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AquaCal AutoPilot
Pool & Spa Heat Pump
Owner’s Manual and Installation Guide
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SERIAL NUMBER
Attention Installer: This manual is purchaser’s property; leave with heat pump owner!
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PN: LTP0048 REV 2
01/07/10
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TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME TO THE TEAM ----------------------------------------------5 HEAT PUMP OPTIONS -------------------------------------------------6 HOW A HEAT PUMP WORKS ------------------------------------------7 SAFETY INFORMATION------------------------------------------------8 QUICK START & STOP-------------------------------------------------10 HEATER CONTROLS ---------------------------------------------------12 Control Panel Layout -----------------------------------------------12
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONTINUED) MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL OPERATION...CONTINUED: Heating Tips--------------------------------------------------------21 - Heating in Cooler Weather--------------------------------------21 Pool/Spa Blankets-----------------------------------------------21 Pool & Spa Combination Heating -------------------------------21 Spa Set-Back Option -------------------------------------------21 Calculating Initial Heating Time-----------------------------------22 Seasonal Use & S
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Welcome to the eam T Dear Owner: ongratulations on your wise decision to make an AquaCal heat pump part of C your home. Since 1981, AquaCal has has been recognized as the worldwide leader in the manufacture of swimming pool & spa heat pumps. Your new heat pump is not only a great investment, but also the most cost efficient method avail- “You can rest assured able for heating pools and spas. For ex- knowing your new heat ample, your heat pump is up to 400% more efficient than gas, and, when com-
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Heat Pump Options ® ThermoLink Heat Exchanger ® The heart of your heat pump is the patented ThermoLink heat exchanger. One of the primary causes 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 susceptible to attack from the sanitizers used in pools and spas and from other related water chemistry conditions. Once the heat exchanger fails, the heat pump is ruined. The ® ThermoLink heat exch
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COOL WATER IN WARMED WATER OUT HOW A HEAT PUMP WORKS THE FOLLOWING EXPLANATION IS PROVIDED TO 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 Zero (the point where all heat is absent) occurs at -459º Fahrenheit, it becomes eviden
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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 the 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 experi- enced
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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 (727) 823-5642. Refrigerant Circuit Service Only by Qualified, EPA Certified Technician Failure to heed the following may result in permanent WARNING ! injury or de
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HEATING- QUICK START & STOP This brief information is provided as an aid to installers, service personnel, and owners. The intent of this section is to provide rapid access to very basic operational information. Individuals who will be routinely using, installing, 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, ind
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HEATING-QUICK START & STOP (continued): 3. To Begin Heating: A. Verify MODE is set to: HEAT (HEA); then, depending on which body of water is to be heated, use the POOL / SPA selector key to select POOL or SPA. B. Position water valves to flow water from the pool or spa, through the heater, and back to the pool or spa. C. Start the water pump; the fan will start, and after 4-minute time delay the unit will begin heating. The selected body of water will be brought to temperature and maintained p
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HEATER CONTROLS Control Panel Layout (APPEARANCE VARIES BY MODEL) Control Buttons, Indicator Lights, & 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 nonfunctional with heat-only models.) o 3) UP ARROW – Increases temperature setting. (Maximum setting is 104 F) o 4) DOWN ARROW – Decreases temperature setting. (Minimum setting is 45 F) 5) HEATING INDICATOR LIGHT – I
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HEATER CONTROLS...continued Operational & Programming Codes THE FOLLOWING CODES WILL BE DISPLAYED AS PART OF THE NORMAL OPERATION OR PROGRAMMING 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 o selector button, or when the temperature set point has been lowered below 45 F. CFI...... Celsius/Fah
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HEATER CONTROLS...continued Start Up & Setting Operating Controls Owner-Level Programming Instructions This section covers features and settings topically accessed first by the installer, and also accessible to the owner/operator. These features reside at the Level-1 access point within the microprocessor. Note: if preferred, all programming may be performed without water flow, waiting to start the water pump as the last step in the set up and run process. 1. Applying Power to The Controller: A.
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HEATER CONTROLS...continued Start Up & Setting Operating Controls Owner-Level Programming Instructions... continued: 3. Turning The Heat Pump Off... continued: B. Method 2: using the DOWN key, press the key until the desired water temperature reaches o 45 F (minimum setting); then, press the DOWN key one more time, causing the display to read “OFF”. 4. Selecting Pool/Spa Thermostat Settings: A. Press the [POOL/SPA] key to toggle between the pool and the spa temperature set points. B. The pool/sp
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HEATER CONTROLS...continued Start Up & Setting Operating Controls Owner-Level Programming Instructions... continued: 8. User Lock Code Option [ULC]...continued: A. Selecting ULC Option: 1) Press either the UP or DOWN ARROW keys; if “LOC” is momentarily displayed followed by “0”, the ULC feature is enabled. If “0” displays proceed to “6)” of this section; otherwise, see number “2,” below. 2) Simultaneously press and hold both the [UP ARROW] and [DOWN ARROW] keys until [CF1] (Celsius / Fahrenheit)
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HEATER CONTROLS...continued Start Up & 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 press and hold the [POOL/SPA] and [UP ARROW] keys until the display shows “
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MAINTENANCE & 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 (727-823-5642). General Maintenance Heat pumps should be inspected and maintained on an ann
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MAINTENANCE & OPERATION (continued) Maintain Proper Water Flow • It is important to operate and maintain the filter according to the manufacturer's specifications. As a filter gets dirty, the water flow to the heat pump is reduced. The higher the pressure on the filter gauge, the lower the flow rate. • Similar to a dirty filter, large amounts of debris in the pump and skimmer baskets can reduce water flow. Keep baskets free of debris. • Check for improper valve settings. A partially closed
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MAINTENANCE & OPERATION (continued) Control Irrigation and Storm Run Off • Control Irrigation: Irrigation 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
