poolstar POOLEX CHLOE User manual

GARANTIE
ANS
Salt chlorinator
CHLOE
OWNER’S MANUAL
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1 . Safety Instructions ..................................................................................................3
2. Pump Overview .........................................................................................................4
3.Waterchemistry...........................................................................................................5
3.1 Ideal chemical level...........................................................................................5
4. Installation ...............................................................................................................6
4.1InstallingthecontrolModule................................................................................7
4.2Addingsalt.......................................................................................................10
4.3 Salt levels ......................................................................................................10
5. Installation checklist ..............................................................................................12
5.1 How it works ...................................................................................................12
5.2 Initial Start up..................................................................................................12
5.3 Operation.......................................................................................................13
5.4 Automatic coverage detector (optional) ........................................................14
5.5 Control Module..............................................................................................14
6. Led Indicator light ..................................................................................................16
6.1 General maintenance....................................................................................17
6.2MaintainingtheElectrolyticCell........................................................................17
6.3Toclean the Cell of mineral buildup .................................................................18
6.4 Winterizing .....................................................................................................18
7. Voltage coneversion .............................................................................................19
8. Helpfull hints ..........................................................................................................20
9. Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................21
10. Warranty..................................................................................................................23
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Electrical specications: 230V - 50Hz - 2.4A - Double insulation.
Fuse characteristics:
• Supply board: 2AL 250V - Dimensions: 5x20
Environment conditions:
• Indoor use only
• Altitude up to 2000m
• Temperature from 5 to 40°C
• Maximum relative humidity 80% for T < 31°C, with linear decrease down to 50% of
relative humidity at 40°C
• Variations of mains supply network voltage must not exceed +/-10% of nominal
voltage.
• Occurrence of transitory overvoltage on mains supply is normal.

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1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be exercised,
including the following:
WARNING - To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to operate this device.”
WARNING - heavy pool (or spa) usage, and higher temperatures may require higher
chlorine output to maintain proper free available chlorine residuals.”
• Heavy bather loads may trigger the need for additional chlorine (Optional: [Chlorinator])
to be added to maintain an appropriate chlorine residual in the water.
DO NOT add pool or spa chemicals directly to the skimmer. This may damage the
cell.
• Maintaining high salt and chlorine/bromine levels above recommended range can
contribute to corrosion of pool or spa equipment.
• Check the expiry date of the test kit as test results may be inaccurate if used after that
date.
• Follow all aspects of the local and Canadian Electrical Code(s) when installing this
device.
• The life expectancy of the electrode is 7000 hours under normal use conditions.
• When replacing the electrode, only use replacement electrodes having a label that
clearly states that it is a replacement electrode for the chlorine generating device salt
chlorinator CHLOE.
• NOTE: For outdoor pools, chlorine residuals can be protected from destruction by
sunlight by addition of stabilizer (cyanuric acid)
For devices that can be used on spas:
• For proper sanitation, spas should be completely drained periodically. The number of
days between COMPLETE SPA DRAINAGE is equal to the volume of spa water in litres,
divided by 10 times the maximum number of daily spa users. Rell spa with water and
repeat DIRECTIONS FOR USE of the device.
Health and Hyperthermia warnings for spa devices:
• People with a medical condition should consult a physician before entering pool or spa
water.
• Maximum spa water usage temperature is 40°C. Bathing in spa water at 40°C should
not exceed 15 minutes.
Important notice
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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2. SYSTEM OVERVIEW
The chlorinator’s cell must be installed on the return circuit downstream from the lter and any
heating systems (particularly electric heater)
A « by-pass » installation is recommended so that it is easier to work on the chlorinator and for
wintering purposes.
The electrolysis cell can be positioned anywhere but it is preferable to use a conguration that
facilitates the evacuation of air bubbles. The accessories’ stand must be installed upstream
from the cell.
There are three main components to your Chlorinator system: the Control Module, the
Electrolytic Cell, and the Flow Switch.
Control Module: This component supplies power to the cell and allows you customize the
system's operation, in order to meet your pool's unique needs.
Electrolytic Cell: This component creates chlorine as the water inside passes through and
returns to the pool. The Electrolytic Cell ("Cell") contains a set of titanium plates that use a
low level of electrical power to generate chlorine from salt in the water. The Cell comes with
Unions to connect to the plumbing; each Union has a Threaded Collar that secures the Cell to
the Unions, and enables the Cell to be easily removed for cleaning and inspection purposes.
Flow Switch: This component ensures that there is adequate water ow for the Cell to
activate.
List of equipements
supplied
• 1 complete electrolysis cell
• 1 electric control unit
• 1 cell power supply cable
• 2 short 63/50 reducers
• 1 paddle-operated ow
switch
• 1 wall mounting kit
• 1 installation and user’s
manual

