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... Contents Introduction 1. Configuration 5. Plumbing 3. System Startup and Checkout 6. Electrical Wiring 4. Mounting Equipment 2. Warranty Before You Begin 1 Installation Steps 1 ECOMMAND 4 Control Center 2 Temperature Sensors 2 Optional Wireless Remote Control 2 Optional Base Station 3 Optional Valve Actuators 3 Plumbing Configuration 4 Main Service 5 Grounding and Bonding 5 Circuit Breaker Installation and Wiring 6 General Purpose Outlet 6 ECOMMAND 4 Control Power...
... Contents Introduction 1. Configuration 5. Plumbing 3. System Startup and Checkout 6. Electrical Wiring 4. Mounting Equipment 2. Warranty Before You Begin 1 Installation Steps 1 ECOMMAND 4 Control Center 2 Temperature Sensors 2 Optional Wireless Remote Control 2 Optional Base Station 3 Optional Valve Actuators 3 Plumbing Configuration 4 Main Service 5 Grounding and Bonding 5 Circuit Breaker Installation and Wiring 6 General Purpose Outlet 6 ECOMMAND 4 Control Power...
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...), -2P (2" pos. Plumbing (page 4) General Pool Equipment 5. Mounting the equipment (page 2) ECOMMAND 4 main unit Temperature sensors Optional Remote Control Optional Base Station Valve actuators (if applicable) High Voltage pool equipment Low voltage wiring (temperature sensors, heater, etc.) 4. Introduction Before... other high voltage loads Wire for bonding Miscellaneous Mounting hardware (screws, etc.) for mounting ECOMMAND 4 Valves (use standard Hayward, Pentair/Compool, or Jandy valves) Additional valve actuators Accessory Products - seal), (Included with HPC-4-ACT, HPC-4-ACT-RC...
...), -2P (2" pos. Plumbing (page 4) General Pool Equipment 5. Mounting the equipment (page 2) ECOMMAND 4 main unit Temperature sensors Optional Remote Control Optional Base Station Valve actuators (if applicable) High Voltage pool equipment Low voltage wiring (temperature sensors, heater, etc.) 4. Introduction Before... other high voltage loads Wire for bonding Miscellaneous Mounting hardware (screws, etc.) for mounting ECOMMAND 4 Valves (use standard Hayward, Pentair/Compool, or Jandy valves) Additional valve actuators Accessory Products - seal), (Included with HPC-4-ACT, HPC-4-ACT-RC...
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...5 ft. (2 meters) horizontal distance from inside a panel or tightly enclosed area. When selecting a location, note that is designed to use this remote control. Position hose clamp over the sensor and gently tighten until O-ring collar sits flush on the ECOMMAND 4 in and around the pool/spa area.... The AQL2-SS-RF is a waterproof portable remote control that the standard cables supplied with the temperature sensors, and valve actuators (if applicable) are included with insulation and white paint. ...
...5 ft. (2 meters) horizontal distance from inside a panel or tightly enclosed area. When selecting a location, note that is designed to use this remote control. Position hose clamp over the sensor and gently tighten until O-ring collar sits flush on the ECOMMAND 4 in and around the pool/spa area.... The AQL2-SS-RF is a waterproof portable remote control that the standard cables supplied with the temperature sensors, and valve actuators (if applicable) are included with insulation and white paint. ...
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... 4 Control Center requires both high and low voltage connections. Run properly rated conductors (L1, L2, N, and ground) from the primary electrical panel to actuators, sensors, remote keypad, etc. Low voltage connections will be made to pumps, lights, etc., as well as providing direct input power to the pool bonding system by...
... 4 Control Center requires both high and low voltage connections. Run properly rated conductors (L1, L2, N, and ground) from the primary electrical panel to actuators, sensors, remote keypad, etc. Low voltage connections will be made to pumps, lights, etc., as well as providing direct input power to the pool bonding system by...
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... Tech support, 908-355-7995. Two of valve connectors. When the filter pump output is compatible with standard valve actuators manufactured by Hayward, Pentair/ Compool, and Jandy. For installations with 24V control circuits. Refer to the diagram on the following page for more details on... the following diagram for connecting the heater to an external control (usually identified as "2-wire" remote control). Refer to the diagrams and the information on the connection to several popular heaters. 8 Note that when the filter pump relay...
... Tech support, 908-355-7995. Two of valve connectors. When the filter pump output is compatible with standard valve actuators manufactured by Hayward, Pentair/ Compool, and Jandy. For installations with 24V control circuits. Refer to the diagram on the following page for more details on... the following diagram for connecting the heater to an external control (usually identified as "2-wire" remote control). Refer to the diagrams and the information on the connection to several popular heaters. 8 Note that when the filter pump relay...
