Zodiac PF 6M-8M-11M-13M-15M User manual

Installation instructions
PF 6M - 8M - 11M - 13M - 15M
Heat pump for swimming pools
Réf. : N.C.014.A.EN – Ver. 12-2010

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1. Installation............................................................................................ 2
1.1 Generals .............................................................................................................2
1.1.1 Cautions .....................................................................................................................2
1.1.2 General terms of delivery ...........................................................................................2
1.1.3 Storage and transport conditions ...............................................................................3
1.1.4 Field of application ..................................................................................................... 3
1.1.5 How it works ...............................................................................................................3
1.2 Technical characteristics ..................................................................................3
1.3 Operating conditions.........................................................................................3
1.4 Installation..........................................................................................................4
1.4.1 Access to technical compartment............................................................................... 4
1.4.2 Selection of installation site ........................................................................................4
1.4.3 Installing the appliance...............................................................................................4
1.4.4 Hydraulic connections ................................................................................................5
1.4.5 Electric connections ...................................................................................................6
1.5 Starting up..........................................................................................................8
1.5.1 Presentation of the regulation ....................................................................................8
1.5.2 Checks before operating the appliance...................................................................... 8
1.5.3 Starting the appliance.................................................................................................8
1.5.4 Checking ....................................................................................................................9
1.5.5 Overwintering .............................................................................................................9
2. Troubleshooting ................................................................................ 10
2.1 Statuses and faults of the regulator...............................................................10
2.1.1 Statuses ...................................................................................................................10
2.1.2 Faults........................................................................................................................10
2.1.3 Display the values of sensors ST1-ST2-ST3 and ST4............................................. 11
2.2 Malfunctions of the appliance.........................................................................11
2.2.1 The appliance does not work ...................................................................................11
2.2.2 The appliance operates but the water temperature does not rise ............................ 12
2.2.3 The fan turns but the compressor stops from time to time without an error message
appearing ..........................................................................................................................12
2.2.4 The heat pump trips out or attempts to start itself from time to time ........................ 12
3. Maintenance....................................................................................... 12
3.1 Maintenance instructions................................................................................12
3.2 Available accessories......................................................................................13
3.3 Recycling the product .....................................................................................13
4. Warranties .......................................................................................... 13
5. Recording on line .............................................................................. 14
6. Conformity certificate ....................................................................... 14
7. Additional recommendations ........................................................... 14
7.1 Installation and maintenance..........................................................................14
7.2 Repair................................................................................................................15
Available in the appendices at the end of the manual:
- electric diagram
- dimensions and description

