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Pro Logic Programming Flow Chart North Kingstown, RI 02852 USA 092337C Copyright © 2009 Goldline Controls www .goldlinecontrols.com Automation and Chlorination Inst allation Manual for model PL-P-4 LD C G LI N E ON T ROLS LD C G LI N E ON T ROLS denot es cond itiona l item s def ault m e nu day a nd tim e wa ter temperat ure air t emperatur e chlo[...]
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IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: • READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS • ! W ARNING: Disconnect all AC power during inst allation. • ! W ARNING: W ater in excess of 100 degrees Fahrenheit may be hazardous to your health. • ! W ARNIN[...]
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T able of Content s Introduction Before Y ou Begin................................................................... 1 Installation S teps.................................................................... 2 1. Preparing General W ater Chemistry ..................................................... 2 Pool/Sp a W ater Salt.........................[...]
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Introduction Before Y ou Begin What’s Included Before attempting to install the Pro Logic system, check that the following components have been included in the package: Pr o Logic Electr onics Unit (3) T emperature sensors with 15 ft. (5m) cable, hose clamp What’s NOT Included Some of the additional items that you may need to complete an instal[...]
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4. Electrical W iring (page 10) Main service Grounding and bonding Circuit breakers Pro Logic control power High V oltage pool equipment Low voltage wiring (temperature sensors, flow switch, etc.) 2 29 ºC º F Ti Calcuim Hardne ss Ci To t a l Alkalinity Ai 53 60 66 76 84 94 103 12 16 19 24 29 34 39 .3 .4 .5 .6 .7 .8 .9 How to use: Measure pool p H[...]
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Gall o n s a n d ( L i t e r s ) o f P o o l / S p a w a t e r 12,0 00 14 ,00 0 16,0 00 1 8 , 0 0 0 2 0 , 0 0 0 2 2 , 0 0 0 3 2 , 0 0 0 2 4 , 0 0 0 3 4 , 0 0 0 2 6 , 0 0 0 3 6 , 0 0 0 2 8 , 0 0 0 3 8 , 0 0 0 3 0 , 0 0 0 4 0 , 0 0 0 Current salt level (45000) (52,500 ) (60,000) ( 6 7 , 5 0 0 ) ( 7 5 , 0 0 0 ) ( 8 2 , 5 0 0 ) ( 1 2 0 , 0 0 0 ) ( 9 0 [...]
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4 Super Chlorinate – if “Chlorinator” is enabled, this option allows the user to start a Super Chlorinate cycle when the Aux button is pressed, rather than using the Settings Menu. Note that only one button can be assigned to this function. Aux1 Relay This feature allows the user to select either “Standard” (default) or “Dimmer” type [...]
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2. Mounting the Equipment Pro Logic Control Center The Pro Logic 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[...]
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Optional AQL-CHEM2 CO 2 Dispensing Kit The AQL-CHEM2 is a CO 2 dispensing device that connects directly to the Pro Logic. When used with an AQL- CHEM, the Pro Logic will sense the pool’ s pH level and automatically dispense the correct amount of CO 2 to control the pool’ s pH to the desired level. W iring and plumbing requirements for the AQL-C[...]
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Wireless Remote Controls Note that the Pro Logic is compatible with AQL2 wireless remote controls only . A single AQL2-BASE-RF Base S tation must be installed on the Pro Logic in order to use any of the Goldline wireless remote controls. W ith the Base Station installed, there is no limit on the number of wireless remotes that can used. The maximum[...]
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3. Plumbing Pool/Sp a system configuration These systems use a single filter pump and filter . Pool or spa operation is controlled by two 3-way valves (suction and return). Refer to the diagram below . Some important notes regarding the Pro Logic control of Standard Pool/Spa systems: In Pool/Spa Config., select: Po o l / S p a S e t up Po o l a n d[...]
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T urbo Cell (choose proper model for your pool) The T urbo Cell (used for chlorine generation) should be plumbed AFTER the filter and heater . If installed on a pool/ spa combination system, the cell should be plumbed BEFORE the pool/spa return valve in order to allow proper chlorination of both the pool and the spa. Refer to plumbing diagram below[...]
