Pentair LX-100EZ User's Manual
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3. FILTER PUMP and POOL CLEANER Time Clocks Check with your Pool Builder or Service Company as to the amount of time required to provide efficient filtration and cleaning of your pool To set the correct time of day rotate the Dial s in a clockwise direction until the hours and minutes line up with the white arrow at eight o clock position on clock face Pay particular attention to the AM and PM sections of the Dial s To program the daily filtration or cleaning cycle s depress the desired number of sections around the perimeter of the Dial s by pushing towards the center For each section depressed the equipment will operate for 15 minutes NOTE A built in protection circuit automatically activates the filter pump whenever the pool cleaner is running even if the FILTER PUMP Time Clock is not programmed on This safeguards against possible damage to the pool cleaner pump when there is no water circulation Rev F 3 26 04 23 P N 520050 SPA Service Switch For normal system operation keep this Switch in the AUTO position The FILL and DRAIN positions are used when cleaning the spa FILTER Service Switch For normal system operation keep this Switch in the AUTO position The OFF and ON positions allow your Pool Serviceperson to override the FILTER PUMP Time Clock without altering the program A CAUTION If your system incorporates a POOL CLEANER Time Clock pump damage will occur
4. 100 7 EASYTOUCH POOL SPA CONTROL SYSTEM INSTALLATION AND OWNERS MANUAL IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Important Notice Attention Installer This manual contains important information about the installation operation and safe use of this product This information should be given to the owner operator of this equipment Pentair Pool Products 1620 Hawkins Ave Sanford NC 27330 919 774 4151 Pentair o 10951 West Los Angeles Ave Moorpark 93021 805 523 2400 Pool Products Because reliability matters most Rev F 3 26 04 1 P N 520050 INSTALLATION MANUAL IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS penne ae ewes 5 SYSTEM INCLUDE 5 EQUIPMENT LOCATION 5 RECOMMENDED HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC 6 PEUMBING REQUIREMENTS eset endl oes sim teu cee taal 7 LX 100 RE POWER LOAD CENT ER 8 HIGH VOLTAGE WTR ING os 8 E 8 SYSTEM POWER 8 EQUIPMENT ROWER
5. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS ACAUTION All wiring must be performed by a qualified electrician Basic safety precautions and local codes should always be followed when installing and using this electrical equipment To reduce the risk of injury do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times A CAUTION The Hand held Remote is not waterproof If it accidentally gets submerged disassemble by removing screw Remove battery and let unit dry out Reassemble SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SYSTEM INCLUDES 520018 Hand held Remote 1 qty 520051 LX 100EZTL RF Load Center with antenna and o ring 263045 CVA 24T Valve Actuators 2 qty 520018 Hand held Remote 1 qty EQUIPMENT LOCATION With the exception of the optional Spa side Remote Control which is ETL listed for installation right at the tile line of the spa all equipment must be located five feet or more from the water s edge 1 LX 100 RF Power Load Center at the equipment site 2 Valve Actuators at valves to be motorized Rev F 3 26 04 5 P N 520050 RECOMMENDED HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC Refer for PLUMBING REQUIREMENTS on page 7 YALVSH YANVATO NOILONS Lar Lar VdS YJ1N39 001 1 83110415002 001 99 3 2
6. Rev F 3 26 04 27 P N 520050 MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE SPA For cleaning or maintenance purposes it is possible to use the Control System to automatically empty your spa and then to refill with clean water from the Pool At the Power Center 1 Setthe SPA Service Switch to DRAIN position 2 Set the FILTER Service Switch to the ON position The Spa will begin to drain into the Pool 3 Before the Spahas completely drained set the FILTER Service Switch to the OFF position Do not drain the Spacompletely or prime will be lost 4 When cleaning or spa maintenance is complete set the SPA Service Switch to the FILL position and the FILTER Service Switch to the ON position The Spa will begin to fill with clean water from the Pool 5 When the water level in the Spa has returned to normal return the SPA Service Switch and the FILTER Service Switch to the AUTO position ACAUTION Do not leave the equipment unattended when draining or filling the Spa WINTERIZING THE SYSTEM During the winter season it is possible to partially drain your Swimming Pool and disable the pool equipment but still be able to use your Spa Consult a qualified Service Company to drain the Pool and protect the plumbing from freeze damage The following procedure will disable the pool equipment 1 With the Hand held Remote press Push button SPA ON to turn the Spa on 2 Atthe motorized valves flip toggle switch
