PURAPOOL OXYGEN MINERALE User manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS & PRODUCT MANUAL
OXYGEN MINERALE
OXY 600 | OXY 1000 | OXY PLUS

TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..............1
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE....................................................4
INSTALLATION LOCATION
BELOW GRADE INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION TOOLS LIST
CONTROL CENTRE INSTALLATION
OXY CELL INSTALLATION
WATER PREPARATION AND SYSTEM START UP......................9
HOW THE OXYGEN MINERALE WORKS
SALT REQUIREMENTS
HOW TO ADD SALT TO THE POOL
ALGAECIDE
SALT ADDITION GUIDE
SYSTEM OPERATION...............................................................14
OXYGEN PRODUCTION
HIGH CALCIUM MODE
OXYBOOST
POLARITY
WINTER MODE
TIMER OPERATION...................................................................15
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES.............................................. 16
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................17
WATER CARE GENERAL GUIDELINES.....................................19
WATER CARE WEEKLY TESTS.................................................20
RECORD CARD........................................................................21
Congratulations on your purchase of an OXYGEN MIENRALE.
Please read through the entire Manual before installing your new unit.
Your System must be installed and operated as specified.

IMPORTANT WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read this Manual completely before attempting installation.
Failure to install in accordance with the installation instructions
could void warranty and result in injury or death.
All permanent electrical connections should be made by a qualified electrician.
Install at least 1.5 metres (5ft) from wall of pool.
Follow all applicable electrical codes.
The OXYGEN MINERALE must be installed in an outdoor location, covered and
fully sheltered from weather, or indoors in a forced air ventilated room, and installed
so that the orientation is exactly as shown in following instructions.
DANGER
DANGER
WARNING
•
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD: Be sure to turn power OFF and
disconnect from power source before any service work is performed.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use an extension cord to
connect unit to electric supply; provide a properly located outlet.
For your safety and machine longevity, do not store or use gasoline,
chemicals or other flammable liquids or vapors near this appliance.
Mount the OXYGEN MINERALE so that it is inaccessible to anyone
in the pool. Never attempt any servicing while unit is wet.
If unit is not operated according to instructions, high dosages of
harmful substances may potentially be released.
To maintain cosmetic integrity, protect this unit from direct prolonged
sunlight exposure.
WARNING
WARNING
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IMPORTANT WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CHEMICAL USE HAZARD
To avoid personal injury when working with pool chemicals, always wear rubber
gloves, eye protection, covered shoes and work in a well-ventilated area. Use
caution when choosing a location to open and use chemicals as they may
damage any surface they have contact with.
The addition of certain chemicals can reduce the effectiveness of sanitation.
Always make sure that proper residual sanitation levels are maintained to avoid
personal injury.
This product produces small amounts of chlorine. Individuals with any type of
chlorine sensitivity should take the appropriate precautions to avoid injury or
illness.
NOTICE
To reduce the risk of injury, installation and service should be done by a
qualified pool service professional, certified electrician or an authorized
PURAPOOL® representative.
Attention Installer: This manual contains important information about the
installation, operation and safe use of this product. Before installing this
product, read and follow all warning notices and instructions which are includ-
ed. This information should be given to the owner and/or operator of this
equipment.
PREVENT CHILD INJURY AND DROWNING
DO NOT permit children to operate this product. DO NOT let anyone sit, step,
lean or climb on any equipment installed as part of your pool’s operational
system.
EQUIPMENT WATER PRESSURE HAZARD
Always turn pump off prior to installing or removing the electrolytic cell. Your
pump/filter is operated under pressure and the pressure must be released
before you begin work. Please see your pump/ filter Owner’s Manual for further
instructions. To avoid cell damage, water pressure in the cell must not exceed
150 PSI. DO NOT operate electrolytic cell without proper flow or water circula-
tion. A build-up of flammable gases will result in hazardous conditions.
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• The OXYGEN MINERALE must be installed and operated as specified in
the Owner’s Manual.
• Power to the OXYGEN MINERALE should be turned off before unplugging
the electrolytic cell from the cell housing or power supply, to prevent cell
damage and low voltage sparks. Scratching or bending plates in the cell
housing will reduce cell life.
• DO NOT use any type of lubricant on the O-ring. The O-ring (and the
channel it seats into) must be kept clean in order to make a strong seal.
• High water temperatures above 40° Celcius (104 ° Fahrenheit) or direct
sunlight can cause the cell housing exterior plastic to discolour. This is not a
warranty claim.
