Hayward Aqua Plus, Aqua Plus Controls plus Chlorination, Aqua Plus 16v PL-PLUS-16V Installation Manual

Automation and Chlorination

Installation Manual

for model

PL-PLUS-16V

Programming Menu
Flowchart

Aqua Plus 16v

092456 RevB

Copyright © 2010 Hayward

www.haywardnet.com

620 Division St.
Elizabeth, NJ 07207

denotes conditional items

PS-4 only

PS-4 only

defaultmenu

dayand time

watertemperature

airtemperature

chlorinatorsetting

saltlevel

reasonpump is running(not scheduled)

inspectcell

reasonhi-speed is running(not scheduled)

countdowntime re maining

heater contro l status

systemmanual off

checksystem error

groupactive

filtervsp speed/reason

spa filtervsp speed/reason

lights/auxspeed/reason

pH/ORP leve ls

settingsmenu

spaheater1 temperature

poolheater1 temperature

spaheater2 temperature

poolheater2 temperature

spa heater2 priority

poolheater2 priority
spasolar temperature
poolsolar temperature

vspspeed settings

superchlorinate
spachlorinatorsetting
poolchlorinatorsetting
auxcolorlogicsettings

dayand time

backlit displaylight

beeper

teachwireless remote

wirelesschannel

maintenance menu

pHcalibration wizard
cleanprobe wizard

timers men u

poolfilter 1 orhi-speed 1

poolfilter 2 orlo-speed 1

poolfilter 3 orhi-speed 2
poolfilter 4 orlo-speed 2

spafilter 1 orhi-speed

spafilter 2 orlo-speed

spa
lights
aux1
aux2
valve3
valve4

superchlorinate

diagnosticmen u

chlorina tor d iagno stic s

instantsalt

pH/orplevels

flow swi tch

celltemperaturesensor

water/poolsensor

spa sensor
airsensor

solarsensor

vspspeed/power

mainso ftwarerevision

displaysoftwarerevision

expansionunitsoftwarerevision

chemistrysensemodule software

vspsoftware revision

RFbase softwarerevision

6b uttonspas idesoftware revision

digitalspa side softwarerevision

colorlogicmodulesoftware revision

colorlogiclig htsoftware revision

configuration menu

chlorinator

chemistryconfig.Wizard

pool/spa

filter

spa filter
heater 1
heater 2

solar

colorlogic

externalinputactivestate

lights
aux1
aux2
valve3
valve4

6button spasi deremote
digitalspa side remote

remote menus

7-dayor weekend/weekdaytimeclock

12 hour or 24 hour time format

ºF or ºC

vspspeed (% orrpm)

reset colorlogic to default

reset to default

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:

•

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS

•

!

WARNING: Disconnect all AC power during installation.

•

!

WARNING: Water in excess of 100 degrees Fahrenheit may be

hazardous to your health.

•

!

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to

use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times.

• A green colored terminal marked “Grounding” is located inside the wiring

compartment. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this terminal must be
connected to the grounding means provided in the electric supply service
panel with a continuous copper wire equivalent in size to the circuit conductors
supplying the equipment.

• One bonding lug for US models (two for Canadian models) is provided on the
external surface. To reduce the risk of electric shock, connect the local
common bonding grid in the area of the swimming pool, spa, or hot tub to
these terminals with an insulated or bare copper conductor not smaller than 8
AWG US / 6 AWG Canada.

• All field installed metal components such as rails, ladders, drains, or other
similar hardware within 3 meters of the pool, spa or hot tub shall be bonded to
the equipment grounding bus with copper conductors not smaller than 8 AWG
US / 6 AWG Canada.

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LIMITED WARRANTY (effective 04/01/09) Hayward/Goldline warrants its Pro Logic and E-Command

pool automation products as well as its Aqua Rite, Aqua Rite Pro, Aqua Plus and SwimPure chlorination products
to be free of defects in materials and workmanship, under normal use and service, for a period of three (3) years.
Hayward/Goldline also warrants its Aqua Trol chlorination products to be free of defects in materials and work­manship, under normal use and service for a period of one (1) year. These warranties are applicable from the initial
date of installation on private residential swimming pools in the US and Canada.

