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1. 19 Controlling Irrigation and Storm Water Run Off 20 Maintaining Clearances Around Heater 20 Continued on Next Page TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTINUED MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL OPERATION CONTINUED Heating TipS 21 Heating in Cooler Weather 21 Pool Spa Blankets 21 Pool amp Spa Combination Heating 21 Spa Set Back Option 21 Calculating Initial Heating Time 22 Seasonal Use 8 Shut Down 23 Use During the Swim Season 23 Freeze Protection and Winterizing Requirements 23 Winterizing Procedure 24 AquaCal Preventive Maintenance Program 25 TROUBLESHOOTING No Op No heat Water from Unit 26 Troubleshooting Flowcharts 21 DEALER SPECIFIC INFORMATION Installation amp Set Up cal Dealer Specific Table of Contents 32 CONTACTING THE FACTORY s0e2scefossosnacacoquicadadassacfnnemoc 58 Welcome to the SWIMMING POOL HEAT PUMPS Call Dear Owner C ongratulations on your wise decisio
2. NOTE Depressing the POOL SPA key will save the displayed value in any menu parameter and advance to the next service menu parameter Continued on Next Page 46 Controls Configuration amp Adjustments Level 2 Microprocessor Programming continued 2 Time Delay dEL A With the dEL 4 minute time delay code message displayed use the UP or DOWN arrow key to select either 1 to allow the time delay to remain active or 0 to deactivate the time delay Not pressing depressing any buttons for 15 seconds will allow the controller to save the selection and return to the normal operating mode Pressing the POOL SPA key will also save the selection and step to the next menu parameter JAO External Controller Interface B CAUTION The time delay should only be deactivated for service convenience and must be reactivated prior to placing the heat pump back is service Failure to reset the time delay feature could result in permanent damage to the heat pump compressor 3 Configuring for External Controllers JAO or FS2 A Configuring for External Controllers Using JAO Selection 1 Follow the steps 1a through 1d above to enter the service menu Once dEL is displayed press the POOL SPA key until the display shows JAO 2 With the JAO External Controller Interface code message displayed use the UP or DOWN arrow keys to select either 0 to disable the External Controller Interface 2 t
3. Pool and Spa Heat Pump Owner s Manual and Installation Guide PN LTP0051 6 1 05 Models 100 120 amp 155 HEATING ONLY and HEATING COOLING Additional Labels APS Fox Smart South Beach Tropez SWIMMING POOL HEAT PUMPS ATTENTION INSTALLER Tais DOCUMENT IS PURCHASER S PROPERTY AND IS TO REMAIN WITH THE HEAT PUMP OWNER NOTES TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME TO THE TEAM 5 IMPORTANT FEATURES OF YOUR NEW HEAT PUMP 6 HOW A HEAT PUMP WORKS 7 SAFETY INFORMATION 8 QUICK START amp STOP 10 HEATER CONTROLS 12 Control Panel Layout 12 Buttons Lights and Display 12 Operational amp Programming Codes 13 Owner Level Programming complete 14 MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL OPERATION 18 General Maintenance 18 Safety During Cleaning Operations 18 Maintaining Proper Water Flow 19 Controlling Water Chemistry
4. x33 x 41 155 Heat 6 Cool Models Reversing 155ARDE 155BRDE 155DRDT 155GRDE BTU 80 RH Air F Water F 80 80 120 000 120 000 105 000 105 000 COP 6 1 6 1 5 9 5 9 Voltage Hz Phase 208 230 60 1 208 230 60 3 380 415 50 3 460 60 3 Min Circuit Ampacity 37 30 15 22 15 22 Max Fuse or Breaker 60 50 25 25 Rec Fuse or Breaker 40 40 20 20 Min Max Water Flow gpm 20 70 20 70 20 70 20 70 Shipping weight lbs 430 430 430 430 Shipping Size I xw x h 40 x 37 x 47 40 x 37 x 47 40 x 37 x 47 40 x 37 x 47 Uncrated Weight Ibs 403 403 403 403 Uncrated Size lxwxh 37 38 37 41 33 41 37 x33 x41 37 33 x 41 INSTALLATION Placement of Heater Indoor Installation Indoor installations can be problematic and for that reason are discouraged However if no viable alternative exists indoor installations may be successfully accomplished provided very exacting criteria is addressed Every indoor installation is unique therefore there are no specific guidelines for this type of installation If considering an indoor installation you are strongly urged to contact the AquaCal Engineering department 800 786 7751 for assistance prior to proceeding Outdoor Installation Service and Operational Clearances e To operate correctly heat pumps require large volumes of air moving over the heat collector Allow adequate clearance between the heat pump
5. chemistry conditions Once the heat exchanger fails the heat pump is ruined The ThermoLink heat exchanger tube is made from titanium and is virtually impervious to water chemistry damage Scroll Compressor 50 fewer moving parts than standard piston type compressors This equates to much improved reliability and improved efficiency Scroll compressors are also much quieter in operation than piston type compressors Digital Controller Digitally based microprocessor controls water temperature to within 12 Fahrenheit of set point Controller also permits user to predefine different pool and spa water tem peratures and to prevent tampering by locking out controls via a pass code Heat amp Cool Capability Puts you in full control year round Warms your pool or spa with the reliability and efficiency of our other heat pumps but with the flip of a switch can also cool your pool or spa to refreshing temperatures during the hot summer months For cooler climates Icebreaker heat pumps offer unique advantages over passive defrost models Please read more below Hot Gas Defrost Your Icebreaker heat pump is uniquely equipped for active defrost Active defrost involves directing hot refrigerant gas to the heat collector melting accumulated ice away in a matter of a few minutes then right back to heating Standard heat pumps may remain off in defrost for extended periods during very cold weather Because of its abili
6. will permit condensation to drain but will prevent most insects and animals from entering the plumbing circuit Next Season To ready the heat pump for use simply retighten plumbing connection unions Hand tight is generally sufficient LOCATION OF EXTERNAL DRAIN PLUG EXACT LOCATION WILL VARY BY MODEL N WINTERIZIN DRAIN CA UTION Failure to heed the following can result in damage to equipment and or property While the plumbing connections are in the winterized condition not fully tightened it is imperative pool spa water not be circulated through the heat pump Loss of water through loose plumbing connections may result in damage to circulating pump pool spa structure and or other equipment ES MAINTENANCE amp OPERATION continued Planned Maintenance Program Just as you would have yearly service performed on your air conditioning system regular inspection and maintenance of your AquaCal heat pump will insure highest operating efficiencies while also protecting your investment potentially extending the useful life of your heat pump far beyond the warranty period Our expertly trained factory service technicians offer comprehensive maintenance procedures designed to insure your heat pump over the coming years will continue to operate efficiently and reliably The 20 Point Planned Maintenance Service Includes the Following gt Check Water Flow gt Clean E
7. 000 103 000 92 000 92 000 COP 5 4 5 6 5 4 5 4 Voltage Hz Phase 208 230 60 1 208 230 60 3 380 415 50 3 200 240 50 1 Min Circuit Ampacity 38 27 13 37 Max Fuse or Breaker 60 45 20 60 Rec Fuse or Breaker 40 30 15 40 Min Max Water Flow gpm 20 70 20 70 20 70 20 70 Shipping weight lbs 330 330 330 330 Shipping Size I xwxh 40 36 X44 40 X 36 X 44 40 X 36 44 40 X 36 X 44 Uncrated Weight Ibs 303 303 303 303 Uncrated Size x wxh 34 X31 X39 34 X 31 X39 34 X 31 X 39 34 X 31 X 39 All A Voltage 120 heaters with model numbers ending in MCA 33 37 38 SPECIFICATIONS Performance Size Weight Water Electrical Requirements 155 Heating Only Models 155AHDE 155BHDE 155DHDT 155GHDE BTU 80 RH Air F Water F 80 80 127 000 127 000 110 000 127 000 COP 6 3 6 3 6 3 6 3 Voltage Hz Phase 208 230 60 1 200 230 60 3 380 415 50 3 460 60 3 Min Circuit Ampacity 37 30 15 22 15 22 Max Fuse or Breaker 60 50 25 25 Rec Fuse or Breaker 40 40 20 20 Min Max Water Flow gpm 20 70 20 70 20 70 20 70 Shipping weight Ibs 430 430 430 430 Shipping Size lxwxh 40 x37 x47 40 x37 x47 40 x37 x47 40 x 37 x47 Uncrated Weight Ibs 403 403 403 403 Uncrated Size lxwxh 37 33 37 41 38 41 37 x33 x41 37
8. 1 ELC Enter Lock Code 0 00 99 Level 1 CFO Call Flex 0 0 1 2 Level 1 LOC Service Lock Code 50 00 99 For Heat Only OFF HEAT Mode Key Pad Operating Mode OFF For Heat amp Cool OFF HEA COO ACH Thermostat Key Pad Thermostat Settings Pool amp Spa OFF 45 F 104 F Level 2 dEL 4 minute Delay on Make 1 aid Level 2 JAO External Controller Interface 0 0 2 3 Flow Switch Auto T Stat Level 2 FS2 Switching 0 0 1 ees Factory 10 to 10 of Level 2 tSC Water Sensor Calibration Calibrated displayed value ae Factory 10 to 10 of Level 2 dSC Defrost Sensor Calibration Calibrated displayed value Level 2 dBS Spa Dead Band Differential 1 1 to 5 Level 2 dBS Spa Dead Band Differential 1 1 to 5 51 Controls Configuration amp Adjustments Troubleshooting Using Displayed Codes Interpreting Error Codes The HP7R heat pump microprocessor controller is designed to be self diagnostic through the display of various fault codes Owners amp Operators If you believe you are experiencing a problem with the heater and feel a need to call the factory for assistance it will be beneficial to let the factory Service Representative know which code is being displayed Having this information at hand will permit the Service Representative to work through with you any site related issues causing or contributing to the problem Then if after working through site related issues the heater is still not functio
9. 12 AT1 2 0 N A CURRENT RELEASED REVISION 3 A INITIAL RELEASE BRAND H HeatWave OPTIONS AT AeroTemp gt N NONE SB SouthBeach TZ Tropez CABINET COLOR W CR ME B BLACK CAPACITY REFRIGERANT 100 90000 Btus hr 120 109000 Btus hr 4 a E R22 155 120000 Btus hr T R407C Z R410A CONTROLS VOLTAGE A ANALOG A 1 60 208 230 lt ___ D DIGITAL B 3 60 208 230 D 3 50 380 H 1 50 200 220 RFRG CONTROL H HEAT REVERSING 4 34 SPECIFICATIONS Physical Characteristics 1 1 1 y 100 amp 120 MopeLs D 4 34 1 3 gt lt ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WATER B OUT WATER E IN 5 38 6 207 181 em 58 9 0 S MIZ Fe ns bE i NOTES UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED 2757244 See Portu FLITS 1 REFERENCE PRODUCTION SOP 120 100 SERIES Logs ___ OVERALL DIMENSIONS SZE E TREY A LTM0052 lie SCALE en FE SHEET OF 8 7 6 5 4
10. 3 1 o i l 3 5 2 THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF AQUACAL ANY ANY REPRODUCTION IN PART OR WHOLE WITHOUT THE WRITTEM PERMISSON OF AQUACAL IS PROHIBITED NOTES UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED REFERENCE PRODUCTION SUP 155 MopDELS G gt 4 B B 1 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WATER OUT E 40 9 WATER IN 19 2 4 Ob l amp i f i A o 82 I 1 49 fo at 5 SERIES a OVERALL DIMENSIONS TMOO M 6 5 T 1 36 SPECIFICATIONS Performance Size Weight Water Electrical Requirements 100 Heating Only Models 100AHDE 100BHDE 100DHDT 100HHDT BTU 80 RH Air F Water F 80 80 90 000 90 000 73 000 73 000 COP 5 8 5 8 5 5 5 5 Voltage Hz Phase 208 230 60 1 208 230 60 3 380 415 50 3 200 240 50 1 Min Circuit Ampacity 38 22 10 27 Max Fuse or Breaker 60 35 15 45 Rec Fuse or Breaker 40 25 10 30 Min Max Water Flow gpm 20 70 20 70 20 70 20 70 Shipping weight los 300 300 300 300 Shipping Size lxwxh 40 36 X 44 40 X 36 X44 40 X 36 X 44 40 X 36 X 44 Uncrated Weight Ibs 273 273 273 273 Uncrated Size Ix wxh 34 X31 X39 34 X31 X39 34 X31 X39 34 X 31 X 39 100 Heat amp Cool Models Reversing 100ARDE 100BRDE 100DRDT 100HRDT BTU 80 RH Air F Water F 80 80 88 000 88 00
11. 800 786 7751 While annual maintenance is recommended to maintain your warranty if you choose not to participate in the Planned Maintenance Program rinsing the air coil regularly and keeping the base of the unit clear of leaves and debris is a necessity Should you as the owner desire to perform the coil rinsing and other cosmetic care of the heat pump please contact AquaCal Customer Support 1 800 786 7751 request the document titled Appearance Care for Air Source Heat Pumps Approved Method for Home Owners Safety During Cleaning Operations Failure to heed the following may result in permanent WARNING injury or death POSSIBLE ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD Should you decide to wash the heat pump via water hose disconnect all power to the pool equipment pad including but not limited to The heat pump water pump and any and all other electrical equipment Do NOT spray water directly into electrical components Do NOT restore electrical power until such time as all water has dried completely CA UTION Failure to heed the following may result in damage to equipment Do not use a pressure cleaner to wash heat pump Damage to evaporator fins as well as other components will result T MAINTENANCE amp OPERATION continued Maintain Proper Water Flow e tis important to operate and maintain the filter according to the manufacturer s specifications As a filter gets dirty the water flow to th
