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  • Page 1 INSTALLER MANUAL Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ IMPORT ANT SA FETY INSTR UCTIO NS Read and follow all instructions WWW.PENTAIR.EU/ Save these instructions WWW.PENTAIR.COM (NAM)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Table of Contents Table of Contents Generalities ..................Scope of the documentation ............... Release management ................. Manufacturer identifier, product identification .......... Abbreviations used..................Norms......................1.5.1 Applicable norms ....................1.5.2 Available certificates................... Procedure for technical support ..............
  • Page 3 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Table of Contents Salt dosage definition.................. 27 Injector flow rates ..................30 Installation ..................32 Product identification.................. 32 Safety notices for installation ..............32 Installation environment................33 5.3.1 General ........................ 5.3.2 Water ........................
  • Page 4 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Table of Contents 6.5.8 Salt dosage......................6.5.9 Time........................6.5.10 Date ........................6.5.11 Quick Start-up completed................... Settings menu ..................... 62 6.6.1 Submenu selection ..................... 6.6.2 Alert setting menu ....................6.6.3 User setting menu....................6.6.4 Diagnostic menu ....................
  • Page 5 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Table of Contents 9.2.1 Performa 263 ...................... 106 9.2.2 Performa 268 ...................... 107 Recommendations ..................108 9.3.1 Use original spare parts ..................108 9.3.2 Use original approved lubricants................ 108 9.3.3 Maintenance instructions ................... 108 Cleaning and maintenance .................

  • Page 6: Generalities

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Generalities Generalities Scope of the documentation The documentation provides the necessary information for appropriate use of the product. It informs the user to ensure efficient execution of the installation, operation or maintenance procedures.

  • Page 7: Abbreviations Used

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Generalities Assembled in the factory: Pentair Manufacturing Italy Via Masaccio 13 Lugnano di Vicopisano 56010 (PI), Italy Product identification: Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ Abbreviations used Assy Assembly BLFC Brine Line Flow Controller Brine Valve...

  • Page 8: Available Certificates

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Generalities • 2014/30/UE: Electromagnetic compatibility; • 2011/65/UE: Restriction of use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS); • Regulation CE 1908/2006: concerning the registration, evaluation, authorization and restriction of chemical substances (REACH);...

  • Page 9: Copyright And Trademarks

    Pentair Water Treatment EMEA products benefit, under specific conditions, from a manufacturer warranty that may be invoked by Pentair’s direct customers. Users should contact the vendor of this product for applicable conditions and in case of a potential warranty claim.

  • Page 10: Pentair Scan Application (For Europe Exclusively)

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Generalities Pentair Scan application (For Europe exclusively) Pentair Scan mobile application is the ideal support for the maintenance person in his daily business. A simple scan of the serial label present on the valve with a smartphone gives an instantaneously access to all updated information related to the product, such as: •...

  • Page 11: Safety

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Safety Safety Safety pictograms definition DANGER This combination of symbol and keyword indicates an imminently hazardous situation that will result in serious or fatal injury if not avoided. WARNING This combination of symbol and keyword indicates a potentially hazardous situation that can result in serious or fatal injury if not avoided.

  • Page 12: Serial Label Location

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Safety Serial label location Europe Model Part number Electrical rating Serial number Production date Production order Operating water pressure Electrical rating Model Part number Operating temperature Serial number Production date Production order Mandatory Ensure that the serial label and the safety labels on the device are completely legible and clean !

  • Page 13: Personnel

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Safety This product is not intended to be used for treating water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the product. 2.3.1 Personnel CAUTION Risk of injury due to improper handling!

  • Page 14: Hygiene Measures

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Safety Assembly • Assemble only with components which are in accordance with drinking water standards; • after installation and before use, perform one or more manual regenerations in order to clean the media bed. During such operations, do not use the water for human consumption.

  • Page 15: Description

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Description Description Technical specifications Design specifications/ratings ® Valve body Glass-filled Noryl - NSF listed material Rubber components Compounded for cold water - NSF listed material Valve material certification WQA Gold Seal Certified to ORD 0902, NSF/ANSI 44, CE, Weight (valve with controller) 2.42 kg –...

