TL 1334
TL 1334
TL 1334
WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY - This product must be installed and serviced by a contractor
who is licensed and qualified in pool equipment by the jurisdiction in which the
product will be installed where such state or local requirements exists. In the
event no such state or local requirement exists, the installer or maintainer must
be a professional with sufficient experience in pool equipment installation and
maintenance so that all of the instructions in this manual can be followed exactly.
Before installing this product, read and follow all warning notices and instructions
that accompany this product. Failure to follow warning notices and instructions may
result in property damage, personal injury, or death. Improper installation and/or
operation will void the warranty.
Caretaker
66 East 3335 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84115
855.280.6465 toll-free | 801.484.4449 phone | 801.906.6701 fax |
[email protected]
www.caretakersystem.com TL-1334 Rev-C
©2015 Caretaker In-Floor Systems
Table of Contents
Introduction....................................................... 5
Components....................................................... 5
Installation......................................................... 6
Site Planning...................................................... 6
Pressure Testing................................................. 9
Winterizing.......................................................... 12
Troubleshooting............................................... 13
WARNING
This product must be installed and serviced by authorized personnel, qualified in pool/spa
installation. Improper installation and/or operation can create an unwanted electrical hazard
which can cause serious injury, property damage, or death. Improper installation and/or
operation will void the warranty.
WARNING
Installation of this equipment should be performed by a licensed electrician and conform to
the National Electrical Code® (NEC)®. All applicable local installation codes and regulations
must be followed.
WARNING
This manual contains important information about the installation, operation, and safe use of
this product. This information should be given to the owner/operator of this equipment.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electrical shock:
• Install all electrical equipment at least 5 feet (1.5 m) from inside wall of pool or spa.
• Disconnect power before servicing this equipment.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to handle this equipment unless they are closely
supervised.
CAUTION
• Use supply wires suitable for 140-167°F (60-75° C).
• Connect only to a circuit protected by a Class A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI).
• Use copper conductors only.
Components
12
1
Site Planning
Verify that the excavated pool matches the Zodiac Pool Systems, Inc. (“Zodiac”) certified
pool plan. Check the break, width, depth, and designated step/bench locations. Zodiac®
design dimensions are from finished pool, not excavation. If any dimensions have
changed, a new plan must be drawn to ensure cleaning and warranty.
Position the valve as close as possible to the swimming pool or water feature to reduce piping
and improve performance.
Install the valve so that the bottom housing and outlet ports are above ground and the
finished pool water level. If the valve must be installed below water level, check valves or
manual valves on the inlet and outlet ports are required to prevent flooding of the valve.
Lay out system so feed pipes enter the pool in the center of the wall closest to the pool
equipment and valve. Use a check valve on the feed line in elevated spas to prevent
draining.
Follow the design plan to position and stake the cleaning head locations. Each head has a
designated nozzle that has a precise cleaning radius (see Figure 1). Perimeter heads have a 1 ft. (0.3
m) overlap. Mark the cleaning radius around each stake to verify cleaning coverage (see Figure 2).
Flare steps and benches to ensure debris does not get cornered (see Figure 2). Heads
should be positioned 2 in. (5.1 cm) from the outer edge on steps and benches.
Mini Step & Bench Flow Adjust Standard Flow Plus High Flow
2' Radius 4'6" Radius 5' Radius 5'6" Radius 6'6" Radius 8' Radius
at 6 gpm at 7 gpm at 12 gpm at 16 gpm at 25 gpm at 30 gpm
2
Plumbing the System
Feed Lines for Cleaning Heads
The Zodiac certified pool plan indicates which cleaning heads will be plumbed together to
form a bank. Run all feed lines to the top of the bond beam to facilitate easy valve hookup.
High Flow High Flow
Number the lines according to the design plan (see Figure 2).
High Flow
pipe.
Ste
red
• Use 45° and sweep elbows where Verify 1' overlap Radius
Fla
Note: If 2" schedule 40 stub-ups are used, pipe reamer (part # 4-17-2) is required.
