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Fiberglass Specialties, Incorporated
500 Austin Ave. Henderson, TX 75652
800-527-1459
www.FSIWEB.com
Installation, Operation, and Service Procedures
General
This booklet covers EQAS AS-5 series heaters. They are designed to be used only
with baptismal pools manufactured by Fiberglass Specialties, Inc.
The EQAS AS-5 replaces the EQAS H-5, S-5, H-11 & S-11 models. This replacement
was necessary to keep aligned with current building codes.
HEY! Adjust the System Timer by turning the dial clockwise only. Do not attempt to
turn the Timer counter clockwise or permanent damage to the Timer will occur.
Note: These systems are designed for use with municipal water systems. The
warranty for all products (including the pool) is void if any non-potable water is used in
the pool.
EQAS AS-5 heaters
Description
8/2014
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Summary of Contents for EQAS AS-5 Series

  • Page 1 EQAS AS-5 heaters General Description This booklet covers EQAS AS-5 series heaters. They are designed to be used only with baptismal pools manufactured by Fiberglass Specialties, Inc. The EQAS AS-5 replaces the EQAS H-5, S-5, H-11 & S-11 models. This replacement was necessary to keep aligned with current building codes.
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Read before beginning any work on the heater  Read, understand, and follow all instructions.  DO NOT permit children to use or operate this heater  WARNING—FOR INDOOR USE ONLY.  Do not permit any electrical appliance, such as a light, telephone, radio, television, or microphone within 5’...
  • Page 3  The system uses a circulation pump that relies on water pressure in the baptistry to operate. If the pump is to be located near or above the water level an EQAS AGP pump will be required .  The final installation must be such that no person can touch water and any source of electrical pow- er at the same time.
  • Page 4: Wiring The Heater

    Step 2 Electrical  IMPORTANT NOTE : Due to the risk of electrical shock, a licensed electrician experienced in spa/ baptismal pool heaters should install this unit in strict compliance with the National Electrical Code and any state or local code which may apply. Units are required to have a clearly labeled emergen- cy switch provided by the installer as part of the installation.
  • Page 5: Module Connections

    SYSTEM INTERFACE MODULE Module Connections Auto Water Fill Auto Drain Air Button Water Level Control...
  • Page 6 Installation of Auto Fill and Auto Water Level Control NOTE: It is the responsibility of the owner/installer to verify the overflow drain port supplied will offset the incoming flow of water. Installation of the Fill Port (2 PIN Connector)- 1. In a convenient location, close enough to the heater to allow connection of the pig tail, drill a 1 1/8” hole approximately 6”...
  • Page 7: Air Switch Installation

    Air Switch Installation This heater is supplied with 2 air switches, each with 10’ of tube, to control start/stop and fill/drain. The air switches can be mounted on the lip of the pool or any other convenient location. The air button in the heater package allows for NON-ELECTRICAL start/stop of the system and will override the time clock function.
  • Page 8: Operation Of The Heater

    Check for Proper System Operation  Fill the pool with water. The pool is considered full when the water level is 6” below the top of the baptismal pool.  Turn the thermostat to the OFF position  Set the Timer Mode Switch to the #2 position (continuous operation) ...
  • Page 9 Important OPERATIONAL Warnings  The main power to the heater system and all other electrical components should be turned off be- fore anyone enters the pool. Even if the thermostat or timer have paused the heater functions, live electrical circuits are still present! ...
  • Page 10 EQAS AS-5 Heater Components Heater Packaging 1—HEATER 1- PUMP 1 BASE 1- MANIFOLD (pump to heater) 1- TAILPIPE CONNECTOR (return line) 2- FLOW CONTROL VALVES 3- SUCTION & RETURN FITTINGS 1- AIR BUTTON 1—(10’) TUBING FOR AIR BUTTON 1- PARTS BAG Bonding wire 8—self tapping screws...

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