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  • Page 1 EasyTouch 8 and 4 ® Indoor Control Panel Installation and User’s Guide IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 2 © 2005 Pentair Water Pool and Spa, Inc. All rights reserved This document is subject to change without notice 1620 Hawkins Ave., Sanford, NC 27330 • (919) 566-8000 10951 West Los Angeles Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021 • (805) 553-5000 Trademarks and disclaimers: EasyTouch, IntelliChlor, IntelliFlo, QuickTouch and the Pentair Water Pool and Spa logo are trademarks of Pentair Water Pool and Spa, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................... iii EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel Kit Contents .................. v Related Manuals ..........................v EasyTouch Accessories ........................v Technical Support ..........................vi Section 1: System Overview ......................1 Easy Touch Pool and Spa Control System Overview ................. 1 Operating EasyTouch ........................
  • Page 4 Contents Section 2: EasyTouch Menus (Continued) Settings Menu: Circuit Types ......................27 Assigning Circuit Types ........................ 27 Freeze Protection ........................27 Circuit Types ..........................27 Preset Circuit Types ........................28 Settings Menu: Custom Names ....................29 Settings Menu: Valves ........................29 Settings Menu: 2-Speed Pump .....................

  • Page 5: Important Safety Precautions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Important Notice: Attention Installer: This manual contains important information about the installation, operation and safe use of this product. This information should be given to the owner and/or operator of this equipment. WARNING - Before installing this product, read and follow all warning notices and instructions which are included.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Continued) General Installation Information 1. All work must be performed by a licensed electrician, and must conform to all national, state, and local codes. 2. Install to provide drainage of compartment for electrical components. 3. If this system is used to control underwater lighting fixtures, a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) must be provided for these fixtures.

  • Page 7: Easytouch Indoor Control Panel Kit Contents

    • EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel Installation and User’s Guide (this manual) Related Manuals • EasyTouch 8 and 4 Pool and Spa Control System User’s Guide (P/N 520584) • EasyTouch 8 and 4 Installation Guide (P/N 520583) EasyTouch Accessories EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel, 4 Circuits...

  • Page 8: Technical Support

    Technical Support Contact Technical Support at: Sanford, North Carolina (8 A.M. to 5 P.M.) Phone: (800) 831-7133 Fax: (919) 566-8920 Moorpark, California (8 A.M. to 5 P.M.) Phone: (800) 831-7133 (Ext. 6312) Fax: (805) 553-5515 Web sites: visit www.pentairpool.com and www.staritepool.com EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 9: Section 1: System Overview

    The EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel provides you with one touch automatic control for all of your pool and spa daily operations from inside your home. The EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel is designed to be used with the EasyTouch 8 or EasyTouch 4 system. Operating EasyTouch The EasyTouch system can automatically control your pool and spa equipment, lights and other optional equipment.

  • Page 10: Easytouch Indoor Control Panel Overview

    Menu/Back button, additional circuit (see see page 4 page 4 for details). Indoor Control Panel (EasyTouch 8) - (P/N 520549) Spa (Hi-Temp) Button: Switches the filter pump on, rotates valve actuator (to isolate spa water from pool water), and switches the heater on.

  • Page 11: Easytouch Indoor Control Panel Buttons

    EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel Buttons You can fully automate your pool, spa, and lighting operations from the EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel or from the outdoor control panel located at the pool equipment pad. The EasyTouch menu features let you create customized schedules for your pool and spa equipment, heat temperatures, and chlorination settings to switch on and off at a set day and time.
  • Page 12 Controls and buttons (Continued) Pool button (Continued) • If the pump is currently off, press the Pool button to switch the pump Single-Speed Filter Pump: on. Press the Pool button again to switch the pump off. However, if the heater is operating, and a delay is enabled for valves, this allows the heater to cool down (heater cool-down), then when you press the Pool button to switch off the pump, only the heater will turn off, then the filter pump will automatically switch off after 10 minutes to allow the heater to cool down.

  • Page 13: Easytouch Indoor Control Panel Display

    27 for details. There are three auxiliary circuits (AUX 1- 3) on the EasyTouch 4 indoor control panel and seven auxiliary circuits (AUX 1- 7) on the EasyTouch 8 indoor control panel. The Down arrow button can also be used as an “extra” auxiliary circuit if solar equipment is not being used.

  • Page 14: Easytouch Wireless Control Panel (Optional)

    QT4 out by removing battery cover and The EasyTouch wireless control panel is removing battery. Position the QT4 so that water designed to be used with the EasyTouch 8 or can drain out. Reassemble when the QT4 is EasyTouch 4 system.

  • Page 15: Quick Start Spa And Pool Operations

    Quick start pool and spa operations The following describes how to run some of the general day-to-day spa and pool operations. Heat your spa or pool First enable the heat source in the Heat menu (see “Heat Menu,” on page 20). Press AUTO HEATER 95°F / 100°F...

  • Page 16: Switch On Lights Manually

    Switch on lights manually From the Lights screen you can manually switch all lights on or off, and synchronize colored lights. Up to 12 lights can be controlled. For more information about setting up lights, refer to “Lights Menu” on page 15.

  • Page 17: Schedule Start And Stop Times For Equipment

    Right button: Select the Spa circuit. The generic circuit names are: Spa, Pool, Pool Aux1-7 (EasyTouch 8), Aux 1-3 (EasyTouch 4), and Aux Extra “Aux Extra” is only Aux 1 available if the Solar output (J17) plug on the EasyTouch motherboard is not being Aux 2 used for solar equipment.

  • Page 18: Setting The Egg Timer Feature

    Right button: Select the Spa circuit. The generic circuit names are: Spa, Pool, Pool Aux1-7 (EasyTouch 8), Aux 1-3 (EasyTouch 4), and Aux Extra “Aux Extra” is only Aux 1 available if the Solar output (J17) plug on the EasyTouch motherboard is not being Aux 2 used for solar equipment.

