Jandy PureLink Manual
Jandy PureLink Manual
Jandy PureLink Manual
WARNING
H0291300-
FOR YOUR SAFETY - This product must be installed and serviced by a professional pool/spa service technician. The procedures in this manual must be followed exactly. Failure to follow warning notices and instructions may result in property damage, serious injury, or death.
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Table of Contents
Section 1. Important Safety Instructions ............4 Section 2. System Description ...........................7 2.1 Product Description ................................. 7 2.2 Electrical Specications .......................... 8 Section 3. Installation Instructions Model PureLink AP700 and AP1400 ...........11 3.1 Materials and Tools ................................. 11 3.2 Plumbing Congurations......................... 12 3.2.1 Recommended Cell and Sensor Orientation .................................. 12 3.2.2 Recommended Plumbing Conguration .............................. 13 3.3 Installing AquaLink RS PureLink Power Center ........................................... 14 3.4 Earth Bonding (Grounding) .................... 15 3.5 Installing the PureLink Cell and Flow/ Temp/Salinity Sensor .............................. 16 3.6 Connection to the AquaLink RS PureLink Control System ........................ 18 Section 4. Pool Water Preparation .....................19 4.1 Determining Pool Size (m3 of Water in Your Pool) ............................................... 19 4.2 Determining Pool Size (Gallons of Water in Your Pool) ................................. 19 4.3 Selecting Model Size ............................... 20 4.4 Chemistry You Need to Know................. 20 4.5 Optimum Pool Water Conditions .......... 21 4.6 Chlorine Testing .................................... 21 4.7 Salt (NaCl sodium chloride) .................. 21 4.7.1 When to Add Salt? ...................... 21 4.7.2 What Type of Salt to Use? .......... 21 4.7.3 How Much Salt to Use? ............ 22 4.7.4 How to Add Salt to the Pool? ..... 22 Section 5. Operating Instructions .......................25 5.1 Using the Front Panel Controls ............... 25 5.2 Reading the Display ................................ 27 5.3 Operation ............................................... 28 5.4 Startup ..................................................... 29 5.4.1 Shocking ..................................... 29 5.4.2 Apply Power ............................... 29 5.5 Operating in Winter ............................... 29 5.6 Recommendations ................................... 30 Section 6. User Maintenance Instructions .........31 6.1 Daily ........................................................ 31 6.2 Weekly ..................................................... 31 6.3 Monthly ................................................... 31 6.4 Electrolytic Cell Cleaning - As Needed .. 31 6.5 Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor Cleaning ..... 32 6.6 Winterizing .............................................. 33 Section 7. Troubleshooting ................................34 7.1 Problems and Corrective Action ............. 34 7.2 Service Codes .......................................... 37 7.3 Additional Letter Codes .......................... 37 Section 8. Temperature Conversion ...................38 Section 9. AP700 and AP1400 Exploded Views and Replacement Kits .......................39 9.1 AquaLink RS PureLink Power Center Replacement Parts ................................... 39 9.2 3-Port Electrolytic Cell and Sensor Replacement Parts with Universal Unions (2-2) ...................................... 41 9.3 Electrolytic 2 Cell and Sensor Replacement Parts (PVC Black Unions).............. 42 Warranty ...........................................................44
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Section 1.
All electrical work must be performed by a licensed electrician and conform to all national, state, and local codes. When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
DANGER
To reduce the risk of injury, do not remove the suction ttings of your spa or hot tub. Never operate a spa or hot tub if the suction ttings are broken or missing. Never replace a suction tting with one rated less than the ow rate marked on the equipment assembly.
WARNING
When mixing acid with water, ALWAYS ADD ACID TO WATER. NEVER ADD WATER TO ACID.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, re or injury, service should only be attempted by a qualied Pool Service Professional.
WARNING
Do not operate electrolytic cell without proper ow or water circulation. A buildup of ammable gases would result in hazardous conditions.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH. Installation must be done in accordance with the National Electric Code (NEC, NFPA-70) and/or any other applicable local and national installation codes. A green colored terminal (or a wire connector marked G, GR, Ground or Grounding) is provided within the terminal compartment. To reduce risk of electric shock, connect this terminal or connector to the grounding terminal of your electric service or supply panel with a conductor equivalent in size to the circuit conductors supplying this equipment. Power supply must be interconnected with Pool Pump motor power source. This insures the chlorinator and pool pump will turn on and off together. Use of chemicals other than those recommended may be hazardous. Follow the Chemical Manufacturers Instructions. It is recommended that the water Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor is installed in the same piping as the electrolytic cell, without any valves or diverters between them. (See Figure 1). The Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor must be mounted as shown in Figure 3.
WARNING
To Reduce the Risk of Injury a) The water in a spa should never exceed 104F (40C). Water temperatures between 100F (38C) and 104F (40C) are considered safe for a healthy adult. Lower water temperatures are recommended for young children and when spa use exceeds 10 minutes. b) Since excessive water temperatures have a high potential for causing fetal damage during the early months of pregnancy, pregnant or possibly pregnant women should limit spa water temperatures to 100F (38C). c) Before entering a spa or hot tub, the user should measure the water temperature with an accurate thermometer since the tolerance of water temperature-regulating devices varies. d) The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication before or during spa or hot tub use may lead to unconsciousness with the possibility of drowning. e) Obese persons and persons with a history of heart disease, low or high blood pressure, circulatory system problems, or diabetes should consult a physician before using a spa. f) Persons using medication should consult a physician before using a spa or hot tub since some medication may induce drowsiness while other medication may affect heart rate, blood pressure, and circulation.
Page 5 WARNING
Prolonged immersion in hot water may induce hyperthermia. Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above the normal body temperature of 98.6 F. The symptoms of hyperthermia include dizziness, fainting, drowsiness, lethargy, and an increase in the internal temperature of the body. The effects of hyperthermia include: 1) unawareness of impending danger; 2) failure to perceive heat; 3) failure to recognize the need to exit spa; 4) physical inability to exit spa; 5) fetal damage in pregnant women; 6) unconsciousness resulting in a danger of drowning.
WARNING
Risk of electric shock - Install the power center at least ve (5) feet (152.4cm) from the inside wall of the pool and/or hot tub using non-metallic plumbing. Canadian installations must be at least three (3) meters from the water. Children should not use spas or hot tubs without adult supervision. Do not use spas or hot tubs unless all suction guards are installed to prevent body and hair entrapment. People using medications and/or having an adverse medical history should consult a physician before using a spa or hot tub.
AVERTISSEMENT
Danger d'electrocution - Les installations Canadiennes doivent se trouver au moins trois (3) mtres de leau. Ne pas laisser les enfants utiliser une cuve de relaxation sans surveillance. Pour viter que les cheveux ou une partie du corps puissent tre aspirs, ne pas utiliser une cuve de relaxation si les grilles de prise d'aspiration ne sont pas toutes en place. Les personnes qui prennent des mdicaments ou ont des problmes de sant devraient consulter un mdecin avant dutiliser une cuve de relaxation.
WARNING
People with infectious diseases should not use a spa or hot tub. To avoid injury, exercise care when entering or exiting the spa or hot tub. Do not use drugs or alcohol before or during the use of a spa or hot tub to avoid unconsciousness and possible drowning. Pregnant or possibly pregnant women should consult a physician before using a spa or hot tub. Water temperature in excess of 100F/38C may be injurious to your health. Before entering a spa or hot tub measure the water temperature with an accurate thermometer. Do not use a spa or hot tub immediately following strenuous exercise. Prolonged immersion in a spa or hot tub may be injurious to your health. Do not permit any electric appliance (such as a light, telephone, radio, or television) within 5 feet (1.5 m) of a spa or hot tub. The use of alcohol, drugs or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia in hot tubs and spas. Water temperature in excess of 100F/38C may be hazardous to your health.
