AQUA SMART 91510-TX 91510-TX User Manual 5 User s manual
AQUA SMART, INC. 91510-TX 5 User s manual
5.User's manual
AQUA SMART, INC.
2425 NW 69th STREET
VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON 98665
WEB SITE: www.aquaenergysaver.com
© 2012 AQUA SMART, INC.
Rev. 3-20-12 Printed in Taiwan
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A WIRELESS, REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM FOR
RESIDENTIAL, ELECTRIC HOT WATER HEATERS
Installation & Operating Manual
Patent Pending
The AQUA SMART™ system consists of a wireless TRANSMITTER and a RECEIVER that
mounts on top of a residential, electric, hot water heater. Wiring of the AQUA SMART™ Receiver
is integrated into the standard wiring/electrical connections on a hot water heater.
1.
RECEIVER
WIRELESS
TRANSMITTER
A
n electronic version
of the AQUA SMART owner’s manual
,
translated in FRENCH, can be found on our website under OWNERS MANUAL.
www.aquaenergysaver.com
Une version électronique de l'AQUA SMART Manuel du propriétaire, traduit en
français, peut être trouvé sur notre site web : www.aquaenergysaver.com
INSTALLER NOTES: The AQUA SMART™ installation is
primarily an electrical
installation which may be made by an individual, an electrician or a plumber
licensed or trained in electrical installations.
A
n electronic version of the AQUA SMART owner’s manual,
Translated inFRENCH, can be found on our website under OWNERS MANUAL.
www.aquaenergysaver.com
Une version électronique de l'AQUA SMART Manuel du propriétaire,
traduit en français, peut être trouvé sur notre site web :
www.aquaenergysaver.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
INTRODUCTION
· Energy Consumption Studies on Electric Hot Water Heaters 3
· Brief description of AQUA SMART™ System 3
· Consumer Information/Responsibilities 4
· Technical Information 5
· Tools Required. 5
SECTION 1 - INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
· Introduction to the AQUA SMART™ system 7
· Water Temperature Reading for Balancing Procedure 6
· Shutting OFF Power/Circuit Testing/Removing wires 7-8
SECTION 2 - INSTALLING THE RECEIVER
· Installing the Receiver 8
· Hardware Package & Receiver Components/Details 8-9
· Mounting Receiver Base to Hot Water Heater. Ground Wire Attachment 10-11
· Reattachment of Power Lines 11
· Wiring Diagrams 12-13
· Installing Thermal Sensor 14-15
· By-Pass Switch 16
SECTION 3 - RESTORE POWER TO HOT WATER HEATER 17
SECTION 4 - TRANSMITTER ACTIVATION
· Install batteries in Transmitter 17
· LEARN Process – Teaching Security Code to Receiver 18
· Testing Operating Modes 18-19
· Transmitter –LCD Display Screen 20-21
· Initial Set-Up of Transmitter 22-23
· Balancing Sensor Temperature 23-24
· Setting Water Heater Wattage Rating 24-25
· FACTORY Program- USER- Programming of Transmitter 26-28
· PROGRAM Review/Cancellation/Override Features 29
SECTION 5 - OPERATING THE AQUA SMART™SYSTEM
· Operating Features of the AQUA SMART™ System 30-33
· Mounting the Transmitter 33
· Operating MODE Discussion 34-35
· Matrix/Protocol Charts for Programming Temperatures 36-37
· Water Temperature Adjustment Recommendation Chart 37
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 38
SPECIFICATIONS & WARRANTY INFORMATION 39
2.
A CONVERSATION REGARDING
THE ENERGY CONSUMPTION OF
ELECTRIC HOT WATER HEATERS
Water heating is the second largest use of energy in homes
accounting for 17% to 29% of residential energy consumption.
Two separate studies published by the U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY¹, in
September 2009 & 2010, supports a major need for homeowners and businesses to
address the high energy use, as well as the efficiency, of hot water heating whether
using electric, natural or propane gas models.
The AQUA SMART™ system was developed as a RETROFIT SYSTEM for previously
installed electric hot water heaters or newly installed electric hot water heaters that do
not include factory-installed, energy saving features. The AQUA SMART™ system can
save 20% and more of the energy usage of an electric hot water heater, however, these
savings depend on the user’s proactive operation of the system. No savings will be
realized unless the user activates the available MODES or PROGRAMS on the system’s
Transmitter and monitors the hot water heaters electrical usage.
