SP500 Spa Pool Controllers User Guide
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1. In addition to the temperature setting the user can select the preferred heating mode The two available heating modes are 1 Demand Heating displayed as Ht d This is the default setting in which the pump amp heater will come on automatically whenever the temperature drops slightly below the set point 2 Filtration Only Heating displayed as Ht F In this mode the pump amp heater will come on automatically no more than once per hour to filter amp heat the water This mode is provided as an option for those who prefer to limit the natural cycling of the system To select the heating mode first press the Pump amp Down buttons simultaneously to display the current heating mode then press amp hold the Up or Down buttons to change modes Press Up or Down Press both buttons buttons to toggle simultaneously between heating an Om ee SRA POWER SOO modes SRA POWER SOO SPA WATER TREATMENT Recommended Chemical Values Chlorine 1 5 3 0 PPM Parts Per Million isl PE EEPE E EE TT 74 7 6 Total alkalinity 100 120 PPM It is important to maintain your spa water chemistry to the above values to ensure a healthy experience both for you as bathers amp for your spa pool equipment PH This is a measure of how acid or alkaline the spa water is below 7 0 is acid above 7 0 is alkaline Low pH will cause corrosion of any metalwork in the water element thermostat pockets High pH will cause scale2. formation amp cloudy water Total Alkalinity This is a measure of how resistant your spa water is to change of pH A low TA 0 80 ppm will allow the pH to fluctuate rapidly normally to the acid end amp will make it very hard to correct the pH back to the ideal range Chlorine Levels of sanitiser are important to prevent the build up of bacteria amp algae in the pool water Chlorine is not the only sanitiser available to do this Other sanitisers are Bromine amp Ozone Damage to the element thermostat pockets amp associated metalwork due to the poor maintenance of water chemistry is not covered by warranty SELF DIAGNOSTIC ERROR CODES The Spa Power 500A Mk2 controller has extensive self diagnostic capabilities In the event of a problem it will indicate an error number according to the nature of the problem The error numbers amp their meanings are listed below Note When in an error state the alarm can be muted by pushing the AIR AUX button Error 1 H20 Prime Failed This is not necessarily a problem with the SP500A Mkz2 itself but indicates that no water is being detected in the heaters housing Prime failed is a special case in that it can be recovered from by pushing a button A push of the pump button will run the pump for 10 seconds to try to get water to the heater If successful normal operation will resume If unsuccessful Error 1 H20 will be indicated on the display again With any Error 3 5 7 8 spa o
3. ER 500A Mk2 control system This controller makes use of the latest technology including innovative optical amp digital sensor designs The user friendly touchpad amp reliable components provide you with the best value controller in its class TEMPERATURE CONTROL The SpaPOWER 500A Mk2 automatically controls the pump amp heater to filter the water amp maintain it at the desired temperature as set by the user see below The user can leave the system to look after the spa amp know it will be at the correct temperature whenever he or she wants to use it Adjusting Set Temperature The SpaPOWER 500A Mkz2 gives the user direct control of the pool temperature from the poolside control panel Holding down the Up or Down button will adjust the temperature set point as shown on the digital readout There is a slight delay before the buttons operate to reduce the risk of accidental adjustment The pool temperature will be maintained very close to the set temperature A UP Increase the set temperature by 0 5 C per beep Max 41 5 C v DOWN Decrease the set temperature by 0 5 C per beep Min 10 C Default Display Temperature Set Point 3710 Sensed Temperature The sensed temperature in the heater can be Press both buttons checked if necessary by pressing the Up amp Down simultaneously buttons simultaneously The display flashes while showing the sensed temperature HEATER SRA POWER SOO Heating Mode Selection
4. SPIP OMER SP500 Spa Pool Controllers User Guide A A WARNING Before using ensure that the spa pool has been connected to a suitable weather protected outlet socket equipped with a double pole isolating switch which is of the correct rating and complies with the local wiring regulations When installing refer to your local wiring code In particular refer to ECP2 amp ECP25 AS NZ and EN60364 4 1 amp EN60364 7 1 EU The system must be installed in such a way that live parts are not accessible by a person in the pool If a supply cord is not fitted the system must be permanently connected to fixed wiring through a 30mA or less RCD It is recommended that the steel reinforcing in any concrete base on which the pool is sitting be equipotential bonded to the earth conductor in the supply to the spa This is to protect against the possibility of low voltage shocks caused by differential earth voltages Refer to AS NZS3000 2000 Sections 5 8 amp 7 2 or EN 60364 WARNING This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance WARNING This product must be covered by an enclosure to prevent water ingress If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by Davey a Davey service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on choosing the latest SoaPOW
5. e call service for assistance Error 7 Stuck Relay This error indicates a problem with the heater control circuitry inside the unit Contact your spa pool supplier Error 8 No Temperature Data This error indicates a problem with the digital temperature sensor in the heater or pool wall or that both the in heater amp in pool sensors are connected Check that only one sensor is connected amp that it has not become disconnected or damaged Try to reset the spa If there is still a problem then contact your spa pool supplier PUMP OPERATION The default state is Auto Mode in which the pump amp heater are controlled automatically to filter the water amp maintain the desired water temperature The Pump Button allows the user to control the water pump manually as desired when using the pool Pump Push 1 Pump ON Heater automatic Push 2 Pump OFF Heater OFF Push 3 Auto Mode Pump amp Heater automatic Note If the user does not set the system back into Auto mode the system reverts to Auto Mode by itself 90 minutes after the last push of the Pump Button Indicator Lights AUTO Flashing No Water HEATER Flashing Error POWER Pump Button Auto Light The YELLOW or BLUE Auto indicator light will appear on the touch pad whenever the system is in full automatic control mode In this mode the system automatically activates the pump amp heater to filter the water amp maintain the set water temperat
