ECO-MATIC ESC 16, Operating Instructions Manual

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Installing the ‘CELL HOUSING’
Once the correct location for the ‘Cell’ has been established, the
‘Cell Housing’ must be installed into the plumbing at that selected
location. The clear plastic ‘Cell Housing’ is PVC compatible, so
use ordinary PVC solvent (glue) to attach the ‘Cell Housing’ to the
pipework. Remove the ‘Cell’ from the ‘Cell Housing’ before attempting
to install the ‘Cell Housing’.
IMPORTANT The ‘Cell Housing’ must be installed as follows:
* ‘Cell Housing’ must be installed in a HORIZONTAL position.
* Water flow should be in the direction indicated by the ARROW
on the clear plastic ‘Cell Housing’ (in the direction flowing away
from the ‘Cell’ head).
* The Inlet and outlet pipes must be pointing vertically DOWN, to
form an inverted ‘U’ configuration with the ‘Cell Housing’.
* The vertical inlet and outlet PVC piping must be a minimum of
6” in length (refer Sketches 3a, 3b)
* The ‘Cell Housing’ shall be free standing and not secured to any
rigid backing surface (such as a wall).
* Installation should allow easy removal of the cell from the
housing.
Water Flow: In most cases (for 1.5” and 2” PVC) the total water
flow can be directed through the ‘Cell Housing’ (as shown in Sketch 3a) without significantly effecting the flow rate and/
or backpressure on the filter etc. However, if flow rate is a concern (high horse-power pump, large diameter piping etc),
the ‘Cell’ can be installed on a by-pass (as shown in Sketch 3b). Note the need for a valve to ensure a good flow of water
through the by-pass.
Helpful HINT: When attaching the ‘Cell Housing’ into the pipework, attach the inlet and outlet pipes to the ‘Cell Housing’
FIRST – and then connect that assembly to the rest of the pipework (Refer Sketch #2). The inlet and outlet pipes should
be
pushed in, twisted, and held firmly in place until the PVC solvent holds. Note: While making these joints, hold the ‘Cell
Housing’ horizontally, with the inlet and outlet pointing down, so that the liquid PVC solvent does not run into the ‘Cell
Housing’ where it will look unsightly through the clear plastic.
Helpful HINT: Copper Pipes? Use PVC ‘Flow-Lock’ fittings (compression fittings) for easy connection of PVC to copper pipes.
Installing the ‘POWER PACK’
Location of the ‘Power Pack’: Select a location to mount the ‘Power Pack’ onto a wall or fence etc, as follows:
* The ‘Cell’ location should already have been selected (see above). The ‘Cell’ power cord must reach the ‘Cell’
(with sufficient slack to allow removal of the ‘Cell’ from the ‘Cell Housing’). Note: The ‘Cell’ cord can be extended if
absolutely necessary, but you must first contact your ECO-matic Dealer for important instructions.
* For cord-connected units, locate the ‘Power Pack’ so its cord is within reach of the point where it is to be connected
to mains power (eg: pool Timer).
* The ‘Power Pack’ is weather-proof so can be located outdoors.
* It is important to ensure that ‘Power Pack’ be located in a well ventilated area – and that air can circulate between
the back of the ‘Power Pack’ and the surface onto which it is mounted (stand-offs on back of ‘Power Pack’ provide
ventilation for wall-mounted units).
Once a suitable location for the ‘Power Pack’ has been selected, use 2 - #8 screws to attach ‘Power Pack’ to a wall, fence
or post etc (using wall plugs if necessary).
See actual size template on back page for mounting screw position.