  • Page 19: Section 2: Setting Up Easytouch

    Note: The following setup steps assume that the EasyTouch Load Center is installed at the equipment pad and ready for operation. For EasyTouch Load Center installation instructions, refer to the EasyTouch 8 and 4 Load Center Installation Guide (P/N 520583). The recommended first time installation steps for the EasyTouch system are: 1.
  • Page 20 6. Set up optional equipment, solar, 2-speed pump (page 29 and 30) Set up additional equipment such as solar, 2-speed pump, and optional equipment if required. Set up the control panel to operate with the optional IntelliChlor chlorine generator. To configure EasyTouch for special equipment: •...

  • Page 21: Easytouch Menu Structure

    Time: 12:00 (00:00 - 23:59) / DON'T STOP AUX 4 Mode: Once Only AUX 5 EasyTouch 8 08:00A (12:00 AM - 11:59 PM -12 hours) AUX 6 s m t w t f s (select day of the week to run program)

  • Page 22: Easytouch Menus

    EasyTouch Menus Use the EasyTouch control panel menus to schedule when to heat and filter your pool and spa automatically. Lights can also be switch on and off. The main screen shows the pool (or spa), temperatures and the system day and time.

  • Page 23: Lights Menu

    Lights Menu From the Lights screen you can manually switch all lights on or off, and synchronize colored lights. If you have at least two Pentair SAm and/or SAL, and/or FIBERworks lighting systems you can use the Sync feature to change the lighting settings. This feature require a separate auxiliary relay circuit for each light. Up to four lights can be assigned on each auxiliary circuit for a total of 12 lights that can be independently controlled from the Lights menu.

  • Page 24: Heat Menu

    Heat Menu Use the heat menu settings to specify the set point temperature and select the heat source for the pool and spa water. The water will begin to heat whenever the heater is manually switched on, (by pressing the “Pool” or “Spa”...

  • Page 25: Delay Cancel Menu

    Delay Cancel Menu Use the Delay Cancel feature for service or testing purposes. For convenience, on a one time basis, the Delay Cancel feature will cancel the following safety delays. Please note, generally there is no need to cancel any of the following delays except for servicing or testing the system.

  • Page 26: Schedules Menu

    Up/Down button: Select the generic circuit name to program: Spa, Pool, Aux 1-8 Aux 1 (EasyTouch 8), Aux 1-4 (EasyTouch 4) and Aux Extra. “Aux Extra” is only available Aux 2 if the Solar output is not being used (see page 4).

  • Page 27: Program Your Spa Or Pool

    Right button: Select the Spa circuit. The generic circuit names are: Spa, Pool, Pool Aux1-7 (EasyTouch 8), Aux 1-3 (EasyTouch 4), and Aux Extra “Aux Extra” is only Aux 1 available if the Solar output (J17) plug on the EasyTouch motherboard is not being Aux 2 used for solar equipment.

  • Page 28: Using The Once Only Feature

    Right button: Select the Spa circuit. The generic circuit names are: Spa, Pool, Pool Aux1-7 (EasyTouch 8), Aux 1-3 (EasyTouch 4), and Aux Extra “Aux Extra” is only Aux 1 available if the Solar output (J17) plug on the EasyTouch motherboard is not being Aux 2 used for solar equipment.

  • Page 29: Using The Egg Timer (Countdown) Feature

    Right button: Select the Spa circuit. The generic circuit names are: Spa, Pool, Pool Aux1-7 (EasyTouch 8), Aux 1-3 (EasyTouch 4), and Aux Extra “Aux Extra” is only Aux 1 available if the Solar output (J17) plug on the EasyTouch motherboard is not being Aux 2 used for solar equipment.

  • Page 30: Settings Menu: Clock

    Settings Menu: Clock Use the “Clock” menu to set the EasyTouch system date and time. The day, time and AM/PM is displayed on the main screen. The system clock settings are used for the EasyTouch system scheduled operations. The EasyTouch system clock will continue to run even if power is removed from the EasyTouch system at the load center.

  • Page 31: Settings Menu: Intelliflo 4

    10 RPM. Right button: Move to the circuit names. Up/Down buttons: Assign the circuit: None, Spa, Pool, Aux1-7 (EasyTouch 8), Aux 1-3 (EasyTouch 4), Aux Extra (only available if Solar is not enabled - see page 31, Heater, Pool Heater, Spa Heater, Freeze, and Hi-Speed.

  • Page 32: Settings Menu: Intellichlor

    Settings Menu: IntelliChlor The IntelliChlor electronic chlorination system must be connected to the EasyTouch system to use the following IntelliChlor settings. While in normal operating mode (“Pool,” “Spa” mode or “Spa Fill (Spillway),” EasyTouch will control the chlorinator output level. When IntelliChlor is connected to the EasyTouch outdoor control panel, chlorination levels can only be changed from the outdoor control panel or the Indoor Control Panel.

  • Page 33: Settings Menu: Circuit Names

    Up/Down buttons: Select the circuit number 1 of 10 (1/10). The generic circuits Circuit Names Circuit #: 1/10 names are: Spa, Pool, Aux 1-7 (EasyTouch 8), Aux 1-3 (EasyTouch 4), Auxx (Aux Circuit : Extra). The circuit number (1/10) corresponds to its assigned circuit name. This name [SPA can be changed to suite the function.

  • Page 34: Easytouch Circuit Names

    EasyTouch Circuit Names AERATOR NOT USED Custom Circuit Names (11 characters maximum) AIR BLOWER OZONATOR AUX 1 PATH LIGHTS USERNAME-01 ____________________ AUX 2 PATIO LTS AUX 3 USERNAME-02 ____________________ PERIMETER L AUX 4 PG2000 USERNAME-03 ____________________ AUX 5 POND LIGHT AUX 6 POOL PUMP USERNAME-04...

  • Page 35: Settings Menu: Circuit Types

    Up/Down buttons: Choose the circuit and assign it a function. The generic circuits Circuit/ Type: [Spa names are: Spa [Master Spa], Pool [Master Pool], Aux 1-7 (EasyTouch 8), Aux 1-3 [MASTER SPA ] (EasyTouch 4), and Aux Extra. “Aux Extra” is only available if the Solar output (J17) Freeze: plug on the EasyTouch motherboard is not being used for solar equipment.

