Zodiac AquaLink TRi User manual

H0391100 REV B
INSTALLATION MANUAL
FOR YOUR SAFETY - This product must be installed and serviced by a licensed electrician in
accordance with AS/NZ 3000 - 2007 and any other local regulations. Before installing this product,
read and follow all warning notices and instructions that accompany this product. Failure to follow
warning notices and instructions may result in property damage, personal injury, or death. Improper
installation and/or operation will void the warranty.
Improper installation and/or operation can create unwanted electrical hazard which can cause serious
injury, property damage, or death.
WARNING
AquaLink®TRI®
Controller
Power Alert
!

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DATE OF INSTALLATION
INSTALLER INFORMATION
INITIAL PRESSURE GAUGE READING (WITH CLEAN FILTER)
PUMP MODEL HORSEPOWER
FILTER MODEL
CONTROL PANEL MODEL SERIAL NUMBER
NOTES:
EQUIPMENT INFORMATION RECORD

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Table of Contents
Section 1. Important Safety Instructions....... 4
Section 2. System Overview ........................... 6
2.1 Package Contents.........................................................6
2.2 Electrical Specifications.................................................6
2.3 Materials and Tools ....................................................... 7
Section 3. Install Controller Box..................... 7
3.1 Mount the Controller Enclosure.....................................7
3.2 Mount the User Interface for Remote Access................ 8
Section 4. Mains Voltage Wiring..................... 8
4.1 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter...................................10
Section 5. Extra Low Voltage Wiring ........... 10
5.1 Wire the Temperature Sensors....................................10
5.2 Install iAquaLink™(if applicable).................................. 11
5.3 Install Jandy Valve®Actuators (JVAs) (if applicable) ... 11
Section 6. System Setup, Programming
and Testing ................................... 12
6.1 Basic Navigation..........................................................12
6.2 Set the System Type ...................................................12
6.3 Set the Clock...............................................................12
6.4 Define Equipment ON/OFF Schedules ....................... 13
6.5 Test the AquaLink TRI .................................................13
Section 7. Install Settings............................... 14
7.1 Freeze Protect.............................................................15
7.2 Units ............................................................................16
7.3 Languages...................................................................16
7.4 Clear Memory..............................................................16
7.5 Pump...........................................................................16
7.6 Color Lights .................................................................17
7.7 Label Auxiliary Functions.............................................17
7.8 Temp Calibrate ............................................................18
7.9 Solar Priority (if applicable) ......................................... 18
7.10 Assign JVA ..................................................................18
7.11 Assign Hotkeys............................................................19
7.12 Ext. SWC Power..........................................................19
7.13 Diagnostics..................................................................19
Section 8. Service Mode................................ 20
Section 9. Pool/Spa System Menu
Flow Diagrams ............................. 21
9.1 Main Menu...................................................................21
9.2 Install Settings Menu...................................................22
Section 10. Pool Only System Menu
Flow Diagrams ............................. 23
10.1 Main Menu...................................................................23
10.2 Install Settings Menu...................................................24
Section 11. Glossaries..................................... 25
11.1 Glossary of Safety Delays and Lockouts..................... 25
11.2 Glossary of Alert Messages......................................... 25