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4. Electrical Wiring The Pro Logic Control Center requires both high and low voltage connections. Low voltage connections will be made to actuators, sensors, remote keypad, etc. High voltage connections will be made to pumps, lights, etc., as well as providing direct input power to the Control Center . Always: -Ensure that Power is disconnected pri[...]
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General Purpose Outlet If desired, a duplex receptacle with weatherproof cover (supplied by installer) may be installed in the knockouts on the lower right side of the Pro Logic enclosure. Per code, the receptacle should be a GFCI type. Alternatively , connect a standard receptacle to a GFCB. Pro Logic Control Power The Pro Logic requires 120V AC, [...]
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! W ARNING: Do not use the Pro Logic to control an automatic pool cover . Swimmers may become entrapped underneath the cover . T wo speed filter pump: Requires 2 relays (FIL TER plus one of the AUX relays) for proper operation of both speeds. ! IMPOR T ANT : Be sure to follow the wiring diagram below AND to configure the contr ol logic according to[...]
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Low V olt age Wiring V alve Actuators The Pro Logic can control up to three automatic valve actuators. T wo of the valve outputs are dedicated to the pool/ spa suction (V alve2) and return (V alve1) valves. V alve3 is for general purpose use (solar , water feature, in-floor cleaner , etc.). For installations with solar heating, Goldline of fers the[...]
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Laars Heaters 1. Turn power of f to heater . 2. Remove factory jumper from terminal block. 3. W ire Pro Logic to the heater as shown. 4. Ensure toggle switch is in the ON position. 5. Set heater thermostats to maximum position. to l imi t s wit che s remov e jumper Fusi bl e Link whit e whi t e Hayward Heaters Refer to the instructions in the heate[...]
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Pentair/Purex/MiniMax 1. T urn power off to heater . 2. Remove factory installed jumper from the “Ext Switch” connector . 3. W ire the Pro Logic to the “Ext Switch” connector as shown below . 4. The wires to the Pro Logic must be separated from any line voltage wires. Failure to follow these instructions may cause erratic operation of the h[...]
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Pentair/Purex/MiniMax 1. T urn power off to heater . 2. Remove factory installed jumper from the “Ext Switch” connector . 3. W ire the Pro Logic to the “Ext Switch” connector as shown below . 4. The wires to the Pro Logic must be separated from any line voltage wires. Failure to follow these instructions may cause erratic operation of the h[...]
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Laars Heaters 1. Turn power of f to heater . 2. Remove factory jumper from terminal block. 3. W ire Pro Logic to the heater as shown. 4. Ensure toggle switch is in the ON position. 5. Set heater thermostats to maximum position. to l imi t s wit che s remov e jumper Fusi bl e Link whit e whi t e Hayward Heaters Refer to the instructions in the heate[...]
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Low V olt age Wiring V alve Actuators The Pro Logic can control up to three automatic valve actuators. T wo of the valve outputs are dedicated to the pool/ spa suction (V alve2) and return (V alve1) valves. V alve3 is for general purpose use (solar , water feature, in-floor cleaner , etc.). For installations with solar heating, Goldline of fers the[...]
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! W ARNING: Do not use the Pro Logic to control an automatic pool cover . Swimmers may become entrapped underneath the cover . T wo speed filter pump: Requires 2 relays (FIL TER plus one of the AUX relays) for proper operation of both speeds. ! IMPOR T ANT : Be sure to follow the wiring diagram below AND to configure the contr ol logic according to[...]
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General Purpose Outlet If desired, a duplex receptacle with weatherproof cover (supplied by installer) may be installed in the knockouts on the lower right side of the Pro Logic enclosure. Per code, the receptacle should be a GFCI type. Alternatively , connect a standard receptacle to a GFCB. Pro Logic Control Power The Pro Logic requires 120V AC, [...]
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4. Electrical Wiring The Pro Logic Control Center requires both high and low voltage connections. Low voltage connections will be made to actuators, sensors, remote keypad, etc. High voltage connections will be made to pumps, lights, etc., as well as providing direct input power to the Control Center . Always: -Ensure that Power is disconnected pri[...]
