Aeware 0605-500002 User manual

in.clear
bromine based water sanitization system for spas
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Waterproof!
Water so clear !
You‘ll want to touch it ! You’ll need to feel it !

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in.clear ™
In.Clear Model No. 0605-500002
Bromine based water sanitization system for spas
Automatic Bromine Generator
For Spa Sanitizing
DOMESTIC
A maximum of 2000 Liters of water can be treated with one In.Clear Automatic Bromine Generator unit.
Maximum output of Hypobromus Acid equivalent to 0.04 kg of free available bromine per day.
For spas, a range of 3 – 5 ppm of free available bromine must be maintained.
READ THE LABEL AND OPERATION/INSTALLATION MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS DEVICE
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
REGISTRATION No. 29628 PEST CONTROL PRODUCT ACT
WARNING: Operating the In.Clear Automatic Bromine Generator without water flow through the cell can cause a buildup of flammable gases which can
result in FIRE or EXPLOSION.
NOTICE TO USER:
This pest control product is to be used only in accordance with the instructions shown on the label. Any use not in accordance with these instructions is an
offence under the Pest Control Products Act. The user assumes the risk to persons or property arising from the use of this product.
Gecko Alliance Group Inc.
450, Des Canetons, Québec (Québec)
Canada G2E 5W6
800-784-3256 ext. 350
418-872-4411 ext. 350

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Table of contents
in.clear
introduction .......................................................................................... 5
warnings ............................................................................................... 6
bromine benefits - how in.clear works ............................................ 8
keypad installation .............................................................................. 9
- installing the in.k200 ........................................................... 9
- skirt mount installation ....................................................... 10
- connecting the in.k200 to in.clear.................................... 12
in.clear installation ............................................................................. 13
operating modes................................................................................ 17
getting started (see video) ................................................................. 18
keypad operations ............................................................................. 23
troubleshooting ................................................................................ 28
F.A.Q........ ............................................................................................ 31
glossary ................................................................................................ 32
cell cleaning . ...................................................................................... 34
overview ............................................................................................ 36
specifications ...................................................................................... 37
Annex
- BromiCharge user guide ................................................... 39
table of contents
Instruction video:
www.geckoal.com/inclear

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in.clear ™introduction
in.clear
Water sanitation systems for spas
With its waterproof enclosure, its sturdy design, the new in.clear is the
most efficient water sanitation system offered to the spa and hot tub
industry today.
In.clear is a system that generates and releases bromine into the spa
water to rapidly control and destroy any microbiological contaminants
such as waterborne bacteria, algaes, body chemicals, organic matter
given off by spa bathers and other organisms known to be linked to
recreational water illnesses.
The new in.clear system eliminates the need to add extra chemicals
in the water to destroy unsightly pollutants and achieves impeccable
results. The in.clear system does not produce any offensive odors, it
reduces eye irritation and it's easy to handle, making the in.clear the
best choice for hot tub sanitation.
Spas using the new in.clear system need very little maintenance, and
in.clear can be easily installed on new or existing spas.

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Warnings!
Important safety instructions
• For Canada, in.clear must only be used with Sodium Bromide (such
as BromiCharge) scheduled or registered under the Pest Control
Product Act. For USA, the Sodium Bromide (such as BromiCharge)
must be registered under EPA.
• Read and follow this manual carefully and make sure to save it
for later.
• This manual contains important information on in.clear's installation,
use and safety recommendations. It is your responsibility to install
and use your in.clear unit safely.
• In.clear must be connected to a circuit protected by a ground fault
interrupter device (GFCI) in North America or residual current device
(RCD) having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30
mA in Europe.
• Make sure all electrical power is off before installing the in.clear
unit. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order
to avoid a hazard.
• Use only an electrical cord in good conditions to power in.clear.
• Always clean or replace your filter cartridges at regular intervals,
otherwise part of the bromine generated by in.clear will only serve
to oxidize the dirt accumulated in the filter.
warnings
• Do NOT add any other sanitation chemicals in the spa other than
registered Sodium Bromide (such as BromiCharge)
• Operating the in.clear at reduced Sodium Bromide (such as
BromiCharge) levels will shorten the life of the cell.
• Do not open the in.clear unit; there are no serviceable parts inside.
• Disposal of the product: the in.clear unit must be disposed
of separately in accordance with the local waste disposal
legislation in force.
• This unit is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
• To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to operate this
device.
• In.clear may not be suitable for in ground spas, it may affect some
materials used in their construction.

