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  • Page 1 TEC750A Amperometric Chemistry Control System Manual...
  • Page 3 Topline are always willing to develop new products and services with clients, so if you have an idea on how to improve any of Topline’s products or wish to develop a product for your own use, please contact Andrew Hunt on 01323 440760.
  • Page 4 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 Contents Section 1 Installation instructions Section 2 Commissioning /Handover Instructions Section 3 Operating instructions Section 4 Trouble shooting Section 5 Maintenance instructions Section 6 Operating / Warranty conditions/ Advisory Notes Section 7 Servicing / Extended warranty contracts Section 8 Index...

  • Page 5: Installation Instructions

    Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 SECTION 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 6 Topline Electronics Ltd Manufacturer's Address Unit 7, Crown Close Hailsham, E.Sussex England, BN27 3JF Declares that the product TEC750a conforms to the following product specifications: Low Voltage Directive 72/73 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoSH) Directive 2002/96/EC...
  • Page 7 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 Installation Instructions (Cont.) Position of chemistry Control System A wall space of at least 600mm high by 450mm wide is required. Mount the controller with the TOP of the assembly no more than 1700mm from ground level. The system and measuring cell are mounted on a backboard.
  • Page 8 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 Installation Instructions (Cont.) Chemistry Control System Power Requirements Only qualified and competent electricians working to the 16th Edition of Electrical Regulations should install electrical equipment. The controller is powered by a 240 volt single phase supply. The supply should be taken from a ring main and must be run in conduit terminated with suitable glands.
  • Page 9 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 Installation instructions (Cont.) Water sample supply for the cell assembly A water sample supply should be taken from the under side of the main circulation pipe, via a 3/8 inch PVCU isolating valve and a ‘Y’ strainer. The sample line should be 3/8 inch BSP rigid PVC pipe.
  • Page 10 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 SECTION 2 COMMISSIONING HANDOVER INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 11 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 Commissioning of the Pool Dosing Equipment REMOVE THIS PAGE AT COMMISSIONING Commissioning procedure It is important that the commissioning is comprehensive and complete leaving no grey areas of responsibility or accountability. Clarity of description and explanation of the equipment to the client is therefore vital. Before the chemical dosing plant is explained, complete the below check list.
  • Page 12 ACCEPTANCE of EQUIPMENT THE HANDOVER PROCEDURE, COMMISSIONING SHEET AND THIS SHEET ARE TO BE REMOVED AND RETURNED TO TOPLINE OR COMMISSIONING AGENT No person should sign this commissioning sheet unless they are completely satisfied with the dosing equipment supplied. Signing of this commissioning sheet means that you accept the equipment and have understood POINTS 1 TO 19 in the hand over procedure, Health and Safety Warning, Risk Assessment and Operations Manual.
  • Page 13 Indicate the electrodes and show which is which. Explain how the sensors work, how to remove them and how they are cleaned with Topline cleaning solution Explain the calibration procedure for the chlorine sensor, go through the operation of the controller, i.e.
  • Page 14 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 Hand over procedure (cont.) Explain and or demonstrate: Show Risk assessment and Health and Safety sheet to staff. When mixing the chemicals and filling the day tanks the following guidelines are to be used: Staff should always wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when mixing chemicals or handling system parts that have come in contact with chemicals.

