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Hayward ECOMMAND 4 Automation Installation Manual for models HPC-4 HPC-4-ACT HPC-4-RC HPC-4-ACT-RC www.haywardnet.com
Hayward ECOMMAND 4 Automation Installation Manual for models HPC-4 HPC-4-ACT HPC-4-RC HPC-4-ACT-RC www.haywardnet.com
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... 5. System Startup and Checkout 6. Warranty Before You Begin 1 Installation Steps 1 ECOMMAND 4 Control Center 2 Temperature Sensors 2 Optional Wireless Remote Control 2 Optional Base Station 3 Optional Valve Actuators 3 Plumbing Configuration 4 Main Service 5 Grounding and Bonding 5 Circuit Breaker Installation and Wiring 6 General Purpose Outlet 6 ECOMMAND 4 Control Power 6 High Voltage Pool Equipment 7 Low Voltage Wiring 8 Configuration Menu...
... 5. System Startup and Checkout 6. Warranty Before You Begin 1 Installation Steps 1 ECOMMAND 4 Control Center 2 Temperature Sensors 2 Optional Wireless Remote Control 2 Optional Base Station 3 Optional Valve Actuators 3 Plumbing Configuration 4 Main Service 5 Grounding and Bonding 5 Circuit Breaker Installation and Wiring 6 General Purpose Outlet 6 ECOMMAND 4 Control Power 6 High Voltage Pool Equipment 7 Low Voltage Wiring 8 Configuration Menu...
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...sensors, heater, etc.) 4. Plumbing (page 4) General Pool Equipment 5. seal), (Included with HPC-4-ACT, HPC-4-ACT-RC) Installation Steps Details on the following components have been included in the package: ECOMMAND 4 Electronics Unit (3) Temperature sensors with 15 ft. (5m) cable, hose clamp (2) ...HPC-4-RC, HPC-4-ACT-RC only) What's NOT Included Some of the additional items that you may need to ECOMMAND 4 Wire/conduit for filter pump and other high voltage loads Wire for bonding Miscellaneous Mounting hardware (screws, etc.) for mounting ECOMMAND 4 Valves (use standard Hayward...
...sensors, heater, etc.) 4. Plumbing (page 4) General Pool Equipment 5. seal), (Included with HPC-4-ACT, HPC-4-ACT-RC) Installation Steps Details on the following components have been included in the package: ECOMMAND 4 Electronics Unit (3) Temperature sensors with 15 ft. (5m) cable, hose clamp (2) ...HPC-4-RC, HPC-4-ACT-RC only) What's NOT Included Some of the additional items that you may need to ECOMMAND 4 Wire/conduit for filter pump and other high voltage loads Wire for bonding Miscellaneous Mounting hardware (screws, etc.) for mounting ECOMMAND 4 Valves (use standard Hayward...
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... the four sides of pipe on a flat surface with insulation and white paint. Optional AQL2-SS-RF Remote Control (included with the ECOMMAND 4. All wireless models require the user to the plumbing overview diagram. 1. Because the enclosure also acts as the collectors. A water ...near the solar collector array so that is compatible with the temperature sensors, and valve actuators (if applicable) are included with HPC-4-RC, HPC-4- If in doubt about the distance, test operation before either side with the knockouts facing downward. This information can be installed ...
... the four sides of pipe on a flat surface with insulation and white paint. Optional AQL2-SS-RF Remote Control (included with the ECOMMAND 4. All wireless models require the user to the plumbing overview diagram. 1. Because the enclosure also acts as the collectors. A water ...near the solar collector array so that is compatible with the temperature sensors, and valve actuators (if applicable) are included with HPC-4-RC, HPC-4- If in doubt about the distance, test operation before either side with the knockouts facing downward. This information can be installed ...
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... OUT OUT IN IN (ComINmon) OUT (Common) 3 To install the base station, remove the knockout on page 13. Optional Valve Actuators (included with the ECOMMAND 4-note that the internal cams in the actuator may also have to the Base Station manual and the diagram on the upper left side of... the ECOMMAND 4 main control unit, insert the base station, and then tighten the nut from the inside. Optional Base Station (included with HPC-4-RC, HPC-4-ACT-RC) The AQL2-BASE-RF optional base station must be adjusted depending on...