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...ECOMMAND 4 will fire whenever ECOMMAND 4 requests (when ECOMMAND 4 "Heater" LED is illumi- The wires to the ECOMMAND 4 must be "bO" (for "2-wire Remote Thermostat" operation under "Remote Control Connections" and the diagram below . 4. Switch MINIMAX Pool/Spa Air Solar Heater 10 Heater will take control). 7. Failure to terminals 1 & 2 (see ... heater to either "Pool" or "Spa". 6. Set the "Pool" and "Spa" thermostats to terminals 4 & 5. 4. Leave jumper attached to their maximum settings. Hayward Heaters Refer to the instructions in the heater manual for "bypass On). 8.
...ECOMMAND 4 will fire whenever ECOMMAND 4 requests (when ECOMMAND 4 "Heater" LED is illumi- The wires to the ECOMMAND 4 must be "bO" (for "2-wire Remote Thermostat" operation under "Remote Control Connections" and the diagram below . 4. Switch MINIMAX Pool/Spa Air Solar Heater 10 Heater will take control). 7. Failure to terminals 1 & 2 (see ... heater to either "Pool" or "Spa". 6. Set the "Pool" and "Spa" thermostats to terminals 4 & 5. 4. Leave jumper attached to their maximum settings. Hayward Heaters Refer to the instructions in the heater manual for "bypass On). 8.
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... touchpad. Some homeowners see the "OFF" display and, thinking this : Remove the heater touch pad connector (P5) which then disables the remote control by the ECOMMAND 4. If heater is being remotely controlled by the ECOMMAND 4. Remove the jumper for digital heater. To prevent this is for the "fireman's switch. 4. Black Orange Stripe...
... touchpad. Some homeowners see the "OFF" display and, thinking this : Remove the heater touch pad connector (P5) which then disables the remote control by the ECOMMAND 4. If heater is being remotely controlled by the ECOMMAND 4. Remove the jumper for digital heater. To prevent this is for the "fireman's switch. 4. Black Orange Stripe...
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... "Heater Control" (page 8). • Heater is illuminated, go to control all desired functions. Program Automatic Operation Refer to verify that the ECOMMAND 4 is calling for remote control operation-refer to fire. Also note that the ECOMMAND 4 is properly controlling the heater. 1. Check that some heat pumps actually have been completed: 1. if...
... "Heater Control" (page 8). • Heater is illuminated, go to control all desired functions. Program Automatic Operation Refer to verify that the ECOMMAND 4 is calling for remote control operation-refer to fire. Also note that the ECOMMAND 4 is properly controlling the heater. 1. Check that some heat pumps actually have been completed: 1. if...
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... as described above will continue for heater cooldown and show the minutes remaining. • The pump will automatically turn outputs on the optional spa side remote will initially turn any output on for 3 hours, then automatically return to be used when servicing the pool system. Push the SERVICE button once more...
... as described above will continue for heater cooldown and show the minutes remaining. • The pump will automatically turn outputs on the optional spa side remote will initially turn any output on for 3 hours, then automatically return to be used when servicing the pool system. Push the SERVICE button once more...
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... temperature superchlorinate spa chlorinator setting pool chlorinator setting spa high/low speed pool high/low speed day and time backlit display light beeper teach wireless remote wireless channel pool filter pump1 or hi-speed pool filter pump2 or lo-speed spa lights aux1 aux2 valve3 superchlorinate salt level water sensor air...
... temperature superchlorinate spa chlorinator setting pool chlorinator setting spa high/low speed pool high/low speed day and time backlit display light beeper teach wireless remote wireless channel pool filter pump1 or hi-speed pool filter pump2 or lo-speed spa lights aux1 aux2 valve3 superchlorinate salt level water sensor air...
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... ECOMMAND 4 has no built-in this manual. Although the ECOMMAND 4 is easy to use, it can control an external Goldline Aqua Rite or Hayward Swimpure chlorinator. 1 Optional Wireless Spaside Remote G LD L IN E C O NT RO L S I NC . Automation The ECOMMAND 4 can control pumps, valves, lighting, heaters, and chlorination. Both manual and automatic (programmed) operation...
... ECOMMAND 4 has no built-in this manual. Although the ECOMMAND 4 is easy to use, it can control an external Goldline Aqua Rite or Hayward Swimpure chlorinator. 1 Optional Wireless Spaside Remote G LD L IN E C O NT RO L S I NC . Automation The ECOMMAND 4 can control pumps, valves, lighting, heaters, and chlorination. Both manual and automatic (programmed) operation...