  • Page 15: Product Support

    In the unlikely event that you have cause to complain during this period you should contact Topline Electronics Ltd. Unit 7, Crown Close, Hailsham, East Sussex. BN7 3JF. Tel: 01323 440760. We will replace components or the equipment, without charge. Provided that:- •...
  • Page 16 This is to certify that the Commisioning Session was attended by ......................................... Who has passed examination on the safe operation of Topline Electronics Ltd dosing equipment................... Signed ....Unit 7 Crown Close, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3JF Telephone 01323-440760...
  • Page 17 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 18 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 Health and Safety Warning You must have safety clothing available for use when you are mixing or using any chemicals. Always wear protective clothing when handling chemicals. It is imperative that eye protection is employed at all times.
  • Page 19 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 Risk Assessment If the equipment is not operated by persons who are proficient in the operation of swimming pool plant, then there is a risk of: 1. Overdosing disinfectant (chlorine or bromine) and/or pH correction (acid or CO2) into the swimming pool. If this occurs then users of the swimming pool may experience skin irritation, burns and respiratory problems.
  • Page 20 Topline control systems are renowned for being easy to use. However it is important that this manual is studied before you begin to use the TEC750A Control System, so that you understand the principles of operation of the TEC750A Control System before you start to use the system.
  • Page 21 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 System Overview normal system messages © 2004 Topline Electronics Ltd Power up sign on message displayed for 45 seconds 1.5ppm 7.3pH At setpoint not dosing chlorine or pH 1.5ppm 7.6pH pH dose pH pump being turned on and off to correct pH level 0.5ppm 7.3pH...
  • Page 22 08-06-04 System Set-up During commissioning the TEC750A Control System will be set up and you will be shown how to operate the TEC750A Control System. The following pages show you how to change the control parameters. All the option screens and their sub screens that are available are shown below, they are examples only: In the event of bromine control the system will display Br not Cl.
  • Page 23 Reset Time-outs. To cancel a time-out press and hold up key for 4 seconds. Check cause of timeout before resetting. Pump on Times. The TEC750A Control System has full proportional control of the dosing pumps. This is so that pump times can be adjusted to prevent overdosing of chemicals. There are 2 parameters that control the pump on time, "Pump Range"...
  • Page 24 2ppm. Select calibrate from the set-up menu and press the ‘enter key’. Enter the DPD1 / Bromine value press the ‘enter key’. The TEC750A will tell you to turn off the flow, to do this close the input and output valves either side of the measuring cell. The TEC750a will then count down from 60 seconds, display the message ‘zeroing’, tell you to turn the flow back on and...
  • Page 25 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 SECTION 4 TROUBLE SHOOTING...

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 Trouble shooting Before contacting Topline for technical advice, please ensure you make a note of the current chemical test results, what the problem is and the current controller readings and settings. SYMPTOM PROBLEM REMEDY 1 NO LIGHTS ON UNIT...
  • Page 27 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 Trouble shooting (Cont.) SYMPTOM PROBLEM REMEDY 6 OVER DOSING ACID/CO2 SIPHONING REMOVE INJECTOR, CLEAN & SERVICE MIXTURE TOO STRONG TAKE CARE MIXING NEXT BATCH NO pH PROBE RESPONSE SEE SYMPTOM 4 PUMP RANGE TOO SMALL INCREASE PUMP RANGE PUMP SCALE TOO LARGE DECREASE PUMP SCALE...
  • Page 28 Re calibrate if pH level is 6.5 or 9.0 contact Topline. Standardise and perform drop test. If drop test is correct turn on chemical feeders and take no more action. If cl/Br reading does not drop by approximately the amount in water contact Topline...
  • Page 29 08-06-04 Chemical Level Trouble shooting The below chemical additions are guide lines only. Topline are not responsible for any errors in the calculations. The pool operator must check the chemical volume calculations him/her self before adding any chemicals. All chemicals should be added slowly with the pool operator being aware that mass chemical additions can adversely effect water quality and bather SAFETY.

  • Page 30: Maintenance Instructions

    Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 31 Remove the chlorine probe and pour 10ml of Topline probe cleaner into the sensor assembly, agitate with a small brush and leave for 20 minutes, then carefully replace the chlorine probe.
  • Page 32 Flow Switch The Topline flow switch function is to be checked by closing the Inlet and outlet isolation valves to stop the flow. ‘No flow’ should be detected and indicated on the LCD display. The flow switch is to...
  • Page 33 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 Routine Maintenance of system Cont.) Auxiliary dosing equipment dosing pumps etc. The following instructions apply to Topline supplied products only Dosing pump maintenance General Dosing pumps The dosing pump is located on the day tank and pumps the chemical solution into the pool. By removing the dosing pump fixing screws, the pump can be lifted clear of the day tank.
  • Page 34 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 Routine Maintenance of system Cont.) Auxiliary dosing equipment dosing pumps etc. Set Screws The set screws secure the pump head to the pump body and need checking for tightness due to the force of the diaphragm hitting the pump head, loosening the screws. The set screws must be checked every 6 weeks.
  • Page 35 24 hours later if the probes have been cleaned Winter shut down procedure If the pool that the TEC750a is controlling is to be closed for a long period, then the following procedure should be implemented on the TEC750a. Turn off TEC750a.
  • Page 36 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 Routine Maintenance of system (Cont.) Routine Maintenance schedule use grid system for above The below maintenance schedule must be maintained and a record kept or your warranty will be void. This record is to be kept with your operations manual. It is recommended that if you are not familiar with automatic chemical dosing equipment that you arrange for your supplier to carry out a quarterly visit.
  • Page 37 Drawing 9848 REVISION 0 08-06-04 Maintenance pictures 1...
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  • Page 42 Drawing 9848 REV 0 08-06-04 LMI Instructions...
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  • Page 68: General Remarks

