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POWER THE PCS3

The final step in the installation is supplying power to the SolarAttic Pool Heater.  The PCS3 is supplied
with a power cord that plugs into any standard 120 vac electrical outlet.  In the simplest installation, an
outlet is wired to a manual switch and power is turned on as desired.  The PCS3, however, is capable of
cooling as well as heating.  Operating the system manually will not optimize the heat for the pool and its
resultant cooling for the home.  If, for example, the manual system is turned on when the pool is 
actually warmer than the attic, the attic will be warmed and the pool will be cooled.  Therefore, 
automation with the Goldline GL235 or other solar controller is highly recommended.

Following the use of a simple manual on/off switch is the use of an attic temperature switch wired in se-
ries with the PCS3 power and set to power the unit when the attic only reaches a set temperature.  This
produces semi-automated operation.  However, the heat extraction process will still not be optimized.

To optimize heat extraction requires full automation.  This can be achieved with a variety of optional 
solar control systems.  Wiring diagrams for the Goldline GL235 solar control are illustrated in this man-
ual as an example. The Goldline GL235 is a simple solar control that does not require programming and
is the only solar control supported by SolarAttic’s technical staff.

Page 10 shows the “INTERNAL ELECTRICAL WIRING” diagram and it is presented here for refer-
ence purposes.  Please note the location of the motor starting capacitor.  If the motor fails to start, it
might be a thermal overload or the starting capacitor.  However, failure of the capacitor is rare.

Page 11 shows the “AUTOMATION FLOAT WIRING DIAGRAM” and how to wire the optional in-
ternal float switch in SERIES with the attic (solar) 10K ohm temperature sensor.  Note: Place the attic
sensor above the PCS3, out of the air flow and at the apex or peak of the attic.  The discharge air of the
PCS3 can cool the temperature sensor down causing erratic cycling on & off of the unit.  Therefore do
not locate the attic sensor where it can be influenced by the discharged cooler airflow of the PCS3. 

Page 12-13 shows the “GOLDLINE GL235 CONTROL and INTERNAL CIRCUIT BOARD” and how
to connect the sensors and plugs inside the GL235 controller. 

Important Notes

: It may be necessary to

remove the top circuit board of the GL235 in order to wire the temperature sensors or to access the
jumper options as shown on the upper right graphic of page 12. Page 13 shows the board installed. 

Do

not wire 220vac power to the GL235 terminals used for 110vac. It will destroy the GL235.

Page 14 shows the “AUTOMATION WIRING DIAGRAM.”  This diagram shows the full automation 
wiring using the GL235 or a similar solar pool heater controller.  Optional wiring diagrams are available
on SolarAttic’s web site and include: 1) How to use an auxiliary relay to slave the pump [or other equip-
ment] to the GL235 and ensure that water and air flow in the attic unit are syncronized; 2) How to use a
timer to enforce a minimal amount of filtration time during inclement weather when the sun does not
shine.  

Important Note: 

Heat transfer cannot occur unless both air flow and water flow are present at

the PCS3 at the same time. This is usually the problem when a system initially appears not to work. The
attic should feel “cooler” once the PCS3 has operated 20 minutes. If not, water and air are out of sync.

Note: The additional wiring diagrams and wiring options, including how to slave other equipment like
the pump to the GL235 control may be found at http://www.solarattic.com/wiring.html.

Page 15 shows the “GOLDLINE GL235 WIRING OPTION FOR 220VAC TIMERS.”

Use the above pages and the Automation instructions you received with your optional solar controller to
complete the wiring of the SolarAttic Pool Heater PCS3.

YOUR INSTALLATION SHOULD NOW BE COMPLETED.

Содержание PCS3

Страница 1: ...Installation and Operating Instructions SolarAttic Solar Pool Heater Pool Convection System Three U S Patents 5 014 770 5 452 710 5 746 653 SolarAttic Model PCS3...

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Страница 3: ...m 6 7 Basic Plumbing Diagram 8 Power The PCS3 9 Internal Wiring Diagram 10 Float Wiring Diagram 11 Goldline GL235 Solar Control 12 Goldline GL235 Circuit Board 13 Automation Wiring Diagram 14 Goldline...

Страница 4: ...tion strikes the roof and reaches the attic through a process called conduction The SolarAttic pool heater is physically located inside the attic and then transfers this solar radiation from the attic...

Страница 5: ...wered from the actual attic peak heat transfer performance can be dramatically reduced 7 The pool water sensor can be influenced by the sun and rain Shelter the pool water sensor as much as is possibl...

Страница 6: ...VERED BY THE MANUFACTURERS WARRANTY ASSEMBLE THE VALVES AND PIPES BEFORE ACTUAL WELDING TO MAKE SURE THE JOINTS FIT PROPERLY THIS INSURES YOUR PARTS ARE READY FOR PERMANENT CEMENTING PLUMBING CAUTION...

