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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HX Series Pool & Spa Heater Bolero ND HX70 & HX120 Cleaner Genus IV INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Rainbow Pool Products PO Box 2388, Mansfield Qld 4122 Telephone STD 61-7-3849 5385 Melbourne: 03 8796 8600...
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a Hurlcon Pool and Spa Heater. Proper installation and service of your new heating system and correct chemical maintenance of the water will ensure years of enjoyment. The HX Series Heater is a compact lightweight and efficient gas fired pool and spa heater. It is equipped with features that take advantage of new technology developed exclusively by Hurlcon.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS For your safety – read before lighting This appliance is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
CORROSION PREVENTION IN HEATERS All pool and spa heaters use copper or copper nickel to make their heat exchangers as it is the most efficient material in transferring heat from the combustion chamber into the water. The typical life expectancy of a well maintained pool/spa heater is between 8 and 15 years.
DIGITAL THERMOSTAT OPERATION HURLCON ○ ON/OFF POOL/SPA WARM COOL HURLCON DESCRIPTION The sophisticated digital thermostat provides temperature read out, set point temperature and operating status of the heater. The electronic display indicates the operational status of the heater and any fault conditions. TEMPERATURE DISPLAY The temperature display indicates water temperature in the inlet of the heater.
FAULT INDICATION Under fault conditions the thermostat will display a set of alpha numeric symbols to indicate the status of the heater. The meaning of each symbol and action to be taken are listed as follows: SYMBOL MEANING ACTION Temp Display Unit has power.
MAINTENANCE It is recommended that you check the following at least every six months and at the beginning of every swimming season. 1. Examine the balanced flue or indoor draught diverter. Make sure there are no obstructions to the flow of air to, or flue products from, the appliance.
INSTALLATION THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE INSTALLED BY AN AUTHORISED PERSON. Refer to heater data plate for specifications of gas type, gas consumption, burner pressure and water pressure. This appliance must be installed in accordance with local regulations and Standards Australia Installation Code AS5601.
HEATER DIMENSIONS Model Dimension A Dimension B Dimension C Dimension D HX 70 420mm 320mm 700mm 370mm HX 120 515mm 390mm 800mm 400mm INDOOR INSTALLATION If the HX Heater is to be installed indoors, an indoor draught hood kit must be purchased from Hurlcon and installed on the HX Heater to convert it to an indoor model.
The following diagram is provided as a guide only. All flueing and installation work must be carried out by an authorized person. Flueing must conform to local regulations and to A.G.A. installation code AS5601. Care must be taken to provide the correct ventilation and correct flueing materials in close proximity to combustible surfaces. Approved gas termination cowl 1500...
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION The heater is supplied with a standard 10 amp 3 pin plug for connection to a 240V 10 amp GPO. The heater incorporates a 240/24 VAC transformer which supplies power to the control circuit. All pool or spa equipment connected to mains power should be protected by an RCD circuit breaker.
”. Perform a final check with the heater operating.- See the section below titled “Starting the heater Pressure Switch Adjustment Slide toggle Turn wheel in up to allow direction of adjustment arrow to decrease pressure required to operate heater STARTING THE HEATER 1.
GAS CONVERSION BURNER CONVERSION HX 70 1. Turn off gas supply to unit. 2. Turn off power supply to pump and heater. 3. Remove front access door 4. Disconnect gas supply tube from burner manifold. 5. Remove burner support bracket at the front left of the heater. 6.
TROUBLESHOOTING HEATER WILL NOT LIGHT Possible cause Remedy Automatic ignition system fails Check if power to heater is turned on and pump is in operation Pump not running Start pump Pump airlocked Check for leaks Filter dirty Clean filter Pump strainer basket clogged Clean strainer Defective gas control Shut off gas supply and call for service...
HX SERIES WIRING DIAGRAM Bridged = Spa Open = Pool Genus IV Thermostat 6 Pin Plug Gas Valve Sensor Hi Limit Hi Limit N/C 70˚ N/C 45˚ Violet Pressure Switch Brown White Orange Ignition Module Ignitor Transformer Ignitor/Flame sensor A N E Earth Post Inst174 HX Series Pool &...
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Maintenance of your heater Maintenance Schedule: You new product incorporates moving parts and withstands high velocity water with chemicals in it. Some of these parts will wear in the normal course of use and require regular checks and maintenance. Performing these checks and maintenance will identify parts that have worn and require repair/replacement before further serious damage is sustained.
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FIVE YEAR PRO RATA WARRANTY Hurlcon cover your pool and spa heater with a limited 5 year Pro Rata warranty against defective materials and workmanship from the date of purchase (plus 30 days to allow for installation). 1. The cabinet, refractory insulation and combustion chamber are covered for a period of five years (plus 30 days to allow for installation).
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