    Drawing 9848 REV 0 08-06-04 Electric Agitator Instructions INSTRUCTION MANUAL GENERAL REMARKS - General recommendations – Notes for safety INSTALLATION AND START UP – Preliminary checks for the assembly - Installation - Start-up - Problems and countermeasures INSTRUCTION FOR MAINTENANCE - Periodical maintenance - Lubricants -Spare parts...

  • Page 69: General Recommendations

    Drawing 9848 REV 0 08-06-04 Electric Agitator Instructions (Cont) GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Upon receipt of the materials make sure that no damage has occurred during the shipment. Notify the forwarding agent or the supplier, agreeing upon the actions to be taken. During the handling and transport up to the point of installation,use especially good judgement in the choice of the hooking points for the hoisting;...
  • Page 70 Drawing 9848 REV 0 08-06-04 Electric Agitator Instructions (Cont) INSTALLATION AND START-UP INSTALLATION - Follow the instructions possibly described on the assembly or installation drawing. -Check the space available for the assembly -Check that the supporting structure (beams, plates, flanges etc.) has keen correctly sized, taking the static and dynamic loads produced by the agitator into consideration...
  • Page 71 Drawing 9848 REV 0 08-06-04 Electric Agitator Instructions (Cont) - Check the possibility of inserting the impellers; disassemble connect to the shaft in the vessel through the pre-arranged openings without forcing. In case of installation in the open it is necessary that at least the electric motor be protected by a canopy.
  • Page 72 Drawing 9848 REV 0 08-06-04 Electric Agitator Instructions (Cont) START UP Before starting the agitator, it is advisable to carry out the following checks. ON THE MOTOR Check that, the connections (bonds on the inside of the terminal board) are arranged in an exact way and so as to correspond with the supply voltage of the control line, which must always have the ground wire.
  • Page 73 Drawing 9848 REV 0 08-06-04 Electric Agitator Instructions (Cont) ON THE ENTIRE UNIT Check the tightening of all the bolts and nuts in accordance with TAB. A. (Repeat the operation after two weeks of operation). After having carried out above-mentioned inspections you may proceed with starting the agitator with the Pre-arranged control devices.
  • Page 74 Drawing 9848 REV 0 08-06-04 Electric Agitator Instructions (Cont) ON THE SEALS Packing type: tighten the stuffing box before putting the tank under pressure. In case of lateral agitators, where the seal is under the level of the liquid, an initial dripping is considered normal, which then must be deleted by adjusting the tightening of the stuffing box.

  • Page 75: Problems And Countermeasures

    Drawing 9848 REV 0 08-06-04 Electric Agitator Instructions (Cont) PROBLEMS AND COUNTERMEASURES a) The gear motor is noisy: check the oil level and replace it if necessary. b) The shaft vibrates: check the bearing and replace it if necessary check that no foreign matter is on the impeller.

  • Page 76: Hazard Identification

    Drawing 9848 REV 0 08-06-04 Safety Data Sheet Probe Cleaner Topline Electronics Ltd Unit 7, Crown Close Diplocks Way Industrial Estate East Sussex BN27 3JF Tel: +44 (0)1323 440 760 Fax: +44 (0)1323 844 508 Date: September 2005 IDENTIFICATION OF CHEMICAL...
  • Page 77 Drawing 9848 REV 0 08-06-04 Apen 1 (Cont) ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Use appropriate personal protective equipment as detailed in section 8. Spillages and Leaks: Bund spill area, dilute with plenty of water and neutralise with lime slurry or sodium carbonate. Flush with plenty of water. Dispose of in accordance with appropriate local regulations.
  • Page 78 Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen chloride.

