Compool Cp3400 Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

Compool Cp3400 Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

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Compool
Cp3400 POOL-SPA CONTROL SYSTEM
Installation & Operating Instructions
04/08/98
941-1098

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  • Page 1 Compool Cp3400 POOL-SPA CONTROL SYSTEM Installation & Operating Instructions 04/08/98 941-1098...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Compool Cp3400 Table of Contents Safety Notice............3 Important Safety Instructions .
  • Page 4 Compool Cp3400 System Start-up........... 24 Operating Instructions.
  • Page 5: Safety Notice

    Compool Cp3400 Safety Notice Important Safety Instructions When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read and follow all instructions. To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times.
  • Page 6: Introduction

    Compool Cp3400 Introduction Package Contents The CP3400/T system includes the following components. CP-3400 Control Panel (w/ cable) (1 qty.). LX-3400 Power Center (1 qty.). CVA-24T Valve Actuator (2 qty.). PTV-2T 3-Port Valve (2 qty.). SNS-KIT2 Sensor Kit (1 qty.).
  • Page 7 Compool Cp3400 The CP3400/TL system includes the following components. CP-3400 Control Panel (w/ cable) (1 qty.). LX-3400L Power Center (1 qty.). CVA-24T Valve Actuator (2 qty.). PTV-2T 3-Port Valve (2 qty.). SNS-KIT2 Sensor Kit (1 qty.).
  • Page 8: Plumbing Requirements

    Compool Cp3400 Plumbing Requirements VACUUM RELIEF FREEZE SOLAR CONTROL PANEL POWER CENTER SENSOR SENSOR SOLAR PUMP FILTER FILTER PUMP HEATER CVA-24 PUMP CVA-24 INTAKE CLEANER PUMP SKIMMER CVA-24 BLOWER POOL LIGHT MAIN DRAIN POOL WATERFALL LIGHT Plumb system in accordance with recommended hydraulic schematic.
  • Page 9: Equipment Location

    Plumb solar feed and return lines between the filter and heater. Install 3-port solar valve at the feed line. Use Compool solar valve (model SOL-2T), to allow automatic draining of panels. 10. A solar booster pump should be used when distance to panels exceeds 200’, or panels are elevated higher than 25’.
  • Page 10: Installation

    Compool Cp3400 Installation High Voltage Wiring Power Center with built in Sub-panel At the equipment pad, mount the Power Center within 15’ of all the equipment. Provide power from the Main-panel (located at the house) to Power Center. Power Center without built in Sub-panel...
  • Page 11: System Power

    3 hours -or- stay off for 3 hours. This overrides the programming of Filter Pump the Cp3400 indoor controller on a one-time basis. The same procedure can be used on the other equipment keys 1-3. Instructions:...
  • Page 12: Equipment Power

    3 hours -or- stay off for 3 hours. Filter LOAD 2 This overrides the programming of Pump the Cp3400 indoor controller on a one-time basis. The same procedure can be used on the other equipment LINE 1 keys 1-3.
  • Page 13: Underwater Lights

    3 hours -or- stay off for 3 hours. This overrides the programming of Filter LOAD 2 Pump the Cp3400 indoor controller on a one-time basis. The same procedure can be used on the other equipment LINE 1 keys 1-3.
  • Page 14: Low Voltage Wiring

    Compool Cp3400 Low Voltage Wiring Power Center Circuit Board VLV1 VLV2 CONTROL WITH WITH JUMPERS VLV2 VLV3 COMBINED VALVES VLV1 VLV2 COMPOOL 11040A VLV3 PART# MOD-VLV3 TRANSFORMER CONNECTIONS RETURN INTAKE VALVE VALVE VALVE ACTUATOR ACTUATOR ACTUATOR CNTRL FLTR AUX1 AUX2...
  • Page 15: Low Voltage Cables

    Compool Cp3400 Low Voltage Cables Control Panel 6-conductor cable runs between the Control Panel and the Power Center. Heater Connection 2-conductor cable runs between the heater and the Power Center. Water Temperature Sensor 2-conductor cable runs between the Water Temperature Sensor and the Power Center.
  • Page 16: Gas Heater Connections