• Follow installation instructions on page 7 for location and mounting of the
Control Centre.
• Visibly inspect the cell frequently to check and prevent the accumulation of
pool debris that (for any reason) may have bypassed the pool filter.
• Direct sunlight can cause the control center cover to discolour. This is not a
warranty claim.
IMPORTANT WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FAILURE TO HEED THE FOLLOWING COULD CAUSE
DAMAGE TO POOL EQUIPMENT OR PERSONAL INJURY
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INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
INSTALLATION LOCATION
a. It is recommended to install the electrolytic cell as the last piece of pool equipment
in line, on the return to the pool, after the heater. (See Figure 1 on page 6)
b. Installing horizontally will ensure the flow sensor remains submerged.
All fittings are 2 inch Socket.
c. Do not install on pools using a stainless steel liner or stainless steel plumbing.
BELOW GRADE (GROUND) INSTALLATION:
d. This exists when the water level of the pool is above the height of the pool equip-
ment.
e. The system should be wired to the load side of the time clock to power on ONLY
when the primary pump is operating. Alternatively, plug the pump power cord directly
into the power socket on the OXYGEN MINERALE.
f. If valves are not present to isolate the equipment, one ball valve should be installed
on the inlet side of the cell. This allows the cell to be removed for cleaning when
necessary.
g. A one-way check valve should be installed on the outlet side of the cell. This will
eliminate the possibility of having a gas build-up (which could cause possible cell
damage.)
Failure to follow proper below grade installation
procedures may lead to damage to pool equipment.
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ELECTROLYTIC CELL INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
a. Locate pool return line after the heater or filter as shown in ( Figure 1 page 6 )
This is the preferred location for the cell housing.
b. Cut and glue the vertical plumbing risers from the main plumbing into place.
Install Union Nut and tailpiece onto pipe. Install the cell housing to the top of the
risers, making sure the cell housing is level.
c. Install the O-ring into the receiving channel inside the cell housing and then slide
the cell into the cell housing making sure the key way on the black plastic base aligns
with the matching key in the cell housing.
d. Put the main cap into place and hand tighten only; be sure not to strip the threads.
e. Connect the cell cord to the Control Centre. Align the three pins of the cell cord
plug with the snapfit connector on the Control Centre base and insert the connector
until it clicks in place. Alternatively if you have a junction box model, connect and
screw the 3 colour coded wires directly to the 3 postion junction box.
INSTALLATION TOOLS LIST
The following items are required:
1 x Level
1 x Hacksaw
PVC fittings
PVC primer & Type P glue
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Return to Pool
Pump
From Pool
Filter Heater
Image is not to scale
OXY Cell
Figure 1: Location within pool filtration system
1. Horizontally mounted
(Preferred alignment)
2. Vertically mounted
(Use if space is limited)
Figure 2: Orientation of electrolytic cell
ELECTROLYTIC CELL INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
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CONTROL CENTRE INSTALLATION TOOLS LIST
The following items are required:
1 x Control Centre
2 x Mounting Brackets
2 x Mounting Screws
2 x Wall plugs
Phillips Head Screwdriver
Drill and 7mm bit
CONTROL CENTRE INSTALLATION
The Control Centre should be installed at least 1m above ground in a well
ventilated area away form direct sunlight and rain exposure.
The Control Centre should be mounted no further that 2.5 metres away from the
electrolytic cell.
Ensure that the Control Centre is not installed in a closed unventilated shed. Do
not store chemicals or fertilizers near the Control Centre installation or corro-
sion may occur.
If mounting the Control Centre on a post install a flat panel as a waterproof
backing plate.
Mount the Control Centre with the Green Plugs and Mounting Brackets
supplied.
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WATER PREPARATION AND SYSTEM START UP
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a. Balance your pool water according to Table 1: Water Chemistry Parameters (see
below).
b. Add the proper amount of mineral salts ( PURASALTS recommended ).
See Table 2: Salt Addition Guide (page 11).
c. Circulate pool water for 36 hours before starting the OXYGEN MINERALE.
d. Start system at the 80% Oxygen output level and operate normally. For the first 2
weeks test the water every 2-3 days for proper sanitation residual levels. Raise or lower
the Oxygen Output by pressing the output control arrows as needed (see operation
instructions on pages 12-14).
e. If sanitation residuals are still below the 1 ppm range, PRESS the 18hr BOOST
button. (see Troubleshooting on pages 17-18)
f. The rule of thumb for daily runtime of the OXYGEN MINERALE system
(with balanced water and running at >70% production) is;
1 hour of operation for every 3°C of ambient temperature.