Hayward/Goldline warrants all the above-identified pool automation and chlorination products installed on com­mercial swimming pools and on swimming pools outside of the US and Canada for a period of one (1) year.
Likewise, Hayward/Goldline warrants all accessories and replacement parts for the above-identified pool auto­mation and chlorination products for a period of one (1) year. Each of these warranties is not transferable and
applies only to the original owner.

Proof of purchase is required for warranty service. If written proof of purchase is not provided, the manufacturing
date code will be the sole determinant of the date of installation of the product. To obtain warranty service or
repair, please contact the place of purchase or the nearest Hayward/Goldline authorized warranty service center.
For more information on authorized service centers please contact the Hayward/Goldline Technical Service Sup­port Center (61 Whitecap Road, North Kingstown RI, 02852) or visit the Goldline web site at
www.goldlinecontrols.com or the Hayward website at www.haywardnet.com.

WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS:

1. Material supplied or workmanship performed by others in process of installation.

2. Damage resulting from improper installation including installation on pools larger than the product rating.

3. Problems resulting from failure to install, operate or maintain the product(s) in accordance with the recommen­dations contained in the owners manual(s).

4. Problems resulting from failure to maintain pool water chemistry in accordance with the recommendations in the
owners manual(s).

5. Problems resulting from tampering, accident, abuse, negligence, unauthorized repairs or alternations, fire, flood,
lightning, freezing, external water, degradation of natural stone used in or immediately adjacent to a pool or spa,
war or acts of God.

DISCLAIMER. THE EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTIES ABOVE CONSTITUTE THE ENTIRE
WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE ABOVE-IDENTIFIED HAYWARD/GOLDLINE POOL
AUTOMATION AND CHLORINATION PRODUCTS AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRAN­TIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FIT­NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THESE WARRANTIES GIVE YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL
RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS OF EQUIPMENT, LOST PROFITS OR
REVENUE, COSTS OF RENTING REPLACEMENTS, AND OTHER ADDITIONAL EXPENSES,
EVEN IF THE SELLER HAD BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SOME
STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE­QUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO
YOU.

NO WHOLESALER, AGENT, DEALER, CONTRACTOR OR OTHER PERSON IS AUTHORIZED
TO PROVIDE, SUPPLEMENT OR MODIFY ANY WARRANTY ON BEHALF OF HAYWARD/GOLD­LINE.

THESE WARRANTIES ARE VOID IF THE PRODUCT HAS BEEN ALTERED IN ANY WAY AFTER
LEAVING THE FACTORY. FOR THE ABOVE-IDENTIFIED CHLORINATION PRODUCTS, THESE
WARRANTIES ALSO ARE VOID IF, DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, YOU USE A REPLACE­MENT CHLORINATOR CELL OTHER THAN AN UNMODIFIED, NEW HAYWARD/GOLDLINE
CHLORINATOR CELL PURCHASED FROM HAYWARD/GOLDLINE. IF A WARRANTY BE­COMES VOID, YOU STILL MAY PURCHASE SERVICE AND/OR TELEPHONE TECHNICAL
SUPPORT AT THE THEN CURRENT TIME AND MATERIAL RATES.

Table of Contents

Introduction Before You Begin................................................................... 1

Installation Steps.................................................................... 2

1. Preparing General Water Chemistry..................................................... 3

Pool/Spa Water Salt.......................................................................................... 4

2. Mounting Aqua Plus Control Center................................................... 5

Equipment Temperature Sensors........................................................... 6

Optional Chlorination Function............................................ 6

Optional AQL-CHEM ORP and pH Sensing Kit................ 6

Optional AQL-COLOR-MODHV Network Module............. 6

Optional Wired Remote Display/Keypad........................... 7

Optional Wireless Remote Display/Keypad....................... 7

Optional Base Station........................................................... 7

