Magen eco-Energy PSC-3 User manual

The Natural Chlorine Generator
OWNER’S MANUAL
Model PSC-3
MAGEN eco Energy
Kibbutz Magen 85465, Israel
June 2010
Phone : [phone]
Fax : [phone]
[e-mail]
www.magen-ecoenergy.com

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Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing the AquaBlue Natural Chlorine Generator.
Before installing / operating, please read the following instructions
carefully and keep them for future reference. Improper use or installation
can badly harm the unit.
WARNING - SAFETY FIRST
• DO NOT OPEN THE CONTROL BOX – NOT A SERVICABLE
UNIT.
• Disconnect all AC power before installation.
• The Control Box must be mounted vertically on a flat surface, 2
Pole circuit devices must be used and a minimum of 1.5 m
horizontal distance (or more, if local regulations require) from the
pool/spa.
• The power cable must be hardwired to the time clock so that the
system cannot operate without the pump.
• The Flow Sensor must be installed between the last piece of
apparatus and the Cell.
• Warning! Operating the cell without flow will produce harmful
fumes.
• This machine must be operated only with an approved in-line flow
sensor.
• Disconnect from mains before fuse replacement.
SYMBOLS USED:
Protective grounding conductor terminal.
Caution, Risk of electric shock.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WELCOME
Safety First............................................................................................. 2
OPERATION
General .................................................................................................. 4
Water Basics.......................................................................................... 4
Adding Salt ............................................................................................ 5
Operating Instructions ........................................................................... 6
INSTALLATION
General ................................................................................................. 9
Installation instructions .......................................................................... 9
Control Box ............................................................................................ 9
Cell......................................................................................................... 10
Flow Sensor........................................................................................... 11
Wiring………………………………………………………………………….12
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance .......................................................................................... 14
TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................... 16

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GENERAL
AquaBlue is an automatic Natural Chlorine Generator for pool sanitation.
The system uses a very low concentration of salt, and converts it into
chlorine that treats algae and bacteria in your pool. After treating the
algae and bacteria, the chlorine reverts back into sodium chloride. This
process of purification continues, with no need to add extra sanitizing
chemicals, and is safer than adding chemicals.
WATER BASICS
The AquaBlue Chlorine Generator mainta ins the pool water at a constant
healthy level of free chlorine without drastic fluctuations in the chemical
levels and chloramines that cause strong chlorine odors, irritated eyes,
itchy skin, and faded swimsuits.
CHEMICAL BALANCE TABLE
Understanding the Chemicals
The following table shows the recommended chemical
levels. Maintaining these levels will prevent corrosion
and scaling. You should test your water periodically.
CHEMICAL IDEAL LEVELS
Salt 3500 ppm
Free Chlorine 1 to 3 ppm
PH 7.2 to 7.6
Total Alkalinity 80 to 120 ppm
Stabilizer
(Cyanuric Acid)
40 ppm
Nitrates 0 ppm
Metals 0 ppm
Calcium Hardness 100 ppm
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
• Direct sun radiation and ambient air temperatures of up to 40°C.
• Degree of protection IPX5.

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ADDING SALT
Adding the salt:
Turn the Control Box OFF. Failure to do so will cause the fuse to
blow.
Keep the pump on to circulate the water.
Distribute the determined amount of salt evenly around the pool. It
will take 8 hours for the salt to disperse evenly in the water.
Once the salt has fully dissolved, adjust your chlorinator to your
normal setting.
Actual salt Level – in PPM
0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000
How much salt to add - in kg
10 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0
20 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 0
30 120 105 90 75 60 45 30 15 0
40 160 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0
50 200 175 150 125 100 75 50 25 0
60 240 210 180 150 120 90 60 30 0
70 280 245 210 175 140 105 70 35 0
80 320 280 240 200 160 120 80 40 0
90 360 315 270 225 180 135 90 45 0
100 400 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 0
110 440 385 330 275 220 165 110 55 0
120 480 420 360 300 240 180 120 60 0
130 520 455 390 325 260 195 130 65 0
140 560 490 420 350 280 210 140 70 0
150 600 525 450 375 300 225 150 75 0
160 640 560 480 400 320 240 160 80 0
170 680 595 510 425 340 255 170 85 0
180 720 630 540 450 360 270 180 90 0
190 760 665 570 475 380 285 190 95 0
200 800 700 600 500 400 300 200 100 0
Your pool water volume - in thousands of liters