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1. Installation
1.1 Generals
Carefully read this manual before installing, performing maintenance on or
troubleshooting this device!
The symbol indicates the presence of important information that must be taken into
account to avoid injurying people or damaging the device.
The symbol indicates the presence of useful information serving as a guideline.
1.1.1 Cautions
1.1.2 General terms of delivery
Any equipment, even CARRIAGE and PACKING FREE, travels at the consignee's risk. The consignee
shall make reserves in writing on the carrier's delivery bill if he notes damage caused during the
transport (confirmation to be sent to the carrier within 48 hours by registered mail and
Acknowledgement of Receipt).
Contents:
+ + +
Supplied parts (in a bag in the technical compartment, see §1.4.1):
anti-vibration studs x5 + half union Ø50 fitting to stick x2 + gasket x 2
+ M20 cable gland x1
The appliance must be transported upright on its pallet in its original packaging.
If the appliance has been tipped over, express reserves in writing to the transporter.
Elimination or shunting of one of the safety leads automatically to the cancellation of
the guarantee, as for the replacement of parts by non-original parts.
Do not vent R410A into atmosphere: R410A is a fluorinated greenhouse gas, covered
by Kyoto Protocol, with a Global Warming Potential (GWP) = 1975 - (Directive of the
EC 842/2006).
Before working on the appliance, ensure that the power supply is disconnected and
secured, and that the function “priority heating” is disconnected.
This device must be installed and serviced by certified professionals qualified for
electrical, hydraulic and refrigerating interventions.
The product must be installed by a qualified technician according to the
manufacturer’s instructions and in compliance with local regulations. The installer is
responsible for the correct installation of the device and also for ensuring compliance
with local regulations in this respect.
The manufacturer will not be held responsible for any potential issues that may arise
due to failure to comply with local regulations pertaining to installation.
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1.1.3 Storage and transport conditions
1.1.4 Field of application
1.1.5 How it works
Temperatures for information
1.2 Technical characteristics
PF Single phase
voltage
Power
consumed*
Power
restored*
Nominale
current
consumption* COP*
Sound
power*
Sound
pressure at
10 meters*
kW kW A dBA dBA
6M 230V-50Hz 1.3 6.4 6.25 4.7 65.3 37.3
8M 230V-50Hz 1.6 7.3 7.3 4.5 65.2 37.2
11M 230V-50Hz 2.2 10 10.5 4.6 66.7 38.7
13M 230V-50Hz 2.8 12.1 13 4.3 65.1 37.1
15M 230V-50Hz 3.1 14.5 15 4.7 65.1 37.1
*with an ambient air of +15 °C and a pool water of 26 °C, humidity 70% (in compliance with the French
NF-414 standard)
unit protection class: IP 24
refrigerant gas: R410A
refrigerant charge: see product name plate
class : I,
degree of pollution : 2,
overvoltage category : II
1.3 Operating conditions
Operating range:
between 5 °C and 38 °C of air temperature
between 5 °C and 32 °C of water temperature
Maximum temperature limited at 32°C to protect the pool liner.
Exclusive use: heating swimming pool water
It must not be used for anything else.
The appliance must be transported upright on its pallet.
Air 15 °C
Water 28 °C
Water 26 °C
Air 10 °C
Evaporator
Condenser
Compressor
Expansion valve
EN
condenstates

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1.4 Installation
1.4.1 Access to technical compartment
1.4.2 Selection of installation site
the heat pump must be installed at a minimum distance from the end of the pool so as to avoid
exposure to water splashes. The appropriate distance should be defined with reference to the
national electrical standards that apply in the country of installation.
the heat pump must not be installed:
- near a source of heat or inflammable gas,
- near a road with the risk of water and mud splashes,
- facing a strong wind,
- with the blowing towards a window or nearby wall,
- with the blowing less than 4 metres from a permanent or temporary obstacle.
1.4.3 Installing the appliance
installed the 5 anti-vibration studs (supplied, see §1.1.2),
put onto a stable, solid (concrete slab type) and level surface,
preserve from risks of flooding due to condensation produced by the appliance whilst it is operating
(see §1.4.4)
Possibility of fixing the appliance to the ground, using the holes in the base of the appliance.
A diagram of drilling is available to the back of the packing box.
Keep the appliance out of the reach of children.
Any bad installation can cause serious material or bodily damage (and can cause
death).
The appliance must be installed outdoors and must be surrounded by free space (see
§1.4.4).
The installation and the hydraulic and electrical connections must be done to
standards in force.
Do not pick up the unit by the outside case, use the base to lift the unit.
EN
Fixing holes

