Heat Pump Water Heater Condensate Drain

Not sure how they determine that your line is plugged whether it s pressure or some other means.

Heat pump water heater condensate drain. Heat traps on inlet and outlet are properly installed. No problems so far i just run my condensate line to a condensate pump which then pumps the water to a drain in my basement. Power vent and power direct vent heaters are equipped with the condensate drain so the water vapor from the exhaust gases will roll down the pvc vent pipe and through the drain port out. Little giant condensate pump.

The state hybrid manual says to put water heater in standby mode then turn off power remove access panel on fan side by loosening screws wipe dirt and debris to clean pan inspect line for clogs and kinks do not reduce drain tube into smaller line put cover back and restore power then system performs diagnostic prior to operation. If the drain line gets clogged or the condensate pan is set improperly the water will run over and cause a leak. Condensate drain lines are properly installed and piped to an adequate drain or condensate pump installed. I have a hp water heater as well.

The recommendation is to get a condensate drain kit for convenient draining and metal drain pans to protect the room where the heater is installed. All piping is properly installed insulated sealed free of leaks and protected from exposed elements below freezing temperatures if applicable. If this pan becomes clogged with debris mold or even algae it could overflow and create a puddle around your pump.