Pool Watch AC50032 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Pool Watch AC50032 swimming pool alarm. This product is the result of years of research and development and is loaded with patented features, which will make your swimming environment a safer area for yourself, family, guests, and pets. This product has been designed using innovative and intelligent software, coupled with high-tech sensors to provide you with an efficient yet trouble free solution to pool security.
a gate alarm, pool cover, etc.. Basic Pool Safety This is a device not intended to replace any other safety consideration including, adult supervision, life guards, fences, gates, pool covers, locks and so forth. Some devices may not detect gradual entry. It is imperative that if the alarm sounds that you react quickly as drowning can occur in as little as three minutes. Never leave children unattended near a pool. Once installed the system should be tested weekly to insure it is in good working order.
Added supervision is required if more people or children are in the pool. Teach your children to swim as soon as possible. Do not allow children who cannot swim enter the pool area without a life vest on. Always keep the water clean and clear so all objects on the bottom of the pool are visible. Learn life saving techniques, especially for small children. Do not leave toys or objects floating in an unattended pool. This is an invitation for a child to enter an unattended pool.
Required Tools Pencil Phillips head screwdriver 1/4” drill bit Electric Drill Adjustable wrench Masking tape Choosing the location The location of your alarm is critical to insure that it performs at its optimum abilities. Below is a diagram showing the most popular pool styles and their optimum mounting points on the pool. Decide which configuration is closest to your pool and continue with the installation. In configuration A the AC50032 is effective on pools up to 32’X16’ (9.6meters x 4.
In configuration B the AC50032 should be installed at location 1 if the pool size is 26 feet (8M) or less. If the pool exceeds 26 feet (8M) then a second alarm is required. In this case, install the alarms at location 2 AND 3. In configuration C the AC50032 should be installed in pools 24 feet (8m) or less, at location 1. For pools larger than 24 feet, a second alarm should be added at location 2. In configuration D the AC50032 should be installed in pools if 17 feet or less in location 1.
Test fit the alarm in the location as predetermined by the configuration above. The alarm sensor pipe throat should be in the water as shown, and the mounting area shall be level and flat. The alarm base should snap into the bottom of the main alarm body easily, while allowing the sensor throat to extend directly into the pool at a 90 degree angle as shown in FIG 1. FIG 1 STEP #2 Once the location has been determined, use a pencil to mark two holes to be drilled into the deck to secure the alarm.
FIG 2 STEP #3 After the holes are marked, drill the two holes out using a 1/4 inch masonry drill. **NOTE** TAKE GREAT CARE USING POWER TOOLS AROUND THE POOL. BE SURE THAT NO PEOPLE ARE IN THE POOL DURING ANY PHASE OF THE INSTALATION. REMOVE ALL POWERTOOLS FROM THE POOL AREA AS SOON AS THAT PHASE IS COMPLETE.** The holes need to be drilled 1 ¾ inches deep (Fig 2). The easiest way to determine how deep to drill, measure 1 ¾ inches from the end of the drill bit. Mark that location with a piece of tape.
FIG 3 STEP #4 To Install/Replace batteries. Remove ALL 4 screws which secure the battery cover. Be careful not to lose any of the screws. When the 6 Long Life Alkaline D Cell 1.5V batteries are installed (not included), the alarm will have two beeps and it is very loud! To ease installation, place the switch to SWIM mode, the alarm will sound in one long burst to signify that it is in swim mode. The WHITE LED will flash at each interval of 20 seconds.
STEP #5 The alarm is now ready to be attached to the pool edge. Simply screw the main alarm body into the edge. Step #6 The water level of the pool must be adjusted and maintained in order for the alarm to perform properly. The sensor throat tube should stick into the water between 3 ¼ inches to 2 inches. If the water should go far above or below this level, the alarms effectiveness is greatly diminished. Maintain proper water levels at all times.
FIG 5 STEP #7 Mount the Remote siren no more than 100 linear feet from the base unit in an area inside your home where it can be heard throughout the house should the alarm sound.
To Mount: Turn the remote siren over and remove the Phillips head screw. Install one 9V long life alkaline battery (not included). Replace cover. Plug the AC adapter into the remote siren. Then place it on a flat surface or use a screw to mount it to a wall near an electrical socket. Plug the AC adapter into the wall socket. It will give two short sirens to show that it is functioning, and a red led will light on the unit.
STEP #8 Turn the return jets from the pools filtration system down towards the bottom of the pool. This will not affect the pool circulation; in fact it will help conserve chemical consumption. This is required in order to maintain the tightest security level possible using this alarm. See Fig 7. Water features such as waterfalls, automatic cleaners or pump cycling may affect alarm reliability causing false alarms.
TESTING THE UNIT The unit MUST be tested. To test the alarm, you can make a simple device that will simulate the size and weight of a young child. See Fig 8 and Fig 9. The materials needed are: • 4 X 1.5 liter water bottles. • Duct tape • 6 ft of strong string Fill the four bottles with water. Use the duct tape to strap all 4 of the bottles together. Tie the string tightly to one of the bottles. Drop the bottles into the pool from a height of 4.5 inches. The alarm should sound.
The alarm will emit a long beep signifying that it is now in SWIM mode. The LED in the transparent cover will now flash white, and will continue to flash white while it is in swim mode. The pool can now be used without the alarm sounding. When all swimmers exit the pool and the water becomes still, to protect the pool, the alarm will automatically rearm itself again after 3 minutes of quiet surface.
winter months. The alarm should be removed from the pool if the air temperature drops below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove the batteries from both the main alarm unit and the remote siren for storage. Freezing of the pool water will damage the alarm. Freeze damage is not covered under the warranty. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
8/. FALSE ALARM RESISTANT MODE (FAR): In order to avoid false alarms, when the alarm detects excessive wind, or a robot cleaner working, the alarm may automatically enter the "false alarm resistant mode". When entering into this FAR mode, after the GREEN LED light has been on for a constant 6 seconds, the alarm will beep for 1 second. After that the LED will flash each 2 seconds. Manufactured for: Asia Connection LLC 1636 Third Avenue Box 326 New York, NY 10128 Products@asiaconnectllc.
