Hayward OmniPL Retrofit Kit User manual

Hayward Industries
400 Connell Drive, Suite 6100
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
Phone: [phone]
www.hayward.com
OmniPL Retrot Kit
Automation and Chlorination
Installation Manual
Contents
Safety Instructions...................1
BeforeYouBegin......................4
Worksheet..............................7
Installation.............................9
Connection Table...................12
Conguration.........................13
MountingTemplate................48
Warranty...............................50
M092792 RevB
HLXPROUPG
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING – Read and follow all instructions in this owner’s manual and on the equip-
ment. Failure to follow instructions can cause severe injury and/or death.
WARNING – Suction Entrapment Hazard. Suction in suction outlets and/or suction
outlet covers which are damaged, broken, cracked, missing, or unsecured can cause
severe injury and/or death due to the following entrapment hazards:
Hair Entrapment - Hair can become entangled in suction outlet cover.
Limb Entrapment - A limb inserted into an opening of a suction outlet sump or suction
cover that is damaged, broken, cracked, missing, or unsecured can result in a mechanical
bind or swelling of the limb.
Body Suction Entrapment - A negative pressure applied to a large portion of the body or
limbs can result in an entrapment.
Evisceration/Disembowelment - A negative pressure applied directly to the intestines
through an unprotected suction outlet sump or suction outlet cover which is damaged,
broken, cracked, missing, or unsecured can result in evisceration/disembowelment.
Mechanical Entrapment - There is potential for jewelry, swimsuit, hair decorations, fin-
gers, toes, or knuckles to be caught in an opening of a suction outlet cover resulting in
mechanical entrapment.
WARNING – To Reduce the risk of Entrapment Hazards:
• When outlets are small enough to be blocked by a person, a minimum of two
functioning suction outlets per pump must be installed. Suction outlets in the same
plane (i.e. floor or wall), must be installed a minimum of three feet (1 meter) apart,
as measured from near point to near point.
• Dual suction fittings shall be placed in such locations and distances to avoid "dual
blockage" by a user.
• Dual suction fittings shall not be located on seating areas or on the backrest for
such seating areas.
• The maximum system flow rate shall not exceed the flow rating.
• Never use Pool or Spa if any suction outlet component is damaged, broken, cracked,
missing, or unsecured.
• Replace damaged, broken, cracked, missing, or unsecured suction outlet compo-
nents immediately.
• In addition, two or more suction outlets per pump installed in accordance with
latest ASME, APSP Standards and CPSC guidelines, follow all applicable National,
State, and Local codes.
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• Installation of a vacuum release or vent system, which relieves entrapping suction,
is recommended.
WARNING – Failure to remove pressure test plugs and/or plugs used in winterization
of the pool/spa from suction outlets can result in an increased potential for suction entrap-
ment as described above.
WARNING – Failure to keep suction outlet components clear of debris such as leaves,
dirt, hair, paper, and other material can result in an increased potential for suction entrap-
ment as described above.
WARNING – Suction outlet components have a finite life. The cover/grate should
be inspected frequently and replaced at least every 10 years or if found to be damaged,
broken, cracked, missing, or unsecured.
CAUTION – Components such as the filtration system, pumps, and heater must be
positioned so as to prevent their being used as means of access to the pool by young
children. To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use or climb on this product.
Closely supervise children at all times.
WARNING – Hazardous Pressure. Pool and spa water circulation systems operate
under hazardous pressure during start up, normal operation, and after pump shut off.
Stand clear of circulation system equipment during pump start up. Failure to follow safety
and operation instructions could result in violent separation of the pump housing and
cover, and/or filter housing and clamp due to pressure in the system, which could cause
property damage, severe personal injury, or death. Before servicing pool and spa water
circulation system, all systems and pump controls must be in the off position and filter
manual air relief valve must be in open position. Before starting system pump, all system
valves must be in a position to allow system water to return back to the pool. Do not
change filter control valve position while system pump is running. Before starting system
pump, fully open filter manual air relief valve. Do not close filter manual air relief valve until
a steady stream of water (not air or air and water) is discharged.
WARNING – Separation Hazard. Failure to follow safety and operation instructions
could result in violent separation of pump and/or filter components. Strainer cover must
be properly secured to pump housing with strainer cover lock ring. Before servicing pool
and spa circulation system, filter manual air relief valve must be in open position. Do not
operate pool and spa circulation system if a system component is not assembled properly,
damaged, or missing. Do not operate pool and spa circulation system unless filter manual
air relief valve body is in locked position in filter upper body. Never operate or test the
circulation system at more than 50 PSI.