(i.e. 30°C would equal 10 hours of run time).*
* For high humidity conditions, irregular flow rates, undersized pumps/ filters or variable
speed pumps please add 2 hours to runtimes. (e.g Asia, Africa, South America).
g. Once oxygen output percentage setting is set, output should only be adjusted for
increased sanitation demand situations.
PARAMETER LEVEL DETAILS
FREE CHLORINE 1.0 - 2.0 ppm
pH 7.2 - 7.6
TOTAL ALKALINITY (TA) 90 - 130 ppm Protects pH and prevents rapid pH "bounce".
CYANURIC ACID / STABILIZER N/A Small doses 10-20ppm can be used if required
CALCIUM HARDNESS 200 - 400 ppm
PHOSPHATES ZERO
SALT RESIDUAL 1800 - 3800 ppm Ideal level for oxygen production.
Recommended level for residential pools to
keep chlorine at a proper range for sanitization
High pH reduces sanitizer efficiency. Low pH
damages pool surfaces and irritates skin and eyes
Excess calcium can increase scaling problems.
Low calcium (soft water) can damage surfaces)
Can deplete free available chlorine.
Table 1: Water Chemistry Parameters

WATER PREPARATION AND SALT REQUIREMENTS
HOW THE OXYGEN MINERALE WORKS
At System Start Up the pool water should have a 1800-3800 ppm salt residual.
PURASALTS mineral salts are made up of 84 minerals. As part of the daily filtration
cycle, the pool water is passed through the OXYGEN MINERALE electrolytic cell to
produce hyper dissolved oxygen ( nano oxygen bubbles and small amounts of
chlorine) which is instantly dissolved into the water. The OXYGEN MINERALE
destroys bacteria, viruses and algae. When the chlorine is spent it reverts back into
dissolved salt, restarting the cycle.
WATER PREPARATION AND TIPS ON WATER CHEMISTRY
Pool water that is not maintained properly will cause damage to the electrolytic cell,
shorten the life of the cell and possibly voids the cell warranty. Properly balancing
pool water chemistry is the most important aspect of maintaining a swimming pool.
Pool water must be tested regularly in order to properly maintain its chemical
balance.
SALT REQUIREMENTS
a. The OXYGEN MINERALE operates best with a salt range of 1800- 3,800 ppm.
The cell will continue to operate with a minimum of 1000 ppm and up to 35,000
ppm without any adverse effects to the unit.
b. NOTE: HIGH salt level above 8,000 ppm may cause corrosion problems with
metallic fixtures, light rings, ladders and handrails.
c. PURASALTS /mineral salts should be used. This can be purchased at many pool
supply stores ( see purapool.com.au for a list of authorized salt suppliers ) Alterna-
tively you can use magnesium based mineral salts however this may shorten the life
of the elecrolytic cell.
d. Salt level should be checked monthly. The salt level should never be allowed to
fall below 1800 ppm.
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SALT REQUIREMENTS
HOW TO ADD SALT TO THE POOL
e. PURASALTS are true minerals and batches vary but approximate calculations are
as follows:- 2kg for every 1,000 litres of water will raise the mineral levels by
100ppm. When adding the PURASALTS, disperse around the deep sections of the
pool.
f. Salt level is lowered through dilution (adding fresh water or rainfall), water splashed
out of the pool and/or backwashing the filter. Salt is not lost through evaporation. If
the salinity level drops below the recommended salinity range (use Table 2: Salt
Addition Guide on page 11) to determine the amount of PURASALTS that has to be
added to obtain the proper salinity level.
g. Power on the pump to circulate the pool water.
h. Slowly pour in the salt around the outer perimeter of the pool for quick and even
distribution.
i. Brush the pool bottom to distribute the salt evenly and allow water to circulate for
36 hours to dissolve completely. After a further 24 hours, confirm salt level reading.
DO NOT attempt to add PURASALTS via the skimmer box or surge tank as this
can cause damage to the filtration system and the OXYGEN MINERALE.
DO NOT have any automatic suction type pool cleaners operating until the
PURASALTS have completely dissolved. Allow the PURASALTS to dissolve for 3
hours before initial powering of the OXYGEN MINERALE.
j. Power on the OXYGEN MINERALE and set output percentage to desired Output
level.