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• The unit must be installed in a location that is inaccessible to a person
in the bath or spa and must be located or fixed so that it cannot fall
into the bath or spa.
• The unit is not designed to be submersed but may be installed
underneath the waterproof skirt of the spa.
• A means for disconnection must be incorporated in the fixed wiring
in accordance with the wiring rules.
• To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to operate
this device.
• It is the responsibility of the user to test the spa water regularly to
ensure that adequate amounts of bromine are generated to achieve
proper sanitizer levels.
• Heavy spa usage may require higher bromine output to maintain
proper free available bromine residuals.
• The expected life time of the electrodes is 30 000 hours when used
in normal operating conditions.
• Maintaining overly high Sodium Bromide and bromine levels above
recommended range can contribute to corrosion of spa equipment
and may damage components of the spa.
•The cell is installed after the heater in the circulation pump line.
Warnings!
Important safety instructions
• Do NOT use any ozone or UV sanitizer.
• Check the expiry date of the test kit as test results may be inaccurate
if used after that date.
• Follow all aspects of the local and National Electrical Code(s) when
installing the in.clear Automatic Bromine Generator.
• People with a medical condition should consult a physician before
entering spa water.
• Women who are pregnant should NOT enter the spa.
• Maximum spa water usage temperature is 40°C. Bathing in spa water
at 40°C should not exceed 15 minutes.
• For proper sanitation, spa must be completely drained periodically.
The number of days between COMPLETE SPA DRAINAGE is equal
to the volume of the spa water in liters, divided by 10 times the
maximum number of daily spa users.
• Refill spa with water and repeat DIRECTION FOR USE of the device.
- For a 1500 liters (400 US gallons) spa used by 2 adults twice a week:
1500 / (10 x (4/7)) = 262 days or 8 months
• In.clear is meant for a covered spa NOT swimming pools.
• Users should always shower before entering a spa.
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in.clear ™ bromine benefits
Bromine in a spa!
Bacteria require a certain period of time before forming into micro
colonies and becoming attached to a surface. Rapid elimination of
bacteria is a key element in the proper maintenance of the spa water.
In.clear achieves this while oxidizing odors and reducing eye irritation.
In.clear enhances the clarity and quality of spa water. For bathers this
translates into a more enjoyable warm water therapy experience.
How in.clear works!
When sodium bromide (such as BromiCharge) is added to the water,
it separates into sodium ions and bromide ions. As the water passes
through the in.clear bromine generator, a low-voltage source supplies
a current that electrolytically reduces the bromine ions into bromine
which reacts with the water molecules to form free bromine. Bromine
is known to be a highly effective bactericide and algaecide. This
process releases bromide ions back into the water for continuous
recycling until the spa is emptied. It is important to note that the
amount of bromine needed will vary in direct proportion to the
number of bathers in the spa (bather load).
Effects of bromine
• Bromine destroys waterborne bacteria.
• Bromine destroys algae in water (e.g. Black, Green, Mustard).
• Bromine swiftly eliminates the presence of organic matter left
behind by spa users (oil, sweat, dead skin cells).
• Because bromine doesn’t contain calcium, it can be used to
sanitize hard water without increasing the calcium hardness.

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in.clear ™keypad installation
Installing the in.k200
The keypad should be installed directly onto the spa (or very
close to it) so that it is easily accessible to the user.
• To install the in.k200, drill two 25 mm (1”) diameter holes at
67 mm (2 5/8”) from center to center as illustrated.
• Cut out the material between the two holes (see illustration).
• Clean the installation surface and peel the adhesive gasket from the
back of the keypad.
• Insert keypad and align it correctly, then ensure it's properly glued by
gently pressing evenly on the entire surface.
If the keypad is equipped with an optional holder plate remove the
two wing nuts in the back of the keypad and remove the mounting
bracket.
Insert the keypad into opening you have cut out. Put the mounting
bracket and the wing nuts back on their respective bolts and fix the
keypad securely in place (see illustration above).
Note: It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure that no obstructions
(cables, piping, etc.) are present below the deck at the drill hole
location.
Note: If the installation location is not perfectly even (e.g. wood
surface), make a silicone joint between the installation location and the
back of the unit to ensure a proper seal around it.
∅ 25 mm
(1")
Gasket with adhesive
2 5/8"
67 mm
∅ 25 mm
(1") ∅ 25 mm (1")
25 mm
(1") dia. drill
25 mm
(1")
92 mm
(3
5/8
")

