CAS VAPURE VP15 Manual

SALT AND MINERAL CHLORINATOR
INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................4
1.1 Important Warnings................................................................................................ 4
1.2 Important Safety Instructions................................................................................. 4
1.3 General Warnings ..................................................................................................
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2. GENERAL OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Recommendations and Helpful Hints .................................................................. 6
2.2 Contents.................................................................................................................. 6
2.3 Tools Needed ......................................................................................................... 6
3. POOL PREPARATION ................................................................................................................ 7
4. POWER PACK AND CELL INSTALLATION................................................................................. 8
4.1 Power Pack Installation ......................................................................................... 8
4.2 Cell Electrode Installation...................................................................................... 8
4.3 Installation Diagram............................................................................................... 9
5. INITAL START UP OF YOUR UNIT .............................................................................................. 10
5.1 Initial Start Up .........................................................................................................
10
5.2 Start Up Clock Set .................................................................................................
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5.3 Start Up Run
Period ................................................................................................ 10
5.4 Start Up
Information ............................................................................................... 10
5.5 Mineral or Salt Mix .................................................................................................
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5.6 Default Display Screen ......................................................................................... 11
6. CONTROL PANEL OPERATION..............................................................................................
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6.1 OK BUTTON ...........................................................................................................
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6.2 POWER/MODE ..................................................................................................... 13
6.3 CHLOR BOOST
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6.4 WINTER/BLANKET MODE ......................................................................................
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6.5 CLOCK/TIMER.......................................................................................................
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6.51 Clock Settings............................................................................................
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6.52 Timer Settings............................................................................................. 15
6.6 SALT TEST ...............................................................................................................
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6.7 BACKWASH............................................................................................................16
7. UNIT MENU GUIDE.................................................................................................................. 18
7.1 Backwash.............................................................................................................
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7.2 Brightness ..............................................................................................................
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7.3 Cell Cleaning ....................................................................................................... 18
7.4 Chlor Boost ...........................................................................................................
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7.5 Chlor Setting ........................................................................................................ 18
7.6 Clock/Timer .......................................................................................................... 18
7.7 Contrast ................................................................................................................
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7.8 Power/Mode........................................................................................................
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7.9 Pump Setting........................................................................................................ 19
7.10 Salt Test ................................................................................................................. 19
7.11 Service Menu .......................................................................................................
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7.12 Spa Mode ............................................................................................................ 19

TABLE OF CONTENTS
7.13 Winter/Blanket Mode.......................................................................................... 19
7.14
pH Control Mode...................................................................................................................... 20
8. WATER CHEMISTRY ................................................................................................................ 21
9. CHLORINATOR
MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................. 23
9.1 Inspecting and cleaning the cell Electrode.....................................................
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9.2 Inspecting and cleaning the Power Pack........................................................
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10. CHLORINATOR TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................................................................
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11. SCHEMATICS AND PART NUMBERS ...................................................................................... 28
12. SPECIFICATION TABLE ........................................................................................................... 31
13. WARRANTY.............................................................................................................................
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14. TECHNICAL SUPPORT ............................................................................................................
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15. NOTES .....................................................................................................................................
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1. IMPORTANT WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important information about the installation, operation, and safe use of this
product. This information should be given to the owner and/or operator of this equipment. When
installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed.
Failure to follow safety warnings and instructions in this manual can result in serious injury and/or
damage to your equipment. Read and follow all warning notices and instructions which are
included in this manual.
The Power Supply internally contains live components. There is a danger of electric shock if opened.
If the power cord is damaged then it should be replaced by the manufacturer, their agent or similar.
To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit young children to use this product unless they have been
trained by the person responsible for their safety and they acknowledge their ability to use such
equipment. To reduce the risk of accidents or incidents, service on the unit should only be
performed by your local pool Professional.
When mixing acid with water, ALWAYS ADD ACID TO WATER. NEVER ADD WATER TO ACID.
DO NOT PLUG UNIT IN IF CARTON HAS BEEN WET.
GAS BUILDUP CAN OCCUR WITH IMPROPER WIRING: To reduce the risk of personal injury the Power
Pack is designed so that the Electrolytic Cell will only receive power when the pool pump is on.
Otherwise, dangerous chlorine gas build-up can occur. If the pump is not installed to the AC
Socket (pump outlet) on the Power Pack, then the installer must ensure that the Electrolytic Cell is
never energized when the pool pump is OFF, or water is not flowing through the unit.
