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The installation of geothermal heat pump units and all
associated components, parts and accessories which
make up the installation shall be in accordance with
the regulations of ALL authorities having jurisdiction
and MUST conform to all applicable codes. It is the
responsibility of the Installing Contractor to determine
and comply with ALL applicable codes and regulations.
General Unit Location
Locate the unit in an indoor area that allows easy removal
of the fi lter and access panels, and has enough space
for service personnel to perform maintenance or repair.
Provide suffi cient room to make water, electrical and duct
connection(s). If the unit is located in a confi ned space,
such as a closet, provisions must be made for return air to
freely enter the space by means of a louvered door, etc.
Any access panel screws that would be diffi cult to remove
after the unit is installed should be removed prior to
setting the unit. These units are not approved for outdoor
installation and, therefore, must be installed inside the
structure being conditioned. Do not locate in areas where
ambient conditions are not maintained with 40-100°F and
up to 75% relative humidity.
Vertical Units Location and Access
Vertical Units are typically installed in a fl oor level
closet, basement, or in a small mechanical room. Install
units with adequate clearance to allow maintenance and
servicing. Conform to the following guidelines when
selecting unit location:
1. Provide adequate clearance for fi lter replacement and
drain pan cleaning. Do not block fi lter access with
piping, conduit or other materials. Refer to the unit
catalog for Vertical Unit Dimensions.
2. Provide access for fan and fan motor maintenance
and for servicing the compressor and coils without
removing the unit. Note: GT-X compressor and
refrigerant circuit service requires that left side
access be provided.
3. Provide an unobstructed path to the unit within the
closet or mechanical room. Space should be suffi cient
to allow removal of the unit, if necessary.
4. Provide access to water valves and fi ttings and
screwdriver access to the unit side panels, discharge
collar and all electrical connections.
Setting Vertical Units
Vertical units are available in left or right air return
confi gurations. Vertical units should be mounted level on
a vibration absorbing pad or extruded polystyrene slightly
larger than the base to provide isolation between the unit
and the fl oor. It is not necessary to anchor the unit to the
fl oor (see Figure 1a).
INSTALLATION
Figure 1a. Vertical unit mounting
Duct System
A fi eld installed air outlet bracket is provided on vertical
units to facilitate duct connection. A fl exible connector
is recommended for both discharge and return air duct
connections on metal duct systems. Uninsulated duct
should be insulated with a minimum of one-inch duct
insulation. Application of the unit to uninsulated ductwork
in an unconditioned space is not recommended as the
unitʼs performance will be adversely affected.
If the unit is connected to existing ductwork, a previous
check should have been made to assure the ducts have the
capacity to handle the air required for the unit. If ducting
is too small, as in the replacement of heating only systems,
larger ductwork should be installed. All existing ductwork
should be checked for leaks and repaired as necessary.
The duct system should be sized to handle the design airfl ow
quietly. To maximize sound attenuation of the unit blower,
the supply and return plenums should include internal duct
liner of glass fi ber or be of ductboard construction for the
fi rst few feet. If air noise or excessive air fl ow is a problem,
the airfl ow can be changed. See the Blower Performance and
Fan Speed sections for further instruction.
Air Coil
To obtain maximum performance, the air coil should be
cleaned before start-up. A 10% solution of dishwasher
detergent and water is recommended for both sides of
coil, a thorough water rinse should follow.
Water Connections
The GT-X Heat Exchanger water connections are swivel
piping fi ttings that accept a 1" Male Pipe Thread (MPT)
connector. The swivel connector has a rubber gasket seal
similar to a garden hose gasket, which when mated to the
fl ush end of any 1" threaded pipe provides a leak-free seal
without the need for thread sealing tape or compound.
Check to insure that the rubber seal is in the swivel
connector prior to attempting any connection (the rubber
seals are shipped attached the swivel connector). DO
NOT OVERTIGHTEN or leaks may occur.
Air Pad or extruded
polystyrene
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