Optional Valve Actuators....................................................... 7

3. Plumbing “Standard” Pool/Spa Configuration..................................... 8

“Dual Equipment” Pool/Spa - Separate Heaters............... 9

“Dual Equipment” Pool/Spa - Shared Heaters................... 10

Turbo Cell............................................................................... 11

Flow Switch............................................................................ 11

4. Electrical Main Service.......................................................................... 12

Wiring Grounding and Bonding........................................................ 12

Circuit Breaker Installation and Wiring................................ 12

General Purpose Outlet........................................................ 12

Aqua Plus 16v Control Power............................................... 13

High Voltage Pool Equipment.............................................. 13

Low Voltage Wiring............................................................... 15

5. Configuration Group Function...................................................................... 22

Configuration Menus............................................................. 24

6. System Startup Maintenance Menu................................................................ 40

and Checkout Before Startup........................................................................ 41

Heater Checkout................................................................... 41

Service Mode........................................................................ 42

7. Warranty Aqua Plus 16v Limited Warranty.......................................... 44

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Introduction

Before You Begin

What’s Included

Before attempting to install the Aqua Plus 16v system, check that the following components have been included in
the package:

Aqua Plus 16v Electronics Unit

(3) Temperature sensors with 15 ft. (5m) cable, hose clamp
T-CELL-15 Turbo Cell and Flow Switch with 15 ft. cables
PVC unions

What’s NOT Included

Some of the additional items that you may need to complete an installation include:

Circuit breakers

None are included with control—see page 12 and inside of door for suitable breakers

Wire

4-conductor cable (electronics unit to remote display/keypad)
Wire/conduit for 100A service from main panel to Aqua Plus 16v
Wire/conduit for filter pump and other high voltage loads
Wire for bonding

Miscellaneous

Utility electrical outlet and weatherproof cover (for mounting on side of Aqua Plus 16v)
Mounting hardware (screws, etc.) for mounting Aqua Plus 16v and remote display/keypad
Valves (use standard Hayward, Pentair/Compool, or Jandy valves)
Additional valve actuators

Accessory Products - Order Separately

AQL-CHEM ORP & pH sense kit
AQL-CHEM2(-240) pH dispense kit
AQL2-Wx-PS-16 Wired Remote Display
AQL2-POD Handheld Wireless Remote Control
AQL2-Wx-RF-PS-16 Wireless Wallmount Remote Control
AQL2-Tx-RF-PS-16(x=W/B) Wireless Table Top Remote Control, specify color - white or black
AQL-SS-6B-x (x=W/B) Wired Spa Side 6 Function Remote Control, 150ft cable, spec. color (white or black)
AQL-SS-D-x (x=W/B) Wired Spa Side 8 Function Remote Control, 150ft cable, spec. color (white or black)
AQL2-SS-RF Wireless Spa Side Remote Control
AQL2-BASE-RF Base Station
AQL-DIM Light Dimmer Relay
AQL-COLOR-MODHV Color Network Module for 120V Generation 4 ColorLogic lights
GVA-24 Valve Actuator
V&A-xx Valve & Actuator (xx=1P (1.5” pos. seal), -2P (2” pos. seal))
GLX-PC-12-KIT 10K thermistor sensor w/15’ leads, (necessary if both solar and dual equipment is desired)

NOTE: Before installing this product as part of a saline water purification system in a pool or spa using natural
stone for coping or for immediately adjacent patios/decking, a qualified stone installation specialist should be
consulted regarding the appropriate type, installation, sealant (if any) and maintenance of stone used around a
saline pool with electronic chlorine generator in your particular location and circumstances.

NOTE: The use of dry acid (sodium bisulfate) to adjust pool pH is discouraged especially in arid regions where
pool water is subject to excessive evaporation and is not commonly diluted with fresh water. Dry acid can cause a
buildup of by-products that can damage your chlorinator cell.

