Vitocal 150-A air/water heat pump

Vitocal 161-A

DHW heat pump

The Viessmann Electric Integrated Heat Pump hot water system delivers a comprehensive solution for all your residential hot water needs.

Heating Capacity - 2.78kW (plus 1.8kW Back-Up Element)

Cylinder capacity: 200L & 270L

Quick heat-up function

Easy commissioning

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Efficient

Innovative touch screen color control system

Connected

Dedicated end user mobile app

Versatile

Multiple operating modes

Integrated Timer

WIFI timer function to optimise running costs

Climate-friendly

R290 refrigerant with an extremely low global warming potential

Choice

Available in 200L and 270L sizes to suit your hot water needs

Adaptable

Can be installed anywhere in Australia with ambient air conditions ranging from -7º to 43ºC

Warranty

5-year cylinder warranty and 3 years compressor warranty

Reliable

Inbuilt electric element for a reliable supply of hot water

Quiet

Quiet operation due to design

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Independently of any other heating equipment, the Vitocal 161-A DHW heat pump heats domestic hot water, inexpensively and efficiently, by utilising heat from the room.

Compact Vitocal 161-A heat pump for efficient DHW heating

The compact Vitocal 161‑A heat pump is equipped with all components required for efficient DHW heating. The space efficient casing houses the heat pump module, as well as a 200L/270L DHW cylinder, plus the control unit.

The Vitocal 161‑A utilises indoor air to heat DHW economically. It is as suitable for detached houses as for smaller commercial enterprises.

German brand

As a large-volume German manufacture with many years of experience in residential hot water solutions, we know what’s important to our customers. With our entire product range of products, you can rely on Viessmann product quality. That’s why Viessmann residential electric domestic hot water heat pumps are not only renowned for innovative performance, but also for reliability and longevity too. Thanks to modern construction methods, these products are extremely compact and also been designed to install easily.

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Government grants

Federal Small-Scale Technology Certificates (STC’s)

These grants are called Small-scale Technology Certificates (STC’s) and are offered based on how sustainable a hot water system is. Your STC rebate value will depend on your installation location, see the map above for your geographic Zone locations.

State Grants

Victoria

For Victorian consumers there are additional rebates available for replacing inefficient hot water systems with Heat Pumps. Victorian Energy Efficiency Certificates (VEECs) are offered for eligible installations on top of the Federal STC grants.

Comparison of sub-models

Model	Vitocal 161-A (200L)	Vitocal 161-A (270L)
Sizing Guide	Up to 4 people	Up to 6 people
Diameter (mm)	690	690
Height (mm)	1600	1830
Empty Weight (kg)	118	136
Ingress Protection	IPX4	IPX4
Storage Volume	200 L	270 L
Noise Level	46 dB(A)	46 dB(A)
Ambient Operating Temperatures	-7 °C to 43 °C	-7 °C to 43 °C
Hot and Cold Water Connections	¾” RP	¾” RP
PTR Valve Connection	¾” RP	¾” RP
PTR Setting	850 kPa / 46 kW	850 kPa / 46 kW
Max Water Supply Pressure Without ECV	800 kPa	800 kPa
Electrical Element	1.8 kW	1.8 kW
Power Input	0.685 kW	0.685 kW
Heating Capacity	2.78 kW	2.78 kW
COP (A 20/15, W 15-55)	4.15	4.15
Power Supply	220V - 240V AC / 50Hz	220V - 240V AC / 50Hz
Max Current	10 Amps (15 Amp plug fitted)	10 Amps (15 Amp plug fitted)
Refrigerant Type / Mass	R290 / 380g	R290 / 380g

Downloads

Vitocal 161-A Heat Pump Flyer

PDF 1 MB

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In our central, clearly laid out ViBooks database, you can quickly and easily find the operating, installation and service instructions you need, as well as technical guides, price sheets, printed marketing matter and many other documents for your Viessmann appliances.

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