  • Page 36: Preset Circuit Types

    Preset Circuit Types l a i . c i l l a t i l i c i t o l l t l i f c t i c t i c t i c i t o l l t l i f c t i c t i...

  • Page 37: Settings Menu: Custom Names

    Up/Down buttons: Select a circuit to assign to Valve B. The generic circuits names are: None, Spa, Pool, Aux 1-7 (EasyTouch 8), Aux 1-3 (EasyTouch 4), Aux Extra and Heater. “Aux Extra” is only available if the Solar output (J17) plug on the EasyTouch motherboard is not being used for solar equipment.

  • Page 38: Settings Menu: 2-Speed Pump

    Up/Down buttons: Select the circuit to assign to a two-speed pump. The generic circuits names are: None, Spa, Pool, Aux 1- 7 (EasyTouch 8), Aux 1- 3 (EasyTouch 4), Aux Extra, Heater, Pool Heater, Spa Heater and Freeze. “Aux Extra” is only available if the Solar output (J17) plug on the EasyTouch motherboard is not being used for solar equipment.

  • Page 39: Settings Menu: Delays

    Solar To enable a solar heater and set the temperature start and run time settings: Up/Down buttons: Select Yes or No to enable solar (1/2). In order to display the Solar solar selection as a heat source on the main screen, select Yes. Enable: Right button: Move to the Heat Pump setting.

  • Page 40: Settings Menu: Is4 Spa-Side Remote Controller

    The generic circuits selections are: None, Spa, Pool, Aux 1-7 (EasyTouch 8), Aux 1-3 (EasyTouch 4), Aux Extra, Heat Boost and Heat Enable. Selecting “None” does not assign a circuit. “Aux Extra” is only available if the Solar output (J17) plug on the EasyTouch motherboard is not being used for solar equipment.

  • Page 41: Settings Menu: Quicktouch (Qt4) Wireless Remote

    The generic circuits selections are: None, Spa, Pool, Aux 1-7 (EasyTouch 8), Aux 1-3 (EasyTouch 4), Aux Extra, Heat Boost and Heat Enable. Selecting “None” does not assign a circuit. “Aux Extra” is only available if the Solar output (J17) plug on the EasyTouch motherboard is not being used for solar equipment.

  • Page 42: Settings Menu: Man Heat (Off/On)

    Settings Menu: Man Heat (Off/On) By default manual heat (Man Heat) is set to “On,” which allows your spa to begin to heat whenever it is manually switched on, (by pressing the Valves (V) button and Filter Pump button on the main control panel or the Spa button on the Indoor Control Panel), even if the Heat menu setting is set to “OFF”...

  • Page 43: Settings Menu: Erase Eeprom (Erase System Memory)

    Settings Menu: Erase EEPROM (Erase System Memory) EasyTouch system configuration data is stored and retained in “Flash” memory in an EEPROM located on the control panel motherboard and optional Indoor Control Panel. The EasyTouch user system configuration data can be erased to restore the factory defaults settings. System information automatically downloads from programmed components to non-programmed components in case of accidental memory loss and to ease board replacement.

  • Page 44: Diagnostics Menu: Software Rev

    Diagnostics Menu: Software Rev Displays the current software revision for the EasyTouch main control panel and the optional indoor control panel. Getting There ▼ DIAGNOSTICS ▼ SOFTWARE REV UIC: Displays the current software revision level for the indoor control panel. Software Rev UOC: Displays the current software revision level for the outdoor control panel.

  • Page 45: Diagnostics Menu: Self Test

    CLOSED” in the UART test to abort the UART test. This allows the test to complete with and display PASSED. Press the Right button to display the current software and bootloader revision levels EasyTouch 8 Soft: 1.02 for the EasyTouch indoor control panel.

  • Page 46: Diagnostics Menu: Chlorinator

    Diagnostics Menu: Chlorinator Displays the current IntelliChlor chlorination system status. For more information, refer to the IntelliChlor Electronic Chlorine Generator User’s Guide (P/N 520589). Getting There ▼ DIAGNOSTICS ▼ CHLORINATOR Chlorinator Press the Back button to return to the Settings menu options. Press the button Salt Level:3200ppm again to return to the main menu options or press again to return to the Main screen.

  • Page 47: Diagnostics Menu: Air Temp

    Diagnostics Menu: Air Temp Displays the current outside air temperature. Getting There ▼ DIAGNOSTICS ▼ AIR TEMP Air Temperature Press the Back button to return to the Settings menu options. Press the button again to return to the main menu options or press again to return to the Main screen. 72°...

  • Page 48: Diagnostics Menu: Flash Update

    Diagnostics Menu: Flash Update Use this feature to update the EasyTouch wireless control panel firmware. The unit must be connected to a personal computer (PC) in order to update the firmware. Press to exit the flash mode. Getting There ▼ DIAGNOSTICS ▼ FLASH UPDATE EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 49: Section 3: Troubleshooting

    (such as circuits with freeze protection, etc.). The second relay switches the pump from low speed to high speed. The default condition is low speed. Up to seven circuits (EasyTouch 8), three circuits (EasyTouch 4) may be assigned to trigger the pump to high speed. Note: These circuits do not switch the pump on.

  • Page 50: Easytouch Error Messages

    EasyTouch Error Messages Error Messages If the system detects that a sensor is not connected to the EasyTouch load center or it is defective, an error message is displayed in the “Diagnostics” menu. The following lists the sensor errors. . y l "...

  • Page 51: Maximum Programs Exceeded

    Maximum Programs Exceeded The “Maximum Programs Exceeded” message displays in the “Schedules” menu if you try to create a new program after exceeding the 12 program limit. To create a new program you must first delete an existing program. For information about deleting a program, refer to “Schedule Menu” on page 18. IntelliChlor Error Messages IntelliChlor status and error messages are displayed in the “Chlorinator”...

