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Moov Inverter MI650 – 65,000 BTU Pool Heat Pump
Moov Inverter MI650 – 65,000 BTU Pool Heat Pump
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The Moov Inverter MI650X is a Full Inverter pool heat pump from Quebec brand Moov, the current revision of the MI650. Its AHRI-certified capacity is 62,000 BTU/h with a COP of 5.7 (air and water at 26.7 °C, 80% humidity); its variable-speed compressor and fan modulate output from 20 to 100% as needed. Moov specifies a maximum pool volume of 68,000 L. It runs on 208-230 V with a 30 A breaker, has built-in Wi-Fi and features a titanium heat exchanger warrantied by Moov for 10 years.
Key features
Description
A pool heat pump does not heat the water with an electric element: it captures heat from the outside air and transfers it to the water in its heat exchanger. The COP (coefficient of performance) measures this efficiency. With a COP of 5.7, the Moov Inverter MI650X delivers about 5.7 kWh of heat to the water for every 1 kWh of electricity consumed, under certification conditions (air and water at 26.7 °C, 80% humidity). Efficiency drops as the air gets cooler: with air at 10 °C (63% humidity), its certified capacity falls to 27,000 BTU/h and its COP to 4.2. The manufacturer also recommends keeping the pool covered during the heating season.
What sets this model apart from a traditional heat pump is Full Inverter technology: the dual-rotor DC compressor (according to Moov) and the fan are variable-speed, and capacity modulates from 20 to 100%. Moov claims 30 to 50% seasonal savings compared with a traditional heat pump. The MI650X is the current revision of the MI650: it keeps the side-fan format (horizontal discharge) and the ABS housing of the smaller models in the range, for a footprint of 960 × 419 mm.
At AFI, the Moov Inverter range comes in four sizes: the MI500 (46,000 BTU/h, pools up to 52,000 L, 20 A breaker), the MI650X featured here (62,000 BTU/h, up to 68,000 L, 30 A), the MI900 (82,000 BTU/h, up to 105,000 L, 30 A) and the MI1400 (135,000 BTU/h, up to 155,000 L, 50 A). Capacities are AHRI-certified values with air and water at 26.7 °C and 80% humidity; volumes are the maximums specified by the manufacturer.
Technical specifications
| Brand | Moov (Moov Pool Products, Quebec) |
|---|---|
| Model | MI650X (revision of the MI650) |
| Function | Heating only (no cooling) |
| Technology | Full Inverter: dual-rotor DC compressor (according to Moov) and variable-speed fan, capacity modulated from 20 to 100% |
| Capacity and COP, air 26.7 °C, 80% humidity | 62,000 BTU/h (18.2 kW), COP 5.7 |
| Capacity and COP, air 26.7 °C, 63% humidity | 58,000 BTU/h (17.0 kW), COP 5.3 |
| Capacity and COP, air 10 °C, 63% humidity | 27,000 BTU/h (7.9 kW), COP 4.2 |
| Power supply | 208-230 V, 60 Hz, single-phase |
| Breaker or fuse | 30 A |
| Heating current | 2.5 to 13.1 A (air and water at 26.7 °C) |
| Power input | 0.56 to 3.0 kW (air and water at 26.7 °C) |
| Refrigerant | R410A, 1.35 kg (47.6 oz) |
| Required water flow | 108 to 142 L/min (28.5 to 37.5 US gal/min) |
| Water connections | 1½ in. |
| Heat exchanger | Titanium |
| Operating range | Air from 0 to 43 °C (32 to 109 °F), water from 26.7 to 40 °C (80 to 104 °F). Outside this range, the manufacturer does not guarantee efficiency. |
| Set temperature | 18 to 40 °C (64 to 104 °F) |
| Modes | Smart and Silence |
| Defrost | Automatic, with manual forced defrost |
| Controls | Keypad display on the unit (automatic lock after 30 s), built-in Wi-Fi, Moov Pool app (iOS and Android) |
| Protections | High and low pressure, low water, insufficient flow, air temperature out of range, antifreeze reminder, automatic low-temperature shutdown |
| Power outage | Automatic restart when power returns. Moov nevertheless recommends switching off the power during an outage and rechecking the set point once power is restored. |
| Sound level | 50 dB(A) or less at 3 m (10 ft) |
| Protection rating | IPX4 |
| Format | Side fan, horizontal discharge, ABS housing |
| Footprint (L × D) | 960 × 419 mm (37.8 × 16.5 in.) |
| Net weight | 63 kg (139 lb) |
| Pool volume | Up to 68,000 L (18,000 US gal), maximum specified by the manufacturer |
| Included | Condensate drain fitting |
| Certifications | AHRI-certified performance (AHRI 1160 standard); CSA marking according to the manufacturer |
| Moov warranty | 3 years labour, 5 years parts, 10 years heat exchanger |
AHRI-certified capacities and COP (AHRI 1160 standard), always with water at 26.7 °C (80 °F). For the exact height of the unit, contact us.