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1.1 Important Warnings
1.2 Important Safety Instructions
1.3 General Warnings

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2. GENERAL OVERVIEW
Congratulations on your recent purchase of your VAPURETM VP-Series Salt Chlorinator.
Please take a moment to read through the entire manual before installing your new unit.
Your chlorinator must be installed and operated as specified.
While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is
accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. Crystal
Aquatic Systems reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software
described herein at any time without prior notice.
Please remember that your VAPURETM VP-Series Salt Chlorinator is not designed to chemically
maintain your pool water and keep it balanced, but rather to produce chlorine from a mild salt
solution within the water. We encourage regular water testing, balancing and correction if, and when
required to maintain the recommended balanced levels of your pool water. This is a vital part of a
complete maintenance program and will ensure trouble free performance as well as a healthy and
sparkling clean pool.
There is one design, comprising 6 different models in our range:
The models available (VP15, 25, 25LS, 35, 45 and 55) are all reverse polarity units designed to
automatically change direction every 4-16hrs (depending on your setting). See 7.3 CELL CLEANING
to change the reversing times. This change of polarity causes the calcium to dislodge and keep the
cell plates clean. Please note occasional cleaning of the electrode plates may still be necessary.
Thank you again for choosing a VAPURETM VP-Series Salt Chlorinator.
We wish you many happy years of swimming in your crystal-clear pool.

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2. GENERAL OVERVIEW
Read and keep your manual in a safe place.
Increase chlorine production when temperature goes up.
Use Stabiliser to stabilise chlorine in the swimming pool.
Maintain your salt levels between 3000-3500ppm for optimum performance.
1500-2000ppm for VP25LS Low Salt Model.
Decrease production when temperature goes down - see 6.4 WINTER/BLANKET MODE.
WALL MOUNTING
BRACKET WITH LEVEL POWER PACK
CELL HOUSING
WITH UNIONS
2X50/40
Reducing Bushes
2X Green Wall
Plugs with Screws
The Installation
& Operating Manual
BASIC PVC FITTINGS
PVC PRIMER
AND GLUE
DRILL WITH 6MM HACKSAW NO.2 PHILIPS HEAD SCREWDRIVER
2.1 Recommendations and Helpful Hints

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3. POOL PREPARATION
Before operating your VAPURE VP- Series Salt Chlorinator please read the following:
Check your salt levels in your pool before starting your unit. See 6.6 to perform a SALT TEST.
Salt levels and mineral levels should ideally be 3000-3500ppm (1500ppm - 2000ppm for
VP25LS) and no more than 5000ppm. To achieve this TDS with minerals, you may need to
add 20-30% more product to the pool water. Contact your local pool Professional for
further assistance.
Salt levels above 6000ppm may overload the unit and cause excessive heat and void your
warranty.
For all new pool installations please seek advice from your pool builder or your local pool
Professional before adding salt, as some new surfaces request no salt to be added when initially
completed.
NEVER ADD SALT/MINERALS DIRECTLY TO THE SKIMMER BOX. This high concentration of either
salt or minerals will pass through your filtration, pump and other pool.
Handy Tips
The colder the water the lower your output but this does not mean you need more salt.
There will always be less chlorine demand in colder water.
We recommend adding 3.5kg of pool salt per 1000 litres of pool water, a 50,000lt new
pool needs approximately 175kg of salt. For the FRESHWATER LOW SALT SYSTEM Model:
VP25LS, we recommend 1.5kg per 1000 litres of pool water.
The unit can operate on mineral/magnesium chloride salts, and you should allow an extra 20-
30% of the product to achieve the correct TDS for these types of salts.
Salt should always be added to the shallow end of the pool and allowed to dissolve. Do not let
the salt settle on the floor of the pool as it may cause damage to the surface. Use your pool brush
to mix the salt into the water.
Running the pump will mix the water and help the salt to dissolve.
Only run the pump in the first 8-12 hours (ensure the cell is switched off) to allow the salt to
dissolve.