Страница 7: ...BLE AND DOES NOT SMELL OF CHLORINE YOU HAVE THE RIGHT POOL CHEMISTRY CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL POOL CHEMICAL DEALER IF YOUR POOL DOES NOT HAVE THESE ATTRIBUTES BUILDING CODE CAUTION INSTALL ALL EQUIPMENT...

Страница 8: ...mating pvc female fittings to the copper pipe threads we recommend using silicone sealant and allowing the joints to properly cure for 24 hours before placing them into use Do not use teflon tape Loca...

Страница 9: ...ort systems located far away from the attic can be relocated closer by extending the pool s support piping Extremely long pipe runs may require added horsepower from the pool s pump If your pump is in...

Страница 10: ...I I I IN N N N R R R RE E E ET T T TU U U UR R R RN N N N L L L LI I I IN N N NE E E ES S S S PUMP S S S ST T T TR R R RA A A AI I I IN N N NE E E ER R R R I I I IN N N NT T T TA A A AK K K KE E E E P...

Страница 11: ...Note Place the attic sensor above the PCS3 out of the air flow and at the apex or peak of the attic The discharge air of the PCS3 can cool the temperature sensor down causing erratic cycling on off of...

Страница 12: ...on this speed If the blower just hums this motor starting capacitor will have to be replaced Turn the power off remove the electrical cover panel and replace the capacitor Ensure the new capacitor is...

Страница 13: ...pret the open circuit as a cold attic and shut down the PCS3 An open float also results in a flashing check sensor red light on the Goldline GL235 solar control The PCS3 must operate in the AUTO mode...

Страница 14: ...Goldline GL235 Solar Control 12...

Страница 15: ...Goldline GL235 Circuit Board 13...

Страница 16: ...2 No connection 3 115 vac Hot Side from timer black 4 115 vac Neutral from timer white 5 115 vac Hot Side from timer to GL 235 Relay black 6 115 vac Hot Side from Relay to SolarAtttic Outlet black Ne...

Страница 17: ...15 Goldline Wiring Option 220 VAC...

Страница 18: ...llations maximum heat extraction is limited by human intervention or semi automated devices like switches or timers However heat extraction can be easily maximized and automated by way of an optional...

Страница 19: ...need to be changed Note This is also a very rare occurrence 6 Some evidence of a small amount of condensate will be present in the form of a water stain in the interior of the PCS3 base pan This is n...

Страница 20: ...amount of residual water that is trapped within the bottom of the coil The non toxic RV antifreeze available at local hardware stores dilutes any residual water and prevents winter freeze damage Winte...

Страница 21: ...ssibility of a period of one or more days when temperatures below freezing are occurring or being forecasted by prevailing weather OR you may be simply late in getting around to winterizing your pool...

Страница 22: ...e entire assembly can also be completely dismantled using only a few tools a a portable drill or electric drill b a 5 16 hex head bit c a No 2 phillips screwdriver or drill bit and d two 1 2 socket or...

Страница 23: ...e 6 Internal PCS3 blower motor thermal cutoff Wait 15 minutes for it to cool off then retry 7 Defective PCS3 power cord or plug 8 Defective Motor starting capacitor 9 Defective Motor 10 Defective Sola...

Страница 24: ...rnal limit switch needs adjusting 2 Internal cam needs adjusting 3 Internal mechanical stop needs adjusting 4 Defective valve operator Replace TEST Reverse the VOR Switch Turn it from ON1 to the ON2 p...

Страница 25: ...disconnected sensor wires 1 Poor solar weather No Sunshine 2 Pump Timer out of sync with solar energy collection time causing pool to cool too much time 3 Water flow valves to PCS3 are shut off or re...

Страница 26: ...waterfall It masks performance of PCS3 or offsets the heat gains of the PCS3 Waterfalls on a pool can have a dramatic cooling effect on pool temperature 1 Pool water temperature sensor exposed to coo...

Страница 27: ...size of the filter pump 3 Slave the filter pump to the GL235 power relay us ing an external relay as shown online and also use a minimum runtime timer This will ensure that only the minimum filtration...

Страница 28: ...nd the products they manufacture receive regular ETL safety reviews during each year to maintain product safety certifications When you buy the PCS3 you can have full confidence that the SolarAttic pr...

Страница 29: ...Single Speed Noise 62 db A weighted 67 db C weighted 10 feet Plumbing Connections 2 Male Pipe Threads Pressure Drop 4 6 PSI typical Air Flow Rate 2600 SCFM Water Flow Rate Range 15 65 GPM Optimal Wate...

Страница 30: ...They are waffled in appear ance and not straight Fin bending that has been combed with a fin tool does not affect performance and is not considered a manufacturing defect Our obligation under this war...

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Страница 32: ...5 West Veum Appleton Minnesota 55311 www solarattic com 2003 2016 All Rights Reserved Version 1 5 ETL Contents subject to change Original Appleton Minnesota Manufacturing Crew in 2003 Made In The U S...

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