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1.4.4 Hydraulic connections
The connection shall be by Ø 50 PVC pressure pipe, from a by-pass , to the swimming pool filter
circuit, after the filter and before the water treatment :
PF
Hydraulic circuit pressure Fittings
= inlet
= outlet
Average water
flow-rate
head
loss
test operating
bar bar m³/h mCE
6M
3 1.5
half union Ø50
fitting to stick (see
parts and 
§1.1.2)
3 1.3
8M 4 1.4
11M 5 1.5
13M 6 1.5
15M 6.5 1.1
Condensation drainage:
Caution: your appliance can drain several litres of water per day, and you are strongly
advised to connect the drainage to the sewer.
connect a Ø18 interior pipe (not supplied), to the grooved end piece mounted on the
base of the appliance,
outlet: to the back or on the side :
The water treatment system (chemical or electro-physical disinfection) must be installed
downstream from the heat pump (see installation below), and must be compatible with
it (check with the manufacturer).
V1-V2-V3: by-pass valves
V5-V4: setting valves (optional)
*minimum distance
electrical protection boxes
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1.4.5 Electric connections
1.4.5.1 Voltage and protection
the electrical supply of the appliance must come from a protection and switching device (not
supplied) complying with the standards and regulations in force in the country.
an additional protection may be required during installation to guarantee the overvoltage category
II,
the unit is designed for connection to a general power supply with full earth and neutral or neutral
earth systems,
electrical protection: by circuit-breaker (curve D) or fuse (Am) (for calibre, see §1.4.5.3), and with a
30 mA differential trip switch at the head of the supply line (circuit-breaker or switch),
1.4.5.2 Connections
See placing § “dimensions and description” in the appendix
1.4.5.3 Cable sections
supply cable section: for cables of a maximum length of 20 metres (calculation base: 5A/mm²),
must be checked and adapted depending on installation conditions.
PF
Maximum current
consumption Cable saction Electrical protection
A mm² A
6M 9 3 x 2.5 3G2.5 16
8M 10 3 x 2.5 3G2.5 16
11M 14.5 3 x 2.5 3G2.5 16
13M 16.1 3 x 4 3G4 20
15M 21.9 3 x 6 3G6 25
1.4.5.4 “Priority Heating” function
Objective: to keep the pool water at the required temperature, independent of the filtering time (the
heat pump triggers the operation of the filter every hour):
- the pool temperature > required temperature = the heat pump stops the filter system after 5
minutes.
- the pool temperature < required temperature = the heat pump switches on and keeps the filter
pump running until the correct temperature is attained.
The appliance must be earthed.
Risk of electrical shock inside the device. Only a qualified and experienced technician
can install the device’s cables.
If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified technician or in a
Zodiac Pool Care Europe technical station.
acceptable tolerance of tension variation: ± 6% (while working),
electric cables shall be fixed,
use cable suited for outdoor use, of type RO2V or equivalent in countries outside
the European Community, and with an outer diameter between 9 and 18 mm,
use the stuffing box to bring the supply cable into the appliance
Prior to any operation, check that the voltage on the identification plate of the
appliance corresponds to the mains voltage provided on site.
Configuration of supply terminal rail
single-phase 230V-50Hz with phase (L)
+ neutral (N) + Earth
Fuse holder F1
3.15 A Type T
(timed) 250Vac
Earth terminal green/yellow

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Main advantages offered by this function:
- a guarantee that the heat pump operates long enough to attain the required temperature, in
particular during initial warm-up periods (no longer necessary to manually switch on the filter system
24h/24).
- constant control and monitoring of the pool heating requirements, even when the filter system has
been switched off by the timer.
Connection of the “priority heating” function:to use terminals 16 and 17 to come to control the pump of
filtration using the dry contact (I max. = 5 has under 230Vac with circuit of class AC1 and I max. = 1,2A
under 230Vac with circuit of class AC3), see diagram hereafter.
“Priority heating” wiring and operating diagram:
A1-A2: supply to power contactor coil of the filtering pump
filter timer
power contactor (3-pole or 2-pole), supplying the filter pump
connection cable, wire gauge 2 x 1.5 mm² minimum (service voltage 300Vac)
controller board with “priority heating” output, terminals 16-17
heat pump B1 regulation electronic card (see placing § “dimensions and description” in the appendix)
Never power the filter pump motor directly through terminals 16-17 located on plate .
Terminals 16-17 may remain live even if the heat pump is disconnected from the power
source.
Before performing any work on the machine, cut off the power to the filter timer at its
circuit breaker (F on the diagram above).
Incorrect connection of terminals 16-17 may damage the regulator and renders the
warranty invalid.
The minimum wire gauge for connection of the priority heating function is: 2x1.5 mm²,
of type RO2V or equivalent in countries outside the European Community, and with an
outer diameter between 8 and 13 mm.
Remove the plug (upper the cable gland) and fit the cable gland for passage of the
cable into the unit.
Once the cable is inserted in this stuffing box, block it by pulling lightly on the cable to
retract it one centimeter.
The cable used for priority heating and the electrical power supply cable must be strapped
together inside the unit until just after the stuffing box.
Phase
Phase
Neutral




