BLACK DECKER BDXBT80 Electric Heat Pump Instruction Manual

ELECTRIC HEAT PUMP
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CATALOG NUMBERS
BDXBT80

BDXBT80 Electric Heat Pump

Please read before returning this product for any reason.

EQUIPMENT INFORMATION RECORD
DATE OF INSTALLATION ————
INSTALLER INFORMATION ————
NOTES: ————

Definitions: Safety Alert Symbols and Words
This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert you to hazardous situations and your risk of personal injury or property damage.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
(Used without word): Indicates a safety related message.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

Important Safety Instructions

When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
WARNING:

• Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.

• To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use or climb on this product.

• Improper installation will create an electric hazard which could result in death or serious injury to pool users, installers, or others due to electrical shock, and may also cause damage to property.

• Risk of electric shock.

• This heat pump is for use with 230Vrms nominal, and in pool heat pump applications ONLY.
  Connection to the wrong voltage, or use in other application may cause damage to equipment or personal injury.

• Always disconnect power to the pool heat pump at the circuit breaker before servicing the heat pump.
  Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury to serviceman, pool users, or others due to electric shock.

• All electrical wiring MUST be in conformance with all applicable local codes, regulations, and the National Electric Code® (NEC®).

• In accordance with the National Electric Code® (NEC®), this unit must be connected only to a supply circuit that is protected by a ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI).

• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, replace any damaged cord immediately.

General Information

2.1 Introduction
This manual contains information for the proper installation and operation of the Black & Decker Heat Pump family. The instructions in this manual MUST be followed precisely.
2.2 Heat Pump Overview
The pool heat pump is a self-contained unit designed specifically for pool heating. Each component has been selected with care to achieve a high-quality product in an effort to exceed all industry standards.
All pool heat pumps have an electronic board with service analyzer, a titanium heat exchanger tube warranteed for 10 years against corrosion, and a PVC plastic cabinet that eliminates all maintenance for life. All components are of superior quality, which presents you with an effective heat pump.
Compared to other types of pool heaters, such as gas or oil-fired, the pool heat pump has a lower heating capacity on a BTU/hr basis. Therefore, it needs to operate for a longer time to accomplish the desired results. Occasionally, it may be necessary to run the heat pump for up to 24 hours per day. However, this should not be of concern to the owner because the heater is designed to operate continuously. What’s more, despite continuous operation, it will still heat the pool far more economically than other types of heaters.
As with all pool heaters, you are advised to use a pool solar cover at night and when the pool is not in use. The pool solar cover should be used if night temperatures are 15° F less than desired pool temperature. This will keep evaporation, the greatest source of heat loss, to a minimum, thus greatly reducing the overall pool heating costs. During warmer weather, the pool cover may not be required.
General Features

• Utilizes Warm Ambient Air for Increased Efficiency
• BT Certified for Long-term Reliability
• Exclusive Self-Diagnostics to Keep Performance High
• Easy Programming Controls for Optimal Use
• Quiet Motor and Consumer-Friendly Installation
• Voltage: 208–230V
• For Above Ground and Inground Pool Use

2.3 Heat Pump Structure 2.4 Heat Pump Components

As the picture shows, the titanium exchanger refrigerant offers high resistance to excellent heat exchange.

Fig. 2.1: Titanium Exchanger Components

Installation

3.1 Location

1. The placement of the pool heater is very important in keeping installation costs to a minimum while providing for maximum efficiency of operation, as well as allowing adequate access for service and maintenance.
2. The pool heat pump is designed for outdoor installation and should not be installed in a fully enclosed area, such as a shed, garage, etc. Recirculation of cold discharged air back into the evaporator coil will greatly reduce unit heating capacity and efficiency.
3. The unit should be located as close as practical to the existing pool pump and filter to minimize water piping. However, do not forget to provide a 24″ clearance at the very least all around your heat pump. The use of 90 degree bends and short radius elbows in the water piping should be kept to a minimum.
4. Mount the unit on a sturdy base, preferably a concrete slab or a set of blocks. The base should be completely isolated from the building foundation wall to prevent the possibility of sound or vibration transmission into the building. The size of the base should not be less than the size of the heat pump.

Note: Air is pulled through the evaporator. Minimum clearance of 72 inches should be allowed above air discharge. The unit must not be installed under a porch. Any side of the unit should be located at least 24 inches from obstructions for a unrestricted air intake and service access. 3.2 Piping

1. The piping sequence is as follows: pool > pool pump > filter > heater > corrosion-resistant check valve > chemical feeder > pool. Automated chlorine distribution systems, if used, must be placed downstream of the heater to minimize harm to the pool equipment. Use rigid PVC piping if possible.

2. All joints should be glued with PVC glue. When the piping installation is complete, operate the pool pump and check the system for leaks. Then, check the filter pressure gauge to verify that there isn’t any indication of excessive pump head pressure.
   You can also make the connections using high-pressure flexible hose, but make sure the hose can withstand high pressure.