By pressing [TDS TEST] a salt measurement is taken, and a total TDS reading is displayed. The ideal
TDS reading should be an LCD display of “OK”, approximately 3000-3500ppm. If “HIGH” is
displayed, the salt level is above 4500pp and the salt level is too high, and if “LOW” is displayed
the salt is below 1000ppm and we suggest taking a sample to your local pool Professional for a
more accurate result and further assistance. For the FRESHWATER LOW SALT SYSTEM Model:
VP25LS, the ideal TDS reading is 1500-2000ppm.

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4. POWER PACK AND CELL INSTALLATION
The VAPURE VP-Series Salt Chlorinator has an Ingress Protection Rating of IP23 enabling it to be installed
outdoors. Regulations require that the Power Pack shall be installed outside the pool zone. The Power
Pack shall be installed according to AS/NZS 3000 wiring rules.
The Power Pack should be installed in a well-ventilated position ideally away from sunlight and rain to
prolong life and at least 1m above ground to prevent run off water entry.
Ensure that the Power Pack is not stored near chemicals, fertilisers or in a closed unventilated shed with
similar products as the fumes will cause excessive corrosion and damage to the internals of the Power
Pack and may void warranty.
When mounting the Power Pack on a post it is recommended to install a flat panel at least the
same size to act as a waterproof backing plate.
Mount the Power Pack with the Mounting Bracket, Green Plugs and Screws provided.
The Power Pack should be mounted no further than 1.5 metres from the Chlorinator Cell for ease of
operation.
Connect the Cell Housing horizontally in the return line to the pool (use reducing bushes supplied if
40mm PVC pipe) using high pressure PVC glue. The Cell Housing can be mounted vertically but
provision must be made for a gas trap.
Direction of water flow through the Cell Housing is not critical although we do recommend entry from the
closed end of the Cell Housing and exit from the end closest to the Cell Locking Ring. The reason is to cause less
water hammer over time on the cell plates.
Check that the O-ring is clean, greased with silicone grease (DO NOT use petroleum-based jelly) and
securely located in the Cell Housing.
Ensure Cell Locking Ring is firmly tightened by hand (DO NOT used a tool to tighten).
Connect the lead from the Cell Electrode to the Cell Plug under the Power Pack ensuring a firm snap
lock connection.
Plug the Power Pack 3 pin plug into a suitable weatherproof RCD protected 10amp outlet and then
plug the pump into the 3 pin AC Socket located at the bottom of the Power Pack.
4.1 Power Pack Installation
4.2 Cell Electrode Installation

4. POWER PACK AND CELL INSTALLATION
Important Notes:
The pump rating must not exceed 8amps.
Saltwater may damage electrical components in the Power Pack.
WARNING:
We DO NOT recommend the use of valves on the inlet or outlet of the cell housing. If you do use a
valve, then it is important to ensure that the valve cannot deadhead (lock closed) while the pump
is running. It is the installers responsibility to ensure some form of flow control is installed in this
instance and it disables the pump.
ALWAYS ensure that pipe work and equipment do not allow gases generated from the cell to
collect and build up in any part of the installation.
It is RECOMMENDED that the Cell Housing be installed horizontally to create a natural gas trap that
acts as a safety device. Installation in any other way may cause explosion, injury, or death if the
installer does not allow for gas removal. A venturi pipe is installed/molded within the Cell Housing
design to eliminate any possible gas build up, although it is always recommended to ensure proper
installation to eliminate this from happening.
The Cell Housing must be installed in the RETURN pipework to the pool. It must always be installed after
, gas heater, solar heating, or heat pump.
DO NOT apply priming fluid to the cell Housing, it is not needed and may react with the plastic.
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4.3 Installation Diagram

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5. INITIAL START UP OF YOUR UNIT
On initial startup of your VAPURE VP-Series Salt Chlorinator the
screen to the right will be displayed.
START UP CLOCK SET allows you to program the exact time of the day.
HH digits will flash and pressing [+] will increase the time and pressing
[-] will decrease the time.
Pressing [OK] saves the selected hour HH and MM.
Pressing [<] skips this menu however you will need to set this later.
MM digits will flash and pressing [+] will increase the time and pressing [-]
will decrease the time.
Pressing [OK] saves the selected hour HH and MM.
Pressing [<] returns you to the previous menu screen.
START UP RUN PERIOD allows you to program your daily run times.
2 CYCLES/DAY will flash and pressing [+] or [-] will change the selection.
PERIODS of running.
