Magiline FX Series User manual

USER GUIDE
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For even easier maintenance ...
Water treatment
Cleaning robot
Safety,shelters,covers ...
Heating

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...get equipped!

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Your pool
Description
Date commissioned:
Model:
Shape:
Dimensions:
Steps:
Type of base:
Depth (below copings):
Origin of water:
Area of water:
Filtration:
Options
Counter-Flow Swim
Hydro comfort steps
«Hydro» discharge nozzle
Additional oodlight WHITE
Additional oodlight COLOR
Equipment
Salt electrolyser
Auto pH treatment
Heating
Summer cover
Automatic shutter
Other
iMAGI
Safety system
Winter cover
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We remind you that since the 01/01/04, you are required to secure your pool with one of the four security features standardized in accordance with the law of 31/01/03 2003-9
(Decree ° 2003-1389 of 31/12/03 and Decree No. 2004-499 of 07/06/04). Ask your distributor Magiline.
Thank you for choosing Magiline for your swimming pool.
When you chose Magiline, you chose a strong swimming pool - a solid
concrete structure (the walls, stairs, and bottom are all one piece). When
you chose Magiline, you also chose powerful, economical ltration,
capable of rapidly making your water clear and limpid.
However, every swimming pool is different because of its environment
(surrounding plants, unnished terracing, etc.) and the features of the
water that it contains (source of supply, regions, supply days). So it is your
responsibility, in accordance with this data, to understand and manage
your FX Line ltration system, because your pool is a sensitive
environment, to be considered with care, so that you enjoy water that is
always healthy and clear.
With Magiline’s FX Line ltration, it is generally necessary to lter only
4 to 6 hours a day to maintain unequalled water quality in a controlled
environment. For that reason, treatment products should be used with
care and sparingly. Magiline swimming pools recommend treating the
water with chlorine because it is one of the best disinfecting solutions. In
addition, remember that excessive use of products containing polymers
(algaecides - winterising products) blocks lters and affects the operation
of the electric pump.
So we ask you to familiarise yourself with the two explanatory booklets
(the “User Guide” and the “Water Notes”) which we wrote specia lly for
you.
Pleasant reading, and enjoy your pool!
The team MAGILINE
Before your rst swim,
remember to send in your
warranty forms to enjoy your
swimming pool in complete
peace of mind.
IMPORTANT :

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Example of a swimming pool with FX 40 ltration and Roman stairs in corner. * depends on version
The cartridge
Start-up
Use
The broom
Use
The strainer
Start-up
Use
The electrical system
Start-up
Use
The basket
Start-up
Use
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Overview of a Magiline swimming pool installation

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Understanding the chemistry of water
The FX electric pump
The FX Line ltration
The electrical system
The chemistry of water
- First use
- Starting up after winterising
The electrical system
The FX Line ltration
The Magiline broom
The chemistry of water
- Weekly
- Extended absence
The oodlight
The copings / The liner
Preparation / The chemistry of water
The FX Line ltration
The FX electric pump
Faults and malfunctions
Glossary of technical terms
Technical data
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..........Water Notes
.. Water Notes
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Example of a swimming pool with FX 40 ltration and Roman stairs in corner. * depends on version
The chemistry of water
Theory
Start-up
Use
Winterising
The oodlight
Use
The FX electric pump
Start-up
Winterising
Copings, agstones
and the liner
Use
Winterising
....................... p 8-11
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....... Livret de l’eau
................. p 32-37
.... p 28/29 .......... p 12/13
............... p 36/37 ............... p 30/31
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Contents
1) Start-up
2) Use
3) Winterising
4) Appendices

