HydroQuip Outdoor Series Installation Manual
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- Page 1 Outdoor Series INSTALLATION MANUAL To ensure that the system is installed properly, provide your electrician with these instructions. 8700 Series...
- Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS System installation instructions Connecting power to the system How to connect an optional gas heater Connecting and configuration of components 9-11 Programming options and instructions 12-13 Installing your spa light Installing the spaside control Starting up the system Troubleshooting the system 17-18 Special Considerations...
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Page 3: Installation Considerations
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS Hydro-Quip 8000 Series Solid-State Systems were designed for indoor or outdoor installations. This equipment may be used for in-ground as well as aboveground spas. The Equipment System must be installed on a firm, level surface (ie: concrete pad) The area where the system is installed must have adequate Level Surface drainage to prevent flooding of the equipment under all... -
Page 4: Electrical Connections
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS IMPORTANT - The NEC and most local codes require that a “disconnect” be installed within “line-of-site” of the spa. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION DETAILS Refer to the System Data Label for equipment voltage and maximum amperage draws. Install proper size Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) or circuit breaker, then proper sized wiring and bonding wire. -
Page 5: Electrical Installation
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION A qualified and licensed electrician in accordance with the National Electric Code (NEC) Article 680, Canadian Electric Code, and with any local codes must accomplish the electrical installation. All connections must be made according to the electrical installation label on the outside of the control box (see page 20). - Page 6 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OPTION 1 Main Service Panel GFCI 20-60AMP If the manufacturer of your main service panel makes a GFCI breaker, you HARDWIRED may be able to add it to an open slot in the panel. MAIN BREAKER PANEL EQUIPMENT SYSTEM INLINE SPA DISCONNECT LINE 1 LINE 2...
- Page 7 GFCI WIRING DETAIL When a GFCI circuit breaker is used in the installation of your spa, it is important that it has been properly wired. Often this component has been improperly wired causing the breaker to trip the instant the system is turned on. Below is an illustration of a typical GFCI breaker installation. WARNING: Refer to Circuit Breaker Manufacturers installation instructions.
- Page 8 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (Split) Due to amperage requirements a split circuit connection may be required. Pumps, blower, etc are isolated to the “Main Input Service” connections. This connection requires a L1, L2, Neutral, and Ground (See Illustration Below) The heater connection is isolated to the “Heater Input Service”. This connection requires a L1, L2, and Ground connection.
- Page 9 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (Single) IMPORTANT - When a “split circuit” connection cannot be utilized due to retrofit or other issues, connect “single circuit” connection as shown below. If you are connecting a system with an 11kW heater utilizing the single circuit application, you will have to change dip switch #2 setting (see Fig.
- Page 10 GAS HEATER CONNECTION Warning: Do not install a spa that utilizes a natural gas or propane heater without proper venting. These heaters require adequate ventilation and must be installed according to the heater manufacturers instructions and to local building codes. Warning: Gas heaters MUST be installed AFTER the control system as shown below.
- Page 11 PUMP CORD INSTALLATION The equipment system has been provided with a pump power cord and liquid-tight conduit assembly. This is to be used on the main 2-speed pump supplied with the system. Any other components or accessories attached to the equipment system should be attached in a similar manner.
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Page 12: System Configuration
AIR BLOWER INSTALLATION (Optional) CAUTION: The air blower must be connected ONLY to the spa’s air distribution plumbing. Connecting the air blower to the 18” Above Maximum Water air piping associated with the hydrotherapy jets will create a Level hazzard by providing a path for high-pressure water to be forced into the blower motor. -
Page 13: Component Connection
COMPONENT CONNECTION The system is set up to have components hardwired to a terminal strip inside the upper enclosure. Liquid tight conduit must be used on all externally added field connections exposed to the weather. Route and connect the conduit to the knock-outs in the back of the lower box. The wires will then enter the bottom of the upper box through another set of knock-outs. - Page 14 8700 SERIES - COMPONENT CONFIGURATION OPTIONS Switchbank A DEFAULT CONFIGURATION: Pump 1 - 2 Speed Ÿ Pump 2 - 1 Speed Ÿ Blower Ÿ Switchbank B Internal Configuration Required: No addition configuration required OPTION 1: Switchbank A Pump 1 - 2 Speed Ÿ...
- Page 15 8700 SERIES - PROGRAMMING It is possible to change various operational characteristics of the control system using the Dip Switch Blocks located on the lower edge of the main control PCB (Printed Circuit Board) inside the control box. Persistent Memory must be reset when changing the dip switches. To reset Persistent Memory power the system down, turn Switch A12 “ON”, power up system and wait for “PR”...
- Page 16 SPA LIGHT INSTALLATION To offer the most flexibility, Hydro-Quip configures each 8000 Series system so that it can accept a 120-Volt light. The 8000 series can also be configured for a 12 volt light. A terminal block has been provided for connection purposes. Connect your light using the illustration below.
- Page 17 SPASIDE CONTROL INSTALLATION If required, cut out a 6 3/8” x 2 3/8” hole in the spa shell using the Spaside Cutout Template that has been provided with the system. The mounting area must be above the maximum water level of the spa and in an area Ÿ...
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Page 18: System Start-Up
SYSTEM STARTUP System Startup Procedures: Using the “System Operation Manual” provided with the unit, complete the following procedures: 1) Read and familiarize yourself with the system Operation manual. 2) Unplug the power cord (120-volt system only) or turn the electrical power “OFF” at the service or breaker panel (120 or 240 volt permanently connected units.) 3) Open all WATER shut-off valves. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING The following describes situations and possible solutions to common problems may encounter as a spa owner. Note: your system may not include all components listed. NOTHING OPERATES Main Breaker is OFF - Set to On. Sub-Panel Breaker Off - Set to On. System GFCI Off - Set to On. -
Page 20: Water Leaks
NO, LOW OR SURGING WATER FLOW Air Lock in Plumbing System - “Bleed” or prime the system. Restricted Flow - Insure that the water shut-off valves are open and that suction fittings are not blocked by debris. Low Water Level - Increase water level to recommended level. Pump Unions Loose - Tighten or contact your installer. -
Page 21: Extreme Weather Conditions
EXTREME WEATHER CONDITIONS Although the advanced nature of the control software should allow trouble free operation all year round, there are some considerations for extreme weather conditions that needed to be addressed. Hot Weather Conditions Hot weather can cause the a number of issues with the operation of the spa and equipment. Water temperature can be elevated to a very high temperature simply due to the outside air temperature. -
Page 22: System Data Label
SYSTEM DATA LABEL The system data label is located on the control box. This label is very important and contains information you will need to establish your electrical service. The voltage and amperage ratings are shown on the bottom of the label. Product, Model, Serial and Code numbers are also shown on the label. -
Page 23: Warranty Information
WARRANTY INFORMATION To all original purchasers, HYDROQUIP warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase. HYDROQUIP will repair or replace the part, which in our opinion, is defective. - Page 24 85-0135-M7 Rev.06 09/14...
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