Paramount Fitness Ultra UV 004-422-2025-00 User manual

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004-422-0003-00 REV 031714
Pool, Spa & Pond
Water Sanitizer 4BJ1
EPA Registered
#084221-AZ-001
INSTALLATION &
OPERATIONS MANUAL
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
READ COMPLETELY BEFORE PROCEEDING.
When using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
WARNING:
• Follow all applicable electrical codes.
•Turn off power at main source before making any electrical connections
or servicing the unit.
•To reduce the risk of electric shock, injury or death disconnect unit from
power supply
• Follow the instructions or risk of serious injury or death could occur!
UV EXPOSURE & PROTECTION:
UV-A and UV-B radiation can have adverse short and long term effects on
the eyes and skin. Never look directly at a UV lamp that is connected to a
power source. Avoid UV skin exposure at all times.

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Table of Contents
Welcome ........................................................................................................................ 3
General Product Information...................................................................................... 3
ULTRA UV System Sizing .......................................................................................... 3
Pond Sizing Considerations....................................................................................... 3
Pond Sizing Chart ........................................................................................................ 4
Pool, Spa, Fountain, Water Feature, Water Fall Sizing Chart............................. 5
First Step In Starting Your Installation...................................................................... 6
Locating The Ultra UV Unit......................................................................................... 6
Installing Inlet/Outlet Unions ...................................................................................... 6
Mounting The UV Unit On A Solid Base ................................................................. 6
Plumbing The Ultra UV Unit........................................................................................ 7
Gluing Piping To The UV Unit .................................................................................... 8
Providing Electrical Power To The Ultra UV Unit................................................... 8
Electrical Bonding (Grounding)................................................................................. 9
Pressure Switch ............................................................................................................ 9
Connecting Pressure Switch ...................................................................................10
System Start-Up..........................................................................................................10
Water Chemical Balance ..........................................................................................10
Upgrading The Output Of The Ultra UV Unit .......................................................10
Quartz Tube Maintenance.........................................................................................11
Scheduled UV Lamp(s) Replacement....................................................................15
Lamp Replacement Procedure................................................................................15
Winterization Of Your Ultra UV Unit .......................................................................16
FAQs ..............................................................................................................................17
Troubleshooting...........................................................................................................18
Ultra UV Replacement Parts ....................................................................................23

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WELCOME
The ULTRA UV Unit is designed for use in swimming pools, spas,
fountains, water features, waterfalls, fish ponds and the like. It is not
designed for use in potable (drinking) water installations. Use of this
product in applications other than those indicated above will void your
warranty and could be harmful to your health or the health of others.
GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION
Water circulates through the ULTRA UV chamber and around the quartz
tube where the UV-C lamps (1 to 4 lamps depending on the model)
are housed. The UV-C lamp emits a light wave spectrum (253.7 nm
wavelength) to immediately inactivate 99.9% of micro-organisms such as
Crypto, Giardia, other single celled waterborne microorganisms and algae
which are resistant to chlorine. This provides a cleaner, clearer swimming
environment with zero harmful by-products and dramatically reduces
the amount of chlorine needed to maintain an adequate level of residual
sanitizer. The ULTRA UV unit has been sized to produce these important
UV rays in the same intensity as is required for Class A potable drinking
water, which is 30,000 micro watts/cm2. (30 mJ) Confirm the size unit
your application needs by using the sizing charts on page 2 and 3, to
obtain the proper maximum system killing power.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE THIS UNIT FOR
POTABLE (DRINKING) WATER SANITATION.
ULTRA UV SYSTEM SIZING
In order to ensure that your ULTRA UV unit functions with the proper water
exposure time to achieve the desired water sanitation, it is important to
provide the proper water flow rate through the ULTRA UV unit. If water
passes through the unit too quickly, the microorganism’s exposure time to
the UV lamp(s) produced rays will not be sufficient to obtain the desired
rate of sanitation. The water flow rate through the UV unit is governed
by the piping of your water vessel and the size and output of your
circulation pump. Consideration to the application for the UV unit must be
determined. Fish ponds, as an example, have different requirements than
swimming pools, spas, water features, fountains, or waterfalls, as noted
elsewhere in this manual
POND SIZING CONSIDERATIONS
Most fish pond experts agree that there is no simple or set formula for the
sizing of circulation pumps and UV systems for fish ponds. The best advice
is to consult a fish pond expert to determine what the flow rate for your pond
should be, and use the appropriate sized ULTRA UV for that flow rate.

