Solaxx Salt3 User manual

Installation and
Operating Manual
LIT-0061
MODEL SALT340A
120/240 VAC
50/60 Hz
2.0/1.1 Amp

1. Important Safety Instructions
Read and Follow All Instructions
All electrical work must be performed by a licensed electrician and conform to all national, state, and
local codes. Improper use or installation can badly harm the unit and its surroundings.
When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
DO NOT OPEN THE SEALED COVER OF THE SALT POWER SUPPLY
– NOT A SERVICEABLE UNIT
● Power must be shut off at the circuit breaker before performing any wiring. Be sure to follow
Local and NEC electrical codes. To provide safe operation, the power supply must be
properly grounded and bonded.
● WARNING – To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product
unless they are closely supervised at all times.
● The Power Supply must be mounted vertically on a flat surface and at a minimum horizontal
distance of 5 ft (1.5m) (or more, if local codes so require) from the pool/spa.
● WARNING – Risk of Electric Shock. Connect only to a branch circuit protected by a
ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI). Contact a qualified electrician if you cannot
verify that the circuit is protected by a GFCI.
● WARNING – The Power Unit comes with a prewired junction box which is connected to
a a power source, which will turn the pump and Power Unit on and off together. As all
individual wiring set ups are unique, have the Power Unit wired to the load side of the
external timer or automation box by a qualified person. It is very important that the
power supply is only powered when the pump is running.
● WARNING – To reduce the risk of electric shock, replace damaged cord immediately.
● WARNING – The wiring of the unit must be performed according to the wiring
instructions of this manual.
● WARNING – A build-up of flammable fumes can result in a hazardous condition if the
cell is allowed to operate without flow. This device must be operated only with the
inline flow sensor provided.
● WARNING – Ensure that equipment and materials used in or around the pool and spa
are compatible with salt-based sanitation systems. Certain materials may be
susceptible to salt and chlorine damage.
● ALWAYS ADD ACID TO WATER, NEVER WATER TO ACID.
● SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Adding the salt to the pool water BEFORE starting the salt system is required. The system could show
error lights on the power supply if there is no salt circulating in the pool water for several hours before
starting the system.
The “Low Salt” light may remain lit for up to 24 Hours until salt is fully dissolved in the water.
IMPORTANT!
ADD SALT TO THE POOL BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION
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To Source Power
120/240 VAC
50/60 Hz
2.0/1.1 Amp
SYSTEM OVERVIEW
120/240 VAC
50/60 Hz
2.0/1.1 Amp
SPECIFICATIONS
PVC Pipe connections: 2 inch PVC pipe
Input Power: 120/240VAC 60Hz (US);
Power Consumption: 100-240 Volt; 50/60Hz; 2.0/1.1 Amp
Maximum Operating Pressure: 50 psi
Operating Flow Range: 20-100 gpm
Water Return
to Pool
Water From
Pool
Filter
Heater
Generator Assembly
1. Ozone Generator
2. Wiring Junction Box
3. Salt Generator Power Supply
4. Predrilled Mounting Holes
MOUNT VERTICALLY ON WALL CLOSE TO
EQUIPMENT AND POWER.
Manifold Assembly
1. Salt Cell
2. Ball Valve
3. Flow Switch
4. Venturi Injector
MOUNT HORIZONTALLY AS SHOWN
AFTER ALL OTHER EQUIPMENT
(see page 4)
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2
3
1
2
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Wiring the cell.
Connect the two black wires from the Power Supply Box
to the two Quick-Connects on the sides of the Cell.
Ensure the connections are perfectly clean of any debris.
Note: these wires are interchangeable.
Wiring the Flow Sensor
Find the sensor cable from the Power Supply with the 2
small connect terminals and push them on their
respective connectors on the Flow and Temperature
sensors. Polarity DOES NOT matter.
CLICK
TIGHTEN
THREADS
TIGHTEN
THREADS
Filter
Water
from
pool
Heater
Skimmer
PLUMBING
GENERATOR ASSEMBLY
A dedicated return line is best. Returns to water features
or cleaning systems will not diffuse ozone properly.
CONNECT SALT CELL AND FLOW SWITCH
CONNECT THE OZONE TUBE
To Source Power
Ozone Tube
To Venturi
120/240 VAC
50/60 Hz
2.0/1.1 Amp
Push the tube section onto checkvalve barb
securely and push other end onto barb fitting
onto venturi. Push against stop.
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Venturi
Check
Valve
To Source Power
120/240 VAC
50/60 Hz
2.0/1.1 Amp
V
Tablet
Feeder