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Section 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.
When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
WARNING
Prolonged immersion in hot water may induce hyperthermia. Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature
of the body reaches a level several degrees above the normal body temperature of 37°C (98.6°F) . The symptoms
of hyperthermia include dizziness, fainting, drowsiness, lethargy, and an increase in the internal temperature of
the body. The effects of hyperthermia include: 1) unawareness of impending danger; 2) failure to perceive heat;
3) failure to recognize the need to exit spa; 4) physical inability to exit spa; 5) fetal damage in pregnant women; 6)
unconsciousness resulting in a danger of drowning.
DANGER
To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, do not remove the suction fittings of your spa or hot tub. Never operate
a spa or hot tub if the suction fittings are broken or missing. Never replace a suction fitting with one rated less than
the flow rate marked on the equipment assembly.
WARNING
To Reduce the Risk of Injury -
a) The water in a spa should never exceed 40°C (104°F). Water temperatures should remain between 38°C
(100°F) and 40°C (104°F). The water in a spa should never exceed 40°C (104°F). Water temperatures
between 38°C (100°F) and 40°C (104°F) are considered safe for a healthy adult. Lower water temperatures
are recommended for young children and when spa use exceeds 10 minutes.
b) Since excessive water temperatures have a high potential for causing fetal damage during the early months of
pregnancy, pregnant or possibly pregnant women should limit spa water temperatures to 38°C (100°F). Before
entering a spa or hot tub, the user should measure the water temperature with an accurate thermometer since
the tolerance of water temperature-regulating devices varies.
d) The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication before or during spa or hot tub use may lead to unconsciousness with
the possibility of drowning.
e) Obese persons and persons with a history of heart disease, low or high blood pressure, circulatory system
problems, or diabetes should consult a physician before using a spa.
f) Persons using medication should consult a physician before using a spa or hot tub since some medication
may induce drowsines while other medication may affect heart rate, blood pressure, and circulation.
WARNING
Risk of electric shock - Install the controller at least 3.5 metres from the inside wall of the pool and/or hot tub
using non-metallic plumbing.
Children should not use spas or hot tubs without adult supervision.
Do not use spas or hot tubs unless all suction guards are installed to prevent body and hair entrapment.
People using medications and/or having an adverse medical history should consult a physician before using a spa
or hot tub.
WARNING
To avoid injury ensure that you use this control system to control only packaged pool/spa heaters which have built-
in operating and high limit controls to limit water temperature for pool/spa applications. This device should not be
relied upon as a safety limit control.

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CAUTION
Power to the Aqualink TRI should be supplied by an isolating transformer or through a residual current device
(RCD) with a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30mA.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
People with infectious diseases should not use a spa or hot tub.
To avoid injury, exercise care when entering or exiting the spa or hot tub.
Do not use drugs or alcohol before or during the use of a spa or hot tub to avoid unconsciousness and possible
drowning.
Before entering a spa or hot tub, measure the water temperature with an accurate thermometer.
Do not use a spa or hot tub immediately following strenuous exercise.
Prolonged immersion in a spa or hot tub may be injurious to your health.
Do not permit any electric appliance (such as a light, telephone, radio, or television) within 3.5 metres of a spa or
hot tub.
The use of alcohol, drugs or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia in hot tubs and spas.
Water temperature in excess of 38°C (100°F) may be hazardous to your health.
Attention Installer: Install to provide drainage of compartment for electrical components.
WARNING
A terminal bar marked "GROUND" is provided within the controller. To reduce the risk of electrical shock which can
cause serious injury or death, connect this terminal bar to the grounding terminal of your electric service or supply
panel with a continuous copper conductor having green insulation and one that is equivalent in size to the circuit
conductors supplying this equipment in accordance with AS/NZ 3000 - 2007. In addition, where required, bonding
should be extended in accordance with AS/NZ 3000 - 2007 to any metal ladders, water pipes, or other metal within
3.5 m of the pool/spa.

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Section 2. System Overview
2.1 Package Contents
Package contents will vary depending on which
AquaLink TRI configuration you are installing.
AquaLink TRI PSi AquaLink TRI PS
• Four Function Controller with removeable
User Interface (UI)
• iAquaLink™
• Jandy Valve®Actuators (2)
• Water Temperature Sensor Kit
• Mounting Hardware
• Mounting Bracket
• Mounting Bracket for remotely installing UI
• Cover plate for UI housing
• Installation Manual/ Owner’s Manual
• Four Function Controller with removeable
User Interface (UI)
• Jandy Valve Actuators (2)
• Water Temperature Sensor Kit
• Mounting Hardware
• Mounting bracket
• Mounting Bracket for remotely installing UI
• Cover plate for UI housing
• Installation Manual/ Owner’s Manual
AquaLink TRI Pi AquaLink TRI P
• Four Function Controller with removeable
User Interface (UI)
• iAquaLink™
• Water Temperature Sensor Kit
• Mounting Hardware
• Mounting bracket
• Mounting Bracket for remotely installing UI
• Cover plate for UI housing
• Installation Manual/ Owner’s Manual
• Four Function Controller with removeable
User Interface (UI)
• Water Temperature Sensor Kit
• Mounting Hardware
• Mounting bracket
• Mounting Bracket for remotely installing UI
• Cover plate for UI housing
• Installation Manual/ Owner’s Manual
2.2 Electrical Specifications
Power Supply 240 VAC; 50 Hz; 2.5 A
Contact Rating Mains Voltage - 25 A;
3HP @ 240 VAC
1500 Watts Incandescent
Extra Low Voltage - Class 2,
1 A @ 24 VAC