WARNING – Risk of Electric Shock. All electrical wiring MUST be in conformance
with applicable local codes, regulations, and the National Electric Code (NEC). Hazardous
voltage can shock, burn, and cause death or serious property damage. To reduce the risk
of electric shock, do NOT use an extension cord to connect unit to electric supply. Provide
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a properly located electrical receptacle. Before working on any electrical equipment, turn
off power supply to the equipment. To reduce the risk of electric shock, replace damaged
wiring immediately. Locate conduit to prevent abuse from lawn mowers, hedge trimmers,
and other equipment. Do NOT ground to a gas supply line.
WARNING – Risk of Electric Shock. Failure to ground all electrical equipment can
cause serious or fatal electrical shock hazard. Ground all electrical equipment before con-
necting to electrical power supply.
WARNING – Risk of Electric Shock. Failure to bond all electrical equipment to pool
structure will increase risk of electrocution and could result in injury or death. To reduce
the risk of electric shock, see installation instructions and consult a professional electri-
cian on how to bond all electrical equipment. Also, contact a liscensed electrician for
information on local electrical codes for bonding requirements.
Notes to electrician: Use a solid copper conductor, size 8 or larger. Run a continuous
wire from external bonding lug to reinforcing rod or mesh. Connect a No. 8 AWG (8.4 mm2)
[No. 6 AWG (13.3 mm2) for Canada] solid copper bonding wire to the pressure wire con-
nector provided on the electrical equipment and to all metal parts of swimming pool, spa,
or hot tub, and metal piping (except gas piping), and conduit within 5 ft. (1.5 m) of inside
walls of swimming pool, spa, or hot tub.
IMPORTANT - Reference NEC codes for all wiring standards including, but not limited to,
grounding, bonding, and other general wiring procedures.
WARNING – Risk of Electric Shock. The electrical equipment must be connected
only to a supply circuit that is protected by a ground-fault circuit-interruptor (GFCI). Such
a GFCI should be provided by the installer and should be tested on a routine basis. To test
the GFCI, push the test button. The GFCI should interrupt power. Push reset button. Power
should be restored. If the GFCI fails to operate in this manner, the GFCI is defective. If the
GFCI interrupts power to the electrical equipment without the test button being pushed, a
ground circuit is flowing, indicating the possibility of an electrical shock. Do not use this
electrical equipment. Disconnect the electrical equipment and have the problem corrected
by a qualified service representative before using.
CAUTION – HAYWARD®pumps are intended for use with permanently-installed pools
and may be used with hot tubs and spas if so marked. Do not use with storable pools.
A permanently-installed pool is constructed in or on the ground in a building such that it
cannot be readily disassembled for storage. A storable pool can be readily disassembled
for storage and reassembled to its original integrity.
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FCC Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two con-
ditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Hayward could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc-
tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
Industry Canada Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
The term “IC” before the certification / registration number only signifies that the Industry Canada
technical specifications were met.
Before You Begin
Compatibility
The Hayward OmniPL Retrofit Kit is designed to convert your old ECOMMAND, ProLogic, AquaLogic
or AquaPlus into a web enabled pool automation control with convenient touchscreen interface.
The conversion offers the next generation of technology to manage pool/spa equipment, allowing
communication to web connected computers and mobile devices. You can now conveniently monitor
your pool/spa and change settings anytime and from anywhere.
This OmniPL Retrofit Kit is compatible with all “P-4”, “PS-4”, and “PS-8” units. The HLXPROUPG is
not compatible with “PS-16” although two kits could be installed (one in PS-16, one in the Expansion
unit) to manage one pool. For this operation, separate the control into two sites in the mobile app.
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The current control’s configured equipment, timers and settings will be lost after replacing the main
printed circuit board (mainboard) with the OmniPL Retrofit Kit mainboard. It’s important to capture
all of this information before starting the installation. A worksheet is provided on the following pages
to record all current settings.
This upgrade will convert the current control to the Omni family of products and will require Omni
specific accessories. Some ProLogic, AquaLogic or AquaPlus accessories will no longer work with
the OmniPL after upgrading. If you are currently using a wired or wireless remote control or an AQL-
CHEM Sense and Dispense Kit with your control, be aware that those items will not work after the
upgrade. A list of Omni compatible accessories are listed below.