AVERTISSEMENT
Les personnes atteintes de maladies infectieuses ne devraient pas utiliser une cuve de relaxation. Pour viter des blessures, user de prudence en entrant dans une cuve de relaxation et en sortant. Pour viter lvanouissement et la noyade ventuelle, ne prendre ni drougue ni alcool avant dutiliser une cuve de relaxation ni quand on sy trouve. Les femmes enceintes, que leur grossesse soit conrme ou non, devraient consulter un mdecin avant dutiliser une cuve de relaxation. Il peut tre dangereux pour la sant de se plonger dans de leau plus de 38C/100F. Avant dutiliser une cuve de relaxation mesurer la tmperature de leau laide dun thermomtre prcis. Ne pas utiliser une cuve de relaxation immdiatement aprs un exercice fatigant. Lutilisation prolonge dune cuve de relaxation peut tre dangereuse pur la sant. Ne pas placer d'appareil lectrique (luminaire, tlphone, radio, tlviseur, etc) moins de 1.5m de cette cuve de relaxation. La consommation dalcool ou de drogue augmente considrablement les risques dhyperthermie mortelle dans une cuve de relaxation. Il peut etr dangereux pour la sant de se plonger dans de leau plus de 38C/100F.
Page 6 WARNING
To avoid injury ensure that you use this control system to control only packaged pool/spa heaters which have builtin operating and high limit controls to limit water temperature for pool/spa applications. This device should not be relied upon as a safety limit control.
CAUTION
A terminal bar marked "GROUND" is provided within the power center. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, connect this terminal bar to the grounding terminal of your electric service or supply panel with a continuous copper conductor having green insulation and one that is equivalent in size to the circuit conductors supplying this equipment, but no smaller than no. 12 AWG (3.3mm). In addition, a second wire connector should be bonded with a no. 8 AWG (4.115mm) copper wire to any metal ladders, water pipes, or other metal within ve (5) feet (1.52m) of the tub. Attention installer: Install to provide drainage of compartment for electrical components.
CAUTION
Some types of decking materials may be degraded by contact with salt or salt water. Please consult your local pool builder to determine the best choice of material.
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Pool Intake
Spa Intake
Spa Return
Figure 1.
2.1 Product Description The PureLink System is an all-in-one, Chlorine Generator and Control System Power Center and Cell Kit for use with AquaLink RS PDA, All Button, or OneTouch controllers.
ATTENTION INSTALLER: Various application notes (including more detailed instructions) are available from the Dealer covering installation, operation, maintenance, and plumbing of the chlorinator system.
The PureLink Power Center and Cell Kit uses a process known as electrolysis to produce sodium hypochlorite (liquid chlorine) from a low concentration of salt added to the pool water. Hypochlorite kills bacteria, oxidizes organic material, and kills algae then reverts back to salt. The PureLink then reuses the salt and the process starts over again. The PureLink system is comprised of the following three component parts.
Power Center
The AquaLink RS PureLink Power Center converts AC electrical current to a low voltage DC current which is required by the cell to perform the electrolysis. The power center is connected with the pool circulation pump electrical source so that the electrolytic cell only operates when the pool pump is on. The ow portion of the Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor is a backup device only.
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Electrolytic Cell
The PureLink electrolytic cell contains bipolar electrodes which perform the electrolysis and produce chlorine when energized with DC current. Chlorine is generated as pool water containing salt passes through the cell. The chlorine production can be varied by either adjusting the Chlorine Production Level on the power center or by varying the number of hours the PureLink is on each day. The PureLink automatically cleans the Cell electrodes once every 3 hours by reversing polarity. This does not interrupt the production of Chlorine. The Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor only allows the Cell to operate if there is adequate water ow through the Cell. The salinity portion of the Flow/Temp/ Salinity Sensor detects the level of salt in the pool water. This salt level is displayed in grams per liter (gpl) on the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) whenever the salinity button is pressed. This eliminates the need for manual pool water salinity testing. Pool Temperature is now available on all models by pressing the Temperature button.
Flow/Temperature/Salinity/Sensor
Model AP700 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1.5 AMPS 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.75 AMPS 22-30 VDC @ 3 AMPS maximum 0.625 lb. / 24 Hr. (283 gm / 24 Hr.) ORP/External Control Connector AquaLink RS485 Connector
Chlorine: 1.25 lb. / 24 Hr. (567 gm / 24 Hr.) External Control: ORP/External Control Connector AquaLink RS485 Connector
CAUTION Factory wired for 240 VAC service. If available electrical service is 120 VAC, the power supply wiring must be changed to operate on 120 VAC as shown in Figure 2b. The PureLink is powered from the LOAD SIDE of the pool circulation pump relay; therefore, if the available electrical service is 120 VAC, then the pump must also be wired for 120 VAC.
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GRN
BLK RED
YEL
4 3 2 1
Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor
Low voltage raceway (do not run high voltage in this compartment)
Blk/Yel
Blk/Wht
Blk/Red Blk
24 VAC SECONDARY
PRIMARY
Secondary
Grn
J1
Aux. 3 Relay
J4
J3
Load 1
Load 2
Line 1
Line 2
To PureLink Cell
Breakers
Neutral
Figure 2a.
Front PCB Shown removed from the Power Center. Front PCB Located in front of Back PCB and behind AquaLink RS PCB
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GRN
BLK RED
YEL
4 3 2 1
Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor
Low voltage raceway (do not run high voltage in this compartment)
Blk/Yel
VAC Primary
24 VAC SECONDARY
Black/White
PRIMARY
Secondary
Green
Front PCB Shown removed from the Power Center. Front PCB Located in front of Back PCB and behind AquaLink RS PCB
J1
Aux. 3 Relay
J4
J3
Load 1
Load 2
Line 1
Line 2
To PureLink Cell
Breakers
Neutral
Figure 2b.
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WARNING When using electrical products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK WHICH CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Before attempting installation or service, ensure that all power to the device is disconnected/turned off at the circuit breaker. Grounding is required. The unit should be installed by a qualied service representative and should be properly grounded. (See Section 3.4, Earth Bonding). Install to permit access for servicing. Read Section 1, Safety Information. Before attempting any electrical wiring, be sure to read and follow Safety Instructions. Wiring should only be attempted by a qualied professional.
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3.2 Plumbing Congurations 3.2.1 Recommended Cell and Sensor Orientation Shown below are three different cell and sensor orientations. The third port on the cell is designed for installation of the sensor and for quick viewing of the cell plates. The Minimum Flow Rate is 30 GPM (114 LPM).
Flow Sensor
A
Flow Sensor
Sensor
Flow
B
Figure 3.
C
Chlorine Generator Cell and Sensor Orientation with Flow Direction
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3.2.2
The preferred installation is that the Cell and Sensor are plumbed in the common line after (downstream) the heater. The Sensor is designed to be plumbed into the 3-Port Cell. Figure 4 illustrates the recommended plumbing conguration, which results in the most reliable operation.
Note
The PureLink is powered from the LOAD SIDE of the pool circulation pump relay. This ensures that the Cell only operates when the pool pump is ON. The Flow Sensor serves as a protection device to ensure there is sufcient ow for the cell to operate.
JANDY
Pool Return
Spa Return
Figure 4.
Heater
Cell
Pool Return
Sensor
Figure 5.
Note
The AquaPure is powered from the LOAD SIDE of the pool circulation pump relay or the time clock. This ensures that the Cell only operates when the pool pump is ON. The Flow Sensor serves as a protection device to ensure there is sufcient ow for the Cell to operate.
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3.3
NOTE The Power Center should be located at or near the equipment pad.
CAUTION The Power Center is not to be considered as suitable for use as Service Equipment. Therefore, it is required to have the appropriate means of disconnection, circuit isolation, and/or branch circuit protection installed upstream of the Power Center.
1.
Locate the Power Center at least ve (5) feet or more away from pool/spa and ve (5) feet off the ground. All national, state, and local codes are applicable.
NOTE For Canadian installations, the Power Center must be at least three (3) meters (9.8 feet) away from the pool/ spa and 1.5 meters (5 feet) above the ground.
2.
The power center comes with two full length, heavy duty mounting brackets fastened to the back of the Power Center during shipping. Remove the four (4) screws that are holding the two (2) brackets and the cardboard shipping cover in place (see Figure 6). Remove and discard the cardboard.
