Compu Pool Products Compu-Chlor CPA Series User manual

LABEL COMPU-CHLOR CPA150 ELECTROLYTIC CHLORINATOR
CHLORINE GENERATING DEVICE
DOMESTIC
FOR RESIDENTIAL POOLS AND SPAS
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
REGISTRATION NO. 28744 PEST
CONTROL PRODUCTS ACT
READ THE LABEL AND OWNER'S MANUAL BEFORE USING
Can treat a maximum volume of 25,000 litres
THE COMPU-CHLOR CPA150 ELECTROLYIC CHLORINATOR CONTAINS
A POWER SUPPLY AND A CELL.
Controls bacteria and algae in swimming pools and spas.
Maximum output of hypochlorous acid equivalent to 0.083kg of free available
chlorine per day.
For swimming pools, a range of 1-3 ppm of free available chlorine must be
maintained.
For spas, a range of 3-5 ppm of free available chlorine must be maintained.
WARNING: Improper installation or operating the Compu-Chlor CPA150
electrolytic chlorinator without water flow through the cell can cause a build
up of flammable gases, which can result in FIRE OR EXPLOSION.
Compu Pool Products
88 Spencer Street
Nerang QLD 4211
Australia
Somagent Synergies Inc.
129 de Touraine,
St-Lambert, QC J4S 1H3
Canada
Phone: [phone]
17-SEP-2008 Sub. No. 2008-1581
Tiffany Holdings PTY LTD D.B.A. Compu Pool Products
P.O. Box 670
Nerang Queensland 4211
Australia
12-JUN-2008 Notification
Notification Change

REPLACEMENT CELL LABEL
COMPU-CHLOR CPA150 ELECTROLYTIC CHLORINATOR
REPLACEMENT CELL A150C
Compu Pool Products
88 Spencer Street
Nerang QLD 4211
Australia
Somagent Synergies Inc.
129 de Touraine,
St-Lambert, QC J4S 1H3
Canada
Phone: [phone]
Replacement cell for the chlorine generating device Compu-Chlor CPA150
electrolytic chlorinator.
REGISTRATION NO. 28744 PEST CONTROL PRODUCT ACT
This cell must only be used on this model of electrolytic chlorinator. Read the
label and the owner's manual for the COMPU-CHLOR CPA150 ELECTROLYTIC
CHLORINATOR before use.
17-SEP-2008 Sub. No. 2008-1581
Tiffany Holdings PTY LTD D.B.A. Compu Pool Products
P.O. Box 670
Nerang Queensland 4211
Australia
Notification Change

Owner’s Manual
88 Spen Compu Pool Products
88 Spencer Street
Nerang QLD 4211
Australia
Somagent Synergies Inc.
129 de Touraine,
St-Lambert, QC J4S 1H3
Canada
Phone: [phone]
CPA Series
Model Compu-Chlor CPA 150
17-SEP-2008 Sub. No. 2008-1581
Tiffany Holdings PTY LTD D.B.A. Compu Pool Products
P.O. Box 670
Nerang Queensland 4211
Australia
Notification Change

