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2021-6104 
2022-03-02 

 

 

 

JANDY TRUCLEAR™XL 

 

CHLORINE GENERATOR 

 

CONTROLS BACTERIA AND ALGAE 

In 

Swimming Pool (Spa) Waters 

 

DOMESTIC  

 

A maximum of 170,000 L of water can be treated with one Jandy TruClearXL unit. 

Maximum output of hypochlorous acid equivalent to 0.80 kg of free available chlorine per day 

 

For swimming pools, a range of 1-3 ppm of free available chlorine must be maintained. 

AND 

For spas, a range of 3-5 ppm of free available chlorine must be maintained. 

 

READ THE LABEL AND OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE USING 

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 

REGISTRATION NO. 33640 

PEST CONTROL PRODUCT ACT

 

 

WARNING: operating Jandy TruClearXL without water flow through the cell can cause a buildup of 

flammable gases which can result in FIRE OR EXPLOSION. 

 
 

Zodiac Pool Systems LLC 

2882 Whiptail Loop East #100 

Carlsbad, CA 92010, USA 

 

Zodiac Pool Systems Canada, Inc. 

2-3365 Mainway 

Burlington, ON L7M 1A6, Canada 

 
 

Summary of Contents for JANDY TRUCLEAR XL

Page 1: ...e available chlorine must be maintained AND For spas a range of 3 5 ppm of free available chlorine must be maintained READ THE LABEL AND OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE USING KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN REGISTRATION NO 33640 PEST CONTROL PRODUCT ACT WARNING operating Jandy TruClearXL without water flow through the cell can cause a buildup of flammable gases which can result in FIRE OR EXPLOSION Zodiac P...

Page 2: ...is cell must only be used on this model of chlorine generating device READ THE LABEL THE INSTALLATION MANUAL AND OPERATION MANUAL OF THE CHLORINE GENERATING DEVICE JANDY TRUCLEARXL BEFORE USING Zodiac Pool Systems LLC 2882 Whiptail Loop East 100 Carlsbad CA 92010 USA Zodiac Pool Systems Canada Inc 2 3365 Mainway Burlington ON L7M 1A6 Canada ...

Page 3: ...e chlorine must be maintained AND For spas a range of 3 5 ppm of free available chlorine must be maintained READ THE LABEL AND OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE USING KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN REGISTRATION NO 33640 PEST CONTROL PRODUCT ACT WARNING operating Jandy TruClearXL without water flow through the cell can cause a buildup of flammable gases which can result in FIRE OR EXPLOSION Zodiac Pool System...

Page 4: ... and instructions may result in property damage personal injury or death Improper installation and or operation will void the warranty Improper installation and or operation can create unwanted electrical hazard which can cause serious injury property damage or death ATTENTION INSTALLER This manual contains important information about the installation operation and safe use of this product This in...

Page 5: ... 5 2 Determining Pool Size Gallons 5 3 Chemistry You Need to Know 5 4 Optimum Pool Water Conditions 5 5 Collecting a Water Sample 5 6 Salt NaCl Sodium Chloride When to Add Salt What Type of Salt to Use How Much Salt to Use How to Add Salt to the Pool Section 6 Operating Instructions 6 1 Turning Power Pack On Off Manually 6 2 Turning Power Pack On Off Using the Pump s External Timer 6 3 Chlorine Ou...

Page 6: ...ice agent or electrician When installing and using this electrical equipment always follow basic safety precautions Before performing installation disconnect all power Connect to a circuit that is protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI Do not install within an outer enclosure or beneath the skirt of a hot tub or spa Do not use this device with bromide products WARNING Installation mu...

Page 7: ...ith the pool pump motor power source to ensure that the chlorinator only operates when the pool pump is operating The flow sensor feature of the Jandy TruClearXL is intended to be used as a backup only and should not be used as the sole source of flow detection ...

Page 8: ...rown WARNING Prolonged immersion in hot water may induce hyperthermia Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above the normal body temperature of 37 C 98 6 F The symptoms of hyperthermia include dizziness fainting drowsiness lethargy and an increase in the internal temperature of the body The effects of hyperthermia include Unawareness of impe...

Page 9: ... spa water e g acids chlorine salt stabilizers etc Zodiac Pool Systems LLC does not warrant or guarantee that the chlorinated water generated by the Jandy TruClearXL chlorine generating device will not damage or destroy certain types of plants decking coping and other materials in and around your pool and or spa Before selecting materials to be used in and around your pool and or spa please discus...

Page 10: ...chlorinator BE SURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Remove cell and install Pressurizing Installation and Winterizing Cap P N R0621900 before testing Check all clamps bolts lids lock rings and system accessories to ensure they are properly installed and secured before testing RELEASE ALL AIR in the system before testing AIR PRESSURE must NOT be used for pressure testing Water pres...

Page 11: ...e place for future reference 2 1 Power Center Compatibility The Jandy TruClearXL chlorine generating cell can only function with the Jandy TruClearXL Smart Power Pack The Power Pack can be connected to any Jandy automation system using RS 485 2 2 Package Contents Before starting check that you have the correct parts as indicated below If any parts are missing or incorrect please call your local di...

Page 12: ...ality materials and world class processes to manufacture our products Promise that your equipment will arrive completely tested in pool environments inspected and quality assured for reliability and durability We stand by our promise Our promise is backed by dedicated support and our written express product warranty For technical assistance please call 1 800 822 7933 What you say matters Tell us w...

Page 13: ...TE If the flow direction of the water does not match the arrows on the housing the cell will malfunction 3 Let the system dry per instructions provided by the cement manufacturer 4 When the cement is dry install the cell using the unions Confirm that the flow indication arrows on the transparent lid correspond with the flow direction of the water in the plumbing system 5 Start the system and check...

