PH UPGRADE INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND WARRANTY CARD
THIS KIT CONTAINS: Part: Qty: Description: 1. 1 2. 3. 4. 1 1 1 pH upgrade module (if purchased as an upgrade) pH Sensor and sensor cable pH Sensor POD and 40mm pipe spacer Length of PVC tubing (for acid) 5. 6. 7. 1 1 1 Calibration fluid Ceramic weight Ceramic weight barb fitting 1. 2. 3. 4. 6. 5. 7.
WELCOME TO ZODIAC Congratulations on your purchase of a product from the Zodiac range of pool care products. Zodiac products are designed to let you spend more time enjoying your pool and less on maintenance. IMPORTANT INFORMATION YOU MUST READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE INSTALLATION. ALWAYS READ THE LABEL AND OPERATION MANUAL BEFORE USING. PLEASE KEEP YOUR MANUAL AS IT CONTAINS YOUR WARRANTY.
ZODIAC BELIEVES IN SAFETY FIRST At Zodiac, we take safety seriously. Always exercise caution when using electrical appliances and follow the instructions. Failure to do so could result in permanent injury, electrocution or drowning. GENERAL WARNINGS Zodiac salt chlorine generators are designed for domestic swimming pool use only. Contrary use could affect performance and void warranty.
IMPORTANT THINGS TO REMEMBER There are a number of very important things to remember when setting up and maintain your TRi-pH. 1. It is absolutely essential to have the pool water in good balance before turning the TRi-pH on so ensure that the pool water is correctly balanced (see page 10 of the TRi owners manual for complete list). 2. Do NOT under any circumstances store the acid container underneath the power pack unit.
ZODIAC BELIEVES IN SAFETY FIRST CHILD SAFETY Children should not be allowed to operate or perform maintenance on this product. No one, particularly children, should sit, step, lean, or climb on any of your pool’s operational system. In the interests of child safety, all components of a pool’s operational system should be located at least 3 metres away from the pool.
QUICK START INSTALLATION GUIDE The following steps will help you get up and running with your new Zodiac Tri pH Upgrade Module. If you purchase your Zodiac TRi pH as a complete unit go straight to section - Installing Sensors. IF YOU HAVE PURCHASED THE TRI PH UPGRADE: How to install the Tri pH upgrade unit: Please note that all work must be carried out by an authorised pool care professional 1. Turn mains power off and remove the existing top cover. 2.
INSTALLING THE PH SENSOR POD Installing the POD and sensor TRi sensor POD integrates into a simple unit, a pH sensor and a pH corrective solution one way valve. The sensor POD must be positioned after filtration system and before TRi cell (and after any heating system). Sensor POD must always be positioned onto a horizontal pipe so that the pH sensor is vertical (45° maximum tolerance).
PREPARING PH SENSOR 1. Identify a straight section of horizontal pipe of appropriate length after the filter but before the salt cell (30 cm is recommended). 1 2. Disassemble sensor POD to get lower part of POD clamp with 2 holes (picture1). 3. Place the lower part of POD clamp upside down into position on the selected length of piping 4. Now mark the location of the 2 holes to be made into piping using a pencil or marker (picture 2). 2 5. Drill the 2 holes using the provided hole saw.
ACID DELIVERY LINE ACID DELIVERY LINE: WARNING: When handling acid always use appropriate safety equipment. The acid delivery line delivers acid from the unit to the pool. To install the acid delivery line: 1. Cut a suitable length of tube to reach from the acid pump on the TRi power pack to the acid injection point assembly. 2. Remove the acid pump cover. 3. Fit the tubing to the screw coupling on the outlet of the pump as shown. (Pump outlet is indicated by a downward arrow on the pump casing). 4.
ACID SUPPLY LINE ACID SUPPLY LINE: 1. Cut a suitable length of tube to reach from the acid pump on the power pack to the acid supply source. 2. Fit one end of the tubing to the inlet of the pump. (Pump inlet is indicated by an upward arrow on the pump casing). 3. Drill a suitable hole in the lid of the acid supply bottle, and a smaller ‘air hole’ to stop the container from crumpling. 4. Thread the other end of the tubing through the lid of the acid supply and attach the ceramic weight and fitting. 5.
TESTING / PRIMING THE ACID PUMP After installation it’s recommended the acid pump be tested and the acid pump ‘primed’. WARNING! Before testing the pump, ensure all acid supply and delivery connections are secure. Always use appropriate safety equipment when handling acid. To test the Acid Pump: 1. Press the button. / 2. Press buttons to move arrow to ‘pH/SETUP’. to enter the ‘pH/SETUP’ menu. 3. Press 4. Use the / buttons to highlight ‘TEST ACID’. 5.