Wiring the Power Supply Box
1. Connect the green wire to the Ground lug of the timer.
2. Connect the black Load wire from the chlorine generator to Load 1 of the time clock.
3. If wiring a 240 Volt system, connect the white wire with black shrink to Load 2 of the time clock. If wiring a 120 Volt
system, connect the white wire with black shrink to the Neutral lug on the timer and REMOVE the black shrink tube.
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Install the Generator Assembly
Ground
L1
To circuit
breaker
panel
Timer
240V Pump
240V Install with Timer
L2
N
L1
Circuit Breaker
Panel
240V Install w/o Timer
L2
Ground
240V Pump
Ground
L1
To circuit
breaker
panel
Timer
120V Pump
120V Install with Timer
N
Circuit Breaker
Panel
120V Install w/o Timer
L1
Ground
120V Pump
N
1. The Generator Assembly must be mounted
vertically on a flat surface and a minimum of 5 ft
(1.5m) horizontal distance (or more, if local codes
require) from the pool/spa.
2. Locate a position for your Box within 8 ft of where
the Manifold Assembly will be installed
3. Do not block the four sides of the Control Box. Do
Not mount the system above a heater or inside a
panel or an enclosed area.
4. If possible, try to mount the Assembly out of direct
sunlight.
120/240 VAC
50/60 Hz
2.0/1.1 Amp
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Wall Mounted Generator Assembly
120/240 VAC
50/60 Hz
2.0/1.1 Amp
JUNCTION
BOX
120/240 VAC
50/60 Hz
2.0/1.1 Amp
JUNCTION
BOX
120/240 VAC
50/60 Hz
2.0/1.1 Amp
JUNCTION
BOX
120/240 VAC
50/60 Hz
2.0/1.1 Amp
JUNCTION
BOX
JUNCTION
BOX
Connect as shown below
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

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IMPORTANT: ADD SALT TO POOL WATER BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION
Adding salt to the pool water BEFORE starting the Salt3 system is required. The system
could show error lights on the power supply if there is no salt circulating in the water for
several hours before starting the system. The “Low Salt” light may remain lit up to 24
hours until salt is fully dissolved in the water.
IF USING A VARIABLE SPEED PUMP, MAKE THE ADJUSTMENTS BELOW WITH
THE VSP SETTING MOST COMMONLY USED (USUALLY ABOUT 2500 RPM) FOR
FILTRATION CYCLE.
AFTER EQUIPMENT IS INSTALLED, START THE PUMP WITH THE BALL VALVE
CLOSED 90% TO TRIGGER FLOW SWITCH LIGHT ON SALT GENERATOR
POWER
1. The salt generator power supply
will light up. Adjust output setting to
3 lights to show output level.
2. The flow switch light will remain
on.
3. Open the ball valve incrementally
until the flow switch light goes off.
There is a delay of 5-10 seconds
before the flow switch light goes off
so turn handle a little and wait to see
when light goes off. If not, turn a
little more. When the light goes off,
that is the correct setting.
4. Smaller bubbles are best. After
flow switch light is off, check bubbles
and adjust valve handle a little more
until bubbles are as small as
possible.
5. Check venturi suction. Pull the
ozone tube off the venturi on the
manifold and place finger over the
barbed opening. There should be a
noticeable pull to indicate suction is
present.
EQUIPMENT STARTUP
Flow Switch Light Output Settings

IMPORTANT:
Before starting equipment, test the water as you would with any pool to balance the water (to estimate the
number of gallons in your pool, go to www.poolchemicalcalculator.com)
-Total Alkalinity: 80-120ppm
-pH: 7.2-7.6
-Calcium Hardness: 200-400 ppm
-Copper: less than .4 ppm
ACTIVATE EQUIPMENT: Turn on equipment so water is circulating TO THE POOL.
TREAT POOL WATER: You will need to establish a low chlorine residual (0.5 - 1.0 ppm)
IMPORTANT!! Run the entire system (pump, filter and oxygen generator) CONTINUOUSLY FOR 48
HOURS OR LONGER UNTIL THE POOL WATER IS PERFECTLY CLEAR
MISCELLANEOUS:
-Remove any fountain attachments on the pool return fitting. Oxygenated water must be injected directly
into the water. It will lose its effectiveness if a fountain fitting is used.
-Rotate the return fitting inside pool so it facing on a 45 degree angle pointed down and to one side to
create a circular flow to the water inside the pool and so the oxygen bubbles are pushed lower into the
water.
INITIAL WATER TREATMENT
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OPERATION
Run System 8 hours daily at 2-3 LED lights on
Salt System
Maintain low chlorine level of up to 2-3 ppm
Test water weekly
Take water sample to dealer monthly