  • Page 16: Performance Flow Rate Characteristics

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Description *Temporary overvoltage must be limited both in duration and frequency. Environmental conditions • Use only indoors. Some exceptions are reported in Outdoor Locations [ → Page 35]; • Temperature from 3°C – 37F to 40°C – 104°F;...

  • Page 17: Outline Drawing

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Description Outline drawing Ref. MKT-IM-058 / A - 13.06.2024 17 / 130...

  • Page 18: Components Description And Location

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Description Components description and location One-piece valve disc spring Optical sensor Controller Turbine cable connection LCD display Injector and cap 3/8" NPT regenerant line connection Refill controller BACK button VALIDATION button DOWN button...

  • Page 19: Options Available On The Valve

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Description Options available on the valve 3.5.1 Valve Camshaft (Black) The front end of the camshaft has an indicator cup. The cup has slots in the outer periphery and numbers on the inside face.
  • Page 20 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Description Valve Disc Operation Rinse Drain Flapper Outlet Flapper Bypass Flapper Backwash Drain Flappers Refill Flapper Inlet Flapper Regenerant Flapper 20 / 130 Ref. MKT-IM-058 / A - 13.06.2024...

  • Page 21: Blending Valve Kit

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Description 3.5.2 Blending valve kit Tightening the adjusting screw provided by the kit will force the bypass flapper open. The open flapper will allow untreated (hard) water to blend with the treated water supply. As the adjusting screw is turned in, the residual hardness of the outlet water increases.

  • Page 22: Softener Oprating Mode (8-Cycles Operation)

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Description Softener oprating mode (8-cycles operation) Service (downflow) — cycle C0 Untreated water is directed down through the resin bed and up through the riser tube. The hardness ions attach themselves to the resin and are removed from the raw water being exchanged on the resin beads against sodium ions.
  • Page 23 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Description SERVICE BACKWASH C1 and C6 Inlet Outlet Inlet Outlet Drain Valve Valve BRINE/SLOW RINSE REPRESSURIZE C2 and C3 Inlet Outlet Inlet Outlet From brine Drain tank Valve Valve FAST RINSE BRINE REFILL...

  • Page 24: Filter Operating Mode (3-Cycles Operation)

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Description Filter operating mode (3-cycles operation) Service — cycle C0 Unfiltered water is directed down through the media and up through the riser tube. The water is filtered as it passes through the media.
  • Page 25 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Description SERVICE BACKWASH Inlet Outlet Inlet Outlet Valve Valve Drain AIR INJECTION & REPRESSURIZE FAST RINSE C9 & C4 Inlet Outlet Inlet Outlet Valve Valve Drain Drain Ref. MKT-IM-058 / A - 13.06.2024...

  • Page 26: System Sizing

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - System sizing System sizing Softener configuration (Performa 268) 4.1.1 Default Injector/DLFC/Refill flow controller - Valve configuration Vessel diameter Media volume Injector Flow Refill flow control Backwash flow [In] control control 4 to 8 l - E [yellow] 1.5 L/min -...

  • Page 27: Salt Dosage Definition

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - System sizing Salt dosage definition The salt amount is set in kilograms of salt used for each regeneration. This setting will greatly influence the system performances. Make sure this setting is aligned with your actual system size and system # programmed.
  • Page 28 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - System sizing Salt amount Corresponding Resin °f/m °d/m Exchange Capacity [g/Lresin as CaCO3] 260 [g/Lresin] 71.0 7.10 3.97 16.23 [lb/cu.ft] 290 [g/Lresin] 75.3 7.53 4.21 18.10 [lb/cu.ft] Salt dosage and corresponding exchange capacity for high regeneration efficiency:...
  • Page 29 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - System sizing Salt amount Corresponding Resin °f/m °d/m Exchange Capacity [g/Lresin as CaCO3] 230 [g/Lresin] 79.3 7.93 4.43 14.36 [lb/cu.ft] 260 [g/Lresin] 82.9 8.29 4.63 16.23 [lb/cu.ft] 290 [g/Lresin] 86.1 8.61 4.81 18.10 [lb/cu.ft] Ref. MKT-IM-058 / A - 13.06.2024...