7. 100 RF Power Load Center verify that the FILTER PUMP Time Clock is operating To set the time of day rotate the dial in a clockwise direction until the hours and minutes line up with the white arrow at eight o clock position on clock face To program daily operating cycle s depress the desired number of sections around the perimeter of the dial by pushing towards the center For each section depressed the filter pump will operate for 15 minutes If the system has a POOL CLEANER Time Clock verify that it is operating and check that it also activates the filter pump when the FILTER PUMP Time Clock is not programmed on At the LX 100 RF Power Load Center slide the SPA Service Switch to FILL DRAIN and back to AUTO position and verify that the Valve Actuators are rotating accordingly If one of the Valve Actuators is 180 degrees out of phase flip toggle switch on rear of Actuator between ON1 and ON2 position At the LX 100 RF Power Load Center verify that the filter pump is being activated from the ON and OFF positions of the FILTER Service Switch Verify that the auxiliary equipment is being activated from the ON and OFF positions of the AUX1 AUX2 and AUX3 Service Switches Slide FILTER Service Switch to the ON position and the HEATER Service Switch to the SPA amp POOL position and verify that the heater has fired If the heater doesn t fire check the controls insi
8. Remote is not waterproof If it accidentally gets submerged disassemble by removing screw Remove battery and let unit dry out Reassemble The Hand held Remote will control four circuits Push button SPA activates the Spa circuit Push button A activates Auxiliary 1 circuit Push button B activates Auxiliary 2 circuit Push button C activates Auxiliary 3 circuit Each of the four functions on the hand held remote has an ON and an OFF button IMPORTANT When using the Hand held Remote it is necessary to hold the button down for a full one second to insure that transmission takes place It is possible to incorporate a 30 minute or 90 minute countdown cycle for the Spa and or Auxiliary 1 circuit useful if Aux is used for a jet pump or air blower In this instance whenever those circuits are turned on they will automatically shut down at the end of the countdown cycle without having to push the OFF button In order to incorporate the countdown feature it is necessary to make adjustments to the circuit board located inside the Receiver unit See the Installation instructions P N 520050 22 Rev F 3 26 04 LX 100 RF POWER LOAD CENTER Located in close proximity to your pool equipment the LX 100 RF Power Load Center houses mechanical time clocks for your filter pump and pool cleaner if applicable and manual switches for your Pool Serviceperson DEED POE TET MAT
9. a an 18 SYSTEM START UP a E eE 19 20 520050 2 3 26 04 OWNER S MANUAL IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 8 7 21 TNE RO DUCTION leased 22 22 HEATER PROTECTION 6 22 22 HAND APPP R M O TE der 22 LX 100 23 FILTER PUMP POOL CLEANER Time Clocks 22 23 SPASS OT VICES 24 BIER Servico S Wite herien 24 AUX2 AUX3 Service 5 24 24 PUMP DELAY Status nnet an an aa Ea oE ES nao an 24 POWER Status Lightining a Ea aa 24 MOTORT 25 26 SPA SIDE REMOTE CONTROD
10. between the Receiver and Hand held Remote can be customized to prevent interference to or from other RF systems To accomplish this there is a 10 position configuration switch located on the Receiver circuit board and inside the Hand held Remote Units are shipped from the factory with all switches in the position If you wish to change this setting use the end of a paper clip or other blunt instrument and adjust configuration switches to match If the configuration switch setting at the Receiver does not match that of the Hand held Remote the communication link will not function Labels have been provided marked with the most commonly used functions These labels may be affixed to the side of the Hand held Remote to assist with button identification l 4 T 000 1 207 28 7 XNIT 12345678910 0168 967 1 Transmitter COMMUNICATION LINK ADJUSTMENT NOTE All Program Switches are Factory set to ON Matching Code Example Remote switches 2 4 6 ON Receiver switched 2 4 6 ON Rev F 3 26 04 11 P N 520050 VALVE ACTUATORS Remove knob handle and four screws from cap of valve s to be motorized and use the four mounting screws provided to mount Va
11. equipment have built in thermal protection At the LX 100 RF Power Load Center remove the service panel at right to expose the high voltage compartment and knock out the appropriate holes at bottom of enclosure to facilitate conduit mounting Screw terminals are provided for high voltage connections SYSTEM POWER Provide a separate circuit breaker to power the system Either 115 or 230 VAC can be used 115V is preferable System draws less than 1 Amp The breaker will open all ungrounded supply conductors to comply with section 422 20 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 1987 Run appropriate wires from circuit breaker to high voltage compartment of LX 100 RF Power Load Center and connect to top terminal block in accordance with wiring label which is marked SYSTEM POWER Install two jumper wires for 115V or one jumper for 230V according to wiring label EQUIPMENT POWER Provide independent circuit breakers for R1 FLTR R2 AUX1 R3 AUX2 and R4 AUX3 Run appropriate wires from breakers to high voltage compartment of LX 100 RF Power Load Center and connect to LINE1 and LINE2 screw terminals at each terminal block Connect pumps and other high voltage equipment to LOAD1 and LOAD terminals Each individual terminal block can be wired for either 115V or 230VAC Note For 115V equipment only half of the terminal block will be used i e LINE1 and LOAD P N 520050 8 Rev F 3 26 04 LOW VOLTAGE CABLES