HLWALLMOUNT Wired Wall Mount Remote Terminal
HLWIRELESS Portable Wireless Remote Terminal
HLSPASIDE Wired Spa Remote
HL-CHEM ORP & pH Sensing Kit for monitoring and controlling pool chemistry
NOTE: For systems using a Hayward Ecostar VSP running firmware version less than R3.0.5 (pumps
built before 2014), a Hayward SPX3400LCD display must be purchased and installed on the EcoStar
pump if variable speed operation is desired with the OmniPL. If single speed control is desired, no
changes are necessary.
NOTE: If the control is using networked ColorLogic Lights, the lights must be put into “Standalone”
(default) mode before disconnecting the control. The OmniPL can only control ColorLogic lights in
“Standalone” mode.
Overview
The procedure to install the OmniPL Retrofit Kit is as follows:
1. Record Configuration, Settings and Timers Information: Record all programming information on
the enclosed worksheet.
2. Record and identify all Wiring Connections: Make sure that ALL circuit breakers are OFF prior
to mainboard replacement and the unit power is disconnected. Remove the deadfront panel
and identify all current wiring connections to the ProLogic, AquaLogic or AquaPlus mainboard.
You’ll need to be familiar with each connection to properly wire the new OmniPL mainboard.
3. If using networked ColorLogic Lights: Networked ColorLogic lights must be put into “Stand-
alone” (default) mode before removing the current mainboard. The OmniPL can only control
ColorLogic lights in “Standalone” mode.
4. Swap Mainboards, mount Controller and Program: Remove all wiring connections to the main-
board. Remove the mainboard from the enclosure. Install the new OmniPL mainboard. Mount
Controller and connect all wiring to the OmniPL mainboard. Configure the OmniPL using all of
the programming information previously recorded on the worksheet (Configuration, Timers, and
Settings menus). Check that all functions are operating properly.
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OmniPL Controller
The Controller is weather resistant and comes with a 15 ft cord. Its resistive touchscreen with flip
down cover is designed to function year round directly in the elements. Because it plugs into the
OmniPL mainboard, it should be mounted close by, but in a location that is convenient for the user
to periodically view and change pool/spa settings. Lastly, the Controller contains the Wifi radio and
its location should be considered if planning to use a wireless connection to the home router or ac-
cess point. A wireless mobile device (phone, tablet, etc.) could be used to test the signal strength at
the intended mounting location. The Controller features a USB connector for firmware updates and
logging feature as well as an Ethernet connector for optional direct wire connection to your router (if
wifi won’t or can’t be used).
What’s Included
Check that the following components have been included in your package:
• OmniPL Mainboard
• Controller
• 4 conductor transformer secondary cable
• 2 conductor transformer primary cable
• 2 conductor power input cable
Tools Needed
Acquire the following items for installation:
• Phillips and flat screwdrivers
• Wire cutters and strippers
• Drill and drill bits for mounting Controller
• Anchors and fasteners for mounting Controller
Record Configuration, Settings and Timer Information
Before installation, fill out the worksheets on page 7 and 8 by navigating through the various menu
screens on your ProLogic, AquaLogic or AquaPlus. Most of the information can be found within the
Configuration Menu.
To access the Configuration Menu:
NOTE: The configuration menu automatically “locks” after 2 minutes of no buttons being pressed to
prevent unauthorized people from changing the control logic inadvertently and possibly damaging
the pool equipment or causing a “call back” to fix the configuration.