Remove the four (4) screws that secure the brackets to the Power Center during shipping
Figure 6.
3.
Using the top mounting bracket as a guide, mark three (3) holes on the mounting surface where the power center will ultimately reside (see Figure 7). Drill the holes in the mounting surface.
NOTE The three mounting holes are four inches (4") apart center to center. NOTE Use heavy-weight screws. The Power Center with all available components installed weighs approximately 50 pounds.
4"
Mounting Bracket
Figure 7.
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4.
Reinstall the mounting brackets to the top and bottom of the back of the Power Center using the four (4) screws that were removed in Step 2. Ensure that the brackets are rotated from the original shipping position (see Figure 8).
Figure 8.
5.
Hang the Power Center on the surface using the three (3) holes drilled in Step 3. With the Power Center in place, mark three holes for the bottom bracket mounting.
NOTE As with the top brackets, the bottom bracket requires three (3) mounting holes. The three mounting holes are four inches (4") apart center to center.
6. 7. 8.
Drill the holes and install the screws. Level the Power Center and tighten all screws, ensuring that the Power Center is securely fastened to the mounting surface. Check source voltage. (All units are factory wired for 240 VAC). In order to use on 120 VAC, the internal factory wiring of the power center must be changed. (See wiring diagram page 10 Figure 2b).
3.4 Earth Bonding (Grounding) A solid, copper # 8 awg (8.4 mm2) wire is recommended for connecting the power center to a Permanent Earth Ground connection that is acceptable to the local inspection authority. Refer to your local codes for the acceptable grounding wire gauge. Attach the bonding point located on bottom of the power center to a Common Earth Bonding Point. Do not use the PureLink Power Center as the Common Bonding Point. Each piece of non-PureLink related pool equipment requiring a ground should be bonded to the Common, Approved Earth Bonding Point.
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1.
2.
It is recommended that the Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor and Electrolytic Cell be installed in the pool return line after the lter and heater. The Cell can be installed in either a horizontal or a vertical position. See Figure 3. Position the Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor and Cell in the recommended position (see page 12 Figure 3, page 13 Figures 4 and 5, page 7 Figure 1). Locate a suitable section of pipe, approximately 17 inches (432 mm) long or follow the recommended plumbing diagrams beginning on page 13, Figures 4 and 5. The Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor cable and Cell DC cord must be able to reach from the power center to this section. Cut out a 137/8 (352 mm) section of the 2 (50 mm) pipe to insert the Cell. See Figure 11. Install the Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor into the 3-Port Cell. Install the strain relief provided with the PureLink Cell Kit into the low voltage knock out. Feed the connector end of the Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor cable through the DC cord strain relief tting. Be certain the connector is clean and dry, then plug the cable into the connector on the power center Printed Circuit Board as shown in Figures 2a and 2b. (Do not pull Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor cable too tight, allow a little slack). Plug the DC cord into the Cell stud terminals protruding from the Cell top. The DC cord can be plugged into the cell in either direction.
CAUTION
3. 4.
5. 6. 7.
8.
To avoid risk of damage to the equipment and possible injury, it is important to make sure the DC cable connector is fully seated on the cell stud terminals.
9.
Connect the DC cord to the Power center. Feed the DC cord through the same strain relief tting as the Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor. Plug the DC cord into the two spade connectors of the wiring harness located in the low voltage raceway of the PureLink Power Center, see Figure 2a and 2b. This wiring harness establishes the connection between the Cell and the Printed Circuit Board mounted on the back plate.
10. Tighten strain relief tting screws for the Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor and the DC cord. Do not pull Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor cable or DC Cord too tight. Allow a little slack cable inside of Power Center enclosure.
Page 17 WARNING Do not operate the electrolytic cell without water circulation. A buildup of ammable gases will result in FIRE or EXPLOSION.
Sometimes Not Covered Universal Union
Salinity Studs
Cell or
Temperature Sensors Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor Face must be clean at all times for proper operation
Connector
Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor
Figure 9.
Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor
DC Cord Plug is Connected to Terminal Studs* O-Ring Seal 2 x 2 Union
or
2 x 2 Tailpiece with Coupling Nut Sensor Plug O-ring and Union Nut
* Ensure the DC Plug is properly and securely connected to the terminal studs of the cell.
Figure 10.
Cell Installation
Universal Unions and Nuts 2 pvc 2 pvc
For a 2" pipe, the cutout is 13!" with the full unions. Sensor Port Plug and Nut For a 50 mm pipe, the cutout is 352 mm with the full unions. NOTE Total length of the electrolytic cell with the full unions is 16"".
Figure 11.
Pipe Cutout
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11. Prior to reattaching front cover, check the wiring. Be sure the Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor is plugged in. The DC cord should be plugged in. Also, check the AC wiring. 12. Plug the ribbon cable attached to the front cover PC board into Printed Circuit Board mounted on the backplate (see Figure 2a and 2b). 3.6 Connection to the AquaLink RS PureLink Control System
CAUTION Do not overtighten the strain relief tting. Overtightening can cause damage to the Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor cable or DC cord.
The Jandy AquaLink RS PureLink is a multi-function pool controller and can fully control the function of the AquaPure chlorine generator. The AquaPure will display JA when a button is pressed at the AquaPure while the Jandy AquaLink RS PureLink is in control. Adjustment of the AquaPure chlorine production rate or Boost mode can be controlled from the main menu of the AquaLink RS Controller (All Button, OneTouch, or PDA) or PureLink Front AquaPure PCB. Boost mode may be activated from the AquaPure while the AquaLink RS is online. Refer to the AquaLink RS Operation Manual (or AquaLink RS PDA Operation Manual) for more information. The AquaPure temperature, salinity, service codes, and LED indicators operate as normal.
NOTE The AquaPure Chlorine Generator will communicate with AquaLink RS using rmware versions JJ or later.
Referring to Figures 2a or 2b, wire the PureLink Power Center transformer to the load side of the lter pump relay.
NOTE The screw terminals are removable to aid in installation. IMPORTANT Attach the AquaPure wires to the like-numbered screw terminals on both the AquaPure and AquaLink RS as shown in Figure 12.
4 3 2 1
Test Switches Test Points A to K
R H S
F ront PCB
R everse S ide
AquaPure
or
Figure 12.
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4.1 Determining Pool Size (m3 of Water in Your Pool) Rectangular Pools Average length (meters) x average width (meters) x average depth (meters) = m3 capacity. Circular Pools Diameter (meters) x diameter (meters) x average depth (meters) x 0.79 = m3 capacity. Oval Pools Long diameter (meters) x short diameter (meters) x average depth (meters) x 0.79 = m3 capacity. Sloping Sides Multiply total m3 by 0.85 = m3 capacity. 4.2 Determining Pool Size (Gallons of Water in Your Pool) Rectangular Pools Average length (feet) x average width (feet) x average depth (feet) x 7.5 = gallon capacity. Circular Pools Diameter (feet) x diameter (feet) x average depth (feet) x 5.9 = gallon capacity. Oval Pools Long diameter (feet) x short diameter (feet) x average depth (feet) x 5.9 = gallon capacity. Sloping Sides Multiply total gallons by 0.85 = gallon capacity.
Page 20 CAUTION Never use dry acid to adjust pH in arid geographic areas with excessive evaporation and minimal dilution of pool water with fresh water. A buildup of by-products can damage the electrolytic cell.
Model PureLink1400 Chlorine Production 567 gm (1.25 lbs) per 24 Hour period. Residential Pools One (1) unit per 151 m3 (up to 40,000 gal) pool (See General Rule of Sizing notes below.). Commercial Pools Check With Manufacturer. See Commercial Sizing Guide.
General Rule of Sizing: In areas with year-round use and high water temperatures, such as Florida, Texas, Arizona, Las Vegas and Southern California, the following must be considered: Year Round Use: Up-sizing the AquaPure or adding more than one AquaPure unit may be recommended for pools that are close to the maximum size and used year round. Please consult your pool professional. High Water Temperatures: Because chlorine demand increases with the rise of water temperature, adjustments must be made in order to keep up with chlorine demand. In hot summer months, where the water temperature rises above 85F, you must increase the pump run time, increase the AquaPure output %, increase the Stabilizer (cyanuric acid) to 75-85 PPM, and super chlorinate with other chlorine agents other than the AquaPure, to reach break-point chlorination.
