{"product_id":"raypak-280-premium-lpg","title":"Raypak 280 Premium Gas Pool \u0026 Spa Heater - Commercial - ~58 kW Output - LPG (Propane)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eRaypak 280 Premium Gas Pool \u0026amp; Spa Heater — LPG (Propane)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Raypak 280 Premium is the light commercial version of the 280, producing \u003cstrong\u003e58 kW\u003c\/strong\u003e of output from a 261 MJ\/h lpg (propane) input. Manufacturer model \u003cstrong\u003ePC0280A-P\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Premium series adds all-bronze headers for greater temperature tolerance and corrosion resistance, plus a stainless steel base and combustion support — and carries full 3-year parts cover in commercial applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe keep these physically in stock for fast shipping or local pick-up, unlike most drop-shipping websites.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipped Australia-wide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"background:#E0F7FA;border:1px solid #bfeaf1;padding:14px 16px;margin:0 0 18px;border-radius:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuel type:\u003c\/strong\u003e LPG (Propane) — model PC0280A-P\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso available:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/heaterandspaparts.com.au\/products\/raypak-280-premium\"\u003eRaypak 280 Premium — Natural Gas\u003c\/a\u003e. Domestic install? The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/heaterandspaparts.com.au\/products\/raypak-280-lpg\"\u003eRaypak 280 Residential\u003c\/a\u003e has the same output at a lower price, with ProTek Shield anode protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy From Us?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul style=\"padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaypak authorised dealer and warranty agent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe carry \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/heaterandspaparts.com.au\/products\/raypak-200-280-350-430-gas-pool-heater-spare-parts-with-diagram\"\u003emore Raypak gas heater spare parts\u003c\/a\u003e than anyone in Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEx-manufacturer technicians on staff — over 20 years in gas pool and spa heating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFastest Dispatch from our network.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePremium vs Residential — What You Actually Get\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul style=\"padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll bronze headers\u003c\/strong\u003e instead of polymer — higher temperature tolerance and better corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel base and combustion support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 years parts cover in commercial use\u003c\/strong\u003e — Residential models are built for single family dwellings, not commercial sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: ProTek Shield is fitted to Residential models only. The Premium relies on its bronze headers instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium models require six-monthly service, not annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications*\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003ePC0280A-P\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGas type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eLPG (Propane)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGas input\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e261 MJ\/h\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e58 kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating burner pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e2.5 kPa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum gas supply pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e2.75 kPa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain injector\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e1.10 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePilot injector\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e0.35 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater flow, min \/ max\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e1.6 \/ 6.9 L\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGas connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater connections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e50 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions, H × W × D\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e1,055 × 570 × 650 mm — allow an extra 150 mm width for the header inlet and outlet couplings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e75 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor flue diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e200 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall height, indoor config\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e1,685 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeaders\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eBronze\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat exchanger\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eCupro-nickel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIgnition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eElectronic DSI — no standing pilot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e240 V AC, 10 A weatherproof GPO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#666;\"\u003e* Manufacturer figures vary slightly between the Raypak brochure and the installation manual. Figures shown here are taken from the Owner’s Guide \u0026amp; Installation Instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGas Consumption\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGas input at full fire\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e261 MJ\/h\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate LPG consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e5.3 kg\/h  (10.3 L\/h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRun time per 45 kg cylinder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eapprox. 8 h 33 min at full fire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#666;\"\u003eFigures are at full fire. The heater only draws this while it is actually calling for heat, so daily usage depends on how far below set point the water sits, the weather, and whether a cover is fitted. LPG conversions use 49.6 MJ\/kg and 25.3 MJ\/L for propane. A single 45 kg cylinder will not keep this heater running for long — most installations of this size run twin cylinders with an automatic changeover regulator, or a bulk tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHeat-Up Time to Raise Water Temperature by 10 °C\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCalculated from this model’s actual rated output of \u003cstrong\u003e58 kW\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater volume\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime for +10 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e1,000 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e12 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e1,500 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e18 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e5,000 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e1 h\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e10,000 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e2 h\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e15,000 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e3 h\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e20,000 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e4 h 1 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e25,000 