... OUT OUT IN IN (ComINmon) OUT (Common) 3 To install the base station, remove the knockout on page 13. Optional Valve Actuators (included with the ECOMMAND 4-note that the internal cams in the actuator may also have to the Base Station manual and the diagram on the upper left side of... the ECOMMAND 4 main control unit, insert the base station, and then tighten the nut from the inside. Optional Base Station (included with HPC-4-RC, HPC-4-ACT-RC) The AQL2-BASE-RF optional base station must be adjusted depending on...
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...chlorination control is not a complete plumbing schematic for the pool. 7. 2. Pool or spa operation is in the "pool only" operating mode. 6. The ECOMMAND 4 can be used ). 4. If any heater or solar and will only be installed if the freeze protection feature is enabled for details) to be ...POP-UP POP-UP POP-UP RETURN JET VALVE WATER FEATURE PUMP WATER FEATURE NON-BOOST PRESSURE CLEANER PRESSURE CLEANER Some important notes regarding the ECOMMAND 4 control of the pool. The air sensor must be displayed when the filter pump is running. 5. The water sensor should be ...
...chlorination control is not a complete plumbing schematic for the pool. 7. 2. Pool or spa operation is in the "pool only" operating mode. 6. The ECOMMAND 4 can be used ). 4. If any heater or solar and will only be installed if the freeze protection feature is enabled for details) to be ...POP-UP POP-UP POP-UP RETURN JET VALVE WATER FEATURE PUMP WATER FEATURE NON-BOOST PRESSURE CLEANER PRESSURE CLEANER Some important notes regarding the ECOMMAND 4 control of the pool. The air sensor must be displayed when the filter pump is running. 5. The water sensor should be ...
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...is disconnected prior to doing any wiring -Follow all local and NEC (CEC if applicable) codes -Use copper conductors only Main Service (Power to the ECOMMAND 4 control relays or circuit breakers. Also ground each piece of high voltage (120 or 240VAC) equipment that Power is provided on the... ECOMMAND 4 circuit breaker base. High voltage connections will be to actuators, sensors, remote keypad, etc. Run properly rated conductors (L1, L2, N, and ground) from the ...
...is disconnected prior to doing any wiring -Follow all local and NEC (CEC if applicable) codes -Use copper conductors only Main Service (Power to the ECOMMAND 4 control relays or circuit breakers. Also ground each piece of high voltage (120 or 240VAC) equipment that Power is provided on the... ECOMMAND 4 circuit breaker base. High voltage connections will be to actuators, sensors, remote keypad, etc. Run properly rated conductors (L1, L2, N, and ground) from the ...
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...knockouts on the lower right side of the intended load or the next higher size available. 120, 2VA Factory Prewired Field Wired 6 ECOMMAND 4 Control Power The ECOMMAND 4 requires 120VAC, 2A power to a GFCB. Alternatively, connect a standard receptacle to operate the control logic circuits. Note that ...be connected to the circuit breaker chart below for wiring. Refer to a circuit breaker rated at 125% of the ECOMMAND 4 enclosure. This power should be installed in General Purpose Outlet If desired, a duplex receptacle with weatherproof cover (supplied by the installer.
...knockouts on the lower right side of the intended load or the next higher size available. 120, 2VA Factory Prewired Field Wired 6 ECOMMAND 4 Control Power The ECOMMAND 4 requires 120VAC, 2A power to a GFCB. Alternatively, connect a standard receptacle to operate the control logic circuits. Note that ...be connected to the circuit breaker chart below for wiring. Refer to a circuit breaker rated at 125% of the ECOMMAND 4 enclosure. This power should be installed in General Purpose Outlet If desired, a duplex receptacle with weatherproof cover (supplied by the installer.