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2.3 Materials and Tools
Installation Materials Furnished
• Screw Set (includes Plastic Anchors)
• Metal Mounting Bracket
Tools Needed for Installation
• Power Drill
• 3/16” Drill Bit - Hammer Drill Bit (only necessary to drill into brick or concrete)
• Conduit Fittings
• Wire Nuts
• Wire Crimping Pliers
• Pencil or Marking Pen
• Flat Head Screwdriver
• Phillips Head Screwdriver
• Small Flathead or Slotted Screwdriver
Section 3. Install Controller Box
WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY: This product must be
serviced by a professional pool/spa service
technician as described on the front cover of this
manual. The procedures in this manual must be
followed exactly. Failure to follow warning notices
and instructions may result in property damage,
serious injury, or death. Improper installation and/or
operation will void the warranty.
When mounting the controller box in the equipment
pad, instructions must be followed exactly. Read
through the Important Safety Information section
completely before beginning installation and before
operating the equipment.
Before you begin installation, make sure you have the
necessary tools and a suitable location to install the
AquaLink TRI.
NOTE The controller should be located at or near the
equipment pad.
Locate the controller at least 3.5 metres or more away
from pool/spa and 1.5 metres off the ground. All
national, state, and local codes are applicable.
3.1 Mount the Controller Enclosure
1. Usingaatscrewdriver,rotatedoortumblersone
half turn counter-clockwise to unlock the front
cover of the controller.
2. Open the front cover door and remove the
mounting hardware kit taped on the inside of the
controller enclosure. Unpack the metal mounting
bracket.
3. Using the holes in the bracket as a guide, mark four
(4) dots on the surface where the controller will be
mounted. The four (4) mounting holes are 10 cm
(3-15/16″)apartcentertocenter.Usealevelto
check position before drilling to ensure accuracy.
NOTE Make sure to mark out the four (4) holes as
accurately as possible.
4. Drill four (4) holes in the mounting surface.
5. Pressthefour(4)plasticanchorsrmlyintoholes.
6. Screw the mounting bracket onto the mounting
surface with the four (4) screws provided.

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CAUTION
Make sure to perform the following step BEFORE
mounting the enclosure onto the mounting bracket,
otherwise, damage to the threaded hole of the
mounting bracket may occur.
7. Open the front cover of the controller and locate
the fastening hole under the ground bar. Use a drill
size 3/16” to drill through the plastic enclosure.
This is the fastening hole aligned with the threaded
hole of mounting bracket.
8. Line up the slot in the controller enclosure with
the guide in the mounting bracket and hook on to
mount.
9. Secure the controller enclosure to the mounting
bracketwiththesinglenethreadPhillipsscrew
provided.
Mounting
Bracket
Anchors (4)
Screw
Screws (4)
Controller
Drill a 3/16” hole before
mounting onto the bracket
Figure 1. Mounting the Controller Enclosure
3.2 Mount the User Interface for Remote
Access
For ease of use, you may remove the user interface (UI)
from the controller enclosure and install it in a location
away from the equipment pad.
NOTE: To set up the UI this way, use the provided
5 metre length of cable. If a longer length is
required this can be purchased from most
leading electronics retailers (common phone
cable with RJ11 jacks should be used).
WARNING
When installing the UI for remote use, UI must be
located where a service professional may access it
and the blanking panel (provided) must be installed
in place on the controller door.
1. Using the holes in the metal bracket as a guide,
drill two (2) holes on the surface where the UI will
be mounted.
2. Screw the bracket to the surface using two (2)
screws.
3. Remove the UI from the front of the controller
enclosure and attach magnetically to the mounting
plate.
4. Use the plastic face plate provided to cover the UI
housing when UI is removed. Attach face plate to
enclosure door with two screws retained from UI
removal.
Section 4. Mains Voltage Wiring
WARNING
Potentially high voltages in the AquaLink TRI
controller can create dangerous electrical hazards,
possibly causing death, serious injury or property
damage. Turn off power at the main circuit feeding
the AquaLink TRI controller to disconnect the power
center from the system.
WARNING
Zodiac Group Australia PTY LTD advises that
any procedure requiring potential contact with live
electrical wiring and/or parts other than cords and
plugs connected to electrical outlets, be completed
by a licensed electrical contractor qualified in pool
equipment as described on the front of this manual.
Failure to follow warning notices and instructions
may result in property damage, serious injury, or
death.
All mains voltage wiring must be done by a licensed
electrical contractor.
NOTE: See Figure 2. AquaLink TRI Electrical Wiring
Diagram for specic wire locations and
connections.

