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Hayward OnCommand Automation Installation Manual for models ONCOM ONCOM-ACT ONCOM-RC ONCOM-ACT-RC www.hayward.com
Hayward OnCommand Automation Installation Manual for models ONCOM ONCOM-ACT ONCOM-RC ONCOM-ACT-RC www.hayward.com
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...Installation Steps Details on each installation step are presented on the following components have been included in the OnCommand package: (1) OnCommand Control Unit (3) Temperature sensors with 15 ft. (5m) cable, hose clamp (2) Goldline GVA-24 ...manual What's NOT Included Some of the additional items that you will need to complete the installation include: Wire 4-conductor cable for use with optional external chlorination Wire/conduit for input power connection and auxiliary output connections Miscellaneous Mounting hardware (screws, etc.) for mounting OnCommand Valves (use standard Hayward...
...Installation Steps Details on each installation step are presented on the following components have been included in the OnCommand package: (1) OnCommand Control Unit (3) Temperature sensors with 15 ft. (5m) cable, hose clamp (2) Goldline GVA-24 ...manual What's NOT Included Some of the additional items that you will need to complete the installation include: Wire 4-conductor cable for use with optional external chlorination Wire/conduit for input power connection and auxiliary output connections Miscellaneous Mounting hardware (screws, etc.) for mounting OnCommand Valves (use standard Hayward...
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... . RETURN OUT OUT SUCTION IN IN IN (Common) OUT (Common) 3 Optional Valve Actuators (included with the OnCommand-note that the internal cams in the actuator may also have to the Base Station installation manual and the diagram on page 13. To install the base station, remove the middle knockout on the... left side of the OnCommand main control unit, insert the base station, and then tighten the nut from ...
... . RETURN OUT OUT SUCTION IN IN IN (Common) OUT (Common) 3 Optional Valve Actuators (included with the OnCommand-note that the internal cams in the actuator may also have to the Base Station installation manual and the diagram on page 13. To install the base station, remove the middle knockout on the... left side of the OnCommand main control unit, insert the base station, and then tighten the nut from ...
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... LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTS FIBER OPTIC LIGHT SOURCE COLOR WHEEL POOL/SPA SUCTION VALVE CHECK VALVE (prevents draining of raised spas) FILTER PUMP MANUAL VALVE SOLAR BOOST PUMP FILTER CHECK VALVE SOLAR VALVE SOLAR TEMPERATURE SENSOR CHECK VALVE HEATER if optional Aqua Rite or Swimpure external chlorination ...UP POP-UP POP-UP RETURN JET VALVE WATER FEATURE PUMP WATER FEATURE NON-BOOST PRESSURE CLEANER PRESSURE CLEANER Some important notes regarding the OnCommand control of the pool. The plumbing diagram above is intended to be used , be programmed to the diagram below. Pool or ...
... LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTS FIBER OPTIC LIGHT SOURCE COLOR WHEEL POOL/SPA SUCTION VALVE CHECK VALVE (prevents draining of raised spas) FILTER PUMP MANUAL VALVE SOLAR BOOST PUMP FILTER CHECK VALVE SOLAR VALVE SOLAR TEMPERATURE SENSOR CHECK VALVE HEATER if optional Aqua Rite or Swimpure external chlorination ...UP POP-UP POP-UP RETURN JET VALVE WATER FEATURE PUMP WATER FEATURE NON-BOOST PRESSURE CLEANER PRESSURE CLEANER Some important notes regarding the OnCommand control of the pool. The plumbing diagram above is intended to be used , be programmed to the diagram below. Pool or ...
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... page for connecting the heater to the VSC pump control. The manuals supplied with solar heating, Goldline offers the AQ-SOL-KIT-xx solar... most gas heaters or heat pumps with standard valve actuators manufactured by Hayward, Pentair/Compool, and Jandy. Heater Control The OnCommand provides a set of the valve outputs are dedicated to the VSC. Refer to...Note that contains a valve, actuator, and extra temperature sensor. The filter pump relay must connect through the OnCommand's Filter relay. Refer to the diagram on the following pages for more details on . The "xx" indicates...
... page for connecting the heater to the VSC pump control. The manuals supplied with solar heating, Goldline offers the AQ-SOL-KIT-xx solar... most gas heaters or heat pumps with standard valve actuators manufactured by Hayward, Pentair/Compool, and Jandy. Heater Control The OnCommand provides a set of the valve outputs are dedicated to the VSC. Refer to...Note that contains a valve, actuator, and extra temperature sensor. The filter pump relay must connect through the OnCommand's Filter relay. Refer to the diagram on the following pages for more details on . The "xx" indicates...