  • Page 30: Injector Flow Rates

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - System sizing Injector flow rates The following graphs represent the injectors flow rate as a function of the inlet pressure for the different injector sizes. TOTAL BRINE DRAW RINSE Injector "E" (Yellow) Injector "F" (Peach) For 6"...
  • Page 31 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - System sizing TOTAL BRINE DRAW RINSE Injector "J" (Light Blue) Injector "K" (Pink) For 10" Tanks For 12" Tanks Inlet pressure [bar] Inlet pressure [bar] Inlet pressure [psi] Inlet pressure [psi] Injector "L" (Orange) For 13 "...

  • Page 32: Installation

    The choice of a correct power supply is mandatory to guarantee the safety of users, if you do not feel expert, consult a professional. The power supplies that Pentair supplies with the product are different and can be recognized by the part number on the power supply data plate; and these are:...

  • Page 33: Installation Environment

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Installation • only qualified and professional personnel are authorized to carry out installation work. Installation environment 5.3.1 General • Use only regenerant salts designed for water softening. Do not use ice melt, block, or rock salts;...

  • Page 34: Electrical

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Installation 5.3.3 Electrical DANGER Improper connection of the appliance-grounding conductor Risk of electric shock If outdoor North American transformer is used, check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded.

  • Page 35: Outdoor Locations

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Installation • All plastic connections should be hand-tightened. PTFE (plumber’s tape) may be used on connections that do not use an O-ring seal. Do not use pliers or pipe wrenches; • existing plumbing should be in a good shape and free from limescale. In case of doubt, it is preferable to replace it;...

  • Page 36: Integration Constraints

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Installation • wind — The Easy-iQ cover is designed to withstand a 48 km/h – 29.8 mph wind when properly installed on the valve. Integration constraints Location of a water treatment system is important. The following conditions are required: CAUTION The surface for installation (platform or floor) must be solid, flat and level.

  • Page 37: Block Diagram And Configuration Example

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Installation Block diagram and configuration example Block diagram Pressure gauge Main inlet User’s line Check valve to prevent water harm Filter cartridge By-pass Pressure regulator Meter Suggested options Mixing device Can be integrated in the...

  • Page 38: Valve On Tank Assembly

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Installation Valve on tank assembly 1. Lubricate the seals with approved silicone grease. 2. Spin the valve (1) onto the tank (2), ensuring the threads are not cross-threaded. 3. Rotate the valve (1) clockwise and freely, without using force until it comes to a stop.

  • Page 39: Top-Mounted Valve Installation

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Installation 5.7.1 Top-mounted valve installation The valve and tank should not be supporting any part of the piping weight. This is hence compulsory to have the piping fixed to a rigid structure (e.g. frame, skid, wall…) so that the weight of it is not applying any stress on the valve and tank.
  • Page 40 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Installation • in any case, any failure caused by improper installations and/or piping connections may void the warranty of Pentair products; • in the same way, using lubricant* [ → Page 40] on the valve thread is not allowed and will void the warranty for the valve and tank.

  • Page 41: Regeneration Mode

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Installation Regeneration mode Time clock A Time Clock mode system initiates regeneration upon a determined interval of days between two regenerations. The controller will initiate a regeneration at the programmed regeneration time when the number of days since the last regeneration equals the number of days between two regenerations programmed.

  • Page 42: Electrical Connection

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Installation Electrical connection Sensor input for turbine Main motor & optical sensor connection AC transformer input (low voltage) USB-C 5.10 Bypassing A bypass valve system should be installed on all water conditioning systems. Bypass valves isolate the softener from the water system and allow unconditioned water to be used and also maintains the continuity of the water supply when the product is disconnected.

  • Page 43: Drain Line Connection

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Installation Caution - material Risk of damage due to bad mounting! Do not solder pipes with lead-based solder. Do not use tools to tighten plastic fittings. Over time, stress may break the connections.

  • Page 44: Overflow Line Connection

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Installation If the backwash flow rate exceeds 22.7 l/min – 6.0 gpm or if the unit is located 6.1 m – 236“ to12.2 m – 472“ from the drain, use 19 mm (3/4") tubing. Use appropriate fittings to connect the 19 mm (3/4") tubing to the 19 mm (3/4") NPT drain connection on the valve.

