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@kev-m I suppose that’s a fair point.
@derek-m I have absolutely no way of knowing without the manual. I can only assume weather compensation has been set up. I don’t want to mess with it ...
@iancalderbank That mirrors my feelings Ian. Unfortunately the owner has not been given a manual yet or even instructed how to turn off the heating. I...
@kev-m well I guess it would be nearer to 120m2 after the possible extension, but by my calculation still twice what is required. do you think exces...
@editor Here is the report size. I made her ask for it once I got involved, they said they usually provide it after installation!
Hi 12 kW isnt particularly large for a heat pump in a large property. Can I ask why you are thinking of heating water to 80 C ? I did try boosti...
@crawfora I think it might be to do with preventing freezing. The water is warmer in the house so turning the pump on would mix it with the cooler wat...
@newhouse87 just the unit being close to the manifold and cylinder. I mistakenly put my heat pump out of the way and had a long cold run.
Hi. This is correct operation. Mine does the same.
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