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PL4/PSL4 Control Systems User’s Guide
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IMPORTANT WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLERS, POOL OPERATORS AND POOL OWNERS MUST READ THESE WARNINGS AND ALL
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. This Guide provides installation and operation instructions
for the product. Consult Pentair Water Pool and Spa Inc. (“Pentair”) with any questions regarding this prod-
uct. This product is intended for use in swimming pool applications only.
Most states and local codes regulate the construction, installation, and operation of public pools and spas, and the
construction of residential pools and spas. It is important to comply with these codes, many of which directly regulate
the installation and use of this product. Consult your local building and health codes for more information.
Attention User:
This Guide contains important information that will help you in operating and maintaining this product. Please retain it for
future reference.
Before installing this product, read and follow all safety warning notices and instructions which are included. Failure to follow safety warnings
and instructions can result in severe injury, death, or property damage. Call (800) 831-7133 for additional free copies of these instructions.
IMPORTANT NOTICE - Attention Installer: This Installation Guide (“Guide”) contains
important information about the installation, operation and safe use of this product. This Guide should be
given to the owner and/or operator of this equipment.
Two Speed Pump Controls Notice (Title 20 Compliance) Please read the following important Safety
Instructions (See page 47 for pump speed setup) When using two-speed pumps manufactured on or
after January 1, 2008, the pump’s default circulation speed MUST be set to the LOWEST SPEED, with a
high speed override capability being for a temporary period not to exceed one normal cycle, or two hours,
whichever is less.
To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely
supervised at all times.
Control System is intended to control heaters with built-in high limit circuits ONLy. Failure to do so
may cause property damage or personal injury.
Do not use this product to control an automatic pool cover. Swimmers may become entrapped
underneath the cover.
Except for listed spa-side remote controls, install a minimum of five (5) feet (1.52 m) from the inside
wall of the pool and spa.
Water temperature in excess of 100° F (37.7° C) may be hazardous to your health. Prolonged
immersion in hot water may induce hyperthermia. Hyperthermia occurs when the internal
temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above normal body temperature of 98.6°
F (37° C.). Effects of hyperthermia include: (1) Unawareness of impending danger. (2) Failure to
perceive heat. (3) Failure to recognize the need to leave the spa. (4) Physical inability to exit the spa.
(5) Fetal damage in pregnant women. (6) Unconsciousness resulting in danger of drowning. The use
of alcohol, drugs, or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia in hot tubs and
A pool or spa pump must be installed by a qualified pool and spa service professional in accordance
with the National Electrical Code and all applicable local codes and ordinances. Improper installation
may create an electrical hazard which could result in death or serious injury to pool users, installers,
or others due to electrical shock, and may also cause damage to property.
The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyperthermia in hot tubs
and spas. This product is intended to control heaters with built-in high limit circuits ONLy. Failure to
do so may cause property damage or personal injury.