    Compool Cp3400 AUX VLV CNTRL socket and relay socket of choice. The system ships with the jumper connected between AUX VLV CNTRL and SOL PUMP. Note To control more than three Valve Actuators, see Valve Module for details. Gas Heater Connections...
  • Page 17: Freeze Temperature Sensor

    Compool Cp3400 At the sensor, use crimp connectors (included) to provide waterproof connections. Before making connections, cut off stripped ends of cable. Insert the 2 wires to be connected into the connector and squeeze the connector with a pair of pliers. Two extra connectors are included.
  • Page 18: Control Panel

    Compool Cp3400 Control Panel • To install the Control Panel Select a location inside the house or other weather-protected area to mount the Control Panel. The Control Panel should be installed at or below eye level. Remove backplate from Control Panel. Position backplate and mark the three mounting points.
  • Page 19: Modular Crimping Tool

    Compool Cp3400 Modular Crimping Tool The Crimping Tool is required to attach modular connectors to the Hookup Cable. The tool may be purchased from a pool supply store (model TOOL-6). If purchasing from an electrical supply store, verify it is designed to crimp 6-position connectors.
  • Page 20: System Options

    Compool Cp3400 System Options Spa-side Remote The Spa-side Remote is typically installed in the tile-line of the spa. See Plumbing Requirements for details. • To install the Spa-side Remote When spa construction is completed, cut back the 1.5” dia. pvc pipe flush to the tile.
  • Page 21: Multiple Control Panels

    Compool Cp3400 Activates Spa mode. REM1 Activates AUX1 equipment. REM2 Activates AUX2 equipment. REM3 Activates AUX3 equipment Use labels provided to identify each button on the Spa-side Remote. Note Install a second Spa-side Remote to control additional functions. Multiple Control Panels It is possible to add additional Control Panels.
  • Page 22: Solar Heating

    Compool Cp3400 • To wire a heat pump or electric heater. At the Power Center, install the relay into the high voltage compartment. Plug control wire into the EHTR relay socket on the Power Center circuit board. Run a 2-conductor cable the from heater to the Power Center.
  • Page 23: Two Speed Filter Pump

    Compool Cp3400 Two Speed Filter Pump If the system is equipped with a 2-speed filter pump, install a 2-speed relay kit (model RLY- LXD) into Power Center. There are two ways to configure the 2-Speed filter pump. Automatic configuration. The system will run the filter pump in “low speed” during normal operation, but will automatically switch the pump to “high speed”...
  • Page 24: Backwash Control

    Compool Cp3400 Backwash Control The backwash control system is designed to automatically backwash the filter on a timed basis. This feature uses the B/W circuit to control the two backwash valves. To install an automatic backwash system, you must have a sand filter with a side inlet and outlet.
  • Page 25: Configuration Switches

    Compool Cp3400 Configuration Switches POOL HEAT 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 FREEZE SYST SPEC FUNCT HI SPD After setting configuration switches, turn system power off for a few seconds.
  • Page 26: Phone Controls

    Compool Cp3400 AUX1 Activate high speed when AUX1 is on. SOLR Activate high speed when solar is on. PHONE CONTROLS Phone Controls settings are used to configure the following equipment. POOL HEAT Activate pool Heat Source key. Activate Spa key.
  • Page 27: Operating Instructions

    Compool Cp3400 Operating Instructions Control Panel Installed at a convenient location inside the house, the Control Panel provides complete control of all the equipment associated with your swimming pool and spa. The system comes with one Control Panel, however additional Control Panels may be added as needed.
  • Page 28: Equipment Status Lamps

    Compool Cp3400 A solid OFF indicates the equipment is off. A blinking ON indicates the cleaner is in a safety delay mode. The cleaner will turn on in 5 minutes. A blinking OFF indicates the heater is in a cool down mode. The pool will turn off after 10 minutes.
  • Page 29: Temperature Control

    Compool Cp3400 Temperature Control Located behind the left door of the Control Panel is the Temperature Control area. Heating choices are selected using the following keys. Heat Source key To select heating method, press the Heat Source key through the different heating options.
  • Page 30: Fahrenheit/Celsius Key