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Understanding the chemistry of water
Water naturally contains dissolved minerals.
The TH measurement gives the hardness of water, in other words
the concentration of calcium and magnesium ions.
The TAC measurement shows the alkalinity of water, or its carbonate
and bicarbonate concentration. The TAC also gives the buffer power
of water, i.e. its ability to resist variations in pH (for the effect of the
TAC on pH, see nest page). When this value is too high or too low, it
results in treatment problems.
Magiline recommends chlorine treatment because it is
currently the sole means of disinfecting recognised by the
French authorities. So as not to experience deterioration due
to sunlight, chlorine should be combined with a stabiliser.
To simplify treatment, there is an automatic solution
available from your Magiline agent: the salt electrolyser.
In a balanced state, water contains dissolved minerals.
Imbalance caused by evaporation, water movement, etc. (see
text box).
The different minerals combine with one another
Lime then appears in the water in insoluble form (cloudy
water).
When it is deposited and accumulates, it is then called lime
scale, the enemy of ltration systems and water lines.
Lime scale helps algae to develop.
The formation of lime scale
Carbonates
Bicarbonates
Magnesium
Calcium
Molecules of lime
scale formed
Tartre
Water evaporation Pool temperature
too high Thundery weather
High TH, TAC, pH
A g i t a t i o n o f t h e w a t e r
Magiline recommendations
The TH and TAC values

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When the amount of
stabiliser exceeds 100
mg/l, the chlorine may
become ineffective
Chlorine
pH, potential Hydrogen
Stabilised chlorine tablet giving off chlorine
combined with stabiliser.
The stabiliser protects the chlorine from sunlight
The chlorine reacts with impurities and releases the
stabiliser.
The chlorine disappears from the pool by evaporation
in the form of chloramines.
The stabiliser accumulates in the pool, and when it
is in excess, it makes any further addition of chlorine
ineffective.
H+ ion
acid water
neutral pH
basic or alkaline water
Ineffective chlorine
Impurities
Including living
organisms such as
algae, bacteria,
microbes, etc.
Chlorine
Stabiliser
Tablet of
stabilised
chlorine
Indicates the acidity or alkalinity of water, measures the concentration of H+ ions.
The pH governs the effectiveness of treatment products. You should adjust it to
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Understanding the chemistry of water
The different products
Good practices
There is a very wide range of treatment products for swimming pools, however only
essential products are listed here:
Warning: all solid products are to be put in the skimmer basket to
prevent stains on the liner.
• Lime scale sequestrant: treatment to prevent the formation of any lime scale, which with
calcium and magnesium forms molecules that cannot be precipitated.
• pH+, pH-, TH+ and TAC+: correctors used to achieve the ideal values recommended.
• Chlorine tablet: slow form of chlorine distribution, whether or not stabilised.
• Stabiliser: supplementary non stabilised chlorine treatment additive (chlorine protection
against UV).
• Testing strip: simple, quick, economical chemical measuring device.
• Shock treatment (active chlorine or oxygen) to be used occasionally.
Start-up
The right start enables the formation of lime scale and algae to be prevented, and
avoids the occurrence of over-stabilisation in the case of a chlorine treatment (see
Start-up chapter: the chemistry of water).
Weekly inspection
Every week, you should:
• analyse and readjust the pH
• check the temperature of the water and the quality of your disinfection treatment
• clean the pool and equipment
• look out for changes in the appearance of the water and if necessary apply a curative
treatment (see Use: the chemistry of water chapter).
Monthly readings
Every month, you should note the TH, TAC and stabiliser (ICA) values which ascertain
the health of your water. After readjusting them, look for the possible appearance of
algae or lime scale and treat preventively in mid-season.
Know your swimming pool and how to react
Clear, sparkling water is the result of correct ltration, regular pool maintenance and
accurate chemical treatment. Water is a medium that reacts to its environment, learn
to identify its reactions, for example after a long day’s swimming or hot summer sun. A
shock treatment may sometimes by effective to re-establish clear water.
Important precaution
The chemical treatments are all optimized for swimming pools that
are exposed to air and ultraviolet light. When they are closed by
a shutter, tarp, cover, or other such feature, the same quantity of
chemicals is too much.
To avoid problems:
1) The swimming pool should be opened for at least 2 hours a day («to let the
water breathe»)
2) If the pool is kept closed for a week or more, the duration or intensity of the
treatment must be cut AT LEAST IN HALF.
The risks if this is not done are the following:
• wrinkling, embrittlement, and porosity of the liner
• deterioration of the equipment