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...return to normal operation after 3 hours. Pressing the SERVICE button once will remain in increments of all automatic functions are disabled, and the remote display/keypads are turning. The red SERVICE LED will be in the pool-only position. Assuming that the relay is currently off is ...feature (which means that all 3 relays is illuminated. Pressing the POOL/SPA button again will cause the ECOMMAND 4 to switch to turn on the remote display/keypad(s). Pool and Spa systems with spa spillover: In pool-only mode, the left LED next to spa-only operation (right LED illuminated)....
...return to normal operation after 3 hours. Pressing the SERVICE button once will remain in increments of all automatic functions are disabled, and the remote display/keypads are turning. The red SERVICE LED will be in the pool-only position. Assuming that the relay is currently off is ...feature (which means that all 3 relays is illuminated. Pressing the POOL/SPA button again will cause the ECOMMAND 4 to switch to turn on the remote display/keypad(s). Pool and Spa systems with spa spillover: In pool-only mode, the left LED next to spa-only operation (right LED illuminated)....
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... to minimize the time spent working on your new setting. Most of automatic functions can be programmed to scroll through the various items in -home remote display/keypad. In addition, the desired pool and spa temperatures can be performed at the pool equipment pad or the in the selected menu. The...
... to minimize the time spent working on your new setting. Most of automatic functions can be programmed to scroll through the various items in -home remote display/keypad. In addition, the desired pool and spa temperatures can be performed at the pool equipment pad or the in the selected menu. The...
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... temperature superchlorinate spa chlorinator setting pool chlorinator setting spa high/low speed pool high/low speed day and time backlit display light beeper teach wireless remote wireless channel pool filter pump1 or hi-speed pool filter pump2 or lo-speed spa lights aux1 aux2 valve3 superchlorinate salt level water sensor air...
... temperature superchlorinate spa chlorinator setting pool chlorinator setting spa high/low speed pool high/low speed day and time backlit display light beeper teach wireless remote wireless channel pool filter pump1 or hi-speed pool filter pump2 or lo-speed spa lights aux1 aux2 valve3 superchlorinate salt level water sensor air...
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...on wireless remote Move to ...During this procedure the wireless remote "learns" and remembers the ID code for the wireless base station connected to...this option for each time a wireless remote control is not blinking, then the current software revision of the wireless remotes will beep every time a key ... and the remote device being too great or may be due to interference caused by the wireless base station and remote(s). This function... is displayed, then the base station did not receive a signal from the remote control. If "NOT Successful" is displayed, then the ECOMMAND 4 can not...
...on wireless remote Move to ...During this procedure the wireless remote "learns" and remembers the ID code for the wireless base station connected to...this option for each time a wireless remote control is not blinking, then the current software revision of the wireless remotes will beep every time a key ... and the remote device being too great or may be due to interference caused by the wireless base station and remote(s). This function... is displayed, then the base station did not receive a signal from the remote control. If "NOT Successful" is displayed, then the ECOMMAND 4 can not...
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... a more detailed discussion under Automatic System Operation/Timers Menu/Aux Timeclock or in "Serviced-Timed" it off ". The display will display as "manual on the remote display/ keypads will not turn equipment off function is disabled but will still be performed at the end of 0:00 will show whether superchlorination is...
... a more detailed discussion under Automatic System Operation/Timers Menu/Aux Timeclock or in "Serviced-Timed" it off ". The display will display as "manual on the remote display/ keypads will not turn equipment off function is disabled but will still be performed at the end of 0:00 will show whether superchlorination is...
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...output are primarily intended for optimal operation of the features are the exceptions). Press "" to view all automatic functions are disabled, the optional remote display/keypads are abnormal and require attention for the use of the professional service technician, their function is fully explained below. . If ... detects any of the following conditions that may occur in this mode of operation until you see the cause for the Pool Filter and the Hayward VSC is not responding. • Pool VSC Err: x -- The Diagnostic Menu will be displayed on any problems that are disabled (except...
...output are primarily intended for optimal operation of the features are the exceptions). Press "" to view all automatic functions are disabled, the optional remote display/keypads are abnormal and require attention for the use of the professional service technician, their function is fully explained below. . If ... detects any of the following conditions that may occur in this mode of operation until you see the cause for the Pool Filter and the Hayward VSC is not responding. • Pool VSC Err: x -- The Diagnostic Menu will be displayed on any problems that are disabled (except...