3. The installation of a heat pump bypass is not necessary unless the water flow exceeds 75 GPM.

Note: Certain installations have valves which isolate the heat pump from the water circuit. If the heat exchanger is deprived of water circulation for several days, high chlorine gas could cause excessive corrosion. If the disconnect switch is turned off, be sure that the pool water is allowed to circulate through the unit, or is drained out of it.
3.3 Electrical Requirements

1. Install all equipment in accordance with the National Electrical code and all applicable local codes and ordinances.
2. The wiring of your pool heat pump should be performed by a qualified licensed electrician in accordance with local requirements. A properly-sized breaker and copper wire must be used. Check the heat pump data label for required maximum breaker size.
3. A means for disconnection must be incorporated in the fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules.

WARNING:
Power to the unit, such as through a breaker or external switch, must be turned off before opening the access panel. Ensure that the unit has no power BEFORE opening the access panel for any reason.
3.4 Bonding

1. 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, the light, the pump, the filter (if made out of metal), the heater, any automatic chlorine generator, and any other metal or electrical equipment. On some older pools, this substructure bond wire may not exist. In these cases, a 6 to 8 foot solid copper rod must be driven into the ground near the equipment.
2. All electric and metal components must then be bonded to each other, and then to the copper rod. Contact a licensed electrician.

Note:

• A corrosion-resistant check valve is required for any installation into a system with a sanitizer plumbed in with the equipment. Failure to use a check valve that is corrosionresistant may void any future warranty claims.
• Any kind of automatic chlorine distribution system must be installed after the heat pump.
• The filter must be placed before the heat pump.
• A 3x ball or 2x diverter valve bypass and shut-off should be installed on all systems for ease of service, maintenance and to balance the water flow. Bypasses must be installed on any system with over a 3/4 HP pool pump.

RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR ELECTROCUTION. The Electric Heat Pump must be installed by a licensed or certified electrician or a qualified service professional in accordance with the National Electrical Code and all applicable local codes and ordinances. Improper installation will create an electrical hazard which could result in death or serious injury to users, installers, or others due to electrical shock, and may also cause damage to property.
Always disconnect power to the heat pump at the circuit breaker before servicing the heat pump.
Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury to service people, pool users, or others due to electric shock and/or property damage.
Read all servicing instructions before working on the pump.
3.5 Electrical Wiring
All electrical wiring MUST be in conformance with all applicable local codes, regulations, and the National Electric Code® (NEC®). Contact a qualified electrician if you cannot verify that the circuit is protected by a GFCI. The unit must be connected only to a supply circuit that is protected by a ground- fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI). Such a GFCI should be provided by the installer and should be tested on a routine basis. To test the GFCI, push the test button. The GFCI should interrupt power. Push the reset button. Power should be restored. The GFCI is defective if the GFCI fails to operate in this way. If the GFCI interrupts power to the pump without the test button being pushed, a ground current is flowing, indicating the possibility of an electric shock. Stop using this pump. Disconnect the pump and ask a qualified professional to correct the problem before using.
The pump accepts 230V, 50, or 60Hz single phase input power. The terminal block connections are capable of handling up to 12AWG solid or stranded wire. There are also fast-on type quick connectors, however, check the local electrical codes for the desired connection method. The connections must be permanently made to the grounding terminal (see Figure 4) in the field wiring compartment according to the local electrical code.
The drive will operate on 2-phase Line-Line-Ground electrical systems as well as Line-Neutral-Ground systems. This pump must be permanently connected by a circuit breaker as specified in the local electrical code.
To connect the electricity, you must unscrew the two screws under the front panel, then slide the electric cable through the knock out located on the left or the right side of the base, and then insert it in the control box.
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

1. Be sure all electrical breakers and switches are turned off before wiring motor. Always wait five (5) minutes after disconnecting the power from the pump before opening or servicing the drive.
2. Choose a wire size for the pump in accordance with the current National Electrical Code and all applicable local codes and ordinances. When in doubt use a heavier gauge (larger diameter) wire. Be sure the wiring voltage is within the operating range.Be sure all electrical connections are clean and tight.
3. Cut wires to the appropriate length so they do not overlap or touch when connected to the terminal board.
4. Use the correct wire size and type specified by the current National Electrical Code.

Operating the Pump

4.1 Control Panel Components
The control panel is factory set to display the temperature in Fahrenheit degrees, it can also be displayed as degree centigrade. 4.2 Parameters and Measure Value
Long press the button for 10 seconds to examine the running parameters, change the item with the ^ and v buttons to check the measure value.

*** Displays the measure value
4.3 Operating Using the Control Panel
To Increase the Temperature:
Proceed as explained above using the up arrow (^) to increase the temperature setting 0.5 degree at a time.
To Lower the Temperature:
Proceed as explained above, using the down arrow (v) instead.
To Display the Temperature in °F or in °C:
Long press the key for 10 seconds to switch.
To Set Running Time:
Press the key to enter setting mode, adjusting the value with the up arrow key (^) and the down arrow key (v).
To Set Shutdown Time:
Press the key to enter setting mode, adjusting the value with the up arrow key (^) and the down arrow key (v).
To Set the Clock:
Press the key to enter setting mode, adjusting the value with the up arrow key (^) and the down arrow key (v).

