Vaillant condensate drain heater for aroTHERM pro
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Product detailed description
Vaillant – Condensate drain heating 1.5 m including connecting adapter (aroTHERM pro)
Original heated (frost-free) condensate drain route from Vaillant designed for outdoor units of the aroTHERM pro series. Just like the equivalent version for aroTHERM Split plus, it ensures safe condensate drainage from the evaporator even in freezing weather, where unprotected drains pose risks (bulging back, ice formation, damage to the collection tray).
Principle and purpose
The outdoor unit of the heat pump produces a significant amount of condensate during defrosting cycles and operation at low temperatures. If free gravity drainage below the freezing point is not possible, it is necessary to protect the drain route with an integrated heating cable. This set, specifically designed for the aroTHERM pro series, includes an insulated pipe with a heating cable of a length sufficient to provide frost protection for the route up to a distance of approximately 1.5 m (according to some sources, the heating cable in this set is longer, approximately 2.92 m, which accounts for the different construction of the tray and the condensate outlet of the pro series units compared to Split plus) from the unit.
Technical parameters
- Heating cable: self-regulating/resistive, route length approximately 1.5–2.92 m depending on the specific configuration delivered for a particular generation of the unit
- Pipe insulation: protects against heat loss and mechanical damage
- Part of the delivery: connecting adapter for the unit's condensate outlet, clamping straps and connecting material
- Heating cable power supply: 230 V
- Estimated weight: approximately 1.8 kg
Compatibility
Designed for outdoor units of the aroTHERM pro series (and in some performance versions compatible with aroTHERM Split plus – we recommend verifying the exact model designation of the unit before ordering, as Vaillant offers slightly different versions of this set for individual generations and series with different lengths and power of the heating cable).
Installation and connection
The adapter is connected to the unit's condensate outlet, and the heating cable is routed along the drain pipe towards the safe discharge point (gully, sewer) while maintaining the prescribed slope. The electrical connection to the 230 V network is carried out by a qualified electrician, ideally on a separate circuit. During installation, it is important to ensure that the heating cable adheres to the entire length of the pipe and is not mechanically stressed or pinched, which could reduce its efficiency or lifespan.
Why not solve the condensate drainage in a makeshift way
Make-shift solutions (e.g., a freely led hose without insulation and heating) often freeze in freezing weather, leading to repeated defrosting, increased energy consumption, and in extreme cases, even damage to the unit due to pressure from frozen water in the tray. The original heated set from Vaillant is specifically designed and tested for the given unit model, ensuring reliable operation throughout the entire heating season.
Frequently asked questions
How does this set differ from the version for aroTHERM Split plus? It is a version adapted to the construction of the condensate outlet and the geometry of the tray of the aroTHERM pro series units; it is not always directly interchangeable with the set for another series, either mechanically or electrically, so we recommend ordering according to the exact type of the owned or planned unit.
Is it necessary to install a heated drain always? Yes, in locations with regular frosts and without the possibility of free gravitational drainage below the freezing point, it is a recommended part of standard installation.
Does the operation of the heating cable require a thermostat? We recommend control according to the manufacturer's instructions (thermostatically or in conjunction with the heat pump control unit) to optimize electricity consumption during mild weather.
Operational and service recommendations
We recommend checking the functionality of the heating cable before the winter season and occasionally checking the free condensate drainage from the protected route during frosty periods. In case of repeated freezing despite a functional cable, we recommend consulting with the installation company to identify possible causes (e.g., insufficient slope of the route, damaged insulation).
Related accessories
In case of the need to connect an external hose in combination with a third-party heating cable, use our condensate drain adapter (0010046426). For units of the aroTHERM Split plus series, an alternative version with a route length of 1.5 m is available (0010039083).
Warranty and technical support
This product is covered by a warranty period of 24 months. The electrical connection must be carried out exclusively by a person with electrical qualifications.
Shipping
The product is compact and shipped as a regular parcel.
Why is protection against condensate freezing important in our climatic conditions
Slovakia belongs to a climatic zone with common winter frosts, and precisely during the strongest frosts (when the need for heat from the heat pump is highest), the outdoor unit produces the most condensate during defrosting cycles. If the condensate drain route is not protected against freezing (by a heating cable or sufficient slope below the freezing point), a typical problem occurs: the condensate in the pipe freezes, water begins to accumulate back towards the unit, ice forms in the collection tray, and dangerous black ice forms around the unit, which is a risk especially when walking around the unit (e.g., during service access).
Long-term repeated freezing of condensate can ultimately lead to mechanical damage to the collection tray due to the expansion of freezing water, which represents an expensive repair outside the standard warranty (if the cause is proven to be an improperly solved condensate drainage). For this reason, we recommend considering the original heated condensate drain route as a standard, not optional, part of a complete and professionally implemented heat pump installation in our climatic conditions.
Installation procedure step by step
- Connect the supplied adapter to the condensate outlet of the outdoor unit aroTHERM pro.
- Route the insulated pipe with the heating cable towards the safe discharge point, maintaining the prescribed slope.
- Secure the route against mechanical damage using the supplied clamps and connecting material.
- Connect the heating cable to the 230 V power supply via a separately fused circuit (carried out by a qualified electrician).
- Verify the functionality of the heating cable and free condensate drainage before the final covering of the route.
Additional parameters
| Category: | Heat Pump Accessories |
|---|---|
| Warranty: | 2 years |
| Weight: | 2 kg |
| Length: | 1.5 m |
| Power output: | 15 W |
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