1: 2 CYCLES/DAY - unit runs from 6am-10am and 4pm-8pm
2: 1 CYCLE AM - unit runs from 8am - 4pm
3: 1 CYCLE PM - unit runs from 8pm-4am
Pressing [OK] saves the selected PERIOD
Pressing [<] returns you to the previous menu screen.
START UP INFORMATION allows you to customise the unit to your pool size.
Pressing [+] or [-] will change it in 1,000lt increments.
Holding the [+] or [-] in will change pool size in 5,000lt increments.
A reading of 40,000lt or similar flashes to show volume can be changed.
Pressing [OK] confirms your selection. If you do not know your pool size, you
can press [OK] and set this later or contact your local pool Professional for
further assistance.
Pressing [<] returns you to the previous menu screen.
5.1 Initial Start Up
5.2 Start Up Clock Set
5.3 Start Up Run Period
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5. INITIAL START UP OF YOUR UNIT
MINERAL OR SALT MIX allows you to enter the type of mineral used in the
pool.
Pressing [+] or [-] will change it from SALT to MINERAL MIX.
The reason for this is because a greater quantity of mineral product is required
for MINERALS to be as conductive as SALT.
Pressing [OK] confirms your selection.
Pressing [<] returns you to the previous menu screen.
DEFAULT DISPLAY SCREEN (DDS) displays the screen to the right. This is the
actual output % of the unit.
Pressing [+] or [-] will increase the Output setting and the screen will change
as seen on the right. This should always remain at 100% unless SPA MODE has
been selected.
The (●) symbol indicates normal operation.
T2 is the default timer displaying "Dual Timer Cycle" and T1 displays “Single Timer
Cycle” when single timer is selected.
The Mode shows AUTO, and this can be changed by pressing Power/Mode
(either AUTO, ON or OFF).
The time shows as HH:MM in 24hr clock format.
The cell status shows as FWD when the cell is in the forward direction and REV
when in the reverse direction.
The pump AC socket status is displayed, either ON or OFF.
The Water Temperature is displayed.
Any power failures return you to the DDS screen and the last saved MODE is active.
Please note: To extend the life of the LCD display, the display will become dim after 2 minutes of inactivity.
Any time you press the keypad, the LCD will become bright again, and automatically dim once activity has
stopped after 2 minutes.
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6. CONTROL PANEL OPERATION
Menus are entered by either pressing the menus shortcut button on the control
panel or by entering MAIN MENU,which is done by pressing the [OK] button.
Any inactivity in any display for longer than 60 seconds results in the display
returning to the DDS screen.
MAIN MENU allows you to enter all MENU's including those available with
shortcut buttons on the control panel.
Pressing [+] takes you to the last menu and using the [-] or [OK] enters the
first 3 menus.
Pressing [<] returns you to the previous menu screen.
Pressing [+] or [-] scrolls up or down and [OK] enters the flashing menu.
Below are the available menus in the VAPURE VP-Series Salt Chlorinator.
See 7.0 for the workings of any menu's not explained here.
1Backwash
2Brightness
3Cell Cleaning
4Chlor Boost
5Chlor Setting
6Clock/Timer
7Contrast
8Power/Mode
9Pump Setting
10 SaltTest
11 Service Menu
12 Spa Mode
13 Winter/Blanket Mode
14 pH Control Mode
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6. CONTROL PANEL OPERATION
[POWER] button changes the operating modes of your VAPURE VP-Series
Salt Chlorinator.
When pressed the Mode will change from AUTO to OFF then ON.
When the unit is first powered on, the factory setting is in AUTO as shown to
the right.
Pressing [POWER] to OFF will display the screen as seen to the right.
Pressing [POWER] to ON will display the screen as seen to the right.
Pressing [OK] from the DDS screen enters the MAIN MENU.
Pressing [+] takes you to the last menu and using the [-] or [OK] enters the first 3
menus.
Pressing [<] returns you to the DDS screen.
Pressing [+] takes you to last menus.
Pressing [+] 5 times above displays the display shown to the
right. Press [OK] to enter POWER/MODE.
Pressing [OK] enters the display shown to the right and pressing the [+]
or [-] allows you to adjust the POWER/MODE setting from AUTO to OFF
to ON.
Pressing [OK] saves the required mode and returns to the previous
screen. Pressing [<] returns you to the DDS screen.
BEFORE ENTERING CHLOR BOOST YOU MUST BE IN THE DDS SCREEN.
