TECH & ESMAC Heat Pump Water Heater Education
March
01,
2024
Topics Covered:
- Key differences between standard gas and electric water heaters and heat pump water heaters
- Benefits and value propositions of HPWHs
- Installation best practices
- Location options, space needs and considerations
- How to size appropriately
- Programming/operating modes
- Time-of-use and demand response capabilities
- Electrical requirements, electric panel considerations
- Condensate management and drainage
- Thermostatic mixing valves, recirculation pumps
- Noise/vibration considerations
- Guidance and best practices for warranty, service support, and maintenance
- Customer education – how to use, what to expect, addressing common concerns
- How to get further regional training and support
Learning Objectives:
- Identify the key difference between standard water heaters and heat pump water heaters
- Explain the features and benefits of heat pump water heaters
- Identify dwelling and customer types that benefit the most from HPWH
- Calculate appropriate tank size based on dwelling and occupancy
- Describe installation best practices
- Describe service and maintenance best practices
- Demonstrate selling techniques and overcoming customer objections