Spa Electrics RETRO Operating instructions

RETRO INSTALLATION

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CONTENTS
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READ THIS FIRST
TOOLS REQUIRED / PRODUCT SUPPORT
INCLUDED PARTS
BEFORE YOU START
EXISTING LIGHT REMOVAL
LIGHT INSTALLATION
MULTI PLUS SETUP
MULTI PLUS STANDALONE OPERATION
MULTI PLUS COLOUR MODES
TRI COLOUR OPERATION

The GK-Retro LED Light now utilises variable voltage operation allowing the light to
operate on any existing 12v AC / 24v AC or 32v AC power supply.
NOTE:
The use of DC / Electronic (or switch mode) power supplies is not permitted as they can
cause disruptions in the lights normal operation & in some cases damage the lights
internal electronic components. For more information, please contact Spa Electrics Pty
Ltd.
For safe & proper installation, use only parts (screws, plugs, sealant etc) provided.
For Multi Colour operation, please refer to the MULITPLUS Operating Manual
The GK-Retro Light must be water cooled at all times. DO NOT switch the light on
until installation is complete and the light is fully submerged in water.
Ensure sufficient cable is coiled behind the light to allow for servicing
(approx 300-600mm)
Ensure only circular cable not exceeding 10mm diameter is connected to the
GK-Retro Light. The use of Fig. 8 or TPS cable will not seal correctly & will void the
product warranty.
The GK-Retro LED Light does not contain any user serviceable parts, opening the
light will void the product warranty.
When using the ‘B’ plate for fibreglass installations - ensure that silicon sealant is
applied to fixing screws to seal the fibreglass wall.
The GK-Retro Light is NOT suitable for horizontal mounting.
This light contains no user-serviceable parts; opening the light will void the product
warranty
Pool chemicals & PH levels: Due to the corrosive nature of unblanaced pool chemi-
cals, Spa Electrics strogly recommencd that your pool water is balanced prior to
installing your pool Lights or any plastic or stainless steel components, and tested
weekly to maintain these levels. pH levels should be maintained between 7.2- 7.6 at
all times to ensure the longevity of these components.
Failure to do so can result in chemical damage to the light housing and
pool fittings, including stainless steel components.
Please note: Lights or components found to have excessive chemical
damage will not be covered under our manufacturer’s warranty policy
READ THIS FIRST
WARNING
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TOOLS REQUIRED
IMPORTANT
PRODUCT SUPPORT & INFORMATION
Side Cutters / Pliers
RTV Silicon (Fibreglass Pools Only)
With the exception on step 2 of the “LIGHT INSTALLATION”,
All installation steps shoulf be carried out with manual tools only.
The use of power tools (such as 240v and cordless drills) during
installation is not recommended as these devices can cause faults and
damage to light components
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LANOLIN
1 X GKRX LIGHT
1 X CABLE SEAL KIT
4 X CABLE GLANDS
4 X SCREW 1” X 8
4 X SCREW M4 X 12P
4 X SCREW 11/4”X 8
ALSO INCLUDED
STAINLESS STEEL (316)
MOUNTING SCREW KIT
INCLUDED PARTS
RETRO PLATE ‘A’
RETRO PLATE ‘B’
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BEFORE YOU START
1ISOLATE POOL LIGHTS
2CHECK TRANSFORMER
EXISTING TRANSFORMER
MUST BE:
EXISTING TRANSFORMER
MUST NOT BE:
12V~32V AC ONLY
MIN. 15 WATT (PER LIGHT)
IN GOOD WORKING ORDER
DC OR ‘LED DRIVER’
ELECTRONIC OR SWITCH MODE
WEATHER DAMAGED OR IN
OTHERWISE POOR CONDITION
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REMOVAL OF EXISTING LIGHT
REMOVE EXISTING POOL
LIGHT FROM POOL WALL.
DISCONNECT CABLE TO
POOL LIGHT, LEAVING AS
MUCH EXCESS CABLE AS
POSSIBLE.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT REMOVE CABLE
GLAND FROM FIBREGLASS OR
VINYL POOLS.