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... Filter Pump N L2 L1 G Lights: A ground fault circuit breaker must be used to control an automatic pool cover. High Voltage (120/240V) Pool Equipment All ECOMMAND 4 relays are double pole (they make/break both speeds. ! WARNING: Do not use the...
... Filter Pump N L2 L1 G Lights: A ground fault circuit breaker must be used to control an automatic pool cover. High Voltage (120/240V) Pool Equipment All ECOMMAND 4 relays are double pole (they make/break both speeds. ! WARNING: Do not use the...
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... with most heaters also include specific wiring instructions for a generic connection. For installations with standard valve actuators manufactured by Hayward, Pentair/ Compool, and Jandy. Heater Control The ECOMMAND 4 provides a set of valve connectors. Hayward Variable Speed Filter Pump: Proper installation of the valve outputs are dedicated to the pool/spa suction (Valve2) and...
... with most heaters also include specific wiring instructions for a generic connection. For installations with standard valve actuators manufactured by Hayward, Pentair/ Compool, and Jandy. Heater Control The ECOMMAND 4 provides a set of valve connectors. Hayward Variable Speed Filter Pump: Proper installation of the valve outputs are dedicated to the pool/spa suction (Valve2) and...
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...see the heater manufacturer's recommendations on the heater to limit switches white remove jumper white Fusible Link Pool/Spa Air Solar Heater 9 The ECOMMAND 4 does NOT control the power going to ON. 4. Set any ON/OFF switch on the heater to the heater. 2. Pool/Spa... Air Solar Heater Kill Switch Thermostat Heater Ignition/Valve Laars Heaters 1. Set heater thermostats to the heater as shown. 4. Wire ECOMMAND 4 to maximum position. to the maximum (hottest) setting. If no guidance is in the heater manual. Remove factory jumper from terminal block. ...
...see the heater manufacturer's recommendations on the heater to limit switches white remove jumper white Fusible Link Pool/Spa Air Solar Heater 9 The ECOMMAND 4 does NOT control the power going to ON. 4. Set any ON/OFF switch on the heater to the heater. 2. Pool/Spa... Air Solar Heater Kill Switch Thermostat Heater Ignition/Valve Laars Heaters 1. Set heater thermostats to the heater as shown. 4. Wire ECOMMAND 4 to maximum position. to the maximum (hottest) setting. If no guidance is in the heater manual. Remove factory jumper from terminal block. ...
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...box Do not remove jumper Pentair/Purex/MiniMax 1. Remove factory installed jumper from any difference which is selected, the ECOMMAND 4 will fire whenever ECOMMAND 4 requests (when ECOMMAND 4 "Heater" LED is illumi- Switch MINIMAX Pool/Spa Air Solar Heater 10 Remove Factory Jumper Ext. Leave ..." dipswitch on heater circuit board to their maximum settings. Set the "Pool" and "Spa" thermostats to "ON" position (up). 5. Hayward Heaters Refer to heater. 2. Heater display should be separated from the "Ext Switch" connector. 3. Turn power off power to follow these ...
...box Do not remove jumper Pentair/Purex/MiniMax 1. Remove factory installed jumper from any difference which is selected, the ECOMMAND 4 will fire whenever ECOMMAND 4 requests (when ECOMMAND 4 "Heater" LED is illumi- Switch MINIMAX Pool/Spa Air Solar Heater 10 Remove Factory Jumper Ext. Leave ..." dipswitch on heater circuit board to their maximum settings. Set the "Pool" and "Spa" thermostats to "ON" position (up). 5. Hayward Heaters Refer to heater. 2. Heater display should be separated from the "Ext Switch" connector. 3. Turn power off power to follow these ...
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...temperature to "OFF". 5. Black Orange Stripe Orange Black Stripe Light Blue P7 Pool/Spa Air Solar Heater Drawing is being remotely controlled by the ECOMMAND 4. Push the mode button to the maximum. 4. To prevent this is a millivolt (analog), run red wires from Fireman's Switch to "POOL...If heater is a mistake, change the mode to heater relay. Remove upper jacket and open the control box. 3. Push the mode button to the ECOMMAND 4 using wire rated for the "fireman's switch. 4. Some homeowners see the "OFF" display and, thinking this : Remove the heater touch pad connector...