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3. Once the heater is running, you can verify the “heater cooldown” feature (optional - see Configuration Menu/

Heater Config.) is operating properly:

• Press the “Filter” button once (for 2 speed pumps, this may require 2 pushes of the “Filter” button).

• The heater should turn off (“Heater” LED off) and the “Filter” LED will flash to indicated heater cooldown
is active.

• The display will periodically indicate that the filter pump is on for heater cooldown and show the minutes
remaining.

• The pump will automatically turn off at the end of the 5 minute heater cooldown period.

For more detailed instructions on control and operation of the Aqua Plus 16v system, refer to the Operation
Manual.

Service Mode

Service mode disables all automatic control operation and is intended to be used when servicing the pool system.
To enter service mode, push the SERVICE button once on the main unit keypad. This will initially turn all outputs
off and then allow you to turn outputs on/off manually at the main display (only). In service mode, the buttons on
the optional remote display/keypad and the optional spa side remote will turn outputs off, but will not turn any
output on. Heater control outputs and solar control outputs are prevented from turning on if the water temperature
exceeds 104ºF (40ºC).

Pushing the SERVICE button again will enter a timed service mode. Service operation as described above will
continue for 3 hours, then automatically return to normal operation.

Push the SERVICE button once more to exit out of Service mode.

Installation Steps

Details on each installation step are presented on the following pages:

1. Prepare the pool water (page 3)
General Water Chemistry
Salt

2. Mounting the equipment (page 5)
Aqua Plus 16v main unit
Temperature sensors
Remote display/keypad (optional)
Valve actuators (if applicable)

3. Plumbing (page 8)
General Pool Equipment
Chlorinator Turbo Cell
Flow Switch

4. Electrical Wiring (page 12)
Main service
Grounding and bonding
Circuit breakers
Aqua Plus 16v control power
High Voltage pool equipment
Low voltage wiring (temperature sensors, flow switch, etc.)

5. Aqua Plus 16v control configuration (program desired control operation) (page 22)

6. System Startup and checkout (page 40)

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6. System Startup and Checkout

Before Startup

Before starting the Aqua Plus 16v for the first time, be sure that the following items have been completed:

1. Pool/spa chemicals are within the recommended levels according to the chart on page 3.

2. Pool/spa salt level is between 2700 – 3400 PPM.

3. Properly rated circuit breakers are installed in the Aqua Plus 16v subpanel.

4. All wiring is performed according to NEC and local codes.

5. The Aqua Plus 16v is properly grounded and bonded.

6. The Aqua Plus 16v is properly configured to control all desired functions.

Program Automatic Operation

Refer to the programming flow chart on the back cover of this manual for a listing of the available menus and the
items included in each menu.

Settings Menu

Heater(s) and/or solar thermostat settings
Chlorinator settings
Day and Time

Timers Menu

Timeclock and/or Countdown timer settings

Heater Checkout

Follow these instructions to verify that the Aqua Plus 16v is properly controlling the heater.

1. Check that the Aqua Plus 16v is calling for the heater to turn on as indicated by the “Heater” LED being
illuminated. If the “Heater” LED is illuminated, go directly to step 2; if not, then check the following:

• The heater is enabled (Configuration Menu/Heater Config.).

• The heater temperature setting is at least 2ºF greater than the water temperature (Settings Menu / Pool
Heater & Spa Heater).

• The filter pump is running.

• If the pool has solar heat and the solar priority feature is enabled (Configuration Menu/Solar Config) then
solar must be off in order for the heater to fire. The easiest way to force solar off is to go to the Settings
Menu / Pool Solar & Spa Solar and temporarily lower the temperature settings below the current water
temperature.

2. Check that the heater is running. If not, then check:

• Power is supplied to the heater.

• The Aqua Plus 16v control output is properly connected to the heater control (see ”Heater Control”
wiring, page 15).

• Some heaters also have internal switches or jumpers that have to be set correctly for remote control
operation—refer to the heater manual and also “Heater Control” (page 15).

• Heater is turned on (“Kill Switch” is in the “ON” position).

• If a heater bypass valve is installed, check that water is flowing through the heater.