12. if the pool cleaner is activated while the FILTER Service Switch is in the OFF position AUX1 AUX2 and AUX3 Service Switches For normal system operation keep these Switches in the AUTO position The OFF and ON positions override the Remote Controls and provide convenient manual control at the equipment site HEATER Switch The SPA ONLY position will enable heating only when the spa is being circulated The OFF position will disable the heater The SPA amp POOL position will enable heating whenever the spa or pool is being circulated For Dual Thermostat Heaters At the heater set pool and spa thermostats to desired temperatures Verify at the heater that the 3 position ON OFF switch was set to OFF during installation For Single Thermostat Heaters To heat the spa only set the spa temperature at the heater and set the LX 100 RF Power Load Center Heater switch to SPA ONLY If pool heating is desired it is necessary to turn the heater thermostat down to pool temperature and set the LX 100 RF Power Load Center Heater switch to SPA amp POOL Verify at the heater that the ON OFF switch was set to ON during installation PUMP DELAY Status Light A built in electronic delay circuit will automatically run the filter pump for an additional 4 minutes whenever the spa is turned off This enables the heater to cool down so that the heat exchanger and plumbing are not d
13. on rear of Valve Actuators to the OFF position 3 With the Hand held Remote press Push button SPA OFF to turn the Spa off 4 Atthe LX 100 RF Power Load Center set the FILTER Service Switch to the OFF position to disable the Time Clock or if daily Spa filtration is required leave the FILTER Service Switch in the AUTO position and program the FILTER PUMP Time Clock accordingly If your Control System incorporates a Recirculating Freeze Sensor it may not be necessary to winterize the pool It is however recommended that all Freeze Sensors be tested by an authorized Serviceperson before the onset of the winter season Testing can be accomplished by placing the Sensor in a glass of ice water and turning the FILTER Service Switch to the OFF position Ifthe Sensor is functioning correctly the filter pump should turn on within ten minutes This test should also be conducted on any Auxiliary Freeze Sensors which may have been added for the jet pump or auxiliary equipment HAND HELD REMOTE BATTERY REPLACEMENT With normal use the battery should last for several years In the event the battery must be replaced slide the battery cover from the bottom of the Hand held Remote Slide battery from retainer clip and discard in accordance with local and or state ordinances Replace with 3V lithium battery number CR2032 or equivalent Slide battery cover onto remote and snap in place P N 520050 28 Rev F 3 26 04 TRO
14. operate or fails operate dependably at range Unit seems to turn on or off circuits without the user Hand held Remote Unit dependably turns equipment ON but once equipment is running it does not dependably turn equipment OFF or range is greatly reduced when equipment is running Unit operates but has greatly reduced range compared to prior function P N 520050 LX 100 RF Power Load Center does not have power Defective cable or connection to the LX 100 RF Power Load Center Defective receiver board Defective cable or connection to the LX 100 Power Load Center Defective receiver board Address switches are incorrectly configured Hand held Remote battery has failed Defective Hand held Remote or receiver Circuit selection switches are incorrectly set Undue electrical noise Too many obstructions between the Hand held Remote and receiver Receiver unit is too near the ground A near by home is operating a similar wireless unit Undue electrical noise is being produced by one or more pieces of equipment in close proximity to the receiver Hand held Remote battery is failing 30 Insure power is being supplied and that the LX 100 RF Load Power Center operates correctly without the receiver installed Verify the function of the board using known good cable set Contact factory or service center Verify the function of the board using known good cable set Contact facto
15. 0050 14 Rev F 3 26 04 SPA SIDE REMOTE CONTROL The optional Spa side Remote Control is a double insulated device which is ETL listed for installation within 5 feet of the water s edge It is typically installed at the tile line of the spa wall above water level or in the deck within arm s reach of the spa If the Spa side Remote is to be installed into the wall ofa gunite spa provision should be made while the spa is being plumbed See RECOMMENDED HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC on page 6 When the spa construction is completed cut back the 1 gt dia PVC receptacle flush with the spa wall finish or surface of deck See Fig 1 Screw Mounting Adapter onto Spa side Remote and finger tighten Do not use wrench Thread cable through conduit to low voltage compartment of LX 100 RF Power Load Center Carefully glue Mounting Adapter into 1 gt PVC receptacle using PVC cement For aesthetic purposes it is suggested that the Spa side Remote be installed with the red push button in the 12 o clock position See Fig 2 l SWITCH 1 RED WIRE SWITCH 2 YELLOW WIRE SUPERSWITCH SWITCH 3 GREEN WIRE SWITCH 4 BLUE WIRE Fig 1 Fig 2 At the LX 100 RF Power Load Center identify the 6 conductor cable from the Spa side Remote and cut off excess cable as necessary Strip insulation of eac
16. 151 Pentair P 10951 West Los Angeles Ave Moorpark 93021 805 523 2400 Pool Products Because reliability matters most P N 520050 32 Rev F 3 26 04