[ BOOST] button sets your VAPURE VP-Series Salt Chlorinator and
pump to operate for 8hrs and automatically sets the chlorine
setting to 100%. This allows for an injection of extra sanitising time,
also known as Chlorine Boost or Super-Chlorinate. The bottom line
will alternate between "[CHLOR BOOST] to END" and the fault
message if there is any fault during CHLOR BOOST.
After the set time, the chlorinator reverts to last selected POWER/MODE unless it
is in ON Mode then it reverts to AUTO.
The unit automatically defaults to 08:00 hours of ON time and the timer starts
counting down immediately.
The first two digits 08 will flash while adjusting them, as shown to the right.
Pressing [+] or [-] increases or decreases in increments of 01:00 hrs. whilst running.
When completed the unit will return to the DDS screen in the last selected
POWER/MODE state and the CHLOR BOOST LED goes OFF.
Pressing [ BOOST] again allows you to exit the CHLOR BOOST screen and return
to the DDS screen.
CHLORBOOST can also be entered by pressing the [OK] button in MAIN MENU
and scrolling to CHLOR BOOST.
6.3 CHLOR BOOST
6.2 POWER/MODE

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6. CONTROL PANEL OPERATION
BEFORE ENTERING WINTER/BLANKET MODE, YOU MUST BE IN THE DDS SCREEN.
[WINTER/BLANKET MODE] button automatically turns your VAPURE VP-Series
Salt Chlorinator set point (Chlor Setting) down by 50% when the unit is either
in AUTO or ON mode. The unit defaults to a 50% set point and will stay on this
until [WINTER/BLANKET MODE] is pressed again.
Pressing [+] or [-] increases or decreases this 50% set point by increments of
10% from 0% to 90%.
Once your desired set point is entered, pressing [OK] will return to the DDS
screen and the output will display at the lowered set point (50% or different
if you set it to that).
Pressing [WINTER/BLANKET MODE] whilst ON automatically turns this LED off and
the unit returns to a set point of 100%.
Pressing [TIMER] will allow you to adjust operating times of the unit if necessary. See 6.5 CLOCK/TIMER for
more detail or contact your local pool Professional for further assistance.
WINTER/BLANKET MODE can also be entered by pressing the [OK] button in MAIN MENU and scrolling to
WINTER/BLANKET MODE.
BEFORE ENTERING CLOCK/TIMER YOU MUST BE IN THE DDS SCREEN.
Your VAPURE VP-Series unit comes with a built-in digital timer.
CLOCK /TIMER displays are all shown in 24-hour format.
[TIMER] button allows you to set the CLOCK and run TIMER times of the chlorinator.
It is important to understand the difference between CLOCK and TIMER CLOCK,
Clock means the physical time of the day (e.g., 08:00) and TIMER means the settings
programmed to turn the unit ON and OFF
To run the chlorinator in MANUAL ON (i.e., always ON):
Mode set to: ON
T1 & T2 ON & OFF set to 00:00
CLOCK SETTING allows you to program the exact time of the day.
HH digits flash and pressing [+] increases the time and [-] decreases the time.
Pressing [OK] accepts the selected hour HH.
Pressing [<] exits you to the DDS screen.
MM digits flash and pressing [+] increases the time and [-] decreases the time.
Pressing [OK] accepts the selected minute MM.
Pressing [<] returns you to the previous display.
Obviously, sunlight and higher bather loads in summer dissipate more chlorine than in winter. That is
why you need to check your chlorine reading regularly and adjust your settings when required.
6.4 WINTER/BLANKET MODE
6.5 CLOCK/TIMER
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Summer Settings
Ideally, run for 4 hours in the morning (6am-10am) and 4 hours in the evening (4pm-8pm). For a smaller
pool you can run less hours. In extreme weather it may be necessary to run longer hours. Contact
your local pool Professional for further assistance.
Winter Settings See 6.4 WINTER MODE for more detail
Pressing [TIMER] displays the screen to the right. Pressing [+]
then changes the timer to the Single Timer Cycle (T1).
Pressing [OK] accepts the selected cycle and enters the Timer Program.
To program the actual time of the day press [TIMER] again.
Pressing [+] changes back to Dual Timer Cycle (T2).
Pressing [OK] accepts the selected cycle and enters the Timer Program.
To program the actual time of the day press [TIMER] again.