F
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1.5 Starting up
1.5.1 Presentation of the regulation
1.5.2 Checks before operating the appliance
the hydraulic connections are tight,
the unit is stable (as well as level and upright),
all cables are secure and all terminal connections are correct,
the electrical supply and priority heating cables are not exposed to sharp or hot elements which
could damage them, both inside and outside the unit,
the unit is connected to earth (green/yellow conductor),
not tools or other objects have been left inside the unit,
the side panel providing access to the technical section is in place.
1.5.3 Starting the appliance
recommendations to attain the required temperature:
- protect the pool with a cover (blister cover, roller cover …),
- switch the filter system to “manual” mode, 24h/24 (unless priority heating is connected),
the by-pass valves and regulation valves (see §1.4.4) must be positioned as follows:
- valve 1 completely open,
- valves 2-3-4-5 closed.
switch on the filter system,
progressively close valve 1 in order to increase the filter pressure to 150 g (0.150 bar),
open valves 2, 3 and 4 completely, then half open valve 5 (see §1.4.4) (the air accumulated in the
heat pump condenser unit and in the filter circuit is then evacuated),
If valves 4 and 5 are not present, open valve 2 completely and half close valve 3.
Take advantage of periods when the outside temperature is mild (> on average 10 °C) in
order to facilitate the temperature increase (this can take several days, and its duration is
variable depending on the weather conditions and size of the heat pump). The task of the
heat pump is to extract the heat from the surrounding air and transfer it to the pool water. The
higher the air temperature, the more heat the heat pump will be able to transfer to the pool
water.
Putting the setpoint on maximum will not heat the water any faster.
Strongly recommended to avoid heat loss.
Incorrectly tightened terminals may cause overheating of the electrical terminal rail,
and causes the annulment of the warranty.
: “on/off” or stand-by
: display required water temperature or setting
: setting values
: controller “on” indicator
: priority heating output enabled
indicator
: compressor “on” (steady) or
timed (blinking) indicator
: defrost in progress (steady) or
timed (blinking) indicator

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switch on the electrical supply to the heat pump,
if the heat pump is in stand-by: , press 3 seconds on , appears for 5
seconds and then the water temperature is displayed.
set the temperature to the value required (= set point) with the buttons + or + )
=> If the pool requires heating, the indicator blinks for 2 to 3 minutes then remains on and the
heat pump compressor + fan start up at the same time.
during the first 5 minutes of compressor and fan operation, the 3 coloured bars located left of the
display blink , then only one bar remains on. This indicates whether the water flow-rate
through the heat pump is: too low (red bar), correct (green bar) or too high
(red bar).
if the regulator detects that the flow-rate is too low or too high, valve 5 (or 3 if 5 is not present)
must be adjusted until the green middle bar lights up.
in case of mains power failure, when the power supply is restored, the heat pump starts up after a
time period of 2 minutes.
when the ambient temperature is between 5 and 12 °C, the heat pump may start a defrost cycle
(indicators and on). In this case, the compressor stops but the fan keeps running in order to
defrost the evaporator with the ambient air. Once the end of defrost cycle has been detected, The
compressor and fan restart after a time period of 2 to 5 minutes (varies according to the compressor
stoppage time).
1.5.4 Checking
The heat pump must switch off when filtering is stopped or valve 2 (or 4 if present) is closed.
1.5.5 Overwintering
switch the regulator to “stand-by” mode by pressing and holding for 3 seconds on ,
then appears on the screen for 5 seconds before a small red dot appears ,
open the valve 1,
close valves 2 and 3, and open valves 4 and 5 (if present),
ensure that no water is flowing through the heat pump,
drain the water condenser (risk of freezing)by removing the two pool water inlet and outlet
connections at the back of the heat pump,
in the case of a full winterizing of the pool: connect the inlet and outlet connections "lightly" without
tightening (one turn) in order to avoid foreign bodies entering into the condenser,
in the case of winterizing the heat pump alone: do not reconnect the inlet and outlet connectors,
instead place two stops (supplied) on the condenser water inlet and outlet.
cover the heat pump with a micro-breathing overwintering cover (optional accessory, see §3.2).
To avoid damaging the appliance with condensation, do not cover it hermetically.
If a heat pump defrost cycle is in progress: the fan remains on until the end of this
cycle.
With the priority heating function connected, the filter remains on for 2 minutes, after switching
the heat pump to “stand-by” (outside the programmed filter periods).
If the indicator is on, it will remain on for 2 minutes before switching off.
Wintering is essential, on pain of the condenser freezing, and this case is not covered
by the warranty.
Once the pool has attained the required temperature, the heat pump switches off
automatically (indicators and off)
During this adjustment phase, wait 30 seconds after each valve position change as the
regulator response time is not instantaneous.
When the regulator is first switched on, the following information messages appear: “REXX”
then “MAPX”.