17. 6 04 520050 PLUMBING REQUIREMENTS Plumb system in accordance with RECOMMENDED HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC on page 6 local codes and the following guidelines Bring all lines back to the equipment pad 1 Spa should be at or above the level of the pool If spa is attached to pool provide a dam between the two bodies of water to allow spa overflow into pool Ifspais not attached to pool an overflow sufficient in size to carry full pump flow must be installed at water level in the spa Plumb a three port Intake Valve on the suction side of the filter pump so that center port of valve is connected to the pump inlet Connect spa suction to one side of Intake Valve and pool suction to the other side Plumbathree port Return Valve on the return side of the heater so that return water will enter valve through the center port Connect spa return to one side of Return Valve and pool return to the other side spa make up line incorporating a manual gate or ball valve and for elevated spas a gt check valve may be provided to bypass the pool return line This will enable some of the chemically balanced water from the pool to cycle through the spa The manual valve will allow the amount of bypass to be adjusted Ifthe spais to be constructed in concrete special provision should be made at this time for the installation of the optional Spa side Remote Control Select a convenient location in the deck or abov
18. Install cable between the low voltage compartment of the LX 100 RF Power Load Center and the various pieces of equipment Provide plastic or metallic conduit where cables run underground through concrete etc Note Never install low voltage and high voltage wires in the same conduit It is advisable to maintain a minimum distance of 12 between parallel runs of low voltage and AC current carrying wires Valve Actuators are provided with 15 feet of 3 conductor cable LOW VOLTAGE WIRING LX 100 LX 100EZ WIRING TIMER TRANSFORMER CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS CLNR TIMER FLTR TIMER MOTOR SWITCH MOTOR SWITCH INTAKE VALVE ACTUATOR RETURN VALVE ACTUATOR AUXILIARY VALVE ACTUATOR 5 lt ae lt 4 WIRFL ON 12 AUX1 AUX VLV DELAY CONTROLLED BY RELAY CONNECTIONS DO NOT SHORT THESE PINS YES CLNR NO a AUX3 RF RECEIVER BOARD LX 100 EZ WIRELESS SILVER B to 100 POWER ISOLATION PCB LX 100 or LX 100EZ POWER CENTER BLU 2 100 or RF RECEIVER BOARD 5 1 WATER TEMPERATURE SENSOR Optional DUAL THERMOSTAT GAS HEATER to SPA SIDE REMOTE Optional Rev F 3 26 04 9 P N 520050 RECEIVER CIRCUIT BOARD Mounted to the back of the LX 100 RF
19. Power Load Center is the Receiver Circuit Board On the circuit board you will discover the following 1 A4 position configuration switch designated S2 which can be used to configure an automatic countdown cycle for the Spa and or the 1 circuit Aux1 is designated as button A on Hand held Remote See page 13 for details 2 A10 position configuration switch designated S1 which can be used to customize the communication link between the Receiver and Hand held Remote 3 2 qty status lights designated POWER and COMMAND which are used for trouble shooting POWER Indicates that the Control System is supplying power to the Receiver unit COMMAND Flashes whenever a button is pushed on the Hand held Remote Power Indicator Lamp Indicates control system is supplying power to Receiver 00011 107 4d XNIT98 Command Indicator Lamp Flashes whenever a signal is received from Hand held Remote 30 90 Minute Shut Off 52 Time out adjustment for auto shut off of Spa and or Aux1 Communication Link Adjustment Adjustable code settings between Receiver and Hand held remote 12345678910 Receiver Overview P N 520050 10 Rev F 3 26 04 CUSTOMIZING THE COMMUNICATION LINK The communication link
20. R Service Switch to the OFF position Ifthe pump continues to run consult a qualified Service Company POOL CLEANER DOES NOT OPERATE 1 Atthe LX 100 RF Power Load Center check that the POOL CLEANER Time Clock is programmed on 2 Makesure that Push button SPA is not turned on by the Hand held Remote 3 Poolcleaner pump may require servicing HEATER DOES NOT OPERATE 1 Make sure that filter pump is running 2 Check heater thermostat setting and pilot light if applicable 3 Check filter pressure If filter is clogged the heater may not be getting sufficient water flow 4 Heatermay require servicing SPA WATER LEVEL DROPS 1 Atthe LX 100 RF Power Load Center check that the SPA Service Switch is in the AUTO position 2 Check that Motorized Valves rotate in both directions by adjusting toggle switch on the rear of each Valve Actuators Remember to return switches to their original position after testing 3 A check valve in the system may be leaking Refer to a qualified Service Company Rev F 3 26 04 29 P N 520050 RF TROUBLE SHOOTING TABLE Symptom Possible Cause Solution POWER LED does not light COM LINK LED does not light or blink In normal operation LED will blink at least every 2 seconds COMMAND LED does not light when Hand held Remote button s is pressed unit fails to operate Unit functions but some circuits do not work or operate the incorrect circuit Unit fails to
21. UBLE SHOOTING Your Control System is designed to provide years of trouble free pool and spa enjoyment However if at any time your System should behave erratically consult the following Check List which should help to alleviate any problems caused by operator error Ifyou are still unable to solve your particular symptom refer the situation to a qualified Pool Service Company GENERAL 1 Check all circuit breakers at electrical sub panel 2 Atthe LX 100 RF Power Load Center ensure that all the Service Switches are in the AUTO position NOTHING OPERATES 1 Check 3 amp circuit breaker which is located above FILTER PUMP Time Clock in LX 100 RF Power Load Center Tripped circuit breaker is indicated by a white tab Push to reset 2 Ifcircuit breaker continues to trip refer to a qualified Service Company FILTER PUMP DOES NOT OPERATE 1 Atthe LX 100 RF Power Load Center check that the FILTER PUMP Time Clock is programmed on 2 Turnthe FILTER Service Switch to the ON position Ifthe pump still does not operate consult a qualified Service Company FILTER PUMP DOES NOT TURN OFF 1 Atthe LX 100 RF Power Load Center check that the FILTER Service Switch is not in the ON position 2 Check that the PUMP DELAY Status Light is not on indicating that the System is running its 4 minute cooldown cycle 3 Check thatthe POOL CLEANER Time Clock is not programmed on automatically forcing the filter pump on 4 Turnthe FILTE