TIMER 1: ON TIME (HH)
HH digits flash and pressing [+] increases the time and [-] decreases the time.
Pressing [OK] accepts the selected hour HH.
Pressing [<] returns you to the previous display.
TIMER 1: ON TIME (MM)
MM digits flash and pressing [+] increases the time and [-] decreases the time.
Pressing [OK] accepts the selected minute MM.
Pressing [<] returns you to the previous display.
TIMER 1: OFF TIME (HH)
HH digits flash and pressing [+] increases the time and [-] decreases the time.
Pressing [OK] accepts the selected hour HH.
Pressing [<] returns you to the previous display.
TIMER 1: OFF TIME (MM)
MM digits flash and pressing [+] increases the time and [-] decreases the time.
Pressing [OK] accepts the selected minute MM.
Pressing [<] returns you to the previous display.
TIMER 2: ON TIME (HH)
HH digits flash and pressing [+] increases the time and [-] decreases the time.
Pressing [OK] accepts the selected hour HH.
Pressing [<] returns you to the previous display.
TIMER 2: ON TIME (MM)
MM digits flash and pressing [+] increases the time and [-] decreases the time.
Pressing [OK] accepts the selected minute MM.
Pressing [<] returns you to the previous display.
TIMER 2: OFF TIME (HH)
HH digits flash and pressing [+] increases the time and [-] decreases the time.
Pressing [OK] accepts the selected hour HH.
Pressing [<] returns you to the previous display.
TIMER 2: OFF TIME (MM)
MM digits flash and pressing [+] increases the time and [-] decreases the time.
Pressing [OK] accepts the selected minute MM.
Pressing [<] returns you to the previous display.
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BEFORE ENTERING SALT TEST YOU MUST BE IN THE DDS SCREEN.
[ TDS TEST] button measures the salt level in your swimming pool. A reading will appear on the screen, allow
at least 30 seconds for an accurate reading.
BEFORE PERFORMING A SALT TEST, ENSURE THE CELL IS CLEAR OF ANY CALCIUM DEPOSITS, AS THIS WILL
INSULATE THE ELECTRODES AND IMPACT YOUR READINGS. See 9.1 Inspecting and Cleaning the Cell Electrode
if manual cleaning is required.
By pressing (TDS TEST) a salt measurement is taken, and a total TDS reading is
indicated. The ideal TDS reading should be “OK”, approximately 3000-
3500ppm.
If "HIGH" is displayed, the salt level is above 4500ppm and the salt level is
too high, and we suggest taking a sample to your local pool Professional
for a more accurate result and further assistance.
Similarly, if the display indicates "LOW" take a sample of pool water to your
pool Professional for more accurate results and advice. For the freshwater low
salt system Model: CX25LS, the ideal or "OK" TDS reading is 1500-2000ppm.
The LCD display then automatically returns to the DDS.
Low salt levels (below 1000ppm) and high salt levels (above 8000ppm) are difficult to measure, and results
may become inaccurate. It may be that your cell needs replacing, contact your local pool Professional for
a more accurate result and further assistance.
The SALT TEST measurement is meant to be a guide only as many factors can impact the result. We
recommend you take your pool water sample to your local pool Professional before adding salt/minerals
or replacing your Cell.
NEVER add more salt if not required. NEVER add salt directly in the skimmer box.
SALT TEST can also be entered by pressing the [OK] button in MAIN MENU and scrolling to SALT TEST.
BEFORE ENTERING BACKWASH MODE YOU MUST BE IN THE DDS SCREEN.
[BACKWASH] button assists you in the operation of your pump and filter during the backwash process.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE PERFORMING A BACKWASH.
NEVER OPERATE THE FILTER LEVER WHILE THE PUMP IS RUNNING YOU MAY DAMAGE THE SEAL
AND LEAKS MAY OCCUR.
THE PUMP WILL START AND STOP AS YOU REQUIRE.
ENSURE ALL THE VALVES, VALVE HANDLE, LIDS, BASKETS, ETC. ARE IN THE IN THE CORRECT
POSITIONS AS PER THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE MANUFACTURERS OF THAT EQUIPMENT.
[FILTER CLEAN] can also be entered by pressing the [OK] button in the MAIN MENU and scrolling
to BACKWASH MODE.
6.6 SALT TEST
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6. CONTROL PANEL OPERATION
ALWAYS FOLLOW MANUFACTURERS INSTRUCTIONS.
