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Operating & Service Instructions -for- HP7 Microprocessor Controller Includes Connection of External Controllers Dealer & Service Version Not for Distribution to Owners 2737 24 Street North St. Petersburg, FL 33713 800-786-7751 www.aquacal.com...
GENERAL DESCRIPTION of HP7 CONTROLLER...4 HP7 CONTROLLER SPECIFICATIONS...4 Inputs: ...4 Outputs:...4 Control Features:...5 CONTROL PANEL LAYOUT ...5 SEQUENCE of OPERATION ...7 START UP & SETTING OPERATING CONTROLS ...8 LEVEL-1 (Owner) ACCESS...8 Applying Power to The Controller: ...8 Turning The Heat Pump ON:...8 Turning The Heat Pump OFF: ...8...
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Time Delay [dEL] : ...12 Configuring for External Controllers [JAO] or [FS2]: ...12 Water Sensor calibration [tSC]… ...13 Defrost Sensor Calibration [dSC]… ...13 Dead Band Differential [dB1] …...14 Changing Service Lock Code & “Backdoor” Entry… ...15 LEVEL-2 DISPLAY SET UP & CALIBRATION CODES ...16 [LOC] ...16 [dEL] ...16 [JAO]...16...
GENERAL DESCRIPTION of HP7 CONTROLLER The HP7 is a powerful microprocessor control designed for use in swimming pool & spa heat pumps. The control features 3-digit temperature and set point display, with programming changes easily performed via simple 3-button (key) operation.
Control Features: ♦ Compressor Operation ♦ Refrigerant Circuit Hi & Low-Pressure Lock Out ♦ Water Pump Option (Call Flex) ♦ Precise Evaporator Temperature Control (Defrost Management) ♦ Anti Short Cycle Timer (4-Minute Restart Delay) ♦ Precise Water Temperature Control ♦ Corrosion Protection (Conformal Coating) CONTROL PANEL LAYOUT DOWN ARROW –...
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CONTROL PANEL SYMBOLS UNIT is HEATING WATER TEMPERATURE SET POINT ACTUAL WATER TEMPERATURE POOL SELECTION SPA SELECTION...
SEQUENCE of OPERATION HP-7 (6200P) Sequence of Operation LINK to Codes OPERATIONAL CODES ______________________ Other Possible Displays "FS"...Defrost Mode Normal Operation in Colder Weather FAILURE CODES ______________________ CSE- Control System Error dPC-Defrost Sensor Shorted dPO- Defrost Sensor Open Other Possible Displays PC- Water Sensor Shorted PO- Water Sensor Open LP- Refrigerant Low Pressure...
START UP & SETTING OPERATING CONTROLS NOTE: Covered within this section are features and settings typically accessed first by the installer, and then remaining accessible by the end user (owner). These features reside at the Level-1 access point within the microprocessor. (Please see page-11 for information concerning Level-2, service-related access.) Applying Power to The Controller: A.
Changing The Pool Temperature Set Point: A. Using the Pool / Spa key, select the POOL temperature set point. The pool set point indicator light will confirm your selection by lighting. B. The pool temperature set point range is adjustable from 60°F. to 95° F (104 models).
5) With [ELC] displayed, use the Up or Down arrow keys to select a lock code number. The factory set lock code is “17”. Not depressing any buttons for 15- seconds will allow the control to save the selection and return to the normal operating mode.
Fan Speed Control… This option is not applicable to any current models. If option present, factory default setting of “80” MUST remain. Controllers Version .06 or newer will not contain a FAN option. Menu Codes Description [FLO] No water flow detected [OFF] System is off...
WARNING !!!! Dealer & Service Center Use Only SERVICE & SET UP FEATURES (Includes Configuration for External Controllers) 1. Entering Service Menu: A. To enter the service menu level, depress and hold both the Up ⇑ and Down ⇓ arrow keys simultaneously until the code message [CF1] (Celsius Fahrenheit Selection) is displayed.
WARNING !!!! Dealer & Service Center Use Only 3.2: Configuring for External Controllers not Equipped with an “OFF” Position Switch, and All Double-Function Air Switch Controllers. (Also see Appendix Item “B”) 3.3 Remote Flow Switch / Automatic Thermostat Switching [FS2]: (Also see Appendix Item “C”) A.
WARNING !!!! Dealer & Service Center Use Only B. Remove the unit front panel to gain access to the defrost sensor . The defrost sensor will be found strapped to the suction line in combination with the TXV sensing bulb, or, in some models, the defrost sensor will be connected to the suction line independent of the TXV bulb;...
