PoolControls Zenheat ZHS13 Horizontal Airflow Inverter Pool Heater with R32 Refrigerant

For residential pool and spa heating, the Zenheat ZHS 13 combines a full-inverter air-source heat pump system with R32 refrigerant and a titanium heat exchanger. Its DC inverter fan motor provides horizontal airflow, while automatic defrosting is carried out through a 4-way valve. The unit operates from a 240V single-phase 50Hz power supply and is configured for the specified ZHS heating application.

Maximum power input is rated at 2.2 kW and maximum current at 10.2 A, with a water flow volume of 4.5 m³/h. The ZHS 13 has a working temperature range of -15°C to 43°C, covering the operating conditions stated in the technical data. These specifications define the electrical input, water circulation and temperature range for this model.

The ZHS 13 uses an ABS casing with an IPX4 waterproof level. Its specified noise level is 42–53 dB(A) at 1 metre and 22–33 dB(A) at 10 metres. The unit has a net weight of 53 kg and a gross weight of 64 kg, providing the relevant unit and packaged weights for handling and installation planning.

Net dimensions are 925 × 364 × 642 mm, with package dimensions of 990 × 435 × 760 mm. The enclosure accommodates the full-inverter heating arrangement and associated components within the stated product dimensions, while the larger packaged dimensions account for the unit as supplied.

Features

• A high-end Mitsubishi compressor forms part of the ZHS 13 heating system.
• The inverter configuration is specified with high efficiency COP of up to 16.
• Built-in WiFi provides an integrated connection for heater control.
• A waterproof touchscreen display provides direct access to the unit's operating interface.
• The refrigerant pressure gauge allows the system pressure to be viewed during operation.
• Precise refrigerant gas control is handled through the EEV.
• Hot gas defrosting supports the defrosting arrangement used by the heating system.