Instruction Manual - Aqua-Quip
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1. for you Ideal range for your Saltmate is 5000 ppm 6000 ppm Never below 4000 ppm Have you cleaned your cell as per the manufacturer s instructions Have you read and understood the Saltmate operating manual Is your Saltmate correctly installed as per the directions in the operating manual Do you have a copy of the receipt from either the pool builder or retailer where you purchased the Saltmate Pro rata warranty pricing is based on the recommended retail price at time of claim REGISTER YOUR SALTMATE PRODUCT ONLINE AT ON saltmate com au register or contact Head Office see page 11 for contact details Warranty Your Saltmate is manufactured to the highest standards employing the latest technologies and carries the following warranty should a fault occur due to faulty manufacture or materials IMPORTANT Two year conditional manufacturer s warranty which covers faulty manufacture or material This warranty covers DOMESTIC USE ONLY Warranty does not cover 24hr and commercial installations such as public pools hotels schools health clubs hospitals etc Warranty for this type of use is 12 months only Should a fault covered by warranty occur the purchaser must in the first instance contact the supplier of the Saltmate product a Service Agent or Saltmate direct Saltmate warrant the original purchaser of the Saltmate Power Pack for a period of 24 months from the DATE OF PURCHASE This warranty only appl2. fortnight during summer SETTING THE TIMER Select the operating hours by pressing the actuators inwards towards the centre on the timer in order for the timer to run for the corresponding time The timer in the picture to the right is set to run from 12 noon 8pm red section Set the time of day by turning the center of the dial clockwise until the correct current time is set against the marker the timer in the picture to the right is set at 9am Note 24 hour timeclock Actual timer may vary Operating Your Saltmate LOOKING AFTER YOUR SALTMATE POWER PACK Do not carry out any maintenance or repair work other than that shown in this operating manual or advised by Saltmate and only use parts recommended by Saltmate If you do not it could invalidate your warranty e Donot store pool chemicals in a confined space with your Saltmate The fumes can breach cooling vents and damage vital components e Small insects can also enter cooling vents causing damage to vital components To avoid this happening routinely spray insect repellent to the surfaces around the power pack NO WATER FLOW Saltmate cells contain a sensor that checks for proper water flow and for safety purposes if adequate water flow is not sensed your Saltmate will cease to produce chlorine until the problem is resolved If this situation occurs the chlorine output indicator will drop to zero while RP models also have a no flow indicator light which wil
3. Saltmate Operating Manual RP and SMT Models lt CHEB Contents THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING TO BUY A SALTMATE PRODUCT We are certain you will enjoy the hassle free pool maintenance it will provide you with hopefully giving you and your family more time to enjoy your pool To ensure that you get the best results from your Saltmate chlorinator please take the time to read through this operating manual Your Saltmate is backed with comprehensive warranty as detailed on page 10 retain this manual in a safe place along with your proof of purchase YOUR KIT CONTAINS 1x Power Pack 1x Wall Bracket 1x Salt Cell amp Housing Complete 1x Operating Manual Page Know your Saltmate 2 Installation instructions 3 Chemical maintenance 4 Operating your Saltmate 5 Troubleshooting 8 Warranty 9 Saltmate contact details 11 Know Your Saltmate DELUXE AUTO CLEAN CHLORINATOR Includes RP20 amp RP30 Cell switch On Off Chlorine output Circuit breaker _ control Chlorine output salt indicator 24hr Timer No water flow indicator Pump switch Auto Off Manual Cell lead junction box 240v power socket connect corresponding colours for filter pump only DELUXE SALTWATER CHLORINATOR Includes SMT50 SMT90 SMT120 SMT150 amp SMT200 Coll switch Circuit breaker On Off 24hr Timer Chlorine output salt indicator Pump switch Auto Off Manual Cell lead junction box Chlorine outpu