  • Page 79: Toxicological Information

    Drawing 9848 REV 0 08-06-04 Apen 1 (Cont) TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Route of entry: Inhalation, skin contact and ingestion Inhalation: Inhalation of mists and vapour will cause irritation of the upper respiratory tract, high concentrations may cause corrosion, pulmonary oedema may occur up to 48 hours after exposure. Skin &...

  • Page 80: Regulatory Information

    Drawing 9848 REV 0 08-06-04 Apen 1 (Cont) 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION Product Name: Probe Cleaner Label Name: Hydrochloric Acid 5% Hazard Symbol(s): Irritant Risk Phrases: R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin Safety Phrases S1/2 Keep locked up and out of reach of children. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
  • Page 81 Drawing 9848 REV 0 08-06-04 Apen 2 Pool Test sheet...
  • Page 82 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 SECTION 6 OPERATING/WARRANTY CONDITIONS ADVISORY NOTES...
  • Page 83 When taking a DPD1 test, dilution tests are carried out if the first reading is above 2.5ppm. All tests to calibrate or standardise the TEC750a are to be taken from the sample tap beneath the TEC750A. Ensure tablet test readings are taken and recorded within 3 minutes.
  • Page 84 There are a number of swimming pool companies who profess to be experts in dosing systems. If the company has not been trained by Topline then it will not be able to look after your Topline dosing system. We would therefore recommend using your own trained staff, companies approved by Topline or Topline itself to look after your dosing system.
  • Page 85 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 Advisory Notes (Cont.) Chemical balance (Cont.) Chlorine in the water provides two functions: (1) To kill infection causing bacteria. (2) To degrade the pollutants introduced by bathers. Remember, the water may be free of bacteria but this does not necessarily mean that the water is clean i.e.
  • Page 86 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 Advisory Notes (Cont.) Chemical balance (Cont.) Total alkalinity test Place 50ml in shaker tube and add one Total alkalinity tablet. Shake well to disintegrate and continue adding these tablets one at a time until yellow changes to bright red. To calculate total alkalinity in mg/CaCO3 from formula - (No of tablets*40)-20 Wash out shaker tube after use.
  • Page 87 ) Tests to calibrate and standardise Topline dosing system DPD1 and phenol red tests used to standardise or calibrate the Topline dosing system must be taken from the sample tap beneath the sensor assembly. The Topline dosing system is measuring the free chlorine and pH value in the plant room, not the pool.
  • Page 88 Cyanuric acid can be used with TEC750a dosing system but levels should not exceed 30ppm. (L) Defoaming agent is used to reduce the amount of visible foam on a spa. The foaming is usually caused by detergent in the water, from bathers who do not shower before using the facilities.
  • Page 89 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 SECTION 7 SUPPORT...

  • Page 90: Warranty

    We aim to provide a fast and efficient Service, if the site is experiencing difficulties with Pools and Spa’s outside our remit we will make our resources available to help find a solution. Topline will review all statements and prices from time to time, we reserve the right to make changes when necessary.
  • Page 91 Equipment selection check list Page 7 Inserting the Electrodes Page 9 Position of chemistry Control System Page 7 Technical Data TEC750A Control System Page 6 Topline Electronics Ltd Introduction Page 3 Water sample supply for the cell assembly Page 9...
  • Page 92 Injector LMI & Rodding Picture Page 41 Injector pipe Page 34 Maintenance schedule Page 36 Probe cleaning Page 31 Restarting the TEC750a after maintenance Page 35 Sensor assembly blockage Page 32 Sensor Assembly Maintenance Page 31 Sensor Assembly Picture Page 37...
  • Page 93 Drawing 9848 Rev 0 08-06-04 Section 6 Operating/Warranty Conditions & Advisory Notes Index Advisory Notes Page 84 Backwashing. Page 88 Calcium hardness test Page 86 Chemical balance Page 84 Chemical choice Page 86 Cyanuric acid Page 88 Defoaming agent Page 88 Floculents Page 88 Free chlorine DPD1 test...

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