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Summary of Contents for Intermatic i-Pure 15K
- Page 1 Pure ® Salt Chlorinator IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Scan this QR code for more information, or visit www.intermatic.com...
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Page 2: Important Warnings And Safety Instructions
The Intermatic I-Pure Salt Chlorinator controller internally contains live components. There is a danger of electric shock if opened. If the power cord is damaged then it should be replaced by the manufacturer, their agent or similar. - Page 3 OFF before working on electrical connections. If you are not familiar with the pool filtering system and heater operations, DO NOT adjust or service the I-Pure Salt Chlorinator system without consulting a pool dealer or a qualified pool technician. Intermatic I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide ®...
- Page 4 Use baking soda to neutralize the acid. If this occurs, carefully pour baking soda onto the acid until the fizzing stops, then mop or scoop up the residue. Large acid spills must be handled by the local fire department or hazardous materials experts. Intermatic ® I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide...
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Page 5: Important Safety Precautions
Before installing the chlorinator, review and understand all warnings, safety information in this guide. Failure to follow these instructions or improper installation of the chlorinator can result in damage to the pool finish or the vinyl liner. Intermatic disclaims any liability for repairs or replacement to any of these structures or components of the customer’s pool. See page 38 for Limited Warranty information. -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents Important Safety Precautions and Warnings ....... 2-5 Intermatic I-Pure Salt Chlorinator Overview ........ 7 The Controller and Cell Power Switch ......... 8 Controller Status LEDs ..............9 Controller Operation ..............11 Chlor Boost (Super Chlorination) ..........11 Output LED indicators ............... 11 Temporary Change of Polarity ........... -
Page 7: Intermatic I-Pure Salt Chlorinator Overview
Intermatic I-Pure Salt Chlorinator Overview ® The Intermatic ® I-Pure Salt Chlorinator system can be used standalone or connected to any automation system. The I-Pure features a platinum 1.0 mm coated titanium plate cell. The cell is made of a solid plate cathode and anode with end caps filled with resin to seal and protect the lead connectors. -
Page 8: The Controller And Cell Power Switch
ONLY WHEN THE FILTER PUMP IS ON. NEVER power on the Controller when the pool filter pump is OFF and water is not flowing through the cell. This prevents a gas build-up if the pool pump stops or pool valve is closed. See page 29. Intermatic ® I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide... -
Page 9: Controller Status Leds
20% LEDs are solid Green. Continue this process to 100% (all LEDs solid Green). CAUTION LED is SOLID GREEN: NO FAULTS DETECTED. The chlorinator is operating normally. No Faults Detected LED Indicators Quick Reference Chart: A Quick Reference Chart is attached to the Controller cell cable. Intermatic I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide ®... - Page 10 1-2 hours due to excessive heat and a warning LED will be displayed. Once the internal temperature cools down, the chlorinator will come back ON again and produce chlorine at its previous output. Intermatic ® I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide...
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Page 11: Controller Operation
75% of each hour of pump run time. 100% = 10% to 100% LEDs are solid GREEN - Produces chlorine 100% of each hour of The above indicates 50% output display pump run time. Intermatic I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide ®... -
Page 12: Temporary Change Of Polarity
5. To change the reversing hours, press the “DECREASE (-)” or “INCREASE (+)” button to switch from one reversing hour to another. 6. Once you have selected the reversing time you require, turn the unit “OFF”. The new setting will apply next time you turn the unit “ON”. Intermatic ® I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide... -
Page 13: Water Chemistry (Maintenance Week/Month Intervals)
CAUTION: Metals Test: Periodic testing for metals such as copper, iron, and manganese is recommended. These metals can damage the chlorinator cell and other pool equipment and should not be present in the pool water. If those metals are present, contact your pool professional. Intermatic I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide ®... - Page 14 Without stabilizers, it may be necessary to run the chlorinator for longer hours. CAUTION: Only add chemicals using the method and quantities as instructed on the packaging provided. If in doubt about the chemical results achieved, then consult your local pool professional. Intermatic ® I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide...
