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So, finally pulling the trigger on a propane heater and want to run the model by you guys, to make sure I am getting the correct one. Gas line and tank in place, no electricity at the site. Looking at the Raypak 400K millivolt propane P-R406A-MP-C Is this the correct model to purchase...

I agree that we will purchase the propane heater first and stick with the millivolt model- thanks for the vote of confidence with it. Hopefully, the propane is just a quick, easy install since everything is already in place. I still have a HP high on my list, since propane is so expensive...

Allen, I believe there is enough amperage in the sub-panel for the heat pump and thankfully there is an Aquacal dealer in our area. Who would be the correct person to install this unit? The pool store says they can't obtain one for months, and I would assume they would not want to install a...

Hmmmm, now that's interesting. So, I just did some quick research and still think we would rather go with the 2 separate propane and heat pump heaters. Thanks!

So, to follow up with my current situation. Hubby and I have decided that we will most likely get BOTH the propane heater and the heat pump... Raypak for propane and Aquacal for the heat pump. Please help me clarify and correct what I think I know. . The propane tank and hook up are already...

Thank you both, Keith and Allen, so much for your replies. I will use the calculator links above to compare costs. I also appreciate the comment about comparing costs over the next 10 years to justify which to purchase. I am leaning toward a Raypak propane heater since we already have the...

Hi all, We have a propane tank already installed in the ground by the previous owners, about 20 years ago. Our old Minimax heater died last year (right after filling the propane tank, of course) and we are torn about replacing it with another propane heater or switching to a heat pump. The...