Pentair IntelliBrite User manual

IntelliBrite Controller Installation and User’s Guide
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
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INSTALLATION
AND
USER’S GUIDE
INTELLIBRITE®CONTROLLER
(FOR INTELLIBRITE POOL, SPA AND LANDSCAPE
LIGHTING FIXTURES)

IntelliBrite Controller Installation and User’s Guide
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P/N 619751 - Rev E9/2018
IntelliBrite Controller Installation and User’s Guide

IntelliBrite Controller Installation and User’s Guide
WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Attention Installer: This manual contains important information
about the installation, operation and safe use of this product.
This information should be given to the owner and/or operator
of this equipment.When installing and using this electrical
equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING
TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY
TO PERSONS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
DANGER! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,WHICH CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Before
attempting installation or service, ensure that all power to
the circuit supplying power to the system is disconnected/
turned off at the circuit breaker.
Grounding (earth bonding) is required.The IntelliBrite®
Controller should be installed by a qualified professional
and grounded.
Read Safety Precautions and Important Instructions.
Before attempting any electrical wiring, be sure to read
and follow Safety Instructions. Wiring should only be
performed by a qualified professional.
Before installing this product, read and follow all warning
notices and instructions which are included. Failure to follow
safety warnings and instructions can result in severe injury,
death, or property damage. Call [phone] for additional
free copies of these instructions.
Do not use this product to control an automatic pool cover.
Swimmers may become entrapped underneath the cover.
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WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Be sure the pool electrical system conforms with all requirements of the
National Electrical Code (NEC), and all local codes and ordinances. A licensed
or certified electrician must install the electrical system to meet or exceed those
requirements before the IntelliBrite®Controller is installed.The electrician should
also consult the local building department regarding local codes. Some of the
NEC requirements are listed below:
• The IntelliBrite Controller must be installed by a qualified electrician,
according to the National Electrical Code (including article 680) or
Canadian Electrical Code (including section 68) and, local code
requirements.For Canadian installations, supply circuit must be
protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter.
• The IntellilBrite Controller must be provided with a fail-proof ground
as required by NEC, Article 680 and any applicable local codes For
Canadian installations, the supply circuit must be protected by a
ground fault circuit interrupter.
• Do not install the IntelliBrite Controller within 5 feet (3 meters
for Canadian installations) of any body of water. USE COPPER
CONDUCTORS ONLY.
• The IntelliBrite Controller should be mounted at least 1 foot above the
water and ground level.
• Do not exceed the maximum ratings of individual components, wiring
devices, and current carrying capacity of conductors.
• For grounding and bonding the IntelliBrite Controller and the
installation, refer to section 680 of the National Electrical Code or
section 68 of the Canadian Electrical Code.
• The lighting circuit must have a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI), and an appropriately rated circuit breaker.
• The light fixture and all metal items within five (5) feet of the pool
must be properly electrically bonded.
• The IntelliBrite Controller must be properly electrically bonded and
grounded.
• Do not submerge the IntelliBrite Controller.
• Do not connect two or more IntelliBrite Controller together.
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IntelliBrite®Controller kit contents
The following items are included in the IntelliBrite Controller kit:
• IntelliBrite Controller, P/N 600054
• Gasket, P/N 619763
• Knob, P/N 690026
• Door, P/N 690027
• Screw kit, P/N 619764
• Installation and User’s Guide (this manual)
Note: Outlet box purchased separately (see page 3)
Technical Support
Sanford, North Carolina (8 AM - 8:00 PM ET)
Moorpark, California (8 AM - 5:00 PM PT)
Phone: [phone] - Fax: [phone]
www.pentair.com
Related manuals - Download the IntelliBrite LED Pool Light Installation and User’s
Guide (P/N 619675)
Contents
IntelliBriteController Overview...........................................................................1
Controls and Buttons .....................................................................................1
Selecting a Light Show or Fixed Color...............................................................2
Hold and Recall Feature....................................................................................2
Powering on the IntelliBrite light(s).....................................................................3
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................3
Outlet Box Specifications...................................................................................3
Installing an Outlet box for the IntelliBrite Controller ........................................4
Wiring an IntelliBrite Controller to IntelliBrite LED Lights...................................5
Maximum wattage when using multiple lights with controller.............................5
12 VAC IntelliBrite LED Landscape Lights .......................................................5
IntelliBrite Controller System Wiring Diagram....................................................6
Installing the IntelliBrite Controller in the Outlet box..........................................7
Wiring IntelliBrite Landscape LED Lights...........................................................8
Using the IntelliBrite Controller to control IntelliBrite
landscape LED lights.........................................................................................8
Maximum wattage when using multiple IntelliBrite LED lights
with the IntelliBrite Controller.............................................................................8
Wiring the IntelliBrite Controller to a 12 VAC Transformer..................................8
Troubleshooting for the IntelliBrite Controller.....................................................9