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(Alk) (Stabiliser)
Water over-
chlorinated
Water under-chlorinated
Water
hyper
chalky
Soft water
Water
hyper
chalky
Soft water
Alkaline/basic water
Acid water
Over-stabilised
Under-stabilised
Healthy
swimming
Effective
chlorination
Risk of lime
scale
High risk of lime
scale
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6.4
8.4
7.8
7.5
7.2
Healthy
swimming
Risk of lime
scale
High risk of lime
scale
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Water at a glance
(with Magiline testing strips)
Dip the strip into the pool for
one second. Remove it without
shaking it and wait for fteen
seconds, then read the results
obtained.
When analysing and
treating the water, you
must take into account the
effect of some values on
others. Understandingthese
relationships means you can
treat the water intelligently
avoiding excess treatments.
(Alk) (Stabilisant)
(Stabili-
sant)
(TAC)
Effect of TAC on pH Effect of ICA on CI
pH stable and too high
pH unstable and too low
Ineffective chlorination
Volatile chlorination
Ideal
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zone
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Start-up
The FX electric pump
The FX Line ltration
The electrical system
The chemistry of water
Open the electric pump’s
compartment and remove the
sound insulation.
Check that the electric pump
seal is correctly seated and
lubricate it with the silicone
grease supplied.
Connect the booster circuit pipe by means of the quick
catch.
Open the electrical
box.
Strip 10 mm of each wire of
the lead. Insert the lead into
the box.
Replace the acoustic insulation, keeping the “pool” indicator towards the pool and
sliding the evacuation hose into the hole in the motor compartment. Close and lock the
compartment.
The electric pump is ready to operate.
Fitting the electric pump
SKILLED
OPERATION
LOW POOL WATER LEVEL or
WINTERISED FILTRATION
Switch off the
electricity supply
before attempting
any work on the
electric pump. Work
to be done by an
electrician certied
for this type of
wiring.
Evacuation hole
Hose
Bleed air from the pump by
slowly disconnecting the
pressure relief device (connect
again when water ows out).
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Condenser
30 mA differential protection at
head of line
From timer
lack of water
Power supply
230 V
Sensor
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Position the electric pump in
the volute.
Using the assembly spanner, rmly tighten the electric pump in
its volute.
Close the volute catch, it
ensures that the electric pump
is properly secured.
A s s e m b l y
spanner
Fixing lugs
Push the buttons of the
terminal block and insert
the wires. Also connect the
pressure sensor (domino). Test
that each wire is held rmly.
Close the electrical
box.
Clearing: after
an extended stop,
the electric pump
turbine may be
obstructed (pebble,
gummy treatment
product, etc.). We
advise you to turn
it by hand before
starting up.
First stage: before rst use and after winterising,
install the FX electric pump.
Electrical box
FX electric
pump
Dismantling
spanner
Adjust the height of the overow to between 6 and 9 cm.
Generally : 6 cm for MAGIclassic
9 cm for MAGIguard
Fill the pump with water (raise
the level in the pool or
dewinterize the ltration
system).
Wiring diagram.

