Intermatic RC613L Manual

INSTALLATION
OPERATION &
SERVICE MANUAL
SINGLE-CHANNEL RADIO RECEIVERS
Model: RC613, RC613L Switching Module
For indoor and outdoor use, suitable for Pool/Spa equipment control
ELECTRICAL RATINGS: 15 A Resistive, 1200 W Tungsten, Motor Load: 1 HP @ 120 VAC, 60 Hz
GENERAL INFORMATION
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RC SERIES
REMOTE-CONTROLS
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH FCC RULES PART 15. Operation of this device is subject to the following two conditions
1) This device may not cause harmful interference. 2) This device must accept any interference that may be received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC rules prohibit adjustments to or modication of receiver
and transmitter circuitry except for replacing the remote-control battery. THERE ARE NO OTHER USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS.
• Installation and/or wiring must be in accordance with national and local electrical code.
• Use COPPER conductors ONLY.
• The control panel to be a minimum of 3 M. (in Canada) or 5 ft. (in USA) from the inside wall of the pool, spa, or pond, unless separated from
the body of water by a fence, wall or other permanent barrier that will make the unit inaccessible to persons in the water.
• Do NOT exceed maximum current carrying capacity.
• This enclosure does not provide grounding between conduit connections. When metallic conduit is used, you must also install grounding type
bushings and jumper wire, in accordance with the (NEC) National Electrical Code requirements.
• This control should not be connected to any equipment which would cause bodily injury or property damage should it be activated
unexpectedly.
• Disconnect power at circuit breaker(s) or disconnect switch(es) before installing or servicing.
• Test GROUND FAULT protection regularly. If it fails to reset, DO NOT USE THE POOL or SPA! Contact a qualified service technician.
WARNING Risk of Fire or Electric Shock
These Modular Radio Receivers are one-half of a two-part remote-control
system. They operate as ordinary ON/OFF switches but they also respond
to the signals of a hand-held transmitter - the other half of the system. The
modules are designed for indoor or outdoor use, and can handle a variety
of residential switching applications. By the push of a button on the face of
the transmitter, the user is able to turn ON/OFF the connected load (lights,
pump, etc.) from a remote location*, safely and conveniently. In addition, a
single RC939 transmitter can operate up to three Receivers and is able to
“teach” each Module a different code. (Transmitters are sold separately).
Model RC613 Receiver Module comes with its own manual ON/OFF
button and it is intended to be installed at the location of the load. The
connected load may be turned ON/OFF using the hand-held transmitter
or turned ON/OFF by pushing the red button on the face of the Receiver.
Model RC613L Receiver Module is the same as RC613 except that it
comes with extra-long (36 in.) leads.
* The open eld range is approximately 100 feet, but depends on many
factors like the age of the battery, proximity of large metal objects, the
location of the receiver and environmental conditions at the time of
transmission.
WARNING Risk of Injury
• Do NOT permit children to operate the Control Unit or use the Pool/Spa unless they are closely supervised at all times.
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SPECIFICATIONS AND OTHER INFORMATION
INSTALLATION
USEFUL INFORMATION
1. Must be mounted upright. Antenna must be up.
2. Radio Receivers are sensitive to heat. Avoid mounting them
above heater, air conditioner or exposed to afternoon sun.
3. The higher the Receiver Module, the longer its range. For
good range and reliable reception, install modules as high as
practical above ground level with antenna at top.
4. Large metal objects divert radio signals. Avoid mounting
Receiver Modules on metal wall, fence or near large metal
objects.
5. Environmental conditions could affect the operation of the
remote-control system. For example, in rain the range may
be less than normal.
6. Certain electric equipment like brush type motors or
electronic gas heater igniters emit radio signals and can
affect the function of the Receiver Module. Avoid mounting
modules near such equipment.
7. To prevent electronic interference, install Receiver Modules
at least 3 feet apart.
Make sure the intended load is within the capacity of the Module,
see ratings on page 1 and other model choices on page 3.
1. Securely attach Receiver Module to the top of an outdoor grade
junction box.
2. Select the proper location (see Useful Information above) and
install Receiver assembly on a vertical surface or other support,
using hardware, suitable for the purpose.
3. Prepare the necessary conduit runs as required by the installation
layout and pull in the specied conductors.
4. Follow wiring diagram A on the right, make wire connections as
shown.
5. Turn ON power and test installation, using the ON/OFF button on
face of the Receiver Module. Replace junction box cover, make
sure the installation is secure.
6. To link transmitter button with the receiver, see operation
instructions on page 3 or follow linking instructions provided with
RC939 transmitter.
*Ground connections may or may not be as shown.
Diagram A