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SALT REQUIREMENTS
ALGAECIDE
We recommend using an algaecide especially during the summer months. The ratio is
as follows. 150-300 mls per 4 weeks per 65-75,000 litres as a maintenance dose.
Incoming water supply varies in all parts of the world. In South East Asia a lot of the
water is from ground wells and sometimes sourced from poor water quality locations.
This also applies for rural areas and even in some town water instances worldwide.
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SALT ADDITION GUIDE
To use the below table determine your current concentration of salt in ppm
and pool volume in litres. Find your desired salt concentration and add the
required amount of salt. e.g. a 40,000 Litre pool with a starting salt
concentration of 1000ppm will require 120kg of salt to raise to 4000ppm
Salt
concentration
0ppm
1000ppm
2000ppm
3000ppm
4000ppm
5000ppm
20,000
Litres
0kg
20kg
40kg
60kg
80kg
100kg
40,000
Litres
0kg
40kg
80kg
120kg
160kg
200kg
60,000
Litres
0kg
60kg
120kg
180kg
240kg
300kg
80,000
Litres
0kg
80kg
160kg
240kg
320kg
380kg
100,000
Litres
0kg
100kg
200kg
300kg
400kg
500kg
150,000
Litres
0kg
150kg
300kg
450kg
600kg
750kg
Pool Volume
Table 2: Salt Addition guide

CONTROL CENTRE OPERATION
Before switching ON the OXYGEN MINERALE, make sure the pump and OXYGEN
MINERALE are plugged into the power outlet.
Once the OXYGEN MINERALE is switched ON and salts are present in the water,
you can adjust the Oxygen production output by pressing the
UP or DOWN buttons. (see Figure 3: Operations Panel)
The OXYGEN MINERALE will only start up when salts are present.
SYSTEM OPERATION
Figure 3: Operations Panel
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LED INDICATOR OXYGEN PRODUCTION % Output
A series of 10 LED’s indicate the oxygen production level of the
Oxygen Minerale.
Adjustment of the output level is performed using the buttons.
The output level should only be reduced if an excess of chlorine is
being produced due to excessive amounts of mineral salts in your
pool. In this case it will deplete oxygen production levels.
Yellow - indicates the production level is too LOW. (Ok for small
pools or spas.)
Green - indicates correct operating levels.
Red - indicates production is too HIGH.
BUTTON - INCREASE OXYGEN PRODUCTION
Press the UP arrow to increase oxygen production.
BUTTON - DECREASE OXYGEN PRODUCTION
Press the DOWN arrow to decrease oxygen production.
LED INDICATOR - HIGH CALCIUM
Illuminated LED indicates when the OXYGEN MINERALE is set to
operate in a high calcium environment. Unnecessary use will
shorten electrolytic cell life.
BUTTON - HIGH CALCIUM
Press to toggle between high and low calcium setting.
Eg: USA and South East Asia have many areas of high calcium.
Use HIGH CALCIUM option when very hard water (above 500ppm)
is used to top up the swimming pool
SYSTEM OPERATION
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BUTTON - OXY BOOST
Press to super sanitize for 18hrs at maximum output.
Sufficent salt levels must be present in the swimming pool!
On completion the OXYGEN MINERALE will revert to your original
settings.
LED INDICATOR - OXY BOOST
Illuminated LED indicates when OXY BOOST function is on.
OXY BOOST will automatically switch off after 18hrs.
LED INDICATOR - POLARITY
Illuminated LED indicates when the OXYGEN MINERALE is in negative
polarity. Depending on the High Calcium setting, the polarity will change
automatically every 1.5 hrs to 7hrs. - this prolongs the life of the cell and
minimizes build up between the cell blades. The cleaning cycle operates
in both polarities.
LED INDICATOR - WINTER MODE
Illuminated LED Indicates when the external toggle switch is ON
( located on the bottom rear left of the OXYGEN MINERALE Control
Centre ).
Use the Winter Mode function when a pool cover is in use
OR in cooler climates below 20°C.
In Winter Mode the oxygen production reduces by 50% and the output
UP and DOWN buttons are disabled.
SYSTEM OPERATION
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TIMER OPERATION
SETTING UP
The outer dial should be set to the current time. Rotate the dial slowly in a clock-
wise direction, until the correct hour is aligned with the arrow printed on the dial.