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The OnCommand does NOT control the power going to maximum position. Remove factory jumper from terminal block. 3. Set the thermostat(s) on the minimum temperature rating for wires. .../Valve Laars Heaters 1. Generic Heaters 1. Ensure toggle switch is given, use 105°C rated wire. 3. If no guidance is in the heater manual. Wire OnCommand to heater. 2. Wire the OnCommand dry contact heater output per the instructions in the ON position. 5. Turn power off to the heater as shown. 4. Wire heater to the...
The OnCommand does NOT control the power going to maximum position. Remove factory jumper from terminal block. 3. Set the thermostat(s) on the minimum temperature rating for wires. .../Valve Laars Heaters 1. Generic Heaters 1. Ensure toggle switch is given, use 105°C rated wire. 3. If no guidance is in the heater manual. Wire OnCommand to heater. 2. Wire the OnCommand dry contact heater output per the instructions in the ON position. 5. Turn power off to the heater as shown. 4. Wire heater to the...
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...below : 1. Switch heater to either "Pool" or "Spa". 6. Wire the OnCommand to terminals 1 & 2 (see diagram). 3. Failure to the instructions in the heater manual for "bypass On). 8. Hayward Heaters Refer to follow these instructions may cause erratic operation of the heater. 5. ...to heater. 2. Turn off to their maximum settings. Remove factory installed jumper from any difference which is selected, the OnCommand will fire whenever OnCommand requests (when OnCommand "Heater" LED is illuminated). ºC ON ºF OFF Dipswitch located on heater circuit board to terminals 4 & ...
...below : 1. Switch heater to either "Pool" or "Spa". 6. Wire the OnCommand to terminals 1 & 2 (see diagram). 3. Failure to the instructions in the heater manual for "bypass On). 8. Hayward Heaters Refer to follow these instructions may cause erratic operation of the heater. 5. ...to heater. 2. Turn off to their maximum settings. Remove factory installed jumper from any difference which is selected, the OnCommand will fire whenever OnCommand requests (when OnCommand "Heater" LED is illuminated). ºC ON ºF OFF Dipswitch located on heater circuit board to terminals 4 & ...
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... (160 meters). Three sensors (water temperature, air temperature and solar temperature) are numbered. Temperature Sensors The OnCommand utilizes 10K ohm thermistor type sensors. The terminal connections should be set to the TriStar Pump Owner's Manual (IS3220VSC) and Hayward document IS3220VSCAQLL for specific instructions on both terminal blocks (connect 1 to 1, 2 to 2, etc.). VSC 1234...
... (160 meters). Three sensors (water temperature, air temperature and solar temperature) are numbered. Temperature Sensors The OnCommand utilizes 10K ohm thermistor type sensors. The terminal connections should be set to the TriStar Pump Owner's Manual (IS3220VSC) and Hayward document IS3220VSCAQLL for specific instructions on both terminal blocks (connect 1 to 1, 2 to 2, etc.). VSC 1234...
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... function. The available control parameters vary with the group. Before assigning and configuring all at the keypad and "tells" the OnCommand what equipment is activated. When setting up a Group function in the Configuration Menu. All functions offer "Unaffected", which functions...Group function under some circumstances, functions will automatically turn on the music all the desired functions and their corresponding control parameters are Manual On/Off, Countdown Timer, and Timeclock. The options for controlling groups are listed below. The available functions are in the ...
... function. The available control parameters vary with the group. Before assigning and configuring all at the keypad and "tells" the OnCommand what equipment is activated. When setting up a Group function in the Configuration Menu. All functions offer "Unaffected", which functions...Group function under some circumstances, functions will automatically turn on the music all the desired functions and their corresponding control parameters are Manual On/Off, Countdown Timer, and Timeclock. The options for controlling groups are listed below. The available functions are in the ...
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...The next time the group is activated. Super Chlorinate (requires external chlorinator) If a Hayward Swimpure or Goldline Aqua Rite chlorinator is activated. Super Chlorinate will return to Super Chlorinate... temperature will return to the group setpoint that was originally programmed in Groups The OnCommand can be programmed to the normal speed setting. To change the setpoint while the...lower temperature than normal, while the group is running will return to the Operation Manual. For more detailed information about using the Settings Menu, the Aqua Pod Super Chlorinate...
...The next time the group is activated. Super Chlorinate (requires external chlorinator) If a Hayward Swimpure or Goldline Aqua Rite chlorinator is activated. Super Chlorinate will return to Super Chlorinate... temperature will return to the group setpoint that was originally programmed in Groups The OnCommand can be programmed to the normal speed setting. To change the setpoint while the...lower temperature than normal, while the group is running will return to the Operation Manual. For more detailed information about using the Settings Menu, the Aqua Pod Super Chlorinate...
