Spa Builders SC-CF-SBD User manual

OWNER'S MANUAL
SC-CF-SBD SPA SYSTEMS
INSTALLATION, INSTRUCTIONS & MORE!
TAKING OVER THE WAVES!
CLEARLY ADVANCED SPA SYSTEMS!™

Contents
Topics covered in this manual are as follows:
Warnings Warning instructions 3
General Information Safety instructions 7
Specifications General specifications 9
Electrical & temperature specifications 10
Keypad dimensions 11
Power box dimensions 12
Installation Keypads
• K-18 13
• K-19 14
Overlays 15
Power box 17
Connecting
• your pack to your spa 18
• keypad & probe 19
Optional wet-end fitting 20
Jumpers Jumper selection 21
Configuration Output connectors 23
Pump 1 24
Blower 26
Pump 2 / blower 27
Ozonator 28
Electrical wiring 29
Powering your pack
• with strain relief 30
• with conduit adaptor 31
Instructions Single pump system 33
Dual pump or pump & blower systems 36
Alarms 40
Error conditions 41
Miscellaneous Wiring diagram 43
Factory default settings 44

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Warnings
•The temperature sensor must be installed in order to read
the water temperature properly. Improper installation of
the sensor can cause overheating or insufficient heating of
the water. The spa manufacturer must verify if the
temperature measured by the sensor is the same as the
actual water temperature and that the sensor cannot be
affected by external conditions (ex: air temperature).
•This control is not suitable and cannot be used for gas
heater applications.
•This control must always be connected to a circuit
protected by a ground fault interrupter.
•Install the control on a solid surface to minimize mechanical
vibrations.
•The power input cable should always be secured in place
with a proper strain relief.
•A notice should be installed by the manufacturer on the
finished product to notify the end user to always check the
water temperature with his hand before entering the water
so as to prevent burns and other injuries which may result
from improper water temperatures.
•This control should not be installed in the proximity of
highly flammable materials.
•This control is not protected against water infiltration. It
should not be installed in a location or in a manner which
could lead to contact with water.
•The electrical load of connections to this control must not
exceed the ratings specified by Spa Builders Systems Group
Inc. Failure to ensure compliance with proper electrical load
specifications may cause hazardous operating conditions
and/or decreased the life span of the control.
Important Warning Instructions

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Important Warning Instructions
Warnings
•Use copper wiring only.
•This control is certified as a component only. The finished
product which will incorporate this control should be
certified by the proper agency as a finished product. In no
circumstances should the fact that the control is certified as
component be considered sufficient for the finished product
to comply with certification requirements. The manufacturer
is solely responsible for ensuring that the finished product
complies with all applicable laws and regulations.
•Ambient air temperature in the vicinity of the control
location should not exceed the maximum temperature
rating specified by Spa Builders Systems Group Inc.
•The spa elements, containing water exposed to cold air
(piping, pumps, valves, etc.) must be approximately at the
same ambient temperature as the power module of the
control to prevent adequately from water freezing.
•This control should be serviced by qualify personnel only.
•If a fuse must be replaced, it should be replaced only with a
fuse of the same type and rating.
•The control must not be altered or modified in any way.
•Do not connect any equipment to this control other than
equipment and or accessories that are specified or approved
by Spa Builders Systems Group Inc. for each output.
•This control should always be installed with the proper ori-
entation as per the specifications provided by Spa Builders
Systems Group Inc.
•Do not create any opening in the control.
•Do not extend temperature sensor cables.

