Introduction - Pentair SOLARTOUCH 521592 Installation And User Manual

Introduction

The SolarTouch
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actuator, a positive sealed diverter valve and two temperature sensors (used for water
and solar). SolarTouch solar controller maximizes available solar heat by monitoring
the temperature of both the solar collectors and the pool water. When the pool calls
for heat, and solar is available (collectors are in energy-receiving mode), the controller
automatically diverts the water flowing between the pool's filter and gas heater or heat
pump and circulates the water through the solar collectors. The SolarTouch solar controller
supports IntelliFlo
General Features
• View Current Water and Solar Temperature: In normal operating mode
the main screen displays the current WATER temperature and TARGET
temperature. The display also indicates if Solar Heat is on or off. Press the
Enter button to view the current Water and Solar temperatures.
• Easy Temperature Adjustment Controls: From the SolarTouch controller
control panel you can easily set the desired target temperature setting from
the Heating and Cooling menus. To set the water target temperature, press the
Less (Down arrow) button or More (Up arrow) button to lower or raise the set
temperature to the desired level.
• Nocturnal Cooling: The SolarTouch controller provides automatic nocturnal
(nighttime) cooling during night time hours for pools that overheat in hot
climates. When enabled, SolarTouch controller circulates relatively warmer
pool water to the collector panels when the collector temperature and the
pool temperature is hotter than the high limit setting. This process cools the
pool water over time. Circulation will stop when the collector temperature is 3°
(default) less than the pool temperature or the pool temperature is cooler
than the high limit setting. For more information, see page 7.
• Freeze Control (Advanced Menu): When the water temperature and the
solar sensor temperature falls to 40° F (4° C) or below, the pool/spa water is
automatically circulated through the system to prevent freezing. When the solar
temperature sensor and or the water sensor reaches 42° F (6° C), or above,
freeze protection will stop. In mild climates, freeze protection can help prevent
solar collector damage. If an IntelliFlo or IntelliPro pump is being used, be sure
that the pump provides sufficient RPM/GPM flow so the entire solar array is
properly protected. In climates where prolonged freezing temperatures occur,
freeze protection is not recommended. In the event of a power failure, solar
collectors are not protected against freezing conditions. For more information,
see page 8.
• Using IntelliFlo or IntelliPro pumps for daily filtering: When using an
IntelliFlo or IntelliPro Variable Speed or IntelliFlo VF Pump connected to
SolarTouch controller, an external 24 hour time clock for daily pool filtering
is not required. These pumps have built-in programs to schedule daily pool
filtering.
Solar Controller system consists of a four button controller, a valve
and IntelliPro Pumps. For more information, see page 11.
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