12. Call Option or 2 to enable the Flex Option Not pressing any buttons for 15 seconds will allow the controller to save the selection and return to the normal operating mode Pressing the POOL SPA key will also save the selection and will step the controller to the next menu parameter LOC Service Lock Code C For further information please refer to Call Flex installation instructions shipped with the Call Flex kit For additional copies of these instructions contact the AquaCal Customer Support 800 786 7751 End Owner Level Programming Instructions 17 18 MAINTENANCE amp OPERATIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS The information in this section is written primarily for the Home Owner but may also apply to servicing dealers or HVAC service centers This section contains information concerning planned maintenance proper water flow maintaining proper clearances as well as other vital information Please read this section now and before calling AquaCal Customer Support 800 786 7751 General Maintenance Heat pumps should be inspected and maintained on an annual basis by a qualified swimming pool heat pump specialist Additionally if the heat pump is located on the beach or at a sea wall where salt spray and sand can become detrimental factors more frequent service may be necessary For service plan information please see Planned Maintenance Program later in this section and then contact AquaCal Customer Support at
13. Faults HP5 Within One Hour Unit See causes for HP Locked 5 Low Pressure Faults LP5 Within One Hour Unit See causes for LP Locked Over Temperature Alarm lt Defective compressor contactor defective controller or defective water OTA Temperature over 110 F p temperature sensor Unit Locked Low or No Water Flow Circulating pump off or filter dirty isolation valves set improperly FLO i Detected defective or improperly set heater water pressure switch Normal function in lower air temperatures Fan continues to run and FS Heater in Defrost Mode compressor is off Compressor will restart when air coil temperature reaches 38 F or above Controller may need to be reset Disconnect then reconnect power to CSE Gornitrol Syster Errar controller If error continues replace control board display board or both Controls Configuration amp Adjustments Microprocessor Mode Jumper Positioning Mode Jumper Explained The HP7R microprocessor is designed to operate as a Heat Only or a Heating amp Cooling controller The selection between the two choices is made through the positioning of a mode jumper contained on the microprocessor board The position of the jumper is set at the factory and is dependant upon the design of the heater being controlled Heaters designed to heat only have the microprocessor mode jumper set in the heat only mode heaters capable of both heating and cooling reversing have their micropro
14. POSITION A HEAT COOL aq K J Z a DS 5 lt N NOTE EMPTY PIN Controls Configuration amp Adjustments Defrost Systems Described DEFROST CYCLE HEAT ONLY UNITS The microprocessor controller monitors the heater s air coil temperature minimizing air coil freeze up during cooler weather conditions If the controller senses air coil temperatures conductive to making ice the heater s compressor operation is interrupted while the fan is allowed to continue in operation With the compressor off the air coil begins to warm to the surrounding air temperature When air coil temperatures rise above approximately 38 F the compressor is restarted and heating resumes In the event air temperatures remain below approximately 38 F the compressor will remain off until the air temperature rises above 38 F The unit will not heat the pool water as long as the compressor remains off During defrost cycles when the controller has stopped compressor operation the display will read FS DEFROST CYCLE HEAT amp COOL UNITS The microprocessor controller in conjunction with the defrost sensor constantly monitors the heater s evaporator air coil temperature Should the controller sense ice or frost has formed on the evaporator sufficient in amount as to affect the heater s performance an active defrost cycle more below is initiated Before initiating a defrost command the controller defrost logic looks at bot
15. Service Lock Code is unknown 1 Simultaneously depress and hold the POOL SPA and UP ARROW keys until the display shows 888 This operation will reset the controller to the factory default settings 2 The factory reset will change the service lock code back to the factory setting 50 In addition all other settings including external controller configuration are returned to the factory defaults See section in this manual entitled Factory Default Settings for a complete list of factory default parameters End Level 2 Microprocessor Programming Controls Configuration amp Adjustments Microprocessor Level 2 Set Up amp Calibration Codes Service Adjustable Parameters Code Description Factory Setting Range LOC Service Lock Code 50 00 99 dEL 4 minute Delay on Make 1 0 1 JAO External Controller Interface 0 0 2 3 FS2 Flow Switch Auto T Stat Switching 0 0 1 tSC Water Sensor Calibration Factory Calibrated 10 to 10 of display dSC Defrost Sensor Calibration Factory Calibrated 10 to 10 of display dBS Spa Dead Band Differential 1 1 to 5 dBP Pool Dead Band Differential 1 1 to 5 Microprocessor Factory Default Settings Level 1 and Level 2 Default Settings Menu Code Description Default Value Range Level 1 CF1 Celsius Fahrenheit 1 0 1 Level 1 ULC User Lock Code 0 0 1 Level
16. a heat pump for the first time it must be permitted to operate continuously until the desired water temperature is attained This may take several hours to several days depending upon the size of the pool or spa and weather conditions If a time clock or similar device controls the operating times of the water circulating pump temporarily override the water pump controller allowing for 24 hour continuous water pump operation Once the body of water has reached the desired temperature the water pump controller can be reset ZEN MAINTENANCE amp OPERATION continued Seasonal Use amp Shut Down During the Swim Season e During the swim season even if the pool or spa is not in use allow water to flow through the heater Doing so eliminates the need to reposition valves when you do wish to heat the pool or spa e During periods when heating or cooling is not desired leave heater controls in the OFF position EEE Important Information Critical to the Survival of Your Heater Follows Freeze Protection amp Extended Shut Down In areas where freezing conditions are a rare occurrence allow the filtration system to run continuously throughout the freeze period Typically during light freeze conditions circulating moving water will not freeze In areas where freezing conditions are prevalent and sustained the heat pump MUST be winter ized please refer to winterizing instructions below and on the following pa
17. anchoring kit for the heater being installed Please have the heater model number ready when contacting AquaCal Parts Group As necessary contact the AquaCal Technical Support Group 800 786 7751 for assistance in determining best method of compliance Failure to heed the followi Iti ANIG Installation made by unqualified persons can result in hazards to the installer and others The information contained throughout the Installation section is intended for use by qualified heat pump installation technicians familiar with the swimming pool spa service industry safety standards and methods Installation to be performed by qualified individuals only INSTALLATION Plumbing Requirements Overview When planning plumbing system layout reference the plumbing schematics within this section as a guide to the sequence of equipment valves fittings etc The plumbing configurations for typical installations are diagrammed In operation it is imperative the heat pump receive water flow within the minimum maximum ranges specified for the particular heat pump Should the system installation under consideration not closely match any of the schematics contact AquaCal Technical Support Group for advice and guidance 800 786 7751 Parts and Materials Industry technology changes much too rapidly for AquaCal to specify with exactness any items outside and beyond the heat pump What is specified is that the heater must be installed in acco
18. and walls fences shrubs or other objects Refer to required clearance drawings below e Allow five 5 feet of vertical clearance between the top of the heat pump and any roof overhang or other obstruction This clearance prevents cold discharge air from recirculating back into the heat pump recirculation would reduce the overall performance of the heat pump e The access panel requires removal during installation and service Do not place plumbing or other items closer than 30 from the front of the heater Code Required Clearances In addition to the previously stated clearance requirements follow all applicable local state and national requirements relative to spacing from other objects or equipment Required Installation Clearances 100 8 120 MODELS 12 INCHES 100 amp 120 MODELS 1 FT 155 MODELS 2 FT CLEARANCE OVERHANG 155 MODELS 24 INCHES WITH GUTTER p REAR RAIN RUN OFF M MUST BE p j DIRECTED AWAY a 24 Si 24 FROM UNIT 5 FT MINIMUM INCHES JM INCHES CLEARANCE SIDE SIDE 30 MINIMUM 30 INCHES REAR FRONT Sipe View No Scale FRONT REAR OVERHEAD Tor View No Scate FRONT SI DES REAR 39 40 INSTALLATION PLACEMENT OF HEATER continued Irrigation Rainwater Runoff and Landscape Features Place the heat pump away from direct rain runoff from roofs If roof slope directs runoff into the heater a gutter or rain shield will be re
19. key once will display the current temperature value of the defrost sensor Compare the controller s displayed defrost sensor temperature with the reading on the thermometer If the temperatures are the same or within 1 F no calibration is necessary If the temperatures differ by 2 to 3 F calibration is necessary The controller can be adjusted to 10 F to 10 F from the nominal displayed temperature However offset calibrations greater than 3 F should be avoided Such large offsets generally indicated problems with the method of suction line temperature measurement a defrost sensor not properly attached to the suction line or other equipment issues Do NOT attempt to mask such issues through offset calibration Continued on Next Page Controls Configuration amp Adjustments Level 2 Microprocessor Programming continued 5 Defrost Sensor Calibration continued H Once the correct temperature value has been selected not pressing depressing any buttons for 15 seconds will allow the controller to save the selection and return to the normal operating mode Pressing the POOL SPA key will also save the selection and step to the next menu parameter dBS Dead Band for Spa 6 Spa Dead Band Differential dBS The dead band differential determines the number of degrees that the water temperature must fall below the set point before the thermostat closes Heat Mode In the cooling mode the dead band differential determ
20. measure the water temperature compare the result to the heater s displayed water temperature If the water temperatures are the same or within 1 F no calibration is necessary If the temperatures differ by 2 to 3 F calibration is necessary Perform calibration procedure as follows Continued on Next Page 47 48 Controls Configuration amp Adjustments Level 2 Microprocessor Programming continued 4 Water Sensor Calibration continued C Follow the steps 1a through 1d above to enter the service menu Once dEL is displayed press the POOL SPA key until the display shows tSC Water Temperature Calibration Using either the UP or DOWN arrow keys calibrate the water temperature sensor by increasing or decreasing the numeric value displayed to match the water temperature reading measured on your thermometer The controller can be adjusted to 10 F to 10 F from the nominal displayed temperature However offset calibrations greater than 3 F should be avoided Such large offsets generally indicated problems with the method of water temperature measurement a water sensor not properly inserted into the well or other equipment issues Do NOT attempt to mask such issues through offset calibration Once the corrected temperature is displayed Not pressing depressing any buttons for 15 seconds will allow the controller to save the selection and return to the normal operating mode Pressing the POOL SPA key