  • Page 45: Brine Line Connection (Performa 268 - Softener Configuration Only)

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Installation Do not tie into the drain line of the controller unit. The overflow line must be a direct, separate line from overflow fitting to drain, sewer or tub. Allow an air gap as per drain line instructions.

  • Page 46: Programming

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Programming Display 1. Screen • Screen back light changes colors upon valves status: – White: In Service /programming (working fine) – Blue: Connectivity – Green: Regeneration – Yellow: minor error – Red: major error 2.

  • Page 47: Program Structure And Navigation

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Program structure and navigation USB menu Quick Start-up menu Allows to configure Used to configure the the valve and to valve before first use update the firmware or after controller using an USB-C key...

  • Page 48: Usb Menu Structure

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming 6.2.1 USB menu structure USB connected to controller USB Detected Press To Continue USB Action bin files Load Firmware USB Action csv files Load Settings 48 / 130 Ref. MKT-IM-058 / A - 13.06.2024...

  • Page 49: Quick Start-Up Menu Structure And Navigation

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming 6.2.2 Quick Start-up menu structure and navigation Info Quick Start-up menu is only accessible at first power on or after controller reset. 1st Power on or after Reset English - French - Italian -...

  • Page 50: Service Menu Structure And Navigation

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming • validate setup parameters and displays Service screens. • displays Previous submenu/parameter. • displays Next submenu/parameter. Quick Start-up menu allows to set the main parameters to use the valve. Once parameters are set, the controller goes to Service screens.

  • Page 51: Settings Menu Structure And Navigation

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming 6.2.4 Settings menu structure and navigation Part 1 Service mode Settings Settings Diagnostics Settings Salt Alert User Installer Reset Salt Reminder Holiday Mode Error Log Enter PIN XXXX Salt Refill Reminder Holiday Start Date...
  • Page 52 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Part 2 Service mode Cycle Settings Settings Reset xx Minutes Password Enter PIN Enter PIN Enter PIN Enter PIN XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Regen Efficiency Valve Type Reset Parameters High Efficiency Enable...

  • Page 53: Diagnostics Menu Structure And Navigation

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming • enter in the menu and validate the PIN. • displays Previous submenu/parameter. • displays Next submenu/parameter. • goes back from submenu to Settings menu, or, from Settings menu to Service screens.

  • Page 54: Manual Regeneration Menu Structure And Navigation

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming • displays Diagnostics menu from Service menu. • enters Diagnostics menu from Settings menu, then allowing access to the different Diagnostics submenus. • displays Previous submenu/parameter. • displays Next submenu/parameter. • goes back from submenu to Diagnostics menu, or, from Diagnostics menu to Service menu.

  • Page 55: Parameter Setting

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Parameter setting Info When a parameter is selected, the editable option is displayed in bold. Valve Selection 255 (Actual setting) Language English Valve Selection Valve Selection 255 (Actual setting - before) 268 (New setting - after)

  • Page 56: Usb Configuration And Update

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming USB configuration and update Info The Easy-iQ controller can be configurated and/or updated with respectively a *.csv and/or a *.bin file on an USB-C support. Options: • Load firmware • Load settings USB Detected 1.

  • Page 57: Quick Start-Up Setup

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Quick Start-up setup At start-up or after controller reset, the controller displays the Quick Start-up menu. Once Quick Start-up is validated, the controller goes in Service mode displaying Service screens. 6.5.1 Quick Start-up mode programming chart...

  • Page 58: Language

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Parameter Range of Default Units of Notes description values value measure Resin amount 1 – 999 liter Metric unit setting. Increments of 1 unit. 0.25 – 35 cubic foot US or UK unit setting.

  • Page 59: Unit Of Measure

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Options: • 368; • 255; • 263; • 268 (default); • 269; • 278; • 273. Valve Type 1. Press to select the parameter. 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values to select the valve.

  • Page 60: Hardness

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Hardness Unit 1. Press to select the parameter. mg/L(PPM) 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values to select the hardness unit. 3. Press to validate the selection. 4. Press to display the previous/next parameter.

  • Page 61: Time

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming • 3 to 18 lbs/ft (Default, quick start-up menu programmed value); Metric options: • 50 to 290 g/l (Default, quick start-up menu programmed value); Salt Dosage 1. Press to select the parameter.

