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INSTALLATION MANUAL
REVERSE CYCLE & COMMERCIAL MODELS
FOR YOUR SAFETY - READ BEFORE OPERATING
Warning:
If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result, causing
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance may cause property damage, personal injury or
death. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified technician or service agency.
FOR QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS ONLY
AIR SOURCE UNIT
POOL/SPA HEATERS, CHILLERS,
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WARNING
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Part # 471950 Revision #E
© HydroTemp Manufacturing Co., Inc.
Note: Specifications may change without notice.
Models:
MiniMax Plus HP 400 (XLS400)
MiniMax Plus HP 600 (XLS600)
MiniMax Plus HP 800 (XLS800)
MiniMax Plus HP 1000 (XLS1000)
MiniMax Plus HP 230 (CP12)
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Summary of Contents for Pentair Pool Products MiniMax Plus HP 400
- Page 1 Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance may cause property damage, personal injury or death. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified technician or service agency. Models: MiniMax Plus HP 400 (XLS400) MiniMax Plus HP 600 (XLS600) MiniMax Plus HP 800 (XLS800)
- Page 2 WARNING FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY Trained Technicians Only ! WARNING The following installation manual is for FACTORY AUTHORIZED- licensed professional trade use only ! The owner/user should review the following section for reference and knowledge needed to verify proper installation for warranty validation. The owner/user should not attempt to perform any internal adjust- ments, electrical, plumbing or any installation procedures in this manual.
- Page 3 Electrical Connections-Access Description Electronic Thermostat & Diagnosis Wiring Diagrams Wiring Diagrams for Compool 6. TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE ....................35 - 36 7. WARRANTY AND DEALER SERVICE..................8. GLOSSARY OF TERMS ......................38-41 Manufactured for Pentair Pool Products by HydroTemp Mfg. Co., Inc.
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Page 4: Special Features
SPECIAL FEATURES Separate Air Handling / Electric Compartment An internal electrical compartment substantially reduces future service from moisture and salt laden air flow. Quiet Sturdy Rust Proof High Volume Fiberglass Top Fan With Non Fading Vinyl Coated Guard Large Aluminum & Copper Product Lanced Fin Name Plate... -
Page 5: Design Advantages
DESIGN ADVANTAGES Isolated The electrical panel has an Air Flow Out Electrical isolated compartment, located Compartment within the mechanical com- partment to prevent corrosion. The heat from the compressor located just below the electri- cal compartment helps elimi- nate moisture as well. This exclusive design will substan- tially extend the life cycle of... - Page 6 INSTALLATION GUIDELINES IMPORTANT NOTICE: The following are the installation requirements that must be followed in order to meet the general factory specifications. The installer may engineer other types of installation techniques that are suited for each particular installation, regarding placement and plumbing, but should still follow this basic format. The factory warranty will not warrant other field installed options unless factory parts are used according to this booklet.
- Page 7 CAUTION SPRINKLER LOCATION Chemicals should NOT be stored near the heater. The Relocate or remove any sprinkler heads that have the fan may draw corrosive chemical vapor through the unit chance of spraying on or into the unit. Make sure there causing damage.
- Page 8 PLUMBING & WATER FLOW PLUMBING CONNECTIONS Filtered Water “IN” on the LEFT front. Heated Water "OUT" on the RIGHT front. The plumbing inlets are "slip" p.v.c. pipe that will accept a 2 inch p.v.c. glue fitting. The pipe is left plain so you can adapt to your needs.
- Page 9 HIGH RATE WATER PUMPS EXCESSIVE FLOW BYPASS MANIFOLD FOR LARGE 2 H.P. PUMPS OR OVER 90 G.P.M. If the pool circulation pump is over 2 HP OR if the total flow exceeds 90 GPM you will have to add the "excessive flow valve"...
- Page 10 CHEMICAL PROTECTION PRECAUTIONS CAUTION All Chlorinators Go Down Line of Heater ! NO CHEMICALS IN SKIMMER !!! In Line Off Line IN LINE TYPE OFF LINE TYPE CHLORINATOR CHLORINATOR MANDATORY CHECK VALVE & LOOP LOOP ABOVE 8" MIN. 2 LB CHEMICAL RESISTANT CHECK VALVE...