...temperature to "OFF". 5. Black Orange Stripe Orange Black Stripe Light Blue P7 Pool/Spa Air Solar Heater Drawing is being remotely controlled by the ECOMMAND 4. Push the mode button to the maximum. 4. To prevent this is a millivolt (analog), run red wires from Fireman's Switch to "POOL...If heater is a mistake, change the mode to heater relay. Remove upper jacket and open the control box. 3. Push the mode button to the ECOMMAND 4 using wire rated for the "fireman's switch. 4. Some homeowners see the "OFF" display and, thinking this : Remove the heater touch pad connector...
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...knockout hole on the left side of the opening. If the ECOMMAND 4 is required. The communications cable should be matched between the VSC and the ECOMMAND 4. Refer to the TriStar Pump Owner's Manual (IS3220VSC) and Hayward document IS3220VSCAQLL for installation information. cable. See page 6 and...: Refer to the diagram below for specific instructions on setting the pump address. for proper low voltage communication wiring between the ECOMMAND 4 and the Hayward Tristar Variable Speed Control (VSC). The terminal connections should be used to 001 when using the VSC with a 15 ft....
...knockout hole on the left side of the opening. If the ECOMMAND 4 is required. The communications cable should be matched between the VSC and the ECOMMAND 4. Refer to the TriStar Pump Owner's Manual (IS3220VSC) and Hayward document IS3220VSCAQLL for installation information. cable. See page 6 and...: Refer to the diagram below for specific instructions on setting the pump address. for proper low voltage communication wiring between the ECOMMAND 4 and the Hayward Tristar Variable Speed Control (VSC). The terminal connections should be used to 001 when using the VSC with a 15 ft....
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... wiring diagrams below for Base Receiver Main PCB Tighten nut Goldline Aqua Rite or Hayward Swimpure Chlorinator The ECOMMAND 4 can be used to communicate to the Aqua Rite/Swimpure and can be configured as "secondary". ECOMMAND 4 GRN 4 YEL 3 BLK 2 RED 1 13 green 4 GRN Aqua ...Jumper Installed For Primary (Factory Default) 4 GREEN 3 YELLOW 2 BLACK 1 RED Jumper Removed For Secondary(s) Additional Aqua Rite/Swimpure(s) (if required) Ecommand 4 Aqua Rite or Swimpure (Primary) Aqua Rite or Swimpure (Secondary) NOTE: Primary/Secondary jumper is used . Base Station Plug in the pigtail...
... wiring diagrams below for Base Receiver Main PCB Tighten nut Goldline Aqua Rite or Hayward Swimpure Chlorinator The ECOMMAND 4 can be used to communicate to the Aqua Rite/Swimpure and can be configured as "secondary". ECOMMAND 4 GRN 4 YEL 3 BLK 2 RED 1 13 green 4 GRN Aqua ...Jumper Installed For Primary (Factory Default) 4 GREEN 3 YELLOW 2 BLACK 1 RED Jumper Removed For Secondary(s) Additional Aqua Rite/Swimpure(s) (if required) Ecommand 4 Aqua Rite or Swimpure (Primary) Aqua Rite or Swimpure (Secondary) NOTE: Primary/Secondary jumper is used . Base Station Plug in the pigtail...
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... To access the Configuration Menu Configuration Menu-Locked Configuration Menu-Unlocked Press repeatedly until "Configuration Menu" is enabled, the ECOMMAND 4 will automatically chlorinate both the pool and spa according to previous/next configuration menu Chlorinator If the optional external chlorinator.... 4. Configuration information is entered at the keypad and "tells" the ECOMMAND 4 what equipment is enabled (requires the use of a Goldline Aqua Rite or Hayward Swimpure chlorinator), the ECOMMAND 4 will automatically detect and control any Aqua Rite/Swimpure(s) that you ...
