HOT GAS REHEAT OPTION

Are uncontrollable humidity problems

costing you a bundle?
Why put up with humidity problems
when you can have true climate control
with the installation of an FHP water
source heat pump with the Hot Gas
Reheat Option (Humidimiser option).

When your FHP unit contains this

Underwriters Laboratory (UL) approved
optional feature...your normal air conditioning
cycle converts, as required, to an air drying operation.

Your FHP unit with the Humidimiser option will

provide cooling, heating, and dehumidification by
setting our combination thermostat/humidistat control.**

This option is available on the full range of FHP products.

This option is ideal for any application where a high level

of dehumidification is required. Typical applications are:

Indoor Pool Areas*

Outside/Make-Up Air Applications**

Computer Rooms

Hotel rooms during non-occupancy

* Note: Special coil and/or cabinet coating may be necessary

** Note: Cooling always takes priority over dehumidification.

ISO 9001: 2000 Certified

FHP MANUFACTURING COMPANY

601 N.W. 65TH COURT • FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33309 • PHONE: (954) 776-5471 • FAX: (800) 776-5529
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970-196 Rev. 10/04
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 HEAT RECOVERY PACKAGE

Table of Contents

Model Nomenclature ....................................................................................................1

Inspection..........................................................................................................................2

Application........................................................................................................................2

Field Mounting HR .........................................................................................................2

Water Tank Preparation ................................................................................................3

HR Water Piping...............................................................................................................3

Typical Installation..........................................................................................................3

Water Tank Refill..............................................................................................................4

Installation Start-Up.......................................................................................................4

Trouble Shooting ............................................................................................................4

Electrical Diagram...........................................................................................................4

Capacity Data ...................................................................................................................4

MODEL NOMENCLATURE

HR OO1 -1

HEAT RECOVERY 208/230-1-60

PACKAGE

HEAT EXCHANGER
DESIGNATOR

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 2 HEAT RECOVERY

FORWARD: based on reduced loads thus the ability to heat hot water is
also reduced. This same result could be noticeable on units
The complete instruction manual should be read carefully
that are over sized for the served loads thus resulting in
before beginning installation. Follow the instructions
short cycling of the heat pump and HRP package.
precisely to insure proper operation of the system.
The instructions are to be left with the homeowner for The HRP is equipped with a LGL (low discharge gas limit)
future reference if needed. All local, state and national that disables the HRP pump from operating until discharge
codes supercede these instructions and must be strictly gas temperatures are above the required levels to insure
adhered to. proper operation. This eliminates the possibility of actually
absorbing heat from the water in the hot water tank. This
UNCRATING AND INSPECTION: safety feature could also reduce HRP run time and further
diminish HRP performance.
Check for shipping damage, both visible and concealed if
there exists any indication of damage immediately file a
claim with the shipping company. You are the only one to FIELD MOUNTING EM/EC SERIES HR KIT:
file a claim regardless of why the damage was incurred or It is recommended that the heat recovery package be
by whom. Remove the access cover and check all of the factory mounted at the time the heat pump is purchased.
components parts to make sure they are properly secured This eliminates field intrusion into the refrigeration circuit
before installing the unit. Parts broken loose from their of the heat pump and the associated problems that may
secured position with resultant damage is considered arise. If the heat recovery package is to be field installed the
damage during shipment. following steps must occur:

APPLICATION: 1. Disconnect all power supplies to the unit before

servicing. More than one power supply may be present.
The Heat Recovery unit is a forced pumped unit that
employs a circulating pump to move water through a 2. Remove the lower left side heat pump access panel.
double wall/vented heat exchanger and returns the heated This is where the heat recovery kit will be attached.
water to the water tank. The water is heated by (Figure #1)
superheated refrigerant discharge gas from the 3. Mark and drill holes in panel where heat recovery
compressor. This waste heat of the cooling mode captured package hot gas in and out lines will enter and exit.
by the heat recovery increases the capacity and efficiency Allow enough space for lines not to touch panels.
of the heat pump unit. If the air temperature is
uncomfortable coming from the air vents in the heating 4. Mount heat recovery package to panel using sheet
mode the heat recovery may need to be turned off. In the metal screws.
heating mode the heat recovery captures heat that would
normally be used for space heating.
NOTE: The performance of the heat recovery package is
based on a variety of variables and may vary from unit to
unit and from application to application based on the
operating conditions of the complete system.
When the HRP is applied to highly efficient heat pumps,
especially the newly released high efficiency 2-step scroll
R410A units, the capacity of the HRP will be reduced due to
lower condensing temperatures and resulting lower
discharge gas temperatures and available super heat levels
for hot water heating. Reduced HRP capacity will also be
evident when the heat pump is applied to low water
temperature systems such as low temperature open wells
and when ground loops are changing over in the spring
months from the heating to the cooling mode.
HRP capacity is also a function of heat pump run times. In (Figure #2)
the milder months the heat pump run time will be reduced
CAUTION: Do not mount heat recovery unit to panel while
on unit. Refrigerant containing components are present
and may be damaged.
5. Remove refrigerant from heat pump utilizing standard
refrigerant recovery techniques.

WARNING: Recovery of this substance is mandatory and

State/ Federally regulated. Failure to recover this
refrigerant properly can/will result in serious penalties
(Figure #1) including substantial fines and/or prison sentences.

