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Pentair COLORVISION Installation And User Manual

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COLORVISION™ UNDERWATER COLOR
CHANGING LED LIGHT
FOR POOL AND SPA
INSTALLATION
AND
USER'S GUIDE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
COLORVISION Light Installation and User's Guide

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  • Page 1 COLORVISION™ UNDERWATER COLOR CHANGING LED LIGHT FOR POOL AND SPA INSTALLATION USER’S GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS COLORVISION Light Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Wall Switch ..................3 Saving a color mode or fixed color ..............4 Selecting a ColorVision Light show mode or fixed color using an IntelliBrite Controller ...................... 4 Installing the ColorVision Light Fixture (new pool construction) ...... 5 Installing the ColorVision Light Niche in a Gunite / Concrete Pool (after electrical requirements are met) .............

  • Page 3: Important Warning And Safety Instructions

    Always disconnect the power to the pool light at the circuit breaker before servicing the light. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury to serviceman, pool users or others due to electrical shock. COLORVISION Light Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 4 Under no circumstances replace lights by splicing wire under water or behind niche. ColorVision™ Light is a 12 VAC system. ONLY USE an approved 12 volt AC transformer, sold separately. When using a Junction Box, connect 12 volt AC connections to junction box terminals. Never connect the light directly to high voltage lines.

  • Page 5: Overview

    12 VAC transformer to a single switch so that all lights can be switched on and off together. ColorVision lights are controlled by cycling AC power to the 12 VAC transformer from a standard wall switch. By turning the switch Off and On a specific number of times, the light activates one of the seven light show modes, fixed colors, or enables the “Hold”...

  • Page 6: Using An External Transformer For Multiple Colorvision Lights

    (3) ColorVision lights be used. It is also recommended not to exceed 150 feet of total cable run between the transformer and lights. Note: For long cable lengths, set transformer to 14 VAC, and use only ColorVision lights with the 150” cord option, see diagram below.

  • Page 7: Selecting A Colorvision Light Show Mode Or Fixed Color Using A Wall Switch

    Selecting a ColorVision Light Show Mode or Fixed Color Using a Wall Switch ColorVision lights are compatible with IntelliBrite light colors and shows and can be ® synchronized with IntelliBrite lights. First switch power on to the light; the previously selected color is displayed, unless the HOLD or RECALL feature was previously enabled..

  • Page 8: Saving A Color Mode Or Fixed Color

    Saving a Color Mode or Fixed Color When power is switched off to the ColorVision™ lights, the last color show mode or fixed color will be saved. The next time the light is powered on, the previously saved color show mode or fixed color will be displayed.

  • Page 9: Installing The Colorvision Light Fixture (New Pool Construction)

    (AFTER ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ARE MET) Determine a location for the ColorVision Light • The ColorVision Light should be located at least 3 ft (91.4 cm) from any walls or other ColorVision lights (bubblers). • The ColorVision light should be installed in water depths between 2”...
  • Page 10 Note: Cover the mounting screws with tape to prevent concrete and plaster from entering the holes. Note: If a gunite cover is not available, use masking tape to protect the light cavity from the plaster operation. COLORVISION Light Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 11: Installing The Colorvision Color Light Niche In A Fiberglass Pool

    Install the ColorVision light niche in the pool or spa floor, see Figure 1 on page 6. Note: The niche is ABS so use ABS to PVC cement to connect the water line and electrical conduit to the niche. Set the niche in gunite as per current local building codes.

  • Page 12: Installing The Colorvision Color Light Niche In A Vinyl Pool

    ABS to PVC cement) Figure 3. Installing ColorVision™ Color Light Niche in a Vinyl Pool Install the O-ring on the gunite cover and install the gunite cover over the top of the niche using the supplied machine screws. This will protect the light cavity of the niche during installation.
  • Page 13 Spacer ring Alignment tab Install the ColorVision light niche in the pool or spa floor. Set the niche such that the pool floor is flush with the top of the spacer ring. See Figure 1 on page 6. The niche is ABS so use ABS to PVC cement to connect the water line and electrical conduit to the niche.
  • Page 14 Self-Tapping screws (QTY. 8 - provided) Vinyl/Fiberglass ring Gasket Vinyl Vinyl spacer ring Gasket Niche Figure 4. COLORVISION Light Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 15: Installing The Globrite Color Light Assembly (After Niche Installation)

    (sold separately) must be used. If a Junction Box is used, it would be for 12 VAC connections. Never wire the ColorVision light directly to high voltage lines. At the 12 VAC transformer or junction box, cut off any extra cord. Leave at least six (6) inches (15.2 cm) of cord in the Junction Box or transformer to...
  • Page 16 GloBrite Light Installation/Removal Tool Install the diffuser ring (white ring with many small holes), into the niche; concave side up, as shown below. Diffuser Ring Niche Diffuser Ring installed into niche COLORVISION Light Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 17 (QTY. 8 - provided) Lens O-Ring Figure 5. 10. Install the lens screw cover ring on the lens and twist to lock in place. Lens cover ring Rotate lens cover ring clockwise to lock in place COLORVISION Light Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 18 Adjust the eyeball for proper water direction. Eyeball 12. Before operating the ColorVision™ light, fill the pool with water until the light is completely submerged. Note: The ColorVision light should not be powered for more than 30 seconds if not submersed in water.