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Page 15: Chlorinator Maintenance
EXTRA CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN INSTALLING, MAINTAINING AND OPERATING ACID PUMP FEED SYSTEMS. ACID IS DANGEROUS TO HANDLE AND SHOULD BE PROPERLY CONTAINED, TRANSPORTED, POURED, STORED, AND DISPENSED. Continue to next page for cell cleaning instructions. Intermatic I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide ®... -
Page 16: Inspect The Controller
IMPORTANT: DO NOT return the mixture to the pool. Dispose of the used mixture in a safe manner. Inspecting the I-Pure Controller The controller power AC wires MUST plug into one of the high power AUX Relays located in the Intermatic Load Center or Power Center. -
Page 17: Salt (Lbs/Kg) Chart 1 And 2
200 (5) 200 (5) 2800 33 (1) 67 (1.5) 134 (3.5) 134 (3.5) 3000 8 (0.5) 33 (1) 67 (1.5) 67 (1.5) 3200 Ideal Ideal Ideal Ideal 3400 Above Dilute Dilute Dilute Dilute 4,000 Intermatic I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide ®... - Page 18 5.1 lbs (2.3 kgs) 5.9 lbs (2.7 kgs) 40 ppm 0.8 lbs (0.4 kgs) 1.3 lbs (0.6 kgs) 1.7 lbs (0.8 kgs) 2.1 lbs (1.0 kgs) 2.5 lbs (1.2 kgs) 3.0 lbs (1.3 kgs) Intermatic ® I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide...
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Page 19: Langelier Saturation Index Factor Formula And Factor Chart
SI = pH + Tf + Cf + Af - TDSf -0.5 -0.4 -0.3 -0.2 -0.1 +0.1 +0.2 +0.3 +0.4 +0.5 Corrosion Balanced Water Scaling Langelier Saturation Index Factor Chart Total Carbonate Temperature Calcium Hardness Alkalinity F° C° Intermatic I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide ®... - Page 20 94 °F = 0.8 (Tf) 800 ppm = 2.9 (Af) 800 ppm = 2.5 (Cf) 105 °F = 0.9 (Tf) Saturation index 0 is balanced. Saturation index of +0.3 or -0.3 is ideal. Intermatic ® I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide...
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Page 21: Installation
9. Lastly after all is correct and running the Warning Indicator LED should be SOLID GREEN. Note: Run the chlorinator for 6-10 hours per day in the summer and 3-6 hours per day in the winter. Intermatic I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide... -
Page 22: Important Installation Information
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! Only qualified, licensed personnel should install the I-Pure Salt Chlorinator to the Intermatic Optimizer Load Center or Power Center enclosures. A trained professional familiar with pool/spa and equipment must perform all pool/spa equipment installation, including pumps, lights and other wiring connections. -
Page 23: Pool Preparation
Dummy Cell before installing the chlorinator cell in the pool hydraulics. After the pool system has flushed out the debris from the pipes, remove the Dummy Cell and install the chlorinator cell, as shown on page 27. Intermatic I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide... -
Page 24: Adding Salt To The Pool
Salt: 3000 - 3500 ppm (high salt warning comes on at 5250 ppm) Metals (Copper, Iron, Manganese): None Nitrates: None Phosphates: Less than 125 ppb Saturation Index: -0.3 to 0.3 (0.0 is best) Intermatic ® I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide... -
Page 25: Controller And Cell Installation
flow switch and cell. Cell TO AN AUTOMATION SYSTEM FILTER PUMP RELAY OR ASSOCIATED AUX RELAY (OPTIMIZER). Flow Switch See Page 29 Filter Heater Pump Controller and Cell Plumbing Diagram Intermatic I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide ®... -
Page 26: Mounting The Controller
(2) mounting bracket tabs. 1.75 in Seat the Controller onto the lower brackets (4.45 cm) to secure in place. Lower rear brackets CONTROLLER BONDING LUG. See page 30. Tools for mounting the controller Intermatic ® I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide... -
Page 27: Cell Installation
(3) feet (91.4 cm) away from the heater outlet. For a pool/spa combination system, to avoid creating a gas trap in the pipes, install the cell BEFORE the pool/spa return valve to provide proper Intermatic I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide ®... - Page 28 Cell Connection Plugs: Cell Power in Cable (White to White) (Black to Black). To Associated AUX Relay, see page 29. To Flow Switch, Cell with Nut Couplings, Cell plugs and Controller cable see page 31. Intermatic ® I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide...