4. age occurs from the cell housing To safely remove cell build up we recommend the use of Saltmate Salt Cell Cleaner To maximise cell life and efficiency in both standard and self cleaning chlorinators we recommend the use of Saltmate Salt Cell Protector Troubleshooting Listed below are several indications that the chlorinator is not operating efficiently and the checks required to correct the problem TO TEST CHLORINE PRODUCTION 1 Whilst the pump is running and the chlorinator is turned on using your pools test kit take a water sample as close as possible to the water return nozzle The sample should be taken by placing your thumb over the sample tube placing the sample tube in the return stream and removing your thumb to ensure that you are testing water coming from the chlorinator Test chlorine reading a 2 Take another sample as far as possible from the pool return and test chlorine reading b 3 Compare the readings obtained in a amp b The reading from a should be much greater than that of b 4 Adjust the chlorine output control or operating time to ensure free chlorine levels are maintained at a 1 5 to 3 0 ppm Super chlorination may be required if free chlorine level has become too low THE CHLORINE INDICATOR DOES NOT READ UP WHEN THE CELL IS ON AND THE PUMP IS RUNNING e Is the filter clean Backwash or clean filter e Are the baskets clean Empty all baskets e Is the skimmer b
5. aning cell see below only use cell cleaner obtainable from your local pool shop Never use hydrochloric acid or any instrument like a screwdriver to scrape contamination off the cell CLEANING THE CELL Your Saltmate cell operates only efficiently when it is clean To check your cell for cleanliness disconnect the mains power supply unscrew the nut at the top of the cell housing and remove the cell electrode A dirty electrode will have visible deposits of calcium and other matter built up RP models under normal conditions automatically reverse their polarity to clean deposits off the cell though other factors like high calcium hardness levels in your water could result in the occasional need for a manual clean SMT models should initially be inspected on a weekly basis to see the rate of calcium build up this will determine the cleaning cycle necessary for your pool generally monthly To clean your cell after removing it from the housing immerse in cell cleaner liquid obtainable from your local pool shop for five to 10 minutes until the cell appears clean Agitating the cell while immersed will speed up the process the less time the cell is spent in the liquid the better Rinse with fresh cold water before reassembling the cell into the housing When regularly cleaning the cell it is essential to use on the fastening ring nut and the cell o ring a silicone based lubricant each time the cell is cleaned This ensures that no leak
6. be achieved check pool water for low salt level If using a SMT model and the chlorine output indicator reaches the red overload area due to a high salt level turn the output control down so the indicator is set in the green zone Set your daily operating time as per instructions below and set the chlorine output indicator at 80 100 Test the free chlorine level in the pool water after 24 48 hours adjusting the chlorine output to the desired level depending on your pools requirement It is recommended your Saltmate should be set to generate a free chlorine level of 1ppm to 3ppm DAILY OPERATING TIME The required chlorinator operating time varies throughout the year Long periods of hot weather require longer chlorinator operation time because the higher water temperature and increased sunlight break the chlorine produced by your Saltmate down more quickly To be sure that your Saltmate is being run for long enough check your pool chlorine level regularly If the chlorine reading is low turn the chlorine output dial up clockwise and or run the chlorinator and pool pump for longer If the chlorine reading is high turn the chlorine output dial down anticlockwise or reduce the chlorinator and pool pump operating time It is recommended that your Saltmate is run for a few hours in the evening and a few hours in the morning Super chlorination can be achieved by running your Saltmate overnight This practice is recommended about once per
7. ies to failure caused by faulty manufacture or materials Saltmate also warrants the original purchaser of the Saltmate electrolytic cell against faults caused through manufacture or materials for a period of 24 months from the DATE OF PURCHASE Saltmate also warrant the electrolytic cell for a further 36 months to be repaired or replaced at a monthly pro rata price from the DATE OF PURCHASE at the Recommended Retail Price The warranty is void if the following are deemed to apply or have not been adhered to 1 The cell not being cleaned regularly Refer to page 6 of this manual This does not apply to the self cleaning model 2 Acell blocked or damaged with calcium causes the cell to fail prematurely and is not covered by this warranty This does not apply to the self cleaning model 3 Damage to the electrolytic cell resulting from a Matters beyond manufacturer s control b The cell or power pack are installed incorrectly by any person other than a person authorised to do so by the manufacturer or its agents 4 The power pack must not be connected to a power supply other than 240 volt 50 Hz Never plug more than one pool pump into your Saltmate Water above the temperature of 45 degrees Celsius must not flow through the cell Water must flow freely through the cell when turned on The chlorinator must not be serviced by any other person other than the person authorised by Saltmate The cell must never be cleaned other than w