• The heater temperature setting is set as high as possible (usually 104ºF/40ºC). Also note that some heat
pumps actually have be set to the lowest possible temperature.

ºC ºF Ti

Calcuim
Hardness

Ci

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Alkalinity

Ai

53

60

66

76

84

94

103

12

16

19

24

29

34

39

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.5

.6

.7

.8

.9

How to use:

Measure pool pH, temperature, calcium hardness,

and total alkalinity. Use the chart above to determine Ti, Ci,and

Ai from your measurements. Insert values of pH, Ti, Ci and Ai

into the above equation. If Si equals .2 or more, scaling and
staining may occur. If Si equals -.2 or less corrosion or irritation

may occur.

Si = pH + Ti + Ci + Ai - 12.

1

-.2

0.2

CORROSIVE SCALING

75 75
100 100
125 125
150 150

200 200

250 250

300 300

400 400

600 600

800 800

1.5 1.9

1.6 2.0

1.7 2.1

1.8 2.2

1.9 2.3

2.0 2.4

2.1 2.5

2.2 2.6

2.4 2.8

2.5 2.9

OK

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1. Preparing Pool/Spa Water

General Water Chemistry

Salt is required only if you are using the chlorinator features on the Aqua Plus 16v Control. If you are NOT using
the chlorinator, it is recommended that you follow all of the other chemistry recommendations besides salt. Refer to
the description of the Aqua Plus 16v configuration menu for information on enabling/disabling the chlorinator (see
page 24).

Water Chemistry

The table below summarizes the levels that are recommended by the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals
(APSP). The only special requirements for the Aqua Plus 16v are the salt level and stabilizer.

Saturation index

The saturation index (Si) relates to the calcium and alkalinity in the water and is an indicator of the pool water
“balance”. Your water is properly balanced if the Si is 0 ±0.2. If the Si is below -0.2, the water is corrosive and
plaster pool walls will be dissolved into the water. If the Si is above +0.2, scaling and staining will occur. Use the
chart below to determine the saturation index.

The pool’s chemistry must be balanced BEFORE activating the Aqua Plus 16v’s optional chlorinator function.
NOTE: If the pool does not have new water, add metal remover and non-copper based algaecide to the pool, per
manufacturer’s instructions. This ensures a quick, troublefree transfer to the Aqua Plus 16v system.

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Reset ColorLogic to

Default Press +

Are you sure?

+ to proceed

ColorLogic. reset

Confirmed

Initiate reset of Color Logic configuration parameter s

Reset all configuration par ameters

Move to previous/next configuration

menu (config. not reset)

Move to previous/next menu (confi g. not reset)

Move to previous/next configuration menu

if ColorLogic Network Module is detected

Use this function to erase all ColorLogic configuration settings and reset back to the factory default
values. This function is NOT reversible--be careful.

Reset Config. to

Default Press +

Are you sure?

+ to proceed

Config. reset

Confirmed

Initiate reset of all configuration parameters

Reset all configuration par ameters

Move to previous/next configuration

menu (config. not reset)

Move to previous/next menu (confi g. not reset)

Move to previous/next configuration menu

Use this function to erase all previous system configuration settings and reset all configuration
parameters back to the factory default values. This function is NOT reversible--be careful.

Maintenance Menu (only displays if Sensing System is enabled)

The Maintenance Menu will be displayed only if the optional AQL-CHEM is used and the Sensing System is
enabled in the Chemistry Config. Wizard. This menu is used to perform functions relating to the AQL-CHEM ORP
and pH sensing kit.

pH Calibration

Wizard, + to enter

Push to access pH Calibration Wizard

Move to previous/next menu item

Use this Wizard to calibrate the AQL-CHEM’s pH probe. This requires a manual pH test of the pool
water using a dependable red phenol test kit.

Clean Probe Wiza rd

+ to enter

Push to access Clean Probe Wizard

Move to previous/next menu item

Use this Wizard to clean the AQL-CHEM’s ORP and pH probes. The probes must be clean and free
from oil, chemical deposits and contamination to function properly. Slow response, increased need to
calibrate, and inconsistent readings are indications that the probes need to be cleaned.