4.4 Chemistry You Need to Know 1. Chlorine Stabilizer (cyanuric acid) is needed to maintain proper levels of chlorine. Most unstable chlorine is destroyed by the UV radiation from the sun within 2 hours. Chlorine stabilizer should be maintained between 50 - 75 PPM. With high water temperatures above 85F, stabilizer (cyanuric acid) must be kept at levels from 75 - 85 PPM. 2. Nitrates can cause extremely high chlorine demands and will deplete chlorine from your swimming pool. In some cases Nitrates may even lower your chlorine levels to zero. Your local pool professional can test for Nitrates. Make sure Nitrates are not present in your pool. Metals (some metals) can cause loss of chlorine. Also, metals can stain your pool. Have your local pool professional check for metals and recommend methods of removal. Chloramines should not be present in pool water. When organic materials combine with Free Chlorine, Chloramines are formed. This ties up the Free Chlorine in your pool and does not allow the chlorine in your pool to disinfect. Chloramines also cloud pool water and burn the eyes. (Super Chlorinate (shock) to remove Chloramines at the initial startup of the pool). Super Chlorination (Shocking) burns out the organic material that has combined with chlorine. This frees the chlorine for sanitizing. This is accomplished by raising the chlorine level quickly and dramatically. When the chlorine level is raised to 5 - 15 PPM the pool water is said to have been Super Chlorinated (shocked). As pool water is continuously passed through the AquaPure Electrolytic Cell, all pool water inside the cell is being Super Chlorinated. When the AquaPure is used on pools the pool water sparkles and does not burn the eyes because of the absence of Chloramines.
3. 4.
5.
NOTE On initial startup of a pool, it is best to Super Chlorinate from an outside source, i.e., use a shock treatment available at your local pool supplier.
6.
pH produced by the AquaPure is close to Neutral pH. However, other factors usually cause the pH of the pool water to rise. Therefore, the pH in a pool chlorinated by the AquaPure tends to stabilize at approximately 7.8. This is within APSP standards. If the pool pH rises above 7.8 have a pool professional test to see if other factors such as high Calcium Hardness or Total Alkalinity are the cause and then balance accordingly.
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7.
Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) Adding salt to pool water will raise the TDS level. While this does not adversely affect the pool water chemistry or clarity, the pool water professional testing for TDS must be made aware salt has been added for the AquaPure system. The individual performing the TDS test will then subtract the salinity level to arrive at the correct TDS level. New Pool Water in a recently lled or newly renished pool may contain undesirable matter. This undesirable matter could interfere with the AquaPures ability to chlorinate properly. Make sure the water is tested by a pool professional and properly balanced before turning on the AquaPure.
8.
4.5 Optimum Pool Water Conditions In accordance with Association of Pool and Spa Professionals (APSP) standards, we recommend the following water balance conditions be maintained on an on-going basis to protect the pool nish and equipment and ensure the pleasing appearance of the water. The AquaPure is warranted to operate properly only if these conditions are met. Free Chlorine Combined Chlorine (Chloramines) pH Chlorine Stabilizer (Cyanuric Acid) Total Alkalinity Calcium Hardness Metals (Copper, Iron, Manganese) Nitrates 4.6 Chlorine Testing It is recommended that chlorine test samples be taken from two places. Compare the samples. A higher level should be found at the pool return line. The higher level at the pool return line indicates the AquaPure is producing chlorine. 1. 2. At the pool return line. 18 inches (457 mm) below the surface and well away from the pool return line. 1.0 - 3.0 PPM. Above 3.0 PPM may cause corrosion of pool metals. None (Super Chlorinate to remove all Chloramines). 7.2 - 7.8 (USE MURIATIC ACID to lower pH and Soda Ash to raise pH). 50 - 75 PPM 80 - 120 PPM 150 - 400 PPM None None
For a new pool or newly resurfaced pool it is recommended to wait 14 days (surface should be completely cured) before adding salt. Follow the pool surface Manufacturers guidelines for your particular pool. For vinyl and berglass pools, salt can be added at start up. 4.7.2 What Type of Salt to Use?
The purer the salt the better the life and performance of the electrolytic cell. Use a salt that is at least 99.8% pure NaCl. The salt is an evaporated, granulated, food quality, non-iodized salt. Consult your salt supplier. Avoid using salt with anti-caking agents (sodium ferrocyanide, also known as YPS or yellow prussiate of soda) that could cause some discoloration of ttings and surface nishes in pool.
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Water conditioning salt pellets are compressed forms of evaporated salt and may be used but will take longer to dissolve. Do Not use calcium chloride as a source of salt. (Use sodium chloride only). Do Not use Rock salt (insoluble impurities mixed with the rock salt can shorten the life of the unit). 4.7.3 How Much Salt to Use?
Use Table 1 to determine how much salt will be needed. Most pools contain some salt depending on the water source and chemicals used for sanitizing. If the AquaPure has not been wired and turned on yet, a hand held meter calibrated for NaCl (salt) can be used to determine the existing salt concentration of the water. If the AquaPure is wired in (connected), use it to determine the salinity. Set Chlorine Production to 00%. Operating the unit above 00% production without salt will damage Cell. The Salinity button C on the AquaPure can be used to determine salinity in the case of a new pool installation, or a complete water change so long as the Chlorine Production is set to 00%. See Section 5.4.2, step 2. 3.0 to 3.5 gpl of salt is recommended for optimum water conditions. Low salt concentration below 2.0 gpl will cause premature cell failure. High salt concentration above 4.0 gpl may damage the power center. High salt concentration above 6.0 gpl may cause corrosion damage to pool xtures.
NOTE Should too much salt be inadvertently added to the pool see Section 7, Troubleshooting. NOTE To convert gpl (grams per liter) of a salt solution to PPM (Parts Per Million) of a salt solution multiply by 1000, i.e., 3.0 gpl salt X 1000 = 3000 PPM salt.
4.7.4 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Turn on pump to circulate pool water. IMPORTANT - Turn the AquaPure off by pressing the arrow button A and setting CHLORINE PRODUCTION Rate to 00%. Determine amount of salt from the following charts. Broadcast or spread the salt into the outer perimeter of the pool, or into the shallow end of the pool for quick and even distribution. To avoid clogging the lter or damaging power center and pump, do not add salt through the skimmer, main drain, or surge tank. Brush the pool bottom and allow water to circulate for 24 hours to dissolve completely and mix evenly with the pool water. After 24 hours, verify correct salt reading. Turn on the AquaPure and set to desired Production rate (Press arrow button B ). For a new pool or newly resurfaced pool it is recommended to wait 14 days (surface should be completely cured) before adding salt. Follow the pool surface manufacturers guidelines for your particular pool. For vinyl and berglass pools, salt can be added at start up.
NOTE
Table 1.