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Control Knob – The Control Knob is used to adjust chlorine production
and to turn the unit on or off. To increase chlorine production, turn the
Control Knob up (clockwise). To decrease chlorine production, turn the
Control Knob down (counterclockwise). To turn the unit off, turn the
Control Knob down (counterclockwise) until it reaches its end position.
Power Meter – The lights indicate the system’s chlorine output (i.e. 10%
to 100% production rate). The higher lights indicate higher chlorine
production. Turning the control knob clockwise increases chlorine
production and should increase the chlorine output reading (i.e. green
lights – 10% to 100% production rate).
High salt
warnin
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Control Knob
Power Meter
Flow Light
indication
Power Light
Boost

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Salinity Indicator - To check the salt level, turn the Control Knob
clockwise to full power and check the light reading.
100% reading indicates that the salt level is sufficient. Return the Control
Knob to the desired chlorine production setting depending on the chlorine
level in your pool (10% to 100% production rate).
Readings between 10% and 80% indicate a low salt level, except when
the Cell is worn or calcified. Check the Cell to ensure the blades are in
good condition and not coated with calcium buildup. Cleaning the Cell is
recommended if it is calcified or if the readout seems questionable.
Before adding salt, it is advisable to have the salt level professionally
checked.
Solid Red Light -above the Power Meter indicates that the salt level in
the pool is on the high side. This does not harm the Natural Generator,
but is provided as a cautionary notice to the user not to add more salt to
the pool. Operation at very high levels (i.e. above 5500ppm) is not
recommended. Slowly turn down the Control Knob until the desired
green light illuminates (i.e. desired chlorine production level).
Flashing Red Light -above the Power Meter indicates that the salt level
in the pool is extremely high (i.e. above 7000 ppm), and should be
reduced by draining a significant amount of pool water and refilling the
pool.
If Power Meter lights go up & down quickly: The salt level is much
too high, and should be reduced immediately by draining a significant
amount of pool water and refilling the pool. It is also indicates a short
circuit in cell cables; check the cell cable and its connections.

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Control Knob
• Turn the Knob up (clockwise) to increase chlorine production.
• Turn the Knob down (counterclockwise) to decrease chlorine
production, (The power light will change from green to red at zero
position).
Flow Light – Red light should NOT be illuminated during proper
operation; a constant red light signifies insufficient flow. When first
turning on the circulation pump, the red light may turn on and off until the
air is pushed out of the pump lines and sufficient water flow is achieved.
This is normal and ensures that the Control Box automatically shuts off if
the pump fails to prime or a blockage occurs.
Power Light – When the system is turned on and the pump is operating,
the green light should be illuminated indicating that power is reaching the
Control Box.
A blinking Power Light indicates that the system is ramping up the
charge to the cell (i.e. soft start). This is a normal occurrence and the
light should turn solid green within a couple of minutes. A soft start
occurs when power is adjusted and when the system reverses polarity.
Boost Button – Press this button to automatically turn the system to full
power for only 24 hours of actual operation (the Boost Button will flash
red). After 24 hours of runtime (or pressing the Boost button again), the
system will automatically revert to the power setting of the Control Knob.
OPERATION
In rough conditions, the filter and chlorinator should run continuously.
The chlorine residual needs to be maintained at 1-3 ppm.
Winterizing
Freezing may damage the system’s Cell and Flow Sensor, just as it may
damage the pool plumbing. If severe or extended periods of freezing
temperatures are possible, drain all water from the pump, filter, supply
and return lines before any freezing conditions occur.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
The system comes in three parts, the Control Box, the Cell and the Flow
Sensor. Installing them in the most sheltered position will protect them
from extreme weather conditions.
Safety Measures
 Only operate the system with the approved Flow Sensor
(supplied).
 Wire the power cable of the Control Box in parallel to the
pump (load side).
 See safety measures and warnings on page 2 of this
manual.
Mount the Control Box
 The Control Box must be mounted vertically on a flat
surface, 2 Pole circuit devices must be used and a
minimum of 1.5 m horizontal distance (or more, if local
regulations require) from the pool,
 Because the box acts as a heat sink, dispersing heat from
inside the box, do not block the four sides of the Control
Box.
 Do Not mount the system inside a panel or tight enclosed
area.
• Secure the hanging rack on
the wall using the enclosed screws and anchors. a 8mm
drill bit should be used for the anchor holes.
• Hang the Control Box on the mounted hanging rack

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Install the Cell
 The Cell must be installed after the filter and any heating
device but before any “T” in the return line. Install the Cell
either horizontally or vertically as needed.
 Be sure the black o-rings are firmly in place.
 Make sure that the Cell is installed with the arrow pointing
the direction of the flow.
1. Control box
2. Cell
3. Flow switch
4. Power / timer
5. Filter
6. Pump
7. Heating system
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