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Installation Manual
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Read this document before operating / installing this product
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LTP0098 REV 2e

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  • Page 1 ® AquaCal Installation Manual Important Read this document before operating / installing this product For additional product manuals and operation / installation procedures, please visit www.AquaCal.com LTP0098 REV 2e...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Contacting AquaCal AutoPilot, Inc. Safety Instructions 1 - Installation 1.1 Positioning Equipment 1.2 Clearances 1.3 Plumbing 1.3.a Plumbing Requirements 1.3.b Plumbing Diagrams 1.3.c Water Connections to Heat Pump 1.3.d In-Line Chlorine Feeders 1.3.e Water Flow Rates 1.3.f Adjusting Water Flow Using ΔT (Delta-T) 1.3.g Maintaining Ability to Winterize...
  • Page 4: Contacting Aquacal Autopilot, Inc

    Repair and service of heat pump must be performed by an authorized service center. Warranties may be voided if the equipment has been improperly installed, maintained or serviced. If service is deemed necessary, please see "Contacting AquaCal AutoPilot, Inc." on page 1. SAFETY SIGNALS Throughout this document, safety signals have been placed where particular attention is required.
  • Page 5 Failure to heed the following may result in injury or death. WARNING Installation and repairs must be performed by a qualified technician. The heat pump contains refrigerant under pressure. Repairs to the refrigerant circuit must not be attempted by untrained and / or unqualified individuals. Service must be performed only by qualified HVAC technicians. Recover refrigerant before opening the system.
  • Page 6: Installation

    1 - Installation Failure to heed the following may result in injury or death. WARNING Installation of this equipment by anyone other than a qualified installer can result in a safety hazard. The information contained throughout the "Installation" section is intended for use by qualified installation technicians familiar with the swimming Pool / Spa safety standards.
  • Page 7: Clearances

    See "Bypass Valve Kit (# STK0135)" on page 28. ® For additional guidance testing water flow rates, please contact AquaCal A safety enhancing "Over Temperature Alarm" kit is strongly recommended for all spa applications. See "Over Temperature Alarm Kit" on page 29.
  • Page 8: Plumbing Diagrams

    The basic plumbing configurations for typical installations are shown. ® If the installation does not closely follow any of the supplied plumbing diagrams, AquaCal Technical Support is available for installation advice and guidance. Confirm water provided to heat pump is clean and filtered.
  • Page 9 Heat Pump with Spillover Spa (One filter Pump) Heat Pump with Spillover Spa (Two filter Pumps) Heat Pump with Solar Panels in Plumbing Circuit Page - 6...
  • Page 10: Water Connections To Heat Pump

    Heat Pump union sizes are specified on diagrams. Connections to site plumbing are made via PVC solvent cement to the female slip socket of the plumbing unions. ® Plumbing unions are available from AquaCal Failure to heed the following may result in damage to equipment. NOTICE Do not use glue on the threaded portion of the equipment’s unions.
  • Page 11: In-Line Chlorine Feeders

    ® HeatWave SuperQuiet SQ120R, SQ125, SQ145, SQ166R, SQ225 ® ® TropiCal T035, T055, T075 TropiCal T090, T115, T135 1.3.d In-Line Chlorine Feeders Place in-line chlorinators downstream from the heat pump and as low in elevation as possible. If an erosion type feeder is used, it is recommended that a Hartford Loop be installed to protect internal heat pump components.
  • Page 12: Water Flow Rates

    1.3.e Water Flow Rates Maintain water flow rates as indicated. Please note, these specifications relate to the heat pump only. Code- specified whole system turnover rates must be satisfied. Failure to heed the following may result in damage to equipment. NOTICE Water flow exceeding maximum flow rates will negatively affect the total pool filtration performance and may damage the heat pump.
  • Page 13: Adjusting Water Flow Using Δt (Delta-T)