Page 14: ...t use the power pack as the common bonding point Each piece of non related pool equipment requiring a ground should also be bonded to the common approved bonding point There should be one bonding connection to the power pack In Canada the Canadian Electrical Code CEC dictates that the bonding conductor be minimum 13 3 mm2 6 AWG 4 2 Split Return Plumbing Instructions For Infloor Cleaning Systems If...

Page 15: ...Nitrates can cause extremely high chlorine demands and will deplete chlorine from your swimming pool In some cases nitrates may even lower your chlorine levels to zero Your local pool professional can test for nitrates Make sure nitrates are not present in your pool Metals some metals can cause loss of chlorine and stain your pool Have your local pool professional check for metals and recommend me...

Page 16: ...s TDS play a role in the calculation of the final saturation rating 5 3 1 NOTE On initial startup of a pool it is best to shock using an alternate source i e use a shock treatment available at your local pool supplier Saturation Index pH AF CF TF 12 1 A Factor AF C Factor CF T Factor TF Total Alkalinity Calci um Hardness Temperature A Factor C Factor T Factor PPM Factor Value PPM Factor Value F Fa...

Page 17: ...least 99 8 pure NaCl The salt is an evaporated granulated food quality non iodized salt Consult your pool store Avoid using salt with anti caking agents sodium ferrocyanide also known as YPS or yellow prussiate of soda that could cause some discoloration of fittings and surface finishes in pool Water conditioning salt pellets are compressed forms of evaporated salt and may be used but will take lo...

Page 18: ...lt as it is easier to add more if needed than it is to dilute if there is too much salt 5 Disperse salt into pool Do not add through skimmer main drain or surge tank Brush the salt around the pool to facilitate dissolving Circulate filter system for 24 hours to ensure even distribution 6 After 48 72 hours verify correct salt reading by testing the water salinity level using test strips electronic ...

Page 19: ...2 kg 313 lbs 170 kg 376 lbs 199 kg 438 lbs 1750 47 kg 104 lbs 71 kg 156 lbs 95 kg 209 lbs 118 kg 261 lbs 142 kg 313 lbs 166 kg 365 lbs 2000 38 kg 83 lbs 57 kg 125 lbs 76 kg 167 lbs 95 kg 209 lbs 114 kg 250 lbs 132 kg 292 lbs 2250 28 kg 63 lbs 43 kg 94 lbs 57 kg 125 lbs 71 kg 156 lbs 85 kg 188 lbs 99 kg 219 lbs 2500 19 kg 42 lbs 28 kg 63 lbs 38 kg 83 lbs 47 kg 104 lbs 57 kg 125 lbs 66 kg 146 lbs 27...

Page 20: ...vels to protect the chlorine from the UV rays of the sun NOTE The unit only runs while your pump is running More pump runtime will result with more chlorine in the water With all the variables mentioned above it may take you a couple weeks to find the right production rate for your pool To adjust the output level follow these steps 1 Turn the power pack on bypressing the on off button 2 Press the ...

Page 21: ...needs to be cleaned See Section 6 3 for instructions NOTE Excessive cleaning can shorten the life of your cell 2 Salt Level Test Use salinity test strips a TDS salinity meter or another reliable method to test the salinity of the pool water Once the existing salinity has been established use Table 1 to determine the amount of salt to add to reach the desired level Be conservative when adding salt ...

Page 22: ...in either of these devices until the water temperature increases Doing this will lengthen the cell life and provide better performance when water conditions are more optimal 7 A foaming action will begin which is caused by scale calcium carbonate being dissolved from the plates If foaming action does not begin the cell does not need to be cleaned STOP THE CLEANING PROCESS go to the step 10 Otherwi...

Page 23: ...tput level Red Low Salt PIB has detected a low salt condition Off Check Salt Green High Salt Salt level is above XXXX On N A Red Short When the system is running within a valid chlorination window and detects a cell short circuit or overload conductivity problem High salt Off Check Salt and Inspect Cell Red Not Level Cell is not level 5 degrees out of alignment Off Check Cell Orientation Red Low T...

Page 24: ...t level Red Not Authentic Off Faulty Cell Green Cell Reversing Time when cell reverses charge on plates Off Cell Reversing output level 8 2 Problems and Corrective Action Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Low or no chlorine Low stabilizer cyanuric acid level in pool water for outdoor pools only Add stabilizer to maintain 30 50 ppm Follow your pool professional s recommendations and check al...

Page 25: ... 3 Chlorine level too high above 7 0 PPM Chlorine output percentage set too high Decrease chlorine production rate by pressing the Output button see Section 6 3 Power pack and cell turned on too long If chlorine output is set at the lowest setting and it consistently provides excessive chlorine levels decrease operation time as much as necessary No display on LCD screen is blank No power to unit C...

Page 26: ...ns that organic waste is being removed from the water into the air Strong odors are a part of this process If these odors persist longer than 12 hours take a water sample to your local pool dealer Manually shock the pool see Section 5 3 Cloudy water slimy walls of pool Combined algae and bacteria growth Brush down the affected walls and then manually shock the pool see Section 5 3 Eye and or skin ...

Page 27: ...ounting bracket as a guide to mark the mounting surface 3 Drill the mounting surface and install expansion anchors as needed for the upper bracket 4 Rotate the mounting brackets 180º and install on the power center 5 Hang the power pack from the top bracket 6 Mark the mounting surface for the installation of the lower screws 7 Remove the power pack from the mounting surface 8 Drill the mounting su...

Page 28: ...evel If the output level is 90 and tested water shows insufficient chlorine residual you may need to shock the pool or add Cyanuric Acid CYA to protect against UV degradation More pump runtime will result in more chlorine in the water It may take several adjustments over several days to find the right production rate for your application When connected to an automation system via RS485 full contro...

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