- Page 11 CHLORINATOR PLACEMENT & CHEMICAL USE Chlorinator placement, water balance and where chemicals are added are very important aspects of installation. The failure to protect the unit from chemical damage which is not covered under the warranty. PROTECT HEAT EXCHANGER CAUTION You want to prevent any chemicals from running ADDING CHEMICALS through the piping and heat exchanger of the heater.
- Page 12 STANDARD PLUMBING 1 OR 2 UNITS The following diagram is for standard plumbing of either one or two units. Plumb the unit in "after" the filter and "before" the chlorinator. SPECIAL NOTE: See chlorinator placement instructions in this manual (Pg. 10). Be advised that if your circulation pump is over 2 HP OR if the total flow exceeds 90 GPM, you will have to add the "excessive flow valve"...
- Page 13 POOL & SPA COMBO PLUMBING Heating a connected pool and spa spill over with one heater. For a single pump system. The following is a schematic of the suggested plumbing set up when using the standard dual thermostat kit. This design is used for pool/ spa combinations where the pool and spa are connected via a spill over, when one filtering pump is used to circulate the water to either the pool or spa.
- Page 14 SEPARATE POOL & SPA PLUMBING Heating a separate pool & spa, "without" a spill over, with one heater. Two pump system. The following schematic is the suggested plumbing set up when using the dual thermostat kit. This design is for "separate"...
- Page 15 PLUMBING WITH SOLAR PANELS Always plumb through the heat pump first before plumbing to solar. If the water flow is not adequate to provide proper flow for both, you will have to operate one or the other by adjusting the 3-way valve accordingly or increase your pumps size.
- Page 16 COMMERCIAL PLUMBING When plumbing a heating system into a high rate commercial filtering system, you should be prepared to evaluate the entire system in order to accommodate the heaters. The control of the water flow is most critical. The more planning done prior to this type of installation will prevent service problems later.
- Page 17 COMMERCIAL PLUMBING (Cont'd) 9 to 12 In. 9 to 12 In. 12 In. 24 In. 12 In. Air Flow Clearance Clear 1 1/4 Lb. Check Valve 36 In. Access 15 Ft. Min. WARNING Do not place or inject chemicals into the surge tank ! No tablet type chlorine in the surge tank ! Flow Meter...
- Page 18 OPTIONAL WATER "FLOW" SWITCH Some installations require an external water “FLOW” switch in place of the water “PRESSURE” switch. This switch will keep the unit from running without water flow. SOLAR PANELS BELOW WATER LEVEL If you have a solar system plumbed in the same system If the unit is installed three feet or more below water as the heat pump, you may experience static pressure level, the pressure switch will be effected by static pres-...
- Page 19 WATER FLOW SWITCH INSTALLATION Plumb the optional water FLOW switch externally on the water In most cases the existing water pressure switch located "in" piping. Position the flow switch on the water "in" line so it inside the access compartment can be changed to this spe- only detects the water flow through the unit itself.
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Page 20: Pre-Start Up Procedures
PRE-START UP PROCEDURES Heat Exchanger Plumbing Manifold Auto Bypass Valve NOTE: COMPRESSOR TIME DELAY COMMON 24Hr. MECHANICAL TIMER BE AWARE THERE IS A 5 TO 7 MINUTE TIME DE- LAY BEFORE THE COMPRESSOR WILL START ONCE THE UNIT IS TURNED ON OR WHENEVER Tripper IT RESTARTS. - Page 21 OPERATIONAL SEQUENCE FAN-AIR CIRCULATION WATER FLOW & EXISTING WATER PUMP Once the t-stat is activated the fan will begin to turn. To To filter the pool water each day, the water pump will come collect the heat from the air, the fan circulates warmer air on &...
- Page 22 WATER PRESSURE SWITCH CHECK The water pressure switch is preset at the factory and should only be adjusted "if needed". The water pressure switch is designed to shut the heater off when the water circulation pump shuts off. The water pressure switch will keep the unit from running when there is no water flow.
- Page 23 SHUT DOWN & FREEZE PROTECTION PROCEDURES When shutting the unit down for the end of the swimming season, you must consider some items to protect the unit from inclement weather. It is best in most situations to shut the unit off by turning the thermostat all the way down, to the "left".