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TYPICAL CONNECTION
DIAGRAM FOR
EM/EC SERIES

TYPICAL CONNECTION
DIAGRAM FOR EV/ES, AU, AP,
GT/GS SERIES WITH
INTERNAL HRP

(Figure #3)

6. Cut the hot gas discharge line between the compressor 5. Once drained the tank should be flushed with cold water
discharge port and the reversing valve inlet. Connect the until the water leaving the drain hose is clear and free of
discharge line from the compressor to the line marked sediment.
“Refrigerant in” on the heat recovery coil. Connect the
6. Close all valves and remove the drain hose.
line marked “Refrigerant out” of the heat recovery coil to
the reversing valve inlet line. (Figure #2) 7. Install HR water piping.
7. Make the wiring connections from the heat recovery NOTE: Use of Heat Recovery Packages with Smart Hot Water
package to the compressor contactor as shown. Tanks is not recommended.
(Figure #4)
Application of a Heat Recovery Package with a “Smart” electric
8. It is imperative that the refrigerant system remain clean hot water tank may cause nuisance fault errors in the tank’s
and dry during the above operations. If there is doubt of on-board diagnostics. In operation, a Heat Recovery Package
this a bi-flow liquid line dryer must be installed. can raise the water temperature in the hot water tank, even if
9. Evacuate the unit and recharge according to unit the tank’s on-board system is not calling for heat from the
nameplate. tank’s internal heater elements. This rise in tank water
temperature while the tank is idle may be interpreted as a
WARNING: If heat recovery unit is installed in an area where heater element that is stuck “on” by a smart tank’s diagnostic
freezing may occur the unit must be drained during winter system.
months to prevent heat exchanger damage. Heat exchanger
ruptures that occur due to freezing will void the heat recovery If this occurs, the Heat Recovery Package may need to be
package warranty along with the heat pump warranty. turned off at the heat pump.

WATER TANK PREPARATION: HR WATER PIPING:

1. Turn off electrical or fuel supply to the water heater. All hot water piping should be a minimum of 3/8" O.D. copper
2. Attach garden hose to water tank drain connection and tube to a maximum distance of fifteen (15) feet. For distances
run other end of hose out doors or to an open drain. beyond fifteen feet but not exceeding sixty (60) feet use 1/2"
copper tube. Separately insulate all exposed surface of both
3. Close cold water inlet valve to water heater tank. connecting water lines with 3/8" wall closed cell insulation.
4. Drain tank by opening drain valve on the bottom of the Install isolation valves on supply and return to the heat
tank, then open pressure relief valve or hot water faucet. recovery. (Figure #3)

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WATER TANK REFILL: element differently. On tanks with a single thermostat

lower the thermostat setting to 140° F or the “LOW”
1. Open the cold water supply to the tank.
position.
2. Open a hot water faucet to vent air from the system until
7. After thermostat adjustments are completed, replace
water flows from the faucet, then close.
access cover and restore electrical or fuel supply to water
3. Depress the hot water tank pressure relief valve handle to heater.
ensure there is no air remaining in the tank.
4. Carefully inspect all plumbing for water leaks . Correct as INITIAL START-UP:
required. 1. Make sure all valves in heat recovery water piping
5. Purge all air from HR by depressing the schrader valve on system are open. NEVER OPERATE HR PUMP DRY.
the HR Unit. Allow all air to bleed out until water appears 2. Turn on the heat pump. The HR pump should not run if
at the valve. the compressor is not running.
6. Before restoring the power or fuel supply to the water 3. Turn HR switch to the “ON” position. The pump will
heater, adjust the temperature setting on the tank operate if entering water temperature to HR is below
thermostat(s) to ensure maximum utilization of the heat 140° F.
available from the refrigeration system and conserve the
4. The temperature difference between the water entering
most energy. On tanks with both upper and lower
and leaving the heat recovery should be 5° to 15° F.
elements and thermostats, the lower element should be
turned down to 100° F, while the upper element should 5. Allow the unit to operate for 20 to 30 minutes to ensure it
be adjusted to 140° F. Depending upon the specific needs is functioning properly. The pump should shut off when
of the customer, you may need to adjust the upper the water temperature entering the heat recovery
reaches 140°F.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CHECKS AND CORRECTIONS

No Flow No Power Check power supply

On/Off Switch Position Set switch to “ON” position
Low Flow
Compressor Contactor Engage heat pump contactor
Broken or loose wires Repair or tighten wires
Air Lock Purge air from piping system
Stuck pump shaft/impeller Remove pump cartridge and clean
Defective pump Replace pump
Kinked or under sized water piping Repair kink and check for proper line size
High Water Stuck limit switch
Water temp limit closed
Temperature Sensor not attached securely to line

Low Heat Output Scaled or fouled heat exchanger Clean heat exchanger

LINE VOLTAGE CONTROL DIAGRAM CAPACITY DATA

NOMINAL HR CAPACITY GHR GPM POTENTIAL
MODEL UNIT TONS (BTU/HR.) FLOW RATE
SAVINGS PER HOUR
EQUIV. - Kwh

HR000 1.0 1,430 .50 .4

1.5 2,140 .75 .7
1.0 2,858 .50 .8
HR001
1.5 4,287 .75 1.3
2.0 5,716 1.00 1.7
HR002 2.5 7,146 1.25 2.1
3.0 8,575 1.50 2.5
3.5 10,004 1.75 2.9
4.0 11,433 2.00 3.4
HR003
4.5 12,862 2.25 3.8
5.0 14,292 2.50 4.2
* Capacity based on entering domestic water temperature of 80° F,
entering superheated discharge gas temperature 180° F, and leaving
saturated vapor temperature 105° F. R-22 refrigerant shown.
Use: .950 multiplier for R410A. (See page 2 - Application)
(Figure #4) 970-299 Rev. 3/08

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