  • Page 52: System Problem Diagnosis

    System Problem Diagnosis Use the following information to resolve system problems. Problem: The system works in Service Mode, but Indoor Control Panel fails to operate. y f i o l l g i l i t c y f i s l i .

  • Page 53: Problem: The Quick Touch Remote Will Not Work, Or Will Not Work Dependably

    Problem: The Quick Touch remote will not work, or will not work dependably. g i l e i l y l t e l l c i t . l l i t c y f i l l a i t c g i l i t c...
  • Page 54 Problem: The Quick Touch remote will not work, or will not work dependably (Continued). t t i s t i c t i t t i y t i y l t y l t t t i t t i i a f n i l Synchronizing control panels...

  • Page 55: Section 4: Easytouch Indoor Control Panel Installation

    Section 4 EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel Installation Installing the EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel Use the following procedure to install the EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel. Read through the installation procedure before starting. The EasyTouch indoor control panel provided one touch controls for your pool, spa, lights and other functions from inside your home or a sheltered location.

  • Page 56: Easytouch Indoor Control Panel Cutout Template

    EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel Cut-Out Template Cut out template along dotted lines. Edge of Control Panel 3/16" Hole for Plastic Anchor DRILL HOLE FOR COMMUNICATION CABLE HERE 3/16" Hole for Plastic Anchor Edge of Control Panel EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel Template EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel Installation and User’s Guide...

  • Page 57: Cabling The Indoor Control Panel At The Load Center

    Cabling the Indoor Control Panel at the Load Center To connect the indoor control panel cable to the motherboard: 1. Turn off the main system power before making any connections. 2. Run a UL approved four conductor cable (22 AWG) from the indoor control panel to the Load Center.

  • Page 58: Mount And Cable The Easytouch Indoor Control Panel

    Mount and Cable the EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel To mount and connect the communication cable to the EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel: 1. Route the cable through the house wall to the location of the indoor control panel. Pull a working length of the communication cable out of the wall.
  • Page 59 3. Strip the leads of the communication cable wires ¼ in. Insert the four wires into the screw terminals. Make sure to match the color-coding of the four wires as shown on the screw terminal. 4. Feed the cable back into the wall so that the remainder left outside the wall fits behind the back plate. Mount the control panel back plate on the wall.

  • Page 60: Glossary

    Glossary Aux Extra: An additional auxiliary output circuit that uses the Solar socket (J17) on the EasyTouch motherboard. Uses the Down arrow button on the indoor control panel to switch circuit on and off. Only available if solar equipment is not being used. High Voltage Compartment: Large lower right compartment of Load Center for all high voltage wiring including circuit breakers, relays, and GFCI.
  • Page 61 Note EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 62 Note EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 64 P/N 520617 Rev B...
  • Page 65 EASYTOUCH CONTROL SYSTEM ® 8 AND 4 FOR POOL AND SPA USER’S GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 66 Contents IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................iii EasyTouch 8 or 4 System Kit Contents ......................v Accessory Equipment ........................... v Technical Support ............................vi Section 1 - EasyTouch Pool and Spa Control System Overview ............1 Operating EasyTouch ............................ 1 EasyTouch Systems .............................
  • Page 67 Contents (Continued) Settings Menu: IntelliFlo / IntelliPro pump) ....................31 How many IntelliFlo pumps will EasyTouch support? ..................31 Selecting the IntelliFlo PUMP TYPE ......................32 Connecting power to an IntelliFlo pump ......................32 Assigning an IntelliFlo VS 3050 pump address ....................32 IntelliFlo VS and VSF+SVRS Settings ......................

  • Page 68: Important Warnings And Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLERS, POOL OPERATORS AND POOL OWNERS MUST READ THESE WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUC- TIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. This Guide provides installation and operation instructions for the product. Consult Pentair Water Pool and Spa, Inc. with any questions regarding this product. This product is intended for use in swimming pool applications only.
  • Page 69 IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General Installation Information 1. All work must be performed by a licensed electrician, and must conform to all national, state, and local codes. 2. Install to provide drainage of compartment for electrical components. 3. If this system is used to control underwater lighting fixtures, a ground-fault interrupter (GFCI) must be provided for these fixtures.

  • Page 70: Accessory Equipment

    Water sensor with 25 foot cable, o-ring and hose clamp (P/N 520272) • Air sensor with 25 foot cable (P/N 520272) • EasyTouch 8 and EasyTouch 4 Pool and spa Control System Installation Guide (this manual) Optional Equipment ® •...

  • Page 71: Technical Support

    CANADIAN EASYTOUCH SYSTEMS 520914 EasyTouch 4P-C - Single Body (salt ready system, cell must be ordered separately) 520915 EasyTouch 8-C - Pool/Spa (salt ready system, cell must be ordered separately) 520911 IntelliChlor SCG IC20 cell for Canada 520912 IntelliChlor SCG IC40 cell for Canada...