The AQUA SMART™ Receiver’s wiring is integrated into the incoming power supply to
the electric hot water heater and mounts on top of the water heater and operates on
208-240VAC. Once installed, the user should not have to monitor the Receiver
component.
The operation of the AQUA SMART™ system is controlled by the Remote Transmitter
which features 4 operating MODES and operates, “wirelessly”, from up to 100 feet from
the Receiver.
· The ON mode is activated when the user wants to operate the hot water heater
by-passing the other operating MODES in the AQUA SMART™ system.
· In the AWAY mode, user can “set-back” the water heater temperature to
operate between 75°F and 85°F when plans call for being away for 2 - 7 days.
· User can also enter the VACATION mode which operates the water heater
between 40°F and 50°F when the user plans to be away from the home for
longer periods of time.
· In the PROGRAM mode, the user can enter daily time/temperature settings to
fit user’s lifestyle or defer to the settings in the factory-set program.
Following the INSTALLATION instructions for mounting of the AQUA SMART™ system
on the hot water heater and understanding, the AQUA SMART™ OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS, will provide for the maximum in ENERGY SAVINGS.
¹ Energy Star Water Heater Profiles- September 2009 & 2010.
3.
The AQUA SMART™ system was developed to allow the homeowner to
reduce electrical power consumption and conserve energy when the
homeowner is away from the home for short or extended periods of time.
With the AQUA SMART™ system, the user can control the temperatures of the hot
water, without having to go to the water heater, remove the water heater’s access
panels, and manually adjust the water heaters “on-board” thermostats.
CONSUMER INFORMATION: The AQUA SMART™ system should be installed in
accordance with the local electrical codes. In the absence of such codes, then follow the
National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 70.
The AQUA SMART™ system includes a 30 amp, BY-PASS breaker allowing the user to
override the system. (See page 16).
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
CONSUMER RESPONSIBILITIES: This manual has been prepared to guide you
through the proper installation, operation and maintenance of the AQUA SMART™
system.
We urge you to read all the instructions relating to the installation and operation of this
energy saving device. It is imperative that the user become proactive with the
programming and activation of the energy-saving MODES to maximize the energy
savings.
AQUA SMART, INC. and its manufacturing entities will not be liable for any
damages caused by the improper installation and operation of this device.
UNDERSTANDING THE ADVANTAGES OF SETTING THE MODES OF OPERATION
OF THE AQUA SMART™ “WIRELESS” SYSTEM WILL SAVE ENERGY COSTS
THROUGHOUT THE LIFE OF THE WATER HEATER.
4.
· 3-WIRE – 208-240 VOLT WIRING: The use of 208-240 volt wiring for residential
homes is necessary for powering larger appliances such as water heaters, furnaces and
air conditioners. 208-240 volt wiring for a hot water heater relies on two separate "hot
wires", each carrying 110-120 volts of current and a "ground wire" which may be a bare
copper wire or an insulated wire, green in color. The 2 "hot wires" complete the 208-240
volt circuit, one being positively charged, the other being negatively charged. Each wire
delivers electricity to the hot water heater by alternating polarities and doubling the
current to the water heater. The wiring to the water heater must be connected to a
breaker, rated at a maximum of 30 amps, or meet the ampere requirements for the water
heater that the AQUA SMART™ is to be installed on. The bare copper or green ground
wire is attached to a grounding screw at the junction box on the water heater.
The AQUA SMART system is designed to be installed on electric,
hot water heaters with current ratings up to 30 amps or less with
wattage ratings from 3000 watts to 6000 watts.
· WATER HEATER INSTALLATION VIDEOS: While the AQUA SMART™ system is
designed to be retrofitted to existing electric hot water heaters, it can also be installed
on new water heaters that do not have factory-installed, energy saver features included.
A review of a water heater installation video can be found on the web at:
www.hotwater101.com which is very instructive. You may also want to visit website
www.waterheatertimer.com for other technical data for installing and maintaining
electric hot water heaters.