21. then press the POOL SPA key 2 Immediately following the entry of the user lock code simultaneously depress and hold the UP ARROW and DOWN ARROW keys until the code CF1 appears on the display 3 Then use the POOL SPA key to scroll to the ULC message press the DOWN ARROW key to change the display to 0 This will disable the User lock function ULC Continued on Next Page o HEATER CONTROLS continued Start Up amp Setting Operating Controls Owner Level Programming Instructions continued C User Lock Code is Activated but Pass Number is Not Known Back Door Entry Note Should the ULC option be enabled and a lock code number other than the factory default 0 be installed but is unknown the following procedure may be followed to regain controller programming access 1 Simultaneously depress and hold the POOL SPA and UP ARROW keys until the display shows 888 This operation will reset the controller to the factory default settings 2 When reset to the factory default settings the user lock code ULC is deactivated and the user lock code number ELC is reset to 0 3 In addition all other settings are returned to the factory defaults If an external controller is in use contact AquaCal Technical Support Group 800 786 7751 ask for assistance with re configuring the controller for use with an external controller Selecting Call Flex Pump Options CFO General Information
22. 0 70 000 70 000 COP 5 6 5 6 5 4 5 4 Voltage Hz Phase 208 230 60 1 208 230 60 3 380 415 50 3 1 Min Circuit Ampacity 38 22 10 27 Max Fuse or Breaker 60 35 15 45 Rec Fuse or Breaker 40 25 10 30 Min Max Water Flow gpm 20 70 20 70 20 70 20 70 Shipping weight lbs 320 320 320 320 Shipping Size lxwxh 40 X36 X44 40 X 36 X 44 40 X 36 44 40 X 36 X 44 Uncrated Weight lbs 293 293 293 293 Uncrated Size lxwxh 34 31 39 34 X31 X39 34 X 31 X 39 34 X 31 X 39 SPECIFICATIONS Performance Size Weight Water Electrical Requirements 120 Heating Only Models 120AHDE 120BHDE 120DHDT 120HHDT BTU 80 RH Air F Water F 80 80 109 000 109 000 95 000 95 000 COP 5 6 5 6 5 5 5 5 Voltage Hz Phase 208 230 60 1 208 230 60 3 380 415 50 3 Min Circuit Ampacity 38 27 13 37 Max Fuse or Breaker 60 45 20 60 Rec Fuse or Breaker 40 30 15 40 Min Max Water Flow gpm 20 70 20 70 20 70 20 70 Shipping weight lbs 323 323 323 323 Shipping Size lxwxh 40 X36 X44 40 X 36 X 44 40 X 36 X 44 40 X 36 X 44 Uncrated Weight Ibs 296 296 296 296 Uncrated Size lxwxh 34 31 39 34 X31 X39 34 X 31 X 39 34 X 31 X 39 120 Heat amp Cool Models Reversing 120ARDE 120BRDE 120DRDT 120HRDT BTU 80 RH Air F Water F 80 80 103
23. 41 Parts and Materials approved 41 In Line Chlorinators use and placement of 41 Maintaining Ability to Winterize 21 Maximum Operating Pressure 41 Minium Maximum Water Flow Rates 41 Plumbing Schematics layout drawings 42 DEALER SPECI FIC TABLE of CONTENTS CONTINUED INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS continued Electrical Requirements 44 General Requirements 44 Code Specific Requirements 44 Connecting External Controllers 44 Sizing the Electrical Service 45 Ground Fault Protection not recommended 45 CONTROLS CONFIGURATION amp ADJ USTMENTS 46 Level 2 dealer service Programming 46 1 Entering Service Menu 46 2 Time Delay 47 3 Configuring for External Controllers 47 4 Water Sensor Calibration 47 5 Defrost Sensor Calibration 48 6 Spa Dead Band Differential and adjustment 49 7 Pool Dead Band Differential a
24. Heating LED will illuminate Note When MODE function is OFF the current water temperature will be displayed no functions values or programming will be available for adjustment Turning The Heat Pump Off A Method 1 using the MODE key depress the key until the display reads OFF The heater will shut off and remain off until the MODE key is used the select an operational mode This is the preferred method for shutting off the heat pump Method 2 using the DOWN key depress the key until the desired water temperature reaches 45 F minimum setting then depress the DOWN key one more time causing the display to read OFF This method is typically used in conjunction with 2 wire external controllers these controllers are equipped with their own thermostats Continued on Next Page o HEATER CONTROLS continued Start Up amp Setting Operating Controls Owner Level Programming Instructions continued Selecting Pool Spa Thermostat Settings A Depress the POOL SPA key to toggle between the pool and the spa temperature set points B The pool spa LED indicator lights located to the left of the temperature display will confirm the selected set point 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 the selection B The pool temperature set point is adjustable from a minimum of 45 F to a
25. Keep hands clear of fan blade at all times Locate Water Pressure Switch and Identify Type 1 Before proceeding with switch adjustment be absolutely certain the heater is receiving correct water flow Leave circulation pump operating during water pressure switch WPS adjustment process 2 Remove heater front cover and locate the water pressure switch The switch will be found attached outside of the electrical enclosure at lower edge exact location will vary by heater model see photo P 1 on following page 3 AquaCal heat pumps may come equipped with either of two 2 water pressure switches Len Gordon or TecMark brand see photos P 2 and P 3 on following page to determine which brand pressure switch is installed The adjustment procedures differ slightly between the two brands To Adjust a Len Gordon Switch 1 Locate the black rectangular plastic tab located on the forward facing side of the switch reference P 2 on page following The black rectangle is a wheel lock tab slide the tab fully LEFT to unlock the adjustment wheel 2 With water pump operating and electrical power supplied to the heater slowly rotate the top of the adjustment wheel TOWARDS you until the FLO code just disappears WARNING watch for rotating fan blade depending upon the state of the control circuit time delay the heater may start simultaneous with the WPS adjustment 3 Once the adjustment has been completed slide
26. R Back UP MULTIPLE HEAT Pump INSTALLATION Minium SPACING 24 INCHES Water IN amp OUT Connections Typical exact location varies by model For proper operation and maximum efficiency piping coming from the pump and filter MUST be con nected to the IN port of the heater Likewise connect piping returning to the pool spa to the OUT port of the heater See drawing below PLUMBING CONNECTION DETAIL From Pump Filter E 1 omer 7 i no i Return to Pool Spa 43 44 INSTALLATION Electrical Requirements Fail heed the followi Iti WARNING o the following may result in permanent Installation made by ungualified persons can result in hazards to the installer and others The information contained in this Electrical Installation section is intended for use by qualified electrical installation technicians familiar with electrical service industry safety standards and methods Electrical installation to be performed by qualified individuals only General Reguirements Locate the eguipment disconnect means within 3 feet of the heater s electrical enclosure or as close to the heater as possible Always satisfy applicable codes and standards AquaCal heat pumps are designed for copper conductors only In sizing power wiring be especially aware of up
27. S MAINTENANCE amp OPERATION continued Calculating Initial Heating Time The time it takes to initially warm your pool or spa depends on several factors First determine how many gallons of water are to be heated Knowing this you can then compute the equivalent pounds of water involved and the BTU s necessary to heat the volume of water to the desired temperature Next find the approximate BTU output of your heat pump at the current ambient air temperature see specifications table in this manual Finally decide upon the temperature at which you plan to maintain your pool or spa The following work sheet can be used to calculate approximately how long it will take your heater to bring your pool or spa up to temperature Keep in mind heating times will vary somewhat due to weather conditions during the period that the heater is in use Pool Volume Length X Width X Average Depth Pool Cubic Feet X Gallons per cubic ft 7 5 Pool Gallonage X Pounds per Gallon 8 3 Pounds of Water How many degrees do you want to raise the temperature of the pool of Degrees X Pounds of Water per above BTU s Required BTU s Required per above BTU Output of Heater Hrs of Operation Optional Cold Weather Adjustment Factor Hrs of Operation per above X 1 25 60 F outside air O A Temperature Factor Hrs of Operation at 60 F O A At Start Up Continuous Circulator Pump Operation Required When starting
28. The Call Flex option automatically adjusts the run time of the water circulator pump and heater based upon changing weather conditions Without Call Flex as weather conditions grow progressively cooler during winter months or when unusually cold weather occurs the run duration of the circulator pump may require manual adjustments to permit the heater to maintain or reattain desired water temperature the water pump must be running in order for the heater to operate Likewise without Call Flex one must remember to reset the pump run controls following the cold weather event The Call Flex option greatly reduces the need for seasonal manually made pump run time adjustments Call Flex is a dealer installed option that does not come with every heater if unsure check with the installing dealer to determine if a call flex kit was part of the original installation If Call Flex was not part of the installation and you would like to have Call Flex added your dealer can do so contact the installing dealer If the installation is equipped with the Call Flex option the following steps are used to control the Call Flex features A Simultaneously depress and hold the UP ARROW and DOWN ARROW keys until the display shows CF1 Depress the POOL SPA key three times to scroll the display to CFO B With the CFO Call Flex Options code displayed use the Up or Down keys to select 0 to disable the Call Flex Options 1 to enable the
29. allation 800 786 7751 e Generally speaking most residential pools and spas will not require a plumbing bypass unless a pump of two 2 horsepower or larger is used For bypass valve placement details see plumbing schematic contained on next page Flow Greater than 70 GPM CA UTION Failure to heed the following may result in damage to equipment Use of an incorrect bypass valve may compromise the heat pump s efficiency reliability and may void the factory warranty Please contact AquaCal Engineering Group to obtain the valve specification specific to your installation 800 786 7751 42 INSTALLATION Plumbing Requirements continued Plumbing Schematic Flow Exceeding 70 GPM LEGEND G 3 way valve Flow Switch ADT Kit C Chlorinator if used T Throttle valve D Drain Ex F Filter V H Heat pump p gt By Pass Check Valve P Pump I R Retum S Skimmer Thermometer w Bypass Check a Valve Flow meter TYPICAL Poot FLow GREATER THAN 70 GPM 2 HP Pump Plumbing Schematics Flow 20 to 70 GPM Parallel HEAT Pump WITH SOLAR PANELS PooL SPILL Over SPA ONE PUMP SYSTEM INSTALLATION Plumbing Requirements Plumbing Schematics Flow 20 to 70 GPM continued _ F PIT Parallel Series HEAT Pump wiTH Gas HEATE
30. alling maintaining and servicing this heat pump are strongly encouraged to read this entire manual Herein the terms Heat Pump Heater and Unit are used synonymously These instructions are intended for local control of a heat pump independent of an external controller Owners if your installation includes an external controller contact your installing dealer for operational instructions These are instructions to quick start in the HEATING mode Owners of Heat Cool units in order to utilize all features of their heater will certainly want to also refer to Owner Level Programming begin ning on page 14 of this manual 1 Verify Electrical Power is Present at Heater A B Ensure that the unit has electrical power connected the heater controller display should be illuminated If the display is blank be certain the electrical breaker and heater disconnect are switched to ON C For now leave the water circulation pump OFF 2 Set the Heater Controls Refer to Control Panel Layout Pg 12 OWNER If heater is connected to a Call Flex controller also see Call Flex programming located in Owner Level Programming beginning on page 14 of this manual INSTALLER Is heater connected to an external controller See Dealer Specific Instructions beginning on page 31 this manual A B The owner settings can be set without water flowing Once the heater has electrical power connected with water not flowing the di