- Page 24 ELECTRICAL WIRING GROUND & EQUIPMENT COMMON BONDING A certified electrician should prepare to wire the heater according to national, local codes and specifications from the factory in regards to supply voltage and amperes. Most codes require that a power disconnect be placed near WIRE SIZE &...
- Page 27 ELECTRICAL ACCESS & WIRING WARNING The heater must be electrically grounded and bonded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the latest national electrical codes ANSI/NFPA No. 70. All wiring must comply with all local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the latest national electrical codes ANSI/NFPA No.
- Page 28 HIGH VOLTAGE COMPARTMENT WARNING Always review the wiring schematic shipped with the heater located inside the heaters electrical compartment, since it may have changed after this manual was printed ! Note 3 phase specifica- tions available upon request @ 239-768-1555. Main 240V Contactor Connect"LINE"...
- Page 29 WIRING DIAGRAM SCHEMATIC FOR DUAL THERMOSTAT UNITS 208-230 VOLT/SINGLE PHASE...
- Page 30 WIRING DIAGRAM SCHEMATIC FOR DUAL THERMOSTAT UNITS 208-230 VOLT/THREE PHASE...
- Page 31 WIRING DIAGRAM SCHEMATIC FOR SINGLE THERMOSTAT UNITS 208-230 VOLT/SINGLE PHASE REVERSE CYCLE...
- Page 32 WIRING DIAGRAM SCHEMATIC FOR SINGLE THERMOSTAT UNITS 208-230 VOLT/THREE PHASE REVERSE CYCLE...
- Page 33 How to hook up a heat pump to a Digital Compool for Models CP3800, CP3600, CP34000 2 wire connections Voltage Heater connections at Compool controller 1) Run two wires from Compool controller into unit. 2) Cut one of the purple wires to water pressure switch.
- Page 34 How to hook up a heat pump to a Non Digital Compool for Models CP100 & CP30 3 wire connections BLUE BLACK ORANGE YELLOW BLACK L.E.D. MODULE (Optional) POOL / SPA Remove yellow, blue and white wires from bottom row of pool spa switch. Connect theseto the Compool wires.
- Page 35 OWNER TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE WARNING Risk of electrical shock or electrocution. Improperly installation will create an electrical hazard which could result in death or serious injury to pool users, installers, or others due to electrical shock, and may also cause damage to property. Do NOT attempt any internal adjustments inside the heater.
- Page 36 Control Ready light ON. Low water flow through heater. Dirty or worn Clean entire filtering system and or replace fil- Water Press. OK light ON filters or clogged lint traps. Clogged filter pump ter element. Inspect & clean pump impeller. T-Stat On light ON impeller.
- Page 37 WARRANTY & DEALER SERVICE When requesting factory warranty service, please follow these guidelines to insure a smooth process. PROBLEM DESCRIPTION Get a full description of the problem from the pool owner. The more details you obtain from the pool owner, the easier it is to satisfy their exact needs.
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Page 38: Glossary Of Terms
GLOSSARY OF TERMS A/C Contractor: A company licensed by the state and local au- Broadcast Type Sprinklers: Part of an irrigation system used to thorities to perform heating ventilation and air-conditioning in- water plants or grass where the water is sprayed into the air and stallation or repair including pool heat pumps. - Page 39 tor coil from getting an ice build up when the outside air tempera- ture drops below 36 degrees. It will shut the compressor off, but allow the fan to run until the air temperature increases. Circuit Breaker: An automatic switch that will shut the power off to an electrical device (heater, circulation pump) when an over- Down Line: A reference that pertains to chlorinator placement and load or short occurs.
- Page 40 Floating Chlorinator: A device that floats on the pool waters sur- Lint Trap Basket: A strainer type basket that collects debris and face that feeds chlorine to the water by eroding solid tablet type prevents such from being trapped in other equipment, including chlorine, inside its containment.
- Page 41 Thermometer: Used to determine the actual pool or spa water tem- Run Dry: When any pool equipment is running without water, perature. Sometimes a floating type or a tie on type. usually causing some sort of damage. Thermostat: Located on the unit itself, used to set the desired tem- Serial Number: A twelve digit number on the identification sticker perature you would like the actual pool or spa water to be..
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- Page 44 Heat Pumps Manufactured by: © 2002 HydroTemp Manufacturing Co., Inc. 239-768-1555 www.warmpool.com...