Approximate Kilograms (Pounds) of Salt Needed to Obtain 3.0 gpl (3,000 PPM) in Pool
Pool Size (US Gallons) 53m3 (14,000) 159 kg (350 lbs) 145 kg (320 lbs) 134 kg (295 lbs) 122 kg (270 lbs) 104 kg (230 lbs) 91 kg (200 lbs) 79 kg (175 lbs) 68 kg (150 kg) 54 kg (120 lbs) 39 kg (85 lbs) 27 kg (60 lbs) 14 kg (30 lbs) 14 kg (30 lbs) 18 kg (40 lbs) 18 kg (40 lbs) 20 kg (45 lbs) 29 kg (65 lbs) 32 kg (70 lbs) 36 kg (80 lbs) 41 kg (90 lbs) 45 kg (100 lbs) 50 kg (110 lbs) 54 kg (120 lbs) 59 kg (130 lbs) 66 kg (145 lbs) 45 kg (100 lbs) 23 kg (50 lbs) 63 kg (140 lbs) 68 kg (150 kg) 77 kg (170 lbs) 86 kg (190 lbs) 93 kg (205 lbs) 77 kg (170 lbs) 86 kg (190 lbs) 95 kg (210 kg) 104 kg (230 lbs) 113 kg (250 lbs) 125 kg (275 lbs) 45 kg (100 lbs) 73 kg (160 lbs) 48 kg (105 lbs) 23 kg (50 lbs) 91 kg (200 lbs) 102 kg (225 lbs) 113 kg (250 lbs) 125 kg (275 lbs) 136 kg (300 lbs) 147 kg (325 lbs) 104 kg (230 lbs) 118 kg (260 lbs) 132 kg (290 lbs) 145 kg (320 lbs) 159 kg (350 lbs) 172 kg (380 lbs) 186 kg (410 lbs) 159 kg (350 lbs) 134 kg (295 lbs) 109 kg (240 lbs) 76 kg (168 lbs) 50 kg (110 lbs) 27 kg (60 lbs) 120 kg (265 lbs) 136 kg (300 lbs) 150 kg (330 lbs) 163 kg (360 lbs) 181 kg (400 lbs) 195 kg (430 lbs) 209 kg (460 lbs) 225 kg (495 lbs) 197 kg (435 lbs) 170 kg (375 lbs) 143 kg (315 lbs) 116 kg (255 lbs) 82 kg (180 lbs) 54 kg (120 lbs) 27 kg (60 lbs) 136 kg (300 lbs) 154 kg (340 lbs) 172 kg (380 lbs) 191 kg (420 lbs) 209 kg (460 lbs) 225 kg (495 lbs) 240 kg (530 lbs) 259 kg (570 lbs) 154 kg (340 lbs) 172 kg (380 lbs) 191 kg (420 lbs) 209 kg (460 lbs) 229 kg (505 lbs) 247 kg (545 lbs) 268 kg (590 lbs) 286 kg (630 lbs) 305 kg (672 lbs) 276 kg (608 lbs) 240 kg (528 lbs) 210 kg (464 lbs) 181 kg (400 lbs) 152 kg (336 lbs) 123 kg (272 lbs) 87 kg (192 lbs) 58 kg (128 lbs) 29 kg (64 lbs) 168 kg (370 lbs) 188 kg (415 lbs) 209 kg (460 lbs) 231 kg (510 lbs) 249 kg (550 lbs) 272 kg (600 lbs) 293 kg (645 lbs) 313 kg (690 lbs) 334 kg (736 lbs) 181 kg (400 lbs) 204 kg (450 lbs) 227 kg (500 lbs) 249 kg (550 lbs) 272 kg (600 lbs) 295 kg (650 lbs) 318 kg (700 lbs) 340 kg (750 lbs) 363 kg (800 lbs) 386 kg (850 lbs) 355 kg (782 lbs) 324 kg (714 lbs) 293 kg (646 lbs) 254 kg (561 lbs) 224 kg (493 lbs) 193 kg (425 lbs) 162 kg (357 lbs) 131 kg (289 lbs) 93 kg (204 lbs) 62 kg (136 lbs) 31 kg (68 lbs) 60m3 (16,000) 68m3 (18,000) 76m3 (20,000) 83m3 (22,000) 91m3 (24,000) 98m3 (26,000) 106m3 (28,000) 113m3 (30,000) 121m3 (32,000) 129m3 (34,000) 136m3 (36,000) 408 kg (900 lbs) 376 kg (828 lbs) 343 kg (756 lbs) 310 kg (684 lbs) 269 kg (594 lbs) 237 kg (522 lbs) 204 kg (450 lbs) 171 kg (378 lbs) 139 kg (306 lbs) 98 kg (216 lbs) 65 kg (144 lbs) 33 kg (72 lbs) 144m3 (38,000) 431 kg (950 lbs) 396 kg (874 lbs) 362 kg (796 lbs) 327 kg (722 lbs) 284 kg (627 lbs) 250 kg (551 lbs) 215 kg (475 lbs) 181 kg (399 lbs) 147 kg (323 lbs) 103 kg (228 lbs) 69 kg (152 lbs) 34 kg (76 lbs) 151m3 (40,000) 454 kg (1000 lbs) 417 kg (920 lbs) 381 kg (840 lbs) 345 kg (760 lbs) 299 kg (660 lbs) 263 kg (580 lbs) 227 kg (500 lbs) 191 kg (420 lbs) 154 kg (340 lbs) 109 kg (240 lbs) 73 kg (160 lbs) 36 kg (80 lbs)
38m3 (10,000)
45m3 (12,000)
0.00 g/l
0.25 g/l
0.50 g/l
95 kg (210 kg)
0.75 g/l
86 kg (190 lbs)
1.00 g/l
75 kg (165 lbs)
91 kg (200 lbs)
1.25 g/l
66 kg (145 lbs)
79 kg (175 lbs)
1.50 g/l
57 kg (125 lbs)
68 kg (150 kg)
1.75 g/l
48 kg (105 lbs)
59 kg (130 lbs)
2.00 g/l
39 kg (85 lbs)
45 kg (100 lbs)
2.25 g/l
27 kg (60 lbs)
32 kg (70 lbs)
2.50 g/l
18 kg (40 lbs)
23 kg (50 lbs)
2.75 g/l
9 kg (20 lbs)
11 kg (25 lbs)
IMPORTANT
Add 0.57 kg (1.25 lbs) of Stabilizer per 22.7 kg (50 lbs) of Salt.
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Table 2.
Approximate Pounds (kg) of Salt Needed to Maintain 3.0 gpl (3,000 PPM)
Salt Addition Required per 1000 gallon pool capacity 25.6 lbs 23.5 lbs 21.4 lbs 19.2 lbs 17.1 lbs 15 lbs (11.6 kg) (10.7 kg) (9.7 kg) (8.7 kg) (7.8 kg) (6.8 kg) Salt Concentration Before Addition 1.5 gpl 1.8 gpl 2.0 gpl 2.3 gpl 2.5 gpl 2.8 gpl Salt Addition Required per 1000 gallon pool capacity 12.8 lbs 10.7 lbs 8.5 lbs 6.4 lbs 4.2 lbs 2.2 lbs (5.8 kg) (4.8 kg) (3.9 kg) (2.9 kg) (1.9 kg) (1 kg)
Salt Concentration. Before Addition 0.0 gpl 0.3 gpl 0.5 gpl 0.8 gpl 1.0 gpl 1.3 gpl
NOTE: Check pool for existing salt level before determining the amount of salt needed. Most pools (especially those which have utilized liquid chlorine for a sanitizer) will contain some salt from the source water or previous sanitizers.
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Boost - 24 Hour 100% Chlorine Production Cycle - Refer to Manual - - - - To Enter Boost Mode Press and Hold "Temperature" Button for 10 Seconds Pool Temperature - Temperature of Pool Water at Flow Sensor CELL ON - Making Chlorine CELL RESTING - Off Portion of Chlorine Production Cycle FLOW - Water Flow Present CELL REVERSING - Automatic Cleaning Cycle in Progress ADD SALT - Salinity Should be 3.0 - 3.5 Grams / Liter SERVICE - Refer to Manual - - - - To Silence Audible Service Alarm Press and Hold "Salinity" Button for 5 Seconds
CELL ON CELL RESTING FLOW CELL REVERSING ADD SALT SERVICE Salinity Pool Temp. - Boost Rate
Power On
Figure 13.
Adjustments to the chlorine production rate can be made from the AquaLink RS control panel or from the AquaPure Front Panel behind the AquaLink RS Power Center PCB.
Salinity Boost
Press the Salinity button C to check the salinity of the water in pool. Boost can be activated from the AquaPure PCB while connected to an AquaLink RS. Press and hold the Temperature button D for 10 seconds to enter the Boost mode (Note bo will ash intermittently). Boost can be used to set chlorine production to maximum (100%) for 24 hours of operation. After 24 hours of chlorinator run time, chlorine production will return to previous setting. To clear the Boost mode, press and hold the Temperature button again for 10 seconds.
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Press the Temperature button D to check the pool water temperature. Temperature measurements can be displayed in either Fahrenheit or Celsius. For more information, see Section 8, Temperature Conversion.