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IntelliBrite® Controller Overview
The IntelliBrite®Controller provides complete control of Pentair Aquatic
SystemsIntelliBrite underwater LED (light-emitting diode) lights, and IntelliBrite
LED landscape lights.It’s easy to select a lighting feature, just dial in any
one of the pre-programmed color light shows or fixed colors.Using the Hold
and Recall buttons you can also create endless unique lighting effects.The
IntelliBrite Controller can control individual or multiple IntelliBrite LED lights.
Multiple IntelliBrite LED lights can be connected via a junction box to an
IntelliBrite Controller so that all lights can be switched on and off together.
IntelliBrite LED lights are fully compatible with Pentair IntelliTouch®and
EasyTouch®Control Systems.For more information about using IntelliBrite
lights with IntelliTouch systems, refer to the IntelliTouch User’s Guide (P/N
520102) and the EasyTouch User’s Guide (P/N 520584).
Controls and Buttons
The IntelliBrite Controller controls, buttons and LEDs are shown below:
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Power
ON/OFF Switch
RECALL button
and LED
Dial
(for selecting color
light shows and
fixed colors)
Color show
Selections
Door
HOLD
button
and
LED
IntelliBrite Controller
The IntelliBrite controller is a 120 VAC device, DO NOT connect
12 VAC IntellilBrite pool/spa LED lights or IntelliBrite LED
landscape lights directly to the IntelliBrite controller, use an appropriate step
down transformer between the controller and lights.For more information see
page 5 - 9.

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Selecting a Light Show or Fixed Color
Note: When the IntelliBrite LED light(s) are powered on, a white light will
momentarily illuminate, followed by the selected color, unless the HOLD or
RECALL feature was previously enabled.
To select a color light show mode or fixed color mode, rotate the dial so that it
points to the desired selection.
The color mode selections are described below starting clockwise from the
9 o’clock position:
Light Show Mode
• SAm Mode: Cycles through white, magenta, blue and green colors
(emulates the Pentair Water Pool and Spa SAm®light).
• Party Mode: Rapid color changing building energy and excitement.
• Romance Mode: Slow color transitions creating a mesmerizing and
calming effect.
• Caribbean Mode: Transitions between a variety of blues and greens.
• American Mode: Patriotic red, white and blue transition.
• California Sunset Mode: Dramatic transitions of orange, red and
magenta tones.
• Royal Mode: Richer, deeper color tones.
Fixed Colors
• Blue: Fixed color.
• Green: Fixed color.
• Red: Fixed color.
• White: Fixed color.
• Magenta: Fixed color.
Hold and Recall Feature
Note: When the IntelliBrite LED light(s) are powered on, a white light will
momentarily illuminate, followed by the selected color, unless the HOLD or
RECALL feature was previously enabled.
Hold button/LED: Press this button (LED on) to capture and save a color
effect while displaying one of the light show modes.When the button is
pressed, the LED will be on, indicating that the color effect is captured.
Recall Button/LED: Use this button (LED on) to activate the last saved
color effect.When the button is pressed, the LED will be on, indicating that
the color effect is being displayed.

