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    Dec 10, 2011, 10:33 AM
    Heat Pump Efficiency
    Will it improve cold weather heat pump efficiency to build an enclosur around it to protect it from northern exposure
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    Dec 10, 2011, 11:11 AM
    It will only block the wind, not change the ambient temp. That is a drawback with heatpumps unless they are specifically designed for the temp.
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    Dec 10, 2011, 07:09 PM
    Never block incoming air or leaving air on your system it will only make things worse. Its never a good idea to put a heat pump on the north side of the house
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    Dec 10, 2011, 08:06 PM
    Agree with T-Top. I think I missread "enclosure" for "baffle". I agree, never enclose the unit but you could use a 1 sided baffle to divert the wind.
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