Aquacal SQ120R Instruction Manual
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- Page 1 AquaCal ® Installation Manual ® WATER CHILLER Four Button Display Important Read this document before operating / installing this product For additional product manuals and operation / installation procedures, please visit www.AquaCal.com LTM1054 REL A - (project rel 8.00)
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Contacting AquaCal AutoPilot, Inc. Safety 1 - Installation 1.1 Positioning Equipment 1.2 Plumbing 1.2.a Plumbing Requirements 1.2.b Maintaining Ability to Winterize 1.2.c Water Connections to Heat Pump 1.2.d In-Line Chlorine Feeders 1.2.e Water Flow Rates 1.3 Electrical 1.3.a Electrical Requirements 1.3.b Incoming Power Access Holes... -
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 contact AquaCal. 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.
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Page 6: Installation
Heat Pumps require unobstructed airflow for proper operation. Heat Pumps should never be installed indoors or in a location where airflow is restricted. If an indoor installation is being considered, the installer and dealer are strongly urged to contact the AquaCal Application Department, or a local Professional Engineer prior to proceeding. -
Page 7: Plumbing
Install a bypass valve whenever water-flow may exceed the maximum rating. See "Bypass Valve Kit (# STK0135)" on page 19. 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"... -
Page 8: 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. -
Page 9: In-Line Chlorine Feeders
This will not be covered under the equipment warranty. FLOW RATES MODEL HEAT EXCHANGER TYPE MINIMUM MAXIMUM ® SQ120R Titanium ThermoLink 30 GPM (113.6 L/min) 70 GPM (265 L/min) ® SQ125 Titanium ThermoLink 30 GPM (113.6 L/min) 70 GPM (265 L/min) ®... -
Page 10: Electrical
Never mount power-disconnects directly to the heat pump. In sizing power wiring, be especially aware of up-sizing requirements necessary due to wiring distances. Always satisfy applicable codes and standards. AquaCal ® heat pumps are designed to use copper conductors, only. Do not use aluminum wire. - Page 11 Standards Standards Title The electrical installation must conform to the current NFPA 70, Nat'l Elec. version of the National Electric Code (NEC), and all Code 2017 applicable local and state codes IEC 60335-1 Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - General Requirements Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety –...
- Page 12 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.
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Page 13: Incoming Power Access Holes
1.3.b Incoming Power Access Holes ® ® (HeatWave SuperQuiet SQ120R, (TropiCal T035, T055 and T075) ® SQ125, SQ145, SQ150VS, SQ166R and (TropiCool TC500) SQ225) ® (TropiCool TC1500) ® ® (TropiCal T090, T115 and T135) (TropiCal T170) ® (TropiCool TC1000) Page - 10... -
Page 14: Access Panels
1.3.c Access Panels Failure to heed the following will result in injury or death. DANGER Deactivate power while routing wiring to control board. Follow all National Electric Codes (NEC) and/or State and Local guidelines. ® ® HeatWave SuperQuiet TropiCool TC500 ®... -
Page 15: Verifying Transformer Setting (Select Units)
1.3.d Verifying Transformer Setting (Select Units) 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. Failure to heed the following will result in injury or death. -
Page 16: Connecting An External Controller (Optional)
1.4 Connecting an External Controller (Optional) 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 17: Programming For An External Controller (Optional)
Three-wire controller (with "OFF" position): 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 18 Press the "Pool / Press "Up" or Spa" button until "Down" button. JAO is displayed. "0" - none "2" - two-wire "3" - three-wire Using FS2 interface Press "Up" or Press "Up" and Press "Pool / Spa" Press "Pool / Spa" "Down"...
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Page 19: Appendix
2 - Appendix IN THIS SECTION: 2.1 Adjusting Water Flow Using ΔT (Delta-T) 2.2 Adjusting Water Pressure Switch (Select Units) 2.3 Available Accessories 2.4 Clearances 2.5 Dimensions 2.6 Identifying Model Specifications 2.7 Three-Phase Adjustment 2.8 Weights 2.9 Plumbing Diagrams 2.10 Initial Heating Recommendations 2.11 Initial Cooling Recommendations 2.12 Winterizing 2.1 Adjusting Water Flow Using ΔT (Delta-T) - Page 20 Table 2 - Temperature Chart PLEASE NOTE - Temperature differences are based on pool water temperatures of 69° to 75° F. (20.5° to 23.8° C) For water temperatures outside this range, contact AquaCal ® . See "Contacting AquaCal AutoPilot, Inc." on page 1.
