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HX Pool and Spa Heater  

 

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INTRODUCTION 

Congratulations on your purchase of a Hurlcon Pool and Spa Heater.  Proper installation and 
service of your new heating system and correct chemical maintenance of the water will ensure 
years of enjoyment.  The HX Series Heater is a compact lightweight and efficient gas fired pool 
and spa heater.  It is equipped with features that take advantage of new technology developed 
exclusively by Hurlcon. 
 
The Hurlcon Pool Heater can safely be connected to PVC pipe and has a built in balanced flue for 
outdoor installation.  It accepts high flow rates which help the heater run cooler, giving greater 
performance and long life.  In addition, the Hurlcon Pool Heater is equipped with electronic start 
up and an accurate electronic thermostat to ensure ease of use and accurate temperature control.  
The electronic display tells at a glance the operational status of the heater. 

 
 

NOTICE TO INSTALLERS 

This appliance must be installed by an authorized person. 
 
This appliance must be installed in accordance with the installation instructions, local gas fitting 
regulations, the AGA Installation Code AG 601 and any other relevant statutory authorities. 
 
Refer to data plate for details of gas type, gas consumption and burner pressure. 

 
 

SAFETY RULES 

1.

 

Spa or hot tub water temperature should never exceed 40

˚

C.   

2.

 

Drinking of alcoholic beverages before or during spa or hot tub use can cause drowsiness 
which could lead to unconsciousness and subsequently result in drowning. 

3.

 

Pregnant women beware! Soaking in water above 38

˚

C can cause foetal damage during the 

first three months of pregnancy. 

4.

 

Before entering the spa or hot tub, the user should check the water temperature with an 
accurate thermometer, spa or hot tub thermostats may err in regulating water temperatures by 
as much as 2

˚

C. 

5.

 

Persons with a medical history of heart disease, circulatory problems, diabetes or blood 
pressure problems should obtain their physician’s advice before using spas or hot tubs. 

6.

 

Persons taking medications which induce drowsiness, such as tranquillisers, antihistamines or 
anticoagulants, should not use spas or hot tubs. 

 
 
 

WARNING:

  Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off, turn off the manual gas 

control valve to the appliance.  Do not use this heater if any part has been under water. 

Summary of Contents for HX 120

Page 1: ...site www hurlcon com au Email service hurlcon com au Information and specifications subject to change without notice Victoria Ph 03 9765 9765 Fax 03 9764 9009 New South Wales Ph 02 9674 8544 Fax 02 96...

Page 2: ...nce Instructions 8 Energy saving Tips 8 Winter Operation 8 Installation Installation Instructions 9 Flow Rates 9 Water Connections 9 Plumbing Diagram 9 Heater Dimensions 10 Indoor Installation 10 Vent...

Page 3: ...nstructions local gas fitting regulations the AGA Installation Code AG 601 and any other relevant statutory authorities Refer to data plate for details of gas type gas consumption and burner pressure...

Page 4: ...ct pool or spa mode 7 Set thermostat to desired setting and the ON OFF switch to turn the heater ON 8 The heater will ignite in around 10 seconds 9 If the appliance will not operate follow instruction...

Page 5: ...cium hardness and temperature These measurements must be at the correct levels to maintain balanced water and effective sanitation of your pool Balanced water will help prevent corrosion of your heate...

Page 6: ...or two minutes after the set point has been reached If the time delay is activated the symbol L will be displayed This is part of normal operation The thermostat can be set to temperatures between 10...

Page 7: ...r greater than 0 C phone for at 0 C freeze conditions service F1 Thermostat reads greater Allow water to cool than 45 C turn heater off then on again F2 Mechanical Hi Limit greater Allow water to cool...

Page 8: ...8 C or lower This is accepted as a comfortable and healthy swimming temperature 3 Use an accurate thermometer 4 Set timeclock to start filtration and circulation system no earlier than daybreak The po...

Page 9: ...s are located on the right hand side of the heater Left hand connection models are available by special order The inlet and outlet are clearly marked Water connections require 40 mm PVC glue in plumbi...

Page 10: ...talling the heater indoors it is imperative that an adequate supply of fresh air is provided for combustion Failure to provide adequate ventilation voids all warranties and may be a danger to persons...

Page 11: ...l spa blowers in the same room as a gas heater This is potentially dangerous to spa users Do not store chemicals or fuel in the same room as the gas heater This may cause fire or explosion When instal...

Page 12: ...built in pressure regulator and pressure test point On starting the heater a manometer must be used and burner pressure checked against the heater data plate The gas valve regulator may need to be adj...

Page 13: ...isplay to indicate water flow 4 Set thermostat to ON and press the button repeatedly until set temperature is greater than water temperature Thermostat should now display 5 After a few seconds the bur...

Page 14: ...he nominal burner pressure listed below 7 To adjust gas valve regulator remove regulator adjustment cap and using a screwdriver turn plastic bush clockwise to increase anti clockwise to decrease burne...

Page 15: ...rner assembly and withdraw 8 Remove the four Phillips head screws securing the injector manifold to the burner tray 9 Remove burner injectors and replace with desired gas type injectors 10 Remove regu...

Page 16: ...played Refer to fault indication table HEATER SHORT CYCLING RAPID ON AND OFF OPERATION Possible cause Remedy Insufficient water flow Clean filter and pump strainer Defective wiring Repair or replace w...

Page 17: ...re Switch N O Hi Limit N C 45 Hi Limit N C 70 A N E Transformer Genus IV Thermostat Sensor 4 Pin Plug Ignitor Flame sensor Violet Brown Earth Post 6 Pin Plug Ignition Module Brown Green Yellow Orange...

Page 18: ...n and operating instructions The warranty shall not apply to any heaters or parts which have been subject to accident negligence alteration abuse or misuse Corrosion of the heat exchanger is caused by...

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