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3. WATER CHEMISTRY
As with any pool, it is important that you maintain proper water chemistry of the pool
water, including pH, alkaline content, and calcium levels. The only special requirement
for Salt Chlorinator CHLOE is to maintain proper levels of salt and stabilizer. It is
important to maintain these levels in order to prevent corrosion or scaling and to ensure
maximum enjoyment of the pool. Test your water periodically. It is recommended that
pool water be professionally tested a minimum of twice per season. Your local pool
store can provide you with the chemicals and procedures to adjust the water chemistry.
Be sure to tell the pool store that you are using a salt chlorine generator.
3.1 Ideal chemical level
Swimming Pools Spas
Free chlorine 1.0 to 3.0 ppm 3.0 to 5.0 ppm
Salinity 3000 to 4000 ppm 3000 to 4000 ppm
pH 7.2 to 7.8 7.2 to 7.8
Cyanuric Acid
(Stabilizer)
50 to 75 ppm 50 to 75 ppm
Total Alkanity 100 to 200 ppm 100 to 200 ppm
Calcium Hardness 200 to 400 ppm 150 to 450 ppm
Saturation Index -0.2 to 0.2 -0.2 to 0.2

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4. INSTALLATION
From the supplied components, select the plumbing ttings that match the existing pool
plumbing
For proper plumbing, refer to the overview diagram on page 4. NOTE: The following
are basic plumbing instructions for the typical installation (Conguration #1), which
entail positioning the Flow Switch and Cell adjacent to each other on 2" plumbing. Your
installation may vary depending on space available and your specic arrangement of
equipment. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the pool pump and all AC power is turned o󰀨
before installation.
TIP: Conrm installation layout rst!
The Flow Switch and Cell are to be tted into the return line as the last pieces of
equipment the water passes through before returning to the pool: always after the
pump, lter, heater (if applicable), etc. If a heater is present, all equipment must be a
minimum distance away, per heater manufacturer recommendations.
Lay out your equipment to ensure there is enough pipe space available.
• When positioning the Flow Switch, ensure at least 6 to 12” (30cm) of straight pipe
before the Flow Switch. If installed after the Electrolytic Cell, the Cell provides this
space. The raised arrow on the black plastic cap must be pointed with the direction of
water ow as it returns to the pool. If installed horizontally, ensure that the wire-side
faces upwards. The Flow Switch is approximately 4» in length; the typical gap required
is 1 ¼’’ (400mm).
• When positioning the Cell, you can consider the side of the cell with the cord the
«inlet» side. If installed horizontally, ensure that the wire- side faces upwards. From
end to end, the Cell with both Unions is approximately 15 ¾’’ (38mm) in length; the
typical gap required is 13 ¼’’ (33mm).
Refer to the overview diagram on page 3 for alternate congurations. For combined
pool and spa systems with a spillover, congurations #2 or #3 allow chlorination for
both the pool and spa during spillover but preventing possible over-chlorination when
operating the spa only. Vertical Installation Kits are also available to minimize plumbing
space required and increase ease of installation.
TIP: Double-check that all Cell and Flow Switch cables can reach the Control Panel.
NOTE: For installations with 1 ½’’ (38mm) plumbing, use 2’’ to 1 ½’’ reducer bushings
with ow switch, and use alternate 1 ½’’ Cell Unions; be sure to note any new or
additional measurements before cutting pipe
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4. INSTALLATION
After determining the section of plumbing to install the Flow Switch and Cell, measure
out and mark the selected area.
1.To install the Flow Switch, cut out a section of pipe at the desired installation location.
Use PVC Primer to clean and prepare the pipe ends and interior of Flow Switch. Using
plumbing Solvent Cement, glue the Flow Switch to the pipe ends. Ensure excess glue
does not become a󰀩xed to movable parts within Flow Switch. IMPORTANT: To insure
proper operation, verify that the arrow on the ow switch (located on the black plastic)
points in the direction of water ow; the water ow must depress the hinged activator
inside of the Flow Switch. This portion is threaded and may be turned during service;
additional thread seal tape may be added if necessary.
2.To install the Cell Unions, cut out a section of pipe at the desired installation location.
Clean parts and plumbing with PVC Primer to prepare the pipe ends and interior
of Unions. Place the Threaded Collars over the pipe ends. Using plumbing Solvent
Cement, glue one Union to the pipe end.
3.Hold the Cell and second Union up to the rst, to gauge the correct distance before
gluing the second Union to the remaining pipe end. Allow su󰀩cient time for glue to dry.
Ensure that the O-rings are tted to the Unions. Place the Electrolytic Cell between the
Unions and tighten the Collars onto the Cell. For a watertight seal, do not over-tighten
the Collars, and only tighten them by hand.
When using a Variable-Speed or Multi-Speed pump on a low speed setting, the cell
should be inverted in order to ensure adequate ow & e󰀩cient chlorine production.
4.1 Installing the control Module
Mount the Control Module as close to the pump and ltration system as possible. For
safety concerns, do not install the Control Module within 10 feet of the pool edges, and
follow all applicable codes. Verify that the Cell and Flow Switch cables can reach the
Control Module from the section of pipe selected for plumbing.
Overview: Using screws, secure the Control Module's mounting bracket at a
comfortable level on a wall or vertical support, at least 3 feet above ground level.
Minimize direct exposure to rain, sunlight, water runo󰀨, and lawn sprinkler systems.
As with most electronics, avoid placing the controls in tightly enclosed spaces to avoid
a build-up of excess heat. For operation, the Control Module may be wired in to the
pump's power source so that both turn on and o󰀨 together, or energized continuously
for use with variable speed pumps (Flow switch will control Cell power but lights will
remain on).
TIP: Do not operate unit until all salt is dissolved in pool water