22. amaged from overheating See Heater Protection page 22 The PUMP DELAY Light indicates that the delay is in effect POWER ON Status Light Indicates that power has been connected to the system If this light is not on consult your Pool Serviceperson P N 520050 24 Rev F 3 26 04 MOTORIZED VALVES Your control system is designed to activate two motorized valves which automatically rotate between pool and spa circulation whenever Push button 1 SPA is activated by the Hand held Remote These valves are also activated from the FILL and DRAIN positions of the SPA Service Switch at the LX 100 RF Power Load Center An additional motorized valve may have been installed for a custom hydraulic application such as a fountain or waterfall or in lieu ofa booster pump to activate your pool cleaner A toggle switch is located on the rear of each Valve Actuator This switch is used by the Pool Builder to set the correct valve rotation direction DO NOT ADJUST THIS SWITCH POSITION Rev F 3 26 04 25 P N 520050 SYSTEM OPTIONS SPA SIDE REMOTE CONTROL A 4 button waterproof Remote Control may have been installed into the wall of your spa This will enable you to control the equipment while sitting in your spa Your Pool Builder should have custom labeled each button for your specific application The RED Button duplicates Push button SPA by the Hand held Remote activates the spa circulation The YELLOW Button duplicates P
23. de the heater and also the wiring connections At the LX 100 RF Power Load Center return the HEATER Service Switch to the SPA ONLY position and all the other Service Switches to the AUTO position Rev F 3 26 04 19 P N 520050 CP 100 OPTIONAL INDOOR CONTROL PANEL If the system has an Indoor Controller verify that there is a TEMPERATURE Display and check that the EQUIPMENT STATUS INDICATORS are functioning when the Push buttons are activated If there is no status display check the connections at each end of the communication cables very carefully Ifnecessary crimp new modular connectors to the cables Ifthe TEMPERATURE Display indicates three dashes or a very high temperature 400 degrees or more check the connections to the Temperature Sensor At the Indoor Controller press appropriate Push button s so that none of the EQUIPMENT STATUS INDICATORS are illuminated At the Indoor Controller press Push button S to turn the spa on Verify that the Valve Actuators have rotated to spa circulation the filter pump has been activated and the heater has fired Press Push buttons 1 2 and 3 and check that appropriate equipment is being activated A set of adhesive labels is provided for custom identification of equipment Use a pair of fine tip tweezers to adhere the appropriate label s below the Push button s on the Indoor Controller Calibration of the TEMPERATURE Display has been preset at the factory Howe
24. e water level in the spa wall where Spa side Remote will not be submerged by the spa water and install a 6 to 12 length of 1 2 PVC pipe to provide a receptacle for the Spa side Remote The pipe should be level and protrude beyond the finished surface of the spa It will be cut back at a later date Reduce pipe size down to 2 conduit and run to proposed LX 100 RF Power Load Center location at equipment pad Use sweep elbows for turns The Spa side Remote will not be installed until spa construction is complete For systems which incorporate a skimmer it is possible to balance the amount of suction between the skimmer and main drain for maintenance purposes This is easily accomplished by installing a manual three port mixing valve at the suction line Plumb one port to the skimmer and the other to the main drain Ifa non booster pump pressure side pool cleaner is being used plumb a manual three port valve between the filter pump and filter with the third port plumbed to the pool cleaner line and install a motorized two port Pool Cleaner Valve at this line The motorized valve will automatically open whenever the Control System activates the pool cleaner Ifa booster pump pool cleaner is being used plumb the booster pump so that its suction side is connected to the pool return after the heater and as close to the ground as practical If optional water sensor is used with Cp 100 indoor controller locate betwe
25. en filter pump and filter Rev F 3 26 04 7 P N 520050 LX 100 RF POWER LOAD CENTER Select a convenient location to mount the LX 100 RF Power Load Center Ensure that the location is greater than 5 feet from the water s edge and no further than 15 feet from any motorized valves otherwise Valve Actuator cables will need to be extended The top of the LX 100 RF Power Load Center should be a minimum 5 feet above the ground and a minimum 8 feet from any air blower to optimize RF signal reception Mount the LX 100 RF Power Load Center on a flat surface using appropriate screws through the external mounting points located on the side of the enclosure Do not drill and mount from inside the enclosure Loosen LOCK SCREW of hinged faceplate in left side of LX 100 RF Power Load Center and swing open to expose the low voltage compartment All low voltage connections are made to the circuit board in accordance with wiring diagram located inside door The high voltage wiring compartment is located behind service panel in right side of LX 100 RF Power Load Center HIGH VOLTAGE WIRING GENERAL If using a LX 100EZT System install an electrical sub panel with separate breakers for each load at the equipment site Circuit breakers should be readily accessible to the spa user but installed at least 5 feet from the water s edge Ifusing a LX 100EZTL System the LX 100 RF Power Load Center has provisions for breakers Make sure that the motor s on the