4.4 Service Analyzer Codes
Most problems will be detected by the service analyzer and a code will be displayed on the digital display of your heater. The meaning of Display Codes are as follows:

Fig. 4.2: Codes Meaning Table

4.5 Initial Startup

• Before starting the pool heater for the first time, it is important to verify that the breaker is in the ON position.
• Also make sure that the water circulates freely and that the pool pump is activated.
• Then, you will need to set the water temperature you desire. The fan will immediately start. The compressor will start after a 3 to 4 minute delay.
• When the compressor is running, the “heating” indicator located on the right (see “Service Analyzer Control,” p. 13) should be lit. At initial startup, it is normal for the unit to run 24 hours a day.
• It is also normal to see water dripping from the holes at the base of the unit. This is just condensation.

Winterizing

• First, you must turn the breaker off. The unit must be drained of all its water. You will need to disconnect the IN and OUT water connections. Then the unit must be tilted or blown out with air until all water is out.
• The next step is to reconnect your IN and OUT water connections that will have previously been drained.
• It is recommended to cover the heat pump to prevent snow from getting inside. A protective winter cover is also offered by your retailer.

Service

6.1 Requesting Assistance or Service

• All service will be handled by an Authorized Service Center. Warranty may be voided if service is not done by an Authorized Service Representative. Do not return the heater to your dealer as they do not provide service.
• Before calling for assistance or service, please check the “Troubleshooting” (page 16) and “Warranty” (page 17) sections or call your dealer. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below.
• When asking for help, please provide a detailed description of the problem, your heater’s complete model and serial number, and the purchase date. This information will help us respond properly to your request.
• Keep a copy of the sales receipt showing the date of purchase. Proof of purchase will assure you warranty service.

Troubleshooting

WARNING Diagnosing certain symptoms may require close interaction with, or in close proximity to, components that are energized with electricity. Contact with electricity can cause death, personal injury, or property damage. When troubleshooting the heat pump, diagnostics involving electricity should be cared for by a licensed professional.

Desired water temperature is reached.
Main breaker is tripped.
Filter is dirty, restricting the water flow.| Turn the heat pump on.
Unit will automatically restart when the water temperature goes below the set temperature.
Reset main breaker and restart heat pump.
Backwash and clean filter.
The fan is running, but the compressor is not.| Heat pump is in protection mode.
The unit is on defrost cycle.| In this case, there may be a delay before restarting.
The compressor will automatically start again a few minutes until it has stopped three times continuously.
There is no display and the fan is not running,
but the compressor is running.| Problem with power supply.| Ask your electrician to verify your heat pump’s power supply by checking over the L1/L2/L3 connections in the unit’s service box.
There is water around the unit.| While your pool heater is in the heating mode, a large quantity of warm  and humid air passes over the evaporator and causes condensation. It is normal to see condensation dripping under the heater.| To check if the water really is a leak, you must stop the heater and leave the pool pump running for over 5 hours. If water is still coming out of your heater after this period, call your dealer for service.
The heater is running but desired water temperature cannot be reached.| Heat loss is too much for heater.
Evaporator restricted due to improper location.
Evaporator is dirty.
Restricted water flow.| Cover your pool as often as possible with solar cover.
Correct the location of the pool heater.
Clean it by running tap water over the coil without additional nozzle attachment. Do not use pressurized water as it can damage the coil and void warranty.
Adjust water flow. Check bypass.

If your pool heater does not operate for reasons other than those mentioned above, please contact Consumer Assistance Center to obtain the proper authorization for the warranty to apply.

Limited Warranty

Service Information
The Pump Service Center is staffed with trained personnel to provide customers with efficient and reliable pool service.
Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts, contact the Pump Service Center. Call: 516-796-2425 or visit service @blackanddecker-pool.com / warranty @blackanddecker-pool.com.
Blue Torrent Pool Products Limited Warranty
Limited Five-Year Warranty
Blue Torrent Pool products warrants this product to be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of five (5) years following the date of purchase.
This limited warranty does not cover failures due to abuse, accidental damage, or when repairs have been made or attempted by anyone other The Authorized Pump Service Centers.
A defective product meeting the guarantee conditions set forth herein will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways:
The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should be made within the time period of the retailer’s policy for exchanges. Proof of purchase may be required.
Please check with the retailer for its specific return policy regarding time limits for returns or exchanges.
The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to the authorized Pump Service Center for repair or replacement at Blue Torrents Option option. Proof of purchase may be required.

Pump Service Center
516-796-2425
1075 Hicksville Road
Seaford, NY 11783 USA
[email protected]
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This limited warranty constitutes the entire warranty. No other warranties apply, expressed or implied. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Should you have any questions, contact the manager of the Pump Service Center.
LATIN AMERICA: This warranty does not apply to products sold in Latin America. For products sold in Latin America, check country specific warranty information contained in the packaging, call the local company, or see the website for such information.
FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are missing, call 516-796-2425 for a free replacement.

Manufactured by Blue Torrent Pool Products
444 E 81ST ST
NEW YORK,NY 10028-5859
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