Compu Pool E-Series Manual
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8.4
Plumbing
8.4.1
The chlorinator must be plumbed downstream from the filtration plant. Any heating
equipment should be installed into an adjacent bypass line to the Cell Module. This
will result in the Cell Module not being exposed to water from the heater, and the
heater not being exposed to water from the Cell.
8.4.2
A branch line needs to be taken from the main filtration return line and diverted
through the Chlorinator to create a bypass installation. This must be done in the
manner shown in the plumbing diagram in the following section (Figure 1). Installing
the Chlorinator in this manner avoids excessive pressure on the Chlorinator and
filtration system. Additionally the Chlorinator can be isolated from the main flow
return line to enable uninterrupted filtration.
8.4.3
The bypass installation must be made from 3" (80mm) or 2" (50mm) PVC pipe. The
Inlet and Outlet spigots on the Cell Module take a 3" (80mm) fitting, if a 2" (50mm)
installation is desired then a reducer will need to be used.
8.4.4
The flow sensor must be installed in the bypass line before the Chlorinator as
shown in the plumbing diagram (Figure 1). Chlorine production will only occur when
the flow sensor detects sufficient water flow, thus protecting the electrolytic cells.
The flow sensor and the flow sensor 3" (80mm) plumbing fitting are shipped inside
of the Electronics Module. To remove the sensor and plumbing fitting take off one
of the Electronics Module access panels. Ensure that there is no power connected
when this is done.
8.4.5
The M1 Valve (inlet) and M2 Valve (outlet) are used to allow the flow of water
through the Chlorinator.
8.4.6
The M3 Valve can be used to direct a portion of the main line flow though the
Chlorinator line. In most installation scenarios this valve can be left fully open.
8.4.7
Once the plumbing is completed the bypass line valves should be slowly opened to
check for proper hydraulic sealing. Ensure that the Cell Collar is tightly assembled
to the Cell Housing prior to this.
8.4.8
The E-Series Chlorinator has been designed to operate with a maximum working
pressure of 40Psi (275kPa). Damage to the Cell Module may occur if the working
pressure exceeds this limit.