OPERATION
Linking an RC939 Transmitter Button with the RC613 Receiver
NOTE: The transmitter must be within 6 feet of the receiver during setup.
1. On the remote (RC939), use a paper clip to press and release the button on the lower right-hand side. The
red LED on the remote should be solid red now.
2. On the receiver (RC613), press and hold the blue CODE SET button for 3 seconds.
3. Now, with one-second intervals, tap the button that you want to program on the remote repeatedly until you
hear the relay click inside the receiver. (Press at least 7 times)
4. Now press a different button on the remote to save your setting. (Red LED should go out)
5. Test the button you just programmed. If it is not working, make sure the red LED on the remote is off and go
back to step 1.
NOTE: To clear any existing codes, press and hold the blue CODE SET button on the receiver for 20 seconds,
then release. (This will eliminate all stored codes)
Linking Multiple Transmitters with a Receiver
Up to three different transmitters can control a receiver. Follow steps 1 through 5 above for linking each RC939
transmitter with the RC613 receiver.
Excluding a Transmitter Button Link from a Receiver
Follow this procedure to exclude a transmitter button from a receiver:
1. With a paper clip, press the button on the side of the transmitter until the red LED illuminates.
2. Momentarily press the congured ON/OFF button on the transmitter that you want to exclude from the receiver.
3. Momentarily press one of the other buttons on the transmitter. The red LED on the transmitter turns OFF.
4. Momentarily press the button you wanted to exclude to verify it no longer controls the receiver. The button
is now excluded.
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LIST OF AVAILABLE MODELS AND COMPONENTS
Model Description Ratings (60 Hz)
RC613 Single-Channel Receiver 15 A Resistive, 10 A (1200 W) Tungsten, 1 HP (16 A FLA) @ 120 VAC, Single-Pole Single-
Throw Contacts
RC613L Single-Channel Receiver
with 36 in. Lead
15 A Resistive, 10 A (1200 W) Tungsten, 1 HP (16 A FLA) @ 120 VAC, Single-Pole Single-
Throw Contacts
RC613R Heavy-Duty Single-Channel
Receiver and Relay Assembly
20 A Resistive @ 120/240 VAC. 12.5 A (1500 W) Tungsten, 1 1/2 HP @ 120 VAC; 3 HP @
240 VAC, Double-Pole Single-Throw Contacts
RC939 3-Channel Transmitter with
replaceable CR2032 Lithium
Battery

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INTERMATIC INCORPORATED
Spring Grove, IL 60081-9698
www.intermatic.com
LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
If within the warranty period specified, this product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, Intermatic Incorporated will repair or replace it, at its sole option, free of charge.
This warranty is extended to the original household purchaser only and is not transferable. This warranty does not apply to: (a) damage to units caused by accident, dropping or abuse
in handling, acts of God or any negligent use; (b) units which have been subject to unauthorized repair, opened, taken apart or otherwise modified; (c) units not used in accordance with
instructions; (d) damages exceeding the cost of the product; (e) sealed lamps and/or lamp bulbs, LED’s and batteries; (f) the finish on any portion of the product, such as surface and/or
weathering, as this is considered normal wear and tear; (g) transit damage, initial installation costs, removal costs, or reinstallation costs.
INTERMATIC INCORPORATED WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTIES. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THE WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE
HEREBY MODIFIED TO EXIST ONLY AS CONTAINED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, AND SHALL BE OF THE SAME DURATION AS THE WARRANTY PERIOD STATED ABOVE. SOME
STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF AN IMPLIED WARRANTY, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
This warranty service is available by either (a) returning the product to the dealer from whom the unit was purchased or (b) completing a warranty claim online at www.
intermatic.com. This warranty is made by: Intermatic Incorporated, Customer Service 7777 Winn Rd., Spring Grove, Illinois 60081-9698. For warranty service go to: http://www.
Intermatic.com or call 815-675-7000.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action
No response to ON/OFF button on receiver.
(No click, controlled device does not
operate.)
No power to receiver black and white wires. Check for tripped circuit breaker at power
panel. Verify that receiver is correctly wired.
Faulty receiver. Replace receiver.
Controlled device is always ON and can’t be
turned OFF by the ON/OFF button on the
receiver.
Receiver is wired incorrectly. Correct per installation diagram.
Faulty receiver. Replace receiver.
Receiver clicks when its ON/OFF button is
pressed, but the controlled device doesn’t
operate.
The controlled device is inoperative. Perhaps due
to a switch, thermostat, etc. on the controlled
device.
Determine what is preventing the correctly
powered device from operating.
Receiver is wired incorrectly. Correct per installation diagram.
Faulty receiver; never any voltage output from red
wire.
Replace receiver.
Transmitter LED doesn’t light when buttons
are pressed.
Low battery. Replace CR2032 battery.
Faulty Transmitter. Replace transmitter.
Transmitter LED lights when buttons are
pressed and ON/OFF button on receiver
functions, but transmitter does not cause
receiver to operate.
Transmitter button(s) and Receiver are not
correctly linked.
First, try all 3 buttons on (all) transmitter(s).
Repeat the steps of “Linking RC939 Transmitter
to RC613 Receiver” to correctly link the desired
transmitter button to the receiver.
Faulty Transmitter and/or Receiver. If possible, test with known good components,
then replace as required.
No response to transmitter signal some
times.
Weak battery. Replace battery.
Appliance with brush type motor is in use. Relocate appliance and/or connect to another
circuit.
Other radio transmitter (police, etc.) is operating
nearby.
Link a different transmitter button with the
receiver (see page 3, Operation instructions).
Receiver is at edge of range. Mount receiver closer or higher.
Insufcient Range. Weak battery. Replace battery.
Antenna too close to ground. Relocate receiver module.
Transmitter is held too close to ground. Hold transmitter at least 3 ft. above ground.
Weak signal due to obstruction. Relocate receiver module.
Nuisance operation. Other radio transmitter (police, etc.) is operating
nearby.
Link transmitter button with the receiver (see
page 3, Operation instructions).
Fluctuating supply voltage due to surge, etc. If frequent, install surge suppressor.
Faulty receiver. Replace receiver module.
Because of our commitment to continuing research and improvements, Intermatic Incorporated reserves the right to make changes, without notice, in the
specifications and material contained herein and shall not be responsible for any damages, direct or consequential, caused by reliance on the material presented.