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POND SIZING CHART
See Chart Below.
ULTRA UV Part Number
Maximum
Flow
Rate
(GPM)
Maximum
Flow
Rate
(m3/hr)
Max
Pond
Volume
2 Hr.
Turnover
(GPM)
Max
Pond
Volume
2 Hr.
Turnover
(m3)
Max
Pond
Volume
3 Hr.
Turnover
(GPM)
Max
Pond
Volume
3 Hr.
Turnover
(m3)
004-422-2025-00 230V w/ 1 UV-C Lamp
004-422-2029-40 230V w/ 1 UV-C Lamp
w/SS Reactor
004-422-2021-00 120V w/ 1 UV-C Lamp
004-422-2029-00 120V w/ 1 UV-C Lamp
w/SS Reactor
46 10.4 5520 20.9 8280 31.3
004-422-2026-00 230V w/ 2 UV-C Lamps
004-422-2029-50 230V w/ 2 UV-C Lamps
w/SS Reactor
004-422-2022-00 120V w/ 2 UV-C Lamps
004-422-2029-10 120V w/ 2 UV-C Lamps
w/SS Reactor
80 18.2 9600 36.3 14400 54.5
004-422-2027-00 230V w/ 3 UV-C Lamps
004-422-2029-60 230V w/ 3 UV-C Lamps
w/SS Reactor
004-422-2023-00 120V w/ 3 UV-C Lamps
004-422-2029-20 120V w/ 3 UV-C Lamps
w/SS Reactor
130 29.5 15600 59.1 23400 88.6
004-422-2028-00 230V w/ 4 UV-C Lamps
004-422-2029-40 230V w/ 4 UV-C Lamps
w/SS Reactor
004-422-2024-00 120V w/ 4 UV-C Lamps
004-422-2029-30 120V w/ 4 UV-C Lamps
w/SS Reactor
164 3 7. 2 19680 74.5 29520 111.7
All capacities are nominal. Note: Multiple ULTRA UV units can be used for flow
rates beyond those specified herein. (See page 7, Fig. 2a)

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POOL, SPA, FOUNTAIN, WATER FEATURE, WATER FALL SIZING
CHART
Swimming pools and similar water vessels are simple to calculate. See chart below.
ULTRA UV Part Number
Maximum
Flow
Rate
(GPM)
Maximum
Flow
Rate
(m3/hr)
Max
Pool
Volume
12 Hr.
Turnover
(Gallons)
Max
Pool
Volume
12 Hr.
Turnover
(m3)
Max
Pool
Volume
8 Hr.
Turnover
(Gallons)
Max
Pool
Volume
8 Hr.
Turnover
(m3)
004-422-2025-00 230V w/ 1 UV-C Lamp
004-422-2029-40 230V w/ 1 UV-C Lamp
w/SS Reactor
004-422-2021-00 120V w/ 1 UV-C Lamp
004-422-2029-00 120V w/ 1 UV-C Lamp
w/SS Reactor
46 10.4 33120 125.4 22080 83.6
004-422-2026-00 230V w/ 2 UV-C Lamps
004-422-2029-50 230V w/ 2 UV-C Lamps
w/SS Reactor
004-422-2022-00 120V w/ 2 UV-C Lamps
004-422-2029-10 120V w/ 2 UV-C Lamps
w/SS Reactor
80 18.2 57600 218.0 38400 145.4
004-422-2027-00 230V w/ 3 UV-C Lamps
004-422-2029-60 230V w/ 3 UV-C Lamps
w/SS Reactor
004-422-2023-00 120V w/ 3 UV-C Lamps
004-422-2029-20 120V w/ 3 UV-C Lamps
w/SS Reactor
130 29.5 93600 354.3 62400 236.2
004-422-2028-00 230V w/ 4 UV-C Lamps
004-422-2029-40 230V w/ 4 UV-C Lamps
w/SS Reactor
004-422-2024-00 120V w/ 4 UV-C Lamps
004-422-2029-30 120V w/ 4 UV-C Lamps
w/SS Reactor
164 3 7. 2 118080 4 4 7. 0 78720 298.0
All capacities are nominal
Note: Multiple ULTRA UV units can be used for flow rates beyond those
specified herein. (See page 7, Fig. 2a)