26. erminals in accordance with wiring diagram located inside the LX 100 RF Power Load Center cover Connect High of heater thermostat to Terminal S Connect Low of heater thermostat to Terminal P Connect of heater thermostat to Terminal SINGLE THERMOSTAT GAS HEATER HEAT PUMP Inside the heater connect two 18 AWG wires in series with the heater circuitry Do not disconnect or bypass the flow pressure or high limit switches Place the heater toggle switch in the ON position and set the thermostat to the desired temperature Run the two wires to low voltage compartment of LX 100 RF Power Load Center Strip insulation 4 and connect to GHTR Screw Terminals at Terminals and Make a jumper wire and connect Terminals P 5 together ELECTRIC HEATER For systems which utilize an electric heater a 20 Relay Kit model RLYLX should be added at the LX 100 RF Power Load Center Install RL LX in accordance with instructions provided and plug onto circuit board at the EHTR relay socket The relay is capable of controlling an electric heater rated up to 3K VA or the magnetic contactor of a larger electric heater Inside the heater connect two 14 AWG wires in series with the heater thermostat circuitry Place the heater toggle switch in the ON position and set the thermostat to the desired temperature Run the two wires to the high voltage compartment of the LX 100 RF P
27. h conductor 4 and connect to REMOTE SWITCHES Screw Terminals at bottom of circuit board in accordance with wiring diagram Black conductor Switch Common to GND screw terminal Red conductor Red Push button to SPA screw terminal Yellow conductor Yellow Push button to AUX1 screw terminal Green conductor Green Push button to AUX2 screw terminal Blue conductor Blue Push button to AUX3 screw terminal Orange conductor LED to SLMP screw terminal A set of adhesive labels is provided for custom identification of individual Spa side Remote push buttons Use a pair of fine tip tweezers to carefully adhere the appropriate label at each button Rev F 3 26 04 15 P N 520050 POOL CLEANER For systems which incorporate a booster pump pool cleaner it is possible to add a mechanical time clock for programming the daily cleaning cycles Install 24 Hour Time Clock model TMR LX into LX 100 RF Power Load Center faceplate at the POOL CLEANER location and plug into top of circuit board at CLNR TIMER socket in accordance with instructions provided Install 20 Amp Relay Kit model RLY LX at the LX 100 RF Power Load Center in accordance with instructions provided and plug into circuit board at CLNR relay socket AUXILIARY VALVE It is possible to add a Valve Actuator P N 263045 to the system to motorize a two port or three port valve for a custom hydraulic feature such as a pool cleaner fountain waterfall etc The Valve Actuato
28. lve Actuator s to valve s Run cables to low voltage wiring compartment of LX 100 RF Power Load Center and plug into circuit board at the appropriate Valve Socket Plug intake suction valve into INT VLV Socket Plug return valve into RET VLV Socket Plug auxiliary valve if applicable into AUX Socket COMPOOL TIMER FLTR TIMER 11056 MOTOR SWITCH MOTOR SWITCH 0 RETURN AUXILIARY VALVE VALVE VALVE ACTUATOR ACTUATOR ACTUATOR LX 100 RF POWER LOAD CENTER RECEIVER ANTENNA A CAUTION Antenna must be attached with o ring for proper functioning Not installing o ring can lead to damage of LX 100 RF Power Load Center Slide orange o ring over threaded antenna connector protruding from top of the LX 100 RF Power Load Center Screw on antenna until it stops O ring should be compressed by antenna ENCLOSURE P N 520050 12 Rev F 3 26 04 HEATER CONNECTIONS DUAL THERMOSTAT GAS HEATER HEAT PUMP Inside the heater connect three 18 AWG wires in parallel with the heater toggle switch or in accordance with the Heater Manufacturer s instructions Do not disconnect or bypass the flow pressure or high limit switches Place the heater toggle switch in the OFF position and set the thermostats to desired pool and spa temperatures Run the three wires to low voltage compartment of LX 100 RF Power Load Center Strip insulation 4 and connect to circuit board at GHTR Screw T
29. ower Load Center and connect to LINE1 and LOAD terminals of the electric heater relay Rev F 3 26 04 13 P N 520050 SYSTEM OPTIONS AUTOMATIC COUNTDOWN CYCLE There is a 4 position configuration switch designated S2 located on the Receiver circuit board This switch can be used to set a countdown cycle time out feature for the Spa and or Aux circuit Once this feature has been enabled the equipment will automatically turn off after the countdown cycle irrespective of how the circuit was turned on by Hand held Remote or optional Indoor Remote or Spa side Remote Use the end ofa paper clip or other blunt instrument to slide the appropriate switch at S2 to the ON or OFF position in accordance with the following diagram a 1 S4v 2 gt 32018 2087 Factory Setting Off No time out for Spa 1 Spa will shut off in approximately 90 minutes XNIT8 00011 LOT Spa will shut off in approximately 30 minutes Aux will shut off in approximately 90 minutes Aux will shut off in approximately 30 minutes Note Both Spa and Aux Time Out mode can be enabled at the same time Automatic Time Out settings for Spa and Aux circuits P N 52