NOTE The Chlorine Production Rate buttons can be used to adjust the output % when the AquaPure is controlled by the AquaLink RS only when the AquaLink RS is placed into Service Mode. (This feature is available with AquaPure front PCB rmware version 11230A05 or later. Your rmware revision number can be found on the back of the front AquaPure PCB.) If arrow button A or arrow button B is pressed, JA in the AquaPure display indicates that the AquaLink RS is controlling the AquaPure and desired output percentages. The Boost button at the AquaPure Control Panel will start Boost cycle when the AquaLink RS is online.
The AquaLink RS Control System must be set to Service Mode before you can change the chlorine production levels from the AquaPure Service Panel.
AquaLink RS Power Center
Press the Mode Select button to move the AquaLink RS from Auto Mode into Service Mode. The indicator light located next to the Service will turn ON. Press the Valve Select button to choose either Pool Mode to change pool chlorine production, or Spa Mode to change spa chlorine production. Press the Filter Pump button to turn on the pump and apply power to the AquaPure system.
Press the arrow button A or arrow button B to change the CHLORINE PRODUCTION in 5% increments. Generally, adjustments to production should be made in 10% increments. Press the Mode Select button to put the AquaLink RS in the Time Out mode. Press the Mode Select button again to place it back into Auto mode.
NOTE The Power Center must be in pool mode to change the AquaPure pool setting; it must be in spa mode to change the AquaPure spa setting, use the valve select button to switch between the two modes. System must be cycled through SERVICE, TIME OUT, then back to AUTO to accept the Pool Setting versus the Spa Setting. NOTE When a pool pump timer is used to limit chlorinator run time, the 24 hours will only count down when the chlorinator is on.
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The CELL ON indicator shows that the cell has been turned on by the AquaPure. Some reasons for the CELL ON indicator not being on during normal operation, are: CHLORINE PRODUCTION set to 00%, CHLORINE PRODUCTION set to less than 100% and Cell Resting appears during cell rest period, NO FLOW condition, two minutes before automatic cleaning cycle, Low temperature cut off has been activated, or a service related problem such as a salinity level below 2.0 gpl or salinity level too high. During the Normal chlorine production cycle when the unit is set for less than 100%, the cell will periodically rest; that is, the unit will not make chlorine. The CELL RESTING indicator shows that the cell has been turned off by the power center. When the power center determines that water is owing past the Flow/ Temp/Salinity Sensor, the FLOW indicator is displayed. When no ow is detected, the NO FLOW is displayed and the cell is turned off. The automatic cleaning cycle of the AquaPure is in progress. The cleaning cycle is factory set and cannot be adjusted. Cell Reversing does not interrupt the production of Chlorine. Salinity is displayed along with the gpl (grams per liter) indicator, when the Salinity button is depressed. If a reading of HH appears, the salinity is above 4.5 to 6.5 gpl (depending on pool temperature) and is too high to measure correctly (at normal temperatures). Maintain Salinity between 3.0 and 3.5 gpl. See Section 4. The ADD SALT indicator comes on when the Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor determines that the salinity level of the pool water is too low. Maintain Salinity between 3.0 and 3.5 gpl. The SERVICE indicator will turn on whenever the AquaPure detects a problem that requires attention. The SERVICE indicator is accompanied by a service code displayed on the front panel, displayed as a 3 digit code. The service code(s) are displayed twice per minute with an audible alarm.
Cell Resting
Cell Reversing
Salinity
Add Salt
NOTE See Section 7.2, Service Codes. Problems can range from insufcient salinity to the DC cord not connected.
Audible Alarm
An audible alarm (beep) sounds once per hour, and only for the rst service code when a Service condition is detected. The Alarm can be cleared by pressing and holding the Salinity button C for 5 seconds. The audible alarm can be cleared for 24 hours or until the power to the unit is turned off and back on whichever comes rst. However, the audible alarm will return if a new problem is detected.
NOTE The audible alarm can be permanently disabled by removing the blue jumper from J10 on the power center front cover PCB.
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Beeper Control
Beeper operation and volume control can be adjusted. To adjust volume control, press and hold the TEMPERATURE button for 15 seconds. The system will beep once when pressed, once after 10 seconds and once after 15 seconds. Release the key after the third beep. Press the SALINITY button within 5 seconds to enter the temperature change screen. The system will display a 1 followed by F or C. Press the TEMPERATURE button to move to the second parameter screen. The screen will display a 0, and the beeper volume will be fully reduced. The system will occasionally show a 2 to display the screen number. Press the arrow button B to increase the volume and the arrow button A to reduce the volume. The volume increments from 0 to 100 in 20 steps. After each press of the arrow buttons, the beeper will activate to demonstrate the current volume level. When the beeper volume has been adjusted to the desired setting, press the SALINITY button to conrm the new beeper volume setting. The change will be stored in permanent memory. If you do not wish to keep the change, wait 5 seconds, and the change screen will time out and return to normal operation without keeping any changes to the system. Any changes made to the beeper volume will NOT be saved if this occurs. The Boost cycle is normally activated after 10 seconds, however, if the key is held down until after the third beep at 15 seconds, the Boost mode will not be changed.
5.3 Operation
CAUTION Before attempting to operate refer to Section 4, Pool Water Preparation. Also, do not adjust Chlorine production above 00% until it is certain that salt has been dissolved in pool. Operating without salt will damage Electrolytic Cell.
NOTE Chlorine Production can be adjusted in 5% increments at the AquaLink RS.
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Shocking (Super Chlorination) is recommended before pool startup. Start out with good pool water from the beginning. The AquaPure will build up a sufcient level of chlorine for sanitation in several hours. However, if pool water has a high demand from the startup the AquaPure will not be able to produce enough chlorine to reach break point chlorination. So, it is best to super chlorinate from an outside source at the time of pool startup. Then, wait until the chlorine level has returned to 1 to 3 PPM before turning on the AquaPure. 5.4.2 1. Apply Power
Turn on the pool pump. When the AquaPure is rst turned on (cold), the unit will beep. Next it will self-calibrate the Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor. After going through an internal test and calibration, the LCD will display the current setting for Chlorine Production (00% to 100%). During the calibration period Wait will appear. Wait means the unit is self calibrating and doing internal testing. This usually takes less than 6 minutes. Check salinity level by pressing the Salinity button. It should read between 3.0 gpl and 3.5 gpl. If it does not, then press the Salinity button two or three more times until the salinity reading stabilizes.
2.
NOTE If still less than 3.0 gpl refer to pages 18 through 20 and adjust salt level. (Maintain the Recommended Salinity Level of 3.0 to 3.5 gpl). If salinity is below 2.0 gpl the AquaPure will automatically turn the cell off until the salinity is raised above 2.0 gpl, since operating with low salt will damage Cell. Likewise, if salinity is above the range of measurement the AquaPure will automatically turn the cell off until the salinity is lowered to a measurable level, since operating with high salt will damage the power center. If salinity is greater than 3.5 gpl, see Section 7, Troubleshooting.
3. 4.
Adjust the Chlorine Production to 50% by pressing the arrow button B. After 24 hours, use a reliable test kit to test the pool water for free active chlorine. The ideal range to maintain is 1-3 PPM. If the chlorine content of the pool water is too low, increase chlorine production by pressing the arrow button B. If the chlorine content of the water is too high, Decrease chlorine production by pressing the arrow button A. Adjust in 10% increments initially then in smaller increments as the correct chlorine level is approached. Due to a varying chlorine demand of pool water, it may take a few days to determine the correct pool pump operating time and chlorine production percentage setting for your pool. Continue adjusting as necessary, allowing 24 hours between adjustments until the chlorine content of the pool water has stabilized at 1-3 PPM.
5.
