User`s manual

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USING THE FASTLANE SWIM UNIT
It is now acceptable to begin using the Fastlane Swim Unit.
Remove and unwrap the two (one for use, one extra) wireless con-
trollers from the Controller Box on the Hydraulic Power Unit
(HPU). Press and hold the ON/OFF button to turn on the swim
current.
The Fastlane features 52 incremental steps in speed. Press and
release the FASTER button to increase the speed of the current
one step at a time. Alternatively, press and continue to hold the
FASTER button to ramp up the speed until the button is released
or the maximum speed is achieved. Reduce the speed in the same
manner using the SLOWER button.
Turn off the Fastlane by again pressing the ON/OFF button.
Because the Fastlane “remembers” its speed setting when it is
turned off, so the unit will return to that same setting the next time
it is used. NOTE: The circuit card on the HPU is programmed to
“ramp down” the speed of the current before completely shutting
off. It will also “ramp up” the speed of the current when the unit
is turned on.
The circuitry of the HPU is equipped with an automatic
safety timer that will shut down the system thirty minutes after
receiving its last command. If this happens in the middle of
a swim, simply turn the unit on again and it will return to its
previous setting.
INSTALLING AN ANTENNA EXTENSION
The Fastlane wireless controller transmits radio waves, similar to
a garage door opener. Should the Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU) be
placed too far away from the Fastlane Pool, the wireless controller
may not be able to perform its functions. To operate the Fastlane
more effectively, it may be helpful to install the antenna closer to
the pool than the HPU, so there is less of a chance of interference
occurring. A longer length of coaxial cable can be used if needed
to move the antenna even closer to the pool.
Parts List
• 10’ length of coaxial antenna cable
• Coaxial grounding block (antenna mount)
Instructions
• If the antenna is already installed, detach it from the upper left
hand side of the Controller Box mounted on the HPU.
• Attach and finger-tighten the antenna cable.
• Attach the coaxial grounding block (antenna mount) to the sur-
face where the electrical disconnect box is mounted.
• The antenna should be just above the height of the box so
that the metal box does not interfere with the wireless con-
troller’s radio waves. NOTE: The antenna can be placed even
closer to the pool by purchasing antenna cable from a local
supplier.
• Attach and finger-tighten the antenna to the upper end of the
coaxial grounding block (antenna mount).
CARING FOR THE FASTLANE POOL
Once installed, the Fastlane Pool will provide years of swimming,
exercise, training, therapy and family fun with minimal mainte-
nance required.
The Fastlane
• Clean the intake grill of the Fastlane Swim Unit of leaves as
needed.
• Wipe down the stainless steel grab bar with a Scotch Brite pad
and brisk rubbing.
• Clean the acrylic housing with any typical non-ammonia, non-
abrasive kitchen cleanser and a soft sponge or cloth. Do NOT
use a Scotch Brite pad.
• Periodically check all electrical and ground wire connections
and test the GFI circuit breaker for proper function.
• The hydraulic motor, which is located in the Swim Unit and sub-
merged underwater, should be checked for wear at the end of
each season. It is recommended that the motor gets replaced
after three to five years of usage, depending on water quality
conditions.
• Change the hydraulic fluid and filter in the HPU after every 500
hours of use.
Pool Water Chemistry
• It is important for the long-term operation of the Fastlane that the
pool water be properly balanced and in accordance with typical
pool industry standards.
• As with any swimming pool, the Fastlane Pool requires water
chemistry monitoring. The Water Quality System, which
includes automated re-circulating, filtration, and optional heat-
ing will do most of the work on its own. However, balancing and
maintaining the pool water is essential to the life and health of
the equipment.
• Maintain a minimal level (residual) of 0.5 ppm free chlorine
in the pool at all times. Adding 1/2 cup of Clorox a day will add
about 0.5 ppm of free chlorine to a Fastlane Pool. How quickly
that chlorine is consumed will depend upon the water tempera-
ture, swimmer load and the amount of direct sunlight the pool
receives.
• Water test strips have been provided with the Fastlane Pool. The
strips will help with monitoring the chlorine and pH require-
ments of the Fastlane Pool.
• If the Fastlane Pool is located outside, stabilized chlorine in
granular form (should have an active ingredient of sodium
dichlor) is recommended instead of Clorox.
• Pre-dissolve all dry chemicals before putting them into the pool.
Failure to do so may result in bleaching or damaging the liner.
• Always have the pool’s Water Quality System (the Swim
Propulsion system is even better) running when adding chemi-
cals, liquid or dry.
• Do not leave pool filled with water without proper chemical
treatment and pool maintenance.
• Do not leave pool set up without being full of water.