  • Page 62: Quick Start-Up Completed

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Date 1. Press to select the parameter. 01 Jan 2024 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values to set the day. 3. Press to validate day setting. 4. Repeat the previous two steps once to set the month and a second time to set the year.

  • Page 63: Alert Setting Menu

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Service screen 1. If necessary, press to come back to Service screens. 14:35 3000L 2. Press to display Settings menus. Autotrol 268 3. Using , scroll between the different submenus to select the one to set.

  • Page 64: User Setting Menu

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming • No (Default). Salt Refill Reminder 1. Press to select the parameter. 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values to activate/deactivate the reminder. 3. Press to validate the selection. 4. Press to display the previous/next parameter.
  • Page 65 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Parameter Range of Default Units of Notes description values value measure Contin. Flow alert If activated, alerts the user after xx hours of continuous flow. 1 to 12 with increments of 1.
  • Page 66 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Holiday Mode 1. Press to select the parameter. 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values to activate/deactivate the holiday mode. 3. Press to validate the selection. 4. Press to display the previous/next parameter.
  • Page 67 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Info The default date is today. Set the date (dd/mmm/yyyy) of the holiday mode end. Options: • dd 01 to 31. • mmm Jan; Apr; Jul; Oct; Feb; May; Aug; Nov; Mar;...
  • Page 68 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Options: • dd 01 to 31. • mmm Jan; Apr; Jul; Oct; Feb; May; Aug; Nov; Mar; Jun; Set; Dec. • yyyy 2023 to 9999. Date 1. Press to select the parameter.
  • Page 69 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Options: • On; • Off (Default). Delay options: • 1 to 12 hours (1 default). Continuous flow alert 1. Press to select the parameter. activation 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values Continuous Flow to activate/deactivate the continuous flow alert.

  • Page 70: Diagnostic Menu

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming 6.6.3.10 Hardness Set the inlet water hardness. In case residual hardness at outlet is set using the internal mixing screw, deduct the measured residual hardness from inlet hardness for programming. US options: •...

  • Page 71: Installer Setting Menu

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming 6.6.5 Installer setting menu 6.6.5.1 Installer setting menu programming chart Parameter Range of Default Units of Notes description values value measure Unit of measure Metric Metric Imperial (UK) Hardness unit mg/l or ppm mg/l or Metric or Imperial (UK) unit.
  • Page 72 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Parameter Range of Default Units of Notes description values value measure Regen. Start Time clock Time clock immediate immediate Time clock delayed Time clock day of the week Meter immediate Meter delayed...
  • Page 73 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Parameter Range of Default Units of Notes description values value measure Capacity 3 to 9 °THxm Increments of 0.01 °THxm 1.8 to 5 °dHxm Increments of 0.01 °dHxm 30 to 90 g/l eq. Increments of 0.1 g/l eq. CaCO CaCO 0 to 999’999...
  • Page 74 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming 6.6.5.2 Installer setting menu access Info Access to this menu is PIN code protected. Refer to PIN code settings menu [ Page 84]. → If prompted, enter the PIN code (1201 default) and validate.
  • Page 75 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Hardness Unit 1. Press to select the parameter. mg/L(PPM) 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values to select the hardness unit. 3. Press to validate the selection. 4. Press to display the previous/next parameter.
  • Page 76 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Resin volume 1. Press to select the parameter. 20 L 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values to set the resin volume. 3. Press to validate the setting. 4. Press to display the previous/next parameter.
  • Page 77 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Reserve type selection 1. Press to select the parameter. Reserve Type 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values Fix % to select the reserve type. 3. Press to validate the selection.
  • Page 78 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Regeneration initiation 1. Press to select the parameter. mode 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values Regen Start to select the time clock regeneration interval. Time Clock 3. Press to validate the selection.
  • Page 79 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Regeneration initiation 1. Press to select the parameter. mode 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values Regen Start to select the time clock day of the week regeneration mode. Day Of The Week 3.