Configuration
Menu-Unlocked
Configuration
Menu-Locked
Press repeatedly until “Configuration Menu” is displayed
Move to configuration menu items
Press BOTH buttons SIMULTANEOUSLY for 5 seconds to unlock
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SYSTEM WORKSHEET
Configuration Menu
Chlorinator Enabled Disabled
Filter Config Pump Speed 1 Speed 2 Speed Variable
Freeze Protection Enabled Disabled
Heater1 Config Heater Enabled Disabled
Heater Cooldown Enabled Disabled
Heater Extend Enabled Disabled
Heater2 Config Heater Enabled Disabled
Heater Cooldown Enabled Disabled
Heater Extend Enabled Disabled
Solar Config Solar Enabled Disabled
Solar Extend Enabled Disabled
Solar Priority Enabled Disabled
Pool/Spa Config Function Pool Only Spa Only Pool & Spa
Spillover Enabled Disabled
Filter operation Pool only Spa Spillover
Lights Config Function Manual On/Off Timeclock Countdown Timer
Aux1 Config Function Manual On/Off Timeclock Countdown Timer
Solar Low Speed
Interlock Enabled Disabled
Freeze Protection Enabled Disabled
Aux2 Config Function Manual On/Off Timeclock Countdown Timer
Solar Low Speed
Interlock Enabled Disabled
Freeze Protection Enabled Disabled
Aux3 Config Function Manual On/Off Timeclock Countdown Timer
Solar Low Speed
Interlock Enabled Disabled
Freeze Protection Enabled Disabled
Aux4 Config Function Manual On/Off Timeclock Countdown Timer
Solar Low Speed
Interlock Enabled Disabled
Freeze Protection Enabled Disabled
Aux5 Config Function Manual On/Off Timeclock Countdown Timer
Solar Low Speed
Interlock Enabled Disabled
Freeze Protection Enabled Disabled
Aux6 Config Function Manual On/Off Timeclock Countdown Timer
Solar Low Speed
Interlock Enabled Disabled
Freeze Protection Enabled Disabled
(2 speed filter pump)
(2 speed filter pump)
(2 speed filter pump)
(2 speed filter pump)
(2 speed filter pump)
(2 speed filter pump)
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Spa Heater1 Temperature _____ Spa Chlorinator Setting _____%
Pool Heater1 Temperature _____ Pool Chlorinator Setting _____%
Spa Heater2 Temperature _____ VSP Speed 1 _____
Pool Heater2 Temperature _____ VSP Speed 2 _____
Spa Solar Temperature _____ VSP Speed 3 _____
Pool Solar Temperature _____ VSP Speed 4 _____
Filter Pump All Days/Weekends _______to_______ Weekdays _______to_______ Speed _____
Filter Pump2 All Days/Weekends _______to_______ Weekdays _______to_______ Speed _____
Filter Pump3 All Days/Weekends _______to_______ Weekdays _______to_______ Speed _____
Filter Pump4 All Days/Weekends _______to_______ Weekdays _______to_______ Speed _____
Lights All Days/Weekends _______to_______ Weekdays _______to_______
Aux1 All Days/Weekends _______to_______ Weekdays _______to_______
Aux2 All Days/Weekends _______to_______ Weekdays _______to_______
Aux3 All Days/Weekends _______to_______ Weekdays _______to_______
Aux4 All Days/Weekends _______to_______ Weekdays _______to_______
Aux5 All Days/Weekends _______to_______ Weekdays _______to_______
Aux6 All Days/Weekends _______to_______ Weekdays _______to_______
Valve3 All Days/Weekends _______to_______ Weekdays _______to_______
Valve4 All Days/Weekends _______to_______ Weekdays _______to_______
Valve3 Config Function Manual On/Off Timeclock Countdown Timer
Solar In-Floor Cleaner
Interlock Enabled Disabled
Freeze Protection Enabled Disabled
Valve4 Config Function Manual On/Off Timeclock Countdown Timer
Solar In-Floor Cleaner
Interlock Enabled Disabled
Freeze Protection Enabled Disabled
All Timeclocks 7-Day 2/5 Day
Time Format 12 hour 24 Hour
Units English Metric
Configuration Menu (continued)
Settings Menu
Timers Menu
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Installation
Identify and Remove Wiring Connections
NOTE: The following instructions are for ProLogic or AquaPlus upgrades. For AquaLogic and
ECOMMAND upgrades, refer to the instructions starting on page 11.
COMPLETELY DISCONNECT POWER TO THE CONTROL AND ITS ELECTRICAL PANEL. With power
disconnected, remove the deadfront panel to expose the mainboard. You may want to take photos
or mark the wiring with tape to identify connections. Most of these wires will be connected to the
new OmniPL mainboard included in the kit. A general description of the connectors is shown on the
following page but if there is any question about a connection, trace back the individual wiring to the
equipment. Note that the sensor/interlock and heater output screw terminal blocks will fit on the new
OmniPL mainboard. After removing connections, proceed to the bottom of page 11.
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ITEM DESCRIPTION
1Remove local display keypad by pulling straight up (away from
mainboard) and disconnecting the connector.
2 Wireless base receiver and AQL-CHEM Sense and Dispense connection
3 Optional remote displays and VSPs (terminal block)
4 Four sensor inputs and external input interlock (terminal block)
5 Two heater outputs (terminal block)
6 Valve outputs
7 Turbo cell
8 Flow switch
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Rectifier wiring - these red, black, and orange wires must be removed
from both ends (mainboard and rectifiers) and discarded. This wiring
will not be used with the OmniPL mainboard. To maintain enclosure
integrity, do not remove rectifiers.
