Evolution A15TS User manual

SALT WATER CHLORINATORS
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EVOCHLOR
SALT WATER CHLORINATOR
Installation and Operation Manual for
EVOCHLOR AUTOMATIC SELF-CLEANING CHLORINATOR
A15TS | A20TS | A25TS | A30TS | A35TS
This equipment must be installed and serviced by a qualied technician. Improper installation can create electrical
hazards which could result in property damage, serious injury or death. Improper installation will void the warranty.
This manual contains important information about the installation, operation and safe use of this product. Once
the product has been installed this manual must be given to the owner/operator of this equipment.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
2.0 POOL CHEMISTRY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
3.0 CELL INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
4.0 POWER PACK INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
5.0 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
6.0 MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
7.0 TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
8.0 WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
9.0 NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
SALT WATER CHLORINATORS
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1.0 FOREWORD
1.1 Congratulations on purchasing an Evolution Evochlor Saltwater Chlorinator for your
swimming pool. This system is designed for robust reliability and easy operation to provide
many years of trouble-free service. Please read the instructions thoroughly before operating
the unit. If you have any concerns or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to
contact our friendly staff or any of our Evolution distributors.
2.0 POOL CHEMISTRY
2.1 It is important to note that the Evochlor Chlorinator does not maintain the water chemistry
of the swimming pool water; it simply produces chlorine from a mild salt solution. To ensure
that the water is chemically balanced within the guidelines listed below, the pool water
should be tested regularly at a pool shop to maintain a sparkling and healthy pool.
pH 7.2 – 7.6
Total Alkalinity 90 – 150ppm
Cyanuric Acid 40 – 65ppm
Salt 4,000ppm
Chlorine 1.5 – 2.0ppm
2.2 The Evochlor Chlorinator is designed to operate on a salt level of 4,000 parts per million
(ppm). This is easily achieved by using the formula below, or approximately 20kg of salt for
every 5,000 litres.
For example:
Pool volume = Length x Width x Average Depth x 1000
= 9m x 4m x 1.5m x 1000
= 54000 litres
Salt required = Pool Volume x 4 (salt level required, 4000ppm)
1000
= 54000 x 4
1000
= 216kg
Or 11 x 20kg bags of pool salt
2.3 NB: Before adding salt to the swimming pool, please ensure the Evochlor Chlorinator is
switched off to avoid overload damage. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY VOID WARRANTY.
2.4 It is recommended to manually add chlorine to the swimming pool on initial startup as a
saltwater chlorinator is designed to maintain chlorine levels and not run for unnecessary
long hours to try to build an acceptable chlorine level. The manual addition of chlorine may
also be required for unforeseen situations where the swimming pool has a high chlorine
demand, for example, after a large bather load.

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3.0 CELL INSTALLATION
3.1 The electrolytic cell housing must be plumbed into the return line after the filter. Please
refer to the installation diagram, Fig.1, below for the preferred method. The cell housing has
allocations for either 40mm PVC pipe or 50mm PVC pipe with the use of the supplied PVC
reducing bushes.
3.2 If a heater is plumbed into the system, then the cell housing must be installed after the
heater in the return line to protect the elements or heat exchanger. If a solar heating system
is fitted, then the cell housing should be installed after the return line coming back from the
roof if it rejoins the main swimming pool return line.
CELL HOUSING
POWER PACK CONTROLLER
POWER OUTLET
TO POOL
RETURN
FROM POOL/
SKIMMER
BACKWASH LINE
SALTWATER CHLORINATORS
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Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Please note the installation position of the electrolytic cell for water probe positioning. Water probe faces top.
CELL HOUSING
CELL LOCATING LUG RECESS WATER PROBE*CELL LOCATING LUG
O-RING SEAL CELL CAP

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4.0 POWER PACK INSTALLATION
4.1 The Evochlor Chlorinator power pack is wall mounted by either using the supplied mounting
bracket or directly hanging on the wallwith screws (300mm centres). The power pack is to be
mounted at least 1 metre above the ground and 3 metres or more from the pool edge.
4.2 It is strongly recommended that the power pack be installed where it is protected from the
elements. Rain and sunlight will prematurely age the unit. It should also be mounted in a
position where it is away from accidental water spray. The power pack should be installed so
that adequate airflow can circulate freely around the unit to allow for sufficient ventilation.
4.3 The power pack comes with a standard 230V 10A power cable that is to be connected to
mains power. Plug the power cable into a suitable weatherproof outlet.
4.4 The power pack is fitted with a 230V 10A power socket located on the right-hand underside of
the power pack. The pool pump should be plugged into this socket so that the chlorinator and
pump activate together when the timer switches on at the allocated time settings. In a model
without a timer, the pump and chlorinator are controlled by the on/off switch (7 in Fig. 3).
Failure to plug the pool pump into this socket could lead to the chlorinator staying on with no
water circulation. Without circulation, and in the event of a water probe failure, overheating
and a possible gas build-up may occur. This build-up may damage the cell housing.
4.5 The electrolytic cell cable is connected to the power pack at the junction box on the underside
of the unit. With power off, remove the protective cover from the junction box and insert
the cell cable wires to the terminals, with the thin wire connecting to the middle position.
The screws must be firmly tightened, so there is solid contact between the wires and the
terminals. Replace the protective cover back over the junction box.