We strongly recommend that you visit the AQUA SMART™ website at:
www.aquaenergysaver.com to view an installation/ instruction video for
installing the AQUA SMART™ system.
· Electric Drill with 1/8” bit
· ¼” nut driver/adjustable wrench
· Wire Cutters
· Straight blade screwdriver
· Philips head screwdriver
· Punch or Nail
· Circuit tester or voltmeter
5.
IMPORTANT: If you lack the necessary skills or
understanding of the wiring of a 208-240V electric hot water
heater, or you have difficulty or hesitation following these
instructions, you should not proceed with this installation
and should contact a qualified electrician or plumber to
perform the installation of the AQUA SMART™ system.
The AQUA SMART™ system is designed to be installed on
electric hot water heaters with current ratings up to 30 amps.
CONSUMER INFORMATION
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
When installing the AQUA SMART™ system, we strongly
recommend you closely follow the instructions in this manual.
TOOLS REQUIRED
SECTION 1
The AQUA SMART™ system is an energy saving device that retrofits on any 208-240
volt electric hot water heater. The system consists of the Receiver which mounts on top
of the electric hot water heater. The Receiver is wired into the water heater’s junction box
on top of the water heater. The Receiver includes 2-way signaling software that allows
the Receiver and Transmitter to communicate with each other, confirming signals have
been received by each other, as illustrated by an ICON on the transmitter’s LCD.
The AQUA SMART™ system includes a Wireless, Remote Control Transmitter that
signals the Receiver to operate in one of FOUR modes: ON, AWAY, VACATION or
PROGRAM. The system operates on one of 1,048,576, unique security codes that are
programmed into the transmitter at the factory. The Transmitter’s security code must be
matched to the Receiver upon INITIAL SET-UP. The operating distance of the AQUA
SMART™ system can be up to100 feet depending on any obstructions and/ or electrical
or metallic interference between the Receiver and Transmitter. A test to verify the
communication/operating distance is discussed in a later section. See pages (18-19).
WATER TEMPERATURE
READING FOR “BALANCING”
PROCEDURE
In the TRANSMITTER package, you will find
a small thermometer strip you will use later
in the “BALANCING” programming
procedure. (See pages 23-24 for a detailed
explanation of this procedure).
The “BALANCING” programming is EXTREMELY important to the proper
set up of the transmitter and operation of the AQUA SMART™ system. We
recommend you proceed with the above step NOW so that the HOT water
pipe will cool down before the “BALANCING” number is entered into the
Transmitter. (See pages 23-24 for the BALANCING procedure).
Draw a small glass of HOT water from a faucet that the water heater
supplies and drop the thermometer strip into the water. Write down the mid-
temperature reading from the strip. Save for later use when performing the
“BALANCING” procedure on the Transmitter. (See Set-Up pages 23-24).
6.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS – (continued)
A.
Shut off the electrical power
to the hot water heater at
the breaker panel, fuse box
or power switch near the
water heater.
B. Remove the junction box cover(s) on
top of the water heater. Use ¼” nut
driver, screwdriver or wrench to
remove screws.
C. Check that power has been
disconnected with a circuit tester
or volt meter.
Verify that the power has been disconnected, with a voltmeter
or circuit tester, testing other incoming “HOT” wires.
7.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FIRST
-
SHUT OFF POWER TO HOT WATER HEATER
SECOND
-
EXPOSE &
TEST WIRES IN JUNCTION BOX
IMPORTANT
: If you lack the necessary skills or unde
rstanding of the wiring of
a 208-240V electric hot water heater, or you have difficulty or hesitation
following these instructions, you should not proceed with this installation and
should contact a qualified electrician or plumber to perform the installation of
the AQUA SMART™ system.
STOP STOP
D. Disconnect the incoming power supply
lines, cable, conduit and connector
leading to the junction box on top of
the water heater.
E. There should be 2ea. –powering wires,
plus a ground coming from the power
supply. There should be 2 wires coming
out of the WATER HEATER’s junction
box
.
SECTION 2
Remove the 4 screws holding the receiver cover to the base and remove cover from the
base. The receiver contains a plastic bag holding the components pictured below.