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T urbo Cell (choose proper model for your pool) The T urbo Cell (used for chlorine generation) should be plumbed AFTER the filter and heater . If installed on a pool/ spa combination system, the cell should be plumbed BEFORE the pool/spa return valve in order to allow proper chlorination of both the pool and the spa. Refer to plumbing diagram below[...]
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3. Plumbing Pool/Sp a system configuration These systems use a single filter pump and filter . Pool or spa operation is controlled by two 3-way valves (suction and return). Refer to the diagram below . Some important notes regarding the Pro Logic control of Standard Pool/Spa systems: In Pool/Spa Config., select: Po o l / S p a S e t up Po o l a n d[...]
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Wireless Remote Controls Note that the Pro Logic is compatible with AQL2 wireless remote controls only . A single AQL2-BASE-RF Base S tation must be installed on the Pro Logic in order to use any of the Goldline wireless remote controls. W ith the Base Station installed, there is no limit on the number of wireless remotes that can used. The maximum[...]
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Optional AQL-CHEM2 CO 2 Dispensing Kit The AQL-CHEM2 is a CO 2 dispensing device that connects directly to the Pro Logic. When used with an AQL- CHEM, the Pro Logic will sense the pool’ s pH level and automatically dispense the correct amount of CO 2 to control the pool’ s pH to the desired level. W iring and plumbing requirements for the AQL-C[...]
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2. Mounting the Equipment Pro Logic Control Center The Pro Logic 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[...]
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4 Super Chlorinate – if “Chlorinator” is enabled, this option allows the user to start a Super Chlorinate cycle when the Aux button is pressed, rather than using the Settings Menu. Note that only one button can be assigned to this function. Aux1 Relay This feature allows the user to select either “Standard” (default) or “Dimmer” type [...]
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Gall o n s a n d ( L i t e r s ) o f P o o l / S p a w a t e r 12,0 00 14 ,00 0 16,0 00 1 8 , 0 0 0 2 0 , 0 0 0 2 2 , 0 0 0 3 2 , 0 0 0 2 4 , 0 0 0 3 4 , 0 0 0 2 6 , 0 0 0 3 6 , 0 0 0 2 8 , 0 0 0 3 8 , 0 0 0 3 0 , 0 0 0 4 0 , 0 0 0 Current salt level (45000) (52,500 ) (60,000) ( 6 7 , 5 0 0 ) ( 7 5 , 0 0 0 ) ( 8 2 , 5 0 0 ) ( 1 2 0 , 0 0 0 ) ( 9 0 [...]
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4. Electrical W iring (page 10) Main service Grounding and bonding Circuit breakers Pro Logic control power High V oltage pool equipment Low voltage wiring (temperature sensors, flow switch, etc.) 2 29 ºC º F Ti Calcuim Hardne ss Ci To t a l Alkalinity Ai 53 60 66 76 84 94 103 12 16 19 24 29 34 39 .3 .4 .5 .6 .7 .8 .9 How to use: Measure pool p H[...]
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Introduction Before Y ou Begin What’s Included Before attempting to install the Pro Logic system, check that the following components have been included in the package: Pr o Logic Electr onics Unit (3) T emperature sensors with 15 ft. (5m) cable, hose clamp What’s NOT Included Some of the additional items that you may need to complete an instal[...]
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T able of Content s Introduction Before Y ou Begin................................................................... 1 Installation S teps.................................................................... 2 1. Preparing General W ater Chemistry ..................................................... 2 Pool/Sp a W ater Salt.........................[...]
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IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: • READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS • ! W ARNING: Disconnect all AC power during installation. • ! W ARNING: W ater in excess of 100 degrees Fahrenheit may be hazardous to your health. • ! W ARNING[...]
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Pro Logic Programming Flow Chart North Kingstown, RI 02852 USA 092337C Copyright © 2009 Goldline Controls www .goldlinecontrols.com Automation and Chlorination Inst allation Manual for model PL-P-4 LD C G LI N E ON T ROLS LD C G LI N E ON T ROLS denot es cond itiona l item s def ault m enu day a nd tim e wa ter temperat ure air t emperatur e chlor[...]