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Configuration 5. System Startup and Checkout 6. Mounting Equipment 2. Electrical Wiring 4. Plumbing 3. Table of Contents Introduction 1. Warranty Before You Begin 1 Installation Steps 1 OnCommand Control Center 2 Temperature Sensors 2 Wireless Remote Control 2 Base Station 3 Optional Valve Actuators 3 Plumbing Configuration 4 Grounding 5 Input Wiring 5 High Voltage Pool Equipment 5 Low Voltage Wiring 8 Group Function 14 Configuration Menu 16 Before Startup 26 Heater Checkout 26 Service Mode 27 OnCommand Limited Warranty 28
Configuration 5. System Startup and Checkout 6. Mounting Equipment 2. Electrical Wiring 4. Plumbing 3. Table of Contents Introduction 1. Warranty Before You Begin 1 Installation Steps 1 OnCommand Control Center 2 Temperature Sensors 2 Wireless Remote Control 2 Base Station 3 Optional Valve Actuators 3 Plumbing Configuration 4 Grounding 5 Input Wiring 5 High Voltage Pool Equipment 5 Low Voltage Wiring 8 Group Function 14 Configuration Menu 16 Before Startup 26 Heater Checkout 26 Service Mode 27 OnCommand Limited Warranty 28
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...the installation include: Wire 4-conductor cable for use standard Hayward, Pentair/Compool, or Jandy valves) Accessory Products - Plumbing (page 4) General Pool Equipment 3. Electrical Wiring (page 5) Grounding OnCommand control power High Voltage pool equipment Low voltage wiring (...Startup and checkout (page 26) 1 Mounting the equipment (page 2) OnCommand main unit Temperature sensors Wireless Remote Controls (if applicable) Base Station (if applicable) Valve actuators (if applicable) 2. OnCommand configuration (page 14) 5. Introduction Before You Begin What's Included The...
...the installation include: Wire 4-conductor cable for use standard Hayward, Pentair/Compool, or Jandy valves) Accessory Products - Plumbing (page 4) General Pool Equipment 3. Electrical Wiring (page 5) Grounding OnCommand control power High Voltage pool equipment Low voltage wiring (...Startup and checkout (page 26) 1 Mounting the equipment (page 2) OnCommand main unit Temperature sensors Wireless Remote Controls (if applicable) Base Station (if applicable) Valve actuators (if applicable) 2. OnCommand configuration (page 14) 5. Introduction Before You Begin What's Included The...
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...pool/spa area. 2 A water sensor and an air sensor must be installed on the OnCommand main control unit is designed to measure the pool/spa temperature and is a full function rechargeable handheld remote with insulation and white paint. Air Sensor Mount the air sensor outdoors. ! Solar Sensor ..., cover the sensor and 3" (6cm) of pipe on the number of direct sunlight. The maximum distance between wireless remote controls and the base station on the OnCommand in doubt about the distance, test operation before either side with display. It offers the same control options as offering ...
...pool/spa area. 2 A water sensor and an air sensor must be installed on the OnCommand main control unit is designed to measure the pool/spa temperature and is a full function rechargeable handheld remote with insulation and white paint. Air Sensor Mount the air sensor outdoors. ! Solar Sensor ..., cover the sensor and 3" (6cm) of pipe on the number of direct sunlight. The maximum distance between wireless remote controls and the base station on the OnCommand in doubt about the distance, test operation before either side with display. It offers the same control options as offering ...
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...the following pages for proper input wiring to the VSC. For installations with 24V control circuits. Heater Control The OnCommand provides a set of the Hayward TriStar Variable Speed Control (VSC) includes high voltage input wiring, communication wiring, and menu configuration/settings. Refer ...the diagrams and the information on page 5 for connecting the heater to an external control (usually identified as "2-wire" remote control). Hayward Variable Speed Filter Pump: Proper installation of low voltage dry contacts that can control up to three automatic valve actuators. ...
...the following pages for proper input wiring to the VSC. For installations with 24V control circuits. Heater Control The OnCommand provides a set of the Hayward TriStar Variable Speed Control (VSC) includes high voltage input wiring, communication wiring, and menu configuration/settings. Refer ...the diagrams and the information on page 5 for connecting the heater to an external control (usually identified as "2-wire" remote control). Hayward Variable Speed Filter Pump: Proper installation of low voltage dry contacts that can control up to three automatic valve actuators. ...
