Balboa Instruments ML551 User Manual

Balboa Instruments ML551 User Manual

El/gl series - mach 3 electronic spa controls

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EL/GL Series - Mach 3
ML551 User Guide
Note regarding EL and GL systems: Mach 3 EL and GL systems function
identically, but conform to different International requirements. This
user guide will refer to EL systems for the sake of simplicity, but the
information given applies to both EL and GL products.
Light
Mode
Jets 1
Jets 2
Jets 3 /
Light
Blower
Jets 1
Jets 2
Jets 3 /
Blower
Warm
Electronic Spa Controls
Electronic Spa Controls
Cool
Standard 7 Digital System
Mode
Electronic Spa Controls
Electronic Spa Controls
Standard 7 Digital System
Heat
Warm
Heat
Cool

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  • Page 1 EL/GL Series - Mach 3 ML551 User Guide Light Mode Warm Heat Electronic Spa Controls Electronic Spa Controls Jets 1 Cool Jets 2 Jets 3 / Standard 7 Digital System Light Mode Warm Blower Heat Electronic Spa Controls Electronic Spa Controls...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    EL/GL SERIES (Mach 3) CONTROL WITH ML551 PANEL The ML551 panel can be used with the EL8000, EL5000, The pump responsible for heating and filtration (pump 1 EL2000 and EL1000 systems. This user guide lists all low on non-circ systems, or the circ pump on circ features that are available.
  • Page 4: Temp Set

    Temp Set (80°F - 104°F / 26.0°C - 40.0°C) Jets 1 The last measured temperature is constantly displayed Press the “Jets 1” button once to turn pump 1 on or off, on the LCD. Your spa’s set temperature range may and to shift between low and high speeds if equipped.
  • Page 5: Preset Filter Cycles

    Preset Filter Cycles Circ Pump (optional) On all systems, the pump and the ozone generator will If your system is equipped with a circ pump, it may be run during filtration. At the start of each filter cycle, the configured to work in one of three different ways: blower will run briefly on its highest speed to purge the 1) The circ pump operates continuously (24 hours) with air channels.
  • Page 6: Displaying Information About Your Spa

    Displaying Information About Your Spa – Dolphin II Address When set to “ ”, no addressing is used. Use this There are several pieces of information about your setting for a Dolphin I, or for a Dolphin II which is spa that can be called up from the panel, but are only set for no address (which is the Dolphin II factory needed in special cases.
  • Page 7: Gfci Protection

    Note: The GFCI section does not apply on EL systems used outside the United States. This GFCI section does not apply to GL Systems. GFCI Protection GFCI Trip Test Procedure Your spa may be equipped with a GFCI Protection The installer can cause the GFCI Trip Test to feature.
  • Page 8: Diagnostic Messages

    Diagnostic Messages Message Meaning Action Required No message on display. The control panel will be disabled until power returns. Power has been cut off to the spa. Time of day will be preserved for 30 days with a battery back-up on EL8000 and EL5000 systems. EL1000 and some EL2000 systems reset the time of day on each power-up.
  • Page 9 Diagnostic Messages (continued) Message Meaning Action Required Temperature unknown. After the pump has been running for 1 minute, the temperature will be displayed. Temperature not current in Economy or In Economy or Sleep mode, the pump may be off for Sleep mode.
  • Page 10: Periodic Reminder Messages

    Periodic Reminder Messages (Press the “Mode” button to reset a displayed reminder.*) Message ** Frequency *** Action Required Every 7 days Test and adjust pH chemical levels per manufacturer’s instructions. Every 7 days Test and adjust sanitizer chemical levels per manufacturer’s instructions. Every 30 days Remove, clean, and reinstall filter per manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 11: Optional Auxiliary Panels

    Optional Auxiliary Panels Note: Below is a partial list of optional auxiliary panels and their basic functions. Please contact for local dealer for a complete list of options that will work with your spa. Jets 1 Jets 1 Jets 1 Jets 1 Jets 2 Blower...
  • Page 12: Basic Installation Guidelines

    Warning! Qualified technician required for service and installation. Basic Installation and Configuration Guidelines for Mach 3 CSA Compliance/Conformité EL-Series Spa Controllers. Caution: • Test the ground fault circuit interrupter before each use of Use minimum 6AWG copper conductors only. the spa. Torque field connections between 21 and 23 in lbs.

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