Cleaning Equipment

Cleaning and polishing your heat pump regularly can protect its appearance and longevity. More frequent servicing may be required for heat pumps located in sandy or coastal areas where sand and salt spray can damage equipment.

 

• Possible electric shock hazard - Deactivate power to all electrical devices on the pad when washing heat pump. Do not restore electrical power until equipment is completely dry.

 

• Do not use a pressure cleaner to wash heat pump. Damage to heat pump components may result. If using a hose-end spray nozzle adjust spray pattern to low strength only.
• Do not spray water directly into the interior of the heat pump; damage to components may result.
• Do not use chemicals on the display panel.

1. Wash outside cabinet using a low-pressure water hose. A high-pressure water stream will cause damage to the aluminum fins of the heat pump. This damage is not covered under product warranty.
2. While the heat pump is still wet, use an approved cleaning agent to clean the exterior of the heat pump. Do not use chemicals on the display panel.
3. Use a detergent-dampened cloth to wipe the heat pump's exterior cabinet.
4. Flush all exterior with fresh water using a low-pressure water hose.
5. Dry the exterior cabinet using a soft cloth being careful not to damage evaporator fins.

Table 2 - Cleaning Agents

APPROVED CLEANING AGENTS•
Fantastic®
Formula 409®
Cascade®
All Power Plain Detergent (3% Solution)

1. Polish the heat pump's cabinet panels using an approved polishing agent and following the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use chemicals on the display panel.
2. Rinse the heat pump panels with fresh water, wipe, and buff panels using a dry soft cloth.
3. Allow heat pump interior and surrounding equipment to "air-dry" for several hours prior to restoring electrical power.

Table 3 - Polishing Agents

APPROVED POLISHING AGENTS•
Simoniz® Wax
Glo-Coat®
Armor All® Protectant