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2. Troubleshooting
2.1 Statuses and faults of the regulator
2.1.1 Statuses
Display Cause Solution Reset
1 - filtration pump off
2 – water flow in the
appliance not enough,
3- flow switch defective
or disconnected.
1- clean the filter and start the filtering
2- check the adjustment of the valves,
3- test the continuity of the flow switch
and the connection of terminals 7 and
8 of card B1
Automatic
after timer
(alternating with
)
Outside temperature too
low (ST2 < to + 5 °C) for
probe reading, see
§2.1.3
Wait for the outside temperature to
increase naturally Automatic
2.1.2 Faults
Display Designation Cause Solution Reset
Control
sensor fault
(ST1)
Sensor defective or
disconnected
(terminals 2-3 of the
plate B1)
Replace or reconnect
the sensor
Switch the power
supply off or press
if “dSr” flashes
Antifreeze
sensor fault
(ST2)
Sensor defective or
disconnected
(terminals 1-3 of the
plate B1)
Replace or reconnect
the sensor
Switch the power
supply off or press
if “dSA” flashes
Defrost
sensor fault
(ST3)
Sensor defective or
disconnected
(terminals 4-6 of the
plate B1)
Replace or reconnect
the sensor
Switch the power
supply off or press
if “dSd” flashes
Refrigerant
circuit low
pressure
fault
Insufficient
refrigerant (if the fault
persists after
clearing)
Contact an approved
technician to detect
the leak and top up
the refrigerant
Automatic
(if less than 4 “dbP”
or “dHP” faults per
hour) or press if
“dbP” flashes
Refrigerant
circuit high
pressure
fault
1- emulsion of air
and water passed in
the appliance,
2- bad water flow,
3- exchanger fouled
4- flow controller
jammed shut
1 - check the pool
hydraulic circuit
2 - check the flow
rate controler
3 - if the fault persists,
contact an approved
technician
Automatic
(if less than 4 “dbP”
or “dHP” faults per
hour) or press if
“dHP” flashes
The indicator remains on for 2 minutes after one of the messages indicated above.
The fault , alternating with the pool water temperature, does not block operation
of the heat pump.
The indicator remains on for 2 minutes after the message or

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Display Designation Cause Solution Reset
(alternating with
)
Water flow-
rate sensor
fault
(ST4)
Sensor defective or
disconnected
(terminals 4-5 of the
plate B1)
Replace or
reconnect the
sensor
Switch the power
supply off and then
back on again or
automatic if the
fault disappears.
Refrigerant
circuit
pressure
fault
High or low pressure
fault tripped while
fault “ESt4”
Cancel the fault
“ESt4”
Automatic
(if less than 4
“dbP” or “dHP”
faults per hour) or
press if “ESt4”
flashes
Defrost cycle
time
exceeded
Defrost cycle too
long (> 1 hour):
- excessive ice
formation on the
evaporator (low
temperature with
evaporator blocked
or no ventilation
during the defrost
cycle).
- incorrect ST3
sensor value (see
§2.1.3)
Cancel the fault,
then check that the
defrost cycle
operates correctly.
In case of repeated
fault: contact an
approved
technician to check
for the presence of
an adequate
quantity of
refrigerant gas in
the appliance.
Switch the power
supply off or press
if “dtd” flashes
(case after stand-by
following regulator
start up by pressing
)
EEPROM
fault
(micro-
processor)
The parameters data
in the controller chips
are damaged
Change the
regulator
Switch the power
supply off and then
back on again
2.1.3 Display the values of sensors ST1-ST2-ST3 and ST4
enter into the parameter: press 3 seconds on =>
press on to view the value, and return by pressing again on ,
display => => by pressing .
quit: press 3 seconds on or automatic after a time period of 70 seconds without touching the
regulator.
2.2 Malfunctions of the appliance
2.2.1 The appliance does not work
Causes Verification / solution
No display Check the supply voltage and the fuse
The pool temperature is above the temperature
setpoint. Increase the temperature setpoint.
A message is on the screen. Check the meaning of message §2.1
- the ke
y
is disabled in this menu.