  • Page 72: Section 1 - Easytouch Pool And Spa Control System Overview

    Welcome to the EasyTouch Pool and Spa Control system − The next generation in automatic control systems. The EasyTouch 8 or EasyTouch 4 system allows you to automatically control all of your spa and pool daily operations. Pool and spa service operations can be manually controlled from the EasyTouch outdoor control panel located at the pool equipment pad.
  • Page 73 QuickTouch II Spa-Side Remote IntelliChem Controller motherboard Wireless Remote (P/N 521176) P/N 521356 (Optional (P/N 521245) (Optional EasyTouch 8 Indoor (Optional Control Panel (P/N 520549) EasyTouch Outdoor Control Panel (Optional) Low Voltage (DC) circuit breakers ntelliChlor (SCG) circuit breaker • Pumps Filter, Cleaner, Spa Jet - 1.5 HP 120 VAC...
  • Page 74 ® EasyTouch Control System Outdoor Control Panel You can fully automate your pool, spa, and lighting operations from the EasyTouch control system outdoor control panel or from the optional EasyTouch control system indoor control panel and EasyTouch wireless control panel. The EasyTouch control system menu features let you create customized schedules for your pool and spa equipment, heat temperatures, and chlorination settings to switch on and off at a set day and time.
  • Page 75 Controls and buttons (Continued)  Use this button to access, save and exit from a current menu or sub-menu Menu/back button: settings. Also, while in a menu or sub-menu items, use this button to go back to a previous menu MENU level or item.
  • Page 76 39 for details. There are three auxiliary circuits (AUX 1- 3) on the EasyTouch 4 outdoor control panel and seven auxiliary circuits (AUX 1- 7) on EasyTouch 8 outdoor control panel. The Solar button can also be used for an “extra” auxiliary circuit if the Solar circuit is not being for solar equipment.
  • Page 77 SpaCommand Spa-Side Remote The optional 10-button SpaCommand spa-side remote can control ten pool/spa functions from the spa location. The spa temperature can be adjusted from the SpaCommand. The SpaCommand spa-side remote also supports IntelliFlo® pump speed and flow control. The remote is a double- insulated device for use with EasyTouch®, IntelliTouch®...
  • Page 78 “extra” auxiliary circuit if solar equipment is not being used Spa (Hi-Temp) Button: EasyTouch indoor control panel (EasyTouch 8) - (P/N 520549) Switches the filter pump on, rotates valve actuator (to isolate spa water from pool water), and switches the heater on.
  • Page 79 EasyTouch Control System Outdoor Control Panel Operating Modes The EasyTouch Control System can run in automatic mode or manual mode. Use the “Mode” button to switch the system from “Auto” mode (normal operating mode) to “Service” for manual operation and service purposes. Before operating EasyTouch, familiarize yourself with the LCD status messages and operating buttons.

  • Page 80: Quick Start Spa And Pool Operations

    Quick Start - Spa and Pool Operations (Shared Equipment) The following describes how to adjust heat temperature for the spa and pool water, schedule a daily run time for the pool/spa filter pump and control lights for shared equipment. Heat your spa or pool First enable the heat source (see “Adjust your spa heat settings”...

  • Page 81: Switch On Lights Manually And Synchronize Light Colors

    Switch on lights manually and synchronize light colors From the Lights screen you can manually switch all lights on or off, and synchronize colored lights. Up to 12 ® lights can be controlled. For more information about setting up lights, including IntelliBrite LED lights and ®...

  • Page 82: Schedule Start And Stop Times For Equipment

    Right button: Select the Spa or Pool circuit. You can also select any of the available   POOL circuits. The generic circuit names are: Spa, Pool, Aux 1-7 (EasyTouch 8), AUX 1 Feature 1-8, Aux 1-3 (EasyTouch 4) and Aux Extra. Aux Extra is only available if the AUX 2 ...

  • Page 83: Setting The Egg Timer Feature

    Right button: Select the Spa or Pool circuit. You can also select any of the available   POOL circuits. The generic circuit names are: Spa, Pool, Aux 1-7 (EasyTouch 8), AUX 1 Feature 1-8, Aux 1-3 (EasyTouch 4) and Aux Extra. Aux Extra is only available if the AUX 2 ...
  • Page 84 Note: The following setup steps assume that the EasyTouch Load Center is installed at the equipment pad and ready for operation. For EasyTouch Load Center installation instructions, refer to the EasyTouch 8 and 4 Load Center Installation Guide (P/N 520583). The recommended first time installation steps for the EasyTouch system are: 1.

  • Page 85: Easytouch Menus

    TIME: 12:00 (00:00 - 23:59) / DON'T STOP AUX 4 MODE: ONCE ONLY AUX 5 EASYTOUCH 8 08:00A (12:00 AM - 11:59 PM -12 HOURS) AUX 6 S M T W T F S (SELECT DAY OF THE WEEK TO RUN PROGRAM)
  • Page 86 EasyTouch Menus (Continued) DATE & TIME 1/2 - (MONTH/DAY/YEAR) - (DAY/HOUR/MINUTES/AM/PM) SETTINGS CLOCK DATE & TIMER 2/2 - DAYLIGHT SAVING: (AUTO/MANUAL) CLOCK ADJUST 00:00 (0 TO 300) - (-300 TO -5) IN 5 SCEOND INCREMENTS (OPTIONAL) INTELLIFLO PUMP #1 - PUMP TYPE [VF, VS, VSF, NONE] - VF: FILTR. CIRCUIT, FLOW (GPM), FILTERING, PRIMING, BACKWASH, VACUUM, STATUS PUMP #2 - PUMP TYPE [VF, VS, VSF, NONE] - VS: SPEEDS (RPM), PRIMING, STATUS - VSF: FLOW/SPEEDS (RPM/GPM), STATUS INTELLICHLOR INTELLICHLOR 1/2 - ENABLE (YES/NO), POOL MODE: 0 - 100 % (50% default) SPA MODE: 0% (2% default)

  • Page 87: Main Screen

    EasyTouch Menus From the EasyTouch control panel menus you can schedule everyday pool/spa, heating, filtration and cleaning. Lights and laminars can also be scheduled to switch on and off at specific times. The “Settings” and “Schedule” menus are typically used most often for daily spa and pool operations. The “Settings” menu is used by the pool installer to setup installed equipment which is connected to each output relay (filter pump, auxiliary relays, heater, valves, lights, etc.).

  • Page 88: Feature Circuits Menu

    Feature Circuits Menu There are eight (8) “Feature Circuits” that can be used to control IntelliFlo pump speeds or valves actuators for a spa spillway. Unlike an auxiliary relay circuit, a “Feature” circuit does not connect directly to a relay. “Feature”...

  • Page 89: Lights Menu

    From the Lights screen you can manually switch all lights on or off, and synchronize colored lights. Up to eight (8) lights (EasyTouch 8) or 4 lights (EasyTouch 4) can be independently controlled from the Lights screen. Each light requires a separate auxiliary relay circuit. Up to four lights can be assigned on each auxiliary circuit.

