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Once the product has been installed Waterco (NZ) Limited Tel : +61 2 6280 6476 this manual must be given to the owner/operator of this equipment. Auckland, New Zealand Tel : +64 9 525 7570 www.waterco.com Waterco Limited ABN 62 002 070 733 (8290052) 08/2014...
- pool water does not exceed 40 Hydraulic Layout ------------------------------------------- 03 • ! WARNING: Aquamaster is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced Installing Equipment ---------------------------------------- 05 physical sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they...
I pg 03 INTRODUCTION HYDRAULICS Thank you for choosing Aquamaster Pool and Spa Automation which provides you with a full range a. Hydraulics Layout of automation features. While you focus on fun, Aquamaster allows you to automate pool, spa, and...
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To access the Aquamaster for connection of cabling and sensors locate the front panel of Aquamaster and screw well in each corner. To open the panel, insert a flat blade screw driver and half turn anti-clock wise to release the spring loaded locking pin. Ensure the pins are fully released prior to opening the hinged front panel.
The Aquamaster has a number of sensors for pool, roof and air temperature monitoring. d) The sensor must always be located so it is in the sun at the same time as the solar absorber array;...
I pg 09 e. Flocheck Valve (optional) Correct Sensor Position Waterco recommend the Aquamaster system is fitted with the optional Waterco Flocheck valve and should be installed in consultation with the product installation and operating instructions. Sensor should be pointing up the...
Push in the plug of the ‘Flocheck’ valve to the controller. Aquamaster Control PCB layout WARNING: the switch in the unit is only rated in milliamps NOT AMPS and will not directly switch to 240 VAC power. Unit is to be connected to the terminal provided in the Aquamaster.
IP enclosure System Earthing Approval No.: SGSEA/NSW26531 An earth terminal is located within the compartment of the Aquamaster. Connect an earth wire from the primary electrical supply to the earth terminal. Input Power Wiring The Aquamaster requires 240VAC, 40amp...
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Box for the Aquamaster to operate correctly. Spa Mode Output Each touch screen control is to be wired to the Aquamaster Control Box. The maximum cable length from the touch screen control to the Aquamaster Control Box is 50 meters. Recommended The SPA MODE OUTPUT is a 24V dry contact minimum cable size is 24AWG (7/020) or Category 5 shielded data cable.
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Connection of Communication Cable to Waterco ECO Pumps Waterco ECO pumps may be purchased with the communication cable fitted. Consult your local Step 5 – Locate the motor control socket on the underside of the control housing and insert the Waterco sales office for order details.
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3. Open control box cover. 4. To connect a 2-Wire Control (such as Waterco Aquamaster™) 4. To connect a 2-Wire Control (such as Waterco Aquamaster™) or a timer: or a timer: • Locate the pressure switch on the bottom plate of the electrical enclosure.
When two touch screens are installed one will be configured as the “master” and controls all damage. If freeze protection is enabled and the AIR temperature falls below 3oC, Aquamaster will functionality. When the system is first powered up both screens will display the configuration turn on the filter pump to circulate the water.
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Select either the “Independent” or “Integrated” icon relevant to your solar hydraulic configuration. Press the “Temp Check Period” icon to alter the period between Aquamaster checking the pool temperature via operation of the filter pump or independent pump. After the desired pool / spa temperature is reached the pump switches off.
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If the filtration pump is a Waterco ECO pump the user may need to alter the pump speed by pressing the “Filtration Pump Speed” icon and toggle between “Medium / High” speed.
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Waterco Aquamaster I pg 27 If Pool and Spa is selected If a Spa Spill over is featured in the installation ensure either option a. or b. is selected as detailed below: a. If the “Spill over – Spa Return” icon is displayed the automated valves should be configured to take water from the pool and return pool water via the spa.
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Cleaning Settings between “Generic” or “Waterco Multicolour LED” There are two Cleaning options which may be selected by pressing either the “Cleaner Pump” or “Infloor Cleaner” icons. If neither cleaning option is fitted press “Enter” to continue to the next screen.
If a single speed filter pump is connected the filter pump icon will be a simple On Off function. b) If a Waterco ECO pump is connected the filter pump icon will allow the user to scroll through and select the desired pump speed.
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Waterco Aquamaster I pg 33 Infloor Cleaner e) Note- if this option is selected if a group function is activated and the spa mode option is selected heating will start regardless of the group heating setting. a) Configuring the infloor cleaner as an independent system allows it to be operated at any time unless SPA mode is active.
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Waterco Aquamaster I pg 35 Independent Conventional Heating f) If the solar valve is on and the filtration pump has been running for over three minutes and the solar temperature is less than the (pool temperature - 0.5 C) then turn the filtration pump off a) The Heater Pump must be running for three minutes to prime itself before a heater is enabled.
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Group Function Lighting Colour- When a group is activated and a different lighting colour is chosen the Waterco Multicolour LED light must be set to turn on or the lighting colour will not An example of a group function is detailed below for a SPA Party.
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Temperature Sensor Calibration The Aquamaster default PIN code is 1234 > Enter. To change the PIN enter the “Change User PIN” screen through the Configuration Menu. Enter the new PIN > Enter and then Confirm New PIN by re entering the same PIN number again > Enter.
All repairs and replacements shall be carried out by Waterco or its authorized service dealer, unless otherwise authorized in writing by Waterco. All products sold by Waterco are covered by a one year warranty. The exceptions to this are the products listed in the schedule (which also specifies relevant warranty periods). All warranty periods If an authorized service dealer is not available within 25 km (15 miles) of the purchaser’s area:...
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LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY This warranty does not cover, and Waterco will not be responsible for, any defect or damage caused To the extent permitted by law Waterco excludes all liability it may have to the purchaser for indirect, or contributed to by:...
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Freeze protection is used to protect the pool hydraulics and plumbed equipment against freeze damage. If freeze protection is enabled and the AIR temperature falls below 3oC, Aquamaster will “Integrated” should be selected for a conventional heater operating within the filtration circuit.
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