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2.2.2 The appliance operates but the water temperature does not rise
Causes Verification / solution
Not enough filtering time Put the filtering on manual 24/24 hours to raise
the temperature.
Non-complying period of use Check whether the heat pump is of the right
dimension for this period of the year.
The heat pump is under-dimensioned. Check the characteristics of the heat pump
according to the pool.
The automatic pool water filler is jammed in open
position. Checking correct operation of the automatic filler.
The heat insulating cover is not used. Put on the heat insulating cover.
The evaporator is fouled. Clean the evaporator (see §3.1)
The appliance is badly installed.
The appliance must be installed outdoors.
Make sure there is no obstacle less than 4
metres from where the blower is facing, and 0.50
metre behind the heat pump.
2.2.3 The fan turns but the compressor stops from time to time without an error
message appearing
Causes Verification / solution
The heat pump does defrosting cycles from time to
time.
Normal if the outside temperature is lower than
12 °C.
The evaporator is fouled. Clean the evaporator.
2.2.4 The heat pump trips out or attempts to start itself from time to time
Causes Verification / solution
The circuit breaker is under dimensioned or badly
dimensioned. Check the circuit breaker (see § 1.4.5.1).
The cable section is to small. Check the cable section (see §1.4.5.3)
The supply voltage is to low. Call your electricity board.
3. Maintenance
3.1 Maintenance instructions
ensure no foreign bodies obstruct the fan grid,
clean the evaporator with a soft brush and a fresh water jet (disconnect the power cable), do not
twist or bend the metal blades,
check the good operation of the regulator,
check the safety components,
check the tightening and connections of the electric cables and the cleanliness of the electrical
equipment box,
Incorrectly tightened terminals may cause overheating of the electrical terminal rail.
Do not use a high-pressure water jet.
A general servicing of the appliance is recommended when wintering and restarting, to
check the proper operation of your appliance, maintain its performance and to prevent some
breakdowns.
Servicing costs will be borne by the user, and must be performed by a qualified
technician.