31. boratory to be installed under applicable standards detailed within the NEC e AquaCal does not recommend the use of ground fault protective devices in conjunction with heat pumps Service calls found to be due to nuisance tripping of ground fault devices are not covered under the AquaCal factory warranty 45 Controls Configuration amp Adjustments Level 2 Dealer Service Microprocessor Programming Includes Configuration for External Controllers Level 2 programming involves configuring the controller for specific site characteristics To explain this programming is where the controller is set to operate with or without an external controller where sensor calibrations are performed and where changes to other factory default parameters are made Before transferring use of the heater to the owner the installer must insure the controller programming is compatible with any site installed external controllers and that the heater starts and operates per the manufacturer s specifications Generally speaking the installer s main focus within Level 2 programming will be in configuring for external controller compatibility And unless instructed to do otherwise by the AquaCal Technical Support Group the installer should not adjust sensor calibration or dead band values CA UTION Failure to heed the following may result in equipment damage and voiding of manufacturer s warranty Heat pumps contain no owner
32. cative of total defrost or B Until 5 minutes has elapsed regardless of total defrost having occurred e During hot gas defrost cycles the compressor will not deactivate rather the compressor will continue operation throughout the sequence Upon completion of the defrost cycle as terminated per A or B above the reversing valve will be deactivated fan operation will recommence and water heating will resume 55 Controls Configuration amp Adjustments Water Flow Pressure Switch Adjustment Occasionally plumbing system design features will create a situation whereas the heater will abnormally cycle on the water flow circuit This situation will be evident if the circulator pump is operating the filter is clean and all water valves are set to flow water through the heater but the error code FLO remains displayed or displays intermittently In these rare instances where the factory water pressure switch WPS setting will not satisfy site conditions a WPS adjustment to enable normal heater operation is possible Failure to heed the followi ti R WARNING l sk n eed the following may result in permanent injury WPS adjustment procedure to be performed by experienced service personnel only procedure is NOT a homeowner based task and must not be attempted by individuals lacking adeguate electrical and mechanical experience BEWARE ROTATING FAN PROP HAZARD fan may start during water switch adjustment
33. cessor mode jumpers set to permit control of both heating and cooling Important The position of the mode jumper must match the capabilities of the heat pump Simply placing the mode jumper to the heating and cooling position with a heater designed to heat only will not make a heat only heater heat amp cool In fact a mis positioned mode jumper will cause heater control difficulties Verifying the Mode Jumper Position is Correct 1 Apply electrical power to the heater 2 Review the available modes by repeatedly pressing the MODE key A Heat Only Models The MODE key functions should appear as OFF and HEA B Heat Cool Models Icebreakers The MODE key functions should appear as OFF HEA COO and AHC 3 If the above modes do not display correctly for the heater being serviced the selector jumper located on the microprocessor PC board is likely placed in the wrong position To correct this condition the jumper connections will need to be repositioned See repositioning instructions below Repositioning the Mode Jumper Use this procedure if it is determined the mode jumper positioning is incorrect The mode jumper is located on the microprocessor controller board within the heater s electrical enclosure WAR N N G l da the following may result in permanent This is NOT an owner or operator procedure Repairs must not be attempted by untrained and or unqualified individuals Risk of Electrical Shock Ensu
34. cient water is circulating and the heater controller has successfully completed its self test the heater is ready to operate The heat pump is shipped with the controller MODE function set to OFF There are two ways to switch the heat pump OFF First Method One of the functions of the MODE button is OFF Second Method The thermostat set point can be lowered to a position below the minimum temperature setting 45 F this action will cause the display to read OFF To switch the unit ON first use the mode button to select the HEAT mode for Heat Only models or if the heat pump is a Heat and Cool model use the mode button to select one of the following modes HEAT COOL or ACH Auto changer over In the OFF mode the actual water temperature will be displayed as long as the circulating pump is operational and correct water flow is present In the event water is not circulating through the heat pump or flow is insufficient the controller will display the FLO No Water Flow code message Using the UP ARROW key increase the desired temperature until it exceeds the value of the actual temperature displayed Note See 8 later in this section if 000 is displayed upon pressing either the up or down arrow keys Once the desired temperature has been entered the display will read the actual temperature and the heat pump will start to operate Both the compressor and the fan must be operating before the
35. e most from your heat pump while insuring personal safety for you and others certain operational and maintenance factors must be observed Likewise excepting a few minor owner capable maintenance items explained later in this manual repair and service of your heat pump must be performed only by experienced service personnel Should you the owner suspect your heat pump is not performing properly by referring to the section in this manual entitled Troubleshooting you will be able to determine if a call for service is required Your installer can be one source of service or AquaCal Customer Support personnel stand ready to assist you at 800 786 7751 For questions concerning installation modifications operation service and upkeep please contact your installer or AguaCal Customer Support Warranties may be voided if the heater has been used maintained or repaired improperly In addition to possible voiding of warranties unapproved installation methods nonstandard modifications poor or incorrect maintenance service by unqualified personnel or improper use of this unit may result in personal injury and or property damage For personal safety and to avoid damage to equipment it is important that safety instructions displayed on the heat pump and within this manual are read understood and followed Throughout this manual the following two safety signals are placed where particular care is required Please note WARNING relates
36. e heat pump is reduced The higher the pressure on the filter gauge the lower the flow rate e Similar to a dirty filter large amounts of debris in the pump basket can reduce water flow Keep basket free of debris e Check for improper valve settings A partially closed valve after the filter or a full open bypass around the heater will cause insufficient water flow through heater e If the conditions listed above remain unresolved the water flow through the heater may be reduced to a point where internal safety devices shut the heater off e Before calling for service always check the filter the pump basket and water valve positions If the problem persists please call AquaCal Customer Support at 800 786 775 Control Water Chemistry e IMPORTANT AIl AquaCal heat pumps are engineered for exceptional durability and reliability And this heater being equipped with a titanium heat exchanger will be nearly impervious to water chemistry damage However the remainder of the pool spa equipment may be susceptible to damage from prolonged exposure to unbalanced water chemistry Likewise bathers may be exposed to health risks if water chemistry is not properly maintained e For the longevity of the entire pool spa installation and for the safety of bathers it is strongly recommended the water chemistry be checked regularly and maintained within proper norms Please see the table below for a complete listing of recommended water chemis
37. ges Winterizing for Hard Freeze Conditions CA UTION Failure to heed the following can result in damage to equipment and or property Failure to properly winterize heat pump may result in serious equipment damage Freeze damage is not covered under the heat pump warranty CA UTION Failure to heed the following can result in damage to equipment and or property While the plumbing connections are in the winterized condition not fully tightened it is imperative pool spa water not be circulated through the heat pump Loss of water through loose plumbing connections may result in damage to circulating pump pool spa structure and or other equipment Winterizing continued on page following 23 24 ES MAINTENANCE amp OPERATION continued Winterizing Procedure 1 2 Disconnect all electrical power to the heater turn OFF circulating pump At the two 2 connection unions disconnect the plumbing to the heater removal is counter clockwise Locate the hand drain plug at lower front corner of heater See Figure 3 position may vary between models Remove plug Permit all of the water to drain out of the condenser and then replace the plug thread the plug in clockwise until just snug then apply an additional 1 8 turn To prevent insects and vermin from entering the plumbing during the winterized period partially reconnect the two 2 plumbing connection unions couple each union one or two threads this
38. h the air coil temperature and the length of time the coil has remained at an ice making temperature Active defrost involves using hot refrigerant gas from the compressor to rapidly remove ice or frost from the evaporator coil In practice during a hot gas defrost cycle valving internal within the refrigerant system reverses the flow of the refrigerant this reversal of flow temporarily makes the air coil the condenser During hot gas defrost the air coil warms very quickly and accumulated ice and frost is rapidly melted Under most conditions the evaporator will be completely cleared in under 5 minutes HEAT amp COOL DEFROST SEQUENCE DETAILS e When the controller senses air coil temperatures conductive to making ice the unit will enter a 50 minute defrost delay counting period e During the counting period the fan and compressor will continue to operate and the water will continue to be heated During the counting period it is normal to see a moderate amount of frost and ice formation on the air coil e If after the 50 minute counting period the controller senses a need to defrost 1 The refrigerant circuit reversing valve will be activated changing the flow of hot refrigerant gas from the pool water heat exchanger to the air coil 2 Fan operation will be suspended permitting maximum heating of the air coil 3 The reverse cycle will continue until either A The air coil attains a predetermined temperature indi
39. he Heating Cooling Auto Changeover and Off for Heat amp Cool models Used to select between Heating and Off for heat only models 7 SPA INDICATOR LIGHT Indicates heater is referencing spa thermostat 8 POOL INDICATOR LIGHT Indicates heater is referencing pool thermostat 9 LED DISPLAY Displays water temperature when no keys are being pressed Displays desired temperature when UP ARROW or DOWN ARROW is pressed Also displays operational programming and fault codes as applicable 10 DESIRED TEMPERATURE LIGHT Indicates temperature set point is being displayed Indicates temperature set point is being changed due to the UP ARROW or DOWN ARROW being pressed 11 WATER TEMPERATURE LIGHT Indicates current water temperature is being displayed i HEATER CONTROLS continued Operational amp Programming Codes THE FOLLOWING CODES WILL BE DISPLAYED AS PART OF THE NORMAL OPERATION OF THE HEATER FLO No Water Flow Detected This code appears whenever the circulating pump is off or when the heater is not receiving correct water flow OFF System is Off This code appears whenever heater has been turned off via the mode selector button or when the temperature set point has been lowered below 45 F 4 Celsius Fahrenheit Selection This is a programming entry point to select in which format the water temperature will be displayed ULC User Lock Code This is a programming entry point when activated steps to