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Start-up
The FX electric pump
The FX Line Filtration
The electrical system
The chemistry of water
FX 30
FX 40 and FX 40 Shutter box
FX 50 et FX 50 Coffre de volet
Composition of lters
The number of cartridges and baskets
for a swimming pool depends on the type
of ltration. For FX 50 ltration systems
made before April 2006, please refer to
sales your agent.
1 cartridge/basket assembly
2 cartridge/basket assemblies
3 cartridge/basket assemblies
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Check that your strainer is clean and correctly in place
(* depending on the version).
Put the cartridge(s) and basket(s) into the ltration
system(s).
Preferably, position the handle
of the basket parallel to the
edge of the swimming pool to
prevent a sucking noise.
Ensure that the water level in the swimming pool is adequate to
supply the electric pump properly with water.
Second stage: positioning the
components of the lter
Cartridge
Strainers
Basket
under coping
surface of the water
from 6 to 9 cm
Setting up
You can supplement your
ltration with the Magi’skim
prelter to simplify
maintenance on your basket
(on sale at your sales agent).
Unpack the cleaning broom and screw the broom connector onto
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Start-up
The FX electric pump
The FX Line ltration
The electrical system
The chemistry of water
Reset the 30 mA differential Start ltration in the manual mode and let it run
for 24h.
The differential is your
swimming pool’s electrical
safety system. This test
should be performed once
a month.
Set the 30 mA differential
(with the mains electricity
supply on).
Press the test button: the
differential should trip
instantly. If it does not, you
must contact your sales
agent at once.
Switch the Magiline main
box on.
Inside the oodlight box you
will nd a fuse that you must
put in the fuse holder in the
main box. Then start up as
normal.
When using for the rst time
(for the pre-October 2006 model)
On a normal
start
Test the differential

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Third stage: start the electrical
system
Model after February 2011
1) 30 mA differential device
2)Filtration programming clock
3) Relay
4) Lighting switch
5) Filtration switch
6) Circuit-breaker of electric pump
7) Lighting Circuit-breaker
8) Treatment circuit-breaker
9) Lack-of-water timer (connected to the pump’s
sensor)
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Start-up
The FX electric pump
The FX Line ltration
The electrical system
The chemistry of water First start-up
Record the results in your
swimming pool’s record
(Water Notes)
Dip a strip into the pool
for one second. Remove
it without shaking and
wait fteen seconds,
then read the results.
1) Analysis
Immediately after rst lling your pool, you should make a full analysis of
the water and note the values read on the Water Notes record.
PRECAUTIONS
FOR USE
PRECAUTIONS
D’EMPLOI
CONTRE
INDICATION
FILTRATION
RUNNING
Adding solid
product in the
basket Adding product with
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According to the values read, apply appropriate treatments if necessary
(pH, TH and TAC) followed by shock and anti-lime scale treatments. The
ltration should be running (manual mode) and treatment units stopped
(salt, pH) when adding products.
The pH should be checked and adjusted to between 7 and 7.4 before adding
any treatment products (weekly maintenance and shock treatment). It
governs their effectiveness.
2) Start-up treatment
After 24 h, test
the pH again
and readjust it if
necessary.
Shock treat the water
(SHOCK chlorine,
active oxygen) with
the ltration running.
On start-up treat
against lime scale
(whatever the type of
water).
Treat the water
weekly, referring to
the Water Notes.
Fourth stage: when rst using your swimming pool, an appropriate
chemical treatment is vital for a good swimming season.
Adjusting the Adjusting the Adjusting the
Valeurs relevées Valeurs relevées Valeurs relevées
ideal
value
zone
increasing the pH:
add pH+ product
lowering the pH:
add pH- product no action required
increasing the TH:
add TH+ product
ideal
value
zone
ideal
value
zone
increasing the TAC:
add TAC+ product
add pH- product to maintain the
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zone de valeurs
idéales
augmentation de l’ICA,
ajoutez du stabilisant lors de
votre traitement au chlore
abaissement de l’ICA,
renouvelez partiellement
l’eau du bassin
Start-up
The FX electric pump
The FX Line ltration
The electrical system
The chemistry of water After winterising
Dip a strip into the pool
for one second. Remove
it without shaking and
wait for fteen seconds,
then read the results.
Record the results in a
water log.
Clean the surrounds, sides
and water line without
detergent or high pressure
jet (refer to the Use
chapter)
stabiliser is between 30 and 50 mg/l. Over
100 mg/l, adding any chlorine may become
ineffective. The solution is to partly replace
the pool water.
1) Preparing and testing the pool
FILTRATION
RUNNING
Adding product with
the ltration running
PRECAUTIONS
FOR USE
Adding solid
product in the
basket
CONTRE
INDICATION
PRECAUTIONS
FOR USE
Adjusting the
stabiliser (ICA)
It is preferable for
the temperature
of the pool to be
under 15°C.
Valeurs relevées