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check that all metal elements are earthed,
clean the outside of the unit with a solvent-free product. A specific PAC NET cleaning kit is
available as an optional extra (see §3.2),
check that the condensation is flowing out properly whilst the appliance is operating.
3.2 Available accessories
Naming Representation Item code
PAC NET
WMA03491
Wintering cover W20HOUSSEPFIRST
3.3 Recycling the product
Your appliance is reaching the end of its working life. You would like to get rid of it or
replace it.
Please do not throw it into the dustbin or into your local council’s selective sorting containers.
When this symbol appears on a new appliance, it means that the equipment must not
be thrown away and that it will be collected selectively so that it can be reused,
recycled or recovered. Any substances it may contain which are potentially dangerous to the
environment will be eliminated or neutralised.
Enquire with your retailer for the conditions that apply to the recycling of your product and to the
organisations that can handle its recycling.
4. Warranties
Principle
Unless otherwise stipulated, we contractually guarantee the correct operation of our new Products. We
guarantee that our Products conform to their technical specifications and that they are free of material
and manufacturing default.
The present warranty is limited, at our discretion, either to the repair or exchange for a new or repacked
Product, or to the refund of any Products recognized as being defective by our services. Shipping
expenses for the repaired or replaced Products delivered to the client will be borne by us, excluding any
labour costs, travel and/or accommodation expenses incurred as the result of repairs made outside of
continental France and excluding any payment of damages.
All Product returns must first be approved and decided by our services. Returns sent by the Client
without our prior approval will not be accepted.
In particular, the spare parts warranty will only be honoured after analysis and expertise of the returned
spare parts by our company followed by the decision to replace said parts.
In all cases the seller's legal warranty will continue to apply.
In order to benefit from the warranty, the Client and the End User agree to respect the following
parameters concerning the balance of the swimming pool water: pH: 6.8 < pH < 7.6 ; free chlorine (* : <
3,0 mg/L ; total bromine (*): < 5.0 mg/L ; stabilising agent (if used): < 75 mg/L ; total dissolved metals
(iron, manganese, copper, zinc…) : < 0.1 mg/L
(*): Cleaning robots must absolutely be removed from the pool before using a shock treatment.
Note: Using water drawn from a well is forbidden.
General limitations
The present warranty does not apply to visible defects that the Client failed to report upon accepting
delivery of the Products.
Also excluded from the warranty are: defects or deterioration due to the unsuitability of the Product with
respect to the end User's needs, due to normal wear, to negligence, to incorrect installation or to a use
that does not conform to the recommendations mentioned in the User Manual, to lack of maintenance
and/or a handling accident, to incorrect storage, and/or by studies, instructions and/or specifications
made by our Client.