40. indicate the presence present is from after the heater has been of sanitizer normal condensation 011 for several hours Problem Solved Shut off Water Pump and Call AquaCal for Assistance 800 786 7751 29 30 SWIMMING POOL HEAT PUMPS Models 100 120 amp 155 HEATING ONLY Installation Specifications amp Controls Configuration 32 DEALER SPECI FIC TABLE of CONTENTS GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION 34 DATA PLATE NOMENCLATURE 7 7 34 HEATER SPECIFICATIONS 7 7 35 Physical Characteristics dimensional drawings 35 Performance Size Weight Electrical Water Needs 36 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 39 Placement of Heater 39 Indoor Installations 39 Outdoor Installations 39 Required Clearances 39 Irrigation Rain Runoff and Landscape Factors 40 Equipment Mounting Pad Requirements 40 Anchoring heater to Pad 40 Plumbing Requirements 41 OVEIVIGW scccnpasssso apenso saan a R ES
41. ines the number of degrees that the water temperature must rise above the set point before the thermostat closes again When in the auto changeover mode the dead band differential operates in the same manner as described above for heating mode and cooling modes However in all modes the thermostat will open when the set point is reached independently of the direction the water temperature is changing The factory spa dead band differential is set to 1 F It is highly recommended that the factory default of 1 F remain however if form some reason the dead band requires adjustment follow the steps outlined below A Follow the steps 1a through 1d above to enter the service menu Once dEL is displayed press the POOL SPA key until the display shows dBS Spa Dead Band Differential B With the service menu parameter dBS displayed pressing either the UP or DOWN arrow keys once will display the current setting Using the UP or DOWN arrows keys will increase or decrease the value respectively The differential is adjustable in 1 increments from 1 to 5 degrees C Once the desired dead band value has been selected not pressing depressing any buttons for 15 seconds will allow the controller to save the selection and return to the normal operating mode Pressing the POOL SPA key will also save the selection and step to the next menu parameter dBP Dead Band Pool 7 Pool Dead Band Differential dBP The dead band differentia
42. ir outside temperature The heat pump may be in the defrost mode if air temperatures are below 50 F If the heater is in defrost the code FS will be displayed If air temperatures are not cold but the defrost code is still displayed contact AquaCal Customer Support at 800 786 7751 Water Coming from the Heat Pump Is it a leak or just condensation from normal operation Here s how to find out Shut the heat pump off leaving the circulation pump running Within a few hours there should be a marked reduction in the amount of water seen around the bottom of the heat pump If the water appears to be drying up the water is probably harmless condensate indicative of normal opera tion Or as an alternate method test the water draining out the heater base for the presence of the sanitizer being used in the pool or spa Using a water test kit or a test strip check a sample of the water for chlorine or bromine If the sample tests positive for sanitizer call AquaCal for service at 800 786 7751 If the test is negative the water is probably harmless condensate NOTE The water test method will not be effective if an ionizer or ozone generator is being used to produce the sanitizing agent CAUTION If after testing a water leak is suspected immediately shut off the water pump and contact AquaCal Customer Support 800 786 7751 TROUBLESHOOTING FLOWCHART Heat Pump Fails to Operate START IstheDisplay Illuminated Displa
43. l determines the number of degrees that the water temperature must fall below the set point before the thermostat closes Heat Mode In the cooling mode the dead band differential determines the number of degrees that the water temperature must rise above the set point before the thermostat closes again When in the auto changeover mode the dead band differential operates in the same manner as described above for heating mode and cooling modes However in all modes the thermostat will open when the set point is reached independently of the direction the water temperature is changing The factory pool dead band differential is set to 1 F It is highly recommended that the factory default of 19F remain however if form some reason the dead band requires adjustment follow the steps outlined below A Follow the steps 1a through 1d above to enter the service menu Once dEL is displayed press the POOL SPA key until the display shows dBP Pool Dead Band Differential B With the service menu parameter dBP displayed pressing either the UP or DOWN arrow keys once will display the current setting Using the UP or DOWN arrows keys will increase or decrease the value respectively The differential is adjustable in 1 increments from 1 to 5 degrees Continued on Next Page 49 Controls Configuration amp Adjustments Level 2 Microprocessor Programming continued 7 Pool Dead Band Differential continued C Once the desi
44. maximum of 104 F Depressing the UP ARROW key will raise the set point 1 degree for every push of the button Depressing the DOWN ARROW key will lower the set point 1 degree for every push of the button Changing The Spa Temperature Set Point A Using the POOL SPA key select the SPA temperature set point The spa set point indicator light will confirm the selection B The spa temperature set point is adjustable from a minimum of 45 F to a maximum of 104 F Depressing the UP ARROW key will raise the set point 1 degree for every push of the button Depressing the DOWN ARROW key will lower the set point 1 degree for every push of the button Selecting Between F and C A Simultaneously depress and hold both the UP ARROW and DOWN ARROW keys until CF1 Celsius Fahrenheit code appears B With the CF1 code displayed pressing the UP ARROW or DOWN ARROW keys will change the selection code to either 0 or 1 Select 1 for Fahrenheit temperature display or 0 for Celsius temperature display Once the desired temperature display mode has been selected not pressing any buttons for 15 seconds will allow the controller to save the selection and return to the normal operating mode Pressing the POOL SPA key will also save the selection and step to the next menu parameter ULC User Lock Code User Lock Code Option ULC This Option Explained Heat pumps are shipped from the factory with the ULC o
45. n leader gutter or rain shield will be necessary Maintain Proper Clearances Around Heater For maximum efficiency proper air flow clearances around heater must be maintained It is important to keep the area immediately adjacent to the heat pump clear of items such as shrubs and bushes lawn furniture chemicals containers etc These items can prevent air from circulating fully through the heater and will result in inefficient operation or damage to the heat pump In addition do not place objects on top of the heat pump doing so will lock the air from exiting the heater and will result in damage to the compressor and fan motor Proper clearances are also necessary in order to access the working parts of your heater A heater that is easy to get to will be a heater that is easy to maintain service and maintenance personnel will thank you for keeping the area around your heater unobstructed Please see diagrams below for specific clearance requirements 100 amp 120 MODELS 12 INCHES OVERHANG WITH GUTTER 1 15 2 RAIN RUN OFF X MUST BE A DIRECTED AWAY 7 FROM UNIT 5 FT MINIMUM NCHES CLEARANCE SIDE oo MINIMUM 100 amp 120 MODELS CLEARANCE 1 FT 155 MODELS 2 FT 30 1 NCHES Sipe View No SCALE Top View No Scale ES MAINTENANCE amp OPERATION continued Heating Tips Heating in Cooler Weather Late night and early morning generally being the coolest
46. n operating for some time water may be observed surrounding the heater The moisture seen is condensation produced as a by product of transferring heat from the air into the pool or spa water Quantities of 6 8 gallons of water produced per hour are common if the air humidity is high Conversely a low humidity condition may result in no condensation being produced To troubleshoot see page 26 Water Coming from the Heat Pump 6 To Stop the Heat Pump A Select OFF via the MODE selector This method of shut down preserves the controller settings B An interruption of water flow such as when a pump timer is in control will also cease heat pump operation End Quick Start amp Stop 11 12 L HEATER CONTROLS Control Panel Layout APPEARANCE VARIES BY MODEL ES fey Ss G AD 7 8 2 10 1 water temps heating k Control Buttons Indicator Lights 4 Display AS INDICATED BY CIRCLED NUMBERS 1 POOL SPA SELECTOR Selects either pool or spa thermostat 2 COOLING INDICATOR LIGHT Indicates unit is cooling Note This light and associated text will not be present on heat only models 3 UP ARROW Increases temperature setting Maximum setting is 104 F 4 DOWN ARROW Decreases temperature setting Minimum setting is 45 F 5 HEATING INDICATOR LIGHT Indicates unit is heating 6 MODE SELECTOR Used to select between t
47. n to make an AguaCal heat pump part of your home Since 1981 AquaCal has maintained the worldwide lead in the manufacture of swimming pool 8 spa heat pumps Your new heat pump is not only a great investment but also the most cost effective method available for heating pools and spas For example your heat pump is up to 400 more efficient than gas and when compared to electric resistance heat your heat pump is nearly 600 more effective You can rest assured your new heat pump is of the highest quality and efficiency and is designed and built to provide years of trouble free operation Moreover should you decide you would like AquaCal to provide regular inspection and maintenance of your heat pump which we do recommend you will find AguaCal s factory trained service staff is the largest and most qualified in the pool amp spa heat pump industry You can rest assured knowing your new heat pump is of the highest quality and efficiency and is designed and built to provide years of trouble free operation Important Features of Your New Heat Pump ThermoLink Heat Exchanger The heart of your heat pump is the patented ThermoLink heat exchanger The primary cause of premature heat pump demise is the failure of the heat exchanger Ordinary heat exchangers are made from a cupronickel alloy This cupronickel material is suscep tible to attack from the sanitizers used in pools and spas and from other related water
48. nd adjustment 49 8 Changing Service Lock Code amp Back Door Entry 50 Level 2 Set Up amp Calibration Codes 51 Factory Default Settings 51 Troubleshooting Using Displayed Codes 52 Mode Jumper and Positioning 53 Defrost Systems described and explained 55 Water Flow Pressure Switch Adjustment 56 CONTACTING THE FACTORY gt 50 000 00 4050005000 asastocadSasadesaso 58 SAFETY INFORMATION Notice Heater NOT Repairable by Owner Failure to heed the following may result in permanent WARNING Heat pumps contain no owner repairable components Repairs must not be attempted by untrained and or unqualified individuals If service is deemed necessary contact installing dealer or AquaCal Customer Support at 800 786 7751 Refrigerant Circuit Service Only by Qualified EPA Certified Technician Failure to heed the following may result in permanent WARNING injury or death Heater contains refrigerant under high pressure Repairs to the refrigerant circuit must not be attempted by untrained or unqualified individuals Service must be performed only by qualified HVAC technicians Recover refrigerant to relieve pressure before opening system DATA PLATE NOMENCLATURE 1 23 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