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e5 h 1 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e30,000 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e6 h 1 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e40,000 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e8 h 1 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e50,000 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e10 h 1 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e60,000 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e12 h 2 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e70,000 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e14 h 2 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e80,000 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e16 h 2 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e90,000 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e18 h 3 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e100,000 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e20 h 3 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"background:#FFF8E1;border:1px solid #f0e0a8;padding:12px 14px;margin:12px 0 0;border-radius:6px;font-size:13px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThese times will vary — treat them as a best case.\u003c\/strong\u003e They are the pure thermodynamic figures: water volume × 4.186 kJ per kg per °C ÷ the heater’s rated output, with \u003cem\u003eno allowance for heat loss\u003c\/em\u003e. In the real world a pool or spa is losing heat the whole time you are adding it. Expect longer, sometimes much longer, depending on air temperature, wind, humidity, water surface area, and above all whether a cover is fitted. An uncovered pool in cold or windy weather can take well over double these times, and in extreme conditions may not reach the target at all. Use this table to compare models, not as a guarantee of performance on your site.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHeat-Up Performance — Manufacturer Figures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePool temperature rise over 24 hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePool surface area\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e20 m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e40 m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e60 m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e80 m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e100 m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e26 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e20 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e14 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e10 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e8 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:12px 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpa temperature rise per hour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpa volume\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e2,000 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e3,000 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e4,000 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e5,000 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e25 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e17 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e12 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e10 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#666;\"\u003eRheem published figures for this model size. Based on outdoor installation, 2.2 km\/h average wind, 1.3 m water depth, pool cover fitted. Indoor installs run higher; uncovered or exposed pools run lower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStandard Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul style=\"padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll bronze headers, stainless steel base and combustion support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCupro-nickel heat exchanger for corrosion resistance in chlorinated and salt water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital thermostat with independent Pool and Spa set points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7-day programmable time clock with four daily timer periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChild-lock function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService code diagnostics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder-coated heavy gauge metal casing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal switch terminal for third-party automation and WiFi pool controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for indoor or outdoor installation — outdoor configuration supplied as standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft or right hand water connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eImportant: When Replacing an Existing Raypak Heater\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul style=\"padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaypak heaters no longer have a built-in valve actuator or pump control. If you are operating valve actuators or switching a pump, you will need a control system such as the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/heaterandspaparts.com.au\/products\/dontek-aquatek?variant=41023899697341\" title=\"Dontek Aquatek Pool Controller with WiFi\"\u003eAquatek with WiFi\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecause the heater has no pump control of its own, it cannot run the pump on after the burner shuts down. If your control system has no cool-down mode, fit a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/heaterandspaparts.com.au\/products\/gas-heater-cooldown-control\"\u003erun-on timer\u003c\/a\u003e — see accessories below.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe do not recommend the newer Raypak 280, 350 and 430 heaters be installed where 40 mm plumbing is used — flow characteristics have changed on the newer models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn Premium models the pressure switch is accessed from the return cover, opposite the water connection side — not the in\/out cover as on Residential models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul style=\"padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLicensed installation only.\u003c\/strong\u003e Must be installed by a qualified gas fitter who issues a compliance certificate. Installation to AS\/NZS 5601.1, AS\/NZS 3500.4 and AS\/NZS 3000.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGas supply — read this.\u003c\/strong\u003e Propane models must run on propane only. Propane\/butane mixtures such as automotive LPG are unsafe in this heater and will damage it. Burner pressure must be set to the rating label figure at commissioning — incorrect gas settings are not covered by warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor:\u003c\/strong\u003e minimum 1,500 mm from any window or room ventilation opening, no obstructions above, level non-combustible base, not under eaves or pool decks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor:\u003c\/strong\u003e requires the indoor hood conversion kit and compliant 200 mm flueing. Minimum clearances on non-combustible surfaces — rear 150 mm, front 750 mm, water side 600 mm, non-water side 150 mm, above 1,200 mm. On combustible surfaces, rear and non-water side increase to 500 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh wind areas:\u003c\/strong\u003e a High Wind Top or induced draft fan may be needed. In constant high wind, site the heater at least 1 m from high vertical walls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow switch:\u003c\/strong\u003e required if heater pipework sits more than 1,500 mm above or below pool water level (Raypak part AQ0200201).