Summary of OM1500MW
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Owner's manual residential products.
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You now own some of the world’s most advanced and valued technologies..
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Congratulations on your waterfurnace purchase! Register your warranty in order to receive full warranty benefits, it is necessary to register your unit. Registration is quick and simple with our online form. Register your unit today! Visit: warranty.Waterfurnace.Com for a quick reference, write your...
Page 5: Table of Contents
Perforate table of contents geothermal system technology & benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 about your waterfurnace system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18 how geothermal systems work . . . . . . ...
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6 geothermal system technology & benefits geothermal heating and cooling technology is ideal because it provides exceptional performance while being environmentally friendly. Your investment in a waterfurnace system will provide you with many years of benefits including: energy savings waterfurnace ...
Page 7: Interesting Facts
7 about your waterfurnace system interesting facts • according to the environmental protection agency (epa), geoexchange technology is the most energy- efficient, environmentally clean and cost-effective space conditioning system available. • the epa found that the systems can reduce energy consumpt...
Page 8: How Geothermal Systems Work
8 about your waterfurnace system how geothermal systems work geothermal heat pumps utilize some of the same technology found in your home's refrigerator. They are both devices that move heat energy. Your refrigerator removes heat from the food and transfers it to the air in your home. Your geotherma...
Page 9: Heating Mode
9 about your waterfurnace system water heater cold return air duct pump supply air duct warm cold water to loop warm water from loop hot water to house hot water from unit cold water to unit pump heating operation heating mode during heating, a geothermal system absorbs the heat from the ground via ...
Page 10: Cooling Mode
10 about your waterfurnace system water heater warm return air duct pump supply air duct cool warm water to loop cool water from loop hot water to house water from unit cold water to unit pump cooling mode during cooling, a geothermal system rejects the heat from the indoor air into the earth loop. ...
Page 11: Hot Water Assist
11 about your waterfurnace system drain valve in p/t relief valve cold water in hot water out dhw water in dhw water out hot water assist many geothermal units installed in homes have an optional feature called a hot water generator. This component removes excess heat from the refrigerant circuit an...
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12 about your waterfurnace system typical installation and components your geothermal system is actually a collection of components working together to perform the heating, cooling and water heating functions. The basic system includes the unit, power supply, a control component, the water circuit a...
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13 about your waterfurnace system open loop components major components in an open loop/well system include: • geothermal unit placed on mounting pad • thermostat • well & pump • pressure tank • supply water piping • discharge water piping with solenoid valves and flow regulators • shut-off/isolatio...
Page 14: Closed Loop Systems
14 about your waterfurnace system closed loop systems horizontal loops horizontal earth loops are used where the space allowed for the loop is not extremely limited. There are various designs of horizontal loops. There is not one type of horizontal loop that is best for every application. The select...
Page 15: Open Loop Systems
15 about your waterfurnace system open loop systems open loop or well water systems an alternative to closed loops are open loop systems, also known as well-water systems. If your system is an open loop, it uses water that comes into your home from your well. Water from the well is circulated throug...
Page 16: Your Loop Location
16 about your waterfurnace system your loop location it is strongly recommended that you have a record of the location of your earth loop. Using the grid below, draw a bird’s eye view of the property where the loop is located. Include the house and measurements from various points so that there is n...
Page 17: Safety Warnings
17 about your waterfurnace system safety warnings warning: equipment used for heating, air conditioning and water heating can cause injury if safety precautions are not observed. These systems generally use a 230 volt power supply which is double the voltage used by other household appliances. Elect...
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18 about your waterfurnace system warranty explanation and coverage what about my warranty? Waterfurnace offers the best warranty in the industry! Waterfurnace offers some of the industry's best warranties—up to 10 years. In addition to replacement parts coverage, your servicing dealer receives a re...
Page 19: Thermostats
19 thermostats the main control (or interface) between you and your waterfurnace unit is the thermostat. Electronic thermostats are widely used in today’s heating and cooling systems, replacing old electro-mechanical models containing mercury. In addition to providing more precise temperature contro...
Page 20: Homeowner Maintenance
20 homeowner maintenance your investment in a waterfurnace geothermal system was a significant expenditure. While these systems are among the most reliable hvac systems available, your waterfurnace system (and any other hvac system) must be properly maintained in order to achieve maximum performance...
Page 21: Troubleshooting
21 symptom/problem what you can do unit not operating. Check status/fault lights and thermostat. Unit not heating or cooling adequately. Check filter, status/fault lights, and thermostat. Unit just “hums” and doesn’t heat or cool. Disconnect power. Call for service. Electric bills too high. Is unit ...
Page 22: And Operating Tips
22 faq, general information & operating tips frequently asked questions, general information and operating tips the following section includes the most frequently asked questions (faqs) since ownership of a geothermal system is quite different than ordinary systems. We’ve included operating tips as ...
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23 faq, general information & operating tips what are the lights for? Some models are equipped with status lights. These lights are mounted in plain view on the front of your unit. They will help you properly identify any problems and determine what might be required to correct the situation. These ...
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24 faq, general information & operating tips what is a "lockout"? A lockout occurs when the unit has faulted and cannot correct itself. This mode protects the unit from further damage. During lockout mode, emergency heat will be activated to provide heating if necessary. What about air filters? One ...
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25 faq, general information & operating tips if my system includes an auxiliary heater, what does it do and why was it used? Your system may include an auxiliary heater (mounted either internally or externally depending on the model) which is used for two purposes: • to supply back-up heat during co...
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26 faq, general information & operating tips is maintenance required for the earth loop? No regular maintenance is required. However, if you notice air noise within the piping or if your loop is ever damaged by excavation, contact your waterfurnace dealer. Should i use the continuous fan mode? In co...
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27 faq, general information & operating tips why does the unit run more/longer than a gas furnace? The amount or percentage of time that your unit is actually heating or cooling is called run time. To achieve maximum comfort during heating, geothermal systems will typically have a longer run time th...
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28 faq, general information & operating tips should i close off a register in an unused room? Some homeowners have unused rooms that may not require heating or cooling like the rest of the home. While there is often a tendency to close registers in an unused room, the effects may actually reduce com...
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29 faq, general information & operating tips what about humidity control? Geothermal units do an excellent job of removing humidity during cooling. This results in better comfort. However, during heating (depending on your home and outdoor air temperatures) you may experience the effects of having t...
Page 30: Energy Saving Tips
30 energy saving tips now that you’ve invested in the most energy efficient heating and cooling system available, here are some additional tips to help you save money on your energy costs throughout your entire home. Fluorescent lights fluorescent lights use a fraction of the amount of energy as inc...
Page 31: Glossary
31 glossary learn to speak like your favorite hvac contractor using these key terms. Afue (annual fuel utilization efficiency): the efficiency percentage of fossil fuel furnaces. Includes cycling and fuel losses and other factors. Btu (british thermal unit): the amount of heat needed to raise the te...
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32 year date of 1st service check date of 2nd service check notes preventive maintenance service record preventive maintenance service record in order to keep your system operating at peak performance levels, waterfurnace recommends that you take advantage of your dealer's planned maintenance progra...
Page 33: Owner'S Club
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Page 34: Need Help?
Need help? If you happen to have questions or issues with your waterfurnace product please start with the contractor who installed your system. If you need further assistance, call (800) 934-5667 to speak with our consumer relations department..
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Additional notes: need help? If you happen to have questions or issues with your waterfurnace product please start with the contractor who installed your system. If you need further assistance, call (800) 934-5667 to speak with our consumer relations department..
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