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FIRST STEP IN STARTING YOUR INSTALLATION
Inspect the ULTRA UV unit for damage, paying close attention to the quartz tube.
LOCATING THE ULTRA UV UNIT
Your unit can be installed indoors
or outdoors. When considering the
location for your ULTRA UV unit,
keep it close to your power source.
Check the silver product label for the
voltage of the unit. The ULTRA UV
unit will need to be powered from
either a 120V/15A/50/60Hz or 230
V/15A/50/60Hz electrical circuit
(which MUST match the unit power requirement noted on the silver product
label on the ULTRA UV unit). DO NOT CONNECT TO ELECTRICAL
POWER NOT SPECIFIED FOR YOUR UNIT. If the plug-in electrical outlet
that your unit plugs into is outdoors and open to the weather, it will need to be
an outdoor rated receptacle. The ULTRA UV 120V unit comes with an eight
or ten foot long power cord. DO NOT use an extension cord. The 230V unit
requires a permanent hard wire connection.
INSTALLING INLET/OUTLET UNIONS
The ULTRA UV unit comes with female socket glue-in inlets and outlet
openings. ABS to PVC multipurpose glue and appropriate primer must
be used to glue fittings into the ULTRA UV body. The 4 outlets (top) and
4 inlets (bottom) provide the most versatile piping alternatives for the
installer. The ULTRA UV unit comes with (2) each 2 inch or 63mm inlet and
outlet unions.
Multiple inlets and outlets can be used to manage higher flow rates.
NOTE: The use of multiple inlets/outlets will require additional unions. Use the
plugs provided with the ULTRA UV in the unused inlets and outlets. To install the
unions on to the ULTRA UV unit, glue and insert the unions spigot end into the
Inlet and Outlet opening selected. Then, using the six plugs provided, glue the
plugs into the remaining unused plumbing openings. Hand tightening the union
nuts until snug is sufficient. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. Over tightening may
break the molded plastic parts of the unions. Once you are confident that you
have installed the Inlet and Outlet union halves successfully, you will be ready to
glue your plumbing into the union sockets once the ULTRA UV unit is mounted
to the mounting surface.
MOUNTING THE UV UNIT ON A SOLID BASE
Before you make the permanent plumbing connections be sure the ULTRA
UV unit is on a solid level base making sure your plumbing connections
align. After making your plumbing connections, anchor the unit to the
base. FAILURE TO PROPERLY SECURE THE UNIT MAY CAUSE
NOISE OR VIBRATION.
Power
Requirement
Fig. 1

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PLUMBING THE ULTRA UV UNIT
All plumbing methods are illustrated with and without the bypass option.
Your ULTRA UV unit will need to be plumbed into the circulation system. The
ULTRA UV unit is plumbed to the discharge side of the filter before the heater.
TYPICAL PLUMBING WITHOUT AND WITH BYPASS
The inlet is at the bottom of the unit and the outlet at the top. The maximum
operating pressure for the ULTRA UV is 35 psi (2.4 BAR) (Figs. 2).
SERIES PLUMBING WITHOUT AND WITH BYPASS
Plumbing the ULTRA UV units in a series for large bodies of water with
excessive flow rates (Figs. 2a).
MULTIPLE PORT PLUMBING WITHOUT AND WITH BYPASS
Be sure to use the appropriate amount of inlets and outlets available on
the ULTRA UV to handle the maximum gpm / lpm rating of the pump that is
circulating through the ULTRA UV unit. Using a bypass is another method
for controlling the maximum flow (Fig. 3).
NOTE: THE ULTRA UV CAN BE PLUMBED WITH OR WITHOUT A
BYPASS. THE BYPASS METHOD IS CONSIDERED TO BE THE
PREFERRED METHOD. IT OFFERS EASIER SERVICING & REMOVAL
FOR WINTERIZATION WHILE STILL ALLOWING WATER FLOW.
Fig. 3 Fig. 3
Fig. 2a Fig. 2a
Fig. 2 Fig. 2