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...forced on the display/keypad will appear only if Pool/Spa Setup is selected Spa - The filter is programmed in the Operation manual). Spa Spillover When spa spillover is selected, then the pool/spa suction and return valve actuators should be suppressed. Chlorinator Enabled ... menu item Toggle between pool and spa operation. This setting is enabled (requires the use of a Goldline Aqua Rite or Hayward Swimpure chlorinator), the OnCommand will automatically detect and control any Aqua Rite/Swimpure(s) that is selected Filter Off Valve Change: Enabled Toggle between Enabled and ...
...forced on the display/keypad will appear only if Pool/Spa Setup is selected Spa - The filter is programmed in the Operation manual). Spa Spillover When spa spillover is selected, then the pool/spa suction and return valve actuators should be suppressed. Chlorinator Enabled ... menu item Toggle between pool and spa operation. This setting is enabled (requires the use of a Goldline Aqua Rite or Hayward Swimpure chlorinator), the OnCommand will automatically detect and control any Aqua Rite/Swimpure(s) that is selected Filter Off Valve Change: Enabled Toggle between Enabled and ...
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... position for 35 seconds whenever the Pool/Spa valves are turning. For the Hayward Tristar variable speed pump: The Filter relay is used to supply input power ...V1=Aux1, V2=Aux2 This menu appears only if the Pool/Spa Setup is in the Installation manual for specific information regarding the control logic for variable speed operation Move to next menu item Freeze ... the filter pump output is off, the relay will NOT shut off and speed is selected, the OnCommand will be filtered and sanitized. Filter Operation If "Spa Spillover" is controlled by successive presses of the...
... position for 35 seconds whenever the Pool/Spa valves are turning. For the Hayward Tristar variable speed pump: The Filter relay is used to supply input power ...V1=Aux1, V2=Aux2 This menu appears only if the Pool/Spa Setup is in the Installation manual for specific information regarding the control logic for variable speed operation Move to next menu item Freeze ... the filter pump output is off, the relay will NOT shut off and speed is selected, the OnCommand will be filtered and sanitized. Filter Operation If "Spa Spillover" is controlled by successive presses of the...
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...when the Group function is initiated and shuts off when the LIGHTS button is pressed. the OnCommand will turn on when the LIGHTS button is pressed. Timeclock - The function of a 2-speed Filter Pump - Manual On/Off (default)-the lights relay will turn -off automatically after a programmed time (... Toggle between Enabled and Disabled (default) Lights Interlock Disable Move to next menu item for group function only Lights Group Timer: None(Manual) Rotates between turning on and turn -on and off when the Group function is no pool lights are wired to note that "Solar...
...when the Group function is initiated and shuts off when the LIGHTS button is pressed. the OnCommand will turn on when the LIGHTS button is pressed. Timeclock - The function of a 2-speed Filter Pump - Manual On/Off (default)-the lights relay will turn -off automatically after a programmed time (... Toggle between Enabled and Disabled (default) Lights Interlock Disable Move to next menu item for group function only Lights Group Timer: None(Manual) Rotates between turning on and turn -on and off when the Group function is no pool lights are wired to note that "Solar...
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...DIM dimmer kit must be installed if "Dimmer" is enabled and the AIR temperature sensor falls below the selected freeze temperature threshold, the OnCommand will energize the lights relay. When "Dimmer" is selected, and the Lights output is wired to perform multiple tasks with a single...and their respective control parameters. If Freeze Protection is desired. the first menu determines how the group command will override the function (Manual On/Off, Countdown Timer, Timeclock) selected above and turn the lights relay off to page 14 for specific programming information. The choices...
...DIM dimmer kit must be installed if "Dimmer" is enabled and the AIR temperature sensor falls below the selected freeze temperature threshold, the OnCommand will energize the lights relay. When "Dimmer" is selected, and the Lights output is wired to perform multiple tasks with a single...and their respective control parameters. If Freeze Protection is desired. the first menu determines how the group command will override the function (Manual On/Off, Countdown Timer, Timeclock) selected above and turn the lights relay off to page 14 for specific programming information. The choices...
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... Push to access Aux options Move to next menu item for the aux1 timeclock in the "Solar Config." WARNING: Do not use the OnCommand to variable and relay type is required. Swim- Low Speed of the filter pump is set for group function only Aux1 Group Filter: ...the output on the function that the "2-speed" filter pump option be enabled in the Timers Menu. the OnCommand will turn on and off automatically after a programmed time (see Timers Menu, Operation Manual). the aux relay operates a solar booster pump which will alternate between Enabled (default) and Disabled Aux1 ...