    Compool Cp3400 Fahrenheit/Celsius key Located behind the right-door of the Control Panel is the Temp. Display key. Press this key to select Fahrenheit or Celsius temperature display. Programming Behind the right door of the Control Panel are the keys used to Program equipment.
  • Page 31: Programming

    Compool Cp3400 Programming Typically only the Pool key (Pool filtration) needs to be programmed. Other Equipment keys can be programmed the same way. • To program Pool filtration Press the Program key. Press the Pool key. Press the Hours/Minutes key to set the START TIME.
  • Page 32: Programming A Once-Only

    Compool Cp3400 Follow Programming example, set START TIME to 0:00 hours. Set RUN TIME to the number of Hour/Minutes before equipment should Time-out. Note If the RUN TIME is set for 24 hours, manually activated equipment will run continuously until manually turned off.
  • Page 33: Calibration

    Compool Cp3400 Calibration The temperature sensors, backwash, and floor cleaner valve can be adjusted in the calibration mode. Allow pool to run 5 minutes before calibrating the Water Temperature Sensor. • To calibrate equipment Press the Program key. Press the Spa Heat Source key.
  • Page 34 Compool Cp3400 Note Solar, backwash, and floor cleaner valve adjustments are skipped if feature is not enabled. Tips for calibrating the temperature sensors Water Sensor Let the pool run for 5 minutes to allow water temperature sensor to accurately pickup current pool water temperature.
  • Page 35: Power Center

    Compool Cp3400 Power Center Equipment keys Located at the equipment pad, the Power Center provides manual-override capability of your equipment. Caution To prevent water damage, close Power Center door after use. The Auto/Service key toggles the Power Center between the following modes.
  • Page 36: Hour Filter Override

    Compool Cp3400 The S key toggles the Intake and Return Valve Actuators through the following options. Spa circulation. Fill spa. Drain spa. No status lamp indicates valves are in pool circulation. The P key turns on the Filter Pump. Keys 1-3 activate auxiliary equipment.
  • Page 37: Spa-Side Remote

    Compool Cp3400 Spa-side Remote The Spa-side Remote allows controlling your equipment from the spa. The light in the middle of the switch will turn on whenever the spa is on. The light will blink when the spa is being heated.
  • Page 38: System Options

    Compool Cp3400 System Options Telephone Module The Telephone Module can control your equipment from inside your home or by calling your home from a remote location. The Telephone Module is most often setup to control the spa, however if the home is a vacation home, you may want to configure it to turn on your pool heater instead.
  • Page 39: Winterizing The System

    Compool Cp3400 Winterizing the System In areas where freezing temperatures occur for an extended period of time, it is required to consult a qualified service company to winterize your pool.
  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    Compool Cp3400 Problem Solving Display shows “Err 1” If there is a fault with the Water Temperature Sensor, the display will show “Err 1”. Check sensor cable and connections. Replace Water Temperature Sensor (model TS-5L). Display shows “Err 2” If there is a fault with the Solar Temperature Sensor, the display will show “Err 2”.
  • Page 41 Compool Cp3400 Heat Source does not allow Solar At the Power Center circuit board, the SPEC FNCT configuration switch SOLR needs to be turned on. See Configuration Switches for details. Solar heating stops too soon Verify solar temperature is calibrated correctly. See Calibration for details.
  • Page 42: Warranty

    Mountain View, California 94043 For questions, repairs, replacement parts, or information on possible Authorized Service Centers within your vicinity call: Compool, 800-458-2201 or 415-964-2201, Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 5:00 Pacific Time. Or visit us on the Internet at http://www.compool.com...
  • Page 43: Index

    Compool Cp3400 Index 2-speed Filter Pump Control 36 3 - Hour Filter Override 34 Adding Relays 10 Backwash Control 22 Calibration 31 Canceling Heater and Cleaner Protection 26 Canceling Programs 30 Cleaner Protection 26 Configuration Switches 23 Control Panel 16...
  • Page 44 Compool Cp3400 Power Center without built in Sub-panel 8 Problem Solving 38 Programming 28 Programming 29 Programming a Once-only 30 Programming a Time-out 29 Programming additional Run Times 29 Remote Control at Spa key 30 Safety Notice 3 Sensor Status 34...

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