10
Transformer wiring - These two yellow wires secondary transformer
wires will be connected to Wago lever connectors on a wiring harness
that plugs into the OmniPL mainboard.
11
Rectifier wiring - This orange wire must be removed from both ends
(mainboard and rectifier) and discarded. This wiring will not be used
with the OmniPL mainboard. To maintain enclosure integrity, do not
remove rectifiers.
12
Input power wiring - These black and white wires will be connected to
Wago lever connectors on a wiring harness that plugs into the OmniPL
mainboard.
13
pH pump output wiring - These two connections go to an acid pump
used to control pH. If this pump connection is used, it will need to be
wired to a high voltage relay after the OmniPL mainboard swap. There is
no pH pump output on the OmniPL mainboard.
14
Transformer wiring - These blue, purple, white and gray primary
transformer wires will be connected to a wiring harness that plugs into
the OmniPL mainboard.
15 Relay wiring - this wiring will plug into an identical connector on the
OmniPL mainboard.
ProLogic or AquaPlus only
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AquaLogic and ECOMMAND Upgrade Instructions
COMPLETELY DISCONNECT POWER TO THE CONTROL AND ITS ELECTRICAL PANEL. With power
disconnected, remove the deadfront panel to expose the mainboard. You may want to take photos
or mark the wiring with tape to identify connections. Most of these wires will be connected to the
new OmniPL mainboard included in the kit. A general description of the connectors is shown below
but if there is any question about a connection, trace back the individual wiring to the equipment.
ITEM DESCRIPTION
1Remove local display keypad by pulling straight up (away from
mainboard) and disconnecting the connector.
2 Wireless base receiver connection
3 Optional remote display and VSPs
4 Three sensor inputs (Pool/Spa, Air, Solar)
5 Two heater outputs
6 Three valve outputs
7Relay wiring - this wiring will plug into an identical connector on the
OmniPL mainboard.
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Input power wiring - These black and white wires will be connected to
Wago lever connectors on a wiring harness that plugs into the OmniPL
mainboard.
Remove old Mainboard and install new OmniPL Retrofit Kit Mainboard
With all the wires disconnected from the old mainboard, unscrew the two fasteners located at the
bottom of the mainboard and then remove. Position the new OmniPL mainboard in its place. The
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ECOMMAND
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AquaLogic or ECOMMAND only
WARNING! Damage Can Occur!
Remove each heater
connection individually
and connect to the proper
location on the new OmniPL
board. Incorrect heater wiring
can damage the OmniPL
mainboard and your heater.
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new mainboard uses the same type of plastic standoffs as the old and will attach in the same man-
ner. Tighten the two screws to secure the OmniPL mainboard. The local display will not be reused.
Wiring the OmniPL Mainboard
ECOMMAND: Because the ECOMMAND did not require a transformer, a Hayward GLXS3PLXFMR
transformer must be purchased separately to power the OmniPL mainboard. Refer to the mounting
instructions included with the GLXS3PLXFMR. After installation, refer to the wiring instruction below
but note that the GLXS3PLXFMR provides its own primary and secondary wiring harnesses that are
ready to connect to the OmniPL mainboard and will not use the harnesses that come with this kit.
Only the input wiring harness will be used.
Some old accessories won’t be connected as they are not compatible with the OmniPL. Do not
connect any of the wired remote controls, AQL-CHEM Sense and Dispense Kit, or AQL2-BASE-RF
wireless base station. Also, some of the transformer connections won’t be made to the new OmniPL
mainboard. That information is shown in the callouts to the diagram on the bottom of page 9.
Used for Smart Relay, Smart
Heater, and VSP connections. Do
not connect old wired remote
controls to this connector.
These connections are the
same as the old control. Con-
nect sensors and interlocks
here. Refer to the mainboard
for the name of each con-
nection.
These connections are the
same as the old control. Con-
nect the heater(s) here.
Valve outputs are the
same as old control.
TurboCell connector
is the same as old
control.
Used for optional HL-CHEM Sense and Dispense ac-
cessory. Do not connect a wireless base station to this
Used for an optional HLWALL-
MOUNT remote control.
Internal relay connec-
tors are the same as
the old control.
Secondary
transformer
wiring harness
Primary transformer
wiring harness con-
nects to #14 on
page 9.
Input power
wiring harness
Flow Switch connectors
are the same as old
control.
