element providing most of the hot water, the GEYSER 6000–3.0
provides it. When the GEYSER 6000–3.0™ thermostat calls for heat,
the electrical circuit is closed and the air fan, water circulating pump,
and compressor in the GEYSER 6000–3.0 start. The compressor causes a
differential pressure between the evaporator and the condenser. In the
evaporator, the refrigerant evaporates and cools, drawing heat from the
air being forced through its fins. In the condenser, refrigerant vapor is
condensed, giving off heat to the water being circulated from the storage
tank.
An
alternative
plumbing
connection that would work is
to put a “T” in the cold water
supply to the water heater,
and connect the branch of the
“T” to the GEYSER 6000–3.0™
outlet. Connect the GEYSER
6000–3.0™ outlet to a “T” at
the drain. This would allow the
cold water from the bottom of
the tank to be pulled up the
dip tube, from a point above
the sediment. This alternative
connecting system is required
for some hot water heaters
such as Marathon
®
brand, that have an internal elbow in the drain. Note:keep
the nipple with the thermostat connected at the tank.
GEYSER 6000–3.0™
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The Geyser 6000-3.0™ from North Road Technologies is a Heat Pump Water
Heater that makes use of a renewable energy source – the air in your basement,
garage or utility room – to heat your water. By using this renewable energy source,
you significantly reduce the use of electricity, oil, gas, or propane, which means
lower costs, fewer emissions, smaller carbon footprint, and a safer and healthier
environment for you and your family. This is a simple step that anyone can take to
help the environment and reduce our demands on fossil fuels.
The GEYSER 6000-3.0™ Heat Pump Water Heater (GEYSER 6000-3.0) is an energy-
saving appliance that heats water using heat and moisture from the surrounding air.
It uses modern refrigeration technology to upgrade and transfer this heat to water
stored in a standard electric water heater tank. The electric water heater should
have operational thermostats and elements. The tank provides hot water storage;
the GEYSER 6000-3.0™ thermostats control the GEYSER 6000-3.0™ operation and the
tank elements are only used for back-up heating/quick recovery.
The GEYSER 6000-3.0™ cycles on when the thermostat calls for water heating.
Ambient air cooling and dehumidification are produced as water is heated. The
cooling and dehumidification effects are dependent on the run time of the GEYSER
6000-3.0™; the more hot water used, the more run time, the more cooling and
dehumidification.
Technical Specifications
Features:
Highly efficient safe and reliable.
Significant energy savings over conventional heating sources.
Fail safe design ensures hot water at all times.
Suitable for nearly any size residential or light commercial water tank.
Engineered for flexible and easy installation.
Virtually maintenance free.
Dehumidifies and cools surrounding air.
5 year limited warranty.
Easy and safe installation, saving time.
Fast recovery and first hour heating.
Vented heat exchanger to meet local and national safety codes.
Unit Specifications:
6,000 BTU/hr (1,750 Watts).
Default tank temperature setting is 120° F. (49° C.) in
accordance with U.S. Department of Energy guidelines.
Adjustable from 90-140° F. (32-60° C.). See General Cycle section in
this manual for instructions on changing the default setting.
12.5 gal/hr (47.3 liters) recovery @ 120°F. (49° C.) tank
temperature and at (60°F. (15.5° C.) water supply).
62.5 gallon (236.6 liters) first hour rating*.
Heats water up to 140°F. (60° C.).
115 Volt/60hz.
5-10 Amp draw (suitable for any 110 volt household outlet).
Dimensions: 16” (40.6 cm) wide x 15” (34.6 cm) high x 20” (46.2 cm) deep.
Durable coated steel outer shell for years of trouble free service.
QPS/SGS Listed (UL-1995 / CSA C22.2 No. 236). *Based on 50 Gallon Tank
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