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67 mm
(2 5/8")
25 mm (1") dia.
drill
Skirt mount installation
For a skirt mount installation the keypad should be installed directly
on a spa panel so that it is easily accessible to the user.Insure that
the keypad control is located accordingly.
Drill from the finished side of the spa to prevent chipping
of the surface. Start by pilot drilling the hole centers using a 3 mm
(1/8”) drill bit. Using the appropriate hole saw slowly drill two
25 mm (1”) diameter holes at 67 mm (2 5/8”) from center to center
as illustrated.
Cut out the material between the two holes (see illustration above).
Clean the installation surface and route the keypad cable from the wall
cutout to the in.clear unit. (Continues on next page).
keypad installation
∅ 25 mm
(1") ∅ 25 mm
(1")

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Skirt mount installation
Peel the adhesive gasket from the
back of the keypad, insert it in
the cutout and align it correctly,
then ensure it's properly glued
by gently pressing evenly on the
entire surface.
∅
25 mm
(1")
Gasket with
adhesive
∅ 25 mm
(1")
Note: It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure that no obstructions
(cables, piping, etc.) are present below the deck at the drill hole
location.
Note: If the installation location is not perfectly even (e.g. wood
surface), make a silicone joint between the installation location and the
back of the unit to ensure a proper seal around it.
If the keypad is equipped with
an optional holder plate remove
the two wing nuts in the back
of the keypad and remove the
mounting bracket.
Insert the keypad into opening
you have cut out. Put the
mounting bracket and the wing
nuts back on their respective
bolts and fix the keypad securely
in place (see illustration above).
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Connecting in.k200 main keypad to in.clear
in.k200
Connect the main keypad
in.k200 as indicated here.
The in.k200 comes with a
3.3 m (10 ft) cable and an in.link
connector.
To connect the in.k200, simply
insert its in.link connector into the
appropriate keypad connector "C"
(as illustrated).
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In.clear installation scheme with circulation pump
spa filter
circulation pump
11 to 150 liters/min
(3 to 40 US GPM)
water jet
heater
spa
in.clear
installation
Fig. A
Note: The pressure in the piping
must be at least 3 PSI when water
is circulating

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Installation
In.clear unit must be installed
before the spa is filled with water.
The in.clear unit must be
installed on the pressure side
of the circulation pump (refer
to Fig.A for details). It should be
installed after the heater.
The in.clear system can be
installed in an upright position or
horizontally.
Installing valves on both sides
of the in.clear may help for
maintenance purposes
We do not recommend to
install the in.clear on a spa
equipped with a dual-speed
pump. The in.clear works
only when the pump is
running, therefore the dual
speed pump will require
to run around 8-10 hours
to have optimum bromine
production. Running a
large pump for that period
of time may be difficult in
warm weather, without
overheating the spa.
The in.clear system should
be installed at the pressure
side on a 11,4 to 151 liters/min
(3 to 40 US GPM) flow line.
It's important not to exceed
151 liters/min (40 US GPM) to
prevent excessive electrode
wear and damage to the
in.clear unit.
For all types of installation
make sure there's no pinches
in the plumbing and that
water flows.
Water flow must run from
bottom to top.
Water flow
If water flow is as low as
11.4 liters/min (3 GPM) and
in.clear is to be installed
horizontally, an air gap
may be appear at the top
which may decrease the
performance of the unit. In
that case, raise the outlet
about 1 inch above the
water inlet level. The exact
location and the method of
installation of the in.clear
may vary depending on the
plumbing design of the spa.

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We have created a stand that
simplifies mounting an in.clear
bromine system under a spa.
The stand can be used for floor
mounting and for wall mounting.
This is a neat way to hold the
in.clear in place and makes the
product look professional when
its installed.
The stand is compatible with in.clear and in.therm unit simply by
reversing the top clamp.
The stand is packaged as a kit and includes the required screws to
mount the device to the stand. The mounting screws to attach the
stand to the spa are not included.
The following material is recommended:
4- # 10 screws of appropriate length with round, truss or pan head.
4- washers 1/2 OD x 1/16” thickness (12 mm OD x 1,5 mm).
Select the most appropriate location for in.clear and firmly attach each
stand to wooden base with (2) screws backed by (2) washers.
In.clear installation with stand
Gecko # 9920-101464
www.geckodepot.com
Floor and side mounting

