Rain Bird® Algae Control System™ (ACS)
• Owner’s Manual
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Introduction
Congratulations.
You have purchased an environmentally-safe algae control system . Your Rain Bird
®
device uses
state-of-the-art ultrasonic technology to kill algae without harming other aquatic life such as plants or fish . Please
read and follow all of the instructions in this manual .
If you have any questions concerning your Rain Bird device, call us at
520-741-6100
. Thank you.
Important Safety Information
read and follow all InstructIons
when usIng electrIcal products, basIc precautIon should always be practIced IncludIng the followIng:
1.
ReAD AND fOllOw All SAfeTy INSTRuCTIONS.
2.
Read and follow all instructions that are on the product or provided with the product .
3.
Do not use an extension cord .
4.
Reference the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, for the installation of wiring and clearances from power
and lighting conductors .
5
.
Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s) in accordance with all applicable
codes and standards, including fire-rate construction .
6.
Do not install power supply or use within 10 feet of a pool .
7.
Do not use in a bathroom .
8.
wARNINg
—Risk of Electric Shock . When used outdoors, install only to a covered Class A GFCI protected
receptacle that is weatherproof with the power unit connected to the receptacle . If one is not provided, con-
tact a qualified electrician for proper installation . Ensure that the power unit and cord do not interfere with
completely closing the receptacle cover .
9.
wARNINg
—Risk of Fire . Installation involves special wiring methods to run wiring through a building struc-
ture . Consult a qualified electrician .
10. wARNINg
—DO NOT operate device out of the water . This will result in the deforming of transducer head and
will void your warranty .
11. wARNINg
—To reduce the risk of injury, DO NOT allow children to play with this device or any of its parts .
12. wARNINg
—Locate the cord where it will not be damaged by lawn mowers, hedge clippers, propellers, and
other equipment . If electric power to the power supply has to run underground to a pond or lake, an armored
cable should be used for this supply and run in a conduit under the ground to minimize the risk of damage .
Always check with your local regulations .
13. wARNINg
—To reduce the risk of electric shock, replace damaged cords (leads) immediately . Use a qualified
electrician to replace the cords (leads) .
14. wARNINg
—Risk of Injury . May cause tissue damage . DO NOT place the transducer against your skin or body
while the device is operating .
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This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for power units .