6. irect or special loss damage or injury of any kind whatsoever arising directly or indirectly from Davey products This limitation does not apply to any liability of Davey for failure to comply with a consumer guarantee applicable to your Davey product under the Australian or New Zealand legislation and does not affect any rights or remedies that may be available to you under the Australian or New Zealand Consumer Legislation In Australia you are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure Should your Davey product require repair or service after the guarantee period contact your nearest Davey Dealer or phone the Davey Customer Service Centre on the number listed below For a complete list of Davey Dealers visit our website davey com au or call et Rainbow Pool Products Re PO Box 2388 Mansfield Qld 4122 ey Telephone STD 61 7 3849 5385 2 POOL PRODUCTS Facsimile STD 61 7 3849 5384 Email info rainbowpoolproducts com au Quality Pool amp Spa Produts Web www rainbowpoolproducts com au Installation and operating instructions are included with the product when purchased new They may also be found on our website
7. peration will stop amp not continue until the controller is reset The controller can only be reset by pushing the UP JDOWN amp PUMP buttons simultaneously The controller will remain in an error condition even when reset at mains power controller will only continue normal operation after the UP DOWN amp PUMP buttons are pushed seca simultaneously see below Up Button Down Button ump Button Error 3 Stuck Button This error indicates that one of the buttons in the touchpad is stuck or has been held down for more than one minute This may be caused by the pool cover pressing on the touchpad or by water getting into the touchpad or by damage to the touchpad or its cable Try to reset the spa If there is still a problem then contact your spa pool supplier Error 4 No Water Sensor This error indicates a problem with the optical water sensor in the heater The problem may be caused by the sensor being disconnected or by damage to the sensor Try to reset the spa If there is still a problem then contact your spa pool supplier Error 5 Overtemperature This error indicates that the digital temperature sensor in the heater or pool has detected a temperature of 45 C or more This may not be a problem with the SP500A Mkz2 it may be caused by excessive pump use in hot weather or pump failure Turn off the spa amp allow time for the water to cool If there is still a problem contact your spa pool supplier Error 6 Pleas
8. s with your Davey product we suggest in the first instance that you contact the Davey Dealer from which you purchased the Davey product Alternatively you can phone our Customer Service line on 1300 367 866 in Australia or 0800 654 333 in New Zealand or send a written letter to Davey at the address listed below On receipt of your claim Davey will seek to resolve your difficulties or if the product is faulty or defective advise you on how to have your Davey product repaired obtain a replacement or a refund Your Davey Two Year Guarantee naturally does not cover normal wear or tear replacement of product consumables i e mechanical seals bearings or capacitors loss or damage resulting from misuse or negligent handling improper use for which the product was not designed or advertised failure to properly follow the provided installation and operating instructions failure to carry out maintenance corrosive or abrasive water or other liquid lightning or high voltage spikes or unauthorized persons attempting repairs Where applicable your Davey product must only be connected to the voltage shown on the nameplate Your Davey Two Year Guarantee does not cover freight or any other costs incurred in making a claim Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase you MUST provide evidence of the date of original purchase when claiming under the Davey Two Year Guarantee Davey shall not be liable for any loss of profits or any consequential ind
9. ur 4 hours per day Holding down the Up Button A or Down Button v will adjust the filtration time setting between 0 amp 15 minutes per hour 0 to 6 hrs per day Clean Up Cycle If desired a clean up cycle can be initiated to filter the water after the spa pool has been used This is done by simply pushing the Pump Button to leave Auto Mode amp switch on the pump This will circulate the water through the filter for 90 minutes After 90 minutes the system will return to Auto Mode amp maintain the temperature ready for the next time the spa pool is used AUXILIARY AIR BUTTON The Air button controls an auxiliary air blower or water pump It is used to turn the blower on amp off Two pushes of the air button cycles the blower as follows Air Blower or Auxiliary Pump Push 1 Blower ON Push 2 Blower OFF POWER Note If left on this accessory will automatically switch off after 20 minutes If the heater element is on switching on this accessory may cause the heater to loadshed amp switch off This is to keep the total power load to a safe level Davey Repair or Replacement Guarantee In the unlikely event in Australia or New Zealand that this Davey product develops any malfunction within two years of the date of original purchase due to faulty materials or manufacture Davey will at our option repair or replace it for you free of charge subject to the conditions below Should you experience any difficultie
10. ure If this light is flashing the water sensor is not detecting any water Pump Light The GREEN Pump indicator light will appear on the touchpad whenever the pump is running in both auto amp manual use mode Heater Light The RED Heater indicator light will appear on the touchpad whenever the heater element is on For safety the heater is always automatically controlled Usually switching on the air blower accessory will cause the heater to switch off loadshedding This is in order to keep the total power load to a safe level If this light is flashing the system has an error see back page AUTO SANITISING FILTRATION The Spa Power 500A Mk2 automatically maintains the filtration sanitation of the spa pool water The minimum amount of filtration time is programmable by the user amp can be adjusted between 0 amp 15 minutes per hour 0 to 6 hours per day In order to maintain correct filtration of the pool water the SP500A Mk2 monitors the time for which the pump runs in normal pool operation If the pump has only run for a short time the system will automatically run the pump for an additional period every hour to reach the minimum filtration time set by the user Adjusting Minimum Filtration Time First push the Down v amp Air Aux buttons together to display the filtration time setting on the digital readout Press both buttons simultaneously e GRA POWER 600 The default setting is 10 minutes per ho
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