Hayward AquaRite 100 Installation guide

AquaRite 100®
Technical Training Guide
TSG-AQR100cCopyright 2022 Hayward Holdings Inc.

Safety Precautions
!
Warning
High Voltage Electrocution Hazard
Hazardous voltage can shock, burn, cause serious injury
and or death. To reduce the risk of electrocution and or
electric shock hazards:
•Only qualified technicians should remove the panel
•Replace damaged wiring immediately
•Insure panel is properly grounded and bonded

Table of Contents
How AquaRite® 100 Works Pg. 4
Main Display/Function Layout Pg. 5-6
Main PCB Layout Pg. 7
Water Chemistry Requirements Pg. 8
How To: Pg. 9-19
1. Input Voltage Configuration
2. Adjust Daily Chlorine Output
3. Clean Electrolytic Cell
4. Test/Replace Call Cable
10
11
12-13
14-19
Troubleshooting: Pg. 20-54
1. No LED’s/Random LEDs on Display
2. Inadequate Water Flow LED
3. Problem Detected with MIN LED or LED #2
4. Problem Detected with LED # 3 or LED #4
5. Problem Detected with LED # 5,6,7, or 9
6. Problem Detected with LED # 8 or MAX LED
7. Standing By LED Blinking
21-30
31-33
34-41
42-45
46-49
50-54
55
Additional Information: Pg. 56-60
Salt Addition Table 57
Salt Dilution Formula
Replacement Parts List
58
59
Reading Serial Numbers 60

AquaRite: How It Works
•The AquaRite 100 Salt Chlorine Generator is
designed to convert 99% pure salt into chlorine
gas (CL2(g)).
•When CL2(g) is dissolved in water it creates
Hypochlorous Acid (HOCL) to sanitize the pool.
•The conversion occurs in the electrolytic cell,
also known as the cell (used throughout this
guide).
•Power is sent from the AquaRite 100 control
center to the cell when chlorine production is
scheduled (based on time percentage).
•When power is applied to the cell, conductive
plates produce a field; which in-turn establishes
an electrochemical reaction between chloride
ions & the water to create Hypochlorous Acid.
4

AquaRite 100: Display Layout
AInadequate Water Flow LED
BCell Life Low LED
CProblem Detected LED
DStanding By LED
EGenerating Chlorine LED
FSuper Chlorinating LED
GMinimum Chlorine Output LED (10%)
HDAILY CHLORINE OUTPUT LED’s
IChlorine Output Adjustment Buttons
JSuper Chlorinate Button
KMaximum Chlorine Output LED (100%)
C
D
E
F
G
B
A
K
I
J
H
5

AquaRite 100: Display Function
AIlluminates when there is no flow or
low flow through the cell
BIlluminates when cell has reached the
end of its expected life
CIlluminates if there is a problem with
the unit
D
Illuminates when unit is waiting for
the filter pump to turn on or is in-
between generating cycles
EIlluminates when unit is actively
generating chlorine
FIlluminates when unit is Super
Chlorinating
G
The minimum daily chlorine
output amount of chlorine being
generated
HIndicates daily chlorine output settings
IPress ( + ) and ( -) to increase or
decrease the chlorine generation
JBoosts daily chlorine output to 100% for
24 hours
KThe maximum daily chlorine output
amount of chlorine being generated
C
D
E
F
G
B
A
K
I
J
H
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AquaRite 100: Main PCB Layout
ATransformer Output (24 VAC)
BRectifier Output (30-32 VDC)
CChlorinator Fuse (20A –ATO style)
DDisplay Output
ECell Input/Output
FGround
A
B
C
D
EF
20
7

AquaRite 100: Chemistry Requirements
•Pools 15k gal and below: 1500 –2700 ppm
•Pools up to 30k gal: 2800 –4500 ppm (Ideal 3200 ppm)
Salt Levels
•1.0 –3.0 ppm
Free Chlorine
•7.2 –7.8 ppm
PH
•80 –120 ppm
Alkalinity
•200 –400 ppm
Calcium Hardness
•Outdoor Pools: 30 –50 ppm
•Indoor Pools: 0 ppm
Cyanuric Acid (Stabilizer)
•0ppm
Metals
•-.2 to .2 (0 is best)
Saturation Index
•Less than 200 ppb
Phosphates
•As close to 0 ppb as possible
Nitrates
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AquaRite 100®
How To:

How To: Input Voltage Configuration
The AquaRite 100 can be powered by 120 VAC or 240 VAC. Use a multi-
meter to verify voltage in order to determine wire configuration.
120 VAC Wire Colors
Line 1Black & Violet
Line 2N/A
Neutral Red &White
Ground Green
240 VAC Wire Colors
Line 1Black
Line 2Red
Neutral White &Violet
Ground Green
* Power must be turned off at the circuit breaker before performing any wiring. Follow ALL local and
NEC electrical codes. To provide safe operation, the AQR100 should be installed by a qualified service
professional and must be properly grounded AND bonded.
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NOTE: If the chlorine level does not increase within 24 hours after increasing output, test water using an
independent test kit to determine the current salt, stabilizer, phosphate, and nitrate levels.
NOTE: Output is scaled back to 20% or lower (depending on where the dial is set) at 60°F and chlorine
production stops altogether at 50°F.
How To: Adjust Chlorine Output
The “Daily Chlorine Output” buttons set the level of production during the generating cycle. Generating cycles
occur in 60 minute increments. Each led illuminated (from Min to MAX) represents 10%, or six(6) minutes
of chlorine production time.
Example: The first 4 LED’s being on implies the cell is producing chlorine 40% of the pump run time; so the cell
should produce chlorine for the first 24 minutes of each hour before repeating.
Press to decrease
output setting
Press to increase
output setting
S
Press to Super
Chlorinate
(Temporarily increases
chlorine output to 100%
for 24 hours. Pump must
be on during thistime)
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How To: Clean the Cell
Cell cleaning frequency is dependent on several factors; pH & calcium levels have the
greatest effect on how often cells requires cleaning. In pH environments between (7.2
-7.8) cells typically require cleaning 3-4 times a year (with moderate calcium levels).
Inspect cell for calcium deposits. Even if a cell appears
clean, it may still require cleaning if salt accuracy isoff
and/or chlorine production has diminished.
Wear Protective Equipment
If the cell requires cleaning, always wear all
recommended protective equipment such as gloves,
apron, and safety goggles.
Turn Pump Off & Remove Cell
Step 2
NOTE: Mix solution and clean cell only in a well ventilated area.
Muriatic and other acids can cause severe injury, burns and respiratory problems if not handled
properly. Refer to the manufacturer’s directions for safehandling.
Step 1
Remove
Calcium and
other debris
from the Cell
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Using an approved container, mix a solution comprised
of 4 parts water to 1 part Muriatic Acid. Always Add Acid
to Water.
Place cell into plastic bucket, pour solution into bucket.
Solution should NOT cover electronic cap.Once clean,
rinse cell, pour solution back into approved container.
Step 3Step 4
Note: Always add acid to water! Never add water to acid.
The cell cleaning solution may be reused a few times.
Always: store mixed solutions in a safe area, out of harms way.
When the solution is depleted, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for proper disposal.
1 Part:
Muriatic Acid
4Parts:
Water
The cell draws amperage when power is applied during chlorination. The amperage
draw will be impaired when calcium and other debris exist within the cell’s
electrolytic grid; this in turn effects the salt reading and chlorination efficiency.
Mix: 4 Parts H2O / 1 Part Muriatic Acid Carefully Pour Solution into Cell
Cleaning Tip:
The electronic cap
of the Cell should
NOT be submerged
in water
How To: Clean the Cell (Cont.)
13

How To: Test/Replace Cell Cord
Use a magnetic Philips head screwdriver to remove the
10 screws, then rotate control box onto it’s back.
Go to next step.
Turn AQR100 power off at the breaker. Remove the
control box from wall and turn it over to access the back.
Go to next step.
Remove Access ScrewsTurn Power to AQR 100 Off
Breaker should
be OFF
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Remove cell cable from the cell vessel by turning the lock
nut counter clockwise and removing cable. Unplug the
cell cable from the PCB. Cell cable plug is shown in the
picture to the right. Go to next step.
Slowly separate the front cover from the back of the
AQR100 and move it towards the top of the unit. Be
mindful not to damage the membrane cable as itwill
remain connected to the PCB. Go to next step.
Disconnect Cell CableRemove Front Cover
How To: Test/Replace Cell Cord (Cont.)
Remove cell
cable from cell
vessel
15

With lead in place at cell plug terminal, use other lead to
test each terminal of the cell cable cap. *Only the
matching wire terminal should have continuity. If one
wire shows continuity in multiple terminals , replacethe
cell cable (GLXAQR100CCABLE). Go to next step.
Use a multi-meter to test continuity of cell cablewires.
Place one lead into a wire terminal. Make note of the
color of wire at the terminal. The other meter lead will
be used at the cell cable cap terminal. Be sure to verify
proper continuity at each wire terminal.
Test Cable ContinuityTest Cable Continuity
How To: Test/Replace Cell Cord (Cont.)
*Terminals at cell cable cap are NOT actually color coded.
Verify proper orientation of cap while testing continuity.
Top center
terminalnot
used
16

Remove cell cable by slightly pulling it away from the
control box and then pulling it out through the bottom.
Go to next step.
Remove the 2 Phillips head screws that secure the strain
relief bar. Remove strain relief bar by lifting up and
away from control box. Go to next step.
Remove Cell CableRemove Cable Strain Relief
How To: Test/Replace Cell Cord (Cont.)
17

Reinstall the cable strain relief bar. Verify the bar is
positioned as show in the picture above. Once strain
relief bar is secured, gently pull on the cell cable toverify
it stays in place. Go to next step.
Prior to installing cell cable verify proper orientationof
cable. The flat side of the cable should be to the right.
Insert cable through bottom of control box and into
position. Go to next step.
Reinstall Cable Strain ReliefReinstall Cell Cable
How To: Test/Replace Cell Cord (Cont.)
18

Verify ribbon cable is positioned correctly. Gently place
front cover onto the control box. Reassemble AQR100
by installing 10 Phillips headscrews.
Connect cell cable to cell vessel by rotating the locknut
clockwise until snug. Plug cell cable back into the PCB as
shown in the picture to the right. Go to next step.
Reassemble AQR100Plug in Cell Cable
Connect cell
cable to cell
vessel
How To: Test/Replace Cell Cord (Cont.)
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AquaRite 100®
Troubleshooting
For online troubleshooting visit www.Hayward-Pool.com click Tools, How to Guides & Demos,
Do It Yourself AQR100/Salt & Swim or click link below
https://www.hayward-pool.com/shop/en/pools/res-in-ground/res-sanitization/do-it-yourself-salt---swim