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GLUING PIPING TO THE UV UNIT
Two Inlet/Outlet unions are supplied. Your PVC supply piping should be
glued into the union tail pieces using an appropriate primer and ABS to
PVC cement. Inlet piping should be supported and should not rest solely
upon the unions, to avoid stressing or breaking the unions. If the ULTRA
UV unit is located with any portion of the unit below the surface of the
body of water, then a BYPASS VALVE IS MANDATORY (Fig 2). Allow
the glue to set following the glue manufacturers recommendations before
pressure testing. Maximum test pressure for the ULTRA UV is 35 psi. If
local codes require the pressure test to be higher than 35 psi, use the
bypass to allow the ULTRA UV to be only left at 35 psi.
PROVIDING ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE ULTRA UV UNIT
The electrical power rating for your ULTRA UV unit is shown on the
silver label located on the outside of the unit (Fig. 1). Check the label on
your ULTRA UV unit for its power requirement before proceeding and
make sure the supplied power meets the unit’s electrical requirements.
Connection to any power source other than that listed on the rating label
will VOID your Limited Warranty.
If the electrical household power for your country is customarily 120V/50/60 Hz,
then your units electrical plate should indicate this voltage. At 120V, the power
draw is 2.6 Amps maximum for a 4 lamp system. This low power consumption
makes operating your ULTRA UV unit very economical. Your ULTRA UV
120V unit is supplied with a eight to ten foot long weatherproof power cord
terminating with a 3-prong grounded NEMA plug. A J box with a 6" lead wire is
provided for a 230V installation. It is recommended that a ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI) be installed in the electrical outlet or in the breaker panel
serving the ULTRA UV unit (subject to your electrical codes). Note: Should the
electrical power cord of your ULTRA UV unit become frayed or damaged in the
future, unplug it from the power receptacle and replace it immediately. Note:
Some jurisdictions do not allow cord connection of these types of appliances.
Check your countries electrical code. If hard wiring is required, then this work is
best done by a licensed electrical service person.
If your country provides 230V/50/60Hz electrical household power, then your
units should indicate 230V/50/60Hz supply power on the electrical plate on the
front of the unit. In some instances, your unit will be supplied with the electrical
plug on the power cord that is common to your country. Use the plug supplied
where plug-in appliances are allowed. On a 230V use Seal Tight fittings with
a J Box. A 6" of lead wire will be included. Remember, you CANNOT operate
your ULTRA UV unit on any power supply other than that indicated on the unit’s
electrical plate.

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ELECTRICAL BONDING (GROUNDING)
Locate the grounding lug next to the
power cable (Fig. 4). To reduce the risk
of electric shock, this terminal must
be connected to the grounding means
provided in the electrical supply service
panel with a continuous copper wire
equivalent in size to the circuit conductors
supplying this equipment. To reduce the
risk of electric shock, connect the local
common bond grid in the area of the pool or spa to this terminal with
an insulated or bare copper conductor not smaller than 6 AWG. The
electrical installation is now complete.
DANGER - RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK - RISK OF
INJURY OR DEATH IF ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION IS
NOT DONE PROPERLY.
Paramount Recommends you have this important work done by a Licensed
Electrical Technician!
PRESSURE SWITCH
The ULTRA UV unit is equipped
with a pressure switch that does
not allow the UV lamp(s) inside the
unit to light unless there is at least 5
PSI (0.35 Bar) inside the ULTRA UV
reactor chamber. This will ensure that
the lamp(s) will not illuminate when
the ULTRA UV unit does not have
water flowing through the reactor
or if it is empty. The lamps will only
illuminate when the pressure switch
senses a minimum of 5 psi (0.35 bar). NOTE: If the top of the unit is installed
below water level a flow switch must be installed in the outlet line. NOTE:
The ULTRA UV unit comes with the pressure switch disabled. It must be
connected at startup (not before) for the unit to work. (Always turn off power
to the unit before doing any work on it.)
Fig. 4
Grounding Lug
Fig. 5

