K-Star Electric Mechanical Heaters | Consolidated Pool & Spa (2024)

The K-STAR Electric Mechanical Pool Heater is for comfort and heat when you need it. Swimming any time is more fun when the water temperature is right. Your whole family will get more enjoyment and more use of your pool and spa with a K-STAR Electric Mechanical Heater. Whether you want to extend your swimming season from earlier spring into the fall, want more comfortable pool temperatures all the time, or have your spa ready even in frigid winter weather, K-STAR Electric Mechanical Heaters can do it for you.

How Do Electric Pool and Spa Heaters Work?

An electric pool heater creates heat in your pool or spa by applying an electrical current to a element with resistance, this generates heat. The electric heater pass water over the element, heats it, and exits the assembly housing warm and back into the pool or hot tub until the desired temperature is reached. Electric pool heaters are most appropriate for heating spas and small above ground pools.

How Much Will It Cost To Run?

The following formula is used to determine the cost per day:
Power XHours per day XPrice Per KW

For this scenario we are going to use a K5 (which is a 5 KW unit), for 24 hours at an estimated $0.06 per KW.
5 KW X 24 Hours X .06 = $7.20 to run this unit, per day.

: This is an estimated price as once the pool is heated the unit will turn the heating elements on and off to maintain the temperature of the water rather then running at full power all the time.

HEATER SIZING CHART

Note: All figures are approximate and based on a constant depth of 48" and a desired temperature increase of 10 degrees. Use chart only as a guideline.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

Please refer to our K-StarOwner/Installation Manual Regarding:
• Proper Installation (i.e. consideration of maximum Flow Rates; etc.)
• When installations require Current Collectors as per electrical code
• Warranty criteria (i.e. Salt-Chlorine Systems; etc.)

Leakage Current Collectors (not supplied with purchase):
Leakage Current Collectors may be required with your Heater installation; consult your local Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) to determine if Leakage Current Collectors are mandatory in your jurisdiction - *Please note that the Canadian Electrical Code only requires Leakage Current Collectors for Hot Tub applications.

This unit is to be hardwired and serviced by a licensed electrician.

This heater is not to be used on any soft sided above ground pools.

Warranty Coverage:
K-Star Electric Heaters come with a 1 Year Limited Manufacturer's Warranty with only 90 Days Limited Warranty on Heating Elements. Consolidated Pool & Spa Industries warrants electric heaters against defects on workmanship and materials. This warranty will be void if the electric heater is damaged as a result of improper installation or use, or if damage is a result of ice or chemical imbalance. This warranty does not cover any labour charges, cost of lost water or chemicals, or any other damages that may occur.