Will it heat my pool in cool weather?

It runs down to 32°F air, but output drops with temperature: 17,100 BTU at 80°F air versus 8,496 BTU at 59°F. In cool air expect slower heating and a lower COP of 3.9.

Does it cool the water too?

No. It is a single-heat unit, so it only warms water and cannot chill it in summer.

What size pool does 12,000 BTU suit?

It is a small unit meant for above-ground pools and small spas. Larger pools need a higher-capacity pump, and heating will be slow.

What power does it need?

It runs on 110V/60Hz at a rated input of 0.77 kW, so a standard household circuit is enough.

How much water flow does it need?

It is rated for about 396 gallons per hour of circulating flow. Match it to your pump's flow rate for proper heat transfer.

Does it come with a bypass or fittings?

The listing does not state what is included beyond the unit. Check the box contents before plumbing it in.

Where is the DOEL 12000 BTU Mini Swimming Pool Heat Pump cheapest?

At Walmart, for $399.00, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the DOEL 12000 BTU Mini Swimming Pool Heat Pump?

Rated 3 out of 5 from 4 ratings.

DOEL 12000 BTU Mini Swimming Pool Heat Pump

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Last seen at $399.00 at Walmart on Nov 14.

Our take on the DOEL 12000 BTU Mini Swimming Pool Heat Pump

The DOEL 12000 BTU is a small single-speed heat pump for above-ground pools and small spas, using an R32 rotary compressor. It is a heating-only unit: it warms water but cannot chill it. Rated output is 12,000 BTU, with a stated COP of 5.5 at 80°F air and 3.9 at 59°F, so output and efficiency fall as the air cools. It suits owners of small pools who want to extend the swim season without a gas line; against inverter rivals it is simpler and cheaper but less efficient in cool weather and fixed at 55 dB.

Best forAbove-ground pools and small spasExtending the swim season in mild climatesOwners without a gas lineBudget-conscious buyers wanting heating only

Pros

R32 refrigerant with lower global warming potential than R410A
Stated COP of 5.5 at 80°F air, 3.9 at 59°F
Heats in air from 32°F to 109°F
Simple single-speed rotary compressor, fewer electronics to fail
110V plug-in power, no special circuit needed

Cons

Heating only, no cooling mode
Fixed-speed compressor is less efficient in cool air than inverter models
55 dB is audible near a patio or spa
Output drops sharply as air temperature falls
No digital thermostat or app control mentioned

DOEL 12000 BTU Mini Swimming Pool Heat Pump prices at every store

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About the DOEL 12000 BTU Mini Swimming Pool Heat Pump

The DOEL 12000 BTU Mini Swimming Pool Heat Pump heats pool water. It is a heating-only model with a rotary compressor and R32 refrigerant. The compressor is GMCC or a similar brand.

It runs on 110V/60Hz single-phase power and circulates 396 gph of water. It needs an air temperature between 32°F and 109°F. Noise is rated at 55 dB(A).

Color: Gray
Type: Heating only
Compressor: Rotary, GMCC or similar brand
Refrigerant: R32
Voltage: 110V/60Hz/1N
Heating output: 12000 BTU
Rated capacity: 3.45 kW
Rated input power: 0.77 kW
Water flow: 396 gph
Noise: 55 dB(A)
Air temperature: 32°F to 109°F
At 80°F air: Water heated to 80°F, 80% humidity: 5 kW (17100 BTU) heating capacity, 1 kW (3570 BTU) power consumption, C.O.P. 5.5 W/W
At 59°F air: Water heated to 78.8°F, 70% humidity: 2.49 kW (8496 BTU) heating capacity, 0.64 kW (2184 BTU) power consumption, C.O.P. 3.9 W/W

Specifications

color: GraySource

Questions and answers

Will it heat my pool in cool weather?: It runs down to 32°F air, but output drops with temperature: 17,100 BTU at 80°F air versus 8,496 BTU at 59°F. In cool air expect slower heating and a lower COP of 3.9.
Does it cool the water too?: No. It is a single-heat unit, so it only warms water and cannot chill it in summer.
What size pool does 12,000 BTU suit?: It is a small unit meant for above-ground pools and small spas. Larger pools need a higher-capacity pump, and heating will be slow.
What power does it need?: It runs on 110V/60Hz at a rated input of 0.77 kW, so a standard household circuit is enough.
How much water flow does it need?: It is rated for about 396 gallons per hour of circulating flow. Match it to your pump's flow rate for proper heat transfer.
Does it come with a bypass or fittings?: The listing does not state what is included beyond the unit. Check the box contents before plumbing it in.
Where is the DOEL 12000 BTU Mini Swimming Pool Heat Pump cheapest?: At Walmart, for $399.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the DOEL 12000 BTU Mini Swimming Pool Heat Pump?: Rated 3 out of 5 from 4 ratings.

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