49. ning correctly the Service Representative will offer to set up a service visit As necessary please Contact AquaCal Customer Support Group 800 786 7751 Dealers and Service Centers For troubleshooting use listed below are all possible fault messages output by the microprocessor what the codes mean and possible causes with solutions for the indicated problem Please contact AquaCal Technical Support Group as necessary 800 786 7751 52 WARNING Failure to heed the following may result in permanent injury or death Heat pumps contain no owner or operator repairable components Repairs must not be attempted by untrained and or unqualified individuals If service is deemed necessary contact installing dealer or AquaCal Customer Support at 800 786 7751 Message Error Description Possible cause dPO Defrost Sensor Open Cut or loose sensor wiring PO paer Temperature Cut or loose sensor wiring Sensor Open dPC Defrost Sensor Shorted Short circuit in defrost sensor wiring or defective sensor PC water Temperature Short circuit in water temperature sensor or defective sensor Sensor Shorted LP Refrigerant System Low System refrigerant charge low defective low pressure switch clogged Pressure Switch Open evaporator coil or defective wiring HP Refrigerant System High Low water flow defective high pressure switch or defective wiring Pressure Switch Open 5 High Pressure
50. o connect a thermostat type controller 2 wire connection or 3 to connect a thermostat selector type controller 3 wire connection B Configuring Remote Flow Switch Automatic Thermostat Switching Using FS2 Selection 1 Follow the steps 1a through 1d above to enter the service menu Once dEL is displayed press the POOL SPA key until the display shows FS2 2 With the FS2 Remote Flow Switch Automatic Thermostat Switching code message displayed use the UP or DOWN arrows to select either 0 to disable Remote Flow Switch Automatic Thermostat Switching 1 to enable Remote Flow Switch Automatic Thermostat Switching Note ALL FLOW SWITCH KITS PRODUCED BY AQUACAL ARE SHIPPED WITH FULL INSTALLATION AND PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE CONTACT AQUACAL CUSTOMER SUPPORT 800 786 7751 IF ADDITIONAL COPIES OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NEEDED 4 Water Sensor Calibration tSC If it is believed the displayed pool or spa water temperature does not match the actual temperature follow the steps below to verify and adjust the controller as necessary Be certain to use an accurate thermometer A With the circulating pump in operation and water moving through the heater use a reliable thermometer to measure the temperature of the pool or spa water Be sure to measure the water temperature away from returns The object is to accurately determine the temperature of the water entering the heater B Once you have
51. ode The code can be any number from 00 to 99 The factory set lock code is 0 Not pressing any buttons for 15 seconds will allow the controller to save the selection and return to the normal operating mode Pressing the POOL SPA key will also save the selection and will step the controller to the next menu parameter CFO Call Flex Options 6 Once the ULC option has been enabled depressing any key will momentarily display LOC followed by 0 prompting the entry of the correct lock code number To gain access to the controller a Using the UP ARROW key scroll to the correct lock code number then b Press the POOL SPA key Current water temperature will be displayed Control setting can now be viewed or changed as desired c After a period of approximately four 4 minutes during which time no buttons have been pressed the controller will automatically return to the locked mode Provided ULC selection is set to 1 the controller will always fail safe in the locked mode d Without knowledge of the correct lock code and with the ULC enabled control adjustments will not be possible Be certain to record your lock code in a safe place The lock code may be changed any number of times by following the instructions detailed in this section B De Activating the User Lock Code ULC function 1 Following the instructions detailed previously at 8 6 press any key and enter the user lock code number
52. ove 38 F for several hours and FS has been display ed throughout the period HEAT COOLMODELS Has FS Extendthe pool pump s remained display edlonger than hours of operation to 5 minutes If yes shut heater accommodate off additional heater run time required in cooler conditions HEATONLY MODELS Ambient conditions too cold to operate heater HEAT COOLMODELS FS display ed f or 5 minutes or less indicates normaldef rost operation Is the heater perf orming adequately Problem Solved Call AquaCal q Problem for Assistance Solved 800 786 7751 TROUBLESHOOTING FLOWCHART Water Coming from Heat Pump START Has the Heating lamp been illuminated When the heater is operating it is normal to produce up to 8 If heater has not run recently gallons of condensation and water is coming water per hour If water from theheater heatermay drainage seems excessiv e have a water leak proceed to TESTING TESTING If using chlorine or bromine as a pool spa sanitizer use a test strip or test kit to determine whether the water is from the pool or is normal condensation CR An alternative method of determining a water leak in the heater is to turn the heater off for afew hours leave the water pump running and see if water continues tocome from theheater Sanitizer Test Turn Off Test This would A f Didthe test results indicate the water oes water continue to drain from the heater
53. ption disabled Enabling the ULC function permits the heat pump owner to restrict access to the unit s controls With the ULC function enabled unless the correct ULC code number is entered changes to Level 1 programming are not possible e Altering temperature set points Pool Spa selection C F display changes etc will not be possible The ULC option can be thought of as an electronic lockable cover for the controls Continued on Next Page 15 o HEATER CONTROLS continued Start Up amp Setting Operating Controls Owner Level Programming Instructions continued 8 User Lock Code Option ULC continued A Selecting UCL Option 1 Depress either the UP or DOWN ARROW keys if LOC is momentarily displayed flowed by 0 the ULC feature is enabled If O displays proceed to 6 of this section otherwise see number 2 below 2 Simultaneously depress and hold both the UP ARROW and DOWN ARROW keys until CF1 Celsius Fahrenheit code appears 3 Depress the POOL SPA key once to display ULC 4 With ULC displayed pressing either the Up or Down Arrow key will display either 1 or 0 Selecting 0 will allow the keypad to remain unlocked Selecting 1 will enable the User Lock Code option Then to enter a lock code number press the POOL SPA key once to display ELC Enter Lock Code 5 With ELC displayed use the Up or Down arrow keys to select a lock c
54. quaCal 100 120 and 155 model heat pumps have two 2 identical data plates affixed one can be found outside the unit on right front corner the second data plate is located behind the front access panel on the electrical enclosure cover e Refer to either equipment data plate for unit specific electrical power supply requirements e Based on data plate information size wiring wiring devices and over current protection per applicable codes and standards e Refer to drawing below for data plate items specific to electrical installation requirements On the installed heater data plate the areas depicted below numbered 1 8 will contain the information required to size the electrical service and over current protection ELECTRICAL PORTION of DATA PLATE MINIMUM CIRCUIT AMPACITY Hz 2 MADE IN THE USA ELEC SERVICE Vac PHASE MAXIMUM TIME DELAY FUSE OR HACR BREAKER COMPRESSOR Vac FAN MOTOR Vac A Word Concerning Ground Fault Protection e The National Electrical Code NEC contains no standards requiring Ground Fault Interruption protection via GFI Circuit Breaker or otherwise of Fixed or Stationary equipment under article 680 Swimming Pools Fountain amp Similar Installations or Article 440 Air Conditioning amp Refrigeration Equipment e The preceding standards govern the installation of AquaCal and other manufacturers heat pumps AquaCal heat pumps are designed and safety tested by a certified la
55. quired on the roof edge above the heat pump Relocate or adjust irrigation to avoid water spray directly onto the heat pump Do not locate the heat pump directly adjacent to plants shrubs or bushes Doing so will prevent proper air circulation into the unit and may inhibit access to the heater when service is needed Consult drawings on previous page Required Installation Clearances for proper spacing to other objects Equipment Mounting Pad Requirements The equipment pad shall be constructed of concrete pressure treated wood or other material intended for the use The equipment pad shall meet all requirements of authorities having code related jurisdiction The pad shall be elevated and placed to provide adequate drainage and support to the base of the heat pump The pad should be essentially level with just enough pitch to drain condensate and any other water away from the heater The pad shall extend in all directions at least 3 beyond the base of the heat pump Under no circumstances shall the heater be installed directly onto the earth Anchoring Heater to Pad Follow all relevant local state or national requirements regarding wind load anchoring When anchoring is required use AquaCal optional Hurricane Anchoring Kits AquaCal anchoring kits satisfy completely the very stringent Florida Building Code Section 301 13 Wind Anchoring Requirements Contact AquaCal Parts Group 800 785 7751 to obtain the correct
56. rdance with all applicable local state or national codes amp standards In Line Chlorine Feeders The titanium heat exchanger tube is nearly impervious to damage from acid and chlorine however other pars of the heater may be damaged by concentrated chlorine Caution Always place in line chlorinators as low and as far downstream from the heater as possible Maintain Ability to Winterize In regions where hard freeze conditions are typical the unions mentioned below allow for easy disconnection and re connection of the heater from to the plumbing system Caution Do not defeat the function of the unions use no glue on the threaded portion of the unions Water Connections to Heat Pump All AquaCal heat pumps are supplied with 2 PVC plumbing unions Connection to site plumbing is made via PVC solvent cement to the female slip socket of the plumbing unions Maximum Operating Pressure 50 PSI Minimum Maximum Water Flow Rates e All AquaCal 100 120 and 155 models are designed to operate successfully at flow rates of 20 to 70 gallons per minute GPM e Design the plumbing system to maintain at least 20 GPM flow through the heater the heat pump will not operate correctly nor reliably with less than 20 GPM of water flow supplied e If water flow rates through the heater will exceed 70 GPM a spring check bypass valve will be required Please contact AquaCal Engineering Group to obtain the valve specification specific to your inst
57. re all electrical power to the heater has been disconnected prior to removing the heater front access panel Leave electrical power disconnected throughout the following jumper repositioning procedure 1 To access the jumper first remove the heater front entry panel then remove the metal cover from heater electrical enclosure For layout details of the microprocessor control board see figures on next page 2 Locate the mode jumper in the upper right hand corner of the control board If the jumper is found to be incorrectly positioned gently disengage the jumper by pulling it directly away from the control board 3 Perthe figures on the following page identify the correct location for the jumper and gently reposition the jumper leaving one pin uncovered Note The jumper should cover two 2 pins one always being the middle pin and the other the correct pin for the features of the heat pump 53 Controls Configuration amp Adjustments 54 Microprocessor Mode Jumper Positioning continued SS NOTE EMPTY PIN ee AAT raves U HEAT j HEAT COOL U gt JUMPER IN HEAT amp COOL POSITION A gt JUMPER IN HEAT ONLY PLETI O TIT POSITION je r wel feco IB rev ne comp XYZ e a op sw A RA S NOTE EMPTY PIN gt NOTE EMPTY PIN A EAT HEAT COOL he X YER IN HEaTaCoOL q JUMPER HEAT Y Lo
