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Aqua Logic Programming Flow Chart
denotes conditional items
Aqua Logic Aqua Logic
Aqua Logic Aqua Logic Aqua Logic
Automation and Chlorination
PS-4 only
(actuators, cell & remote display not included - order separately)
Installation Manual
for models
AQL-PS-4 AQL-PS-8-V
PS-4 only
AQL-PS-8 AQL-PS-16-V
AQL-PS-16
G LDLINE
CON TROLS
www.goldlinecontrols.com
G LDLINE
CON TROLS
092042H 888-921-7665
Copyright © 2008 Goldine Controls
North Kingstown, RI 02852 USA
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LIMITED WARRANTY Goldline warrants its Aqua Rite, Aqua Rite Pro, Aqua Trol, Aqua Logic and Pro Logic products (products with Goldline part numbers starting with AQ-RITE-, AQ-RT-PRO, AQ-TROL-, AQ-LOGIC-, AQL-P-, AQL-PS-, AQL-CL-, PL-P-, PL-PS-, and HPC-2) to be free from defects in material or workmanship, under normal use and service: For three years from the date of the initial system installation on private, residential swimming pools within the USA or Canada and one year from the date of init
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The following statement is applicable if any of the wireless accessories are connected to the Aqua Logic system. Table of Contents FCC Statement (Compliance Statement, Part 15.19): This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING (Part 15.21): Changes or modifi
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Heater Checkout Introduction Follow these instructions to verify that the Aqua Logic is properly controlling the heater. Before You Begin 1. Check that the Aqua Logic is calling for the heater to turn on as indicated by the “Heater” LED being illuminated. If the “Heater” LED is illuminated, go directly to step 2; if not, then check the following: What’s Included • The heater is enabled (Configuration Menu/Heater Config.). Before attempting to install the Aqua Logic system, check that the followi
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NOTE: Before installing this product as part of a saline water purification system in a pool or spa using natural stone for coping or for immediately adjacent patios/decking, a qualified stone installation specialist Toggle between 7-day (default) and Weekend/Weekday time options All Timeclocks + should be consulted regarding the appropriate type, installation, sealant (if any) and maintenance of stone 7-day > Move to previous/next configuration menu used around a saline pool with electronic c
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1. Preparing Pool/Spa Water if AQL-SS-6B is connected 6B Spa Config. Push to access the 6 Button Spa Side Remote options + + to view/change > Move to previous/next configuration menu General Water Chemistry Rotates between all available remotes Select 6B Spa + Salt is required only if you are using the chlorinator features on the Aqua Logic Control. If you are NOT A > Move to next menu item using the chlorinator, it is recommended that you follow all of the other chemistry recommendations be-
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The pool’s chemistry must be balanced BEFORE activating the Aqua Logic’s optional chlorinator func- Valve3 Function tion. NOTE: If the pool does not have new water, add metal remover and non-copper based algaecide Manual On/Off (default) – the valve3 relay will alternate between turning on and off when to the pool, per manufacturer’s instructions. This ensures a quick, troublefree transfer to the Aqua Logic the VALVE3 button is pressed. There is no automatic control logic. The VALVE3 button
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AQL-PS-8-V models only: Aux3 - Aux7 only Pool Sizing Formula AQL-PS-16-V models only: Aux7 - Aux14 only Liters Gallons Aux7 Config. + Push to access Virtual Aux options (pool size in meters) (pool size in feet) + to view/change > Move to previous/next configuration menu Length x Width x Length x Width x Rectangular + Aux7 Name Rotates between all available names Average Depth x 7.5 Average Depth x 1000 Cleaner > Move to next menu
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2. Mounting the Equipment Timeclock – the aux relay will turn-on and turn-off at the times set for the aux timeclock in the Timers Menu (see Operations Manual). The AUX button can also be used to turn the output on and off. Aqua Logic Control Center The Aqua Logic is contained in a raintight enclosure that is suitable for outdoor mounting. The control must Solar – the aux relay operates a solar booster pump which will turn on when the filter pump be mounted a minimum of 5 ft. (2 meters) hori
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Wired Remote Controls NOTE: The configuration parameters for all Aux outputs are same as shown below for Aux1. PS-4: Aux1 and Aux2. Up to 3 wired remote controls can be installed. See “Electrical Wiring” (page 19) for instructions on PS-8: Aux1 through Aux6. PS-16: Aux1 through Aux14. Also note that for the PS-16, Valves7, 8, 9 and 10 are turned running the cable from the Aqua Logic main unit to the remote control. Also refer to the remote’s installa- On/Off with the control function selected