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5.6 Recommendations DO List Read and keep your manual in a safe place. Increase Chlorine Production before party time and return to normal afterwards. Increase Chlorine Production when temperature goes up. Increase Chlorine Production when number of guests goes up. Use Stabilizer (Cyanuric Acid) to stabilize Chlorine in Pool. Mount Power Center in shade or out of the direct sunlight whenever possible. Decrease production when temperature goes down (for example, in the Fall and Winter seasons). Take pool water sample to Pool Professional once per month. DONT List Do not get fertilizer in your pool. Fertilizers contain nitrates which cause a high chlorine demand on pool water. Never use dry acid to adjust pH in arid geographic areas with excessive evaporation and minimal dilution of pool water with fresh water. A build up of by products can damage the electrolytic cell. Do not add any pool water balancing chemicals (including salt) unless the AquaPure is turned off. Do not let Chlorine Stabilizer drop below 50 PPM. Do not add salt without rst checking the pool salinity level. Too much salt can disable and possibly damage the chlorinator.
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2.
pH Level Test. Test the pH level of your pool with a test kit. If necessary, adjust according to your pool professionals recommendations. APSP standard of 7.2 - 7.8 is recommended.
CAUTION Never use dry acid to adjust pH in arid geographic areas with excessive evaporation and minimal dilution of pool water with fresh water. A build up of by products can damage the electrolytic cell.
6.3 Monthly 1. Salt Level Test. Test pool water salt level by depressing the Salinity button C and reading the LCD located on the front cover of the AquaPure power center. Maintain the ideal range of 3.0-3.5 gpl for optimum performance of the AquaPure. If additional salt is required, follow the procedures and charts described in Section 4. If salt level does not rise after 24 hours, see Section 7, Troubleshooting. 2. 3. 4. Pool Water Sample. Take water sample to local pool store for testing. Total Alkalinity Test. Test pool water for total alkalinity with a test kit. Adjust according to your pool professionals recommendations. 80-120 PPM APSP Standard. Stabilizer (Cyanuric Acid). Test pool water stabilizer (cyanuric acid) level using a test kit or by having a water sample tested by a pool professional. Maintain ideal range of 50-75 PPM. Follow your pool professionals recommendations. Calcium Hardness. Test pool water for calcium hardness level using test kit or by having a water sample tested by a pool professional. If necessary, adjust according to your pool professionals recommendations. APSP standard of 150-400 PPM is recommended. Metals Test. It is recommended that the pool water be tested periodically for the presence of metals such as copper, iron, and manganese. These metals should not be present in the pool water. If those metals are present, contact the local pool professional.
5.
6.
6.4 Electrolytic Cell Cleaning - As Needed 1. Automatic Cleaning. The power center has an automatic cell cleaning feature (Cell Reversing) that removes scale deposits from the electrolytic cell.
NOTE Automatic Cleaning does not interrupt Chlorine Production.
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Scale is a white crusty deposit that forms in excessively hard water or from pool water that is out of balance and in a scaling condition. Following the installation of the AquaPure, check the cell once a month for several months. If the cell is clean, replace and re-check at the end of each swimming season. If the cell shows excessive scaling, go on to Step 2, Acid Wash Cleaning. 2. Acid Wash Cleaning. If the electrolytic cell has a tendency to scale, it is recommended that every two months the cell be removed and inspected for scale formation and/or debris. Some lters allow debris to pass through to the cell which could lodge between the plates in the cell. A small amount of scale formation is normal. If by looking through the cell it is observed that there is excessive scale formation between the plates or debris is present, the cell must be cleaned as follows: a. b. c. Use a high pressure jet of water from a garden hose. If the cell cannot be reasonably cleaned in this manner, acid cleaning is necessary. Remove the cell from the plumbing. Replace the cell with the spool piece, if necessary. Remove the sensor from the port. To acid clean the cell, plug the two adjacent ports. Mix one pint of muriatic acid with two quarts of tap water in a plastic bucket. Use the appropriate port plugs on the ports. Do not use the sensor as damage can result.
WARNING
Inhalation of muriatic acid vapor or contact with skin or eyes can cause serious injury or death. Wear goggles and rubber gloves, and perform cleaning in a well-ventilated area. Add acid to the water, do not add water to the acid as splashing could result.
d.
Pour the acid/water mixture inside the cell. A foaming action will begin, which is caused by scale (calcium carbonate) being dissolved from the plates. If rigorous foaming action does not begin, the cell does not need to be cleaned (STOP THE CLEANING PROCESS- go on to next step e). Otherwise, allow the cell to remain in the solution until the foaming has stopped. However, do not leave in acid for more than 1/2 hour. *(Excessive Acid Washing will damage Electrolytic Cell). Rinse the cell thoroughly with clean tap water and inspect. If deposits are still visible, repeat the cleaning procedure. Additional acid may need to be added to the solution. Rinse the cell again with clean tap water and inspect. If clean, replace the cell and resume normal operation. If the acid wash procedure is necessary, it is recommended that a sample of pool water be analyzed by an authorized AquaPure service representative for excessive hardness and/or improper water balance. If no scale or debris deposits are observed in the cell after two bimonthly inspections, it is not necessary to continue bimonthly inspections. However, due to possible changes in pool water chemistry and ltering effectiveness, it is recommended that the cell be removed for inspection at least twice a year.
e. f. g.
h.
6.5 Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor Cleaning One time per year or as needed. It is rare but scale formations on the Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor sometimes
occur and will affect the accuracy of the salinity test.
1. 2.
Remove Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor from the 3-Port Cell or threaded PVC Tee. Brush with a mildly abrasive green ber household cleaning pad. Contacts should be clean and bright.
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3. 4.
Thoroughly rinse the Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor with clean tap water. Replace and resume normal operation. Turn power off and back on in order to recalibrate and reset Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor. Reset anytime Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor is unplugged.
6.6 Winterizing Very little chlorine is needed in cold water. Below 51 degrees Fahrenheit, chlorine production is not permitted; operating the chlorinator in cold water might result in over-chlorinated pool water. If more chlorine is needed, activating the Boost mode will override this cold water feature allowing chlorine production for 24 hours of operation. See Section 5.1, Using the Front Panel Controls. If preventative measures are not taken, freezing water may cause severe damage to the Cell and Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor. Prevent freeze damage to the Cell and Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor by running pump continuously or winterize pool by draining water from pump, lter, and all intake and return lines. Remove the cell, clean and store it. Disconnect the Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor from the power center, then remove it from the 3-Port Cell. Wrap Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor in a plastic bag or protective covering and coil Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor and DC power cord cables around the power center for storage. An optional Spool Piece is available to replace the cell during winterizing or cell maintenance. This will enable pool pump to circulate water with the cell out the of line. See Figure 14. When a FREEZE CONTROLLER is used on pump equipment and the AquaPure is run through the winter, turn the AquaPure CHLORINE PRODUCTION down to 10 - 20%. Otherwise, chlorine production will exceed the recommended level of 1.0 - 3.0 PPM.
NOTE Above 3.0 PPM may cause corrosion of pool metals and possibly cause damage to associated pool equipment.
O-Ring Seal
Figure 14.
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Section 7. Troubleshooting
NOTE: Turn off power to unit prior to attempting service or repair.
Low (Less than 2.5) gpl salt level in pool water. High nitrate level. Metals present in pool water. New pool water. Not shocked properly upon startup. Clogged or dirty cell.
Corrective Action Check power. Turn on pump. 1. Defective automatic timer or pump switch. 2. Loose connection at automatic timer or pump switch. Check that ribbon cable is fully inserted into connector. Check that unit is correctly wired for 240 VAC and connected to 240 VAC. Check connector at white plug to insure proper connection. If burnt connector contact authorized service representative.
Loose ribbon cable between front and back PC board. Incorrectly wired. Unit not wired for 240 VAC. Loose or bad connection at white connector between transformer and back PC board.
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Possible Cause Chlorine Production set to 00%. Insufcient water ow. Cell is plugged with debris, pump has lost prime. Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor not plugged in. Salt level below 2.0 gpl.
Corrective Action Adjust CHLORINE PRODUCTION to desired Percentage. Remove obstruction and/or clean cell. See Section 6.4, Electrolytic Cell Cleaning. Prime pump if necessary. Plug in Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor. See Section 2, Figures 2a and 2b. Add salt as described in Section 4.7.
If No Flow also.
