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  • Page 1 INSTALLER MANUAL Autotrol 255 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 255 Easy-iQ - Table of Contents Table of Contents Generalities ..................Scope of the documentation ............... Release management ................. Manufacturer identifier, product identification .......... Intended use....................Abbreviations used..................Norms......................1.6.1 Applicable norms ....................1.6.2 Available certificates................... Procedure for technical support ..............
  • Page 3 Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Table of Contents Resin exchange capacity upon salt dosage for standard efficiency ..29 Resin exchange capacity upon salt dosage for high efficiency ....30 Installation ..................31 Product identification.................. 31 Safety notices for installation ..............31 Installation environment................
  • Page 4 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 ..................... 61 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 255 Easy-iQ - Table of Contents Recommended maintenance plan.............. 104 Recommendations ..................105 9.3.1 Use original spare parts ..................105 9.3.2 Use original approved lubricants................ 105 9.3.3 Maintenance instructions ................... 105 Cleaning and maintenance ................. 106 9.4.1 First steps ......................

  • Page 6: Generalities

    • training in the Autotrol series, Easy-iQ controllers and water treatment appliances installation; • knowledge of water conditioning and how to determine proper controller settings; • basic plumbing skills. This document is available in other languages on https://www.pentair.eu/product-finder/product- type/control-valves. Release management Revision...

  • Page 7: Intended Use

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Generalities Assembled in the factory: Pentair Manufacturing Italy Via Masaccio 13 Lugnano di Vicopisano 56010 (PI), Italy Product identification: Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ Intended use The device is intended to be used for residential/commercial applications only and it is purpose- built for water treatment.

  • Page 8: Available Certificates

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Generalities • CISPR 14-1; • CISPR 14-2; • EN IEC 61326-1; Applicable norms for North America Comply with the following guidelines: • UL 979 ; • NSF/ANSI Standard 44 ; • CSA B483.1 ; • FCC 47 CFR part 15 subpart b and C;...

  • 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)

    1.10 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 255 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 255 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 255 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 255 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 255 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) 1.8 kg –...

  • Page 16: Performance Flow Rate Characteristics

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Description Motor Input Voltage* 12 VAC Controller Power Consumption 6 W Protection rating IP23 *Temporary overvoltage must be limited both in duration and frequency. Environmental conditions • Use only indoors. Some exceptions are reported in Outdoor Locations [ →...

  • Page 17: Outline Drawing

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Description Outline drawing Ref. MKT-IM-059 / A - 13.06.2024 17 / 126...

  • Page 18: Description And Components Location

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Description Description and components location One-piece valve disc spring Injector and cap Optical sensor Control module mount Manifold connection LCD display BLFC / Refill controller Brine tank tube connection Check ball Air check BACK button...

  • Page 19: Options Available On The Valve

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Description Options available on the valve 3.5.1 Autotrol Logix residential/commercial series auxiliary microswitch kits The Logix residential/commercial series switch kits allow you to provide an electrical signal during the valve operation. The switches can be wired independently in N.O or NC. The switches are available for 0.1 Amp or 5 Amp rating.
  • Page 20 Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Description 3.5.1.2 Top plate mount The microswitch is located under the cover and is screwed to the top plate. The switch is turned on/ off by a cam lobe on the camshaft. Its function is to signal that the unit is in-service or out-of- service (regenerating).

  • Page 21: Softener Oprating Mode (8-Cycles Operation)

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 22 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 C5 and C7...

  • Page 23: System Sizing

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - System sizing System sizing Recommendations 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 - 4.1 L/min -...

  • Page 24: Salt Dosage Definition

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 25 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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: Salt amount Corresponding Resin °f/m...
  • Page 26 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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] 26 / 126 Ref. MKT-IM-059 / A - 13.06.2024...

  • Page 27: Injector Flow Rates

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 28 Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - System sizing TOTAL BRINE DRAW RINSE Injector "J" (Light Blue) Injector "K" (Pink) For 10" Tanks For 12" Tanks Inlet pressure [psi] Inlet pressure [psi] Inlet pressure [bar] Inlet pressure [bar] Injector "L" (Orange) For 13 "...