IF UNSURE, PERFORM BACKWASH MANUALLY BY PRESSING [POWER] ON &
OFF TO DO THE FILTER CLEAN.
During BACKWASH the [POWER] button displays the ON LED when the pump is
running and the OFF LED displays when the pump is stopped.
Pressing [OK] starts the pump for 2 minutes and TIME LEFT will be displayed
automatically counting down in 1 sec increments.
Once the dirty water in the waste pipe or sight glass is clear press [OK] to finish.
RINSE MODE will then be displayed.
Pressing [OK] stops the pump and RINSE MODE is displayed.
Rotate the filter multi-port valve to the backwash position, ensure the handle
locks in place and once ready press [OK] to enter the RINSE MODE cycle.
Pressing [<] or [FILTER CLEAN] allows you to exit and this takes you to BACKWASH
COMPLETE.
Pressing the [OK] button starts the pump for 2 minutes.
TIME LEFT automatically starts counting down in 1 sec increments.
Once dirty water in the waste pipe or sight glass is clear then press [OK] to
finish RINSE MODE and enter BACKWASH COMPLETE MODE.
Pressing [OK] stops the pump and BACKWASH COMPLETED is displayed. Rotate
the filter multi-port valve to the filter position, ensure the handle locks in place and
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7. UNIT MENU GUIDE
See 6.7BACKWASH (CONTROL PANEL OPERATION)
BRIGHTNESS is entered by pressing the [OK] button in the MAIN MENU and
scrolling to BRIGHTNESS (Menu 2).
The factory setting is 60%.
Pressing [+] or [-] allows you to adjust the BRIGHTNESS. Pressing [OK] saves the
selection.
Smart self-cleaning technology allows the polarity of the OXI Cell plates to
change direction every 4-16hrs (depending on your setting). The change of
polarity causes the calcium to dislodge and keep the OXI plates clean.
Please note occasional cleaning of the plates may be necessary.
The factory setting is every 10 hours, and this can be adjusted from as low
as 4 hours (for high calcium areas) and as high as 16 hours.
In areas where the calcium hardness of the water is low (less than 200ppm)
cleaning of the cell may not be necessary.
Where calcium levels exceed 200ppm, regular inspection of the cell is
necessary. Cleaning in an acid solution may be necessary.
CELL CLEANING is entered by pressing the [OK] button in the MAIN MENU
and scrolling to CELL CLEANING.
See 6.3 CHLOR BOOST (CONTROL PANEL OPERATION)
CHLORSETTING automatically controls the Chlorine output for your VAPURE VP-Series Salt Chlorinator.
This feature is particularly handy when you want to run the pump for longer hours (i.e., maybe with a
variable speed pump or you want additional filtration). If this is the case the levels would be decreased.
The factory setting is set to 100%.
Pressing [+] or [-] anytime whilst in the DDS screen increases or decreases in 1% increments.
CHLOR SETTING is entered by pressing the [OK] button in the MAIN MENU and scrolling to CHLOR SETTING
(Menu 5).
See 6.5 CLOCK/TIMER (CONTROL PANEL OPERATION)
7.1 Backwash
7.2 Brightness
7.3 Cell Cleaning
7.4 Chlor Boost
7.5 Chlor Setting
7.6 Clock/Timer

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7.13 Winter/Blanket Mode
7.UNIT MENU GUIDE
CONTRAST is entered by pressing the [OK] button in the MAIN MENU and
scrolling to CONTRAST (Menu 7).
The contrast can be set to any value from 20% to 100%. The default setting is
50%.
Pressing [+] or [-] allows you to make the CONTRAST adjustment and pressing
[OK] saves the required CONTRAST and returns to the DDS screen.
See 6.2 POWER/MODE (CONTROL PANEL OPERATION)
PUMP SETTING is designed to protect your pump if there is no flow of water.
This means the time the pump is allowed to run after the water sensor on
the Cell detects there is no flow of water. The pump will be turned off from
3 to 10 minutes, after detecting no water flow.
PUMP SETTING is entered by pressing the [OK] button in the MAIN MENU and scrolling to PUMP
SETTING (Menu 9).
The default setting is 3 minutes and pressing [+] or [-] allows you to adjust the time the pump is turned off
for. Pressing [OK] saves the required protection time.
You can also select OFF and it will be disabled and will not stop the pump outlet.