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4

Salt (When using optional chlorinator function)

Salt Level

Use the chart below to determine how much salt in pounds or (Kgs) should be added to reach the recommended
levels. Use the equations on the following page (measurements are in feet/gallons and meters/liters) if pool size is
unknown.

The operating salt level is between 2700-3400 PPM (parts per million) with 3200 PPM being optimal. Before
adding any salt, test the salt level. This is especially important for retrofit installation to older pools where all of the
chlorine added to the pool over time is ending up as salt. If the level is low, determine the number of gallons in the
pool and add salt according to the chart below. A low salt level will reduce the efficiency of the sanitization and
result in low chlorine production. A high salt level can cause the Aqua Plus 16v to stop chlorinating. The salt in your
pool/spa is constantly recycled and the loss of salt throughout the swimming season should be minimal. This loss is
due primarily to the addition of water because of splashing, backwashing, or draining (because of rain). Salt is not
lost due to evaporation.

39

Digital Spa Config.

+ to view/change

Digital A, Button 1

Pool/Spa

Digital A, Setpoint

Heater1

Select Digital Spa

A

Push to access the Digital Spa Side Remot e options

Rotates between Syst em Off, Pool/Spa, F ilter, Lights, Heater1, Valve3,

Valve4, and all available Aux outputs

Rotates between heat ers that are enabled

Rotates between al l available remotes

Move to previous/next config uration menu

Move to previous/next menu item

Move to previous menu item or next config uration menu

Move to next menu item

if AQL-SS-D is connected

Select Digital Spa

This menu only appears if more than one AQL-SS-D is detected at power up. Select which of the
available remote controls (A, B or C) is to be configured.

Digital A, Button 1

This menu allows the user to map each button of the AQL-SS-D to one of the standard Pro Logic
functions. The default selections are: Button 1 - Pool/Spa, Button 2 - Filter, Button 3 - Lights, Button
4 - Heater1, Button 5 - Valve3, Button 6 - Valve4, Button 7 - Aux1 and Button 8 - Aux2.

Digital A, Setpoint

If more than one heater is installed, select the spa heater you wish to control. If no heaters are
installed, “Heaters Disabled” will be displayed.

Remote Menus

Enabled

Toggle between Enabled (default) and Disabled Remote Menus
Move to previous/next config uration menu

This feature will prevent unauthorized access to the Settings, Timers, and Configuration menus from
any of the Pro Logic’s remote display/keypads. When disabled, the remote display/keypads will only
show the default menu and allow on/off control via the pushbuttons. Note that the function of the Pro
Logic’s built-in display/keypad is unchanged by this selection. Once disabled, the only way to enable
“Remote Menus” is to use the local display/keypad.

All Timeclocks

7-day

Move to previous/next configuration menu

Toggle between 7-day (default) and Weekend/Weekday time options

This selection affects ALL of the timeclock logic in the Pro Logic. If “7-day” is selected, each
timeclock will have one set of turn-on/turn-off settings that operate every day of the week. If “Weekend/
Weekdays” option is selected then the user can enter one set of turn-on/turn-off times for the weekend
(fixed as Saturday/Sunday) and another set of turn-on/turn-off times for weekdays (Monday through
Friday).

Time Format

12 hour AM/PM

Units

ºF and PPM

Move to previous/next configur ation menu

Move to previous/next configur ation menu

Toggle between 12 hour AM/PM (default) and 24 hour time format options

Toggle between ºF and PPM (default) and ºC and g/L (Metric) options

VSP Speed

%

Toggle between % and RPM
Move to

previous/next configuration menu

if any output is configured as a

variable speed pump

This is the unit of measure for displaying the speed of the variable speed pump. Select % of maximum
speed (3450 RPM) or revolutions per minute (RPM).