  • Page 29: Resin Exchange Capacity Upon Salt Dosage For Standard Efficiency

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - System sizing Resin exchange capacity upon salt dosage for standard efficiency Salt amount Corresponding resin exchange capacity grams / liter of resin grams / liter of resin as °f.m / liter of resin °d.m...

  • Page 30: Resin Exchange Capacity Upon Salt Dosage For High Efficiency

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - System sizing Resin exchange capacity upon salt dosage for high efficiency Salt amount Corresponding resin exchange capacity grams / liter of resin grams / liter of resin as °f.m / liter of resin °d.m...

  • Page 31: 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 32: Installation Environment

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 33: Electrical

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 34: Outdoor Locations

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Installation Caution - material Risk of damage due to wrong lubricant use ! Do not use petroleum-based lubricants such as vaseline, oils, or hydrocarbon-based lubricants. Use only approved silicone grease or soapy water ! • All plastic connections should be hand-tightened. PTFE (plumber’s tape) may be used on connections that do not use an O-ring seal.

  • Page 35: Integration Constraints

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Installation • temperature — Extreme hot or cold temperatures may cause damage to the valve or controller. Freezing temperatures will freeze the water in the valve. This will cause physical damage to the internal parts as well as the plumbing. High temperatures will affect the controller.

  • Page 36: Block Diagram And Configuration Example

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Installation Block diagram and configuration example Block diagram Pressure gauge Main inlet User’s line Check valve to prevent water Filter cartridge hammer and eventual hot water returns Pressure regulator By-pass Meter Suggested options Can be integrated in the valve...

  • Page 37: Valve Connection To Piping

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Installation 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. Info This stop position is considered point zero.
  • Page 38 Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Installation min 200 mm flexible Support to the wall • The diagrams above illustrate how the flexible piping connection should be mounted; • in order to adequately compensate the tank elongation the flexible tubes must be installed horizontally;...
  • Page 39 Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Installation • in the same way, using lubricant* [ Page 39] on the valve thread is not allowed and will void → the warranty for the valve and tank. Indeed using lubricant there will cause the valve to be over-torqued, which may lead to valve thread or tank thread damage even if the connection to piping has been done following the above procedure.

  • Page 40: Regeneration Mode

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 41: Electrical Connection

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 42: Drain Line Connection

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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. When the bypass valve is used, only hand tighten the plastic nuts.

  • Page 43: Overflow Line Connection

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Installation Air gap Drain 5.12 Overflow line connection In the event of a malfunction, the brine tank overflow fitting will direct “overflow” to the drain instead of spilling on the floor. This fitting should be on the side of the brine tank. Most brine tank manufacturers feature a pre-drilled hole for the tank overflow connector.

  • Page 44: Brine Line Connection

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Installation 5.13 Brine line connection The brine line connects the valve to the brine tank. Make the connections and hand tighten. Be sure that the brine line is secure and free from air leaks. Even a small leak may cause the brine line to drain out, and the softener will not draw brine from the tank.

  • Page 45: Programming

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 46: Program Structure And Navigation

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 47: Usb Menu Structure

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 Ref. MKT-IM-059 / A - 13.06.2024 47 / 126...

  • Page 48: Quick Start-Up Menu Structure And Navigation

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 49: Service Menu Structure And Navigation

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 50: Settings Menu Structure And Navigation

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 51 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 Backwash...

  • Page 52: Diagnostics Menu Structure And Navigation

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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. Settings menu allows to set and check all parameters.

  • Page 53: Manual Regeneration Menu Structure And Navigation

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 54: Parameter Setting

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 55: Usb Configuration And Update

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 1. Plug the USB-C key (1) in the USB connector (2).

  • Page 56: Quick Start-Up Setup

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 57: Language

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 58: Unit Of Measure

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

  • Page 59: Hardness

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 60: Time

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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. 120 g/L 2.

  • Page 61: Quick Start-Up Completed

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 62: Alert Setting Menu

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 255 3. Using , scroll between the different submenus to select the one to set.