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Any modifications made by the Client, by the End User or by any third party to our Products will
automatically void the warranty in full. The same will apply if original parts were to be replaced with
spare parts not sold by us.
Our Client will be responsible for ensuring compatibility of our Products with any other pool equipment it
may be installed with, by checking with the different manufacturers concerned, also for ensuring that all
installation and operating instructions and rules are respected in order for the overall system to operate
correctly.
In the case of a return of the product to our workshop, shipping expenses to and fro, will be borne by
the end user, except for those expenses mentioned under paragraph 2 of the present article.
Immobilisation and deprivation of use of an appliance due to repair will not give the right to
compensation.
This warranty will become void in the case of a default in payment or late payment by our Client for the
Product concerned.
Period covered by the warranty
The effective warranty start date is the date mentioned on the sales invoice for the new Product as
issued by our Client to the End User. This document will be required as proof of purchase in order for
the warranty to come into play. Failing this, our Client shall bear the full cost of any claims made by the
end User under the contractual warranty and after its expiry date.
Under no circumstances shall any repairs or replacements carried out under the terms of this warranty
cause its duration to be extended or renewed.
Particular dispositions for Products of Heating and Dehumidification range
Unless otherwise specified, we guarantee the correct operation of our new products installed and put
into service by a professional installer (excluding installation via "retrofit" kit") for a period of two years
starting from the date mentioned on the invoice as issued by our Client to the end User. Users are also
required to have an approved technician perform a regular maintenance according to the instructions
detailed in the product user guide.
The warranty only covers defaults in materials and craftsmanship that have been acknowledged by our
technical department/services.
The present warranty does not apply to malfunctions and/or degradations due to external factors
unrelated to us (bad power supply, adjustment of the bypass, incorrect air circulation, bad insulation of
the premises, thermal bridges, incorrect overwintering, etc.…).
The heat exchanger of the heat pumps benefits from a 5-year warranty against corrosion.
5. Recording on line
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Australia – New Zealand www.zodiac.com.au
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6. Conformity certificate
Z.P.C.E. declares that the herewith products or ranges:
Swimming pool Heat pumps: Power First 6M-8M-11M-13M-15M
are in conformity with the provisions:
of the ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY directive 2004/108/EC.
of the LOW VOLTAGE directive 2006/95/EC.
7. Additional recommendations
In relation with the Pressurised Equipment Directive (PED-97/23/CE)
7.1 Installation and maintenance
before beginning any installation, commissioning, operation or maintenance work, the persons
responsible for these tasks must have read and understood all instructions and recommendations
contained in the unit installation instructions as well as in the project technical file.
For any warranty issue, please contact your local dealer.
We recommend that you keep your purchase invoice carefully if you require assistance for
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the person responsible for final acceptance of the unit must carry out a visual inspection to detect
any damage the unit may have suffered during transport: refrigeration circuit, electrical enclosure,
frame and casing.
the unit may not be installed close to:
- a heat source,
- combustible materials,
- the air duct inlet of an adjacent building.
for certain appliances, it is essential to fit protection grids if the unit is installed in an area which is
unprotected and easily accessible.
the appliance may only be installed, commissioned, serviced and repaired by properly qualified
persons in accordance with directives, laws, valid regulations and acceptable professional practice.
during installation, repair and maintenance work, it is strictly prohibited to step on pipes and hoses
as these could break and the escaping refrigerant could cause serious scalding.
when servicing the appliance, the composition and state of heat carrying fluid must be checked, as
well as the absence of any refrigerant.
during the annual unit sealing test in accordance with valid legislation, the high and low pressure
switches must be checked to ensure they are securely fastened to the refrigeration circuit and that
they shut-off the electrical circuit when tripped.
during maintenance work, ensure there are no traces of corrosion or oil around refrigeration
components.
before beginning work on the refrigeration circuit, isolate the appliance and wait several minutes
before removing the temperature or pressure sensors. Certain elements such as the compressor and
associated piping may attain temperatures in excess of 100°C and high pressures with the
consequent risk of severe scalding.
7.2 Repair
all work on the refrigeration circuit must be carried out with total respect of valid safety regulations
and acceptable professional practice: recuperation of refrigerant, nitrogen brazing, etc…
all brazing work must be carried out by a qualified brazer/welder,
in the case of units filled with R410A, refer to the specific indications in the installation instructions.
this unit contains pressurized components, some of which may be manufactured by ZPCE, this is
the case of piping elements. Only use the original spare parts indicated in the spare parts list to
replace a defective refrigeration component
replacement pipes must always be made of copper in compliance with standard NF EN 12735-1.
leak detection, pressure test:
- never use oxygen or dry air, risk of fire or explosion,
- use dry nitrogen or the mixture of nitrogen and refrigerant indicated on the name plate,
- the test pressure for both the high and low pressure circuits must not exceed 42 bar.
the high pressure circuit pipes are made of copper and have a diameter equal to or greater than
1’’5/8. A certificate as indicated in §2.1 in compliance with standard NF EN 10204 will be requested
from the supplier and filed in the installation technical documentation.
the use of non-original spare parts, modifications to the refrigeration circuit, replacement of the
refrigerant with a refrigerant type other than that indicated on the name plate, use of the appliance
under conditions outside the application limits indicated in the associated documentation will result in
a cancellation of the EC label and PED conformity and the person who carried out these modifications
will be sole responsible for the consequences.
the technical data relative to the safety requirements of the various applicable directives must be
indicated on the name plate. This data must be recorded in the unit installation instructions
which are included in the installation technical file:
- model – code – serial number,
- maximum and minimum OT,
- OP,
- year of manufacture,
- EC label,
- manufacturer’s address,
- refrigerant and weight,
- electrical parameters,
- thermo-dynamic and acoustic performance
As part of our continuous improvement policy our products may be subject to change without
notice.
Version 12/2010

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Electric diagram
PF 6M-8M
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PF 11M-13M-15M

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English
Power supply 230V-1N-50Hz
Earth High pressure switch Low pressure switch Flow rate controler Regulation sensor NTC Antifreeze sensor Defrost sensor NTC Water flow adjusting probe NTC Regulation electronic card Pump control Fuse 3.15A T 250V 5/20 Fan capacitor Compressor capacitor Fan connector Fan Compressor Soft starter Black Blue Brown Grey White Pink
L-N
E2
E21
J1
SD1 SD2 SD3 SD4
B1
16-17
F1
C1 C2
CX1
M1 M2
Soft starter
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B
M
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Bl
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Dimensions and description
PF Weight (Kg)
6M 51
8M 52
11M 63
13M 68
15M 81