  • Page 80: Cycle Time Setting Menu

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Meter delayed Info The exchange capacity is precalculated based on salt dosage as for high or standard efficiency exchange capacity table. The exchange capacity displayed depends on the chosen system unit. Select the meter delayed regeneration mode and set the exchange capacity per unit of resin volume (l or ft depending on chosen unit of measures).
  • Page 81 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Parameter Range of Default Units of Notes description values value measure Brine draw 0 to 240 minute Calculated. Slow rinse 0 to 240 Minute Increments of 1 minute. Repressurization 1 to 3 minute Increments of 1 minute.

  • Page 82: Pin Setting Menu

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Set the regeneration mode. Regeneration mode options for 268: • High efficiency; • Standard (Default). Regen Efficiency 1. Press to select the parameter. Standard 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values to select the regeneration mode.
  • Page 83 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Parameter Range of Default Units of Notes description values value measure Installer settings Enable Enable Disable New PIN 0000 to 9999 1201 6.6.7.2 PIN code setting menu access Info Access to this menu is PIN code protected.
  • Page 84 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Cycle Times 1. Press to select the parameter. Enable 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values to activate/deactivate the PIN for cycle time setting access. 3. Press to validate the setting.

  • Page 85: Oem Setting Menu

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming 6.6.8 OEM setting menu 6.6.8.1 OEM setting menu programming chart Parameter Range of Default Units of Notes description values value measure Valve type Reg efficiency High Standard Standard Customized text Up to 16 characters/numbers per line.
  • Page 86 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Parameter Range of Default Units of Notes description values value measure Refill control 0.14 Refill controller flow rate is automatically chosen upon the 0.33 injector type previously programmed. Should it be necessary it can be overridden by OEM/installer.
  • Page 87 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming 6.6.8.4 Regeneration efficiency Select the regeneration efficiency. Regeneration efficiency options: • High; • Standard (Default). Regen Efficiency 1. Press to select the parameter. Standard 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values to select the regeneration efficiency.
  • Page 88 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Meter type selection 1. Press to select the parameter. Meter Type 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values Autotrol to select the meter type. 3. Press to validate the selection.

  • Page 89: Reset Menu

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming 6.6.8.8 Injector flow Info The injector flow rate is determined upon the injector type previously programmed. Should it be necessary it can be overridden by OEM/installer. Set the injector flow. Injector flow options: •...
  • Page 90 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming If prompted, enter the PIN code (1201 default) and validate. Enter PIN 1. Press to start entering the PIN code. XXXX 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values to set the 1 PIN digit.

  • Page 91: Diagnostic Menu

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Diagnostic menu 6.7.1 Diagnostic menu access The diagnostic menu can be accessed in two ways: • From the service mode by pressing • From the Settings menu by selecting the diagnostic menu.

  • Page 92: Error Log Submenu

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming 6.7.3 Error log submenu 6.7.3.1 Error log Display the error log. • Error type and occurrence date. Error Log 1. Press to display the error log. 2. Using , scroll to consult the error list.

  • Page 93: Water Usage History

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Volume since last 1. Press to display the regeneration information. regeneration 2. Using , scroll to consult the regeneration Volume Since information. Last Regen 3000 L 3. Press to come back on Diagnostics menu.

  • Page 94: Status

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Total volume of water used 1. Press to display the water usage history. Total Flow 2. Using , scroll to consult the water usage 10000 L information. 3. Press to come back on Diagnostics menu.
  • Page 95 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Programming Software version 1. Press to display the status. SW/HW 2. Using , scroll to consult the status information. Version 01.43/3 3. Press to come back on Diagnostics menu. Last set change Last Setting Change...

  • Page 96: Commissioning

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Commissioning Commissioning Info This chapter is available for standard regeneration flows. Contact your supplier if the actual regeneration is not standard and if you need assistance. Air purge, water filling and waterproofness inspection 7.1.1...
  • Page 97 If the tank has a salt platform in the bottom of the tank, add water until the water level is approximately 25 mm (1") above the platform. Pentair recommends not putting salt in the tank before the control valve has been started up. With no salt in the tank, it is much easier to view water flow and motion.

  • Page 98: Additional Tips

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Commissioning 8. Once water in the regenerant is confirmed receiving, cycle the valve back to Service position by cancelling the regeneration pressing on button for 3 seconds. 9. With a bucket or a hose, refill the regenerant tank to the approximate level it was showing before the previous draw test.