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Wiring:
Power must be shut o󰀨 at the circuit breaker before performing any wiring. Be sure to
follow local and NEC/CEC electrical codes. The system has been designed to easily
wire into typical in- ground pool systems. To provide safe operation, the unit must be
properly grounded and bonded.
Bonding:
A lug used for bonding is attached to the bottom of the Control Module. The Control
Module must be bonded with an 8 AWG copper wire to the pool bonding system.
Electrolytic Cell and Flow Switch Connections:
The Cell and Flow Switch cables have easy plug-in connectors, which attach easily to
the Control Module. Refer to the diagram below for the location of these connections.
Install at a height of 1.60m and out of reach of children.
4. INSTALLATION
Power
Cord
Cell cable limit switch
contact
ow switch
connector

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4. INSTALLATION
Wiring to Power Source:
The Control Module comes with an un-terminated Power Cord (AC Input) which is
typically connected to an external timer, which will turn the pump and Control Module
on and o󰀨 together. Have the Control Module wired to the load side of the timer by a
qualied person. See the following diagram for typical wiring. See voltage warning on
page 19.
The is shipped from the factory with a 240 VAC conguration. If 120VAC is needed,
move the internal jumpers as shown on page 19. If unsure, seek professional advice.
When used with variable-speed or other electronically controlled pumps, you may wish
to wire the Control Module directly to your power source. This will allow the pump to
determine when the Cell is energized or dormant by activation of the Flow Switch.
Always double-check the voltage of your power source. Connection to improper voltage
can: a) cause severe damage/harm, or b) cause lights and screen to power on without
system function.

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It is recommended to install the control unit at a height of at least 1m60 above the
ground and out of the reach of children.
Be careful not to obstruct the back plate. Leave a 20cm space on sides and a 50cm
space above and below the unit to ensure a proper and necessary ventilation.
In hot season, the aluminium base can reach temperatures of 60°C. Remove any
material that may be damaged by the heat released by the base.
4. INSTALLATION
4.2 Adding Salt
IMPORTANT: Before adding salt, ALWAYS perform an independent water test to
measure pre-existing salt levels.
Use only evaporated, granulated, non-iodized salt (Sodium Chloride). The purer the
salt (at least 99%), the better the life and performance of the Electrolytic Cell.
DO NOT add chemicals or salt directly to the skimmer. This may damage the cell. If the
Electrolytic Cell has already been installed, it should not be turned on before adding
salt. For pools, it is best to empty the required salt into the shallow end of the pool and
run the lter and pump simultaneously in order to circulate the water and dissolve the
salt (the chlorinator is to remain o󰀨 during this time period). Do not throw the salt bag
into the water as chemicals and inks on the bag can interfere with water balance. Salt
may take 24 - 48 hours to dissolve in summer, and longer in winter. Finer granules of
salt will dissolve faster than compressed pellets.
Water Softener salt (also known as Water Conditioning pellets) is an economical way
to buy large quantities of salt. However, only salt that is at least 99% pure NaCl can
be used. Pellets are compressed forms of evaporated salt that may take longer to
dissolve. Avoid using salt with anti- caking agents (Sodium Ferrocyanide, also known
as YPS or Yellow Prussiate of Soda) that could cause discoloration of ttings and
surface nishes in pool. Do not use Calcium Chloride as a source of salt. Do not use
Rock Salt; insoluble impurities mixed with the rock salt can shorten the life of the unit.
4.3 Salt Levels
The system can work within a broad salinity range, from a minimum of 3000 ppm (parts
per million), up to 4000 ppm. However, the ideal level for operation is about 3500 ppm.
To achieve this level of salinity, add approximately 30 lbs of salt for every 1000 gallons
of water (or 3.6 Kilograms of salt for every 1000 Liters). If you are unsure of the number
of gallons in your pool, double-check with the following equations.
TIP: When adding large quantities of salt, start with an independent test of the existing
salinity level and add in portions, retesting at each stage.