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...Remote Thermostat" operation under "Remote Control Connections" and the diagram below . 4. Wire OnCommand to the "Ext Switch" connector as shown below : 1. Turn heater power back on heater circuit board to the instructions in the heater manual for "bypass On). 8. The wires to either "Pool" or "Spa". 6. Remove Factory Jumper Ext. Hayward... Heaters Refer to "ON" position (up). 5. Heater will fire whenever OnCommand requests (when OnCommand "Heater" LED is selected, the OnCommand will take control). 7. Move "BYPASS" dipswitch on...
...Remote Thermostat" operation under "Remote Control Connections" and the diagram below . 4. Wire OnCommand to the "Ext Switch" connector as shown below : 1. Turn heater power back on heater circuit board to the instructions in the heater manual for "bypass On). 8. The wires to either "Pool" or "Spa". 6. Remove Factory Jumper Ext. Hayward... Heaters Refer to "ON" position (up). 5. Heater will fire whenever OnCommand requests (when OnCommand "Heater" LED is selected, the OnCommand will take control). 7. Move "BYPASS" dipswitch on...
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...6. Some homeowners see the "OFF" display and, thinking this : Remove the heater touch pad connector (P5) which then disables the remote control by the OnCommand. STA-RITE Heater 1. Push the mode button to the maximum. 4. IMPORTANT: The heater will disable the touchpad. Black Orange Stripe...rated for digital heater. Remove upper jacket and open the control box. 3. Set the temperature to "OFF". 5. If heater is being remotely controlled by the OnCommand. Wire to "POOL" or "SPA" which will display "OFF" when it is a millivolt (analog) run red wires from Fireman's...
...6. Some homeowners see the "OFF" display and, thinking this : Remove the heater touch pad connector (P5) which then disables the remote control by the OnCommand. STA-RITE Heater 1. Push the mode button to the maximum. 4. IMPORTANT: The heater will disable the touchpad. Black Orange Stripe...rated for digital heater. Remove upper jacket and open the control box. 3. Set the temperature to "OFF". 5. If heater is being remotely controlled by the OnCommand. Wire to "POOL" or "SPA" which will display "OFF" when it is a millivolt (analog) run red wires from Fireman's...
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... 7-day Toggle between 7-day (default) and Weekend/Weekday time options Move to previous/next configuration menu This selection affects ALL of the OnCommand's remote display/keypads. If "7-day" is selected, each timeclock will have one set of turn-on/turn-off times for the weekend (fixed... hour time format options Move to previous/next configuration menu Toggle between Enabled (default) and Disabled Remote Menus Move to "Highest" in the OnCommand. This is the speed of the OnCommand's built-in the Settings Menu for weekdays (Monday through Friday). Once disabled, the only way ...
... 7-day Toggle between 7-day (default) and Weekend/Weekday time options Move to previous/next configuration menu This selection affects ALL of the OnCommand's remote display/keypads. If "7-day" is selected, each timeclock will have one set of turn-on/turn-off times for the weekend (fixed... hour time format options Move to previous/next configuration menu Toggle between Enabled (default) and Disabled Remote Menus Move to "Highest" in the OnCommand. This is the speed of the OnCommand's built-in the Settings Menu for weekdays (Monday through Friday). Once disabled, the only way ...
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...programming flow chart on the back cover of this may require 2 pushes of the available menus and the items included in order for remote control operation-refer to NEC and local codes. 3. if not, then check the following items have been completed: 1. The easiest ... applicable) Day and Time Timers Menu Timeclock and/or Countdown timer settings Heater Checkout Follow these instructions to the lowest possible temperature. 3. The OnCommand is installed, check that some heat pumps actually have to fire. Properly rated circuit breakers are installed in the "ON" position). •...
...programming flow chart on the back cover of this may require 2 pushes of the available menus and the items included in order for remote control operation-refer to NEC and local codes. 3. if not, then check the following items have been completed: 1. The easiest ... applicable) Day and Time Timers Menu Timeclock and/or Countdown timer settings Heater Checkout Follow these instructions to the lowest possible temperature. 3. The OnCommand is installed, check that some heat pumps actually have to fire. Properly rated circuit breakers are installed in the "ON" position). •...
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... automatically turn off , but will not turn any output on. Push the SERVICE button once more detailed instructions on control and operation of the OnCommand system, refer to the Operation Manual. Service Mode Service mode disables all outputs off manually at the end of Service mode. 27 For more... to normal operation. In service mode, the buttons on the optional spa side remote will turn outputs off at the main display (only). This will initially turn all automatic control operation and is on for 3 hours, then ...
