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The Aqua Connect Home Network (ACHN) is a communications gateway that allows
a Hayward pool controller to connect to a home network and, if desired, the Internet.
HOME NETWORK:
Any home PC connected through the same router as the ACHN
can become a pool control terminal. This is accessible via any web browser and does not
require special software to be installed on the PC. This is known as “local server”
functionality.
INTERNET:
If the home has a full time (24/7) Internet connection, then the ACHN will
communicate with the Aqua Connect website. Via an active login account on the Aqua
Connect website, the homeowner is able to monitor and control their pool from any
Internet enabled computer, anywhere. This is known as “web client” functionality.
Installation
Before attempting to install the ACHN, verify compatibility with your system.
Compatibility
The ACHN is compatible with all Pro Logic and Aqua Plus controls operating with
software revision r4.20 or higher and Aqua Rite Pro controls operating with software
revision r1.20 or higher. To verify software revision, perform the following:
Pro Logic
- Press the MENU button (possibly multiple times) until “Diagnostic Menu“
is displayed. Press the ">" or "<" keys (possibly multiple times) until the main software
revision level is displayed (the revision should be 4.20 or higher).
Aqua Rite Pro -
Press the INFO button and then press the ">" or "<" keys (possibly
multiple times) until the main software revision level is displayed (the revision should be
1.20 or higher).
Installation Requirements
Pool Controller
To communicate with the ACHN, an AQL2-BASE-RF Wireless Base Station must be
connected to the Pro Logic or Aqua Rite Pro. The older AQL-BASE-RF is not supported
and cannot be used.
Home Network
NOTE: The ACHN must never be installed outdoors or in a damp or wet environment.
The ACHN connects directly to the home network's router. The router must have DHCP
enabled and an available ethernet port for the ACHN. A 5ft long CAT5e network cable
is provided or a longer equivalent cable can be used. If using a wireless router, the
ACHN must be located at least 2ft away to prevent interference. Determine the best
location that allows for a hardwire connection to the router and minimizes the obstruc-
tions between the ACHN and the pool control's AQL2-BASE-RF.
LIMITED WARRANTY (effective 04/01/09)
Hayward/Goldline warrants its Pro Logic and
E-Command pool automation products as well as its Aqua Rite, Aqua Rite Pro, Aqua Plus and
SwimPure chlorination products to be free of defects in materials and workmanship, under
normal use and service, for a period of three (3) years. Hayward/Goldline also warrants its
Aqua Trol chlorination products to be free of defects in materials and workmanship, under
normal use and service for a period of one (1) year. These warranties are applicable from the
initial date of installation on private residential swimming pools in the US and Canada.
Hayward/Goldline warrants all the above-identified pool automation and chlorination prod-
ucts installed on commercial swimming pools and on swimming pools outside of the US and
Canada for a period of one (1) year. Likewise, Hayward/Goldline warrants all accessories
and replacement parts for the above-identified pool automation and chlorination products for
a period of one (1) year. Each of these warranties is not transferable and applies only to the
original owner.
Proof of purchase is required for warranty service. If written proof of purchase is not
provided, the manufacturing date code will be the sole determinant of the date of installation
of the product. To obtain warranty service or repair, please contact the place of purchase or
the nearest Hayward/Goldline authorized warranty service center. For more information on
authorized service centers please contact the Hayward/Goldline Technical Service Support
Center (61 Whitecap Road, North Kingstown RI, 02852) or visit the Goldline web site at
www.goldlinecontrols.com or the Hayward website at www.haywardnet.com.
WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS
:
1. Material supplied or workmanship performed by others in process of installation.
2. Damage resulting from improper installation including installation on pools larger than the
product rating.
3. Problems resulting from failure to install, operate or maintain the product(s) in accordance
with the recommendations contained in the owners manual(s).
4. Problems resulting from failure to maintain pool water chemistry in accordance with the
recommendations in the owners manual(s).
5. Problems resulting from tampering, accident, abuse, negligence, unauthorized repairs or
alternations, fire, flood, lightning, freezing, external water, degradation of natural stone used in
or immediately adjacent to a pool or spa, war or acts of God.
DISCLAIMER. THE EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTIES ABOVE CONSTITUTE THE
ENTIRE WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE ABOVE-IDENTIFIED HAYWARD/
GOLDLINE POOL AUTOMATION AND CHLORINATION PRODUCTS AND IS IN
LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WAR-
RANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
THESE WARRANTIES GIVE YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO
HAVE OTHER RIGHTS OF EQUIPMENT, LOST PROFITS OR REVENUE, COSTS
OF RENTING REPLACEMENTS, AND OTHER ADDITIONAL EXPENSES, EVEN IF
THE SELLER HAD BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF LIMITATION OF INCI-
DENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR
EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
NO WHOLESALER, AGENT, DEALER, CONTRACTOR OR OTHER PERSON IS
AUTHORIZED TO PROVIDE, SUPPLEMENT OR MODIFY ANY WARRANTY ON
BEHALF OF HAYWARD/GOLDLINE.
THESE WARRANTIES ARE VOID IF THE PRODUCT HAS BEEN ALTERED IN ANY
WAY AFTER LEAVING THE FACTORY. FOR THE ABOVE-IDENTIFIED CHLORI-
NATION PRODUCTS, THESE WARRANTIES ALSO ARE VOID IF, DURING THE
WARRANTY PERIOD, YOU USE A REPLACEMENT CHLORINATOR CELL OTHER
THAN AN UNMODIFIED, NEW HAYWARD/GOLDLINE CHLORINATOR CELL PUR-
CHASED FROM HAYWARD/GOLDLINE. IF A WARRANTY BECOMES VOID, YOU
STILL MAY PURCHASE SERVICE AND/OR TELEPHONE TECHNICAL SUPPORT
AT THE THEN CURRENT TIME AND MATERIAL RATES.
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