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Page 29: Wiring The Controller To An Automation System Relay
Wiring the Controller to an Automation System Relay WARNING: IF THE CHLORINATOR UNIT IS NOT CONNECTED CORRECTLY TO THE INTERMATIC OPTIMIZER SYSTEM, HAZARDOUS CHLORINE GAS CAN BUILDUP AND CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY. IMPORTANT: For third party automation systems, the controller power wires MUST BE connected to the LOAD SIDE of the filter pump relay. -
Page 30: Chlorinator Controller Ground Bonding Lug
BONDING and GFCI: Is for personnel protection and designed to keep the pool equipment voltages level. • Testing and bonding of the pool system should be done annually during a normal maintenance and service. CHLORINATOR CONTROLLER GROUND BONDING LUG Intermatic ® I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide... -
Page 31: Flow Switch Installation And Replacement
3. Remove the flow switch assembly from the clear acrylic tee. 4. Ensure that the o-ring (2) is kept in a safe place. CONNECT TO CONTROLLER CONNECTOR CONNECT FLOW SWITCH PLUG INTO CONNECTOR Flow Switch Water Sensor with attached cable Intermatic I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide ®... -
Page 32: Load Center: Accessing The High Voltage Compartment
Load Center: Accessing the High Voltage Compartment To access the Intermatic Optimizer Load Center breaker base and power relays in the high voltage compartment: 1. Turn OFF the main AC power to the Load Center. 2. Unlatch the front door. Open the front door. -
Page 33: Power Center: Accessing The High Voltage Compartment
Power Center: Accessing the High Voltage Compartment To access the Intermatic Optimizer Power Center and power relays in the high voltage compartment: 1. Turn OFF the main AC power to the Power Center. 2. Unlatch the front door. Open the front door. -
Page 34: Troubleshooting
If all conditions are correct, then cell could be at the end of its life. Faulty control PCB or main Contact Intermatic Technical Support (see the last page of PCB in the controller. the manual). Warning LED is blinking Low or no water flow. - Page 35 If this does not work then not changing direction. it could indicate a faulty main controller PCB or PCB relay. Contact Intermatic Technical Support (see the last page of the manual). 3. Decrease the cell cleaning time (see page 16).
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Page 36: Replacement Parts List And Accessories
Replacement Parts List and Accessories SCG15K Intermatic SCG15K 0.75 lbs/24 hr (14.2 g/hr) RP Chlorinator LED + Flow Switch SCG25K Intermatic SCG25K 1.15 lbs/24 hr (21.8 g/hr) RP Chlorinator LED + Flow Switch SCG40K Intermatic SCG40K 1.65 lbs/24 hr (31.2 g/hr) RP Chlorinator LED + Flow Switch SCG60K Intermatic SCG60K 2.07 lbs/24 hr (39.2 g/hr) RP Chlorinator LED + Flow Switch... -
Page 37: Chlorinator Model Selection Setting
LED (20% & 50%) = Model 25K (Default Model Size) LED (40% & 100%) = Model 40K LED (60% & 100%) = Model 60K 3. Turn the unit OFF and back ON to save the model size. Intermatic I-Pure Installation and User’s Guide ®... -
Page 38: Limited Warranty
This warranty service is available by either (a) returning the product to the point of purchase or (b) by completing a warranty claim online at www.intermatic.com. You are required to provide a receipt, the model number and/or serial number when exercising this limited warranty. - Page 39 Notes...
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Page 40: Technical Support 8:00 Am - 4:30 Pm Cst [Monday-Friday]
Customer Service: 815.675.7000 email: techsupport@intermatic.com www.Intermatic.com All trademarks and logos in this user's guide are the property of Intermatic Incorporated in the USA and/or other countries. Third party registered logos are the property of their respective owners. © 2024 All rights reserved. This document is subject to change without notice.
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