Pool Sizing Formula

Type of Salt to Use

It is important to use only sodium chloride (NaCl) salt that is greater than 99.0% pure. This can be found at most
pool stores in 40-80 lb. bags labeled “for use in swimming pools”. Alternatively, use common food quality or water
softener salt that is at least 99.0% pure. It is also acceptable to use water conditioning salt pellets, however, it will
take longer for them to dissolve. Do not use rock salt, or salt with more than 1% of yellow prussiate of soda, salt
with anti-caking additives, or iodized salt.

How to Add Salt

For new plaster pools, wait 10-14 days before adding salt to allow the plaster to cure. Turn the circulating pump
on and add salt directly into the pool. Brush the salt around to speed up the dissolving process—do not allow salt
to pile up on the bottom of the pool. Run the filter pump for 24 hours with the suction coming from the main drain
(use pool vacuum if there is no main drain) to allow the salt to evenly disperse throughout the pool. The salt display
may take 24 hours to respond to the change in salt concentration.

Always check stabilizer (cyanuric acid), when checking salt. These levels will most likely decline together. Use the
chart below to determine how much stabilizer must be added to raise the level to 80 ppm.

2. Mounting the Equipment

Aqua Plus 16v Control Center

The Aqua Plus 16v is contained in a raintight enclosure that is suitable for outdoor mounting. The control must be
mounted a minimum of 5 ft. (2 meters) horizontal distance from the pool/spa (or more, if local codes require). The
Control Center is designed to mount vertically on a flat surface with the knockouts facing downward. Because the
enclosure also acts as a heat sink (disperses heat from inside the box), it is important not to block the four sides of
the control. Do not mount the Aqua Plus 16v inside a panel or tightly enclosed area.

When selecting a location, note that the standard cables supplied with the Turbo Cell, flow switch, temperature
sensors, and valve actuators (if applicable) are all 15 ft. (5m) long.

Gallons

Liters

(pool size in feet)

(pool size in met ers)

Rectangular

Round

Oval

Diameter x Diameter x
Average Depth x 5.9

Length x Width x
Average Depth x 6.7

Length x Width x
Average Depth x 7.5

Diameter x Diameter x

Average Depth x 785

Length x Width x
Average Depth x 893

Length x Width x
Average Depth x 1000

POUNDS and (Kg) OF STABILIZER (CYANURIC ACID) NEEDED FOR 80 PPM

Gallons and (Liters) of Po ol/Spa water

Current

Stabilizer

Level (ppm)

0 ppm

20 ppm

60 ppm

30 ppm

40 ppm

50 ppm

70 ppm

80 ppm

10 ppm

12,000

(45000)

8,000

(30000)

14,000

(52500)

10,000
(37500)

16,000
(60000)

18,000
(67500)

20,000

(75000)

22,000
(82500)

32,000

(120000)

24,000

(90000)

34,000

(127500)

26,000

(97500)

36,000

(135000)

28,000

(105000)

38,000

(142500)

30,000

(112500)

40,000

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21.0

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17.2

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6.0

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14.0

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19.0

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15.0

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20.0

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5.0

(2.3)

3.3

(2.3)

5.0

(2.3)

5.9

(2.7)

4.2

(2.7)

6.7

(3.0)

8.4

(3.8)

6.7

(3.0)

7.5

(3.4)

9.2

(4.2)

13.3

(6.0)

10.8

(4.9)

15.0

(6.7)

11.7

(5.2)

15.8

(7.1)

12.5

(5.6)

16.7

(7.5)

4.0

(1.8)

2.7

(1.8)

4.0

(1.8)

4.0

(1.8)

5.7

(2.6)

4.7

(2.1)

3.3

(2.1)

5.4

(2.4)

7.4

(3.3)

10.7

(4.8)

8.7

(3.9)

12.0

(5.4)

9.3

(4.2)

12.7

(5.7)

10.0

(4.5)

13.3

(6.0)

3.0

(1.4)

2.0

(1.4)

3.0

(1.4)

3.5

(1.6)

2.5

(1.6)

4.5

(2.0)