    1.3.f Adjusting Water Flow Using ΔT (Delta-T) The Delta-T is the temperature difference between the water temperatures entering and leaving the heat pump. The equipment can be fine-tuned for maximum performance by balancing water flow rates to maintain an ideal ∆T. Installed temperature ports are required to perform the following procedures.
  • Page 14: Maintaining Ability To Winterize

    Table 1 - Temperature Chart PLEASE NOTE - Temperature differences are based on pool water temperatures of 69° to 75° F. ® For water temperatures outside this range, contact AquaCal . See "Contacting AquaCal AutoPilot, Inc." on page 1. 1.3.g Maintaining Ability to Winterize Do not glue the threaded portion of the unions.
  • Page 15: Electrical

    Therefor a water flow switch must be used in place of a water pressure switch to determine if incoming water is being sent to the heat pump. See "Grid Flow Switch (# 0040S)" on page 29. 9. If heat pump continues to operate without water flow, contact AquaCal ®...
  • Page 16 Electrical Standards Standards Title NFPA 70 The electrical installation must conform to the current version of the NEC, and all applicable local and state codes NFPA 70 Article 440 Standard for Safety for Electric Spas, Equipment Assemblies, and Associated Equipment NFPA 70 Article 680 Standard for Safety for Swimming Pool Pumps, Filters, and Chlorinators...
  • Page 17 Minimum and Maximum Operating Voltage The heat pump must operate within specified voltages. Failure to heed the following may result in damage to equipment. NOTICE Operating equipment under higher or lower voltage conditions may result in damage to your compressor, motors or other electrical components.
  • Page 18: Incoming Power Access Holes

    1.4.b Incoming Power Access Holes ® (HeatWave SuperQuiet SQ120R, SQ125, SQ145, SQ166R and SQ225) ® ® (TropiCal T035, T055 (TropiCal T090, T115 and T075) and T135) Page - 15...
  • Page 19: Access Panels

    1.4.c Access Panels ® HeatWave SuperQuiet ® TropiCal 1.4.d Verifying Transformer Setting Transformer voltage must be confirmed and set correctly depending on the measured voltage found on the site. Incorrect settings may cause heat pump damage. The following procedure will allow the installer to set the heat pump's transformer for the appropriate site voltage.
  • Page 20: Three-Phase Adjustment

    3. When heat pump starts, disconnect power and verify off. Then confirm all line voltage connections are securely tightened. Reconnect power. ® If heat pump does not start, contact AquaCal for further assistance. See "Contacting AquaCal AutoPilot, Inc." on page 1.
  • Page 21: Connecting An External Controller

    Equipment Model Numbers Schematic # 1.4.f Connecting an External Controller To support a direct connection to an external controller, AquaCal ® heat pumps are equipped with optional terminal blocks. These terminals are on the microprocessor located on the low-voltage side of the electrical enclosure.
  • Page 22: Programming For An External Controller

    Two-wire controller (with internal thermostat): 1. Deactivate power to heat pump. 2. Remove heat pump electrical access panel. 3. Route the control wiring to the low voltage side of the electrical enclosure. Follow all National Electric Codes (NEC) unless State or Local guidelines supersede. 4.
  • Page 23 Using JAO interface Press "Up" or Press "Up" and Press "Pool / Spa" Press "Pool / Spa" "Down" to "Down" buttons button once. button until LOC is passcode. Default is simultaneously until displayed. "17". CF1 appears. Press the "Pool / Press "Up"...
  • Page 24: Service Level Programming

    Re-programming all custom site condition settings will be required when using this reset. For further assistance, please see "Contacting AquaCal AutoPilot, Inc." on page 1. PLEASE NOTE - Before changing multiple program options, it is recommended that the user lock option be disabled.
  • Page 25: Service Level Factory Defaults

    1.5.a Service Level Factory Defaults Certain programming options have been preset at the factory. These options can be overwritten for certain site- specific conditions. Table 3 - Default Program Parameters Chart Default Code Description Range Value Call-Flex Set to off at the factory. Options Pool Dead- Band...
  • Page 26: Enter Service Level Programming