  • Page 99: Sodium Or Calcium Hypochlorite

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Commissioning 7.2.2 Sodium or calcium hypochlorite These materials are satisfactory for use with polystyrene resins, synthetic gel zeolite, greensand and bentonites. 5.25% Sodium hypochlorite If stronger solutions are used, such as those sold for commercial laundries, adjust the dosage accordingly.

  • Page 100: Operation

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Operation Operation Display 8.1.1 Operation display color The display backlight color changes depending on the system condition: 14:35 3000L White In service or in programming mode. Autotrol 268 Green Positionning In During regeneration.

  • Page 101: During Regeneration

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Operation 8.1.3 During regeneration The display shows the current cycle with time remaining, or the cycle it's heading towards. A few examples are following: Backwash Backwash cycle: Time 5 Of 12 min Positionning In...

  • Page 102: Trigger An Immediate Or Delayed Regeneration

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Operation Service screens Regen Regen Delayed Regen Cancel Delayed • displays Manual regeneration menu from Service screens. • displays Previous parameter. • displays Next parameter. • goes back to Service screens. 8.3.1 Trigger an immediate or delayed regeneration Regeneration options: •...

  • Page 103: Operation During A Power Failure

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Operation Operation during a power failure • All the program settings are stored in a permanent memory; • current valve position, cycle step time elapsed, and time of day are stored during a power failure, and will be restored upon power restoration;...

  • Page 104: Maintenance

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Maintenance Maintenance Mandatory Cleaning, maintenance and service operation shall take place at regular intervals and must be done by qualified personnel only in order to guarantee the proper functioning of the complete system.

  • Page 105: Performa 268

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Maintenance 5. Where fitted, check for satisfactory operation of solenoid valve(s) i.e. outlet shut off during regeneration. 9.1.2 Performa 268 9.1.2.1 Water quality 1. Raw water total hardness. 2. Treated water hardness. 9.1.2.2 Mechanical checks 1.

  • Page 106: Recommended Maintenance Plan

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Maintenance Recommended maintenance plan 9.2.1 Performa 263 Items year year year year year Injector & Clean Clean Clean Clean Clean/ replace filter**** if necessary DLFC** Clean Clean Clean Clean Clean/ replace if necessary...

  • Page 107: Performa 268

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Maintenance ** Elastomer durability is strongly affected by raw water concentration in chlorine and its derivate *** Wear part **** Even if the valve is filter configured, the injector is used during regeneration to equalize pressure on both side of flappers and avoid water hammer.

  • Page 108: Recommendations

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Maintenance Items year year year year year Turbine (if Check / clean Check / clean Check / clean Check / clean Replace present, internal or external model)*** Turbine cable Check Check Check Check Replace (if turbine present)

  • Page 109: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Maintenance Cleaning and maintenance 9.4.1 First steps Before any cleaning or maintenance procedure, complete the following steps: Mandatory These operations must be performed before any cleaning or maintenance procedure ! 1. Unplug the wall-mounted transformer.
  • Page 110 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Maintenance 110 / 130 Ref. MKT-IM-058 / A - 13.06.2024...

  • Page 111: Injector Screen Cleaning

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Maintenance 9.4.5 Injector screen cleaning 1. Using a Torx key, unscrew and extract the injector screen cap (4). 2. Unclip the white plastic basket (5) and clean it with a soft brush. ð Use of descaling agent such as white vinegar might be required in case of impurities on the plastic basket (5).

  • Page 112: Valve Cover Disassembly

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Maintenance 9.4.7 Valve cover disassembly 1. Unlock the cover (1) from the slide clips (2) (one on each side of the valve). 2. Lift the cover (1). 3. Reverse above procedure steps to rebuild.

  • Page 113: Motor And Camshaft Replacement

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Maintenance 9.4.8 Motor and camshaft replacement 1. Remove the white locking pin (2) securing the motor (3). 2. Turn the motor (3) counter clockwise and slide it out of its position. 3. Slide the camshaft (1) backwards until it is released from its mounting boss, then lift it up.