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChlorinators and dosing systems\u003c\/strong\u003e must feed downstream of the heater with an anti-siphon device fitted. Chemicals entering the heater directly will destroy the heat exchanger and void warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial sites:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rheem recommends building redundancy into the heating system so the pool stays in service if one heater goes down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWater Balance — Warranty Critical\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncorrect water balance is the single most common cause of heat exchanger failure, and corrosive water voids the Rheem warranty. Target ranges:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFibreglass pools, under 31 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFibreglass spas, over 31 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther pools \u0026amp; spas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e7.3 – 7.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e7.3 – 7.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e7.6 – 7.8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eTotal alkalinity (ppm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e120 – 150\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e120 – 150\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e80 – 120\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eCalcium hardness (ppm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e200 – 300\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e200 – 300\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e200 – 400\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eSalt (ppm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e6,000 max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e6,000 max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e6,000 max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eFree chlorine (ppm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e2 – 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e2 – 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e2 – 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003eLangelier Saturation Index\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e±0.3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e±0.3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px;\"\u003e±0.3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#666;\"\u003eFree chlorine must not exceed 4 ppm. Free bromine must not exceed 5 ppm. Never add acid to the skimmer box — add small amounts spread across the pool surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eController Service Codes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul style=\"padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePO\u003c\/strong\u003e — no mains power to the unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eO\u003c\/strong\u003e — insufficient water pressure, pump not running or pressure switch needs adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eF1\u003c\/strong\u003e — wiring or electronics fault\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eF2\u003c\/strong\u003e — main sensor open circuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eF3\u003c\/strong\u003e — main sensor short circuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eF4\u003c\/strong\u003e — secondary sensor short circuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heater also locks out on over-temperature if inlet water exceeds 45 °C. It must cool to roughly 35 °C before the red reset button will illuminate and reset — allow up to 4 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul style=\"padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial application or single family dwelling:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 years parts, 1 year labour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty does not cover incorrect gas settings, corrosive water, chemical damage, or installation by an unqualified person.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium models require six-monthly service by a qualified technician as a condition of warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eManuals \u0026amp; Documentation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul style=\"padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0372\/5253\/files\/Raypak_Pool_Spa_Gas_Heaters_-_Owners_Guide_Installation_Instructions_-_HASP.pdf?v=1785796654\"\u003eOwner’s Guide \u0026amp; Installation Instructions\u003c\/a\u003e — full 32-page manual covering installation, commissioning, controller programming, wiring diagrams and dimensional data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0372\/5253\/files\/Raypak_Residential_Premium_Pool_Spa_Gas_Heaters_-_HASP.pdf?v=1785796446\"\u003eResidential \u0026amp; Premium Range Brochure\u003c\/a\u003e — model comparison, sizing guide and accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/heaterandspaparts.com.au\/products\/raypak-200-280-350-430-gas-pool-heater-spare-parts-with-diagram\"\u003eRaypak spare parts with exploded diagrams\u003c\/a\u003e — every serviceable part for the 200\/280\/350\/430, with diagrams to identify what you need. We stock more Raypak gas heater spare parts than anyone in Australia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAccessories \u0026amp; Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul style=\"padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/heaterandspaparts.com.au\/products\/raypak-280-draft-diverter-indoor-flue-kit-draught-stack\"\u003eRaypak 280 indoor draft diverter \/ draught stack\u003c\/a\u003e — required to convert this heater from its standard outdoor configuration to indoor. A Raypak heater must never be run indoors in outdoor configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh wind locations:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/heaterandspaparts.com.au\/products\/raypak-280-high-wind-top\"\u003eRaypak 280 High Wind Top\u003c\/a\u003e — these heaters are atmospherically vented, so gusty or exposed sites can upset combustion. The high wind top restores proper draw through the heater.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended — run-on \/ cool-down:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/heaterandspaparts.com.au\/products\/gas-heater-cooldown-control\"\u003eDontek H5RO gas heater run-on controller\u003c\/a\u003e — we recommend one on any gas heater where the control system in place has no cool-down mode. It holds the filtration pump on after the burner shuts down so residual heat is carried out of the heat exchanger rather than left sitting in it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/heaterandspaparts.com.au\/products\/raypak-remote-control-thermostat\"\u003eIn-house remote control\u003c\/a\u003e — surface or flush mounted, 10 m, 20 m or 50 m cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/heaterandspaparts.com.au\/products\/raypak-200-280-350-430-gas-pool-heater-spare-parts-with-diagram\"\u003eRaypak 200\/280\/350\/430 spare parts and exploded diagrams\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 75 kg this is a two-person lift. Someone may be required to help take the heater from the delivery truck if the carrier cannot provide a tailgate lifter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#888;\"\u003eRaypak 280 Premium LPG (Propane), PC0280A-P, Raypak 280 Premium gas pool spa heater 58 kW, Raypak 280 replacement heater Australia. WWDG · SpaPro\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Raypak","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47940973101245,"sku":"rp280premLPG","price":10186.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0372\/5253\/files\/raypak-280-premium-gas-pool-spa-heater-commercial-58-kw-output-lpg-propane-451.webp?v=1785794830","url":"https:\/\/heaterandspaparts.com.au\/products\/raypak-280-premium-lpg","provider":"Heater and Spa Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}