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Figure 2. AquaLink TRI Controller Electrical Wiring Diagram
Ground wire for main
MAINS VOLTAGE
EXTRA LOW VOLTAGE
240VAC
24VAC
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
AQUALINK TRi
POWER
TRANSFORMER
BLU
BRW
AUX 1 AUX 2
GROUND BAR
FILTER AUX 3
PUMP
Input Power:
240 VAC,
1.67A,
50 Hz
Water Temp Sensor
Air Temp Sensor
Solar Temp Sensor
F. Pump
Aux 1 Aux 2 Aux 3
Relay Sockets
(24 VDC output)
JVA Sockets
(24 VAC output)
Intake Return Solar
Not Used
Low Voltage Heater
Green Terminal Bar
RS485 Network
(Red Terminal Bar)
RJ Connector
(Black Modular
Connector)
24 VAC Power Plug from
transformer connects into a
3-pin terminal on the back
Power Controller Board.
Power Controller Board
iAQUALINK™ J-BOX
Select
Back
Power Alert
ZODIAC
12:40PM
Pool Mode O
Pool Heater 80°F
Spa Mode O
Spa Heater O
Settings >
Devices >
Service Mode >
®
AQUALINK TRI
USER INTERFACE

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4.1 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
WARNING
When using electrical products, basic precautions
should always be followed, including the following:
• DANGER: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
WHICH CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH. Before attempting installation or
service, ensure that all power to the device is
disconnected/turned off at the circuit breaker.
Connect only to a circuit protected by a residual
current device (RCD) with a rated residual
operating current not exceeding 30mA.
• Grounding is required. The unit should be
installed by a licensed electrician and should be
properly grounded and bonded.
• Install to permit access for servicing.
• Please read all cautions and safety instructions in
the Important Safety Instructions section. Before
attempting any electrical wiring, be sure to
read and follow safety instructions. Wiring
should only be attempted by a licensed
electrician.
Section 5. Extra Low Voltage
Wiring
All extra low voltage wiring should be run through
the rubber grommet fittings in the extra low voltage
compartment (right side of controller enclosure). Slice
through the rubber with a box cutter knife in order to
feed low voltage wires into the cabinet. See Figure 4.
IMPORTANT
Never run mains voltage and extra low voltage
in the same conduit.
(underside of controller enclosure)
Figure 4. Grommets for exta low voltage wiring
5.1 Wire the Temperature Sensors
Wire the temperature sensors on the 10-pin green
connector (see Figure 2. Wiring Diagram). The air
temperature sensor is factory-installed on the 10-pin
green connector (pins 7,8). The water temperature
sensor and necessary installation hardware is included.
5.1.1 Install the Water Temperature Sensor
1. Drill a hole for mounting the water temperature
sensor line in the pipe between the pump and the
lter(beforetheheater).
2. Install the O-ring on the sensor and insert the
sensor into the hole. Wrap and tighten metal clamp
around the pipe to secure sensor.
3. Feed the sensor wire through the black extra low
voltage wiring grommet.
4. Strip 5mm of insulation and separate the wires.
5. Connect sensor wires to pins 5, 6 of the 10-pin
green connector.
5.1.2 Install a Solar Sensor (if applicable)
If there is a solar heating system in the equipment
configuration, wire the solar heater temperature sensor
to the 10-pin green connector. The solar sensor should
be installed adjacent to the solar panel so it will sense
the same temperature as the solar panels. Do not install
in the pipe.
1. Feed the sensor wire through the black extra low
voltage wiring grommet.
2. Strip 5mm of insulation and separate the wires.
3. Connect sensor wires to pins 3, 4.
5.1.3 Install Additional Extra Low Voltage
Equipment (if applicable)
If there is additional extra low voltage equipment
installed, such as extra low voltage heating, wire
temperature sensor to to pins 1, 2 on the 10-pin green
connector (see Figure 2. Wiring Diagram).