  • Page 63: User Setting Menu

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 64 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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. Only if there is a continuous flow of more than 1 l/min or 0.25 gpm...
  • Page 65 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 66 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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; Jun;...
  • Page 67 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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. 01 Jan 2024 2.
  • Page 68 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 69: Diagnostic Menu

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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: • 0 to 199 GPG (100 default).

  • Page 70: Installer Setting Menu

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 71 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 Time clock immediate regeneration start parameters...
  • Page 72 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 73 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 83]. → If prompted, enter the PIN code (1201 default) and validate.
  • Page 74 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 75 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 76 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 77 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 78 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 79: Cycle Time Setting Menu

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 80 Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Programming Parameter Range of Default Units of Notes description values value measure Slow rinse 0 to 240 minute Increments of 1 minute. Repressurization 1 to 3 minute Increments of 1 minute. Fast rinse 0 to 99 minute Increments of 1 minute.

  • Page 81: Pin Setting Menu

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Programming Regen Efficiency 1. Press to select the parameter. Standard 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values to select the regeneration mode. 3. Press to validate the selection. 4. Press to display the previous/next parameter.
  • Page 82 Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Programming 6.6.7.2 PIN code setting menu access Info Access to this menu is PIN code protected. Refer to PIN code settings menu [ Page 83]. → If prompted, enter the PIN code (1201 default) and validate.

  • Page 83: Oem Setting Menu

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Programming • Disable. Installer 1. Press to select the parameter. Enable 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values to activate/deactivate the PIN for installer setting access. 3. Press to validate the setting.
  • Page 84 Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Programming Parameter Range of Default Units of Notes description values value measure Meter type Autotrol Autotrol Kfactor Pulse equivalent Injector type Injector E Automatically chosen upon the programmed volume of resin. If Injector F...
  • Page 85 Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Programming 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. 3. Press to validate the 1 PIN digit setting.
  • Page 86 Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Programming 6.6.8.5 Customized text Activate and enter the customized text. Customized text options: • No (Default); • Yes. Text options: • Line 1, 16 characters/numbers; • Line 2, 16 characters/numbers. Customized text activation 1. Press to select the parameter.
  • Page 87 Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Programming 6.6.8.7 Injector type Info The injector type is automatically chosen upon the programmed volume of resin. If needed, this parameter setting can be overridden by the OEM/installer. Select the injector type. Injector options: •...

  • Page 88: Reset Menu

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Programming Injector Flow 1. Press to select the parameter. 0.01 GPM 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values to set the injector flow rate. 3. Press to validate the setting. 4. Press to display the previous/next parameter.
  • Page 89 Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Programming 6.6.9.2 Reset Reset all the parameters to factory values. Reset options: • No (Default); • Yes. Reset selection 1. Press to select the parameter. Reset Parameters 2. Using , scroll through the different possible values to select the option.

  • Page 90: Diagnostic Menu

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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. 6.7.2 Data submenu selection Select the desired data submenu and consult the selected submenu parameters.

  • Page 91: Regeneration Information

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 92: Water Usage History

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 93: Status

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 94 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 95: Commissioning

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 96 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 97: Additional Tips

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Commissioning 7.1.2 Additional tips • the preset default time of regeneration is 2:00 AM; • power supply: The World controller senses the electrical input and decides which is needed; • the Easy-iQ controller can be programmed to regenerate on specific days of the week;...
  • Page 98 Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Commissioning For US Polystyrene resin: set 1.2 fluid ounce (35.5 ml) per ft Non-resinous exchangers: set 0.8 fluid ounce (23.7 ml) per ft Brine tank softeners Backwash the softener and add the required amount of hypochlorite solution to the well of the brine tank.

  • Page 99: Operation

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 255 Green Positionning In During regeneration. Fast Rinse...

  • Page 100: During Regeneration

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 101: Trigger An Immediate Or Delayed Regeneration

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 102: Operation During A Power Failure

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 103: Maintenance

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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. Report maintenance done in the Maintenance chapter of the User Guide document.

