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- Page 1 SALT AND MINERAL CHLORINATOR INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. IMPORTANT WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....3 2. GENERAL OVERVIEW ..............4 3. POOL PREPARATION ..............6 4. POWER PACK AND CELL INSTALLATION ........7 5. POWERPACK OPERATION ............10 6. TIMER SETTING – N/A in “No Timer” Models ......14 7. -
Page 3: Important Warnings & Safety Instructions
1. IMPORTANT WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.1 Important Warnings This manual contains valuable information about the installation, operation, and safe use of this product. The installer should hand this information over to the owner and/or operator of this equipment. When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed by everyone. -
Page 4: General Overview
2. GENERAL OVERVIEW Congratulations on your recent purchase of your ARC Series Salt Chlorinator. Please take a moment to read the entire manual before installing your new unit. Your chlorinator must be installed and operated as specified. While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. - Page 5 2. GENERAL OVERVIEW 2.1 Recommendations and Helpful Hints • This manual is available online only, so keep a short cut link to it on your smart devise or simply scan the QR code on the front sticker. • Read the manual to optimize and safely operate your chlorinator. •...
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Page 6: Pool Preparation
3. POOL PREPARATION Before operating your ARC Series Salt Chlorinator, please read the following: Check your salt levels in your pool before starting your unit. Salt levels and mineral levels should ideally be 3000-4000ppm (3500ppm ideal) and 1200ppm - 1800ppm (1500ppm ideal) for ARC25LS and ARC35LS Freshwater/Ultra-Low Salt models. No more than 4500ppm for regular models and 2500ppm for Low Salt models. -
Page 7: Power Pack And Cell Installation
4. POWER PACK AND CELL INSTALLATION 4.1 Power Pack Installation The Salt Chlorinator has an Ingress Protection Rating of IP34 enabling it to be installed outdoors. Regulations require that the Power Pack must be installed outside the pool zone. The Power Pack shall be installed according to AS/NZS 3000 wiring rules. - Page 8 4. POWER PACK AND CELL INSTALLATION 4.3 Installation Diagram 4.4 Cell Installation:...
- Page 9 4. POWER PACK AND CELL INSTALLATION Important Notes: The pump rating must not exceed 8.7 – 9 amps (depending on your model – see label on Power Pack). Saltwater may damage electrical components in the Power Pack if splashed on it. WARNING: We DO NOT recommend the use of valves on the inlet or outlet of the cell housing.
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Page 10: Powerpack Operation
5. POWERPACK OPERATION 5.1 Timer “MANUAL” Button – n/a in “NO TIMER” Models This button on the timer moves a black line on the Timer LCD face to the following modes: • AUTO – the unit is in AUTO mode and the Timer controls the operating hours. See Section 6 for Timer Setting. - Page 11 5. POWERPACK OPERATION 5.7 Decrease Button (-) A single press of this button decreases chlorine production by approximately 5%. To turn OFF chlorine production it is necessary to press the button several times to make sure all chlorine indicator LEDs are off.
- Page 12 5. POWERPACK OPERATION 5.10 Chlor Boost The ARC Series Salt and Mineral Chlorinator can be set to “Chlor Boost” (Chlorine Boost) for 24 hours by default and automatically sets the chlorine output to 100% during that time. To enter chlor boost hold the “+” and “-“ buttons in simultaneously for 3-5 seconds. After releasing the buttons, the LED’s 2 and 4 will flash on for 5 seconds to indicate the unit has entered “Chlor Boost”.
- Page 13 5. POWERPACK OPERATION 5.13 Modifying the Polarity Change Times IMPORTANT: The platinum coating on the cell plates may not last as long with quicker change over times as a percentage of wear on the coating is related to the number of polarity changes. To Permanently set the polarity change frequency, follow the directions below: Start with the unit “OFF”.
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Page 14: Timer Setting - N/A In "No Timer" Models
6. TIMER SETTING – N/A in “No Timer” Models Summer Settings Ideally, run for 4 hours in the morning (6am-10am) and 4 hours in the evening (4pm-8pm). For a smaller pool you can run less hours. In extreme weather it may be necessary to run longer hours. - Page 15 TIMER SETTING – N/A in “No Timer” Models DAY: Press and Hold the CLOCK button, then repeatedly press the DAY button until the correct day is displayed. HOUR: Press and Hold the CLOCK button, then repeatedly press the HOUR button until the correct hour is displayed.
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Page 16: Water Chemistry
7. WATER CHEMISTRY The ARC Salt Chlorinator unit is designed for use with swimming pool water balanced in accordance with the Langelier Saturation Index with a pH range of 6.8-7.8. As previously advised, for the best performance and operation of your ARC Salt Chlorinator unit, certain water balances must be maintained within your swimming pool. - Page 17 7. WATER CHEMISTRY 7.3 pH Measurement Interval: Once a week Ideal pH Levels: Concrete Pools: 7.4 - 7.6 Fibreglass/Vinyl Pools: 7.2 - 7.4 A pH of 8.0 results in your chlorine only been about 26% efficient, which is why it is critical to keep your pH in range.
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Page 18: Chlorinator Maintenance
8. CHLORINATOR MAINTENANCE Maintenance of your ARC Series Salt Chlorinator is simple. Your unit must be one of the most productive pieces of equipment on your swimming pool, so it requires some basic maintenance. While water chemistry will always be the most important form of maintenance there are also other hints and pointers to take note of. - Page 19 8. CHLORINATOR MAINTENANCE Using 5 parts of water will make a more aggressive solution but will not damage the Cell. You can use Cell Cleaner and if you do then follow the instruction supplied. Allow the cleaning solution to dissolve the calcium deposits for about 10 minutes. Dispose of the cleaning solution at an approved Council Depot and never into storm water or sewage drains.
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Page 20: System Troubleshooting
9. SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING If you suspect for any reason your ARC Series Salt Chlorinator is not performing or running as it should be, here are some handy troubleshooting tips that may assist you. Fault Indication Potential Cause Remedy NO OPERATION AT Not plugged into a power Check that the unit power cord ALL –... - Page 21 9. SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING The Cell could be Damaged coating will reduce cell damaged or at the end life and reduce output. of its life If all conditions are correct, then the Cell could be at the end of its life. The cell may need cleaning (Sec Level low in one direction 8.1), or the Cell may have run its life...
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Page 22: Warranty
10. WARRANTY THIS EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN MANUFACTURED AND TESTED TO THE HIGHEST STANDARD AND ACCORDINGLY CARRIES THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY. 10.1 The ARC Salt Chlorinator Power Pack & Electrolytic Cell will be repaired at no charge, for the warranted period (please consult your warranty card for this information), from the date of purchase should it be found, after examination, that the failure has been caused by faulty workmanship or materials. -
Page 23: Technical Support
10. WARRANTY Claiming Warranty on your ARC Series Salt Chlorinator When making a warranty claim, please provide the following information to speed up the claim or the claim may not be approved. • Model Number • Power Pack Serial Number •... - Page 24 www.crystalas.com sales@crystalas.com +61 7 5522 9763 7 City Link Drive, Carrara QLD 4211 Australia...