  • Page 19: Replacing Colorvision Light Assembly (In An Existing Pool And Spa)

    To be certain that the pool’s electrical system meets all applicable requirements, the electrician should also consult the local building department. IMPORTANT NOTICE: THE GLOBRITE LIGHT IS A NON-SERVICEABLE LIGHT. THE COMPLETE LIGHT ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED. COLORVISION Light Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 20: Replacing Colorvision Light Assembly (After Electrical Requirements Are Met)

    (AFTER ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ARE MET) The following removal and installation instructions describe how to remove and install the ColorVision Light assembly. Also use these instructions after completing the following light replacement procedure. Failure to bring the pool or spa’s electrical system up to code requirements...
  • Page 21 ™ GloBrite Light Installation/Removal Tool 11. Install the diffuser ring (white ring with many small holes), into the niche; concave side up, as shown below. Diffuser Ring Niche Diffuser Ring installed into niche COLORVISION Light Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 22 (QTY. 8 - provided) Lens O-Ring 13. Install the lens screw cover ring on the lens and twist to lock in place. Lens cover ring Rotate lens cover ring clockwise to lock in place COLORVISION Light Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 23 Adjust the eyeball for proper water direction. Eyeball 15. Before operating the ColorVision light, fill the pool with water until the light is completely submerged. Note: The ColorVision™ light should not be powered for more than 30 seconds if not submersed in water.

  • Page 24: Winterizing Colorvision Light Assembly

    Lens with eyeball removed expansion plug To seal the ColorVision Light assembly you can use the gunite cover with the installed o-ring or you can install the lens with an installed o-ring and plug the center hole with a rubber expansion plug. Note: If using a rubber expansion plug, it must be a straight walled plug in order to seal properly on the underside of the lens.

  • Page 25: Connecting Colorvision Lights To An Automation Control System

    After the connection has been completed, close the control panel and secure it with the two (2) retaining screws. Close the load center front door. Fasten the spring latch. COLORVISION Light Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 26 Light to EasyTouch or IntelliTouch Control System Load Center Wiring Connection Diagram Four (4) ColorVision™ Light 12 VAC Lights require a 300 Watt transformer. ColorVision Light Standard 12 VAC Wiring Connection Diagram (NO GFCI REQUIRED) COLORVISION Light Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 27: Setting Up Colorvision Lights With An Automation Control System

    To set up a ColorVision light circuit; assign the “Light Circuit Name” to the relay circuit (example; AUX 3, as “Pool Light”) and “Function”: assign the name “Pool Light” circuit in the Circuit Func menu as a “light”...
  • Page 28 Remote Control Panel. Assigning a Circuit Name To identify the ColorVision light connected to the auxiliary circuits (AUX 1, AUX 2) in the IntelliTouch control system load center, you need to assign the ColorVision light circuit name to the corresponding auxiliary circuits in the IntelliTouch control system indoor control panel.
  • Page 29 Set up a ColorVision Light Circuit Function To setup an AUX circuit to control the ColorVision Light, assign the circuit light function an auxiliary relay circuit (AUX 1), then assign the circuit name for that light circuit. The light circuit name will appear on the main screen. Each ColorVision light must also be assigned a circuit function.

  • Page 30: Connecting Colorvision Lights To An Intellibrite Controller

    To wire multiple 12 Volt ColorVision Lights to an IntelliBrite Controller: 12 VAC ColorVision and IntelliBrite Lights IMPORTANT! When installing 12 VAC ColorVision lights, connect the lights to the secondary 12 VAC output of the step down transformer, then connect the IntelliBrite controller to the 120 VAC primary input of the step down transformer.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    Wiring ColorVision Lights to IntelliBrite Controller and 300 Watt Transformer The following diagram shows how to connect ColorVision Lights to an IntelliBrite Con- troller using a 300 Watt transformer. Note: For ColorVision light operating instructions, see page 4. 300 Watt Transformer...
  • Page 32 Check the light wiring connection to the junction box at Light does not function the pool side and to the main circuit breaker. properly. Be sure that there is proper AC power applied to the light. COLORVISION Light Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 33: Appendix Accessories Bag Assembly Instructions

    To install the eyeball assembly: Insert the eyeball perpendicular into the slots in the lens opening. Rotate to center the eyeball into the lens eyeball housing being sure the inside lip of the eyeball is facing up. COLORVISION Light Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 34: Colorvision Light Extended Nozzle Installation Instructions

    LIGHT EXTENDED NOZZLE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS The flexible nozzle is recommended in cases where the plume from the ColorVision Light tends to swirl around. The swirling effect is usually caused by a wave action in the body of water. This flexible nozzle is designed to protect the jet water as it reaches the surface and protects it from the wave action.
  • Page 35 Start off by cutting 1” at time until you get the desired plume and the swirling has stopped. The flexible nozzle is directional so it can be adjusted for proper water flow to the surface. COLORVISION Light Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 36 Vinyl/Fiberglass Ring - Blue 590131Z Vinyl/Fiberglass Ring - Grey 590133Z Vinyl/Fiberglass Ring - Tan 590134Z Vinyl/Fiberglass Ring - Black 590121Z Screw Kit Vinyl/Fiberglass Ring 590147Z Niche Note: See ColorVision Light Replacement Parts List Illustration on next page. COLORVISION Light Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 37 ™ ColorVision Light Replacement Parts List Illustration COLORVISION Light Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 38: Colorvision Light Water Depth And Plume Height Chart

    10” 25” 16” 14” 24” 18” 30” 22” 26” Chart 1: Water Pressure (psi) WATER PRESSURE (PSI) 2” 4” 6” 8” 10” NOZZLE DIAMETER 1/2” 3/4” 1/2” 3/4” 1/2” 3/4” 1/2” 3/4” 1/2” 3/4” COLORVISION Light Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 39: Colorvision Light Niche Dimensions

    ColorVision Light Niche Dimensions 8.93" 5.69" 1.03" 0.46" 6.06" 1.10" 2.07" 1-1/2" Socket 1" Socket COLORVISION Light Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 40 Pentair Water Pool and Spa, Inc. Those names and brands may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of those third parties.

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