58. red dead band value has been selected not pressing depressing any buttons for 15 seconds will allow the controller to save the selection and return to the normal operating mode Pressing the POOL SPA key will also save the selection and step to the next menu parameter LOC LOCK CODE 8 Changing the Service Lock Code and Back Door 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 Level 2 Service menu be suspected it may be necessary to select a code other than 50 To change the Service Lock Code 1 Follow the steps 1a through 1d above to enter the service menu Once dEL is displayed press the POOL SPA key until the display shows LOC LOCK CODE 2 Press the UP arrow key to display the current service lock code value With the current value displayed the UP arrow key will increase the value while the DOWN arrow key will decrease the value When the desired value is displayed not pressing depressing any buttons for 15 seconds will allow the controller to save the selection and return to the normal operating mode Pressing the POOL SPA key will also save the selection and step to the next menu parameter It is recommended however unless attempting to prevent tampering that the factory setting of 50 remain in use B Back door Access For use when correct
59. rvice adjustments are available to authorized installation and service personnel only CA UTION Failure to heed the following may result in equipment damage and voiding of manufacturer s warranty Heat pumps contain no owner serviceable components Owner initiated adjustments beyond the controller LOC code must not be attempted If adjustments are deemed necessary the owner should contact installing dealer or AquaCal Customer Support at 800 786 7751 13 14 a HEATER CONTROLS continued Start Up amp Setting Operating Controls Owner Level Programming Instructions Complete 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 1 3 Applying Power to The Controller A When power is first applied the controller performs a lamp test and the display will read 888 Following 888 the software version will display briefly The control will then display the actual water temperature provided the circulating pump is operating and adequate water is flowing through the heater If the pool circulating pump is off the control will display FLO This code message indicates no or insufficient water is being circulated through the heat pump Starting the Heat Pump A Once electrical power is supplied to the heat pump suffi
60. serviceable components Owner initiated adjustments beyond the controller LOC code must not be attempted If adjustments are deemed necessary the owner should contact installing dealer or AguaCal Customer Support at 800 786 7751 1 Entering Service Menu A To enter the service menu Simultaneously depress and hold both the UP ARROW and DOWN ARROW keys until CF1 Celsius Fahrenheit code appears Note if O00 displays the User Lock Code is enabled and the ULC pass code must be entered before proceeding See Owner Level Operating Instructions page 14 User Lock Code Option ULC If the owner s ULC pass code is unknown the factory default code 17 may be used to access controller programming Depress the POOL SPA key four times to display LOC which is the entrance point for the Service Menu B The LOC code allows service personnel the ability to enter and access code to enter the service menu This includes the above mentioned codes that have adjustable parameters in the software that may require calibration or adjustment This section of the menu is intended for authorized factory service personnel only C Using the UP and DOWN arrow keys scroll the displayed number to 50 D Once the correct service code is displayed pressing the POOL SPA key one again will allow access to the service menu E The first service parameter displayed will be dEL 4 minute time delay on make
61. sion in water warmer than normal body temperature may cause a condi tion known as HYPERTHERMIA The symptoms of hyperthermia include unawareness of impending hazard failure to perceive heat failure to recognize the need to exit the spa and unconsciousness The use of alcohol drugs or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia In addition persons having an adverse medical history or preg nant women should consult a physician before using a hot tub or spa Children and the extreme elderly should be supervised by a responsible adult Water Chemistry Safety Failure to heed the following may result in permanent Improper water chemistry can present a serious health hazard To avoid possible hazards maintain Pool Spa water per standards detailed later in this manual Failure to heed the following can result in damage to While your heat pump s titanium based heat exchanger provides nearly impervious protection against poor water chemistry improper water chemistry may cause expensive damage to pump filter pool shell etc To avoid equipment damage maintain Pool Spa water per standards detailed later in this manual 10 Getting Started HEATING QUICK START amp STOP This brief information is provided as an aide to installers service personnel and owners The intent of this section is to provide rapid access to only very basic operational information Individuals who will be routinely using inst
62. sizing reguirements necessary due to wiring distances Always satisfy applicable codes and standards Multiple heaters installed at same site generally require special sequencing controls an ASC controller will be required If yours is a multi heater installation contact AquaCal Technical Support Group 800 786 7751 for application assistance Electrical installation should be by licensed electrician only Code Specific Requirements The electrical installation must conform to the most current version of the National Electrical Code NFPA No 70 and all applicable local and state codes National Electrical Code Article 680 Swimming Pools Fountains and Similar Installations shall apply National Electrical Code Article 440 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Equipment shall apply Connecting External Controllers See document entitled Connecting External Controllers to AguaCal Heat Pumps This document is shipped with every AquaCal heater For extra copies contact AquaCal Customer Support 800 786 7751 request literature piece LTP0050 For Call Flex option reference instructions received with the Call Flex kit Please contact the AquaCal Technical Support Group 800 786 7751 concerning the application of any external controller Call Flex sequencing control etc INSTALLATION Electrical Requirements continued Sizing the Electrical Service Reference the Equipment Data Plate e A
63. splay should read FLO Press the MODE button until the HEAT HEA indication displays This action will enable the remaining programming keys Using the POOL SPA selector key select the POOL mode The chosen mode will be verified by an illuminated indicator light located on the left side of the display showing that the POOL control has been selected If heating just a spa using the DOWN arrow key lower the POOL temperature until OFF is displayed then proceed to Step E Use the UP DOWN arrow keys to set the desired water temperature for the POOL water If the heat pump will be used to heat a spa use the POOL SPA selector key to select SPA then use the UP DOWN arrow keys to set the desired water temperature for the SPA If heating just a POOL using the DOWN arrow key lower the SPA temperature until OFF is displayed The heat pump controls are now set to maintain the desired water temperature for the POOL and or SPA Quick Start amp Stop Continued Next Page HEATING QUICK START amp STOP continued 3 To Begin Heating A Verify MODE is set to HEAT then depending on which body of water is to be heated use the POOL SPA selector key to select POOL or SPA B Position external water valves appropriately to flow water to amp from the body of water and through the heater C Start the water pump Within 4 minutes depending on the status of the controller s internal time delay the heater will
64. start The selected body of water will be brought to temperature and maintained per the setting determined previously in Set the Heater Controls D In operation whenever the actual displayed water temperature falls below the desired set point after an initial time delay of 4 minutes the unit will begin heating Note THE HEAT CONTROLLER INCORPORATES AN ANTI SHORT CYCLE TIME DELAY SHOULD OPERATION BE INTERRUPTED RESTART WILL BE DELAYED BY APPROXIMATELY 4 MINUTES 4 Program Filter Pump Run Time Most pool spa systems utilize a timer or multifunction controller to manage filter pump run times If your system incorporates such a device follow the instructions below A It will be necessary to allow the filter pump to run continuously until the water has reached the desired temperature If a timer controls the pool filter pump it will be necessary to override the timer to allow 24 hr operation B Once the desired temperature has been obtained 2 4 days reset the pump control device Colder months require longer running times generally eight to twelve hours day C A heat pump can only operate when the filter pump is running Therefore it may be necessary during cooler weather to extend the water pump s hours of daily operation The increased run time is necessary in order to keep up with increased weather related heat losses 5 Continuous Usage and Water Around Heater Condensation After the heat pump has bee
65. the appropriate thermostat pool or spa whichever you are heating and with electrical power and water flow supplied to the heater the water will be maintained at set point Your system can be automated with the addition of an optional AquaCal Universal Heater Controller AquaCal part 0097TS Using this option will save you from having to change the thermostat switch each time you change from pool to spa and back again For details contact your installing dealer or AquaCal Customer Support 800 786 7751 Spa Heating amp Spa Setback Option Air blowing into your spa while it is being heated will very often neutralize or partially counteract the heat being put into the spa by the heater this added heat loss equates to increased time to bring your spa to desired temperature When heating a spa be sure to turn off the air blower Air induced through the spa jets should also be eliminated during warm up whenever possible your heater is being used to only heat a spa the POOL thermostat can be used as a setback control simply set the pool control at a point 10 15 F below desired spa heat temperature and select the pool thermostat This method allows the spa when not in use to be held at a heated temperature but somewhat lower than normal spa use temperature One would want to blanket the spa if using this setback method Using spa setback will result in reduced warm up periods over full cold starts 21 22 E
66. the next menu level ELC ELC Enter Lock Code This a programming entry point permits end user to select a secret code thereby limiting access to the owner settings CFO Call Flex Options This is a programming entry point when used in conjunction with a AquaCal Call Flex add on kit permits the use of CALL or FLEX options Heater in Defrost Mode This code appears as a normal display during periods of lower air temperatures Two possibilities follow Heat Only Units Fan continues to run and compressor is off Compressor will restart when air coil temperature rises to approximately 38 F Heat Cooling reversing Units Applicable in Heat Mode Only if a defrost cycle is necessary the unit s reversing valve will be activated While the reversing valve is activated the fan operation will be suspended to permit maximum heating of the air coil The reverse cycle will continue until the air coil reaches a set temperature or until 4 Minutes has elapsed Upon completion of the defrost cycle the reversing valve will be deactivated normal fan and heating operation will resume During hot gas defrost cycles the compressor will not deactivate rather it will continue in operation throughout the sequence LOC This is a Service Entry Point not intended for use by the owner The LOC code permits service personal to enter a factory code for access to adjustable calibration and site dependant setup parameters Se
67. the wheel locking tab fully back to the right hand locked position To Adjust a TecMark Switch 1 Reference photo P 3 on page following TecMark switches do not have an adjustment wheel lock 2 With water pump operating and electrical power supplied to the heater slowly rotate the top of the adjustment wheel AWAY from you until the until the FLO code just disappears WARNING watch for rotating fan blade depending upon the state of the control circuit time delay the heater may start simultaneous with the WPS adjustment Controls Configuration amp Adjustments Water Flow Pressure Switch Adjustment continued To Complete the Adjustment Procedure Either Brand Switch 1 With electrical power remaining ON to the heater and heater operating shut off the power to the circulating pump If the switch has been correctly adjusted when the water pump stops the heater will shut off and the FLO code will display CAUTION If the heater continues to operate with water pump off readjust water pressure switch to ensure heater will not run without water flow 2 Reinstall heater front cover required to start heater CESP RS Rotate top of adjustment wheel toward you to decrease water pressure z AU justment Wheel 3 PM LEN GOR Made inL Tab in Unlocked Position Rotate top of adjustment wheel AWAY from you to decrease the water pressure reguired to start heater P 3 TecMark S
