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    May 30, 2010, 12:46 PM
    DIY Heat pump installation
    I would like to use a heat pump as a source for hot water for a radiant floor system. I know that there are split systems when using an air handler, so instead I want to purchase a flat plate heat exchanger, connect it to a heat pump, and have an 80 gallon storage tank for the hot water storage. I am looking for a schematic showing me the parts I would need to accomplish this. I know that there are systems being sold that do this, but financially they are out of reach for me. I realize that I would need a heat exchanger, water pump for circulating the water through the tank and exchanger, but beyond that I am at a loss.
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    May 30, 2010, 01:44 PM
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    May 31, 2010, 01:14 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by theotilus View Post
    I would like to use a heat pump as a source for hot water for a radiant floor system. I know that there are split systems when using an air handler, so instead I want to purchase a flat plate heat exchanger, connect it to a heat pump, and have an 80 gallon storage tank for the hot water storage. I am looking for a schematic showing me the parts I would need to accomplish this. I know that there are systems being sold that do this, but financially they are out of reach for me. I realize that I would need a heat exchanger, water pump for circulating the water through the tank and exchanger, but beyond that I am at a loss.
    Along with all the parts and pieces you better hire an engineer to do all the calculations or the system will never work. While it sounds simple it is a very complex setup.
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    May 31, 2010, 04:10 PM

    Is this out of reach? GE 50 Gal. Heat Pump Electric Hot Water Heater (GEH50DNSRSA)
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    May 31, 2010, 06:24 PM
    Kiss.. that's EXACTLY what he should use. But he will need help with the plumbing since in his own words he is at a loss. Fill/pressure regulator, expansion tank, possibly a manifold... lots of things to consider.

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