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CONNECTING PRESSURE SWITCH
Disconnect the power to the ULTRA
UV unit. Remove the cover and
locate the pressure switch (Fig.
5). Locate the lead with the female
spade connector that comes up
through a rubber grommet in the
black metal plate (Fig. 6). Attach the
female spade to the unpopulated
male spade closest to the bottom
plate on the pressure switch (Fig. 7).
Then replace the cover and restore
power to the unit. Look through the
glow ring on the center of the unit
to check that all lamps are lit. Never
look directly at the lamps. Serious
injury will occur.
SYSTEM START-UP
The quartz tube in the unit is fragile. To prevent damage to the quartz tube
isolate the ULTRA UV with the recommended bypass valve then turn on the
circulation system to ensure all debris is blown out of the plumbing. Open
the bypass and check for plumbing leaks and/or leaks caused by damaged
quartz tube.
WATER CHEMICAL BALANCE
If you have installed your ULTRA UV unit on any water vessel other
than fish ponds or ponds with live plants, it is important that you check
and adjust the chemical balance of the water. The ULTRA UV unit
dramatically reduces the need for chemical sanitizers, but a minimum
sanitizer residual must be maintained.
UPGRADING THE OUTPUT OF THE ULTRA UV UNIT
One of the exclusive features of the ULTRA UV system is the ability to
increase the UV output of the unit by adding additional lamps. Up to three
additional lamps can be added to a single lamp system. This is accomplished
easily by adding lamps and or adding additional ballasts and lamps.
Pressure Switch
Fig. 6
Fig. 7

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CONSUMER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
QUARTZ TUBE MAINTENANCE
Cleaning quartz tube. The quartz tube
requires cleaning every 6 months to
ensure optimum performance.
1. Turn off all power to the ULTRA UV
unit and all other pool equipment.
Unplug the unit from its power
receptacle or turn OFF the circuit
breaker that is the ULTRA UV’s
power source. Before proceeding to
step 2 allow at least 15 minutes for
the bulbs in the unit to cool off.
2. NEVER REMOVE THE
ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURE
COVER WITHOUT FIRST
UNPLUGGING OR TURNING
OFF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER
(POWER SOURCE) FOR
THE ULTRA UV UNIT. NEVER
REMOVE THE ULTRA UV
UNIT’S COVER WITHOUT
TURNING OFF THE PUMP.
Remove the three screws on the
plastic cover and lift up on the
cover to remove. (Fig. 8)
3. With the cover off unplug the lamp
connectors from the lamps by
pressing the release and pulling
the Mate-N-Lok connectors apart
to separate, repeat to disconnect
all lamps (Fig. 9, 10).
Fig. 8
Fig. 9
Fig. 10

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YOU MUST WEAR PROTECTIVE
RUBBER GLOVES. DO NOT HANDLE A
HOT LAMP OR SERIOUS BURNS WILL
OCCUR. DO NOT TOUCH THE GLASS
PART OF THE LAMP AS BODY OILS
WILL CREATE HOT SPOTS & GREATLY
SHORTEN LAMP LIFE. (Fig. 11)
4. Carefully lift the lamp(s) from the
quartz tube. Set aside in a safe
area to avoid breaking or chipping
the lamp(s) (Fig. 11).
5. Turning counter clockwise,
unscrew the round aluminum
sealing nut. If there isn’t enough
clearance to unscrew the
aluminum sealing nut, unscrew
one side of one ballast and loosen
the screw on the other side (Fig.
12). Swing ballast out of the way
to get a better grip or to use a
tool. Remember to replace ballast.
6. Carefully lift the compression
washer from the top of the quartz
tube making sure not to lose the
black gasket that cushions the
edge of the quartz tube (Fig 13).
7. Wearing protective rubber gloves,
hold quartz tube with both thumbs
inside and pull up (Fig. 14). Once
the O-ring breaks free, the quartz
tube should lift out easily (Fig.
15). Warning: The quartz tube is
fragile, be sure to handle it with
proper care and do not set it down
on a hard surface.
8. Using protective rubber gloves and
eye wear use a good shower/tub
cleaner or a solution of white vinegar
and water to clean the outside
of the quartz tube (Fig. 16). If the
inside of the quartz tube is moist
Fig. 12
Fig. 13
Fig. 14
Fig. 15
Fig. 11

