Heat pump water heaters save up to 50% of energy costs compared to standard water heaters..
Heat pump water heaters work like air conditioning, and instead of moving heat from the room to the outdoors, they move the heat to the tank.
For every unit of electricity they use, three units of heat are added to the water.
Get the most out of your heat pump water heater Set the heater to the temperature that works for you. 2 Use.
Heat Pump Only mode when possible. 3 Heat pump water heaters get their heat from the air around them so maximize the heater's accessible space.
If it's in room, open the door to give the heater access to more air. 4 Be sure there is no household items or furniture impeding the air flow to and from the 5 Be sure to clean the filter regularly.
Watch for the indicator light that it's time to rinse out the filter . 6 Put the heater on.
Vacation Mode if you are leaving your home for period of time to reduce the usage and wear and tear on the unit..
Thousands of Mainers have taken advantage of Efficiency Maine's heat pump heater incentive program.
There are several ways to save, and Gelinas HVAC is Registered Residential Vendor for Efficiency Maine.
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