  • Page 104: Recommended Maintenance Plan

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Maintenance ð Check for brine draw off levels. ð Check for resin loss at the drain during regeneration. ð Where fitted, check for satisfactory operation of solenoid, i.e. outlet shut off during regeneration and/or brine line shut off valve(s).

  • Page 105: Recommendations

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Maintenance Items 1 year 2 year 3 year 4 year 5 year Chlorine Check / clean Check / clean Check / clean Check / clean Check / clean / generator (if replace if present)

  • Page 106: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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.
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  • Page 108: Injector Screen Cleaning

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 109: Air Check Valve Cleaning

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Maintenance 9.4.7 Air check valve cleaning 1. Unscrew brine pipe (5). 2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen air check cap screw (2) (2x). Let the 2 screws (2) on the cap (4). 3. Remove the cap (4).

  • Page 110: Operations To Be Performed Before Any Maintenance

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Maintenance 9.4.8 Operations to be performed before any maintenance Type et source du danger Depending on the maintenance required, it may be useful to disassemble the valve from the tank in order to have easier access 1.

  • Page 111: Motor And Camshaft Replacement

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Maintenance 9.4.9 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 112: Optical Sensor And Controller Replacement

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Maintenance 9.4.10 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 111]. 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 113: Top Plate, Flapper Spring And Flappers Replacement

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Maintenance 9.4.11 Top plate, flapper spring and flappers replacement WARNING Take care with sharp edges. Use of protective glove is highly recommended to remove the spring (4). 1. Using a flat screwdriver, release the flapper springs (2) one by one and then remove the spring (3).
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  • Page 115: Troubleshooting

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 116: Valve

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 117 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 67]. System using Foreign matter in valve causing...
  • Page 118 Installer manual Autotrol 255 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 119: Spare Parts

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Spare parts Spare parts 11.1 Valve parts list Item Part number Description Assembly quantity 4000816 EiQ cover assembly 1235353 Cam 255/700-860 series valve, STD, black 1235341 Spring, one-piece, 255 valve 1030502 Ball, flow control internal up to no.12 inclusive...
  • Page 120 Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Spare parts Item Part number Description Assembly quantity 1000209 No.7 (1.2 gpm; 4.5 Lpm) 1000210 No.8 (1.6 gpm; 6.1 Lpm) 1000211 No.9 (2.0 gpm; 7.6 Lpm) 1000212 No.10 (2.5 gpm; 9.5 Lpm) 1000213 No.12 (3.5 gpm; 13.2 Lpm) 1000214 No.13 (4.1 gpm; 15.5 Lpm) no ball 1000215 No.14 (4.8 gpm;...

  • Page 121: Easy-Iq Controller And Power Supply

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Spare parts Item Part number Description Assembly quantity 1233187 Motor locking pin (white) 1033066 New to old style air check adapter 1242411 Extension cord 50 cm for cabinets (motor, opt. sens., turbine wires) 1235446 Turbine cable, Logix, short 1239711 Switch kit, front mount, 0.1 amp...

  • Page 122: Meter Adapter

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Spare parts 11.3 Meter adapter Item Part number Description Package quantity 1032350 Meter adapter kit 1040524 Piping boss/meter install kit 11.4 Piping boss (manifold) Item Part number Description Assembly quantity 3023761 Piping boss 3/4" BSPT stainless steel 3/8" BSPT drain 3023747 Piping boss 1"...

  • Page 123: Bypass & Connections

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Spare parts * Not shown 11.5 Bypass & connections Item Part number Description Package quantity 1040769 Bypass body assy (includes bypass installation kit) 1040524 Bypass installation kit 1034302 Bypass repair kit (rotor seals & clips)

  • Page 124: Valve Installation Kits

    Installer manual Autotrol 255 Easy-iQ - Spare parts 11.6 Valve installation kits Item Part number Description Assembly quantity 3029815 Installation kit-255. Consists of E01240; 1009116; 3028263; 3028267 E01240 Air check elbow (CA40) 1/4" FNPT- 3/8" T 1009116 Upper screen 3028263 Riser tube 1.050"...

  • Page 125: 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.
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