    1.5.b Enter Service Level Programming Press "Up" or Press "Up" and Press "Pool / Spa" Press "Pool / Spa" "Down" to "Down" buttons button once. button until LOC is passcode. Default is simultaneously until displayed. "17". CF1 appears. Programming for a Relay Switch Configure heat pump for a relay or flow switch.
  • Page 27: Cleaning Equipment After Installation

    DO NOT perform this operation if unsure of site specific settings or how to reset them on the heat pump. If a qualified technician is unavailable, please see "Contacting AquaCal AutoPilot, Inc." on page 1. 1. Simultaneously Press "Pool / Spa" button and "Up" button until the display shows 888 .
  • Page 28 APPROVED POLISHING AGENTS Simoniz ® ® Glo-Coat Armor All ® Protectant Table 5 - Polishing Agents • The trademarks used in approved cleaning and polishing agents are property of their owners and are not related to AquaCal ® Page - 25...
  • Page 29: Appendix

    2 - Appendix 2.1 Identifying Model Specifications 1. Find Data Plate - The data plate is usually posted on the side of the equipment or the inside of the heat pump's Data Plate Example access plate. 2. Find the model number on the data plate. The first letters and numbers indicate the model type.
  • Page 30: Weights

    2.2 Weights NOTE: Specifications subject to change. Model Type Model Number Install Weight ® TropiCal T035 180 Pounds ® TropiCal T055 180 Pounds ® TropiCal T075 200 Pounds ® TropiCal T090 255 Pounds ® TropiCal T115 259 Pounds ® TropiCal T135 287 Pounds ®...
  • Page 31: Available Accessories

    Site voltage drop is minimized and utilities are not subjected to large in-rush demands of electrical current. ® Part number is based on number of heat pumps to be controlled. Call AquaCal for assistance with correct configuration. See "Contacting AquaCal AutoPilot, Inc." on page 1.
  • Page 32 This kit is not to be used on applications exceeding 50 PSI. Liquid Blankets An invisible liquid heat barrier designed to retain heat and extend the swimming season. ® ® AquaCal recommends Lo-Chlor Aqua Blanket ™ Over Temperature Alarm Kit This kit is an additional safety device.
  • Page 33 This port can be used to adjust water flow using Delta-T. The kit comes with port, installation components, and a temperature probe. Page - 30...
  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    A fault code indicates a specific issue or condition that will require action before the equipment can resume operating. Please perform the following troubleshooting. If the issue reoccurs, please see "Contacting AquaCal AutoPilot, Inc." on page 1. Failure to heed the following may result in injury or death. WARNING Repairs must not be attempted by untrained or unqualified individuals.
  • Page 35 Determine if an insufficient amount of air is being supplied to the equipment. ® 1. Check for proper fan operation. If fan is not operating, contact AquaCal 2. Check for obstructed air flow around the heat pump. See "Clearances" on page 4.
  • Page 36 RESOLUTION If the heat pump is a reversing unit, place it in HEA mode and perform the following troubleshooting. 1. Check for proper fan operation. If fan is not operating, contact AquaCal ® 2. Check for obstructed air flow around the heat pump. See "Clearances" on page 4.
  • Page 37: Issues And Resolutions

    Service by unauthorized personnel will void the factory warranty. Please perform the following troubleshooting. For further assistance, please see "Contacting AquaCal AutoPilot, Inc." on page 1. Display Panel Not Responding 1. If the heat pump is controlled be an external controller, confirm the external controller settings.
  • Page 38 Heat Pump Won’t Shut Off PLEASE NOTE When heat pump is set to " OFF ", the display will show either the water temperature or FLO . 1. Confirm the heat pump has reached the desired temperature set on the thermostat. The heat pump will continue to run until the set temperature is reached.
  • Page 39 Ice Forming on the Heat Pump When conditions are too cold for proper operation, the heat pump will enter a defrost mode. This prevents ice from building up on the evaporator coil. Heat Only Units: The heat pump may develop a fine layer of white frost on the outside coil before entering the defrost mode.

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