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Congratulations on your recent purchase of a Compu Pool Product Salt Water Generator. Please take a
moment to read through the entire manual before installing your new unit. Your generator must be
installed and operated as specified.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
•WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to operate this device
WARNING: Failure to heed the following warnings and the previous label can
result in permanent injury, electrocution or drowning.
•WARNING: Heavy pool (and/or spa) usage, and higher temperatures may require higher
chlorine output to maintain proper free available chlorine residuals
•If additional chlorine is required due to heavy bather loads, use sodium hypochlorite to
maintain an appropriate chlorine residual in the water
•Maintaining high salt and chlorine levels above recommended range can contribute to
corrosion of pool (and/or spa) equipment.
•The life of the electrolytic cell is 12,500 hours, under normal use conditions
•DO NOT add pool (and/or spa) chemical directly to the skimmer. This many damage the
cell.
•Check the expiry date of the test kit as test results may be inaccurate if used after that
date.
•When replacing the cell, only use replacement cells having a label that clearly states that
it is the replacement cell for the chlorine generating device Compu-Chlor CPA150,
REGISTRATION NUMBER 28744, PEST CONTROL PRODUCTS ACTS.
•Follow all aspects of the local and National Electrical Code(s) when installing Compu-
Chlor, model CPA150.
•Note: For outdoor pools, chlorine residuals can be protected from destruction by sunlight
by addition of stabilizer (cyanuric acid).
•For proper sanitation, spas must be completely drained periodically. The number of days
between COMPLETE SPA DRAINAGE is equal to the volume of spa water in litres, divided
by 10 times the maximum number of daily spa users. Refill spa with water and repeat
DIRECTIONS FOR USE of the device.
Health and Hyperthermia warnings for spa devices:
•People with a medical condition should consult a physician before entering pool or spa
water.
•Maximum spa water usage temperature is 40°C. Bathing in spa water at 40°C should not
exceed 15 minutes.
NOTICE TO USER: This pest control product is to be used only in accordance with the
directions on the label. It is an offence under the Pest Control Products Act to use this product
in a way that is inconsistent with the directions of the label. The user assumes the risk to persons
or property that arises from any such use of this product.

COMPU-CHLOR CPA150 OWNERS MANUAL
OPERATION- COMPU-CHLOR CPA150
The chlorinator Power Unit is to be mounted at least 1.0 metre above ground level and if possible
protected from direct weather. The Chlorinator Electrolytic Cell is to be fitted into the return to pool
line after the pump and filter. Water flow through the cell can be in either direction and ideal
installation is upright. The cell lead is to be connected to the junction box under the power unit,
ensuring the colored wires are matched correctly and the connectors are tight.
Pool salt is then added to the spa or pool to give a salinity reading.
SUPER MODEL:
Plug the Chlorinator Power Unit into the same 115/ 230 volt AC supply as the filter pump. With the
Cell switch turned on the Chlorinator will now operate when filter pump is running.
DELUXE MODEL:
Plug the Chlorinator Power Unit into 115/230 volt AC supply and plug filter pump into the outlet
underneath the Chlorinator Power unit.
Set the time clock to the desired running times and turn Cell switch to on.
To override the time clock, switch to timer manual for continual running of filter pump.
The chlorine monitor will alternate between left and right every 12 hours of operation, which prevents
the build up of white calcium on the cell plates.
For maximum efficiency adjust the chlorine Production dial to read normal in the green zone on the
chlorine Monitor. If Monitor reads in the red zone, check for too high salt content. If Monitor cannot
reach the green zone, check for low salt.
For best pool and spa chlorination results, run the Chlorinator for two or more periods a day (mid
morning and mid afternoon). A total of 2-8 hours per day is required depending on pool or spa size and
climate.
MAINTENANCE
SALT AND CHEMICALS IDEAL POOL CHEMISTRY READINGS
Swimming Pools Spas
Free Available Chlorine 1.0 – 3.0 ppm 3.0 – 5.0 ppm
pH 7.2 – 7.8 7.2 – 7.8
Total Alkalinity 100 – 120 ppm 100 – 120 ppm
Calcium Hardness 200 – 300 ppm 150 – 200 PPM
Stabilizer (Cyanuric Acid) 30 – 100 ppm (min.) 30 – 100 ppm (min.)