1.
1.
1.
REMOVE EXISTING
BRACKET FROM POOL
WALL.
2.
2. MIN 300mm
1REMOVE EXISTING LIGHT
2REMOVE EXISTING BRACKET
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RETRO PLATE ‘A’ RETRO PLATE ‘B’
1SELECT CORRECT BRACKET
2BRACKET MODIFICATION
USING THE INFORMATION IN STEP 3 SELECT THE APPROPRIATE RETRO
BRACKET FOR YOUR INSTALLATION.
IN MOST CASES THE PRE MADE
MOUNTING HOLES WILL ALIGN
WITH MAJOR BRAND POOL
LIGHTS.
HOWEVER IF REQUIRED, IT IS
PERMISSABLE TO DRILL NEW
HOLES IN THE RETRO PLATES IN
ORDER TO MOUNT TO EXISTING
POSITIONS.
ENSURE SYSTEM IS TURNED OFF & ISOLATED PRIOR TO INSTALLING LIGHT
FITTING.
LIGHT INSTALLATION
CONCRETE INSTALLATIONS FIBREGLASS/VINYL INSTALLATIONS
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3EXISTING LIGHT IDENTIFICATION
AUTUMN SOLAR SLIM 180
* Also suitable for Magic / Questa / Waterlinx / Pantera light
AQUAQUIP QC SERIES
PLATE ‘A’
(A)
(B)
(B)
(N/A)
-
-
D
(N/A)
TILED
POOL PLATE REMOVE TABS
RENDERED
FIBREGLASS
VINYL
PLATE ‘B’
PLATE ‘A’
(A)
(B)
(B)
(N/A)
-
(N/A)
-
(N/A)
TILED
POOL PLATE REMOVE TABS
RENDERED
FIBREGLASS
VINYL
PLATE ‘B’
POOLRITE TRIMLITE
SPA ELECTRICS SE3M
PLATE ‘A’
(A)
(B)
(B)
(N/A)
-
-
D,E,F,G,H,J,K
(N/A)
TILED
POOL PLATE REMOVE TABS
RENDERED
FIBREGLASS
VINYL
PLATE ‘B’
PLATE ‘A’
(A)
(B)
(B)
-
-
D
(B) -
TILED
POOL PLATE REMOVE TABS
RENDERED
FIBREGLASS
VINYL
PLATE ‘B’
FILTRITE PAR 56
GK6710
(B)
(B)
(B)
(B)
-
-
-
-
TILED
POOL PLATE REMOVE TABS
RENDERED
FIBREGLASS
VINYL
PLATE ‘B’
* Note: SE3 Lights with suction outlet cannot be replaced with the GKRX
model due to suction installation standards. For more information
contact Spa Electrics.
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3EXISTING LIGHT IDENTIFICATION CONT.
IMPORTANT
THESE MOUNTING LOCATIONS ARE PROVIDED AS A GUIDE ONLY.
IN SOME CASES MOUNTING LOCATIONS CAN VARY FROM THE
DESIGNATED POSITIONS. IN THESE INSTANCES DRILLING NEW
MOUNTING HOLES MAY BE REQUIRED. SEE STEP 2 FOR DETAILS
STROUD C150
STROUD SM400
WATERCO LITESTREAM
POOL LIGHT
PLATE ‘A’
PLATE ‘B’
PLATE ‘A’ PLATE ‘B’
GK6710 PLATE ‘B’
(A)
(A)
(A)
(N/A) (N/A)
TILED
POOL PLATE REMOVE TABS
RENDERED
FIBREGLASS
VINYL
* Also suitable for Britestream LED model
(A)
(B)
(B)
-
-
E,G,H
(B) -
TILED
POOL PLATE REMOVE TABS
RENDERED
FIBREGLASS
VINYL
SWIMWORLD
(B)
(B)
(B)
(N/A)
-
-
-
(N/A)
TILED
POOL PLATE REMOVE TABS
RENDERED
FIBREGLASS
VINYL
(B)
(B)
(B)
(N/A)
-
-
-
-
-
-
(N/A)
TILED
POOL PLATE REMOVE TABS
RENDERED
FIBREGLASS
VINYL
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4INSTALLING RETRO BRACKET
5CONNECTING CABLE TO LIGHT
FEED POOL LIGHT CABLE
THROUGH SUITABLE
LOCATION ON RETRO
BRACKET
AFFIX BRACKET TO
EXISTING MOUNTING
LOCATIONS USING
STAINLESS STEEL SCREW
KIT PROVIDED.