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5.0 OPERATION
5.1 The control interface on the power pack consists of the following.
1. Chlorine Output LEDs
The output lights follow the curve of the Evolution logo. If the correct salinity level is
maintained in the water, then all ten lights will illuminate at full output (100%). Each light
represents 10% chlorine output. If all lights are not illuminated, then a higher salinity levelwill
be required. Make sure all salt is dissolved correctly before adding more. The chlorine control
(2 in Fig. 3) will increase or decrease the chlorine output to suit the chlorine requirements. If
all of the indicator lights flash, then there is a water flow fault.
2. Chlorine Control
The chlorine controller determines the amount of chlorine production. By simply turning the
control clockwise, chlorine output is increased, and by turning the control anti-clockwise,
chlorine output is decreased. Do not force the control past its stop as this will damage the
unit and void warranty.
3. High Salt Light
This light is a red warning indicator and will illuminate when the salt level in the swimming
pool is higher than 4500ppm. If this light is on, together with the ten output LED’s (1 in Fig. 3),
decrease the output by turning the chlorine control (2 in Fig. 3) anticlockwise until the high
salt (red light) goes off, and all ten chlorine output LEDs remain on. If this light is the only one
illuminated then the unit has gone into the over-temperature cutout and will reset once back
to normal running temperature.
4. Polarity Light
The polarity light is the first indicator light, 10% in the chlorine output array (1 in Fig.3). This
light will alternate between orange and green every reversing cycle, 4-12 hours. The factory
setting is a 12-hour cycle.
1
2
3
4
6
7
5
Fig. 3

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Inner dial
Outer dial
Minute hand
8.00pm must match the arrow
on the inner dial (20.00)
Comes on at 8.00pm (20.00)
and turns off at 5.00am (05.00)
One tripper equates
to 15 minutes
5. Timer
The FM/1 series time switch is a 24-hour timer for controlling the chlorinator and
associated circulation pump.
Setting the Timer
To set the time, turn the minute hand clockwise until the time of day on the outer dial is
aligned with the arrow on the inner dial. For example, to set the chlorinator and pool pump
for 8.00pm, adjust the timer as per Fig. 4. The inner dial on the timer has 24 hr markings with
15-minute increments. Turn the minute hand clockwise until 20, or 8.00pm, is aligned with
the arrow on the inner dial. The hour and the minute dial will correspond to 8.00pm. It is
important to make sure that if the time is set to 8.00pm then the mark on the inner dial must
point to 20, not 8, which would be 8.00am.
The time switch is programmed by pushing the captive trippers to the outer ring position
for the entire period that the chlorinator and pump are to be turned “ON”, i.e. each segment
corresponds to 15 minutes on the 24-hour dial. When the tripper is pushed inwards, the timer
is in the “OFF” position.
Fig. 4
6. Circuit Breaker
The circuit breaker mounted on the front right-hand side of the Evochlor chlorinator is
designed to trip out in the event of a power surge or overload. When tripped, the yellow
centre button will pop out, shutting down the unit. To reset, press the yellow centre button
back in to resume normal function.
NB: Turn off the chlorinator at the power point before attempting to reset the circuit
breaker. Should the circuit breaker continue to trip, then a local Evolution distributor
should be contacted.
7. Switch
This switch allows you to choose the timer operation mode for the chlorinator and pool
pump. Switched to the left position, Timer, enables the chlorinator and pool pump to turn
off and on at the designated timer settings. The Manual selection, to the right, allows the
chlorinator and pump to work continuously until the switch setting is physically changed. The
Off position in the middle will turn power off to the chlorinator and circulation pump.

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6.0 MAINTENANCE
6.1 It is recommended that a pool water sample is taken to a pool shop and tested once per
month for analysis. Please refer to Pool Chemistry (section 2.0) for additional information.
6.2 The electrolytic cell operates most efficiently when it is clean. As a natural result of the
electrolytic process, which creates chlorine from salt molecules, calcium is attracted to
the titanium plates in the cell. The self-cleaning feature helps to inhibit such build-up and
scaling. However, the attraction of calcium and other minerals is inevitable, and eventually,
it must be removed.
6.3 The transparent housing of the cell allows easy visual inspections, and with correct water
chemistry, the cell will only need cleaning approximately every 3-6 months. In regions with
hard water (high calcium levels), more frequent cleaning may be required.
6.4 To clean the cell follow these instructions:
1. Turn off power to the chlorinator and pump.
2. Remove the cell from the cell housing by loosening the cell collar and pull the cell out of
the housing. If required, disconnect the cell cable wires at the junction box underneath the
power pack (these must be re-connected firmly and tightly).
3. With the cell removed use a high-pressure hose nozzle to spray off as much loose scale
as possible. Do not use any sharp or metallic objects to remove scale as this will damage
the cell.
4. If further cleaning is required, the cell needs to cleaned in a mixture of 1 part Hydrochloric
Acid to 10 parts water. Mix the acid solution in a bucket or tube that will fit the cell.
5. iWARNING: Chemical Hazard - When mixing acid with water, always add the acid to the
water, never add water to the acid. When using the acid, ensure to use rubber gloves and
appropriate eye protection and follow safety directions on the Hydrochloric Acid label.
6. Place the cell into the cleaning solution submerging the plates and ensuring that the cell
head does not come in contact with the acid solution. Once the cell is clean, remove it from
the cleaning solution and rinse. Replace the cell into housing in a reverse manner to the
steps above.
6.5 Only qualified electrical technicians should service the power pack. For the nearest Evolution
recommended service technician, please contact Evolution Water & Lighting Solutions on
[phone] or email us at [email protected].