30. plate to wall Use the Crimping Tool model TOOL 6 to attach modular connectors at each end of both cables See USING THE CRIMPING TOOL below At the CP 100 Controller plug the silver cable with modular connector attached into the circuit board at Socket 1 SILVER and plug the black cable into Socket 2 Use the four gt screws included to mount CP 100 Controller to the backplate At the LX 100 RF Power Load Center it will be necessary to use two Cable Splitters P N 6CONDDUAL to connect to the Main circuit board Disconnect the existing Receiver circuit board cables from the Main circuit board Plug the short cable attached to single connector end of each Cable Splitter into the Power Center circuit board Plug Cable Splitters into Socket 1 SILVER and black Socket 2 Paying careful attention to match cable color to socket cable color label silver silver reconnect the existing Receiver circuit board cables and the Indoor Remote cables into dual connector end of each of the Cable Splitters Using the Crimping Tool Make sure that the end of the cable is cut squarely not diagonally Insert the cable between the stripper blades of the tool until it touches the stop Squeeze the handles and pull the tool making sure that the cable stays perpendicular to it If this is done correctly the outer jacket of the cable will be removed without damaging the insulation on the individual conductors Place a modular connector in
31. r can be activated from either the pool cleaner or auxiliary 3 circuit Remove knob handle and four screws from cap of valve to be motorized and use the four mounting screws provided to mount Valve Actuator to valve Run cable to low voltage compartment of LX 100 RF Power Load Center and plug into circuit board at AUX VLV Valve Socket Identify the 2 position AUX VLV Program Switch which is located at bottom right of LX 100 RF Power Load Center circuit board and use the corner of a small screwdriver or other blunt instrument to adjust the Switch accordingly 1 Toactivate valve from the pool cleaner circuit turn Switch 1 ON and Switch 2 OFF 2 Toactivate valve from the auxiliary 3 circuit turn Switch 1 OFF and Switch 2 ON P N 520050 16 Rev F 3 26 04 WATER TEMPERATURE SENSOR For use with optional Indoor Control Panel only Select a convenient location to mount the Temperature Sensor model TS 5L in the plumbing system between the filter pump and the heater Drill a 5 16 diameter hole in the pipe and insert the Sensor Use a screwdriver to open the hose clamp included Position clamp over the Sensor and gently tighten around the pipe ACAUTION Overtightening of clamp can cause deformation of o ring seal Run 2 conductor cable 25 ft is included with Installation Hardware package between Sensor location and low voltage compartment of LX 100 RF Power Load Center At the LX 100 RF Power Load Center
32. ry or service center Verify that the address switches on the Hand held Remote and receiver board are correct and match Replace Hand held Remote battery Contact factory or service center Verify settings of S2 on the receiver board Relocate the LX 100 RF Power Load Center away from equipment such as blower motors Relocate the LX 100 RF Power Load Center in a location that provides fewer obstructions to the area the user commonly operates the Hand held Remote Relocate the LX 100 RF Power Load Center to maximize the distance between the receiver antenna and the ground Select an alternate address code for the Hand held Remote and receiver l e change the switches on both boards to an alternate but matching setting Relocate the LX 100 RF Power Load Center away from equipment such as blower motors Relocate the LX 100 RF Power Load Center in a location that provides fewer obstructions to the area the user commonly operates the Hand held Remote Replace Hand held Remote battery Rev F 3 26 04 For questions repairs replacement parts or information on possible Authorized Service Centers within your vicinity call Pentair Pool Products 800 831 7133 Or visit us on the Internet at www pentairpool com Pentair Pool Products Because reliability matters most Rev F 3 26 04 31 P N 520050 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Pentair Pool Products 1620 Hawkins Ave Sanford NC 27330 919 774 4
33. strip insulation of both conductors 1 4 and connect to circuit board at SNS and SNS Screw Terminals Pay attention color coding green conductor connects to SNS red conductor connects to SNS LX 100 RF POWER LOAD CENTER SENSOR REMOTE SWITCHES 3 26 04 17 520050 CP 100 OPTIONAL INDOOR CONTROLLER 2 qty separate 150 foot spools of 6 conductor 26 AWG communication cable are provided one black and one silver to connect to the CP 100 Controller NOTE Cable lubricant must be used when pulling these cables through the conduit Select a convenient location inside the house or other weather protected area to mount the CP 100 Controller The overall width of the Controller with doors open is 11 2 The location of the 6 conductor communication cables on the centerline of the enclosure should therefore be at least 5 4 from any door jamb wall corner or other obstacle Remove backplate from Controller Temporarily pull cables through large hole in backplate and position backplate on surface of wall Make sure that backplate is level and that TOP nomenclature is oriented correctly and mark the three mounting points on the surface of the wall With the backplate removed from the wall drill 3 16 diameter holes and insert mounting anchors included into the three holes Pull cables through large hole in backplate and use the three 1 4 screws to mount back
