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heat from the outside air into the home. The
role of heat pumps isn’t to generate heat — it’s
to move heat.
A system of ducts and registers circulates the
air into the home. Supply ducts bring air from
the handling unit to the inside of the home
while return ducts bring air from the home to
the handling unit. Some, but not all, heat pumps
include a supplemental heat source if extra heat
is needed.
Proper maintenance is essential to the heat
pump system’s efficient function operation.
Also, see Registers, page 23.
Condensation drain line
See Condensation Drain Line (Page 18).
Filter
Do not operate any heating and cooling system
without a filter which protects it from debris
and dust.
Care and maintenance
The following recommendations ensure proper
system operation.
Run the heating and cooling system at least
once during the off-season.
Some outdoor air conditioners have an external
cartridge fuse or other disconnect mechanism
in a box near the service panel or unit itself.
Contact an electrician if you have issues with
the fuse.
SERVICE TIP: Read instruction manuals
and follow the instructions for having your
units checked and maintained.
SERVICE TIP: Hire a professional to
conduct a furnace inspection on an annual
basis, before the heating season.
CAUTION: Call your gas company
immediately if you smell gas.
HOME TIP: Close blinds, drapes, and
shutters on hot days to keep the interior of
your home cool. Open window coverings on
cool, sunny days to expedite interior heating.
The following are tips for keeping your heat
pump system functioning properly:
Hire a professional technician to service the
system annually. The technician will check
multiple aspects of the system to ensure it
operates as it should.
Clean or replace the filter monthly or as often
as is necessary, depending on use. Refer to
the manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning
or replacing.
Remove debris from the outdoor unit.
Monitor the supply and return registers and
clean them when they appear dirty or dusty.
Straighten any bent fins.
Also, see Registers, page 23.