  • Page 114: Optical Sensor And Controller Replacement

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Maintenance 9.4.9 Optical sensor and controller replacement Info Note To remove the optical sensor, you first have to disassemble the camshaft. See Motor and camshaft replacement [ → Page 113]. 1. The optical sensor (2) is clipped on the front edge, gently press on the clips to release the optical sensor (2) from its location.

  • Page 115: Turbine Cleaning Or Replacement

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Maintenance 9.4.10 Turbine cleaning or replacement Info Note Depending on the valve installation, the turbine may not be present (optional equipment). 1. Remove the turbine cable (2) by pushing it up and pulling it from the other side.

  • Page 116: Top Plate, Flapper Spring And Flappers Replacement

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Maintenance 9.4.11 Top plate, flapper spring and flappers replacement WARNING Beware of sharp edges. Use of protective glove is highly recommended to remove the spring (3). 1. Using a flat screwdriver, release the flapper springs (2) one by one and then remove the spring (3).
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  • Page 118: Troubleshooting

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 10.1 Error display color The background color of the display changes depending on the error type: CONTINUOUS Yellow System presents a minor error. FLOW SHUT OFF Motor Stall System presents a major error.

  • Page 119: Valve

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Troubleshooting Message Cause Solution Service required Service Interval timer has expired. From within Master Settings, navigate to the Assistance/Mainten. Interval screen and set a new Service Interval time. Salt alert Salt alert countdown reach zero.
  • Page 120 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Troubleshooting Issue Cause Solution Valve system Controller set incorrectly. Correct time setting according to regenerates at instructions. wrong time of day. See Regeneration time [ → Page 68]. System using Foreign matter in valve causing...
  • Page 121 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Troubleshooting Issue Cause Solution Brine tank Brine valve disc 1 being held open by Manually operate valve stem to flush overflow. foreign matter. away obstruction. Valve disc 2 not closed during brine Flush out foreign matter holding disc draw causing brine refill.

  • Page 122: Spare Parts

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Spare parts Spare parts 11.1 Valve parts list Item Part number Description Assembly quantity 1255104 Valve assy without flow controllers (EU) 1244651 Valve assy without flow controllers with prop-65 label (NAM) 1235373 Module, sensor, photo interrupter...
  • Page 123 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Spare parts Item Part number Description Assembly quantity 1235352 Performa Logix camshafts, 263 - 268/700 - 860 series valve, STD, black 4000816 Easy-iQ cover assembly 1235446 Turbine cable, Logix short 1235361 Assy, motor + cable, 700 series controller...

  • Page 124: Easy-Iq Controller And Power Supply

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Spare parts Item Part number Description Assembly quantity 1243510 Regenerant refill controller, 0.33 GPM cone style 1035622 Tank ring 1010154 Tank o-ring 1239760 Blending valve kit 1033444 Turbine assy 1041174 Standard/Sev valve disc kit (EU)

  • Page 125: 1265 Bypass & Connections

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Spare parts 11.3 1265 Bypass & Connections Item Part number Description Assembly quantity 1040930 Bypass 1265 1034302 Repair kit (rotor seals & clips) 1030541 Gasket for 1" pipe or tube 1034385 Adapter nut 1 - 1 ¼" bakelite 3023824 ¾"...

  • Page 126: Valve Installation Kits

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Spare parts 11.4 Valve installation kits 11.4.1 Performa 263 1002449 3028263 Correct drain line flow control must be fitted depending on media type and vessel size. Part number Description Assembly quantity 1002449 Drain fitting elbow (¾" hose barbed) 3028263 Riser tube 1.050"...

  • Page 127: Performa 268

    Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ - Spare parts 11.4.2 Performa 268 E01100 1002449 1009116 E01480 1037194 3028263 E01140 3028255 1036840 Part number Description Assembly quantity 3029817 Kit - 268 consist of: 1002449, 1009116, 3028263, E01100 and 3028255 1002449 Drain fitting elbow (¾" hose barbed)

  • Page 128: Disposal

    This will help to reduce the impact on the environment, health, safety and help to promote recycling. Pentair does not collect used product for recycling. Contact your local recycling center for more information.
  • Page 129 Installer manual Autotrol Performa 263-268 Easy-iQ Notes Ref. MKT-IM-058 / A - 13.06.2024 129 / 130...
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