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or needs cleaning use the same
cleaning method. The inside of the
quartz tube must be completely
dried before reassembly.
DO NOT USE ABRASIVE
CLEANERS OR PADS.
9. Inspect the quartz tube carefully
for any cracks or chips and
replace the quartz tube if any
are found. The ULTRA UV unit is
supplied with 3 additional O-rings.
Do not use any other O-ring at any
time for sealing the quartz tube
doing so can result in a leak and
possible damage to your UV unit.
10. To reinstall the quartz tube place
the O-ring 2 inches from the top of
the outside of the quartz tube (Fig.
17). Place the quartz tube, with
the O-ring in place, back into the
unit. Gently lower the quartz tube
into the unit until the O-ring makes
contact with the top of the inside
of the black threaded quartz tube
sealing sleeve (Fig. 18).
11. Making sure the black gasket
that was nested inside the
aluminum compression washer is
in place to cushion the edge of
the quartz tube (Fig. 19).
Fig. 16
Fig. 17
Fig. 18
Fig. 19
Gasket

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12. Then place the aluminum
compression washer on the
quartz tube. Press down on the
aluminum compression washer
with an even steady pressure
(Fig. 20). This will roll the O-ring
into the area between the inside
of the black threaded sleeve
and the quartz tube. Check and
make sure it is seated evenly
around the circumference of the
quartz tube. Screw on the quartz
sealing aluminum nut hand tight
plus ½ turn.
13. Carefully replace the lamp(s) in
the quartz tube (Fig. 21). Reattach
ballast if you’ve disconnected in
step 5. Connect lamp(s) to ballasts
(Fig. 22). Replace the plastic cover
and the three screws.
Fig. 20
Fig. 21
Fig. 22

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SCHEDULED UV LAMP(S)
REPLACEMENT
The UV lamps have a useful life of
approximately 13,000 hours and
should be replaced at that time.
Even though the lamp(s) may be
glowing after 13,000 hours of
operation they have reached the
end of their useful life.
LAMP REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
1. Refer to page 8, steps 1-3 before
removing lamp(s) (Fig. 23).
2. You must wear protective rubber
gloves to avoid any body oils on
lamp(s). Oils will create hot spots
and greatly shorten lamp(s) life.
Carefully lift the lamp(s) from the
quartz tube (Fig. 24).
3. With the lamp(s) removed from the
unit, pull off the black booties and
O-rings from the bottom of each
lamp(s) and remove the bottom
and top yellow aligning disk (Fig.
25, 26, 27). Retain both yellow
aligning disks. New replacement
lamp(s) includes black booties and
O-rings.
4. Discard lamp(s) appropriately.
Visit www.lamprecycle.org for
instructions on disposal. Repeat
the steps in reverse order to
reinstall the lamp(s).
Fig. 23
Fig. 24
Fig. 25
Fig. 26
Fig. 27

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WINTERIZATION OF YOUR ULTRA UV UNIT
If you are in a climate where you run your pool, spa, water feature, pond year
round, be sure that the flow to the unit continues during any periods of below
freezing temperatures. Failure to do so will cause damage to the unit.
Option #1 - Removing the unit for the winter. Turn off the power to the unit.
Remove the drain plug and allow all
of the water to drain from the unit
(Fig. 28). Disconnect the unions on
the plumbing to ensure that the unit
is completely drained. Now, with
the power off, disconnect the unit
from its power source and place
the drained unit in a safe place
that has a sustained temperature
above freezing. Reinstall after the
temperatures are considerably
above freezing.
Option #2 - Leaving the unit
in place for the winter. Turn off
the power to the unit. Remove
the drain plug and allow all of
the water to drain from the unit.
Disconnect the unions on the
plumbing to ensure that the unit
is completely drained. There is a
cup in the bottom of your unit that
the quartz tube nests in. This cup
does not drain completely (Fig.
28). To remove the water from
this cup you must first remove
the lamp array and quartz tube
(See page 11). Turn the unit on its
side with the unions facing down
until all of the water has drained.
Reconnect the unit, replace the
drain plug, quartz tube, lamps, and
cover. You may store the lamps
and quartz tube in a safe place.
Another way to remove the water
from the unit is to insert a wet dry
vac into the unit and suck out the
water from the cup in the bottom of
the unit.
Drain plug
Unions
Cup
Fig. 28