See 6.6 SALT TEST (CONTROL PANEL OPERATION)
Please contact your distributor or your local pool Professional for further information.
SPA MODE allows your unit to be adjusted to suit your spa.
SPA MODE is entered by pressing the [OK] button in the MAIN MENU and
scrolling to SPA MODE (Menu 12).
Pressing [+] or [-] allows you to adjust the SPA MODE settings from OFF to
ON and ON to OFF.
Selecting the OFF setting leaves the OUTPUT SETTING at 100% and ON changes
the OUTPUT SETTING to 10%.
When SPA MODE is selected, the DDS screen will change as shown to the
right.
Pressing [OK] saves the required settings and returns to the DDS Screen.
See 6.4 WINTER/BLANKET MODE (CONTROL PANEL OPERATION)
7.10 Salt Test
7.7 Contrast
7.8 Power/Mode
7.9 Pump Setting
7.11 Service Menu
7.12 Spa Mode
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7.14 pH Control Mode
7. UNIT MENU GUIDE
The default setting on your VAPURE VP-Series Salt Chlorinator is for the acid dosing
system to be OFF. pH CONTROL MODE needs to be turned on to operate the pH
Logix System.
pH CONTROL MODE is entered by pressing the [OK] button on the main
menu and scrolling to pH CONTROL MODE (menu 14). Pressing [+] or [-]
allows you to adjust the pH MODE settings from OFF to ON and ON to OFF.
Press [OK] to SAVE the selection.
pH1 Run Time, is programmed automatically when setting up the volume of the
swimming pool in the chlorinator. The system calculates how many minutes per
day your pH controller should run based on the volume of your pool, and this
can be manually changed.
To adjust the pH Run Time enter the Main Menu by pressing the [OK] button and
scrolling to pH Control Mode (Menu 14), then select pH1 Run Time.
The LCD will now show ‘On Time: ---- min/day’.
Press [+] or [-] to adjust the ON Time in min/day.
Pressing [<] returns to the previous pH CONTROL MODE menu.
Pressing [OK] saves the required run time and returns to you to the main menu.
Saving this Run Time will result in the time being saved as the new daily default
running time of the unit.
NOTE: Some states use undiluted acid to feed the pH controller (i.e., there is no
container with a 1:3 mix). In this case the operator needs to manually change
the run time in Menu ‘pH1 Run Time’ from the displayed result to an approximate
¼ of this reading (i.e., if 15min/day is displayed then change this to 4min/day by
following the instruction above).
The ‘pH2 DEMAND or PRIME’ quantity can be manually adjusted from 0 - 5000
ml. The default reading is always 100 ml. This function is useful for Priming tubes
after an acid drum change or adding the required acid from your acid demand
test.
IMPORTANT: Enter the exact amount from your test result in ml (e.g.,
500ml) and the system automatically adds 4 times that amount,
thereby allowing for the 1:3 ACID: WATER mix ratio in the acid drum.
To select the ‘pH DEMAND or Prime’ function, enter the main menu by pressing
the [OK] button and scrolling to ‘pH Control Mode’ (Menu 14), then select ‘pH2
Demand or Prime’. Press [+] or [-] to adjust the quantity of acid required in
millilitres (ml).
Pressing [OK] saves the required quantity, the peristaltic pump starts turning and
a time-based min reading starts counting down.
You can lower the time by pressing [-] menu if you wish.
Pressing [<] returns to the previous pH CONTROL MODE menu.
Pressing [OK] saves the required run time and returns to you to the main menu. If
the lines are primed, you can stop the peristaltic pump by pressing [-], while in
the ‘pH2 DOSE TIME LEFT‘ menu, to lower the ‘Time Left:’ to 0 min.
NOTE: Some states use undiluted acid to feed the pH controller (i.e., there is no
container with a 1:3 mix). In this case the operator needs to manually change
the dose time in Menu ‘pH1 DOSE TIME LEFT’ from the displayed result to an
approximate ¼ of this reading (i.e., if 48 min is displayed then change this to 12
min by following the instruction above).
To turn OFF the acid dosing, press the [OK] button on the main menu and scroll to
pH CONTROL MODE (menu 14). Press [OK] on the ‘pH mode: ON’ menu from ‘pH
Control Mode’. Then use the [+] or [-] button to change the selection from ON to
OFF and press [OK] to save.