68. times of the day are least efficient for heat pump operation For most efficient operation heat pumps should be timed to operate during the warmest daylight portions of the day Please set water pump controls accordingly Pool Spa Blankets A solar blanket will significantly reduce your heating bills Check with the installing dealer to see if your heat pump was sized to be used in conjunction with a blanket Blanketed pools will typically lose only 3 4 of heat per night versus 8 10 overnight with an un blanketed pool Reductions of 40 60 on heating bills can be achieved by using blankets Idea Contact AquaCal Customer Support 800 786 7751 to learn about Liquid Blanket innovations WARNING inuyorceat 4 Improperly used Pool Spa blankets can become a drowning risk to people and pets Blankets are not safety covers They are not designed to support the weight of a person or pet Never enter a pool until the blanket is completely removed under no circumstances should anyone swim under the blanket Follow all safety recommendations of the blanket manufacturer Pool and Spa Combination Heating Everything stated for heating a pool applies for heating a spa only the volume of water being heated is different All AguaCal heat pumps come equipped with two thermostats One thermostat is for the pool and the other is for the spa Simply position the pool and spa isolation valves as directed by your installer select
69. to personal safety while CAUTION signals promote avoiding damage to equipment Failure to heed the following may result in perma WARNING nent injury or death Warning signal appears in this manual where special attention is required for personal safety Specific instructions will appear in this box Gc A UTI 0 N Failure to heed the following may result in equipment damage Caution signal appears in this manual where special care is required to avoid equipment damage Specific instructions will appear in this box Notice Heater NOT Repairable by Owner Failure to heed the following may result in permanent WARNING injury or death Heat pumps contain no owner repairable components Repairs must not be attempted by untrained and or unqualified individuals If service is deemed necessary contact installing dealer or AquaCal Customer Support at 800 786 7751 Refrigerant Circuit Service Only by Qualified EPA Certified Technician Failure to heed the following may result in permanent WARNING injury or death Heater contains refrigerant under pressure Repairs to the refrigerant circuit must not be attempted by untrained and or unqualified individuals Service must be performed only by qualified HVAC technicians Recover refrigerant to relieve pressure before opening system Water Temperature Safety Failure to heed the following may result in permanent WARNING injury or death Prolonged immer
70. try levels RECOMMENDED WATER CHEMISTRY STANDARDS Chlorine 1 0 3 0 ppm in pools 1 5 3 0 ppm in spas Bromine 2 0 4 0 ppm in pools 3 0 5 0 ppm in spas pH 7 4 7 6 ppm in pools 7 2 7 8 ppm in spas Total Alkalinity 80 140 ppm in pools 80 120 ppm in spas Calcium Hardness 200 400 ppm in pools and spas Total Dissolved Solids 1 000 2 000 ppm in pools 1 500 ppm above start up TDS in spas CAUTION Pool Spa Refinishing Operations During pool refinishing or acid cleaning the water flow through the heater must be shut off Water flow to the heater must remain off until water chemistry is once again in balance and the water is clear in appearance Failure to follow these instructions may void heater warranty 19 20 T MAINTENANCE 8 OPERATION continued Control Irrigation and Storm Run Off Control Irrigation In regions were wells are used for irrigation water quality is sometimes poor and water spray can damage heater components Regardless of water quality it is important that irrigation be directed away from the heat pump Prevent rain water runoff from pouring directly into the heater The heater is designed to withstand normal rainfall but solid streams of water from roof drip lines may eventually damage heat pump components If the heat pump resides beneath a roof edge to promote heat pump longevity a rai
71. ty to continue to operate even during freezing weather your Icebreaker extends the swimming season longer than any other heat pump Corrosion Proof Cabinet The cabinet being made from resilient UV Protected ABS material can never rust fade or corrode You can expect the cabinet to retain a like new appearance with only an occasional wash down and if so desired a quick waxing 2 Icebreaker 5 Models Only PLEASE READ FURTHER TO BECOME FAMILIAR WITH ALL THE FEATURES THE SAFE OPERATION AND THE CARE OF YOUR NEW HEAT PUMP HOW AHEAT PUMP WORKS THE FOLLOWING EXPLANATION IS PROVIDED HELP YOU IN UNDERSTANDING WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR HEAT PUMP A Heat Pump Does Not Make Heat Heat pumps are so extraordinarily efficient because they do not need to produce heat in order to warm pool or spa water Rather heat pumps simply transfer heat from the outside air into the water If one considers absolute 0 the point where all heat is absent occurs at 459 Fahrenheit below zero it becomes evident outside air even at the relative cool temperature of 552 Fahrenheit still contains large amounts of heat energy It is that abundant heat energy a heat pump captures and places into your pool or spa Heat REMOVED FROM AIR CooL AIR Out SAFETY INFORMATION Used and maintained properly your heat pump will provide year upon year of safe and economical service However as with any mechanical or electrical device to get th
72. tyle Switch SHOULD ADJUSTMENT OF THE WATER PRESSURE SWITCH PROVE UNSUCCESSFUL CONTACT AquaCaL TECHNICAL SUPPORT 800 786 7751 SITE SPECIFIC FACTORS MAY REQUIRE THE INSTALLATION OF AN EXTERNAL FLOW SWITCH 57 58 WE CONTACTING THE FACTORY What We Need to Know When You Call Us If you should need to call AquaCal for service or parts please have the follow ing information ready Having the above information ready will speed up the service process and allow us to respond more quickly A brief but concise description of what the unit is or is not doing will also help us to help you Please call up toll free at 800 786 7751 We are here to serve you from 8 a m to 5 p m EST Monday through Friday If calling after hours our voice mail system will handle your call Be sure to leave your name complete ad dress and telephone number you prefer you may FAX the information to 727 821 7471 Be certain to provide your full address and a daytime telephone number Thank You SWIMMING POOL HEAT PUMPS NOTES SWIMMING POOL HEAT PUMPS 2737 24th St North St Petersburg FL 33713 1 800 786 7751
73. vaporator Coil gt Check Relay Contacts gt Check Capacitor Values gt Check Refrigerant Levels gt Clean Heat Pump Cabinet gt Check Fan Blade Clearances gt Check Flow Pressure Switch gt Check Electrical Connections gt Check Proper Voltage To Unit gt Oil Fan Motor As Applicable gt Check Fan Motor Amperage Draw gt Check Pool amp Spa Water Chemistry gt Check and Clean Condensate Drains gt Check Compressor Amperage Draw gt Check Water Pump Amperage Draw gt Acid Wash Source Coil As Applicable gt Check Air Temperature Change Through Evaporator gt Check Operating Controls and Temperature Sensors gt Check Water Temperature Change Through Condenser We recommend all AquaCal heat pump owners take advantage of this annual service starting one year after the installation of the heater You will be surprised at the minimal cost of this service the service is very reasonably priced for what is included For further information or to schedule Planned Maintenance Service please contact AquaCal Customer Support at 1 800 786 7751 25 26 TROUBLESHOOTING g 0 Heat Pump Fails to Operate Aero Is the display illuminated If not ensure the main breaker located at the power supply panel and the disconnect switch located near the heat pump are both turned ON Is the code FLO displayed If so check to be sure that the circulating pump is operating and the filter is clean There may also be a val
74. ve positioned incorrectly allowing water to bypass the heat pump Be sure water is flowing through the heater Is the Pool or Spa thermostat selected for the correct body of water to be heated and have you tried selecting a higher temperature setting If not the actual water temperature may be above that of the selected thermostat Raise the desired water temperature above the actual water temperature the heater should start after an approximate five 5 minute delay If the heat pump still fails to start and the unit is not in defrost defrost display code is FS contact AguaCal Customer Support 800 786 7751 Heat Pump Running but Not Heating Is the air blowing out of the top of the unit noticeably cooler than the surrounding air A9 F to 12 F difference is typical If not contact AquaCal for service at 800 786 7751 But first be sure all air coil surfaces are free from obstructions low roof overhangs landscaping walls fences etc can restrict air flow The heat pump needs good airflow to operate at peak efficiency How many hours day does the circulating pump operate Cooler weather conditions or heating to a higher than normal temperature may necessitate running the heat pump for a longer period of time Was the heater sized considering the use of a pool blanket check with installing dealer A blanket can be useful in permitting shorter run times in turn leading to substantial energy cost savings What is the a
75. will also save the selection and step to the next menu parameter dSC Defrost Sensor Calibration 5 Defrost Sensor Calibration dSC In the event the defrost Sensor requires calibration the following steps must be followed closely to ensure optimal defrost control A B Turn the heater off at the main circuit panel Remove the unit s 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 bulb on heat only models or on the evaporator s suction heater independent from the TXV bulb for heat and cool models Carefully remove the insulation from around the sensor area Using a highly accurate surface mount thermometer attach the thermometer probe to the suction line immediately adjacent to the Defrost Sensor After the thermometer probe is securely attached to the suction line reinstall the insulation foam around the sensor With the foam insulation and the front reinstalled restart the unit allowing it to run for 10 minutes The suction line temperature should have stabilized at this point Note the suction line temperature as measured by the thermometer probe Follow previous steps 1a through 1d to enter the service menu Once dEL is displayed press the POOL SPA key until the display shows dSC Defrost Sensor Calibration With the service menu parameter dSC displayed pressing either the UP or DOWN arrow
76. y isilluminated If FLO is display ed check to be sure the If not ensure themain circulating pumpis breaker located at the operating and the filter power supply panel is clean There may and the disconnect alsobeavalve switch located near positionedincorrectly the heat pump are Be certain water is both turnedON flowing through the heater Is the heater operatingcorrectly Yes Is the Poolor Spa thermostat selectedf or the correct body of water to be heated and hav ey ou tried selecting a higher temperaturesetting Is the heater operating correctly Yes The heater is equipped with afive minute delay Wait atleast five minutes to allow thetimer toreset Problem Solved s theunit operating Verify water Yes correctly temperature settings are as desired Contact AquaCal for Assistance at 800 786 7751 27 28 TROUBLESHOOTING FLOWCHART Heat Pump Running but Not Heating START Is the air being discharged out of the top of the heater 9 12 degrees cooler than the outside air HEATONLY MODELS FS display ed indicates air temperature may be too lowto support the heater s Does the display read FS operation Heater will remain in defrost until air temperature Is the pool pumptimer rises set to allow extended HEAT COOLMODELS FS operation of the heater indicates heateris defrosting HEATONLY MODELS Has theair temperature remained ab

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