8. ith a recommended cell cleaner Never use concentrated acid Running the chlorinator in less than 4000ppm salt in your pool will destroy the anode coating voiding warranty 10 Damage during freight 11 Noncompliance with installation instructions 12 Damage by foreign objects ie insects 13 Damage caused by chemicals being stored directly under or near the powerpack 14 Acts of God ie storms lightning strikes floods etc 15 Warranty does not cover unauthorised alterations modifications or work carried out by unauthorised technicians 16 The manufacturer reserves the right to refuse a warranty claim if in its opinion the claim cannot be justified If the repair is to be carried out outside the manufacturer or its authorised service agents a service fee is applicable It is the customer s responsibility for the cost of freight both ways in all other circumstances This service fee cost is available on request from the manufacturer or its agents 17 No warranty is applicable without proof of purchase 18 This warranty is applicable to workmanship and materials only The manufacturer will replace at no charge all parts returned freight paid which display faulty workmanship or materials The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for loss damage or injuries to person or property arising from warranty failure of equipment or installation of that equipment Except with the authority of the manufacturer any replacement shall be provided on
9. l light up if proper water flow is not detected and turn off once the problem has been resolved SETTINGS FOR POOL OPERATIONS The following is a guide to setting your Saltmate to perform various pool operations OPERATION 240V SUPPLY CELL SWITCH PUMP SWITCH Run pump amp chlorinator via timer Oo oN o AUTO Run pump amp chlorinator manually Oo oN o MAN Clean cell or cartridge filter OFF When turning cell switch to the off position for backwashing cleaning cartridge or cleaning cell REMEMBER to turn cell back to the on position when resuming normal filtration operation Similarly if you have turned any valves to the closed position to clean the cell or the cartridge filter remember to turn them back to the open position before resuming water flow Operating Your Saltmate LOOKING AFTER YOUR SALTMATE ELECTROLYTIC CELL Your cell is a delicate piece of equipment and needs to be maintained correctly There are several key points that need to be followed to avoid premature failure of your cell e Ensure your pool water is correctly chemically balanced with a pH of 7 2 7 6 a total alkalinity level of 80 120ppm and a calcium hardness level of 100 250ppm e Never operate with salt levels below 4000ppm paying particular attention after high rainfall periods and remember not to neglect routine testing through the winter e Do not add salt through skimmer box only add directly in to pool water e When cle
10. ly by the manufacturer or its authorised distributors and this warranty shall not extend to any expenditure otherwise incurred WOOMONA WM Manufactured by ABN 77 115 408 010 HEAD OFFICE Lakeside Industrial Village 3 Mount Erin Rd Campbelltown NSW 2560 Australia T 02 4625 3107 F 02 4627 3194 E support saltmate com au W www saltmate com au x AUSTRALIAN MADE
11. nnected to the junction box under the power pack Connect blue to blue brown to brown and black to black Be sure to replace the junction box cover ELECTROLYTIC SALT CELL Size and type vary by model Chemical Maintenance INITIAL PREPERATION Ensure minimum salt level 4000ppm If the pool is new to saltwater acquire ideal salt level of 5000ppm by adding 50kg per 10 000 litres a standard 50 000 litre pool would require 250 kg salt at start up If salt level needs to be risen after adding required salt super chlorinate pool with liquid chlorine or sodium dichlor raise chlorine level to 3 4ppm Turn the chlorinator cell to off and turn pump switch to man to start filtration system for a minimum period of 24 hours After the 24 hour period or if the salt is at the required level turn the cell switch to on and the pump switch to manual or auto RECOMMENDED LEVELS TO ENSURE OPTIMAL OPERATION Pool chemistry should be tested at least once a week during summer months Salt Level 4000ppm 6000ppm by weight with 5000ppm being ideal never below 4000ppm All Saltmate models are over salt protected and can run with levels higher than 6000ppm ie sea water Free Chlorine 1 5ppm 3 0ppm depending on the time of day and period of time since the chlorinator has been running Adjust by altering the chlorine output level or the operating hours If levels have become too low manual super chlorination may be re
