3) How much electricity does it take to operate a heat pump?
This will vary greatly depending on the heating demand f the building, which varies with insulation, climate, use, etc. The numbers below are an approximation.
|
Ton |
Volts |
Amps |
Cost/yr |
Model # |
|
2 |
240 |
4.7 - 6.13 |
$625 |
GT026 |
|
3 |
240 |
6.23 - 8.25 |
$817 |
GT038 |
|
4 |
240 |
8.74 - 11.7 |
$1188 |
GT049 |
|
5 |
240 |
11.7 - 14.4 |
$1543 |
GT064 |
|
6 |
240 |
13.7 - 17 |
$1884 |
GT072 |
* information based on systems from GeoSmart Energy Inc.
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