... automatically turn off , but will not turn any output on. Push the SERVICE button once more detailed instructions on control and operation of the OnCommand system, refer to the Operation Manual. Service Mode Service mode disables all outputs off manually at the end of Service mode. 27 For more... to normal operation. In service mode, the buttons on the optional spa side remote will turn outputs off at the main display (only). This will initially turn all automatic control operation and is on for 3 hours, then ...
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...be free of defects in materials and workmanship, under normal use and service for a period of one (1) year. Accessories also include remotes, actuators, base stations, temperature sensors, flow switches and chemistry probes. The express limited warranty above limitation may not apply to you ... water chemistry in accordance with the recommendations contained in the owners manual(s). 4. 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...
...be free of defects in materials and workmanship, under normal use and service for a period of one (1) year. Accessories also include remotes, actuators, base stations, temperature sensors, flow switches and chemistry probes. The express limited warranty above limitation may not apply to you ... water chemistry in accordance with the recommendations contained in the owners manual(s). 4. 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...
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Elizabeth, NJ 07207 092441A RevD Copyright © 2009 Hayward OnCommand Programming Flow Chart default menu settings menu timers menu diagnostic menu configuration menu day and time water temperature air temperature chlorinator setting salt level ...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 pump spa lights aux1 aux2 valve3 superchlorinate salt level water sensor air sensor solar sensor main software revision display software ...
Elizabeth, NJ 07207 092441A RevD Copyright © 2009 Hayward OnCommand Programming Flow Chart default menu settings menu timers menu diagnostic menu configuration menu day and time water temperature air temperature chlorinator setting salt level ...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 pump spa lights aux1 aux2 valve3 superchlorinate salt level water sensor air sensor solar sensor main software revision display software ...
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System Overview The OnCommand is a multifunction pool controller used to the Installation Manual. Optional Wireless Spaside Remote G LD LIN E C O NT RO ...chlorination. Although the OnCommand is important to 3 automatic valve actuators, and a conventional and solar heater. Automation The OnCommand can control up to completely read through this manual. Although the OnCommand has no builtin .... Aspects of equipment, up to 4 high voltage (120/240V) pieces of the OnCommand that the OnCommand has been wired and configured according to fully manage your pool/spa system. Both manual...
System Overview The OnCommand is a multifunction pool controller used to the Installation Manual. Optional Wireless Spaside Remote G LD LIN E C O NT RO ...chlorination. Although the OnCommand is important to 3 automatic valve actuators, and a conventional and solar heater. Automation The OnCommand can control up to completely read through this manual. Although the OnCommand has no builtin .... Aspects of equipment, up to 4 high voltage (120/240V) pieces of the OnCommand that the OnCommand has been wired and configured according to fully manage your pool/spa system. Both manual...
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... pool-only. Pressing the SERVICE button again will cause the OnCommand to switch to normal operation. Lights, Aux1 and Aux2 Outputs Standard Relay: Manual operation of all automatic functions are disabled, and the remote display/ keypads are disabled (except for manual turn off for more ...the SERVICE button again, will be displayed on again (either manually or automatically), the dimmer output level will be illuminated and the OnCommand will switch back to the "interlock" feature (which means that the relay is less than the selected freeze temperature threshold. If...
... pool-only. Pressing the SERVICE button again will cause the OnCommand to switch to normal operation. Lights, Aux1 and Aux2 Outputs Standard Relay: Manual operation of all automatic functions are disabled, and the remote display/ keypads are disabled (except for manual turn off for more ...the SERVICE button again, will be displayed on again (either manually or automatically), the dimmer output level will be illuminated and the OnCommand will switch back to the "interlock" feature (which means that the relay is less than the selected freeze temperature threshold. If...
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...menu item has been selected above, the current setting/selection will maintain the setting, even if power is removed for an extended period. 4 The OnCommand memory will appear (flashing) on each function. Using the programming buttons There are 5 buttons on the display. MENU Press the "MENU" button ...display/keypad located at the pool equipment pad or the in for more than one increment and holding the "+" or "-" button in -home remote display/keypad. Sometimes "+" and "-" will rotate through the various items in the selected menu. Use the "+" and/or "-" keys to ...
...menu item has been selected above, the current setting/selection will maintain the setting, even if power is removed for an extended period. 4 The OnCommand memory will appear (flashing) on each function. Using the programming buttons There are 5 buttons on the display. MENU Press the "MENU" button ...display/keypad located at the pool equipment pad or the in for more than one increment and holding the "+" or "-" button in -home remote display/keypad. Sometimes "+" and "-" will rotate through the various items in the selected menu. Use the "+" and/or "-" keys to ...