OmniPL Mainboard
The OmniPL secondary transformer wiring harness included in the kit plugs it
into the mainboard as shown. Strip back wires 0.4” and attach two lever type
lever nuts according to the diagram above. Locate the two yellow leads from
the transformer secondary (#10 on page 9). Cut off the spade connectors and
strip wires back 0.4”. Insert stripped bare leads into the lever nuts and close the
levers to secure. Be sure that no bare wire can be seen coming out of the lever
nuts.
Connect the OmniPL Controller
here.
FS 2
FS 1
Locate the OmniPL input
wiring harness and cut to a
desired length. Strip back
wires 0.4” and attach two
lever type wiring nuts as
shown. Locate the black
and white power leads
(#12 on page 9). Cut off
the spade connectors and
strip wires back 0.4”. Insert
stripped bare leads into
wire nuts and closed down
on the lever to secure.
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Most of the connections from the old mainboard will be made to an equivalent connector on the
new OmniPL mainboard. The transformer and power input connections will use the supplied wiring
harnesses using the colors as a reference for each connection; blue to blue, purple to purple, etc.
The yellow secondary transformer leads will connect to the supplied wiring harness shown on the
previous page. The harness and the yellow transformer leads will need to be cut and stripped before
inserting into the Wago lever connectors.
Controller
The Controller comes with a 15 ft cord and plugs into the OmniPL mainboard. It should be mounted
in a location that is convenient for the user to view and change pool/spa settings and within range
of the home’s wireless network access point. When considering the mounting location, make sure
there is enough clearance above the enclosure so that the flip door will be able to be opened
fully. Also be sure to allow enough clearance below the Controller to access the USB and Ethernet
connectors. For best viewing
results, position the Controller
where it won’t be subjected to
direct sunlight.
The Controller has two keyhole
cutouts on the back of its en-
closure. A mounting template is
provided on page 48. To mount,
screw two appropriate fasten-
ers into the mounting surface
at the desired location as shown
below. Tighten until the bottom of the screw heads are 1/8” off the mounting surface. Position the
Controller cutouts over the screw and slide the unit downward. You may have to tighten or loosen
the screws slightly to fully engage the screw heads to get a snug fit.
Run the Controller’s 15 ft cable back to the OmniPL mainboard and plug it into the connector shown
on page 10. There are rubber plugs
covering the USB port and Ethernet
port on the bottom of the Controller
for protection from the elements.
The Ethernet port is available if a
wired connection to the access point
is desired over the built-in wifi. For
Ethernet connections, use outdoor
rated Cat5e or Cat6 Ethernet cable.
Connect one end to the Controller
and the other to an available LAN
port (not WAN) on the home router or
access point as shown.
2.85”
Ethernet port
Router
LAN port
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Connection Table
During configuration, the OmniPL will identify the pool equipment using the Connection ID shown on
the table below. You’ll be prompted to provide which pool equipment is connected to each Connec-
tion ID. Because the control was previously wired, take this time to go through each connection and
fill out the table. Refer to the graphic below for the physical location of these connections.
When using Optional Smart Relays
ID
HVR1 HVR2 HVR3 HVR4
HVR5 HVR6 HVR7 HVR8
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Configuration
Initial Configuration
With all connections complete, tuck back all the wiring to prepare for the deadfront installation.
Locate the new deadfront and knockout all appropriate breaker locations. Install the new deadfront
panel and reattach the door. The OmniPL can now be powered on for the first time. Apply power
at the main panel and wait for the OmniPL to completely start. This may take a full minute or two.
Because this is the first time that the OmniPL has been powered on, it will bring you directly to the
initial configuration screen shown below. Note that the OmniPL uses a resistive touchscreen that
is appropriate for a pool environment. It requires a deliberate push when selecting a button. At the
initial configuration screen, touch the Configuration button in the center of the screen. On the follow-
ing screen, touch the Configuration Wizard button as shown below.
About the Configuration Wizard
The OmniPL uses a Configuration Wizard to assist in configuration. The Configuration Wizard will ask
general questions relating to your pool/spa and specific questions about connected pool equipment.
Because this process may take some time, do not begin to configure the OmniPL unless you can
dedicate at least 15 minutes or more. Configuring the OmniPL requires knowledge of all of the con-
nected pool equipment so have the Connection Table (page 12) handy while configuring the OmniPL.