1. Chlorine Stabilizer (cyanuric acid): Chlorine Stabilizer is needed to maintain proper levels
of chlorine. Most unstable chlorine is destroyed by the UV radiation from the sun within 2
hours. Chlorine stabilizer must be maintained between 40 – 100 PPM.
2. Nitrates: Nitrates can cause extremely high chlorine demands and will deplete chlorine from
your swimming pool. In some cases Nitrates may even lower your chlorine levels to zero.
Your local pool professional can test for Nitrates. Make sure Nitrates are not present in your
pool.
3. Metals: Metals can cause loss of chlorine. Also, metals can stain your pool. Have your
local pool professional check for metals and recommend methods of removal.
4. Chloramines: Chloramines should not be present in pool water. When organic materials
combine with Free Chlorine, Chloramines are formed. This ties up the Free chlorine in your
pool and does not allow the chlorine in your pool to disinfect. Chloramines also cloud pool
water and burn the eyes. (Super Chlorinate (shock) to remove Chloramines at the initial
startup of the pool).
5. pH Levels: pH produced by the Chlorinator is close to Neutral pH. However, other factors
usually cause the pH of the pool water to rise. Therefore, the pH in a pool chlorinated by the
Chlorinator tends to stabilize at approximately 7.8. This is within national standards. If the
pool pH rises above 7.8 have a pool professional test to see if other factors such as high
Calcium Hardness or Total Alkalinity are the cause and then balance accordingly.
6. Total dissolved Solids (TDS): adding salt to pool water will raise the TDS level. While this
does not adversely affect the pool water chemistry or clarity, the pool water professional
testing for TDS must be made aware salt has been added for the chlorinator system. The
individual performing the TDS test will then subtract the salinity level to arrive at the correct
TDS level.
USING THE FRONT CONTROL PANEL
MAIN SWITCH
1. ON / OFF: For normal operation, the Main Switch should be left in the on position. In this
position the Compu-Chlor A150 will produce chlorine according to the desired output %.
Simply press the button again to turn the unit off.
2. SELECT BUTTON: This button will allow access to the timer settings. When using this
function the button needs to be pushed in for 3 seconds before the select button will respond,
this is provided as a safety device.
3. SUPER CHLOR: When you have an abnormally high bather load, a large amount of rain,
a cloudy water condition which needs a large amount of purification to be introduced, simply
press the SUPERCHLOR button. This electronically “super chlorinates” the water for 24
hours or until the power has been turned off.
4. WINTER MODE: When you not using your pool during the winter months, it is
advisable to activate the winter mode, simply press the WINTER MODE button. The Winter
Mode will reduce the output of chlorine to 50% of set output, for example, if output is 80%
winter mode is 40%. Reducing the chlorine output during periods when the pool is not in use
will help maximize the life of the cell.
5. MANUAL PUMP OVERRIDE: To override the time clock, switch the unit off, via the
power button. Once the unit is off, simply press the right chlorine output button. This will
allow the filter pump to continue running without chlorination.
6. CHLORINE OUTPUT LEVELS: Pressing the arrow button left or right will change the
CHLORINE PRODUCTION in 10% increments.
7. SETTING THE TIME: There are two timer functions to allow two filtration cycles per
day. Set the timer cycles to meet your desired running time via the chlorinator menu / select