NOTE
FOR FIBREGLASS POOLS,
APPLY RTV SILICONE TO
MOUNTING SCREW THREADS
1.
1.
2.
2.
REMOVE TERMINAL COVER
USING A #2 PHILIPS SCREW
DRIVER REMOVE THE 3 FIXING
SCREWS AND TERMINAL COVER
TO REVEAL THE TERMINAL
CONNECTION.
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6CABLE PREPERATION
7ATTACH CABLE TO LIGHT
NOTE
IF CABLE LENGTH ALLOWS,
CUT CABLE BACK UNTIL
FRESH COPPER APPEARS.
NOTE
AS THE LIGHTS OPERATE
ON AC VOLTAGE THERE IS
NO POLARITY.
STRIP POOL LIGHT CABLE TO
SPECIFIED LENGTH.
ATTACH WIRES TO TERMINALS
ON REAR OF LIGHT, USING A
FLAT BLADE SCREWDRIVER.
ENSURE GLAND IS CORRECTLY
SEATED AND NOT TWISTED.
SELECT AN APPROPRIATE
CABLE GLAND BY TESTING
EACH GLAND ON THE EXISTING
CABLE.
THE FITMENT SHOULD BE FIRM
OVER THE CABLE WITHOUT
BULDGING OR DEFORMING THE
GLAND.
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8ATTACH CABLE TO LIGHT CONT.
9INJECT LANOLIN GREASE
REPLACE TERMINAL COVER
AND SECURE FIRMLY BY HAND
ONLY.
REMOVE 2 X FILLER SCREWS &
O’RING SEALS.
INJECT LANOLIN INTO
LEFT FILLER HOLE
UNTIL VISIBLE IN RIGHT
FILLER HOLE.
LANOLIN
1. 1.
2.
REPLACE THE O’RING
SEALS AND SCREWS IN
THE FILLER HOLES.
ENSURE NOT TO OVER
TIGHTEN
3.
2.
LANOLIN USE
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10 ATTACH LIGHT TO BRACKET
11 TEST SYSTEM
COIL EXCESS CABLE BEHIND
POOL LIGHT
ATTACH LIGHT TO BRACKET
BY INSERTING TAB AT BASE
OF LIGHT INTO BRACKET
AND INSERTING M4 X 12P
SCREW.
TIGHTEN GENTLY BY HAND
ONLY.
ON
TO POOL LIGHTS
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READ THIS FIRST
STEP 1 - POOL CONTROLLER SETUP
STEP 2 - LIGHT SETUP
The MULTI-PLUS light has 5 inbuilt modes of operation for use on a variety of different control systems
or installation types.
When you first install your MULTI-PLUS light it will operate in the default, ‘Manual’ mode for use with
a wall switch. In order to connect the light to a 3rd party pool controller OR change to a different
operating mode please follow the below steps.
If connecting to a pool controller, please ensure the system is fully installed and you have completed
all the relevant steps in the controller setup menu to operate the lights correctly.
During pool controller setup you will be prompted to select which light model is installed. Please
use the below table to select the appropriate light for your pool controller type.
(For more information on this please refer to the pool controller installation manual).
iRIS Setup
MULTI PLUS SETUP
TURN LIGHTS ON
ALL LIGHTS
NOW FLASHING
RED
TURN LIGHTS OFF
WAIT 10 SECONDS
REPEAT
x 3
WAIT 1SECOND
TURN LIGHTS ON
NOTE: This step can either be performed via a wall switch OR via the controller panel/Mobile App.
Ensure Lights have been off for 30 seconds prior to performing this step.
