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Model No: 551E280 Wi-Fi
AmbiPower 280e Wi-Fi Heat Pump
AmbiPower® 280e Heat Pump range of Wi-Fi controlled systems using the proprietary EcoNet® technology delivers a new level of efficiency, convenience and comfort in the palm of your hand.
THE ECONET® APP - POWERFUL FEATURES
• Monitor hot water energy use.
• Set fixed preferred heating schedules.
• Access to different modes such as Holiday/Vacation, Solar.
• Check hot water availability at a glance.
• Receive alerts & notifications in the
• App to stay informed among other things (Click for more details)
Available in Wi-Fi Hardwired 2.4kW back-up element and Plug & Lead 1.5kW 10A model in Standard and Blue Anode options.
Features
Capacity
No. of People
Warranty
- Wi-Fi 1.5kW Plug & Lead 10A Model 551E280R3PT & 551E280R3PT/BL available
- Wi-Fi 2.4kW Hardwired Model 551E280NT & 551E280NT/BL available
- Advanced wrap around microchannel heating technology for uniform and faster water heating
- Suitable for cold climates with an operating range from -6°C to +43°C
- Suitable for harsh water conditions
- Can save up to 73.9% on your water heating energy consumption compared to an electric water heater in Zone 3#
- User-friendly touch screen LED display
- Eligible for STCs (may be eligible for additional incentives in some states)
- Uses R290 Ultra Low refrigerant - GWP of 0.02
#Energy savings of up to 73.9% in Zone 3 based on TRNSYS modelling on hot water energy consumption when replacing an electric water heater (min 16 hours/day). Any savings will vary depending upon your location, type of water heater being replaced, hot water consumption and fuel tariff.
^Based on 7 min showers at 42°C mixed water temperature in moderate climate, time of use tariff.
Warranty
*Warranty details:
- 10 years cylinder warranty
- 3 years cylinder labour
- 3 years sealed systems supply including labour
- 1 year parts supply and labour on all other parts
*The warranty periods above apply to installations in a single-family domestic dwelling only. For further details, please refer to the Owner’s Guide available in the Downloads tab on this page.
Without limiting the periods shown in the table in Clause 3.1, a 5-year whole-of-product warranty applies (inclusive of labour incurred in respect of a valid claim under this warranty or the Australian Consumer Law in relation to a heat pump water heater) where:
a) A hot water rebate has been received under Solar Victoria’s Solar Homes Program for a heat pump water heater installed from 1 July 2023, and / or
b) Victorian Energy Efficiency Certificates (VEECs) have been created for a heat pump water heater installed from 1 February 2025, or
c) Energy Savings Certificates (ESCs) have been created for a heat pump water heater installed from 1 December 2025.
For further details, call 131 031. Proof of receipt of the rebate and / or proof of VEECs or ESCs being created, i.e. installation quote showing number of VEECs or ESCs and dollar value, plus proof of purchase (as applicable) must be produced at the time of the service call.
+Rheem warranty may not apply if the water heater is connected to a water supply which: has a Chloride content >250mg/L; a pH <6.0 or >9.5; has a Total Dissolved Solids content >600mg/L; is scaling with a Saturation Index >+0.8, or; is corrosive with a Saturation Index <-1.0.
Specifications
Owners and installation guides
Capacity
No. of People
Warranty
- Wi-Fi 1.5kW Plug & Lead 10A Model 551E280R3PT & 551E280R3PT/BL available
- Wi-Fi 2.4kW Hardwired Model 551E280NT & 551E280NT/BL available
- Advanced wrap around microchannel heating technology for uniform and faster water heating
- Suitable for cold climates with an operating range from -6°C to +43°C
- Suitable for harsh water conditions
- Can save up to 73.9% on your water heating energy consumption compared to an electric water heater in Zone 3#
- User-friendly touch screen LED display
- Eligible for STCs (may be eligible for additional incentives in some states)
- Uses R290 Ultra Low refrigerant - GWP of 0.02
#Energy savings of up to 73.9% in Zone 3 based on TRNSYS modelling on hot water energy consumption when replacing an electric water heater (min 16 hours/day). Any savings will vary depending upon your location, type of water heater being replaced, hot water consumption and fuel tariff.
^Based on 7 min showers at 42°C mixed water temperature in moderate climate, time of use tariff.
*Warranty details:
- 10 years cylinder warranty
- 3 years cylinder labour
- 3 years sealed systems supply including labour
- 1 year parts supply and labour on all other parts
*The warranty periods above apply to installations in a single-family domestic dwelling only. For further details, please refer to the Owner’s Guide available in the Downloads tab on this page.
Without limiting the periods shown in the table in Clause 3.1, a 5-year whole-of-product warranty applies (inclusive of labour incurred in respect of a valid claim under this warranty or the Australian Consumer Law in relation to a heat pump water heater) where:
a) A hot water rebate has been received under Solar Victoria’s Solar Homes Program for a heat pump water heater installed from 1 July 2023, and / or
b) Victorian Energy Efficiency Certificates (VEECs) have been created for a heat pump water heater installed from 1 February 2025, or
c) Energy Savings Certificates (ESCs) have been created for a heat pump water heater installed from 1 December 2025.
For further details, call 131 031. Proof of receipt of the rebate and / or proof of VEECs or ESCs being created, i.e. installation quote showing number of VEECs or ESCs and dollar value, plus proof of purchase (as applicable) must be produced at the time of the service call.
+Rheem warranty may not apply if the water heater is connected to a water supply which: has a Chloride content >250mg/L; a pH <6.0 or >9.5; has a Total Dissolved Solids content >600mg/L; is scaling with a Saturation Index >+0.8, or; is corrosive with a Saturation Index <-1.0.