button. When setting the timer use the up and down arrow keys to move the cursor and select
the correct time.
INDICATOR’S LED’s
POWER: When illuminated, the Compu-Chlor CPA150 unit has input power activate.
POLARITY 1 & 2: When illuminated, it indicates which side of the cell is producing.
NO FLOW: When illuminated, the flow switch has detected no water flowing and the
Compu-Chlor CPA150 unit has stopped generating chlorine.
HIGH SALT: When illuminated, the salt level is too high. The Compu-Chlor CPA150 unit
has an inbuilt regulating system that enables it to continue to produce chlorine with the
increased salt content. At this point do not add any further salt and allow the salt content to
return to desirable levels.
LOW SALT: When illuminated, the salt level is too low and the unit is generating at low
efficiency. Further salt is required, it is advisable to have your salt level professionally
checked.
** DISPLAY PICTURE INSERTED HERE (PICTURE 1)
ADDING SALT (sodium chloride) TO THE POOL OR SPA
DO NOT add pool/spa chemicals directly to the skimmer. This may damage the cell. Maintaining high
salt levels above the recommended range can contribute to corrosion of pool/spa equipment. If the
chlorinator has already been installed, it should be turned off before adding salt. Compu-Chlor
CPA150 is recommended to run at a salt concentration of 3500 ppm.
For pools it is best to empty the required salt into the shallow end of the pool and run the filter and
pump simultaneously while the Compu-Chlor CPA150 chlorinator is off or in manual mode to circulate
the water and dissolve the salt. Do not throw the salt bag into the pool or spa as chemicals and inks on
the bag can interfere with the water balance.
If the pool has no main drain at the bottom, place a vacuum hose head in the deep end, and sweep the
salt toward the vacuum head. The other end of the vacuum hose should be placed in the skimmer box.
Run the filter and pump with the Compu-Chlor CPA 150 chlorinator OFF to circulate the undissolved
salt in the water. Quality pool and spa salt, sodium chloride (with low levels of iron and other impurities)
should be used, with finer grades of salt usually dissolving faster. Salt may take 24 - 48 hours to dissolve
in summer and longer in winter.
SALT LEVEL
Use the chart, marked chart 1 to determine how much salt in Kgs needs to be added to reach the
recommended levels. Use the equations below (measurements are in feet/gallons and meters/litres) if
pool size is unknown.
Pool and/or Spa Volume Table – Working Out How Much Salt is Required
Gallons Litres
(pool size in feet) (pool size in meters)
Rectangular Length x Width x Length x Width x
Average Depth x 7.5 Average Depth x 1000
Round Diameter x Diameter x Diameter x Diameter x
Average Depth x 5.9 Average Depth x 785

Oval Length x Width x Length x Width x
Average Depth x 6.7 Average Depth x 893
The ideal salt level is between 3000- 6000 ppm., with 6000 ppm being optimal If the level is low,
determine the number of litres (gallons) in the pool and add salt according to chart 1. A low salt level
will reduce the efficiency of the Compu-Chlor CPA150 and result in low chlorine production. A high
salt level can cause a salty taste to your pool. In addition, operating the unit outside of the
recommended salt range will rapidly reduce the longevity of the cell. The salt in your pool/spa is
constantly recycled and the loss of salt throughout the swimming season should be small. This loss is
due primarily to the addition of water because of splashing, backwashing, or draining (because of rain).
Salt is not lost due to evaporation.
If salt content is too high you will need to reduce the level of water in your pool/spa and refill the
pool/spa with fresh water that has not been diluted with salt.
To Initially start a pool with the correct amount of salt,
Add Salt to the pool at the rate of:
6 grams / 0.006 Kilograms of salt for every 1 Litre of water
or
0.06 Pounds of salt for every imperial Gallon
or
0.22 ounces / 0.05 Pounds of salt for every 1 US Gallon of water.
Chart 1 Kg of Salt Needed to Obtain 6000 ppm in Pool or Spa (Litres)
Salt Concentration
Before Addition
(ppm)
1000 5000 10000 15000 20000 25000 30000 35000 40000
0 6 30 60 90 120 150 180 210 240
500 5.5 27.5 55 82.5 110 137.5 165 192.5 220
1000 5 25 50 75 100 125 150 175 200
1500 4.5 22.5 45 67.5 90 112.5 135 157.5 180
2000 4 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160
2500 3.5 17.5 35 52.5 70 87.5 105 112.5 140
3000 3 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120
3500 2.5 12.5 25 37.5 50 62.5 75 87.5 100
4000 2 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
4500 1.5 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60
5000 1 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40
5500 0.5 2.5 5 7.5 10 12.5 15 17.5 20
6000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
ELECTROLYTIC CELL
The Cell operates most efficiently when it is clean, so the auto cell cleaning will keep the cell free of
the white calcium build up common to standard chlorinators. However checking and possibly cleaning
any foreign buildup every six months will maintain full chlorine output and prolong cell life.
To remove the Cell, isolate the 115/230 volt power supply to filter pump and chlorinator. Unscrew the
large PVC ring at top of Cell and lift out the Cell.
To clean the Cell, if any foreign buildup is visible, immerse the cell plates into a solution of five parts
water and one part hydrochloric acid. Leave for a few minutes then hose off until cell plates are clean.
Do not submerse cell head when cleaning.