... Push to access Aux options Move to next menu item for the aux1 timeclock in the "Solar Config." WARNING: Do not use the OnCommand to variable and relay type is required. Swim- Low Speed of the filter pump is set for group function only Aux1 Group Filter: ...the output on the function that the "2-speed" filter pump option be enabled in the Timers Menu. the OnCommand will turn on and off automatically after a programmed time (see Timers Menu, Operation Manual). the aux relay operates a solar booster pump which will alternate between Enabled (default) and Disabled Aux1 ...
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...desired. Aux1 Freeze Protection This function protects the pool, plumbing, and equipment against freeze damage. IMPORTANT: this feature will override the function (Manual On/Off, Countdown Timer, Timeclock), selected above and turn on the aux relay to "Highest" in 5% increments. 23 Aux1 Pump Speed ...Lowest" to circulate the water. The default selection is enabled and the AIR temperature sensor falls below the selected freeze temperature threshold, the OnCommand will be purged). This is the speed of the pump when the Aux1 output is on, push "+" or "-" and select from...
...desired. Aux1 Freeze Protection This function protects the pool, plumbing, and equipment against freeze damage. IMPORTANT: this feature will override the function (Manual On/Off, Countdown Timer, Timeclock), selected above and turn on the aux relay to "Highest" in 5% increments. 23 Aux1 Pump Speed ...Lowest" to circulate the water. The default selection is enabled and the AIR temperature sensor falls below the selected freeze temperature threshold, the OnCommand will be purged). This is the speed of the pump when the Aux1 output is on, push "+" or "-" and select from...
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...first half of each clock hour and then switch to the jets/skimming for the last half of the valve3 output during freeze--see Operations Manual). If Freeze Protection is on. menu to enable freeze protection for the Group function. The valve will be initiated... control parameters. the valve operates whenever the Aux2 relay is enabled and the AIR temperature falls sensor falls below the selected freeze temperature threshold, the OnCommand will override the function (timeclock or in-floor cleaner) selected above and turn on . When setting up a Group function, refer to page 14 for proper...
...first half of each clock hour and then switch to the jets/skimming for the last half of the valve3 output during freeze--see Operations Manual). If Freeze Protection is on. menu to enable freeze protection for the Group function. The valve will be initiated... control parameters. the valve operates whenever the Aux2 relay is enabled and the AIR temperature falls sensor falls below the selected freeze temperature threshold, the OnCommand will override the function (timeclock or in-floor cleaner) selected above and turn on . When setting up a Group function, refer to page 14 for proper...
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.../ Heater Config.) is operating properly: • Press the "Filter" button once (for 2 speed pumps, this manual for the heater to NEC and local codes. 3. The easiest way to force solar off in the OnCommand subpanel. 2. The OnCommand is properly configured to verify that have to be set to step 2; Check that some heat...
.../ Heater Config.) is operating properly: • Press the "Filter" button once (for 2 speed pumps, this manual for the heater to NEC and local codes. 3. The easiest way to force solar off in the OnCommand subpanel. 2. The OnCommand is properly configured to verify that have to be set to step 2; Check that some heat...
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... 104ºF (40ºC). Pushing the SERVICE button again will turn all automatic control operation and is on control and operation of the OnCommand system, refer to the Operation Manual. Service operation as described above will continue for heater cooldown and show the minutes remaining. • The pump will automatically turn off... display (only). This will not turn outputs on the optional spa side remote will enter a timed service mode. In service mode, the buttons on /off manually at the end of Service mode. 27
... 104ºF (40ºC). Pushing the SERVICE button again will turn all automatic control operation and is on control and operation of the OnCommand system, refer to the Operation Manual. Service operation as described above will continue for heater cooldown and show the minutes remaining. • The pump will automatically turn off... display (only). This will not turn outputs on the optional spa side remote will enter a timed service mode. In service mode, the buttons on /off manually at the end of Service mode. 27
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... any nature. Problems resulting from failure to maintain pool water chemistry in accordance with the recommendations contained in the owners manual(s). 4. Problems resulting from failure to install, operate or maintain the product(s) in accordance with the recommendations in the owners... under normal use and service, for a period of one (1) year. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS: 1. LIMITED WARRANTY (effective 03/01/12) Hayward warrants its Pro Logic, OnCommand and ECommand pool automation products as well as its Aqua Rite, Aqua Rite Pro, Aqua Plus and SwimPure chlorination products to be free...
... any nature. Problems resulting from failure to maintain pool water chemistry in accordance with the recommendations contained in the owners manual(s). 4. Problems resulting from failure to install, operate or maintain the product(s) in accordance with the recommendations in the owners... under normal use and service, for a period of one (1) year. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS: 1. LIMITED WARRANTY (effective 03/01/12) Hayward warrants its Pro Logic, OnCommand and ECommand pool automation products as well as its Aqua Rite, Aqua Rite Pro, Aqua Plus and SwimPure chlorination products to be free...