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1.
2.
NOTE: Some older pool controllers may not support these models. Please contact the controller
manufacturer for upgrade assistance.
If installing the MULTI PLUS
with an iRIS remote, please see
the iRIS installation manual for
‘Quick Setup’ proceedure.
If ALL Lights connected to
circuit are NOT continuously
flashing RED, please turn
Lights OFF & wait 30 seconds
before repeating STEP 2
NOTE:
Continue to STEP 3
IMPORTANT:
(min 10s - max 15s)
POOL CONTROLLER
Astral Connect 10 (2016 to current)
(F/W Rev. ‘R’- Current)
SLX Light
Jandy Aqualink RS Intellibrite Light
Zodiac Aqualink TRI Intellibrite Light
Pentair EasyTouch Intellibrite Light
Pentair IntelliTouch Intellibrite Light
SELECT LIGHT MODEL
Hayward Omnilogic (UCL)Universal Colorlogic
(CL 4.0)Colorlogic 4.0
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STEP 3 - SELECTING OPERATING MODE
Continue to STEP 4
MULTI PLUS SETUP cont.
FLASHING NEXT
COLOUR IN
SEQUENCE
After accessing SETUP MODE (STEP 2) the lights will FLASH RED continuously. This is MODE 1
(Manual mode)
Use the below process to change the operating mode to correspond to the required controller or
operating type below.
*Standard MULTI Mode:
This mode allows the MULTI PLUS light to operate in the standard MULTI-Colour mode. This mode should
only be used when operating a MULTI PLUS light from a wall switch or RM-2, in conjunction with a standard
Spa Electrics MULTI-Colour light. For more information please contact Spa Electrics. (03) 9793 2299
*Light Model Selected:
This indicates the model of light to be selected in the Pool Controller setup menu.
Refer to STEP 1 of this manual for more information or please contact Spa Electrics. (03) 9793 2299
TURN LIGHTS OFF TURN LIGHTS ON
WAIT 1SECOND
Once desired mode is reached (i.e. “Flashing Green - iRIS Mode) leave power turned
ON and continue to STEP 4
IMPORTANT:
CONTROLLER / OPERATING TYPE
Astral Connect 10 (2016 to current)
(F/W Rev. ‘R’-Current)
SLX Light
Spa Electrics iRIS Controller2. GREEN
3. MAGENTA
4. WHITE
-
Manual Mode (wall switch)1. RED -
Standard MULTI Mode* (wall switch)5. BLUE -
Jandy Aqualink RS Intellibrite Light
Zodiac Aqualink TRI Intellibrite Light
Pentair EasyTouch Intellibrite Light
Pentair IntelliTouch Intellibrite Light
LIGHT MODEL SELECTED*‘FLASHING’ COLOUR
Hayward Omnilogic
Hayward Omnilogic
6. YELLOW
7. ORANGE
Universal Colorlogic
Colorlogic 4.0
Should the lights go out of sync at any point during Step 3, turn off the lights for 30 seconds
then restart the setup process from Step 2. If this issue persists contact Spa Electrics Support.
(03) 9793 2299
NOTE:
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STEP 4 - SAVING OPERATING MODE
STEP 5 - CONFIRM OPERATION
Your setup should now be complete. To confirm the system is working correctly, select a
colour via the controller or wall switch (depending on operating mode selected) and check to
ensure all lights are synchronised and the correct colour is displayed.
TURN SYSTEM ONTURN SYSTEM OFF
WAIT 30 SECONDS
Once the desired operating mode is selected follow these steps to save the selection.
MULTI PLUS SETUP cont.
MANUAL MODE USER INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SYNCHRONIZED INSTALLATION
1.
To change the color of the light, simply turn your light OFF for 2 seconds and then turn it
back ON. This will signal the light to proceed to the next colour in the sequence.
2.
3.
Your lights will automatically save your selected colour once the power has been turned
OFF for more than 1minute. So the next time the lights are used, they will illuminate on
the last operated colour.