12. ox clear Clear skimmer box e Is the salt level correct Test salt level e Is the pool water level correct Top up pool to a minimum of 2 3rds of skimmer e Is the power on Check all plugs are in Check power supply e Is the circuit breaker set Push back in if popped out e Is the pump plugged into the bottom of your Saltmate Plug pump into power pack e isthe cell clean Clean cell THE FREE CHLORINE RESIDUAL IN POOL IS LOW e Is the pool chemistry correct Test all levels especially salt pH amp phosphates e Is chlorine output indicator set to 100 Turn output control to reach 100 e Is the chlorinator being run long enough each day Increase daily operating time e Is stabiliser being used Test and add stabiliser to pool water e Is the cell clean Clean cell e Is the chlorinator producing chlorine Test for chlorine production Warranty IN THE EVENT OF PRODUCT FAILURE PLEASE CONTACT SALTMATE OR ITS AGENTS FOR SERVICE DETAILS WARRANTY CHECKLIST BEFORE you contact Saltmate for a warranty claim please ensure you consider the following points 1 Have you filled out your warranty registration at saltmate com au register 2 Do you know what the warranty covers NOUA The Power Pack 2 year conditional warranty The Electrolytic Cell 2 year conditional warranty plus 36 month pro rata at RRP Have you correctly tested your pool water for salt level Your nearest pool shop should be able to do this test
13. quired pH and Total Alkalinity A pH of 7 2 to 7 6 and a total alkalinity of 80ppm 120ppm unless advised otherwise by your pool professional Fibreglass pool suppliers usually recommend a pH of 6 9 to 7 2 To lower the pH and total alkalinity add hydrochloric acid to raise the pH and total alkalinity add sodium bicarbonate These levels may not be achievable with some water supplies Stabiliser 40 80ppm pool stabiliser also called cyanuric acid helps the chlorine produced to last longer Without it in your water your chlorinator will need to run longer than it otherwise would Hardness 100 to 250 ppm Levels higher than the recommended level will result in a less efficient cell in regards to its chlorine production a more frequent need for cleaning and a chance the cell will fail prematurely To minimise chances of high hardness levels minimise or avoid the use of chemicals containing calcium especially Calcium Hardness and calcium based granular chlorine Operating Your Saltmate STARTING UP Once correctly installed and ensuring the minimum level of salt has been achieved switch the chlorinator on at the main power supply Position the pump switch to man and once the pump has fully primed position the cell switch to on The chlorine output indicator on your Saltmate can be used to check the pool salt level Turn the chlorine output control clockwise to the achieve the maximum setting 100 If this cannot
14. t 240v power socket connect corresponding colours control for filter pump only Installation Instructions The Power Pack Your Saltmate is weather protected to an IP34 rating The power pack should be mounted to the bracket 1 to 1 5 metres above ground level and located so that the cell power lead can reach the junction box Your Saltmate should be installed in a well ventilated position ensuring that pool chemicals esp acid are not stored in the direct vicinity as the fumes may damage vital components Plug the 3 pin power plug of your Saltmate into a suitable 240 volt A C power supply Plug the 3 pin power plug of your filter pump into the 240 volt A C power point on the underside of your Saltmate power pack Please ensure that only the one filter pump is plugged into the socket at the base of the power pack The Electrolytic Cell Your Saltmate cell must be plumbed last in the pool pipework after all other pool equipment just before the return to the pool ensuring the cell can be removed For maximum efficiency your cell should be installed with the water entering the cell housing at the end closest to the cell lead see image below Ensure that the cell is positioned horizontally so that the gas bubbles formed by the cell will be trapped in the cell housing when the pump is turned off If you are in any doubt about the gas trap requirements please contact Saltmate head office or your Saltmate supplier The cell lead must be co
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