PH CONTROL The following information about pH is critical to the successful operation of your swimming pool. For advice and supply of the correct products, consult your local pool care professional. PREPARING THE POOL The Tri-pH unit is designed to maintain the pH of the pool. By ensuring that the pool is correctly balanced at the outset will decrease the chance of problems, during the first days of operation. PH LEVELS Ideal pH range for most pools is 7.2 – 7.
PH CONTROL CHLORINE LEVELS Ideal chlorine level range: 1-3 parts per million (PPM). Prior to starting the Tri-pH the chlorine level can be raised using either liquid or granulated chlorine. SALT LEVELS Ideal Salt level range: 3000 – 5000 parts per million (PPM). Efficient and correct operation of the electrolytic cell requires a sufficient amount of salt in the water. Not enough salt may cause a reduced chlorine output level and a reduced life of the cell.
PH CALIBRATION With pH sensor and acid delivery components successfully set up, the TRi unit needs to be calibrated and set up for pH control. Ensure that mains power is supplied to the TRi, turn the pool pump off and isolate the pool water so the pH sensor can be safely removed. 1. Remove the pH sensor and clean if necessary using soapy water. (Avoid touching the glass tip of the sensor). Rinse off with fresh water. 2. Place the pH sensor in a sample of pH calibration solution with a pH level of 7.5. 3.
PH SET POINT The default pH setting of your Zodiac TRi is 7.2. This can be changed according to your pool’s requirements. To change the pH set point: 1. Calibrate the pH sensor. 2. From the default operating screen, press . 3. Use the / buttons to highlight ‘pH SETUP’, then press 4. Use the / buttons to highlight ‘pH SETPOINT’, then press 5. Use the / buttons until the desired “set point” is achieved. 6. Press the .
PH SET POINT SETTING THE POOL SIZE In the interests of safety the default setting for the pool size is 1 (Minimum).This setting controls the maximum amount of acid which is delivered to the pool daily. The recommended settings for various size pools are as follows: 1: 2: 3: 4: For small pools up to 60 000 litres For medium pools 60 000 to 90 000 litres For large pools 90 000 to 120 000 litres For over size pools above 120 000 litres The above settings are a guideline only.
PH SET POINT WARNING! It is advised that the pool size be set as low as possible to avoid overdosing acid into the pool. USING PH CONTROL The TRi-pH is now ready for use with automatic pH control. 1. Set ‘ON’ and ‘OFF’ times. 2. Select desired chlorine output level. 3. Enable the Acid Pump (Refer to Enabling and disabling the Acid Pump.) The TRi unit will now automatically maintain the pH level of the pool.
REGULAR CHECK UPS Although automatic pH control reduces the need for regular testing, there are still a number of checks to ensure the safe operation of the system and a pleasant swimming experience. Always check: Acid supply levels. Total Alkalinity. The accuracy of the pH sensor by manually checking the pH level. That the pH sensor is cleaned and re-calibrated. Acid Pump and Feed Line Maintenance 1. Lubricate the pump squeeze tube every 6mths.
ADJUSTING TOTAL ALKALINITY (TA) As acid is added automatically over time, total alkalinity levels will decrease and may result in inconsistent pH levels. It may be necessary to add a “buffer” element to the water in your pool. As it is not recommended to add acid after adding a “buffer”, temporarily disable the acid pump (refer to Enabling and disabling the acid pump). ENABLING AND DISABLING THE ACID PUMP. In the interests of safety, the Zodiac Tri-pH is shipped with the acid pump disabled.
PH MODULE MAINTENANCE When using automatic pH control, the requirement for regular pool chemistry checks is lowered. It is however, necessary to regularly check a number of critical things to ensure safe and correct operation of the system: CLEANING THE PH SENSOR When cleaning the sensor avoid using solvents such as acetone. Always calibrate after cleaning.
ERRORS AND WARNINGS. WHAT THEY MEAN. PH LOW Diagnosis: the pH Level in the pool is more than 0.4pH units below the set point. This could indicate the Pool setting is too high, causing acid to overdose or the pH sensor is faulty or needs calibration and/or cleaning. Manually test the pool’s pH before further investigation. PH HIGH Diagnosis: the pH Level in the pool is more than 0.4pH units above the set point.
WARRANTY Like all Zodiac Pool products, the TRi Chlorinator is tested under local conditions and comes with a limited warranty. This warranty is only applicable if the product has been installed by an accredited Zodiac TRi Installer. The warranty may be void if this has not been adhered to. Cell Warranty A total of 4 (four) years conditional warranty, if used in a domestic/ residential pool. Refer fine print in TRi manual for exceptions and exclusions.
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