If you are asked a question and don’t know the answer, in many cases you’ll be able to skip the
question and proceed. In some cases the Configuration Wizard will require an answer. Answer the
question to the best of your ability and take note as you’ll be able to go back into the Configuration
Wizard at a later time to make changes.
Navigation
The Configuration Wizard has been designed to be intuitive allowing most users the ability to navi-
gate with little instruction. On the following page, a list of commonly used buttons are explained.
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Done - Touch this button to complete your selection.
Cancel - Touch this button to cancel your selection.
Advance - Touch this button to advance to the next screen.
Back - Touch this button to return to the previous screen.
Add - Touch this button to add an item
Delete - Touch this button to delete a highlighted item.
After being prompted to make a selection or answer a question, touch the Done button (if avail-
able) and then the Advance button to go to the next screen. To go back to a previous screen, touch
the Back button. Many selections will require you to touch the Done button before allowing you to
advance. If a wrong selection has been made, touch the Delete button or Cancel. Some settings
can be made by sliding a bar left or right to decrease or increase a value. You may be required to
assign names to equipment. In this case, a keyboard will be displayed and you’ll be able to type the
desired name. After naming the equipment, save then advance. This method is repeated throughout
the Configuration Wizard.
Begin the Configuration Wizard
In the Configuration Wizard, select “New” to create a new Configuration file for the OmniPL. Once
underway, keep advancing until you have completed the Wizard. At the end of the Wizard, you’ll have
the opportunity to save your settings or exit without saving.
If additional pool or backyard equipment is added after initial configuration, or you’d like to make
a change to an existing configuration setting, re-enter the Configuration Wizard and select “Edit”.
The initial configuration settings will be retained and you’ll have an opportunity to make changes
or additions. Be sure to save your configuration when exiting. See page 36 for a Quick Edit Guide.
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Configuration Wizard Guide
As you progress through the Configuration Wizard, refer to the following information to help answer
questions and make selections.
Would You Like To Set Up A Network Connection Now? - You can select whether to connect to
the internet through a wired connection or wireless. If no connection is desired or you will be setting
up the connection later, select “not now”.
Enable Screen Color Changes For System Alerts? - To alert the user of warning conditions (no
flow, failed sensor, etc.), the OmniPL can change its screen color. The screen can display yellow or
red depending on the severity of the condition.
Time and Date - “Automatically get time and date from internet” and “Automatically adjust for
daylight savings time” are enabled by default. It is recommended that you leave them enabled if
your OmniPL system has an internet connection. Disabling “Automatically get time and date from
internet” will allow you to set the current date and time using a 12hr clock (AM/PM) or 24hr clock
(military time). Save by touching the Done button when finished. NOTE:When registering the OmniPL
and creating a web account, you’ll be prompted to enter a Time Zone. Be sure to enter the same
time zone as the physical location of the OmniPL, otherwise schedules and timers will be inaccurate.
Select Desired Units of Measure - If Standard is selected, temperatures will be displayed in Fahr-
enheit. If Metric is selected, temperatures will be displayed in Celsius.
MSP ID - The OmniPL MSP ID number will be displayed. This unique number is used to identify
your OmniPL when setting up a web account. A web account is needed to access the OmniPL over
the web by mobile devices. IMPORTANT: write down the MSP ID number for future use. The MSP
ID number will be needed when entering the configuration wizard after initial configuration as well
as entering and exiting Simple Mode. Simple Mode is a customizable screen that can be set up for
quick access to pool/spa functions and features.
How many Bodies of Water? The OmniPL can support one or two bodies of water, typically a pool
and spa. Select the number and advance. You’ll be brought to a screen where you can add, delete
or edit a Body of Water. When initially configuring the OmniPL, a “?” will appear in the Body of Water
button. You will have to configure this body of water by selecting it and then touching the Advance
button. When finished configuring bodies of water, you’ll be returned to this same screen. Touch
the Done button and advance to the next section of configuration.
IMPORTANT: The following instructions are for Body of Water 1 configuration. When finished with
the first Body of Water, you’ll follow the same instructions for the second Body of Water. When
configuring the second Body of Water, you’ll have the option of using “Shared Equipment”. If Shared
Equipment is enabled, the second Body of Water will use the filter pump as well as other equipment
(heater, chlorinator, etc.) that has been assigned to the first Body of Water. Additionally, you will have
the option for using “Shared Heaters”. If you have dual equipment with shared heaters, this can be
configured from the second Body of Water’s configuration menu. See page 31 for more information
regarding Shared Equipment in the second Body of Water configuration menu.