(See pg. 9)
HARDWARE PACKAGE
4
5 2 3 1
1. 1 ea. - Ground wire & Long Sheet Metal Screw (SMS) to ground water heater.
2. 4 ea. - Long Sheet Metal Screws (SMS) to mount Receiver base to top of water heater.
3. 4 ea. - Wire nuts to attach wires inside Receiver to Incoming Power & Water Heater wires.
4. 1 ea. - Pipe clamp to affix THERMAL SENSOR to HOT water pipe. (Packed with Receiver)
5. 2 ea. - plastic cable ties to affix insulating foam to HOT water pipe.
8.
RECEIVER - TOP COVER
1. 4 Mounting screws attach RECEIVER COVER to RECEIVER BASE.
2. LEARN button to accept Transmitter’s security code upon initial set-up.
3. Illuminating LEDs indicating the 4 MODES of operation.
RECEIVER - MOUNTING BASE
4. Mount BASE to top of water heater with the 4 SMS provided
in the hardware package. (See mounting holes #4).
9.
INSTALLING THE RECEIVER
THIRD
-
DISCONNECT POWER SUPPLY WIRES FROM JUNCTION BOX COVER
1
2
3
RECEIVER
3
2
1
4
4
1. Position the Receiver BASE over
the junction box opening on top of
the water heater. Mark the position
of the 4 mounting holes (on the
BASE) to top of the water heater
with a punch or nail.
NOTE: Pull water heater wires
thru the bottom opening on the
BASE of Receiver.
IMPORTANT: Be sure BASE completely covers junction box opening on top of water
heater. If necessary, replace one of the junction box cover plates to close any gap or
opening between the water heater junction box and the area around the Receiver BASE.
2. Drill 4 ea. - 1/8” holes through
the top metal jacket on water heater.
Only drill through the thin metal
jacket.
3. Drill a 1/8” hole through the
bottom of the junction box to attach
the GREEN GROUND wire.
4. Attach the short, GREEN,
GROUND wire, from the hardware
package, with one of the SMS from
the hardware package to the
bottom of the junction box.
IMPORTANT: WATER HEATER MUST BE GROUNDED.
10.
10.
5. Position the Receiver
BASE
over the wires coming from the
water heaters junction box and
attach the Receiver BASE to the
top of the water heater with 4 of
the SMS supplied in the
hardware package.
6.
Using the same incoming
power supply wires and
connector, removed in Step D.
SECTION 1, attach the wires/
connector thru the back of the
Receiver BASE in the opening
and reattach connector/nut to the
back of the Receiver BASE.
Most installations use the ½”
opening ¾” template is provided,
if a larger connector was used.
7. Attach the incoming ground
wire, from the power supply, to
the newly installed ground wire,
in Step #4, with one of the wire
nuts from the hardware package.
NOTE: Be sure to attach the
incoming ground wire that was
previously installed on the water
heater’s junction box with the
ground wire installed in Step #4.
IMPORTANT: WATER HEATER MUST BE GROUNDED.
11.
AT THIS TIME, THE
RECEIVER
BASE SHOULD BE SECURELY
ATTACHED TO THE TOP OF THE WATER HEATER AND THE
INCOMING WIRES / WIRE CONNECTOR SHOULD BE FIRMLY
ATTACHED TO T
HE BACK OF THE RECEIVER
BASE.
MOUNTING RECEIVER BASE TO TOP OF HOTWATER
HEATER
WIRING CONNECTIONS ILLUSTRATED
12.
WIRING DIAGRAM
13.
AT THIS POINT, BEGIN A
TTACHING THE WIRES FROM THE
RECEIVER TO THE INCOMING POWER SUPPLY WIRES
AND TO THE HOT WATER HEATER WIRES.
EACH OF THE WIRES FROM THE RECEIVER
ARE LABELED TO ASSIST
MAKING PROPER CONNECTIONS TO THE OF INCOMING POWER,
GROUND WIRES AND TO THE 2 WIRES COMING FROM THE HOT WATER
HEATER
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT
IT IS CRITICAL TO FOLLOW THESE WIRING CONNECTIONS
FOR RELIABLE OPERATION OF THE AQUA SMART™ SYSTEM
Taped to the back of the receiver case is
the THERMAL SENSOR which is to be
attached to the HOT water pipe coming out
of the hot water heater. The THERMAL
SENSOR controls the operation of the
AQUA SMART™ system.