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Powering on the IntelliBrite light(s)
When the IntelliBrite LED light is powered on, a momentarily white light
will illuminate, followed by the dial selected color.
Troubleshooting (see page 9 for more troubleshooting tips)
Use the following tips to help to resolve problems that might occur while
operating the IntelliBrite Controller.
PROBLEM/
FAULT SOLUTION
Both of the
LEDs are
flashing.
The IntelliBrite Controller has detected that the load has
exceeded the maximum allowable wattage or the output is
shorted out
1. Switch of the IntelliBrite Controller OFF. Remove exces-
sive load or short.
2. Press the IntelliBrite Controller power switch to power on
the unit. Ensure that the LEDs are no longer flashing.
The light will
not illumi-
nate.
Light does
not function
properly.
Check the ground fault wiring and reset if necessary.
Check the light wiring connection to the junction box at the
pool side and to the main circuit breaker.
Be sure that there is proper AC power applied to the light.
Outlet Box Specifications
(purchased separately)
The IntelliBrite Controller requires a
standard outlet box which is purchased
separately. The outlet box must meet the
following specifications:
• Outlet box type: 22.5 cubic
inches (minimum) - Suitable
for wet locations with UL/
CSA approval listings. Check
the inside of outlet box for
specification label.
• A minimum of one 3/4” steel
conduit.
Outlet Box (22.5 cubic inches minimum)
1.60”
4.50”
2.75”

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Installing an Outlet box for the IntelliBrite®Controller
The IntelliBrite®Controller mounts onto a standard outlet box (22.5 cubic
inches). See page 3 for outlet box specifications.
To install the outlet box:
1. Position the IntelliBrite Controller and outlet box to meet National
Electrical Code requirements, and to prevent hazard to personnel.
2. Run conduit from the IntelliBrite light niche to the junction box.
Note: The outlet box must be located a minimum distance of five (5)
feet measured horizontally from the inside wall of the pool and not
less than one (1) foot above the maximum pool water level
measured to the top of the outlet box.
3. Remove the lower conduit plug from the outlet box.
4. Mount the outlet box onto the conduit.
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR ELECTROCUTION
TURN power OFF at circuit breaker - Always
disconnect power to the pool light at the circuit
breaker before servicing the light. Failure to do
so could result in death or serious injury to
installer, service person, pool users, or others due
to electrical shock.
Outlet Box Lower
conduit
plug

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Wiring an IntelliBrite Controller to IntelliBrite LED
Lights
Maximum wattage when using multiple lights with controller
When using multiple IntelliBrite LED lights, the total allowable light wattage is
300 Watts maximum.The following example combination of IntelliBrite LED
lights can be connected to the IntelliBrite Controller:
• Three (3) IntelliBrite LED pool lights (each light 35 Watt maximum)
• Two (2) IntelliBrite LED spa light (18 Watt maximum)
• Eight (8) Landscape LED lights (each light 15 Watt maximum)
To wire multiple 120 Volt IntelliBrite LED Lights to an IntelliBrite Controller:
1. Route the IntelliBrite LED Light cord and the three wires (white,
green and black) from the GFCI, up through the conduit opening,
and into the outlet box.
2. Strip the ends of the three light conductors, and the three GFCI wires.
Note: Use underwater lights with water resistant cord only.
3. Using the ground screw in the outlet box, secure the green ground
wire from the light, and the GFCI to the back of the outlet box.
4. Connect the red wire from the Controller, to the red wire, which is at-
tached to the black wire of the light at the junction box.
5. Connect the white wire from the Controller to the white wire from the
light cord, and the white wire from the GFCI (neutral).
6. After the wiring has been completed and checked, proceed to
“Installing the Controller in the Outlet Box” on page 10.
12VAC IntelliBrite LED and Landscape Lights
IMPORTANT! When installing 12 VAC IntelliBrite LED and Landscape
lights, connect the lights to the secondary 12VAC output of the step down
transformer, then connect the IntelliBrite controller to the 120VAC primary
input of the step down transformer.
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR ELECTROCUTION
TURN power OFF at circuit breaker - Always
disconnect power to the pool light at the circuit
breaker before servicing the light. Failure to do
so could result in death or serious injury to
installer, service person, pool users, or others due
to electrical shock.