To reset or ‘synchronize’ your lights; with the power turned ON, turn the power OFF/ON
once rapidly. This will RESET your lights to WHITE
When installing multiple lights; to ensure synchronization and ease of operation, ALL Lights
must operate from a single switch.
Important
You must wait at least 30 Seconds
prior to turning the system back ON
or selection process will fail and
setup will need to be restarted.
Refer to pg. 17 for available colours.
Refer to pg. 17 for available colours.
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OPERATING MODE COLOURS
MANUAL MODE (DEFAULT)
INTELLIBRITE MODE
STANDARD MULTI* MODE
CONNECT 10 MODE
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
WHITE 4000K
WHITE 1
WHITE 2
SLOW COLOUR BLEND
FAST COLOUR CHANGE
AQUA
AQUA
BLUE
BLUE
MAGENTA
MAGENTA
RED
RED
LIME
LIME
GREEN
GREEN
WHITE
CUSTOMISED COLOUR
RAINBOW PATTERN
OCEAN PATTERN
DISCO PATTERN
AQUA
BLUE
MAGENTA
RED
ORANGE
GREEN
OCEANIC VIEWS
TRANSCENDENCE
OUTBACK AUSTRALIA
SPRING EQUINOX
iRIS MODE
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
WHITE 4000K
AQUA
BLUE
MAGENTA
RED
LIME
GREEN
OCEANIC VIEWS
TRANSCENDENCE
OUTBACK AUSTRALIA
SPRING EQUINOX
1 SAM
PARTY
ROMANCE
CARIBBEAN
AMERICAN
CALIFORNIA SUNSET
ROYAL
BLUE
GREEN
RED
WHITE
MAGENTA
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
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*Standard MULTI Mode:
This mode allows the MULTI PLUS
light to operate in the standard
MULTI-Colour mode. This mode
should only be used when operating
a MULTI PLUS light from a wall
switch or RM-2, in conjunction with a
standard Spa Electrics MULTI-Colour
light.
For more information please contact
Spa Electrics. (03) 9793 2299
UNIVERSAL COLORLOGIC MODE
CLOUD WHITE
WARM RED
FLAMINGO
VIVID VIOLET
EMERALD
VOODOO LOUNGE
DEEP BLUE SEA
ROYAL BLUE
AFTERNOON SKIES
AQUA GREEN
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
COOL CABARET
MARDI GRAS
SANGRIA
TWILIGHT
TRANQUILITY
GEMSTONE
USA
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12
13
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15
16
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9
10
COLORLOGIC 4.0 MODE
1 VOOODOO LOUNGE
DEEP BLUE SEA
AFTERNOON SKIES
EMERALD
SANGRIA
CLOUD WHITE
TWILIGHT
TRANQUILITY
GEMSTONE
USA
MARDI GRAS
COOL CABARET
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TRI-Colour light models provide a choice of 3 exciting fixed colours at the flick of a switch!
1. Electric Blue
2. 4000k White
3. Lagoon Green
COLOURS AVAILABLE:
SYNCHRONIZED INSTALLATION
1.
To change the color of the light, simply turn your light OFF for 2 seconds and then turn it
back ON. This will signal the light to proceed to the next colour.
Colours will display in the order above, to select a desired colour, simply step through the
colours until you find your desired selection.
2.
3.
Your lights will automatically save your selected colour once the power has been turned OFF
for more than 1minute so the next time the lights are used, they will illuminate on the
last colour selected.
To reset or ‘synchronize’ your lights; with the power turned ON, turn the power OFF/ON once
rapidly. This will put the lights into RESET mode (flashing BLUE), once this occurs turn the
power OFF, wait 2 seconds & turn the power ON. Your lights should now be synchronized.
When installing multiple lights; to ensure synchronization and ease of operation all
Lights must operate from a single switch.
WIRING DIAGRAM
LV50-12
POOL SPA
TRANSFORMER
POOL LIGHTS
WALL SWITCH
LV25-12
RM-2
2CH Remote control
units are also available
for this model.
Contact Spa Electrics for more
information. (03) 9793 2299
TRI-COLOUR OPERATION
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