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TROUBLE SHOOTING

It is always a good idea to revisit the user manual to make sure installation or maintenance steps were not over-

looked before referring to the trouble shooting section.

Problem

Possible Causes

Corrective Action

Consistently Low 

Chlorine

Power level too low

Increase the power level

Plates need cleaning

Soak the unit in Vinegar for 30 minutes

Low salt level

Adjust the salt level as necessary - use test strips

Large bather load

Additional chlorine or shock may be needed

Just doesn’t keep up

Remove organic material, such as leaves, etc.
Clean the filter
Remove Phosphates

Shock the water

Consistently High 

Chlorine

Power level too high

Lower the power level

No Chlorine (Solid 

RED 

GREEN

 

Lights)

Salt level may be too high 

and engaged the automat-

ic shut down feature.

Dilute the spa water by draining some of the spa water and 

refilling with fresh water.

Plates Are Dirty  

With White Or 

Scale Build Up

Hard water, high calcium 

and minerals in water.

Soak the cell in vinegar or diluted acid for 30 minutes.  Re

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duce calcium level in water.

BOOST MODE

Boost Mode is designed to replenish chlorine that was just used during the last spa use.  Activating Boost Mode will 

take ChlorMaker IL out of regular production mode or standby mode and re-start the production of chlorine accord

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ing to the following table.  To activate Boost Mode simply press the Boost Mode Button.  The Salt Light will begin 

flashing indicating that ChlorMaker IL is engaged in Boost Mode.

Power 

Level

Normal Time

(Minutes)

Boost Mode Time

(Minutes)

1

2

8

2

7.5

30

3

15

60

4

30

120

5

45

180

6

60

180

7

90

180

8

120

180

9

150

180

10

180

180

Summary of Contents for ChlorMaker IL

Page 1: ...ControlOMatic Inc 12659 Arbor Lane Grass Valley CA 95949 www ControlOMatic com Support ControlOMatic com 530 205 4520 Manual Version 2 1 14 Made in the USA ChlorMaker IL TM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...

Page 2: ...otected VAC power source only WARNING Protect the power supply and outlet from exposure to the elements including direct sun rain snow condensation etc WARNING DO NOT use with extension cord Injury ma...

Page 3: ...er chemistry for portable spas PARAMETER RECOMMENDED LEVEL Free Chlorine 3 0 to 5 0 PPM PH Balance 7 2 to 7 6 Total Alkalinity 80 to 120 PPM Calcium Hardness 300 to 400 PPM It is recommended that chlo...

Page 4: ...he volume of water in gallons or liters by checking the spa owner s manual or use any internet volume calculator 99 Pure Sodium Chloride NaCl Coarse Grain Example For a 350 Gallon Spa Divide 350 Gal b...

Page 5: ...control panel to the power source The black cable clips can be used to secure the cable in place IMPORTANT Make sure the power source is GFI Protected and is protected by a weather protec tive cover S...

Page 6: ...ure below Use the supplied screws to securely fasten the bottom section of the control panel to the skirting 6 Fasten Top Cover of Control Panel Make sure the black rubber gasket is secured in the gro...

Page 7: ...agram below Item A Cell Orientation The cell must be mounted relatively vertical to prevent chlorine gas from being trapped in the cell 9 Connect Tubing To Cell Cut the existing tube and reconnect the...

Page 8: ...is important to re set the power level down several levels If usage significantly increases return from vacation etc it is important to adjust the power level up accordingly Always retest and adjust t...

Page 9: ...ghts Salt level may be too high and engaged the automat ic shut down feature Dilute the spa water by draining some of the spa water and refilling with fresh water Plates Are Dirty With White Or Scale...

Page 10: ...Hex Nut at top of cell housing counter clockwise with a large wrench as shown in picture below The cell plates will turn with the Hex Nut Loosen the Hex Nut to a point that can be turned by hand Loos...

Page 11: ...ct or to explain the usage of the system to the buyer repairs necessitated by use other than normal home use damage resulting from misuse unintended use unforeseen use non pool or spa use abuse accide...

Page 12: ...prod uct Or register your product on line at www ControlOMatic com First Name Last Name Address City State Province Postal Code Phone E Mail Please copy this section and forward a copy to ControlOMat...

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