6. The Control Box must be mounted vertically on a flat surface and a minimum of 5 ft (1.5m) horizontal distance (or more, if local codes require) from the pool/spa READ, FOLLOW AND SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL Intermatic Incorporated, 7777 Winn Road, Spring Grove, IL 60081 Questions concerning your Salt Chlorine Generator? Call 321-274-0059 or 815-675-7000...
Table Of Contents Section 1. General Information................1 Section 2. Important Safety Information ............1 Section 3. Installation Instructions..............2 General Information ..............2 Plumbing Your System ............3 Installing the Cell ..............4 Installing the Flow Sensor............5 Mounting the Control Box ............5 Wiring the Control Box............7 Wiring the Flow Sensor............8 Section 4.
Page 1 Section 1. General Information Congratulations on the purchase of your new Salt Chlorine Generator. Your purchase will minimize the efforts needed to maintain your pool and maximize your enjoyment for many years. Before installation or operation, please read these instructions carefully.
Page 2 CAUTION In Canada and some other regions, local codes require the unit be connected only to a circuit that is protected by a ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI). The installer should provide this GFCI requirement. The GFCI should be tested on a regular basis by pushing the test button. If the GFCI fails to operate correctly, there is ground current flowing indicating the possibility of an electric shock.
Page 3 Section 3.2 Plumbing Your System MODEL CONFIRMATION: Confirm you have the correct model for your pool size by checking the model number on the cell: • PE25K < 25,000 gallons (100,000 liters) • PE40K < 40,000 gallons (150,000 liters)
Page 4 Section 3.3 Installing the Cell NOTE Lay out equipment pieces to be sure there is enough pipe space between the last piece of apparatus and the tees in the return line to fit the Flow Sensor and the Cell. A Vertical Installation may be used to save space.
Page 5 Section 3.4 Installing the Flow Sensor Flow direction Install the Flow Sensor between the last piece of apparatus and the Cell (if installed after the Cell, damage to the sensor may result). When possible, install on a horizontal pipe. Mark two lines on the pipe 3 inches (~76 mm) apart and cut with a hacksaw or pipe cutters.
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Page 6 Section 3.5 Mounting the Control Box (Continued) The Control Box must be mounted vertically on a flat surface and a minimum of 5 ft (1.5m) horizontal distance (or more, if local codes require) from the pool/spa. Locate a position for your Control Box within 10 ft (~3 meters) of where the Cell will be installed and within 2 ft of the power supply to ensure enough wire is available.
Page 7 Section 3.6 Wiring the Control Box CAUTION Check whether your chlorine generator operates on 120 volts or 240 volts (see label on the left side of the Control Box), and be sure to wire the system accordingly. It is critical to wire the chlorine generator in such a way that it can only operate when the pump is operating (i.e.
Page 8 Section 3.7 Wiring the Flow Sensor Find the two 18 AWG wires with the ¼” Quick connect terminals from the Cell cable and push them on their respective connectors on the Flow Sensor. These wires are interchangeable. NOTE Flow Sensor wires are interchangeable.
Page 9 Section 4.2 Adding Salt Determine how much salt is needed from the Salinity Demand Table on the following page. This table is based on a salt concentration of 3500 ppm (approximately 1/3 of 1%). More may be added for larger pools (e.g. 4000 ppm) and less for very small bodies of water. Keep the pump on to circulate the water.
Page 10 Section 4.4 Salinity Demand Table (in lbs.) Salt level before addition in PPM 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4500 How much sat to add – in pounds How much salt to add – in pounds 1051 1109 1168 1001 1226...
Page 11 Section 5. Operating Instructions Section 5.1 Chlorinator Specifics This product is an automatic Natural Chlorine Generator for pool and/or spa sanitation. It is the workhorse of chlorine generators. The system uses a very low concentration of salt, less than the concentration in a human teardrop, and converts it into free chlorine that kills algae and bacteria in your pool.
Page 12 To generate more chlorine Turn the Control Knob to a higher setting as necessary, 10% to 100% chlorine production level. (See “Power Meter” in the next section) Ensure sufficient run time (at least 8 hours / 1 ½ turnovers). Ensure salt level is correct and the Cell is clean (see “Salinity Indicator”...
Page 13 Section 5.7 Controls Red Light - Above the Power Meter indicates that the salt level in the pool is on the high side. This does not harm the Natural Generator, but is provided as a cautionary notice to the user not to add more salt to the pool.
Page 14 Salinity Indicator -- To check the salt level, turn the Control Knob clockwise to full power and check the light reading. 100% reading indicates that the salt level is sufficient. Return the Control Knob to the desired chlorine production setting depending on the chlorine level in your pool (10% to 100% production rate).
Page 15 Section 6. Maintenance/Cleaning Maintaining your I-Pure System requires minimal work but will maximize the performance and life of the NOTE: system. Pool water should be tested bi-monthly. Section 6.1 Cell Maintenance Our clear Cell allows for easy regular inspections for calcium build up. Visually check the Cell periodically, and clean it as necessary (1 to 2 times per year).
Page 16 Cleaning With Optional Cleaning Cap (continued) Pour into cell, either undiluted white distilled vinegar, or a solution of diluted muriatic acid (5 parts water to 1 part muriatic acid). (Fig. 3) Wait for foaming to stop (5-10 minutes). If muriatic acid was used, safely dispose of it by pouring it into your pool.
Page 17 Section 6.3 Understanding The Chemistry Below is a table showing the recommended balance levels followed by a more detailed explanation of the factors affecting water chemistry. Maintaining these levels will prevent corrosion and scaling and will ensure maximum enjoyment of the pool. You should test your water periodically.
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Page 18 Section 6.3 Understanding The Chemistry (continued) is a measure of how acidic or basic a solution is. A scale of 0 to 14 is used to measure pH. Pure water has a pH of 7 (neutral), acid solutions have a pH of less than 7, and basic (alkali) solutions have a pH of more than 7.
Page 19 Section 6.4 Calculating Saturation Index Test the water for pH, Alkalinity, Calcium Hardness, and Temperature, then follow the simple steps below: Write your pools pH level here: pH ________ Find your Alkalinity level in the chart below, and write the corresponding Alkalinity Factor here: Alkalinity Factor ________ Pool Alkalinity Factor...
Page 20 Section 7. Troubleshooting Evaluating the possible causes for each problem from top to bottom (first to last) will avoid any extra labor. Check the salinity level. Low Salinity (See “Salinity Indicator” section). 1. Chlorine Level Low Pump operation time too Run pump at least 8 hours per day (1.5 short turnovers of all the pool water).
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Page 21 Section 7. Troubleshooting (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO This is normal for a few minutes at Insufficient water flow initial startup or if air is in the lines. from pump to Flow Sensor Clean filters and strainers. and Cell.
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Page 22 Section 7. Troubleshooting (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO This does no harm to the Natural Generator, but simply indicates that the salt level is on the high side for your information. Slowly turn down the Control Knob Salinity High.
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