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Warnings
•This control must be installed as specified in the Spa
Builders Systems Group Inc. product certification report.
•It is possible that an output fail in the "on" position.
Make sure that this cannot create any hazard.
•The spa must comply with the ‘kinetic heating test’
described in UL1563 standard section 47.2.: "While at the
maximum water temperature from the water temperature
test described in 46.1, a unit, covered as specified in 47.2.2,
shall be operated circulating water at the maximum flow
rate without the heater operating until thermal equilibrium
as defined in 45.8 is attained or until ultimate results occur.
Any blower shall not be operating and any air induction
control shall be closed. A blower that heats the water, if
provided, shall be operated. The results are acceptable if
the water at any tub inlet does not exceed 50°C (122°F)".
•Any ventilation openings on the pack must be free from
obstructions that could limit the ventilation flow rate.
•The user manual must specify that if the keypad is physically
damaged, the end user must not use the finished product
and the keypad should be replaced immediately.
•Do not submerge the temperature probe completely in
water. Only the stainless steel portion should be in contact
with water.
•This product is provided with a pre-calibrated pressure
switch. Make sure that the pressure switch setting is
adequate for your application.
•Should you have any questions with respect to any of the
foregoing or the reference materials mentioned herein,
please do not hesitate to contact us.
Important Warning Instructions

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GeneralInformation
Important Safety Instructions
Caution
Thismanual
Congratulations! You have purchased one of the finest spa
packs available. Take the time to carefully read these
instructions.
Low voltage or improper wiring may cause damage to this
control system. Read and follow all wiring instructions when
connecting to power supply.
This pack contains no user serviceable parts.
Contact an authorized service center for service.
All connections must be made by a qualified electrician in
accordance with the National Electrical Code and any state,
province or local electrical codes in effect at the time of the
installation.
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK!
If used with 120V, your pack must be connected only to a
grounded receptacle.
ElectricalHazard
Notice
Important

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General Specifications
Specifications
Description
Features
Fromkeypad
These packs are perfect for spas with one or two pumps (or
one pump and a blower), a heater, an ozone generator and
a mood light.
•Automatic time-out on all outputs
•3 digit LED display
•Digital temperature display
•Sensor failure detection
•Programmable filtering cycles
•High-Limit protection
•Pressure switch failure detection
•Current limiting option
•Freeze protection
•Temperature measurement within ±1°F
•Temperature set point
•Temperature display in °C or °F
•Spa light control (on/off)
•One or two-speed pump control

Specifications
Electrical Specifications
Input
OutputsPump1
Pump2
(blower)
Heater
Ozone
Light
240 V, 48 A, 60 Hz
120 V, 15 A, 60 Hz
(high) 120 V, 14 FLA / 80 LRA
(low) 120 V, 14 FLA / 80 LRA or
(high) 240 V, 14 FLA / 80 LRA
(low) 240 V, 14 FLA / 80 LRA
Connector: J&J or AMP
120 V, 14 FLA / 80 LRA or
240 V, 14 FLA / 80 LRA
Connector: J&J or AMP
120 V, 8.3 A or
240 V, 16.7 A
120V. 3A or
240 V, 3A
Connector: J&J or AMP
12 V, 1 A
Connector: Direct lamp socket assembly
Temperature Specifications
Operating
0 122°F
-17 50°C
-40 160°F
-40 70°C
Up to 80% non-condensing
Adjusted in 1°increments from 59°to 104°F (10°to 40°C)
Better than 1°F
Storage
Humidity
SetPointAdj.
Temp.Measure

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Keypad Dimensions
Specifications
K-18
All keypads have been sealed to perfection to insure years of
trouble-free usage. The extent of their design demonstrates a
clear commitment to excellence in quality and reliability. Two
models of keypads are available: K-18 & K-19. Both models
include specific overlays for single pump and dual pump
systems or single pump and blower systems.
5"
2 1/2 "
K-19
Single pump system Dual pump system
Single pump with blower system
Single pump system
Dual pump system
Single pump with blower system
7"
4 1/4 "