  • Page 90: Setting Up Lights

    IntelliChlor to select AUX 1 to choose this circuit for a light circuit On/Off button. The generic Circuit Names circuits names are: Spa, Pool, Aux 1-7 (EasyTouch 8), Aux 1-3 (EasyTouch 4), Circuit Func.  FEATURE 1-8 (Ft. 1-8), AuxX (Aux Extra). The circuit number (1/18) corresponds Circuit Names ...

  • Page 91: Setting Up Lights

    From the Lights screen you can manually switch all lights on or off, synchronize colored lights, and activate color light shows. Up to eight (EasyTouch 8) or four (EasyTouch 4) light circuits can be configured from the “Config” light menu. Each light must have its own relay and separate circuit.

  • Page 92: Modes (Color Set)

    (Continued) Modes (Color Set) The “Color Set” feature allows any combination of up to eight (EasyTouch 8) or four (EasyTouch 4) IntelliBrite lights, and SAm, SAL and or Fiberworks lighting to be preset to specific colors. Fixed light colors are selected and activated from the Colors screen.

  • Page 93: Setting Up Sam, Sal, Pg2000, Color Wheel Lights

    From the “Config” screen you can setup the IntelliBrite light position, and specify the color of each pool and spa light. Any combination of up to eight (EasyTouch 8) or four (EasyTouch 4) IntelliBrite lights, SAM, SAL and or Fiberworks lights can be preset for specific colors and position when using the “Color Swim” and “Color Set”...

  • Page 94: Setting Up Magicstream Laminars

    IntelliChlor to select AUX 1 to choose this circuit for the MagicStream laminar circuit On/Off Circuit Names button. The generic circuits names are: Spa, Pool, Aux 1-7 (EasyTouch 8), Aux 1-3 Circuit Func.  (EasyTouch 4), FEATURE 1-8 (Ft. 1-8), AuxX (Aux Extra).
  • Page 95 Using the MagicStream Laminar Features The MagicStream laminar features are displayed in the MagicStream menu. Each time a MagicStream laminar feature is activated, it resumes with the same features in operation as when last switched off. The MagicStream features are as follows: Toggle Thumper - Pressing this button creates a "wrinkle"...

  • Page 96: Heat Menu

    Heat Menu Use the heat menu settings to specify the set point temperature and select the heat source for the pool and spa water. The water will begin to heat whenever the heater is manually switched on, (by pressing the Valves (V) button (on the Outdoor Control Panel) or the “Pool”...

  • Page 97: Delay Cancel Menu

    Delay Cancel Menu Use the Delay Cancel feature for service or testing purposes. For convenience, on a onetime basis, the Delay Cancel feature will cancel the following safety delays. Please note, generally there is no need to cancel any of the following delays except for servicing or testing the system.

  • Page 98: Schedules Menu

    Schedules Menu Use the Schedules menu to create programs to schedule start and stop times to automatically run equipment, such as pumps and lights. Any circuit can be programmed to switch on and off at a specific time on every or any specific day of the week.
  • Page 99 Schedules Menu (Continued) Schedule your spa/pool pump to turn on Use the Schedule feature to set the time and day(s) when to switch the filter pump on and rotate the pool or spa valves into the “Spa” or “Pool” position. The heater will automatically heat the spa or pool water up to the set point temperature as set in the “Heat”...

  • Page 100: Using The Once Only Feature

    Using the Once Only feature The “Once Only” feature allows you to program a circuit to switch on at a particular time and day on a onetime basis. A typical use for this feature is to have the spa and heater switch on before you get home from work for one evening.

  • Page 101: Using The Egg Timer (Countdown) Feature

    Using the Egg Timer (countdown) Feature The “Egg Timer” feature allows you switch off a circuit automatically after a specified time. The time period is from one minute to 24 hours or run continuously. The “Egg Timer” (countdown) feature is useful for switching off lighting and spa therapy jets.

  • Page 102: Settings Menu: Clock

    Settings Menu: Clock Use the Clock menu to set the EasyTouch system date and time. The day, time and AM/PM is displayed on the main screen. The system clock settings are used for the EasyTouch system scheduled operations. The EasyTouch system clock will continue to run if power is removed from the EasyTouch system at the load center.

  • Page 103: Selecting The Intelliflo Pump Type

    ® Settings Menu: IntelliFlo (Continued) Connecting power to an IntelliFlo pump The IntelliFlo pump is designed to be permanently connected to its power source. Typically the pump receives power directly from the circuit breaker. No contactor or motor starter is required. The drive controls the starting and stopping of the pump.

  • Page 104: Intelliflo Vs And Vsf+Svrs Settings

    Up/Down buttons: Assign the pump circuit: NONE, SPA, POOL, AUX 1-7, Circuit: [ AUX 1  FEATURE 1-8 (EasyTouch 8), AUX 1-3 (EasyTouch 4), FEATURE CIRCUITS C GPM: 30 1200 RPM 12 W 1-8, AUX EXTRA (only if Solar is not selected, see page 46), HEATER, Watts: 10 POOL HEATER, SPA HEATER, FREEZE, POOL/SPA, and SOLAR/HEAT.
  • Page 105 IntelliFlo VS and VSF+SVRS Settings (Continued) INTELLIFLO VS PRIMING SETTING:  Pump Type Speeds Down button: Choose SPEEDS.  Priming Right button: Access the priming settings. Status  Up/Down button: Adjust the priming time from 0 to 5 minutes.  Pump Priming Right button: Move to SPEED (RPM) to change the pump speed.
  • Page 106 IntelliFlo VF 3050 Pump Settings To access the IntelliFlo VF menu settings: Getting There MENU SETTINGS INTELLIFLO PUMP # 1 Up/Down button: Choose Pump #1 (or Pump #2) to access the IntelliFlo VF pump settings. If the VF pump is assigned to Pump #2 circuit, be sure to change the pump to “ADDRESS 2”...
  • Page 107 IntelliFlo VF 3050 Pump Settings (Continued) Priming - Max Prime Time: (1 - 15 minutes) Default 15 min.: Use this parameter to set the time that you want IntelliFlo try and prime before it reports an error. Remember that the IntelliFlo will attain prime every time it starts and goes through this cycle.