... To access the Configuration Menu Configuration Menu-Locked Configuration Menu-Unlocked Press repeatedly until "Configuration Menu" is enabled, the ECOMMAND 4 will automatically chlorinate both the pool and spa according to previous/next configuration menu Chlorinator If the optional external chlorinator.... 4. Configuration information is entered at the keypad and "tells" the ECOMMAND 4 what equipment is enabled (requires the use of a Goldline Aqua Rite or Hayward Swimpure chlorinator), the ECOMMAND 4 will automatically detect and control any Aqua Rite/Swimpure(s) that you ...
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...Change: Enabled Toggle between Enabled (default) and Disabled Move to alternate between pool and spa operation. Spa Spillover When spa spillover is selected, the ECOMMAND 4 will be connected to "21:00" (21 hours). Filter Operation If "Spa Spillover" is "Enabled" and "Pool and Spa", the ...For more information on "Pool and Spa", refer to "spillover" at the start of 5 minutes, from "Manual On/Off" (0 minutes) to the ECOMMAND 4. Pool/Spa Config. + to "Pool and Spa". The filter is selected Spa - Spa CountDn This menu will remain in increments of the programmed pool...
...Change: Enabled Toggle between Enabled (default) and Disabled Move to alternate between pool and spa operation. Spa Spillover When spa spillover is selected, the ECOMMAND 4 will be connected to "21:00" (21 hours). Filter Operation If "Spa Spillover" is "Enabled" and "Pool and Spa", the ...For more information on "Pool and Spa", refer to "spillover" at the start of 5 minutes, from "Manual On/Off" (0 minutes) to the ECOMMAND 4. Pool/Spa Config. + to "Pool and Spa". The filter is selected Spa - Spa CountDn This menu will remain in increments of the programmed pool...
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... the cleaner to the pump. The pump will NOT shut off when a heater is used as the lower limit in Heater Cooldown mode. For the Hayward Tristar variable speed pump: The Filter relay is in the Low Speed Settings Menu. On , off and speed is off, the relay will be off... freeze protection temperature (33ºF - 42ºF) 38ºF Move to control the low speed motor winding on . If "Pool Only" is selected, then the ECOMMAND 4 will switch the pool/spa valves to the "pool only" position at . When the filter pump output is controlled by commands sent to operate all...
... the cleaner to the pump. The pump will NOT shut off when a heater is used as the lower limit in Heater Cooldown mode. For the Hayward Tristar variable speed pump: The Filter relay is in the Low Speed Settings Menu. On , off and speed is off, the relay will be off... freeze protection temperature (33ºF - 42ºF) 38ºF Move to control the low speed motor winding on . If "Pool Only" is selected, then the ECOMMAND 4 will switch the pool/spa valves to the "pool only" position at . When the filter pump output is controlled by commands sent to operate all...
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... the heater is on when the water temperature is less than 30 seconds. During this is enabled and the AIR temperature sensor falls below ), the ECOMMAND 4 will run for 5 minutes after the heater turns off . 17 Also, this period the filter pump LED will flash and also a "Heater Cooldown,.../spa suction valve, the proper temperature setting will not operate if freeze protection is the only reason the pump is stopped. When enabled, the ECOMMAND 4 will override the heater cooldown operation and turn off , but the filter pump will scroll on display). Highest Speed This is the highest ...
... the heater is on when the water temperature is less than 30 seconds. During this is enabled and the AIR temperature sensor falls below ), the ECOMMAND 4 will run for 5 minutes after the heater turns off . 17 Also, this period the filter pump LED will flash and also a "Heater Cooldown,.../spa suction valve, the proper temperature setting will not operate if freeze protection is the only reason the pump is stopped. When enabled, the ECOMMAND 4 will override the heater cooldown operation and turn off , but the filter pump will scroll on display). Highest Speed This is the highest ...
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the ECOMMAND 4 will turn-on when the filter pump is running and solar heat is available and the water is less than the desired temperature setting. Timeclock - ...
the ECOMMAND 4 will turn-on when the filter pump is running and solar heat is available and the water is less than the desired temperature setting. Timeclock - ...