hurlcon MX 125 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

hurlcon MX 125 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Mx series pool & spa heater genus iv

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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Melbourne:
Sydney:
Ph: (03) 9765 9700
Ph: (02) 9853 2100
Fax: (03) 9765 9770
Fax: (02) 9853 2170
Rev 173-0807
MX Series Pool
& Spa Heater
Genus IV
INDOOR AND OUTDOOR MODELS
AstralPool Australia Pty. Limited. A.B.N. 97 007 284 504
www.astralpool.com.au
Information and specifications subject to change without notice.
Brisbane:
Ph: (07) 3308 5400
Fax: (07) 3308 5470
email:
service@astralpool.com.au
Gold Coast
Ph: (07) 5552 2600
Fax: (07) 5552 2670
Adelaide:
Perth:
Ph: (08) 8349 2500
Ph: (08) 9350 2600
Fax: (08) 8349 2500
Fax: (08) 9350 2670

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  • Page 1 MX Series Pool & Spa Heater Genus IV INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INDOOR AND OUTDOOR MODELS AstralPool Australia Pty. Limited. A.B.N. 97 007 284 504 www.astralpool.com.au email: service@astralpool.com.au Information and specifications subject to change without notice. Melbourne: Sydney: Brisbane: Gold Coast Adelaide: Perth: Ph: (03) 9765 9700...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Introduction Introduction Notice to Installers Safety Rules Operation Lighting Instructions Operating Instructions Turning Gas Off Chemical Balance Corrosion Prevention in Heaters Digital Thermostat Operation Fault Indication Maintenance Maintenance Instructions Energy saving Tips Winter Operation Installation Flow Rates Water Connections Plumbing Diagram Heater Dimensions Indoor Installation...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    The Hurlcon MX Series Heater is an efficient gas fired pool and spa heater. It is equipped with features that take advantage of new technology developed exclusively by AstralPool.
  • Page 4: Operation

    LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS For your safety – read before lighting This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light the pilot by hand. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
  • Page 5: Corrosion Prevention In Heaters

    These comments are intended as a guide only and are not definitive answers or recommendations on pool water chemistry. Hurlcon’s intention is to provide a little understanding of the potential problems of water chemistry and the dangers of corrosion to heaters (and other pool equipment and fittings).
  • Page 6: Digital Thermostat Operation

    DIGITAL THERMOSTAT OPERATION HURLCON ○ ON/OFF POOL/SPA WARM COOL HURLCON DESCRIPTION The sophisticated digital thermostat provides temperature read out, set point temperature and operating status of the heater. The electronic display indicates the operational status of the heater and any fault conditions.
  • Page 7: Fault Indication

    FAULT INDICATION Under fault conditions the thermostat display will indicate a set of alpha numeric symbols to indicate the status of the heater. The meaning of each symbol and action to be taken are listed as follows: SYMBOL MEANING ACTION Temp Display Unit has power.
  • Page 8: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE It is recommended that you check the following at least every six months and at the beginning of every swimming season. 1. Examine the balanced flue or indoor draught diverter. Make sure there are no obstructions to the flow of air to, or flue products from, the appliance. 2.
  • Page 9: Installation

    AS5601. FLOW RATES The Hurlcon MX Series Pool Heater requires a minimum of 150 litres per minute flow and the maximum permissible flow rate is 450 litres per minute. For flow rates in excess of 450 litres per minute, an external by-pass valve must be fitted.
  • Page 10: Heater Dimensions

    If the MX Heater is to be installed indoors, an indoor draught hood kit must be purchased from AstralPool and installed on the Hurlcon MX Heater to convert it to an indoor model. Product code numbers for draught hoods are:...
  • Page 11: Ventilation

    Lower grille for fresh ● air ventilation An indoor draught diverter must be purchased from Hurlcon and fitted to unit in accordance with AstralPool’s instructions and Installation Codes before the heater can be enclosed. MX Pool and Spa Heater Page 11...
  • Page 12: Clearances

