Proper electric heat pump plumbing setup

[Heisenberg328]

Hello fellow TFP followers,

I recently purchased a Raypak 5450 Electric Heat pump for my 24' above-ground pool w/ 1HP Hayward Pump. I have an electrician doing the wiring, however, I'd like to attempt the plumbing myself; as I have a (seemingly) simple setup. Plus I assume hiring a plumber is a bit overkill for my setup.

Is this as simple as using the traditional 2" flexible hose w/ clamps for the cold input and hot output? Am I missing something?

Is this the correct setup? Water from Pool -> Pump -> DE Filter -> Heater -> Pool return

Any tips/advice is greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

 

[Newdude]

Hey Heis and Welcome !!

Is this as simple as using the traditional 2" flexible hose w/ clamps for the cold input and hot output? Am I missing something

The HP has traditional glued PVC unions. You will need to concoct an adapter from the one to the other. Bring the flex pipe and the Union to a plumbing supply store (Not HD/Lowe’s) and the the employee that knows plumbing (not just the ‘plumbing aisle’) will get you what you need.

Is this the correct setup? Water from Pool -> Pump -> DE Filter -> Heater -> Pool return

Yup.

 

[Heisenberg328]

Awesome, thanks Newdude! Much appreciated!