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FAQs
IS THE ULTRA UV UV UNIT DESIGNED FOR USE IN SALT WATER
APPLICATIONS?
Yes. Paramount’s ULTRA UV units without the optional stainless steel
reactor reflectors are fully compatible with all salt water environments.
The quartz tube could require more frequent cleaning in a salt water
environment.
DO I NEED TO TURN MY ULTRA UV UNIT OFF WHEN I BACKWASH
MY FILTER?
No. the unit does not energize because it is not under pressure during
backwashing. If you have a cartridge filter, turn off the power.
WHAT WOULD SHORTEN THE LAMP LIFE OF THE ULTRA UV UNIT?
Multiple daily cycles can shorten lamp life.
IS THERE ANY RESIDUAL EFFECT FROM UV?
No. All of the sanitizing is done in the reactor.
CAN THE ULTRA UV UNIT BE MOUNTED HORIZONTALLY?
No, vertical mounting is required to maintain the weatherproof integrity of
the electrical enclosure cover.
CAN THE ULTRA UV UNIT BE INSTALLED BELOW THE VESSEL’S
WATERLINE?
Yes. But if the unit is below water level you must install a flow switch. See
page 10.
CAN MULTIPLE UNITS BE USED TOGETHER FOR LARGER SYSTEMS?
Yes, you can add any number of ULTRA UV units to a plumbing bypass
manifold. See page 7.
MUST I USE A GFCI (GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER) WITH
MY UV UNIT?
Yes. But consult your local and national electrical codes as there could be
other requirements. You must use a G.F.C.I. receptacle on the 120v plug in
unit. When using a 230v hardware unit, use a 15amp G.F.C.I. breaker.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
IDENTIFYING AND CORRECTING SYSTEM PROBLEMS
The list below will help guide you through any problems you may have at
time of initial installation or in the future. For additional assistance, contact
your supplier or Paramount Pool & Spa Systems, 295 East Corporate
Place, Chandler AZ 85225.
THE UV LAMP(S) WILL NOT COME ON
If this occurs upon initial start-up, the problem could be caused by a
number of issues. All ULTRA UV units come with the pressure switch
disabled. Make sure the electric is off, remove the cover and check to see
that both wires are connected to the pressure switch. See page 10.
a. The pressure switch is open. This can be caused by low pressure in your
system. Make sure the pump is ON (the UV lamp(s) will only light when
there is 5 PSI (0.35 Bar) water pressure inside your ULTRA UV unit’s
reactor). Verify that the pressure gauge reads 5 PSI or more. If it does
not read at least 5 PSI, reduce the flow exiting the ULTRA UV unit by
partially closing the valve on the discharge piping exiting the ULTRA UV
unit. This will increase the pressure inside the ULTRA UV reactor. To check
the pressure switch operation, unplug or turn off the breaker, remove the
enclosure cover on the top of the unit. Move the wire on the pressure
switch from the bottom post to the unused post on the top. Turn on the
power and if the lamps illuminate the pressure switch is a bad.
b. The UV lamp(s) has/have become disconnected from the lamp
connector(s). Disconnect the power servicing the ULTRA UV unit, open
the electrical enclosure cover and confirm the lamp connector(s) is/
are firmly locked together. At the same time, check all exposed wires
for a possible loose connections. Re-establish power ONLY after the
electrical enclosure cover has been re-installed on the ULTRA UV unit.
c. Verify that the electrical cord is plugged into an energized electrical
outlet or properly connected to the power source. Test the electrical
outlet. You should confirm the availability of the same power as
indicated on the electrical label on your ULTRA UV unit.
THE UV LAMP(S) IS/ARE NO LONGER ON
If this occurs after the unit has been operating successfully for a period of time.
a. One or more lamps have burned out. Replace the UV lamp(s).
b. A ballast has burned out. Contact your supplier or Paramount for
assistance in obtaining a new ballast.
c. Verify that the electrical outlet where the ULTRA UV unit is plugged into
has the proper voltage and the cord is securely plugged into the outlet
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d. Verify that the GFCI has not tripped. To verify the operating state of the
GFCI, trip the GFCI manually and reset it manually. The GFCI should
reset. If it does not, it indicates a fault to ground in the electrical circuit
or the ULTRA UV unit itself. Contact your supplier for assistance.
e. The ballasts have internal protection that will power down the lamps
in the case of an electrical event. Power down the unit for 5 minutes.
This will reset the internal protection. When the power is returned, the
internal protection is reset.
THE UV LAMP(S) STAYS ON WHEN THE PUMP IS OFF
The ULTRA UV unit is equipped with a safety pressure switch that turns
the UV lamp(s) OFF when the pump is turned OFF. This function guards
against having the lamp(s) lit accidentally when the electrical enclosure
cover is removed and the electrical power to the ULTRA UV unit is still
ON. This also serves to ensure that there is water flowing in the ULTRA UV
unit’s reactor chamber to cool the lamp(s) and extend lamp life, before the
lamp(s) is/are turned ON.
a. If the top of a ULTRA UV unit is
located below the water level
of the pond or pool, there is a
static head of water that causes
pressure to be found inside the
wet chamber. This static head
of pressure closes the pressure
switch and the lamp(s) stays lit
even when the pump is OFF.
In this instance, you need not
utilize the pressure switch, as the
lamp(s) will always be operating
with the reactor full of water. The
pressure switch may be jumped
by first unplugging the ULTRA
UV unit from electrical power,
removing the electrical enclosure
cover, then moving the insulated
wire pressure connector attached
to the bottom tab of the pressure
switch (Fig. 30) to the unused tab of the brass two prong tab on the
top of the pressure switch (Fig. 31). This then bypasses the pressure
switch. Power can be restored to the ULTRA UV unit once the electrical
cover is reinstalled on the unit. CAUTION: With the pressure switch
removed from the electrical circuit, only remove the electrical enclosure
AFTER the power has been removed from the ULTRA UV unit, as
the lamp(s) will remain ON until electrical power is removed from the
ULTRA UV unit.
Unused Tab
Fig. 30
Fig. 31

