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Very interesting. The Planet Devices site indicates it is fully compatible with my Ecodan 8.5kw system but is very short on information regarding actu...
@transparent and @iancalderbank Thanks for the heads up on Open Energy Monitor. A lot of options to consider.
I also use Home Assistant to monitor many things including my data from MELCloud (via API). The screenshot shows one of the graphs it can produce: ...
According to the service plan for my recently installed Ecodan (FTC6), it features "Online monitoring and remote system support from office". As ye...
@iancalderbank Thanks for suggestions on insulation of valves etc. I intend to add further insulation at some point. Re the why are there three...
@transparent Re your previous comments: 50 C DHW - I am experimenting with lower DHW temperatures to assess impact. The cables you identify as nee...
@transparent Thanks for the advice. I'll consider the points you've highlighted on photo and get back to you.
@transparent The set tank temperature is 50c as per installation. It is an unvented 210ltr tank in loft as in photo:
@transparent COP for water = 2.49 and Heat =3.27. Unfortunately the main contributor to inefficiencies is my other half lol.
HI I'm Mike from Essex. Recently had Mitsubishi Ecodan 8.5 kW ASHP installed and am impressed with the performance so far. Had solar PV installed ...
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