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Lights Group The Lights Group function allows the user to perform multiple tasks with a single push of the “Lights” button. When setting up a Group function, refer to page 22 for specific programming Optional Base Station information. There are two Group menus; the first menu determines how the group command The optional base station, Goldline part number AQL-BASE-RF or AQL2-BASE-RF, must be installed will be initiated (Manual On/Off, Countdown Timer, or Timeclock) and the second menu if any wir
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3. Plumbing Lights Function Although designated as the “Lights” output, the function of the lights relay is similar to the “Standard” Pool/Spa system configuration Aux relays. If pool lights are wired to the lights relay, some options including Solar function, These systems use a single filter pump and filter. Pool or spa operation is controlled by two 3-way valves Low Speed of a 2-Speed Filter Pump, Lights Interlock and Lights Freeze Protection are not (suction and return). Refer to the diag
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“Dual Equipment - Separate Heaters” for Pool/Spa configuration If solar is “Enabled”, the valve or solar pump relay will turn on when the water temperature is These systems have 2 complete sets of equipment (filter pump, filter, heater)—1 set for the pool and the less than the desired temperature setting AND the solar sensor is hotter than the water by at other set for the spa. Refer to the diagram below: least 8ºF. The desired temperature is in the “Settings Menu”. If applicable, the homeown
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temperatures. A sheet of small name labels is included with the Aqua Logic main unit and 3. The solar sensor should be installed on the spa loop prior to the heater and will display the spa each remote display/keypad so that appropriate pushbuttons can be labeled the same as temperature whenever the “Spa Filter” pump is running. the name that you have assigned. 4. Solar heater control is NOT available for dual equipment systems. 5. The Aqua Logic can be programmed to accommodate spillover if des
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2. The water sensor should be installed on the pool loop prior to the heater(s) and will display the Flow Monitor pool temperature whenever the “Pool Filter” pump is running. This feature will help protect the filter pump from damage due to no flow. When used with a 3. The solar sensor should be installed on the spa loop prior to the heater(s) and will display the spa Goldline flow switch, the Aqua Logic monitors the state of water flow when the filter pump is temperature whenever the “Spa Filt
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4. Electrical Wiring Filter Operation If “Spa Spillover” is selected, the Aqua Logic will automatically switch the pool/spa suction 4 wire connection between PS-16 and -EXP and return valves to “spillover” at the start of the programmed pool filtering time period or Remote Display/Keypad To PS-16 Display/Keypad when the super-chlorinate function is turned on. The valves will remain in this position for Connector Connector Wireless Base the remainder of the super-chlorinate period. This option
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Pool/Spa Config. + Push to access Pool/Spa options General Purpose Outlet + to view/change > Move to previous/next configuration menu If desired, a duplex receptacle with weatherproof cover (supplied by installer) may be installed in the Rotates between Pool and Spa-Std (default), Pool and Spa-Dual, knockouts on the lower right side of the Aqua Logic enclosure. Per code, the receptacle should be a + Pool/Spa Setup Pool Only, and Spa Only options GFCI type. Alternatively, connect a standard re
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Two speed filter pump: Requires 2 relays (FILTER plus one of the AUX relays) for proper operation of To access the Configuration Menus both speeds. IMPORTANT: Be sure to follow the wiring diagram below AND to configure ! Menu Configuration Press repeatedly until “Configuration Menu” is displayed the control logic according to the instructions on page 25. Menu-Locked > Press BOTH buttons SIMULTANEOUSLY for 5 seconds to unlock Configuration > Move to configuration menu items Menu-Unlocked NOTE
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The manuals supplied with most heaters also include specific wiring instructions for connecting the heater to an external control (usually identified as “2-wire” remote control). For millivolt or line voltage heaters, Note that all functions in the table may not be offered. The available functions are dependent on how the Aqua Logic is configured. For example, if the Aqua Logic is configured for a single heater, “Heater2” will contact Goldline Tech support, 888-921-7665. Refer to the diagrams
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Hayward Heaters 5. Configuration Setup Refer to the instructions in the heater manual for “2-wire Remote Thermostat” operation under “Remote Control Connections” and the diagram on the below: After plumbing and wiring are complete, the Aqua Logic MUST BE CONFIGURED before attempting to operate. Configuration information is entered at the keypad and “tells” the Aqua Logic what equipment is connected and how each should be controlled. 1. Turn off power to heater. 2. Wire Aqua Logic to terminals