Installation
| Who installs it | The manufacturer requires installation by a pool professional; otherwise, the warranty is void. In Quebec, the electrical connection is made by a master electrician. |
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| Electrical connection | Permanent, with no plug: the heat pump is never plugged into an outlet. Grounding is mandatory. 208-230 V circuit protected by a 30 A breaker or fuse, supplied by the customer. |
| Power cable | 2 × 10 AWG plus ground, up to 10 m. Beyond that, use a heavier gauge (thicker wire). |
| Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) | According to Moov, the unit does not need one to operate. If code requires one, its trip threshold must be 30 mA or less. Some GFCIs cause nuisance tripping with variable-speed equipment. |
| Location | Outdoors, in a well-ventilated spot with enough room for installation and servicing, never in an enclosed or poorly ventilated space. Exhaust air must not be drawn back in; otherwise, efficiency drops, or the unit may even shut down. If there is a structure above the unit, the manufacturer's diagram calls for at least 0.5 m (19.7 in.) of clearance. |
| Base | Secured with M10 bolts to a solid concrete base, or to a sturdy rust-treated stand. |
| Clearances | At least 1.5 m (59.1 in.) in front of the fan outlet, 0.7 m (27.6 in.) on each side, 0.5 m (19.7 in.) behind and above. |
| Connection order | Pump, filter, heat pump (water inlet at the bottom, outlet at the top), then chlorine feeder or salt chlorine generator, then return to the pool. The manufacturer's diagram includes a three-valve bypass. |
| Piping | Rigid pipe is mandatory: the heat pump's fittings cannot support the weight of flexible hose. No more than 10 m of pipe between the pool and the heat pump, with insulated lines. |
| Water flow | The filter pump must deliver 108 to 142 L/min (28.5 to 37.5 US gal/min) during heating, with a maximum head of at least 10 m. With a variable-speed pump, choose a speed that maintains this flow; otherwise, the heat pump displays a low water or flow error (E3 or E6). |
| Condensate | Insert the supplied drain fitting under the unit and connect a drain hose to it. |
| Start-up | Start the filter pump before the heat pump, and stop the heat pump before the pump. Use Smart mode for the initial heat-up. |
The Moov warranty does not cover electrical wiring. It begins on the date of purchase (or on the installation date if installation is deferred, with proof) and applies only to the first installation.
Winterizing
The manufacturer's instruction is clear: as soon as the air drops below 3 °C, switch off the power and drain the heat exchanger. If water freezes inside the unit, the titanium heat exchanger can be damaged, and that damage is not covered by the warranty. AFI tip: in Quebec, winterize the heat pump no later than when you close the pool.
| 1. Stop and switch off | Stop the pool's water circulation, then switch off the heat pump's breaker. |
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| 2. Open the fittings | Unscrew the unit's water inlet and outlet fittings. |
| 3. Dry the heat exchanger | Vacuum the water out through the bottom line with a shop vacuum, or blow it out through the top line. |
| 4. Antifreeze (optional) | Using a funnel, pour antifreeze into the top line until it comes out of the bottom one. Plug the bottom line with an expansion plug, finish filling from the top, then plug the top line. AFI tip: use antifreeze designed for pools, never automotive antifreeze. |
| 5. Cover | Put a cover over the unit, leaving room for a little air to circulate. |
| Coil maintenance | Clean it with clean water or a household detergent, never with gasoline or thinner. |
Frequently asked questions
Manual and video
The manufacturer's presentation of the Moov Inverter range, in French. The video predates the addition of Wi-Fi.
Installation and operating manual (PDF, English and French)This manual (2024 edition) covers several models in the range: the data for this model is in the MI(C)650X column. Its French version contains translation errors. For example, it says the product “perd sa garantie suite à la première installation” (loses its warranty following the first installation), when it should be understood that the warranty applies only to the first installation. In the French table, the “Puissance thermique” (thermal output) row actually gives the electrical power input (0.56 to 3.0 kW for this model). In the Wi-Fi section, the app is presented under the name Fairland; Moov now offers the Moov Pool app. If in doubt, rely on the English version or call us.
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