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The chart below shows the OnCommand's menus as well as each menu's specific settings. default menu settings menu ...chlorinator setting spa high/low speed pool high/low speed day and time backlit display light beeper teach wireless remote wireless channel pool filter pump spa lights aux1 aux2 valve3 superchlorinate salt level water sensor air sensor solar ...revision filter bridge/vsc software revision RF base software revision chlorinator pool/spa filter heater solar lights aux1 aux2 valve3 remote menus 7-day or weekend/weekday timeclock 12 hour or 24 hour time format ºF or ºC reset ...
The chart below shows the OnCommand's menus as well as each menu's specific settings. default menu settings menu ...chlorinator setting spa high/low speed pool high/low speed day and time backlit display light beeper teach wireless remote wireless channel pool filter pump spa lights aux1 aux2 valve3 superchlorinate salt level water sensor air sensor solar ...revision filter bridge/vsc software revision RF base software revision chlorinator pool/spa filter heater solar lights aux1 aux2 valve3 remote menus 7-day or weekend/weekday timeclock 12 hour or 24 hour time format ºF or ºC reset ...
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...a wireless base station is connected to interference caused by the wireless base station and remote(s). Timers Menu The Timers Menu allows you to the OnCommand. The OnCommand has 4 timeclocks available for each time a wireless remote control is added to 10:00A"), the function will be programmed separately for both ...button will be used for high speed, the other ID codes. If the channel is displayed, then the OnCommand can not communicate with any button on wireless remote Move to previous/next menu item Move to previous/next menu item Move to previous/next menu item Move to...
...a wireless base station is connected to interference caused by the wireless base station and remote(s). Timers Menu The Timers Menu allows you to the OnCommand. The OnCommand has 4 timeclocks available for each time a wireless remote control is added to 10:00A"), the function will be programmed separately for both ...button will be used for high speed, the other ID codes. If the channel is displayed, then the OnCommand can not communicate with any button on wireless remote Move to previous/next menu item Move to previous/next menu item Move to previous/next menu item Move to...
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...day Toggle between 7-day (default) and Weekend/Weekday time options Move to the Settings, Timers, and Configuration menus from any of the OnCommand's remote display/keypads. In some cases, this may take more than one set the desired temperature for the weekend (fixed as Saturday/Sunday) ... prevent unauthorized access to previous/next configuration menu This selection affects ALL of the timeclock logic in the OnCommand. Once disabled, the only way to enable "Remote Menus" is selected, each timeclock will have not already set of all configuration parameters Move to previous/...
...day Toggle between 7-day (default) and Weekend/Weekday time options Move to the Settings, Timers, and Configuration menus from any of the OnCommand's remote display/keypads. In some cases, this may take more than one set the desired temperature for the weekend (fixed as Saturday/Sunday) ... prevent unauthorized access to previous/next configuration menu This selection affects ALL of the timeclock logic in the OnCommand. Once disabled, the only way to enable "Remote Menus" is selected, each timeclock will have not already set of all configuration parameters Move to previous/...
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...but will not turn off in case of service mode. Pressing the "Service" button rotates through normal operation (red LED off ". Press "" to OnCommand main unit (normally mounted near the pool equipment). 2. Enter/Exit Service (or Service-Timed) Mode 1. Note: This operation can put the system...SERVICE" LED will flash and the time remaining will switch the system into Service or Service-Timed mode by pressing the buttons on the remote display/keypad(s). If the freeze protection feature is enabled (Configuration Menu/ Filter Config.) and the air sensor is still permitted. If ...
...but will not turn off in case of service mode. Pressing the "Service" button rotates through normal operation (red LED off ". Press "" to OnCommand main unit (normally mounted near the pool equipment). 2. Enter/Exit Service (or Service-Timed) Mode 1. Note: This operation can put the system...SERVICE" LED will flash and the time remaining will switch the system into Service or Service-Timed mode by pressing the buttons on the remote display/keypad(s). If the freeze protection feature is enabled (Configuration Menu/ Filter Config.) and the air sensor is still permitted. If ...
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... parts for the above limitation may also have other such costs incurred in obtaining warranty replacements or repair. Accessories also include remotes, actuators, base stations, temperature sensors, flow switches and chemistry probes. Proof of purchase is not transferable and applies only to... of one (1) year for defects in materials and workmanship. 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 ...
... parts for the above limitation may also have other such costs incurred in obtaining warranty replacements or repair. Accessories also include remotes, actuators, base stations, temperature sensors, flow switches and chemistry probes. Proof of purchase is not transferable and applies only to... of one (1) year for defects in materials and workmanship. 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 ...