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Page 21: Adjusting Water Pressure Switch (Select Units)
Therefore 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 the next page. 9. If the heat pump continues to operate without water flow, contact AquaCal ®... -
Page 22: 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. - Page 23 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. It disables the heat pump if any malfunction occurs that allows the water temperature to surpass a safe level.
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Page 24: Clearances
2.4 Clearances Proper air circulation is required for the heat pump to operate efficiently. The following diagrams show the minimum clearances required for the proper operation of the heat pump. Avoid placing objects near or on top of the heat pump. This includes shrubbery and lawn furniture. These objects will reduce performance and efficiency and hinder maintenance access. -
Page 25: Dimensions
2.5 Dimensions ® ® (HeatWave SuperQuiet SQ120R, (TropiCal T035, T055 and T075) ® SQ125, SQ145, SQ166R and SQ225) (TropiCool TC500) ® (TropiCool TC1500) ® ® (TropiCal T090, T115 and T135) (TropiCal T170) ® (TropiCool TC1000) 2.6 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 access plate. - Page 26 Data Plate Example Model Number Example Page - 23...
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Page 27: Three-Phase Adjustment
Switch incoming power wires at L2 and L3 on the line side to the contactor. 3. When heat pump starts, disconnect power and verify off. Then confirm all line voltage connections are securely tightened. Reconnect power. If the heat pump does not start, contact AquaCal ® for further assistance. See "Contacting AquaCal AutoPilot, Inc."... -
Page 28: Weights
® 287 Pounds TropiCal T135 (130 kg) ® TropiCal 326 Pounds T170 (148 kg) ® HeatWave SuperQuiet 268 Pounds SQ120R (121.6 kg) ® HeatWave SuperQuiet 268 Pounds SQ125 (121.6 kg) ® HeatWave SuperQuiet 328 Pounds SQ145 (148.8 kg) ® 350 Pounds... -
Page 29: Plumbing Diagrams
Plumbing diagrams are provided in this section as a planning guide to the sequence of equipment, valves, and fittings. 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. - Page 30 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 - 27...
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Page 31: Initial Heating Recommendations
Heat Pump with Gas Heater backup Multiple Air Source Heat Pumps 2.10 Initial Heating Recommendations The following recommendations will reduce the amount of time required to heat a pool. If unsure of equipment heating capability, review equipment data plate. See "Identifying Model Specifications" on page 22. -
Page 32: Initial Cooling Recommendations
2.11 Initial Cooling Recommendations The following recommendations will reduce the amount of time required to cool a pool or cold plunge application. If unsure of equipment cooling capability, review equipment data plate. See "Identifying Model Specifications" on page 22. 1. Use the heat pump's "POOL/SPA" button to select the "POOL" group. 2. - Page 33 ® Titanium ThermoLink Exchanger (with no Drain) 1. Disconnect the plumbing to the heat pump at connection unions (removal is counter- No Drain clockwise). 2. Allow water to drain completely from the heat pump. Expect to see a lot of water drain out at first, and then a small amount to continue to drain out over a long period.
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Page 34: Troubleshooting
Titanium Tube-in-Tube Exchanger 1. Disconnect the plumbing to the heat pump at connection unions (removal is counter- Titanium clockwise). Tube-in- 2. Allow water to drain completely from the heat pump. Expect to see a lot of water drain out at Tube first, and then a small amount to continue to drain out over a long period. -
Page 35: Fault Codes
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 contact AquaCal. See "Contacting AquaCal AutoPilot, Inc." on page 1. Failure to heed the following may result in injury or death. - Page 36 CEr Indicator ISSUE This can indicate a loose or damaged communication cable. RESOLUTION A qualified technician should check the cable from control board to display assembly for a loose connection or visible damage. CSE Indicator ISSUE This is a control system error. RESOLUTION Deactivate then reactivate power to reset controls.
- Page 37 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.
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Page 38: Issues And Resolutions
NOTICE Service by unauthorized personnel will void the factory warranty. Please perform the following troubleshooting. For further assistance, please contact AquaCal. 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. See "Operating Heat Pump (With an External Controller)"... - Page 39 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 40 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 and Cool Units (with Active Defrost or “Icebreaker”): During freezing conditions, pool or spa heating will continue.