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What is the Body of Water type? Select the type of Body of Water that you would like to configure.
The choices are Pool and Spa.
Name of Body of Water - Selecting the box will allow you to edit the name. During initial
configuration, the box will be blank. Select the box and then use the keyboard to enter the
desired name of the body of water.
Size of Body of Water - Enter the Body of Water size in gallons.
How Many Filter Pumps? - This question is for THIS BODY OF WATER ONLY. For example: If you
have 2 pumps; one for the pool Body of Water and one for the spa Body of Water, you would answer
“1” to this question.
If “1”or more is selected:
Name Filter Pump - Touch the box and use the keyboard to name the filter pump.
What Type - Depending on your answer, the OmniPL will use one relay (single speed
pumps), two relays (two speed pumps) or the low speed communication bus (VSP pumps)
for pump control. Select the type of pump and advance.
If one speed or two speed pump is selected:
Which Relay is it Wired to? If using a single speed or two speed pump,
you’ll be asked which relay(s) is wired to the pump and a box will be shown.
Slecting the box will bring you to a table showing all detected relays. Select
the proper relay(s) from the table and touch the Done button to proceed. The
relay(s) should now be shown in the box(es) and you can advance to the next
screen to continue the pump configuration.
Filter Pump Off for Valve Change? When Yes is selected, the pump will shut
off for 35 seconds whenever the valve(s) change position.
Flow Monitoring Enabled? Requires use of a Hayward flow switch. This fea-
ture will help protect the filter pump from damage due to no flow. When Yes is
selected, the OmniPL will monitor the state of water flow when the filter pump is
on. If no flow is detected for more than 20 minutes, the OmniPL will shut down
the pool pump and will indicate an error. The error will be cleared the next time
the pump is turned on.
Would You Like to Enable Priming? Select whether you want the filter pump
to prime when turned on. This will turn the pump on at high speed for a set
amount of time to establish normal water flow every time the pump is activated
after being off for at least 30 seconds. If Yes is selected, the following screen
will allow you to choose the length of time the pump will prime. This option only
appears if the filter pump is configured as a 2-Speed pump.
Freeze Protection Enabled? Freeze protection is used to protect the pool and
plumbed equipment against freeze damage during cold temperatures. If freeze
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protection is enabled AND the air temperature falls below the freeze threshold,
the OmniPL will turn on the filter pump to circulate the water. If two Bodies of
Water are configured, the valves will also alternate between the pool and spa
every 30 minutes and the filter pump will turn off while the valves are turning.
The chlorinator will not operate if freeze protection is the only reason the pump
is running.
If Yes is selected:
Freeze Protection Temperature? Select the temperature to be
used for freeze protection. Temperature is adjustable from 33ºF-
42ºF (1ºC-6ºC). 38ºF (3ºC) is default. This threshold will be used for
all outputs that have freeze protection enabled.
If VSP is selected:
Which Hayward Unique Address? If using a VSP, you’ll be asked what is the
Hayward Unique Address (HUA). If a value is already shown in the box, advance
to the next screen. If no value is shown, selecting the box will bring you to a
table showing all detected devices. Select the proper HUA from the table and
touch the Done button. If unsure of the HUA, refer to the pump’s manual for
instructions on how to determine the pump’s HUA. Once selected, the address
should now be shown in the box and you can advance to the next screen to
continue the VSP configuration.
Pump Capacity - Set the minimum and maximum RPM of the pump. Refer to
your pump manual for more information.
Permitted User Setting - The OmniPL will automatically calculate these values
based on the minimum and maximum RPM that were previously entered. They
can be changed as desired.
Speed Presets - Set the Low Pump Speed %, Medium Pump Speed %, and
High Pump Speed %, presets. These presets will be used when setting sched-
ules for your pump.
Filter Pump Off for Valve Change? When Yes is selected, the pump will shut
off for 35 seconds whenever the valve(s) change position.
Flow Monitoring Enabled? Requires use of a Hayward flow switch. This fea-
ture will help protect the filter pump from damage due to no flow. When Yes is
selected, the OmniPL will monitor the state of water flow when the filter pump is
on. If no flow is detected for more than 15 minutes, the OmniPL will shut down
the pool pump and will indicate an error. The error will be cleared the next time
the pump is turned on.
Would You Like to Enable Priming? Select whether you want the filter pump
to prime when turned on. This will turn the pump on at high speed for a set
amount of time to establish normal water flow every time the pump is activated
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