Winter checks should help an owner spot changes and report them clearly. They are different from professional servicing. For an air-to-water system, do not assume there is an indoor air filter like a ducted air-to-air system; follow the installed equipment’s manual.
Airflow and drainage
From a safe position, look for leaves or snow restricting the required clearances. Check whether defrost water is draining without creating ice on a walkway. Do not chip ice from coil fins, open covers, use a pressure washer or pour hot water onto the appliance. Report persistent blockage to the installer.
Observations worth recording
Record unusual noise, repeated alarms, loss of room comfort and unexpected backup use. Defrost is normal under suitable conditions; frequency alone is not a fault diagnosis. Note outdoor conditions, time, alarm code and whether the unit returns to heating.
Hydraulic design checks
Read the displayed system pressure and temperatures only as your installer has explained. There is no single correct pressure for all building heights and hydraulic layouts. Do not refill or adjust valves just to match a number found online.
Professional service records
An installer or distributor can make this checklist part of handover: provide the safe observation points, emergency contact and manufacturer-approved user tasks. Refer water treatment, refrigerant work, electrical access and recurring faults to qualified service personnel. A useful record makes the subsequent service visit more efficient.
Sources and further reading
Before requesting a project quotation
| Check | Information to prepare |
|---|---|
| Project scope | State the country, project type, operating conditions and required delivery date. Identify which decisions still need an installer or designer. |
| Topic-specific evidence | winter observation records and the installer’s escalation procedure |
| Responsibility and acceptance | Record who supplies, installs, commissions and services the equipment. Ask which documents and checks are included, and confirm exclusions in writing. |
This checklist helps define a request; it is not a model performance claim, installation design or promise of availability.
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