Corrective Action Check for correct operation of the pump. Ensure there is no loss of pump prime or clogged strainer baskets. Check and correct all valve alignments. Follow lter cleaning procedures. Remove cell for inspection. Follow cleaning procedures. See Section 6.4, Electrolytic Cell Cleaning. Ensure that the Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor is installed according to Section 3, Figure 9. If not, contact a pool professional. Plug Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor into connector on power center printed circuit board. Turn power to unit off and back on (Cycle Power). See wiring diagram in Figures 2a and 2b. See also, Section 6.5, Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor Cleaning, Step 4. Remove and clean Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor and reinstall. See Sections 3.5 and 6.5. Contact your authorized service representative.
Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor elements covered with PVC glue, taped over, or covered with other debris. Defective Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor.
Corrective Action Backwash or partially drain pool and dilute with fresh water until salinity returns to 3.0 gpl to 3.5 gpl.
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Possible Cause Low salt level in pool water. Cell requires cleaning. Cell not working properly after cleaning DC power cord not properly connected to the cell.
Corrective Action Test salinity. Add salt as described in Section 4.7. Refer to Maintenance Procedure for acid wash cleaning. See Section 6.4, Step 2. Contact your authorized service representative. Check connection. Check for dirt or corrosion around DC cord contacts at Cell. Check Cell studs for same. Plug Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor into connector on power center printed circuit board. (Cycle Power). Winterize your pool. See Section 6.6, Winterizing. Contact your authorized service representative.
Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor not plugged in. Water temperature too low All the above have been checked and indicator light is still on.
Possible Cause Not enough salt added on start up. Heavy Rainfall. Leak in pool. Dirty Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor contacts or faulty Flow Sensor.
Corrective Action Add salt to pool, 3.0 gpl to 3.5 gpl. See Section 4.7. Add salt to pool, 3.0 gpl to 3.5 gpl. See Section 4.7. Repair pool. Remove and clean Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor contacts. Check Flow/Temp/Salinity Sensor cable for damage. See Section 6.5. Verify salinity with Myron L meter calibrated for NaCl, titration test units, or other salt meters. Please be aware that salt test strips have a large variance in readings (400 - 800 ppm).
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Higher than normal Current to Cell Cell needs to be cleaned Low current in forward direction and VAC input voltage below 100/200 VAC Low current in reverse direction and VAC input voltage below 100/200 VAC Low Salinity (below 2.0 gpl) High Salinity (above 4.0 gpl)
Possible Front board service condition or unit not correctly wired to 120 VAC Possible Backboard service condition Flow Sensor service condition or ow sensor is unplugged Low VAC input voltage and on board power supply is not regulated or unit not correctly wired. Pool Temperature is too high for operation of AquaPure Flow Sensor air lock condition or very low salinity
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1. 2. 3. 4.
Press and hold button Pool Temp. -Boost- or D for 15 seconds (third beep). Within 5 seconds, momentarily press Salinity or C to enter the Fahrenheit/Celsius change mode. To toggle between Celsius and Fahrenheit, press Rate ! or Rate ", or A or B. Conrm by momentarily pressing Salinity or C. The change will be stored in permanent memory.
or
NOTE: The Boost mode will normally be activated if the Boost button D is depressed for 10 seconds. However, if button D is held down an additional 5 seconds (for the third beep), the state of the Boost mode will not be changed.
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R0447200
R0447300
R0447400
R0447500
N/A
1, 4
1, 4
2, 4
2, 4
2, 3 2, 3, 4 1, 4
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1, 4
1, 4
2, 4 2
2, 4 6 2, 3 2, 3, 4 1
1, 4
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9.2 3-Port Electrolytic Cell and Sensor Replacement Parts with Universal Unions (2-2)
Dwg. # 1 Kit # R0452100 Description Universal Union/Tailpiece/ Plug, 3-Port Cell includes: Nut, Union Universal O-Ring, #2-231 Tailpiece, 2 X 2 Plug, Port CG Cell O-Rings and Terminal Adapter, 3-Port Cell includes: O-Ring, #2-231 O-Ring, #2-106 Terminal Adapter Screw, #6 X 1/2 7-Blade Cell, 3-Port Cell 14-Blade Cell, 3-Port Cell Includes: Cell Assy, APure O-Ring, #2-231 DC 16Ft Power Cord, Blk Port Sensor, 3-Port Cell includes: Sensor, Port CG Cell, 16 O-Ring, #2-231 3-Port Spool Cleaning Kit includes: Spool, GC Cell, 3-Port O-Ring, #2-231 Nut, Union Universal Tailpiece, 2 X 2 Plug, Port CG Cell 16 Cable DC Qty. 3, 6 3 3 2 1 1, 2, 3 2
1, 2, 3 1 1
R0452200
1, 2, 3, 4 1 3 6 1 2 1 1, 4 1
Figure 17.
R0452300 R0452400
1 3 1
R0452500
1 1
SP3P
1 4 3 2 2 1
R0402800
Figure 18.
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9.3 Electrolytic 2 Cell and Sensor Replacement Parts (PVC Black Unions)
Dwg. # 1 Kit # R0412400 R0412300 Description Cell, APURE700, w/ 16 DC Cable, 2 Threaded Union Cell, APURE1400, w/ 16 DC Cable, 2 Threaded Union 8 Cable, DC 16 Cable, DC Union Nut, 2 PVC Union Half, Unthreaded, 2 PVC Union O-ring, 2 Flow Sensor w/ 16 Cable Qty. 1, 2 1 1 1 3 4 1 1 1 1 3 5 4 6 5
3 4
5 6
R0412700 R0403800
1 1
Figure 19.
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Notes
LIMITED WARRANTY
Thank you for purchasing Jandy pool and spa products. Jandy Pool Products, Inc. warrants all parts to be free from manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of retail purchase, with the following exceptions: AquaLink RS units installed with Jandy Surge Protection Kits will be covered for two years. NeverLube valves are warranted for the life of pool and/or spa on which they were originally installed. AquaPureTM Electronic Chlorine Generator Electrolytic Cells carry a 5 year limited warranty on a prorated basis. This warranty is limited to the first retail purchaser, is not transferable, and does not apply to products that have been moved from their original installation sites. The liability of Jandy Pool Products, Inc. shall not exceed the repair or replacement of defective parts and does not include any costs for labor to remove and reinstall the defective part, transportation to or from the factory, and any other materials required to make the repair. This warranty does not cover failures or malfunctions resulting from the following: 1. Failure to properly install, operate or maintain the product(s) in accordance with our published Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manuals provided with the product(s). 2. The workmanship of any installer of the product(s). 3. Not maintaining a proper chemical balance in your pool and/or spa [pH level between 7.2 and 7.8, Total Alkalinity (TA) between 80 to 120 ppm, Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) less than 2000 not including salt ppm]. 4. Abuse, alteration, accident, fire, flood, lightning, rodents, insects, negligence or acts of God. 5. Scaling, freezing, or other conditions causing inadequate water circulation. 6. Operating the product(s) at water flow rates outside the published minimum and maximum specifications. 7. Use of non-factory authorized parts or accessories in conjunction with the product(s). 8. Chemical contamination of combustion air or improper use of sanitizing chemicals, such as introducing sanitizing chemicals upstream of the heater and cleaner hose or through the skimmer. 9. Overheating; incorrect wire runs; improper electrical supply; collateral damage caused by failure of O-Rings, DE grids, or cartridge elements; or damage caused by running the pump with insufficient quantities of water. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: This is the only warranty given by Jandy Pool Products, Inc. No one is authorized to make any other warranties on behalf of Jandy Pool Products, Inc. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND MERCHANTABILITY. JANDY POOL PRODUCTS, INC. EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ANY LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary by state or province. WARRANTY CLAIMS: For prompt warranty consideration, contact your dealer and provide the following information: proof of purchase, model number, serial number and date of installation. The installer will contact the factory for instructions regarding the claim and to determine the location of the nearest designated service center. If the dealer is not available, you can locate a service center in your area by visiting www.jandy.com or by calling our technical support department at (707) 776-8200 extension 260. All returned parts must have a Returned Material Authorization number to be evaluated under the terms of this warranty.
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