  • Page 108: Settings Menu: Intellichlor

    Settings Menu: IntelliChlor While the EasyTouch system is in normal operating mode (“Pool,” “Spa” mode or “Spa Fill (Spillway),” it will control the IntelliChlor chlorine output level. The amount of chlorine introduced into the pool is determined by the amount of salt in the water, water temperature, and the amount of time the pool pump is running in “Pool” mode.

  • Page 109: Settings Menu: Intellichem

    ® Settings Menu: IntelliChem IntelliChem provides the EasyTouch system with continual analysis of your swimming pool water sanitation and pH levels, providing real-time status information to dispense the proper amount of muriatic acid (pH reducer) and chlorine or bromine for the correct sanitization and pH balance. IntelliChem operates with or without a salt chlorine generator to provide a self-replenishing supply of chlorine generated from salt.
  • Page 110 SAT INDEX: The Saturation Index (SI), also called the Langelier Index, is a chemical equation or formula used to diagnose the water balance in the pool. The Saturation Index formula is SI = pH + TF + CF + AF - 12.1. To calculate the Saturation Index, you must first test the pool water for pH, temperature, calcium hardness, and total alkalinity.

  • Page 111: Settings Menu: Heat Pump Com (Ultratemp Heat Pump)

    ® Settings Menu: Heat Pump COM (UltraTemp Heat Pump) Heat Pump Com screen From the Heat Pump Com screen you can view the current UltraTemp® operation status, and set the unit to operate with for heating only, cooling only, or both heating and cooling if the unit is reversible. Connection from UltraTemp is via the COM PORT on the EasyTouch motherboard.

  • Page 112: Settings Menu: Circuit Names

    1/18 to select AUX 1. The generic circuits names are: Spa (1/18), Pool (2/18), Aux Circuit 1-7 (EasyTouch 8), Aux 1-3 (EasyTouch 4), Ft 1. (10/18) - Ft. 8 (17/18), AuxX [SPA JET  (18/18 - Aux Extra). The circuit number 1/18 corresponds to its assigned circuit name.

  • Page 113: Easytouch Circuit Names

    EasyTouch Circuit Names AERATOR MALIBU LTS Custom Circuit Names (11 characters maximum) AIR BLOWER MIST AUX 1 MUSIC USERNAME-01 ____________________ AUX 2 NOT USED USERNAME-02 ____________________ AUX 3 OZONATOR AUX 4 PATH LIGHTS USERNAME-03 ____________________ AUX 5 PATIO LTS AUX 6 PERIMETER L USERNAME-04 ____________________...

  • Page 114: Settings Menu: Circuit Functions

    POOL [MASTER POOL - Freeze protection on by default], AUX 1-7 Freeze: Yes  (EasyTouch 8), AUX 1-3 (EasyTouch 4), FEATURE 1-8 and AUX EXTRA or Circuit/Func.:  SOLAR (if enabled in the Solar menu). AUX EXTRA is only available if the...

  • Page 115: Preset Circuit Functions

    Preset Circuit Functions l a i . c i c r i t i u h t i l l a i l i e i t h t i c i t o l l t l i f n i t h t i c i t...

  • Page 116: Settings Menu: Custom Names

     names are: The generic circuits names are: NONE, SPA, POOL, AUX 1-7 A: [CLEANER (EasyTouch 8), AUX 1-3 (EasyTouch 4), FEATURE 1-8, AUX EXTRA (or SOLAR) B: [FOUNTAIN  and HEATER. USED SOLAR is displayed when SOLAR is enabled from the Solar Set Valves ...

  • Page 117: Settings Menu: 2-Speed Pump

     Up/Down buttons: Select the circuit to assign to a two-speed pump. The generic circuits names are: NONE, SPA, POOL, AUX 1-7 (EasyTouch 8), AUX 1-3 (EasyTouch 4), FEATURE 1-8, SOLAR, HEATER, POOL HEATER, SPA HEATER and FREEZE. AUX EXTRA is displayed only available if the Solar output (J17) plug on the EasyTouch motherboard is not being used for solar equipment.

  • Page 118: Settings Menu: Delays

    Solar Press the Up/Down button to select which solar screen to view. Press the Right Solar  button to select the setting and the Up/Down button to change a setting or value. Enable: Screen (1/3): ENABLE SOLAR: Is the pool using solar heat? Select Yes or No to Heat Pump: No ...

  • Page 119: Settings Menu: F° / C° (Fahrenheit/Celsius)

    The generic circuits are: NONE, SPA, POOL, AUX 1-7 (EasyTouch 8), AUX 1-3 (EasyTouch 4), FEATURE 1-8, SOLAR (if selected in “Heat” menu), AUX EXTRA, HEAT BOOST, HEAT ENABLED, PUMP INCRS, PUMP DECRS.

  • Page 120: Settings Menu: 10 Button Spa-Side Remote Controller

     button on the iS4. The generic circuits are: NONE, SPA, POOL, AUX 1-7 (EasyTouch 8), AUX 1-3 (EasyTouch 4), FEATURE 1-8, AUX EXTRA (or SOLAR if selected in “Heat” menu), HEAT BOOST and HEAT ENABLED. “Aux Extra” is displayed only available if the Solar output (J17) plug on the EasyTouch motherboard is not being used for solar equipment.

  • Page 121: Settings Menu: 10 Button Pump Cntrl

    Settings Menu: 10 Button Pump Cntrl From this menu setting you can specify the IntelliFlo VS, VF and VSF pump speed (RPM, GPM) in step increments, for the assigned iS4, iS10 or SpaCommand button using the “Pump Incrs” or “Pump Decrs” circuit (see page 48 and 49).

  • Page 122: Settings Menu: Quicktouch (Qt4) Wireless Remote

    Use these buttons to scroll through the circuit names and find the circuit that you would like to assign to the first button. The generic circuits are: NONE, SPA, POOL, AUX 1-7 (EasyTouch 8), AUX 1-3 (EasyTouch 4), FEATURE 1-8, AUX EXTRA (or SOLAR if selected in “Heat” menu), HEAT BOOST and HEAT ENABLED.