Always check that the cell connections at the junction box under the power unit are tight and correctly
matched when replaced if disconnected for cleaning.
WARNING
FOR QUALITY AND VALUE – INSIST YOUR CHLORINATOR IS ONLY SERVICED WITH
GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS AVAILABLE FROM MANUFACTURER – COMPU
POOL PRODUCTS
HELPFUL HINTS
When the chlorine Monitor is indicating in the green normal region and the Cell is clean, then the
chlorinator is producing chlorine. However, if the pool remains cloudy or the chlorine residual tests
low, then the chlorine being produced is lost due to high chlorine demand.
To reduce the chlorine demand, check the pH reading and check for low or high stabilizer reading. If
tests show correct, then a shock treatment is advised with an oxidizer agent.
Generally, superchlorination is not necessary if the pool is maintained at correct levels.
DEFINITIONS
ALGAE: Plant-like organisms which grow in water.
Especially active in summer conditions, where chlorine
disinfectant level is too low to destroy them. Algae may be green,
brown or black (Black Spot) in colour.
CHLORINE DEMAND: The amount of chlorine that should be added to the water to
provide proper bacteria and algae control.
CHLORINE RESIDUAL: The amount of chlorine left over, after the “demand” has been
met.
COMBINED CHLORINE: Weak chlorine which is combined with the contaminants in the
water.
FREE CHLORINE: Active chlorine in the water with the potency to destroy
contaminants.
SHOCK TREATMENT: The removal by means of oxidation of those materials that have
chlorine demand.
SUPERCHLORINATION: An extra large amount of chlorine added to the water.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
(1) CHLORINE RESIDUAL •Insufficient running times
Low or nil •pH too high or low
•Insufficient stabilizer
•Cell needs cleaning
•Check chlorine production
(2) CHLORINE PRODUCTION •Chlorine dial turned down
Low or nil •Salt content below 0.25%
•Cell needs cleaning
•check Cell connections at junction box under

unit
•Check fuse on power unit
•Check filter pump running
•Check water flow through Cell is sufficient
(3) WATER FLOW THROUGH •Check for air in system
CELL IS LOW •Check operation of pump
•Check filter is clean
•Check water level of pool
•Check for blockage in System

WARRANTY
Compu-Chlor CPA 150 automatic salt water generator model CPA150 carries the following warranty should
fault occur due to faulty manufacture or materials.
Compu Pool Products warrants the original purchaser of the unit for a period of 5 full years on the power
controller and on the cell from the date of purchase by the owners, should examination disclose to its
satisfaction the unit has failed due to faulty manufacture or materials.
The warranty may be void if the following occurs:
1. Damage to the unit beyond Compu Pool Product’s control.
2. If correct pool chemistry is not maintained.
3. The Power Unit and Cell are not installed correctly by any person other than a person authorized
to do so by Compu Pool Products or its agent.
4. All wearing parts which must be regularly checked and replaced when naturally worn.
5. The Electrolytic Cell is not cleaned regularly or cleaned by any other method other than by the
method recommended by the manufacturer.
6. The Chlorinator Power Unit and Cell is serviced by any other person other than a person
authorized to do so by Compu Pool Products or its agent.
This warranty is applicable to workmanship and materials only. Compu Pool Products or its agent will
replace at no charge all parts return freight paid, which display faulty workmanship or materials.
Compu Pool Products or its agent accept no responsibility for loss, damage or injuries to person or property
arising from warranty failure of equipment, or installation of that equipment, unless with the authority of
Compu Pool Products or its agent. This warranty shall not extend to any expenditure otherwise incurred.
Replacing the Cell
When replacing the cell, only use replacement cells having a label that clearly states that it is a
genuine replacement cell for the Compu-Chlor CPA150.

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