34. sy maintenance for your Pool Serviceperson and the Motorized Valves switch the filter and heater from pool to spa Additionally the Control System incorporates important safety features which protect your pool equipment from accidental damage Your system may also include additional Remote Controls and special options which further add to the convenience safety and economy of operating your pool equipment SAFETY FEATURES HEATER PROTECTION A built in electronic delay circuit automatically runs the filter pump for an additional 4 minutes whenever the pool or spa are turned off This feature enables the heater to cool down so that the heat exchanger and plumbing are not damaged from overheating Some heaters do not require a cool down cycle 1 MiniMax therefore your installer may have turned this feature off POOL CLEANER PROTECTION If your system incorporates an automatic pool cleaner pump it will have been plumbed in conjunction with the filter pump so that it must have water circulation in order to operate The LX 100 RF Power Load Center incorporates the following protection features against possible pump damage if there is no water circulation 1 The filter pump will automatically be activated whenever the pool cleaner pump is running even if the filter pump is not programmed on 2 Your pool cleaner will automatically be switched off whenever water is being circulated to the Spa HAND HELD REMOTE A CAUTION The Hand held
35. the holder portion of the tool so that the front of the connector is against the stop and the gold contacts face the crimper Orient the prepared cable so that the blue conductor is closest to the tool handles and insert cable into connector Make certain that the conductors are flush with the tip of the connector and directly under the gold contacts Squeeze the handles firmly to set the contacts and secure the cable Note It is important that the orientation blue conductor closest to tool handles is identical at all four cable ends P N 520050 18 Rev F 3 26 04 SYSTEM START UP Apply power to the system At the LX 100 RF Power Load Center verify that the POWER status light is illuminated and make sure that all of the Service Switches are in the AUTO position If the status light is not on check the 3 amp circuit breaker which is located above the faceplate Ifthe circuit breaker has tripped indicated by a white tab push to reset On the Hand held Remote press the SPA Push button to turn the spa on Verify that the Valve Actuators have rotated to spa circulation the filter pump has been activated and the heater has fired Press Push buttons B and C and check that appropriate equipment is being activated At the Intake and Return Valves flip toggle switch on rear of Actuator s between and ON2 positions as necessary so that valves have rotated to pool circulation At the LX
36. ush button A by the Hand held Remote The GREEN Button duplicates Push button B by the Hand held Remote The BLUE Button duplicates Push button C by the Hand held Remote P N 520050 26 Rev F 3 26 04 INDOOR CONTROLLER Installed in a convenient location inside your house the Controller gives you fingertip control of all the equipment associated with your swimming pool and spa Compool 100 pool spa contro system EQUIPMENT STATUS INDICATORS a 5 2 3 TEMPERATURE Pout Spa Fountain Equipment PUSH BUTTONS 5 1 2 and 3 Four Push buttons are provided for activating the various pieces of equipment Your Pool Builder has custom labeled each Push button for your specific application Equipment Status Indicators Status Lights are located above each Push button The presence of a light indicates that the equipment is running The absence of a light indicates that equipment is turned off TEMPERATURE Display A digital display indicates water temperature Spa temperature is displayed during spa circulation and pool temperature is displayed during pool circulation Note The filter pump must be running to provide accurate temperature display Using Your Spa To turn your spa on simply press Push button S The motorized valves will rotate to spa circulation the filter pump will turn on and the heater will fire The TEMPERATURE Display will let you know when the spa is ready for use
37. ver fine adjustment can be accomplished if necessary Insert a small flat blade screwdriver through the ADJUST hole which is located behind the right door of the Indoor Controller and rotate the Adjustment Screw accordingly The system is now ready to be operated as desired P N 520050 20 Rev F 3 26 04 OWNER S MANUAL LX 100EZ EASYTOUCH POOL SPA CONTROL SYSTEM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS ACAUTION When operating or servicing this electrical equipment basic safety precautions should always be observed including the following To reduce the risk of injury do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times A CAUTION The Hand held Remote is not waterproof If it accidentally gets submerged disassemble by removing screw Remove battery and let unit dry out Reassemble SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Rev F 3 26 04 21 P N 520050 INTRODUCTION The LX 100EZ is an electronic control system which is designed to coordinate and operate all of the equipment associated with your swimming pool and spa The system is comprised of three principle components 1 Hand held Remote 2 Power Center 3 Motorized Valves 2 qty The Remote provides Push button control of the equipment from the convenience of your fingertips the LX 100 RF Power Load Center automatically controls the timing of your filter pump and pool cleaner if applicable and provides ea
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