  • Page 123: Settings Menu: Man Heat (Off/On)

    Settings Menu: Man Heat (Off/On) By default manual heat (Man Heat) is set to “On,” which allows your spa to begin to heat whenever it is manually switched on, (by pressing the Valves (V) button and Filter Pump (F) button on the outdoor control panel or the Spa button on the Indoor Control Panel), even if the Heat menu setting is set to “OFF”...

  • Page 124: Settings Menu: Erase Eeprom (Erase System Memory)

    Settings Menu: Erase EEPROM (Erase System Memory) EasyTouch system configuration data is stored and retained in “Flash” memory in an EEPROM located on the control panel motherboard and optional Indoor Control Panel. The EasyTouch user system configuration data can be erased to restore the factory defaults settings. System information automatically downloads from programmed components to non-programmed components in case of accidental memory loss and to ease board replacement.

  • Page 125: Settings Menu: Wireless Addr

    Settings Menu: Wireless Addr Use this feature to assign the EasyTouch wireless control panel a unique communication address to allow the wireless device to operate with the EasyTouch outdoor control panel (see page 66). Wireless Addr Getting There MENU SETTINGS WIRELESS ADDR Press Right arrow button To search and lock on to the EasyTouch wireless control panel: Right button: Press this button to automatically search and lock on to the EasyTouch Address Wireless...

  • Page 126: Spa Side [Off/On]

    Spa Side [Off/On] Enable or disable the iS4 Spa Side remote. This feature is useful for families with young children or when you go on vacation. It allows you to switch off the iS4 Spa Side remote at the control panel so that the remote cannot be used.

  • Page 127: Diagnostics Menu: Self Test

    Diagnostics Menu: Self Test Tests the control panel LCD and buttons. Follow the on-screen prompts to perform the tests. Getting There MENU DIAGNOSTICS SELF TEST Note: If the Indoor Control Panel is connected to the EasyTouch outdoor control panel, select “LINK CLOSED”...

  • Page 128: Diagnostics Menu: Chlorinator

    Diagnostics Menu: Chlorinator Displays the current IntelliChlor chlorination system status. For more information, refer to the IntelliChlor Electronic Chlorine Generator User’s Guide (P/N 520589). Getting There MENU DIAGNOSTICS CHLORINATOR Menu: Press this button to return to the Settings menu options. Press the button Chlorinator ...

  • Page 129: Diagnostics Menu: Air Temp

    Diagnostics Menu: Air Temp Displays the current outside air temperature. Getting There MENU DIAGNOSTICS AIR TEMP Press the Menu button to return to the Settings menu options. Press the button again Air Temperature  to return to the main menu options or press again to return to the main screen. 72°...

  • Page 130: Section 3 - Troubleshooting

    (such as circuits with freeze protection, etc.). The second relay switches the pump from low speed to high speed. The default condition is low speed. Up to seven circuits (EasyTouch 8), three circuits (EasyTouch 4) may be assigned to trigger the pump to high speed. Note: These circuits do not switch the pump on.

  • Page 131: Easytouch Error Messages

    EasyTouch Error Messages Error Messages If the system detects that a sensor is not connected to the EasyTouch load center or it is defective, an error message is displayed in the “Diagnostics” menu. The following lists the sensor errors. . y l "...

  • Page 132: Intellichlor Error Messages

    Maximum Programs Exceeded The “Maximum Programs Exceeded” message displays in the “Schedules” menu if you try to create a new program after exceeding the 12 program limit. To create a new program you must first delete an existing program. For information about deleting a program, refer to “Schedule Menu” on page 27. IntelliChlor Error Messages IntelliChlor status and error messages are displayed in the “Chlorinator”...

  • Page 133: System Problem Diagnosis

    System Problem Diagnosis Use the following information to resolve system problems. Problem: The system works in Service Mode, but Indoor Control Panel fails to operate. y f i o i t o i t / l e o l l g i l i t c y f i...
  • Page 134 Problem: The Quick Touch remote will not work, or will not work dependably. g i l e i l y l t e l l c i t . l l i t c y f i l l a i t c g i l i t c...
  • Page 135 Problem: The Quick Touch remote will not work, or will not work dependably (Continued). t i n e t l t t i r i c s t i h t i n i t t t i t i n e t l , e t n i t...

  • Page 136: First Time System Start-Up

    Check that the following plugs are seated correctly on the EasyTouch Load Center motherboard. For connector locations, refer to the EasyTouch System Wiring Diagram on page 64. • Relay connectors - FLTR PUMP - AUX 1 - 7 (EasyTouch 8), AUX 1 - 3 (EasyTouch 4) • Temperature sensors connectors - WATER, SOLAR, AIR •...

  • Page 137: Setting Up The Easytouch Wireless Control Panel For The First Time

    Setting up the EasyTouch wireless control panel for the first time Setting up the EasyTouch wireless control panel In order for the EasyTouch wireless control panel to communicate with the EasyTouch system outdoor control panel, the first time the wireless device is powered up it must first be assigned a unique communication address.

  • Page 138: Synchronizing Control Panels

    Synchronizing control panels If the EasyTouch outdoor control panel was previously setup with specific pool and spa information and an additional indoor or wireless control panel with factory default information is installed, during the installation process the outdoor control panel will automatically download the system information to the connected control panel.

  • Page 139: Glossary

    Glossary Aux Extra: An additional auxiliary output circuit that uses the Solar socket (J17) on the EasyTouch motherboard. Uses the Solar button on the outdoor control panel to switch circuit on and off. Only available if solar equipment is not being used. COM port: RS-485 communication port for connection to iS10 and SpaCommand spa-side remote controller, UltraTemp heat pump, EasyTouch Indoor Control Panel, IntelliChlor, IntelliChem, IntelliFlo and QuickTouch RF transceiver.
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