1. Maintenance Instructions
It is important to constantly monitor the salt level in your pool for the system to work as efficiently as
possible.
The cell should be monitored monthly to make sure calcium buildup is properly addressed.
Depending on the water quality and hardness, some systems will have to be cleaned more often.
WINTERIZING
Just like the pool plumbing, freezing may damage the system’s components. If severe or extended
periods of freezing temperatures are possible, drain all water from the pump, filter, cell and supply
and return lines before any freezing conditions occur.
6. Safely dispose of the acid solution by pouring it into your pool.
7. Rinse the cell with water hose.
8. Put the O-ring back in place and re-install the Cell in the line.
9. If the cell cable connectors were removed make sure they are clean and free of debris and re-
connect them.
Cleaning with Cleaning Cap.
1. Remove the cell from the line by unthreading the barrel unions from the cell ends. There is no
need to remove the electrical wire connections when using the cleaning cap.
2. Remove the black O-ring on one end of the Cell.
3. Attach the Cell Cleaning Cap to the other end of cell.
4. Pour into the Cell, either undiluted white distilled vinegar, or a solution of diluted muriatic acid (one
part muriatic acid to 4 parts water). Always add acid to water; do not add water to acid!
5. Wait for foaming to stop (5-10 minutes when using muriatic acid; vinegar takes longer).
CAUTION: Do not use metal or other hard objects to clean the cell. Do not insert
anything into the cell. Both of these actions could scratch the precious metal coating on
the plates and void the warranty.
CAUTION: Always add acid to water, NOT water to acid.
Diluted muriatic acid solution = 1 part acid to 4 parts water
Note: Follow the instructions of the acid manufacturer.
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2. Cell Cleaning
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MAINTENANCE

How long should the system be run?
Run pool equipment and oxygen generator a minimum of 8 hours daily, during daylight hours. Running the system
longer will provide even better quality water. Running the system continuously will provide the highest quality water
possible.
How do I know the Oxygen Generator is working?
· The LED light on the bottom of the generator is illuminated.
· There are small bubbles entering the pool through the return.
The light on the bottom is not illuminated of the Oxygen Generator:
· Plug should be wired into GFCI source power. Check to make sure the breaker and outlet are in good working
order.
The light is on but there are no small bubbles entering the pool.
· Check to make sure the filter and pump are working properly. If filter is dirty, clean filter and restart.
· Check suction at venturi as indicated under “EQUIPMENT STARTUP” on page 6
How Often should I test my Water?
· Weekly AT HOME,
· Swimming Pool Store Professional Lab Test monthly.
My Pool Looks cloudy or green.
The system is designed to maintain and keep your pool looking and feeling great. If there is a problem and the pool
becomes dirty the Salt 3 system can correct the problem.
· Check filter and pump to ensure water is circulating properly. Clean filter if necessary.
· Make sure light on bottom of Oxygen Generator is on and bubbles are entering the pool via the returns when
system is on.
· Run system for 48 hours on “Boost”. This happens when you press Boost button which shocks pool
Can I use additional chemical products?
Yes, the system is designed to work with most chemicals, including chlorine, that make your pool feel and function best
for you.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE THIS SYSTEM WHILE USING BIGUANIDE PRODUCTS IN YOUR POOL. BIGUANIDE
PRODUCTS ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH ANY OTHER POOL CHEMICALS AND MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE
WATER BEFORE STARTING ANY OTHER WATER TREATMENT PROGRAM. DO NOT USE WITH BROMINE
BASED SANITIZERS.
Can I use a return fountain while using the Oxygen Generator?
No, the bubbles of Oxygen should stay in contact the water to be effective. The longer the bubbles are in the water, the
better the system is working. Aim the returns down and out so that the bubbles stay in the water as long as possible to
be the most effective.
My filter seems to be getting dirty quickly?
The nature of using a Salt 3 based water treatment program means that more organic and inorganic materials are
oxidized and broken down compared to other systems. This means more impurities will be filtered out and therefore the
filter media is working better. The Salt 3 System may increase the need to clean the filter.
TROUBLESHOOTING AND FAQ
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TECHNICAL HELP LINE 561-455-0252