5.5

(2.5)

8.0

(3.6)

6.5

(2.9)

9.0

(4.1)

7.0

(3.2)

9.5

(4.3)

7.5

(3.4)

10.0

(4.5)

2.0

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1.3

(.91)

2.0

(.91)

2.8

(1.3)

2.3

(1.1)

1.7

(1.1)

2.7

(1.2)

3.3

(1.5)

3.7

(1.7)

5.3

(2.4)

4.3

(2.0)

4.7

(2.1)

6.3

(2.8)

5.0

(2.3)

6.7

(3.0)

1.0

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0.7

(.45)

1.2

(.54)

0.8

(.54)

1.4

(.64)

1.5

(.68)

1.7

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1.8

(.82)

2.7

(1.2)

2.2

(1.0)

3.0

(1.3)

2.3

(1.1)

3.2

(1.4)

2.5

(1.2)

3.3

(1.5)

0.00.0 0. 00.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0

0.00.0 0.00.0 0.00.0 0.00.0 0.0

5 38

Super Chlorinate – The Super Chlorinate function can be assigned to any Aux, Lights or Valve
button. This allows the user to simply hit a button to start a Super Chlorinate cycle, rather than using
the Settings Menu. Note that only one button can me assigned to this function.

Valve3 Interlock

If “Enabled”, this feature will override the function (timeclock, manual on/off, countdown timer or in­floor cleaner) selected above and turn the valve off whenever the filter pump is off or the pool/spa
suction/return valves are set to “spa only” or “spillover” operation. Interlock is not available with
solar, group or super chlorinate.

Valve3 Group

The valve3 Group function allows the user to perform multiple tasks with a single push of the VALVE3
button. When setting up a Group function, refer to page 22 for specific programming information.
There are two Group menus; the first menu determines how the group command will be initiated
(Manual On/Off, Countdown Timer, or Timeclock) and the second menu selects the desired functions
and their respective control parameters.

When activating Group functions, be aware that the most recent Group function that is initiated will
override any previous Group function.

Valve3 External Input Interlock

When Valve3 External Input Interlock is enabled, the Valve3 output will be forced off when the external
input is active. This will have precedence over freeze protection. Valve3 External Input Interlock is not
available for solar, group, and super chlorinate.

Valve3 Freeze Protection

This function protects the pool and plumbed equipment against freeze damage. If Freeze Protection
is enabled and the AIR temperature falls sensor falls below the selected freeze protection temperature,
the Pro Logic will turn on the valve to allow circulation of the water. IMPORTANT: this only enables
operation of the valve3 output during freeze--see the “Filter Pump Config.” menu to enable freeze
protection for the main circulation system. Freeze protection is not available for group or super
chlorinate functions.

Valve3 Pump Speed

This is the speed of the pump when the Valve3 output is on. The default selection is “Settings Menu”.
This is the speed of the pump that has been selected in the Settings Menu for normal filter operation.
If an alternate speed is desired when the Valve3 output is on, push “+” or “-” and select from “Filter
Lowest” to “Filter Highest” in 5% increments.

6B Spa Config.

+ to view/change

6B A, Button 1

Pool/Spa

Select 6B Spa

A

Push to access the 6 Button Spa Side Remote option s

Rotates between Syst em Off, Pool/Spa, F ilter, Lights, Heater1, Valve3,

Valve4, and all available Aux outputs

Rotates between al l available remotes

Move to previous/next config uration menu

Move to previous/next menu item or nex t configuration menu

Move to next menu item

if AQL-SS-6 B is connec ted

Select 6B Spa

This menu only appears if more than one AQL-SS-6B is detected at power up. Select which of the
available remote controls (A, B or C) is to be configured.

6B A, Button 1

This menu allows the user to map each button of the AQL-SS-6B to one of the standard Pro Logic
functions. The default selections are: Button 1 - Pool/Spa, Button 2 - Filter, Button 3 - Lights, Button
4 - Heater1, Button 5 - Aux1 and Button 6 - Aux2.