Note that the outer dial is printed with the 24hr clock
8.00am = 8 on the dial, 8.00pm = 20 on the dial.
Clock hands will allow for fine adjustment of the current time setting of the dial.
DO NOT attempt to rotate the dial in an anti-clockwise direction.
The time switch is programmed by pushing the tappets to the outer ring position
for the entire period that the load is to be turned “ON”, i.e., 15 minutes for each
tappet on the 24hr dial. When the tappet is pushed to the inside, the switch is in
the “OFF” position.
ON OFF
Tappet Position
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
12
6
6
FIXED ON
FIXED OFF
-
TIMER
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TOGGLE SWITCH
DO NOT push the toggle switch inwards when changing
position - this will break the inner plastic cogs.
NOTE: Timer is not covered by warranty

The electrolytic cell should be periodically inspected for accumulation of any
foreign deposits. Common causes of premature cell failure:-
• pH not kept within operating range.
• Operating the cell with not enough mineral salts in the water.
• Excessive accumulation of calcium deposits on the cell.
• Low water flowing through the cell.
• Damage to electrode coating caused by scraping with sharp object.
• Cleaning the cell in too strong an acid solution.
• Acid washing the cell for too long and/or too often.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Before you call for service please read the Operating Instructions
carefully and check through the following points regarding your
responsibilities as a customer.
A service fee will be charged should service be required as a result of
any of the following:
1. Power point not turned ON.
2. Faulty Power point.
3. Timer Clock set incorrectly.
4. Unit incorrectly installed.
5. Switches and controls incorrectly set.
6. Poor water chemistry (Mineral salt levels, pH, Alk, Calcium etc).
7. Cell not maintained.
8. Water flow too low.
9. The unit having been tampered with by unauthorized persons.
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SITUATION POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Increase salt level by adding salt
according to the Salt addition
guide ( table 2 on page 11).
Insufficient run time Increase daily run time. Recom-
mend 1 hour of run time per 3
degrees ambient temp.
Oxygen Output percentage set
too low.
Increase the Oxygen Production
Level
Recent increases in weather
temperature without increasing
the Oxygen Output of the system
Temporary loss of chlorine due
to heavy rain, leaves, fertilizer
or heavy bather load, recent
party, or pets using pool
Set Output to BOOST (Super
Oxygenate) for 18 hours.
Re-check- if still too low, super-
chlorinate with outside source.
Loss of mineral salt due to
rain or added water.
Low salt level (less than 1,800)
Cold water, low mineral salt
level, cell is over-calcified or
phosphates in water.
Check cell and clean, check
mineral salt level, check water
temperature and
check phosphate levels.
Confirm O-ring has not been
lubricated. Clean the O-ring slot of
any dirt or debris. Fully seat the
O-ring before inserting the cell
back into the housing.
Cell cap may be cross
threaded.
Unscrew cap and confirm that the
cap screws onto the housing
without resistance.
Water is leaking
from the cell plug.
Water is travelling through a
crack in the cell base and up
the cell cord.
Contact Purapool Support
[email protected]
Low or no
chlorine residual
in pool
O-ring may be improperly
seated.
Unable to
increase chlorine
production
The cell housing is
leaking from the
cap (bottom of cell
cap or through the
cord hole)

TROUBLE SHOOTING
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SITUATION POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
Red Output
LED Flashing.
Unstable Voltage Switch OFF System.
Wait 60 seconds.
Switch system ON to Reset.
If System does not reset
contact Purapool Support
[email protected]
Multiple Power surges
Short circuits in power
No Output
LED lights are
illuminated
Problem with power to
Control Centre.
No AC power to Control
Centre.
Check to make sure ON/OFF
Switch is on.
Make sure pump is on.
Check circuit breaker on base of
Control Centre- if tripped firmly
press button twice to reset.
Electrolytic cell failure
(end of life)
Install new electrolytic cell.
Verify Time Clock is providing
220V AC to the Control Centre.
Very low mineral salts
in water.
Add mineral salts as
per Table 2 page 11
System in reverse
polarity cleaning mode.
Wait for 3 minutes for this mode
to finish and recheck LED Lights.
The system will
not turn on.
Circuit breaker is tripped
Integrated Circuit Board
may be damaged
Firmly press button twice to
reset (On base of Control
Centre).
Incorrect or no Voltage
coming from power source
Check the power source
(CERTIFIED POOL PROFESSIONAL
OR ELECTRICIAN).
Contact Purapool Support
[email protected] .