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SPA-PAK Heater Models ELS 552-2 & ELS 1102-2 FOR YOUR SAFETY: Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids or other combustible materials in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. To do so may result in an explosion or fire.
WATER CHEMISTRY Occasional chemical shock dosing of the pool or spa should not damage the heater providing the water is balanced. For your health and the protection of your pool equip- ment, it is essential that your water be chemically Automatic chemical dosing devices and salt chlorina- balanced.
INTRODUCTION NOTE: PVC pipe may be used. The Spa-Pak spa Heaters have been designed to pro- NOTE: When using two speed pumps, do not install vide efficient, pollution-free, electric pool heating while gate valve on inlet. requiring minimal installation. The Spa-Pak consists of a sheathed resistance element installed in a copper tank.
codes. Keep wire runs as short as possible to mini- CAUTION: High chemical concentrates from feed- mize voltage drop. Bring wires of size indicated from a ers and chlorinators that are out of adjustment will fused disconnect switch (customer furnished) with an cause very rapid corrosion to the heater.
Wire Size Size of Fused Model Amp Draw Conduit Size (including Disconnect (amps) ground) ELS 1102-2 1” ELS 552-2 *1/2” *Use a reducer bushing. Table A: Wire Sizes for Field Connection LADDER DIAGRAM SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM MODEL ELS 552-2 ONLY...
IMPORTANT SAFETY Controls INSTRUCTIONS Spa-Pak spa heaters have integral thermostats and contactors. They are also equipped with a high tem- perature limit thermostat which will open the circuit CAUTION: Elevated water temperature can be cutting off power to the heating element in the event of hazardous.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: The use of alcohol, drugs, or medica- tion can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia in pools and tubs. WARNING: ONLY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL SHOULD ATTEMPT MAINTENANCE ON THIS NOTE: Hyperthermia occurs when the internal tem- EQUIPMENT (N.E.C. ARTICLE 100-1971) (MAIN- perature of the body reaches a level several degrees TENANCE MUST...
Removing the Magnetic 4. Remove retainer clip at bulb and remove capillary bulb. Contactor 5. Remove aquastat, using extreme care to see that 1. Turn off electric power to heater at main discon- the capillary tube is not kinked or broken. (Never nect.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Nothing happens when the ther- Low flow.......... 1. Check filter, skimmer basket, mostat is turned on pump. 2. If a 2-speed pump is used, turn to high speed. If heater oper- ates, adjust pressure switch for low speed operation.
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PART DESCRIPTION ELS 552-2 ELS 1102-2 2 Element Gasket (Not Shown) 800164 800164 3 Element Tube Assy. 001805F 001808F l l e 5 Well Retaining Clip 300203 300203 6 Pressure Switch 062237B 062237B 8 Contactor/Wire Kit 001813F 001813F 9 Thermostat Control...
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Raypak, Inc., 2151 Eastman Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93030 (805) 278-5300 Fax (805) 278-5468 Litho in U.S.A.
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