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In.clear must be pro-
tected by the same
ground fault interrupter
(GFCI) circuit as the spa
system.
A blinking “AC” message
on the keypad means that
the input signal is not
240 VAC, probably 120 VAC.
Please check connection.
Slide the two plastic union nuts
over the in.clear unit's threaded
ends and tighten the nuts.
Hand tighten!
Do not use tools!
Power cable
Connect the in.k200 keypad to
the unit (see keypad installation
section of this manual for more
details).
Gecko
# 52202000
www.geckodepot.com
Gecko
# 0699-300007
www.geckodepot.com
Use adapters to connect the
in.clear system to 3/4" tubing or
directly to 2" tubing.
For an optimal connection to
spa plumbing, please note
that we recommend the these
compression fittings & nuts.
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The in.clear system operates in two modes:
Maintenance Mode and Boost Mode
Maintenance Mode:
The primary function of the Maintenance Mode is to keep the
bromine bank levels at a stable and acceptable range when the spa
is not being used. Maintenance Mode is the “everyday” mode and
is automatically ON when the system is activated.
To maintain the residual bromine level within a normal range, the
user has to set the Maintenance Level of the in.clear system by
adjusting the value of the Maintenance Mode. The higher the value,
the more bromine generated. The recommended bromine level is
between 3 and 5 PPM.
The goal is to maintain bromine at a constant level between the
limits of 3-5 ppm when the spa is not being used or left unused for
an extended period of time. Once the proper maintenance level is
determined, keep the same setting unless the spa usage changes.
Finding the right bromine generation level is a crucial step for the
in.clear system to be stable and effective. Refer to section
“6 -Determining the proper bromine generation Maintenance
Level for my spa” for more information.
The spa filtration should be set at a minimum of 8hrs per day.
It is important to note that the in.clear system can ONLY generate
bromine when the water is circulating. If you are having problems
maintaining a stable level of bromine, or determining the proper
maintenance level for your spa, you may have to increase the daily
filtering time. Longer filtration produces a more steady level of
bromine.
Boost Mode:
The Boost Mode should be activated every time you use your
spa. Boost Mode increases the bromine generation rate to attack
pollutants in the water and helps rebuild the necessary residual
bromine in the water after each use of the spa. Pollutants are
introduced to the water by the bathers causing the bromine levels
to decrease. Activating the Boost Mode when you enter the spa
will prevent inadequate bromine levels and will regenerate your
bromine to the proper residual level.
Finding the right Boost level is another crucial step for the in.clear
system to be stable and effective. Refer to section “7 - Determining
the boost mode level for my spa”.
If water quality is not good after use, only the Boost level
should be adjusted, not the Maintenance level.
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Start up procedure:
(see video: www.geckoal.com/inclear)
1 - Draining and cleaning the spa
It's important to completely drain and clean the spa to remove
all residues accumulated on the surface and inside or around the
jets area. After draining the spa, use spa cleaning products only.
Household cleaners contain additives such as phosphates which
may affect the bromine production. When the spa is clean, rinse it
off thoroughly with a garden hose.
It's extremely important to clean your filter cartridge with a
filter soaking solution or replace your filter cartridges.
2 - Refilling the spa
After the in.clear unit has been installed, check the TDS
(Total Dissolved Solids) of the water you'll use to refill the spa.
The TDS range should be within 50 and 400 PPM. Verifying the TDS
range can be done by your local spa dealer. When you're certain
the water is within the proper TDS range, refill your spa.
If your TDS is higher than 500 PPM, ask your spa dealer for
additional information to help reduce initial TDS.
DO NOT use water from a "Salt Water Softener" system.
Make sure there is adequate flow and that no airlocks are trapped
in the unit's plumbing. If airlocks are formed, start the pump and
slowly loosen one of the union nuts to release the air trapped in the
plumbing. Tighten the nut again after you are done.
It is important that the spa is well cleaned and rinsed prior to the startup
of the new system. Some biofilms may have formed in the spa that
could prevent the system from functionning properly. We strongly
recommend the use of a flushing product such as Spa System Flush,
Swirl Away or National Chemistry Spa Purge to clean the plumbing
even if the spa is brand new.
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3 - Adjusting water chemistry in the spa
Proper chemical maintenance of a spa is essential for the health of
bathers. Maintaining the quality of the spa water within these specified
values will enhance your enjoyment of the spa and prolong the life of
the in.clear system.
For best results, adjust to the following water chemistry parameters.
Check these parameters periodicaly.
Calcium hardness (TH): between 150 and 200 PPM
Total Alkalinity: between 100 and 120 PPM
pH: between 7.2 and 7.8
Water chemistry should be balanced before adding
sodium bromide into the water. It's essential that the water
chemistry parameters are within the proposed range to
obtain optimal system performance.
High Calcium Hardness may lead to faster calcification of
the electrolytic plates.
4 - Adding Sodium Bromide (such as BromiCharge)
Water temperature between 32 and 38° C (90 and 100° F)
helps dissolve sodium bromide and facilitates the adjustment of the
maintenance level.
Start the pump to allow water to circulate and slowly add sodium
bromide (such as BromiCharge) uniformly in the spa by simply pouring
it from the container.
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