    Do not store chemicals or fuel in the same room as the gas heater. This may cause fire or explosion. When installing in a garage the Hurlcon MX Series Heater must be installed 450 mm above floor level. CLEARANCES The heater must be installed at least 500 mm from any combustible surface.
  • Page 13: Electrical Connection

    PRESSURE SWITCH ADJUSTMENT The Hurlcon MX Series Pool Heater incorporates a water pressure switch which allows the burner to operate only when the circulating pump is operating. It is imperative that the following be undertaken by the person who is commissioning (first starting) your pool or spa heater.
  • Page 14: Starting The Heater

    To adjust pressure switch: a) Connect the heater to mains power supply b) Turn pump off. c) Slide toggle on side of pressure switch down to allow knurled wheel to be turned. d) Turn knurled wheel anti-clockwise (as viewed from above) until “θ” is displayed. e) Turn knurled wheel clockwise until “θ”...
  • Page 15: Testing Burner Pressure

    13. Replace front access panel. Maximum inlet gas pressure is: Natural Gas 3.5 kPa Propane Gas 3.5 kPa ULPG 3.5 kPa Nominal burner pressure is: MX 125 MX 150 MX 200 MX 250 MX 300 MX 400 MX 500 Natural Gas 0.82 kPa 0.82 kPa...
  • Page 16: Gas Conversion

    13. Re-install burner assembly and reconnect gas supply. 14. Check gas system for leaks. 15. Commence lighting procedure as described above. 16. Adjust burner pressure as described above. MX 125 MX 150 MX 200 MX 250 MX 300 MX 400 GAS TYPE INJECTOR SIZE BURNER PRESSURE...
  • Page 17: Gas Pipe Sizing Tables

    VICTORIA Maximum run of copper pipe with average number of fittings Model 20 mm 25 mm 32 mm 40 mm 50 mm MX 125 25 m 90 m 260 m 320 m MX 150 14 m 50 m 140 m...
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Shut off gas supply and call for service Heat exchanger scaled Shut off gas supply and call for service If the heater cannot be made to perform correctly, please contact the Hurlcon office closest to you. MX Pool and Spa Heater Page 18...
  • Page 19: Mx Series (Except Mx 500)

    MX SERIES WIRING DIAGRAM (MX 125,150,200.250,300,400) Jack Genus IV Thermostat 6 Pin Plug Sensor Hi Limit Hi Limit N/C 55˚ N/C 45˚ Flame Violet Rollout Sensor Pressure Switch Brown White Orange Gas valve Transformer Ignitor/Flame sensor A N E Earth Post...
  • Page 20: Mx 500 - Honeywell Ignition Control

    MX 500 WIRING DIAGRAM (Honeywell Ignition control) Combination Valve Jack Flame Rollout Sensor Genus IV Thermostat 6 Pin Plug Sensor Hi Limit Hi Limit N/C 55˚ N/C 45˚ Violet Pressure Switch Brown Brown Honeywell S8605H Transformer A N E Earth Post MX Pool and Spa Heater Page 20...
  • Page 21: Mx 500 - Ram Ignition Control

    MX 500 WIRING DIAGRAM (RAM Ignition Control) Combination Valve Flame Jack Rollout Sensor Genus IV Thermostat 6 Pin Plug Sensor Hi Limit Hi Limit N/C 55˚ N/C 45˚ Violet Pressure Switch Brown Ignitor RAM Module 5EM7-01 Transformer A N E Earth Post Ignition Block MX Pool and Spa Heater...
  • Page 22: Terms And Conditions

    Notes: MX Pool and Spa Heater Page 22...
  • Page 23 Notes: MX Pool and Spa Heater Page 23...
  • Page 24 FIVE YEAR PRO RATA WARRANTY AstralPool cover your Hurlcon MX Series pool and spa heater with a limited 5 year Pro Rata warranty against defective materials and workmanship from the date of purchase (plus 30 days to allow for installation).

This manual is also suitable for:

Mx 150Mx 200Mx 250Mx 300Mx 400Mx 500

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