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7.0 TROUBLESHOOTING
Fault/Problem Possible Cause Remedy
NO FLOW
All chlorine output
LED’s ashing
Pump turned o. Ensure the pump is on.
Closed valve. Open valve.
Air in the system. Check all o-rings and grease.
Dirty lter. Clean or Backwash lter.
Low water level. Fill up the pool.
Calcium build-up on
Water Probe sensor.
Clean probe in a mild hydrochloric
acid solution, see page 6.
HIGH SALT
Red LED illuminated
Salt level too high,
above 4500ppm.
Turn chlorine control anticlockwise
until salt levels reduce.
NO LIGHTS
Circuit Breaker tripped. Reset Circuit Breaker. If it trips
again immediately call a technician.
Mains power failure. Check switches and switchboard
circuit breaker.
LOW / NO CHLORINE
PRODUCTION
Chlorine output too low. Increase chlorine production, turn
chlorine control clockwise.
Salt level too low. Increase salt level to 4000ppm and
check stabiliser (Cyanuric) levels.
pH too high. Adjust pH between 7.2 – 7.6
Timer period too short. Increase running time.
High phosphate levels. Treat pool water with phosphate
remover.
Cell connections not secure. Check connections at junction
box under the unit.
ABNORMAL CALCIUM
BUILD-UP ON CELL
Calcium level in pool water is
extremely high or unbalanced
water chemistry.
Have water tested and balanced
as per Langlier Saturation Index.
Clean cell with mild HCl solution.
TIMER TIMES OUT
OF SYNC
Timer is not set correctly. Check setting procedure as per
page 5.
Chlorinator installed on o-peak
tari.
The timer will need battery backup
if installed on o-peak tari.
Timer / O / Manual switch not
selected correctly.
Make sure switch is selected
correctly, see page 5.
OVER TEMPERATURE
Red LED Illuminated
Only (no other lights)
Salt Level too high, above
4500ppm.
Turn chlorine control anticlockwise
until salt levels reduce.
Unit is installed in an area
where the ambient temperature
is extremely high.
Supply adequate cooling.
Install outside of the extreme
temperature area.

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8.0 WARRANTY
8.1 Evolution Evochlor Chlorinators are covered by a 3-year full warranty from the date of
purchase. The power pack and electrolytic cell are covered against defects in materials and
assembly from the date of purchase in a domestic application. All electrical or mechanical
failure due to faulty components will be repaired or replaced at no cost to the owner,
including labour. Warranty will not be covered without proof of purchase, so keep the original
purchase invoice in a safe place.
8.2 In field labour is limited to the Gold Coast city metropolitan area. Outside of these areas
the complete unit should be returned to Evolution Water & Lighting Solutions or one of our
warranty agents. Freight charges may apply and are entirely at the discretion of Evolution
Water & Lighting Solutions. Please contact us in regards to an authorised warranty agent in
your area.
8.3 The warranty will be void due to unfavourable environments and operating conditions
beyond the control of the manufacturer. These include but are not limited to: incorrect
power supply (Must be 230V, 50Hz), the chlorinator connected to an ancillary device such
as a Variable Frequency Drive, wear and tear, water and insect damage, extreme ambient
temperatures or any other adverse situation that affects the unit. All warranties only apply
if the equipment is installed and operated in complete compliance with the installation and
operating instructions.
8.4 Evochlor Chlorinators and electrolytic cells installed in a commercial situation are covered
by a 1-year warranty. Commercial situations include motels/hotels, health spas, apartment/
townhouse complexes and any location with an unusually high bather load or abnormal
conditions.
8.5 Evolution Water and Lighting Solutions will not accept liability for any consequential loss or
damage of any kind.
For all warranty enquiries, please do not hesitate to call [phone]
or email [email protected]
Purchased from:
Purchase date:
Serial No:
Model No:
IMPORTANT
Please attach sales invoice/receipt here as a proof of purchase should warranty service
be required. Please keep warranty form and retain for records.

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9.0 NOTES

Evolution Water and Lighting Solutions
1/33 Hinkler Drive, Highland Park QLD 4211, Australia [phone]
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