Summary of Contents for Pool Controls Chemigem D10CP
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Water Management System User Manual Head Office: 58 Prosperity Avenue, Wangara, WA 6065 Phone: +61 8 9240 4400 Web: poolcontrols.com.au Email: service@poolcontrols.com.au...
Status Indicator, Warnings and Safety Shutdowns Maintenance Troubleshooting IMPORTANT If the power cord is damaged the unit must be returned to Pool Controls for repair. Always read the instructions and warnings on chemical containers before using chemicals. Serial Number........Date of Installation........
If a defect in workmanship or materials in any Pool Controls product covered by this warranty is discovered during the term of the warranty, and provided the warranty holder follows the procedure set out below, Pool Controls will repair or replace that item at the option of the warranty holder.
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CALL OUT FEES • This is a “Back to Base” Warranty, which means that if the Pool Controls product needs to be serviced, replaced or repaired at a place other than Pool Controls’ premises, a call out fee will be charged to cover the cost of travel by an authorised Pool Controls technician.
What’s in the box? • Multi-electrode (probe) • Chemigem Chemigem D10 Controller and Mains Cable • Tubing • Dose Pump Module or Valve Module • User Manual • Injection manifold • Mounting hardware (raw plugs, screws and paper template) How it works: The Chemigem Chemigem D10 continuously analyses pool water chemistry while your pool system is running.
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Operation Following a Power Failure The Chemigem Chemigem D10 unit comes with a timer function built into the operating software and is backed-up by a Real-Time Clock (RTC) similar to those found in computers. During a power failure the Chemigem Chemigem D10 will keep time and maintain AutoMode functions.
Initial pool balance Before you begin using the Chemigem D10 make sure your pool water is balanced as follows: Chlorine If it is a new installation, add enough chlorine (liquid or granular) to achieve a reading of 3ppm on an appropriate test kit. Stabiliser –...
Installation Guide Installation varies slightly depending on whether you have a solenoid valve model ® Chemigem Chemigem D10 or a dosing pump model. The different methods of installation are described below, and illustrated on page 7 (Solenoid valve model) and page 8 (dosing pump model).
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Installing the Chemigem D10 Controller Locate the Chemigem D10 Controller close to the filtration pump so that it may be connected easily. Connect the Chemigem D10 Controller to the mains power outlet of the pool area and make sure this outlet meets all applicable Australian Standard at the time of installation.
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Connect one end of a tube to the inlet side of the valve or dose pump (the direction of flow is indicated by an arrow on a label or the front cover of each dose pump.) Drill an 8mm hole in the lids of the chemical drums and pass the tubing through the hole in the drum lid.
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The Chemigem Front Panel and Operational Buttons The D10 has 5 buttons that allow you to control its functions. Each button is labelled with its primary function. Secondary functions are labelled within an outline next to the button. Buttons are backlit to show activity, with the ESC/OFF button always available to take you back to the home screen.
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The Chemigem D10 Display The D10 uses a four line LCD display to provide the user with information. Line 1 shows the current time and the mode of operation. In the example above, line 1, tells you that the time is 3:27pm and the Chemigem D10 is operating in “Normal Automatic mode”...
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ESC/OFF to return to the Home Screen. Advanced Settings Menu ® If you are interested in learning more about additional functionality of your Chemigem detailed Advanced Settings Manual is available to download from the Pool Controls website - www.poolcontrols.com.au Advanced Settings include: •...
Timer Menu Setting the time Once you have installed your Chemigem D10 and turned it on, you will need to set the correct time on the Chemigem 24 hour clock. First, access the Menu System by pressing the ENT button. The LCD will display the word TIMER MENU.
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Running Times We recommend your system be operated for at least 4 hours per day and always run the system when using the pool. As sunlight destroys chlorine, it is recommended that the Chemigem D10 be run mostly in the evening. Chlorine is added for sanitation but the filter is needed to remove pollutant particles (dust, sand etc) and keep the water looking good.
ORP (Chlorine Menu) Accessing the ORP Menu Access the Chemigem Menu System by pressing ENT. Use the Y/UP or N/DOWN button to scroll through the main menu until ORP MENU is displayed on the LCD. Press ENT to select. Manual Feed Having accessed the ORP menu, the LCD will ask “Manual Feed Y/N?”.
superchlorination. The LCD will then read “ADJUST SET POINT Y/N?” Press Y/UP to select this option and then the LCD will display the current set point. Adjust this using the Y/UP or N/DOWN buttons. Confirm the adjusted set point by pressing ENT. The new set point will then be displayed on the right hand side of line 3 of the LCD.
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Note: Turning off the supply of acid is not normally necessary and could lead to unbalanced pool water that is unsafe to swim in. Pool Controls recommends that you seek advice from a qualified professional prior to disabling the pH system – or call Pool Controls Service on +61 8 9240 4400.
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Chemigem Status Indicators, Warnings and Safety Features Normal Operation – Green Status Indicators When the Chemigem is operating normally and ORP and pH readings are within the correct range, a green status indicator will be illuminated and the LCD will indicate the readings.
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Low pH – (Excess Acid) If the pH of the water drops below the set point, a red status indicator will be illuminated and the words “LOW pH” will be displayed on the LCD. Safety Shutdown If the pH falls below 5.8 the Chemigem will shut down pump operation to ensure no more acid gets into the pool.
Trouble-shooting Before requesting service, you may wish to run through the check list below but feel free to call Pool Controls Service on +61 8 9240 4400 or log a service call via our website – www.poolcontrols.com.au. If there appears to be low or no Chlorine Residual: 1.
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