Sunshine Pool Products SPE User manual

Sunshine Pool Products, LLC
Manufacturer of Quality Pool & Spa Products
902 W 2010 S, Syracuse, Utah 84075
Voice: 801-825-4523
Website: www.sunshinepool.com Email: [e-mail]
ECONOMY POOL SUNSHINE IONIZER MODEL SPE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing the Economy Sunshine Ionizer. Carefully and completely read these instructions before
installing. Note: This model may also be installed in a spa.
1. Before installing the Sunshine Ionizer the pool should be clean, sanitized, pH balanced, free of algae, and the
filter cleaned.
2. Turn off the power to the pool equipment.
3. Install the cell after the filter. If this is not possible then before the filter is OK. See FIG. 1. The electrode cell
must be at the bottom or side so that no air will be trapped in the cell. The black line on the cell must always be
inline with the water flow. See FIG. 2. Cut a 2 ¾” section of pipe out where the electrode cell will be installed
if your existing pipe is 2” PVC. Cut a 3 ½” section out if your existing pipe if it is 1 ½” PVC. Glue the1½” x
2” bushings into the 2” tee using PVC glue if your existing pipe is 1½”. Do not use the bushings if your
existing pipe is 2” PVC. Glue the tee in place using PVC glue making sure it is installed so no air will be
trapped in the cell. See FIG. 3. If you are not sure how to install the cell you should have a swimming pool
contractor do it for you.
4. Plug the power supply into a 120-volt AC outlet in a dry location that has power only when the pool filter pump
is running. If you do not have an outlet that is on only when the pump is on you will need one installed.
5. For 240 volt operation the switch on the back of the power supply must be switched to 240 volts and plugged
into a 240 volt power source.
6. The power supply in for indoor use only. To use outdoors use a weatherproof outlet cover over the power
supply, available at most hardware stores.
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FIG. 2 FIG. 3
FILTERHEATER
PUMP TIMER
PUMP
A.C. INPUT
PUMP POWER
FROM POOLTO POOL
CELL POWER
FIG. 1
2" PVC TEE
ELECTRODES
POWER CORD
1 1/2"X2"
BUSHING
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GROUND
CELL
IONIZER CONTROLLER MODEL PI-S
IONIZER POWER SUPPLY MODEL PI-E
INSTALLATION DIAGRAMS
POOL IONIZER MODEL SPE
Sunshine Pool Products

SUNSHINE IONIZER OPERATION
1. Turn on the pool pump.
2. Test the pool water with the copper test kit to see if there is copper already present in the pool. If copper is
already present it may be from a copper based algaecide or from a previous pH problem.
3. Add instant ions to your pool according to directions on the label.
4. Now you can stop using heavy sanitizer levels! Maintain a constant chlorine level as low as .2 ppm with
chlorine tablets or other types of chlorine. Chlorine tablets are recommended. Do NOT use Calcium
Hypochlorite chlorine to shock your pool or to maintain a chlorine level as it hardens the water and will
cause scaling problems. It has been proven that maintaining .2 ppm chlorine and .2 ppm copper is more
effective sanitation than using only chlorine at 2 ppm. Your water will now be safe, clean, clear, and algae
free with a very low level of chlorine. You can use bromine or ozone as the sanitizer if the proper levels are
maintained, but we recommend chlorine. You cannot stop using chlorine or other sanitizers when using an
ionizer.
5. Test the copper level at least once a week until you have found the proper setting for your pool. Now you
should only need to test the copper level once or twice a month because the ion level does not dissipate like
other sanitizers.
6. Set the slide switch to 12 and to a lower number as need to reduce the ionizer output. Switch the polarity
switch on the ionizer power supply on a regular basis. At least once a week. Don’t forget!
7. Do not over ionize your pool. When the level reaches .3 ppm turn the control down and adjust as necessary to
maintain .3 ppm. If the ion level reaches .5 ppm set the ionizer to the lowest setting until the level drops to .3
ppm. If algae are ever present in the pool, shock the pool to 5 to 10 ppm, add a non-copper algaecide, and
maintain 3 ppm of chlorine until all algae are gone.
8. Maintain the pH at 7.2 to 7.6. Failure to maintain your pH could result in staining if the pH is allowed to drift
above 8.0.
9. At least once a year unscrew the ion cell and inspect the electrodes. A blue scale on the electrodes is normal
and should not be removed unless they are clugged with scale beween the electrodes. If the electrodes need
cleaned clean the electrodes with a stiff brush. Ensure that the electrodes are installed so that the water flows
between the electrodes.
10. When operating in the winter in mild climates, or in spring or fall in cold climates, when the water is
cooler than normal, you will need to set the output control to a lower setting to maintain .3 ppm copper.
Continue to maintain pool chemistry until your water temperature drops to 50 degrees. When operating in
freezing climates winterize your pool water and pool equipment as normal by making sure the pH and
copper level are at the proper level then give the water a chlorine shock to 5 ppm. Run the pool circulating
pump for at least 1 hour. Turn off power to pool equipment. Remove the cell from the tee fitting and drain
all water from the cell. Clean electrodes if needed. Replace cell leaving fitting just loose enough to allow
water to leak out if it gets in the cell. Tighten cell before operating pool equipment.
11. Keep these instructions in a safe place.
IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS, PLEASE REED THE THROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE BELOW

