10.2 PRE-CONNECTION & REGULATIONS
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• Before any work can commence, ensure that the heater is isolated from the power supply at
the control panel.
• The heat pump is designed for permanent connection to either a ContinuousTariff (single
phase 240V AC supply) or a Shoulder Tariff (single phase 240V AC supply).
• When connecting the unit, electrical work must comply with the local supply authority
regulation as well as AS3000.
• The power rating of the unit is set at 10 amps as such the mains power supplying the unit
• To gain access the electrician may remove the four connecting screws and raise the cover-
upwards off the unit base exposing electrical works (see section 7.2 Connection Dimen-
sions And Components).
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must the water heater be in operation without this safety device connected to the circuit.
contractor.
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accordance with the wiring rules.
• FUSE: 250V, T3.15A
This appliance shall be installed in accordance with National wiring regulations AS.3000.
The power supply to the heat pump module MUST NOT be activated until the system is
filled with water.
The premises wiring to the heater MUST be capable of withstanding the appliance load.
Refer to specification table for load details.
All electrical connections and wiring MUST be installed, maintained and removed
by authorised persons in accordance with AS/NZS 3000, and all other relevant local
regulations and municipal building codes including OH&S requirements.
The Heat Pump is fitted with a power cord & 10Amp plug, it MUST connect to an
independent, fused, AC 240V 50 Hz power supply with an isolating switch installed at the
switch board, which shall effectively isolate all active supply conductors from the circuit
and a means for disconnection MUST be incorporated in the fixed wiring in accordance
with the wiring rules.
A Residual Current Circuit Breaker is recommended for the power supply to this appliance
(this may be a mandatory requirements in some states or jurisdictions).
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by either the manufacturer, a service
agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
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