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14 1/4"
362 mm
3 1/2"
89 mm
12 13/16"
325 mm
3 3/8"
86 mm
Specifications
Power Box Dimensions
11 1/2"
292 mm
PowerBox The design of your pack power box took size, weight and
ease of installation into account. Compact and light, the
power box of your pack is made of thick plastic and is highly
resistant to shock, corrosion, chemicals and humidity.
The cover of the power box can be easily opened to access
the connection ports. Simply remove the 2 front cover
screws and pull the hinged cover up to access main board,
connectors and jumpers.
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Installation
Main Spa Side Control (K-18)
Installation The first step in the installation procedure of the K-18 main spa side
control is to cut a hole directly on the edge of the spa.
The hole must be a 1" by 3 5/8 " rectangle to allow the keypad box
to slide into position.
MountingSystem The keypad should be installed directly on the spa (or very close)
for it to be easily reached by the user.
Steps to follow:
1- Select the appropriate
location for the
control unit.
2- Drill two 1”holes as
shown in figure 2. Cut
the material between
the two holes.
3- Peel off the double-
faced tape protective
layer.
4- Insert the keypad and
secure it in place by
pressing firmly on
the keypad.
2 5/8"
66mm
1" dia
25.4mm
1" dia
25.4mm
Bath Edge
1" dia. drill
Note: If the keypad is physically damaged, the spa must not be used and the
keypad should be replaced immediately.

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Main Spa Side Control (K-19)
Installation
Installation
The first step in the installation procedure of the K-19 main spa side
control is to cut a hole directly on the edge of the spa.
The hole must be a 2
5/8 " by 6 3/8 " rectangle to allow the keypad box
to slide into position.
MountingSystem
The keypad should be installed directly on the spa (or very close) for it
to be easily reached by the user.
Steps to follow:
1- Select the appropriate
location for the control unit.
2- Cut a 2
5/8 " by 6 3/8 "
rectangle on the edge of the
spa.
3- Peel off the double-faced
tape protective layer.
4- Insert the keypad and secure
it in place by pressing firmly
on the keypad.
Spa Side
6
3/8 "2
5/8 "
Note: If the keypad is physically damaged, the spa must not be used and the
keypad should be replaced immediately.

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Installation
Overlays
Installation
Note:
To properly install an overlay
on a keypad, you only need a
hair dryer, paper towel and
rubbing alcohol.
First, peel off the plastic film
that protects the LED display
window.
Please note that the following installation procedure is similar
for K-18 and K-19 pack overlays.
Make sure to select the overlay that goes with your spa
configuration.
Single pump system
K-18 overlays K-19 overlays
Dual pump systems
Pump & Blower systems
Single pump system
Dual pump systems
Pump & Blower systems

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Overlays
Installation
Gently heat the back of the
overlay with the hair dryer.
Heat the surface of the
keypad.
Clean the surface of the
keypad with an alcohol
saturated paper towel.
Peel the protective paper
from the overlay.
Place the overlay on the
keypad starting with its left side.
Make sure the overlay is well
aligned and rests perfectly in
the recess of the keypad.
Insure that the overlay is
properly glued by pressing
with your finger over the
entire surface.

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Installation
Power Box
PowerBox
The power box must be installed close to the spa side,
preferably under the spa, at a location where possibility of
water leaks is minimal.
It can be wall-mounted or installed directly on the floor
(or both at the same time).
Six holes on the back of your pack are provided to mount the
pack on a wall.
Four holes located on the pack feet can be used to fix it to the
floor.
Warning: Any physical damage to the enclosure arising from misuse,
abuse or improper installation will automatically void any liability of the
product.
Holes for wall-mounting
Holes for floor-mounting
Bottom viewFront view

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Installation
ConnecttoSpa
Plumbing
Your pack must be connected to your spa plumbing. The
connections must be made with the tail pieces at both ends of
the pack's heater and must be perfectly sealed.
Refer to your spa manual for more information on how to
properly seal your plumbing connections.
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Main Spa Side Control and Temperature Probes
Installation
Connectingtothe
PowerBox
Warning
Keypad
Cable
Keypad
Power Box
Clearance between Low and High Voltage conductors must be at
least 1/4".
The main spa side keypad must be connected to the standard
side panel port of the control box.
A cable is provided to connect the keypad to the power box.
Attach the connector to the power box as shown.
Connectingthe
Temperature
Probe
The water temperature
probe must be similarly
connected to the power
box, with cable following the
same route as the main
keypad.
Proper Way to Connect Keypad to
Standard Side Panel Port
Cable facing the left
side of the box
Header
Pins slide
into the cable head