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b. If the ULTRA UV unit is located above the water level of the pool or pond and
the lamp(s) stay(s) lit when the pump is OFF, replace the pressure switch.
THE WATER IS GREEN
Green water is an indication that the UV rays generated by the ULTRA UV
unit are not effective or are not being generated by the UV lamp(s).
a. Check the lamp(s) to make sure all lamps in your system are ON (by
viewing the lamp(s) through the clear viewing band on the center of the
reactor. If all lamps are not ON, follow the procedures above regarding
the UV lamp not lighting.
b. Run your unit longer. If your unit is operating on a time clock, run the
circulation pump longer to allow the ULTRA UV unit to function fully.
c. Clean the quartz tube(s).
d. Replace the UV lamp(s) nearing the 13,000 hour useful lamp life. After
13,000 hours of operation, the UV lamp(s) are only 80% as effective as
when new. This is normal for all long life low-pressure type UV lamps, which
are the longest useful life lamps available for this type of application.
e. If your ULTRA UV unit is installed on a swimming pool, shock the pool
with the sanitizing chemical you normally use and balance the pool
water as per your chemical manufacturer’s specifications.
f. Your unit is not sized for the flow and duration specific to your pool.
THE GFCI HAS TRIPPED
If you have installed a GFCI on your ULTRA UV application, the GFCI will
protect the ULTRA UV unit and any other equipment on the same electrical
circuit from any fault to ground, the same as the electrical breaker
protects the total electrical circuit from a short. When the GFCI trips, it
is an indication that there is an electrical problem that must be corrected
to provide a safe operating environment for your installation. Follow the
instructions of the GFCI manufacturer for more information on correcting
the issue if the problem is with the GFCI.
a. If you suspect that the problem is with the ULTRA UV unit, disconnect
the ULTRA UV unit from the electrical receptacle. Reset the GFCI at the
breaker panel or at the receptacle. If the GFCI does not reset, have the
G.F.C.I replaced by a licensed electrician. If the GFCI does reset, first
run the circulation pump, and if no GFCI trip is encountered, plug the
ULTRA UV unit into the electrical receptacle and make sure the pump
is ON. If the GFCI trips, it is an indication that there is a ground fault
inside the ULTRA UV unit. Follow the instructions previously given for
opening the electrical enclosure cover and inspecting the ULTRA UV
unit. Call a qualified technician.