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Section 2
Installation
Before installing the SVRS Alarm power center read the following guidelines:
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Switch OFF AC power at the main circuit breaker panel, located at the
house before high and low voltage connection to the power center.
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AC power for the power center must be provided from the main circuit
breaker panel located at the house.
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All electrical equipment must be installed at least five (5) feet from pool
and/or spa, and comply with all national, state, and local codes.
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Install the power center no less than five (5) feet from pool or spa near to
the pumps, heater, valves, and sensors. Mount the power center outside or
inside a pool equipment house or other enclosure.
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Mount the power center on a flat vertical surface or wall so that the
conduit knockouts are located at the bottom of the enclosure. Upper and
lower brackets are provided to mount the power center to a vertical
surface.
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DO NOT mount the power center horizontally. Water can enter the
conduit knockouts and cause damage to the system and an cause an
electrical shock hazard.
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Consider the power center location when routing the conduit carrying the
AC power to the power center, and the conduit that will be run to the high
voltage equipment.
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All power center high voltage double pole relays and are rated at 3HP/30A
at 240 VAC (1½ HP/30A at 120 VAC).
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Install the power center so that drainage is provided for all electrical
components.
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Motors should have built-in thermal protection.
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Allow for unobstructed access to the front of the power center for service
personnel.
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The power center provides grounding screw terminals for grounding all
equipment. All equipment including the power center must be bonded to
earth ground.
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