For the 5.5KW unit how much water flow is required through the heater(570gph)?
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The flow should be maintained above 15 GPM (900 GPH). Failure to do so will cause the pressure switch to drop out, and the heater will become inoperative.
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My hot tub is a side extension of my main (in ground concrete) pool. Can this unit be placed exposed to the elements alongside my pump/filter equipment?
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I have a 400 gallon built in spa located outside in Michigan. Which size heater would be appropriate?
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Hi Robert, For a 400 gallon spa the Spapak 5.5KW Electric Spa Heater would be the appropriate size but the Spapak 11KW Electric Spa Heater will heat the spa faster.
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What are the electrical requirements for this product? Standard outlet or something more substantial? Also, would this be a sufficient product for an 8,000 gallon above ground pool? Currently my pool is too much in the shade and only gets to about 76 degrees from limited solar blanket exposure. Would like to increase at least 10 degrees. Any idea about cost to increase a pool this size 10-12 degrees as mentioned? Thanks.
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Hi Mike, You can find the electrical requirements Raypak SpaPak 552 & 1102 Tech Data Sheet. It has 1-1/2" NPT male connections. The Spapak Electric Spa Heater / 11 KW would not be suitable for an 8,000 gallon pool. You will need multiple unit or go with the Hayward Heat Pro Heat Pump 50k BTU Digital Display Above Ground Pool.
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I have an older Jaquzzi spa with electric water heater. Model # is Els-11002.Did they change the numbering subsequently to Els-1102? they are bot h 11KW, 240v All the information on the element is as follows. 6550561,,E83,,731xj0005,,240v,,,11000w. Are the new elements compatable with the older models?
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Hi Larry, The model numbers have changed but the parts are the same. The Raypak 11 Kw Element (001802F) is the element used with this unit.
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i work at a hotel. and my spa motor went out this weekend. replaced it today and now i have a flashing code. could you tell me what it means
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Hello Steve, you might just need a diagnostic run on it from Raypak 805-278-5300, was it the same model that you had previous or different?
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I have a spa heater ELS 1102-2 volts 240 amps 46. I am wondering how much electricity it will consume if you run it 24/7 in the winter time. This is our average temperature in the winter time:
November (5 C/41 F, -2 C/28 F) ; December (0 C/32 F, -6 C/21 F), January (0 C/32 F, -7 C/19 F), February (3 C/37 F, -5 C/23 F) ; March (9 C/48 F, -2 C/28 F).
Could you please tell me how to calculate the electricity consumption ? Thank you tons!
Jady
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Hi Jady. To calculate how much it will cost to operate this unit you can use the following steps. 01) Amps x Volt = watts 02) Watts / 1000 = kW 03) kW x Hours = Usage 04) Usage x kW rate = Cost
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Is 15 gpm (900 gph) the required flow to keep the 11 KW heater on or is it higher for the 11 KW model?
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Hello Nick- The Spapak Electric Spa Heater / 11 KW - 001640 will require a minimum flow rate of 15 gpm and a maximum flow rate of 60 gpm.
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WHICH IS BETTER AND WILL LAST LONGER?
11KW RAYPAK
11KW HAYWARD SPA ELEC HEATERS
11KW PENTAIR?
I LIVE IN COSTA RICA
SHIP EXTRA ELEMENT WOULD THAT BE NECESARY?
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John, Both would last the same amount of time. The main this is to closely monitor the chemical levels so that the water is not corrosive to the heater. You can purchase an extra element to keep on hand as a back up.
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my pool is an above ground oval 4 ft high 12 feet wide and 18 ft long.
will this heater keep it warm enough ?
i currently have a hayward gas heater and i don't like it. i have had 3 in the last 10 years.
i now only want a heater that is only electric.
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Hi, Elaine, This unit will not be adequate, I would recommend an Above Ground Pool Heat Pump.
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I have an in-ground pool/spa. I plan to only heat my spa by isolating the spa when using the heater, only circulate water through the spa. My question is when I am not using the spa I plan to have the heater powered down, it would be to expensive to heat the pool. Is it okay to still have water circulating through the heater when it is off? Also is it okay to have no water circulating through it if i plan to have a valve to completely shutoff the heater when not using it. Thank you
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Hi, Jared. Yes, its okay to have no water or water circulating through the heater when it's not in use.
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Is there an optimal flow rate for this heater? I know 60 is the max, would 60 get the spa up to temp the fastest or would a lower flow rate be more efficient? I have a variable speed pump and an inline flow meter. Therefore I can adjust the flow.
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Hi, Andy. This unit is designed to heat efficiently with a max flow rate of 60 GPM. The flow switch cannot be adjusted outside 15-60 GPM.
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how long will it take to heat an ice cold 16x48 above ground pool that holds 5000gallons of water
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Hi, Robert. It depends on what temperature it's heated too. This unit can increase your pool temperature by about .75 to 1 degree an hour.
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I have a 15,000 gallon in-ground pool. What kind of heat pump would you recommend? Or could I run the Raypak 001640 Spa-Pak 11kw 240V for 24 hours to get the desired temp since its a smaller unit?
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Hi, Jonathan. We will need additional info in order to size a heat pump for your pool. I will need your city. the desired temperature, run time and the operation months. You can also use the Raypak Heater Sizer. This 11kW heater will not effectively heat your pool.
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How long does it take to heat an inground jacuzzi of 900 gallons by 25 degrees with the Spapak Electric Spa Heater?
When the jacuzzi is not in use can the power be shut off at the heater?
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Hi, Hans. It will take this unit approximately, 5-1/2 hours to heat 900 gallons of water 25 degrees.
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