5-Port Valve
The valve is tested and sealed at the factory, ready for installation at startup without
adjustment. For setup and pressure testing during the construction phase, install the non-
functioning test housing (5-Port Test Housing, part #4-9-2002 purchased separately) or
remove the plungers from the valve.
Plumb the pressure relief valve in a bypass line off the pool return line. Use two 2-way valves
(one on return line, one on valve feed line) to control flow.
Use the second union to install a removable section of pipe immediately before the valve to
provide service access to the valve dome strainer (see Figure 4).
Position the large o-ring in the bottom plate, align the guide pin and use the V-clamp to
attach the plate to the test housing. Connect the water source from the pool pump to the
valve inlet. Note: Tighten by hand only. Tighten the V-clamp nut until ends are about ¾"
(1.9 cm) apart.
2-Way
Valve
From Removable
Pool Pipe Section
Filter 5-Port
Pump
Valve
To Auxiliary
Equipment
Heater Pressure
Relief Valve To
Pool
Figure 6. Double-Ported
Auxiliary Equipment Stacked Lines
Heaters: To compensate for heater system pressure drops, plumb heaters in a bypass line
before the water valve, even if the heater has an internal bypass. Perform a temperature rise
test to determine where to set the bypass valve (see Figure 7). Ensure proper water flow can
be reached.
Chlorinators: In-floor systems can be used with erosion feeders, ozone generators, and
in-line salt-chlorine generators. Consult manufacturers' instructions for proper installation
to protect the water valve and other pool equipment from high concentrations of chlorine or
chlorine gas.
Automatic Pool Cleaners: When using an automatic pool cleaner with the in-floor system,
plumb the dedicated cleaner line (booster pump if applicable) before the valve (see Figure 7).
5-Port
Valve
To Pool
Heater
WARNING
Pressure testing applies only to the plumbing and not to the pool equipment such as the fil-
ters, pumps, and heaters. To minimize risk of severe injury or death the filters, pumps, and
heaters should not be subjected to the piping pressurization test. Refer to the manufactur-
er’s instructions for the pumps, filters, and heaters for instructions regarding the maximum
pressures the pool equipment can be subjected to.
3
Preparing the System
Cut Stub-ups
1. Verify that the system is holding pressure (minimum of 35 psi), then relieve system
pressure.
2. Cut each stub-up Collar
• For 2" stub-up: Cut ½" (1.3 cm) above the cement. Template
4
IMPORTANT: Cone
must face UPWARDS
Starting the System
5-Port Valve
Before initiating the system, open a discharge
Valve
line before the valve and flush the pool pump and 30
Pressure
filtration system. 20 0 4
Gauge
20
0
2
30
• Clear debris from all filters and screens.
0
3
10 0
50
10
40
kPa 0
5
Install the Cleaning Bottom
Heads
30
Plate
20 0
0
40
2
Head 3
10 0
bar 4
Tool
2. Attach the Head Removal Tool (part #3-17-8) to
40
kPa
0
60
psi
20 0
0
Collar
into position.
40
2
2
30
0
3
10 0
tool. bar 4
40
kPa
0
that all cleaning banks operate and that each Figure 13. Installing Cleaning Heads
head advances during pop-up and retraction.
7. Verify proper water pressure at the gauge on the water valve.
Optimum level is 14-22 psi (97 - 152 kPa).
Winterizing
CAUTION
To prevent freeze damage in cold climates, remove water from the feed lines
that are above the freeze line and seal the valve.
10
3
1
1
Alignment Pin
1 Small O-Rings
39
1 5
Large O-Ring
Alignment Hole
ZODIAC ® is a registered trademark of Zodiac International, S.A.S.U., used under license. Caretaker™ is a trademark of TL-1334 Rev-C
Zodiac Pool Systems, Inc. All other trademarks referenced herein are the property of their respective owners. ©2015 Caretaker In-Floor Systems