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Please read this guide before calling your dealer or the manufacturer.
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
1. Low Copper Level Output Control setting to low
Insufficient Chlorine level
Insufficient pump run time
Did not add Instant Ions
Worn Out Electrodes
Equipment Failure
Increase Output Control setting
Shock water with chlorine and test for at least 5 ppm after 30
minutes
Pump should run at least 8 hours every day
Add Instant Ions following instructions on bottle
Check electrodes for wear. If they have worn to small stubs,
they need replaced.
Check Power supply for proper voltage to electrodes.
2. High copper level Output Control setting to high
Too much Instant Ions added to
pool
Set control to the lowest setting until copper level is below .3
ppm. This may take a few weeks.
Set control to the lowest setting until copper level is below .3
ppm. This may take a few weeks.
3. Cloudy Water Insufficient Chlorine Level
Insufficient pump run time
Dirty filter
Low copper level
Shock water with chlorine and test for at least 5 ppm after 30
minutes. Shock if ever the water just begins to cloud.
Pump should run at least 8 hours every day
Check and clean filter
See # 1
4. Algae in water or on pool
surfaces
Low copper level
Insufficient Chlorine Level
Need to treat water for algae
See # 1
See # 3
Treat water with a non-copper based algaecide, and shock
water with chlorine daily until all algae are gone.
5. Low Copper Output Low TDS causing low output
Control setting to low
Worn out electrodes
Add 20 lb of rock or granular salt per 10,000 gallons of pool
water
Turn control to a higher voltage setting
Electrodes that have eroded to small stubs will cause the
service light to come on and the electrodes need to be
replaced
6. Scale Build-up on
Electrodes
Failure to manually change
polarity weekly
Change polarity switch at least weekly

Electrodes need manual cleaning A blue scale on electrodes is normal. If there is a heavy
scale build-up between the electrodes, then clean electrodes.
7. Blue or copper colored
stains on pool surface
Note: With proper operation
and proper pool chemistry your
ionizer will not stain your pool.
Copper level to high
pH to high
Insufficient Chlorine Level
Improper application of granular
chlorine
Other high mineral levels in
water such as iron
Set control to MIN until copper level is below .3 ppm. This
may take a few weeks.
Add acid to lower pH. The pH should always be tested
weekly and maintained at 7.2 to 7.6
Shock water with chlorine and test for at least 5 ppm after 30
minutes
Granular chlorine should be pre-dissolved before adding to
pool water. Never use Calcium Hypo-chlorite as it adds
scale and hardens the water.
See # 11
8. Black or brown stains on
pool surface
Insufficient Chlorine Level
Other high mineral levels in
water such as iron
Shock water with chlorine and test after 30 minutes for at
least 5 ppm. Because of the low level of chlorine in an
ionized pool a few stains may occur from minerals or dirt in
the water. This is not from the ionizer minerals.
Treat water with a stain remover. Your ionizer will need to
be turned off for at least a week and Instant Ions may need to
be added to the water after treatment. Maintain 3 ppm of
chlorine during treatment.
Do not call your Ionizer Dealer or Sunshine Pool Products with pool chemistry problems.
SUNSHINE IONIZER LIFETIME WARRANTY
Sunshine Pool Products, LLC warrants SUNSHINE IONIZER for life from date of purchase with the following
limitations. Labor and parts are fully covered for one year. Parts are covered at 50% off of suggested retail for
year two. Parts are covered at 20% off of suggested retail for all years after year two. For warranty service
return SUNSHINE IONIZER with a copy of your sales receipt, transportation prepaid, to the dealer you
purchased it from, if available, or to Sunshine Pool Products, LLC. Return shipping is free the first year for
USA shipping only.
Warranty Exclusions
This warranty does not apply to damage resulting from tampering, accident, abuse, negligence, fire, flood,
freezing, improper operation, maintenance, or storage. This warranty does not apply to normal wear to the
ionizer electrodes, which are designed to erode over time.
Total Obligations
The forgoing constitutes the entire liability of Sunshine Pool Products to the original purchaser of SUNSHINE
IONIZER. Sunshine Pool Products makes no other warranty of any kind, whatsoever, expressed or implied. In
no event will Sunshine Pool Products be liable to the owner for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential loss,
damage or economic injury to any person or property arising out of or relating to the use of SUNSHINE
IONIZER except as expressly set forth herein.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.