Performance Plus Swimming Pool Heat Pumps

Australia Operations

Heat Pumps

Performance Plus Heat Pump Ian Coombes Ltd is proud to offer the "Performance Plus" range of heat pumps for both residential as well as commercial installations.

The "Performance Plus" range of Heat Pumps are built in New Zealand by Hotwater Heat Pumps Ltd in Auckland. Hotwater Heat Pumps have been specialist pool heat pump manufacturers since 1980.

The benefit of a heat pump is that it offers a coefficient of performance in that while its input is low, it is capable of producing up to four times more heat than its input, depending on the outside ambient air temperature. An example of this is the HW225 model, which is a single-phase unit having an input of 2 kW. Depending on the ambient air temperature and humidity, this model is capable of producing up to 10 kW of heat output. This performance is based on 18°c wet bulb and 28°c pool water temperature.

These heat pumps, using standard sizing are capable of maintaining a pool temperature of 28°c for an extended summer season, mid October to mid March, unless otherwise stated.

Heat pumps are sized with the use an insulating pool blanket in mind. If a bubble cover was used to cover the pool, or an insulating pool blanket was not used, then we would have to size a larger unit, creating a higher capital and operating cost.

Performance Plus Heat Pump Display Performance Plus heat pumps offer the following benefits:
  • Manufactured by a New Zealand company with a long and well-proven track record.
  • Latest up to the minute technology applied.
  • Whisper quiet operation.
  • Performance enhanced titanium-tubed heat exchanger.
  • Automatic reverse cycle defrost on all models allows reliable low ambient operation.
  • Built in refrigeration and water flow safety switches.
  • Easy to operate electronic controller with digital temperature display.
  • Weatherproof cabinet suitable for outdoor installation.
  • Ten year warranty on the titanium tubing within the heat exchanger and a 24 month mechanical warranty.
Optional fully automated control systems are also available for controlling filtration, chlorinators, pool and spa applications etc.

The following chart shows the standard range of heat pumps available, along with their input and outputs as well as required fuse sizes.


Single Phase Models

Model kw Input kw Output Motor Rated Fuse

      HW 150 1.2 6 16 amp
      HW 225 2 10 20 amp
      HW 275 2.75 13 25 amp
      HW 300S 3.2 15 32 amp
      HW 350S 3.5 18 32 amp
      HW 450S 4 20 32 amp


Three Phase Models

Model kw Input kw Output Motor Rated Fuse

      HW 303 3.2 15 16 amp
      HW 353 3.5 18 20 amp
      HW 453 4.3 21 20 amp
      HW 550 4.8 25 20 amp
      HW 650 5.5 28 25 amp
      HW 800 7.3 33 32 amp
      HW 1050 9.5 45 32 amp
      HW 1250 10 50 40 amp
      HW 1600 14 66 50 amp
      HW 2000 18.75 75 100 amp
      HW 2500 25 103 100 amp
      HW 3300 32 128 125 amp



HELIOCOL Solar Pool Water Heating
Ian Coombes Aust Pty Ltd is proud to be distributors of the Heliocol Solar Pool Water Heating System.

The option of enjoying a longer pool season is both simple and practical with a Heliocol Solar Water Heating System. The sun is a natural energy source - reliable and unlimited. Best of all, it's free. No expensive costs. No undesirable pollutants.

Heliocol Solar heating can be readily added to existing pool systems or designed into a new pool construction. Heliocol solar systems are suitable for both residential, as well as commercial pools. From day one cost free heat from the sun adds that extra enjoyment to your pool use and can double the total swimming season.

Heliocol collector panels are located on a north facing roof or other area. Pool water is diverted to the sun-exposed panels and returned to the pool for your enjoyment and comfort. Enjoy more of the good life with Heliocol and extend your pool season at the lowest possible cost with free solar heating.

More information can be found at www.synergex.co.nz.



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