WARNING !!!! Dealer & Service Center Use Only 7. Changing Service Lock Code & “Backdoor” Entry… A. Changing the Code… The factory default Service Lock Code is “50”. Service personnel are strongly advised to retain the factory default setting. However, should unauthorized access to the Level-2 (Service) menu be suspected, it may be useful to select a code other than “50”.
WARNING !!!! Dealer & Service Center Use Only 8) [DEL] will display (At this point you have entered the service menu, and service- level programming will be possible.); 9) Push Pool/Spa pad until [LOC] appears on readout for the second time; 10) Push the up arrow,…The current, correct lock code will display.
WARNING !!!! Dealer & Service Center Use Only Message Error Description [dPO] Defrost Sensor Open Cut or loose sensor wiring [PO] Water Temperature Sensor Open [dPC] Defrost sensor shorted Water temperature [PC] sensor shorted [LP] Refrigerant system low pressure switch open [HP] Refrigerant system...
WARNING !!!! Dealer & Service Center Use Only APPENDIX Connecting to, and Configuring Microprocessor for, External Control: • A: Jandy and Pentair/Compool Brand External Controllers Equipped with an “OFF” Position • B: External Controllers NOT Equipped with OFF Setting • C: Remote Flow Switch Connection •...
Connecting Specific Jandy Or Pentair/Compool Controllers (See application table within) Instructions For Connecting Specific Jandy Or Pentair/Compool Controllers To AquaCal’s HP7 Microprocessor The microprocessor terminal block, labeled X,Y,Z, is located on the low-voltage portion of the MICROPROCESSOR POWER BOARD. (See figure 1, below.) Controllers Suitable for this Application: Jandy and Compool controllers have similar features.
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WARNING !!!! Dealer & Service Center Use Only Warning ! MAKE CERTAIN POWER SUPPLY TO HEATPUMP and CONTROLLER IS DISCONNECTED PRIOR TO CONTINIUING. FAILURE TO DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. 1. String 18/2 cable from the controller to the heat pump. 2.
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WARNING !!!! Dealer & Service Center Use Only Warning ! MAKE CERTAIN POWER SUPPLY TO HEATPUMP and CONTROLLER IS DISCONNECTED PRIOR TO CONTINIUING. FAILURE TO DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. 1. String 18/3 cable from the controller to the heat pump. 2.
TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. CAUTION ! ONLY NON-ENERGIZING (“DRY”) CIRCUIT SHOULD BE CONNECTED; NEVER APPLY EXTERNAL-SOURCE VOLTAGE TO THE HP7 MICROPROCESSOR TERMINAL BOARD. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN EQUIPMENT DAMAGE. Connection Instructions (Uses the “FS-2” Connection on HP-7) 1.
Connecting a Remote Flow Switch Installing A Remote Flow Switch For Automatic A Remote Flow Switch kit is designed to allow automatic selection of the thermostats on AquaCal heaters equipped with HP7 Microprocessors with LED display. The Microprocessor will receive a signal from the flow switch, which can be installed in either the pool return line or the spa return line.
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WARNING !!!! Dealer & Service Center Use Only SPA Return Line Installation 1. Disconnect power to the AquaCal Heater. 2. Remove front access panel and the electric box cover (if equipped) on the heater. 3. String the flow switches cable through an access hole in the side of the heater and into the electric box.
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WARNING !!!! Dealer & Service Center Use Only FLOW SWITCH INSTALLED IN SPA RETURN LINE FIGURE 2 For Assistance Call AquaCal @ 800-786-7751 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM...
WARNING !!!! Dealer & Service Center Use Only Installing a Call Flex Kit Time Clock Management - Heaters Equipped With HP7 Microprocessor The CALL-FLEX is installed to manage the time clock to the desired heating style of the pool heat pump owner.
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WARNING !!!! Dealer & Service Center Use Only Diagrams...
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CAUTION ! ONLY NON-ENERGIZING (“DRY”) CIRCUIT SHOULD BE CONNECTED; NEVER APPLY EXTERNAL-SOURCE VOLTAGE TO THE HP7 MICROPROCESSOR TERMINAL BOARD. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN EQUIPMENT DAMAGE. WARNING ! DISCONNECT ALL ELECTRICAL POWER WHILE PERFORMING THIS WORK. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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2737 24 Street North St. Petersburg, FL 33713 800-786-7751 www.aquacal.com...
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