Prepare to attach the THERMAL
SENSOR to the LOWEST point on
the HOT water pipe coming out of
the top of the water heater. (Usually the
top of water heater is marked
HOT or feel the pipe to be sure
attachment is to the HOT water pipe).
Locate the pipe clamp with bolt/nut,
included in the hardware package.
Unscrew the clamp bolt so that only a few
threads remain in the bolt. Slide the head of
the bolt to the side so that it releases from
the clamp. Spread the clamp open and slip
the clamp around the HOT water pipe.
Tighten the clamp bolt being sure clamp is
at the LOWEST POSITION on the HOT
water pipe exiting the hot water heater. Do
not tighten clamp to the pipe, yet.
14.
Carefully, insert the THERMAL SENSOR
head between the clamp and the HOT water
pipe positioning the SENSOR head so that it
is covered by the clamp and is snug against
the HOT water pipe.
Now tighten the bolt on the clamp
so the THERMAL SENSOR head is
covered by the rubber insulation and
is snug against the HOT water pipe.
Following the securing of the THERMAL
SENSOR head, to the HOT water pipe,
wrap the piece of foam insulation over
the CLAMP & SENSOR and firmly attach
with 2 wire ties. BE SURE TIES ARE
INSTALLED SO THEY “CLICK -LOCK”
(The foam insulation was packed in the
shipping box.The wire ties are in the
hardware package.)
This step is necessary to minimalize the
effects of any ambient temperature
differences between the SENSOR head
and the location of the water heater. The
SENSOR head needs to be isolated from
any external temperature influences
which could have a thermal effect upon
the signals that the THERMAL SENSOR
sends to the Receiver.
TECHNICAL NOTE:
The THERMAL SENSOR records the temperature at the HOT water pipe and sends a
temperature reading to the Receiver. The Receiver processes the temperature data
sending a signal to the Transmitter to activate the water heater to the MODE setting, on
the TRANSMITTER.
15.
AT
TACH THE THERMAL SENSOR HEAD
TO THE HOT WATER PIPE
VERY IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
THE PROPER POSITIONING OF THE THERMAL SENSOR HEAD IS ONE OF MOST
IMPORTANT STEPS IN THE INSTALLATION OF THE AQUA SMART™ SYSTEM. THIS
COMPONENT CONTROLS THE REMOTE TEMPERATURE OPERATIONS OF THE SYSTEM
A BY-PASS switch has been included on
the Receiver allowing the user to by-pass
the Receiver powering the water heater
directly. When the BY-PASS switch is
activated, from the AUTO position to the
BY-PASS position, the water heater will
operate normally, however the water
temperatures will be maintained at the
temperature settings of the “on-board”
thermostats that are on the water heater.
The AQUA SMART™ system will be
by-passed and the water heater will cease
to operate, wirelessly.
BY-PASS AUTO
Should the AQUA SMART™ system stop working or become inoperative, review
the TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE on page 38 of this manual or contact the
dealer from who the system was purchased or visit our website at:
www.aquaenergysaver.com, if the problem is not resolved.
16.
SECTION 3
Restore power to the hot water heater at the circuit breaker panel or at the power switch
used to disconnect power to the water heater. Upon powering the Receiver, all the LEDs
on the Receiver should illuminate and then go off. The Receiver is waiting to “LEARN”
the transmitter’s security code. The “LEARN” process is explained on page 24.
TECHNICAL NOTE:
The Receiver is operated by the 208-240VAC lines powering the hot water heater and
therefore it has no batteries. In a rare instance of a power surge or malfunction of the
Receiver, the powering of the Receiver may be interrupted and/or damaged. This will be
evidenced when the LED lights on the Receiver case are no longer illuminated indicating
a problem at the breaker, incoming power lines or with the Receiver. A loss of hot water
will also result. Review BY-PASS switch operation in previous section.
(See page 16).
SECTION 4
1. Locate the TRANSMITTER and hardware bag in carton. The transmitter
hardware bag will include: 2 ea. - AAA batteries, 2 ea. - Screw- type Wall
Anchors, 2ea. - Mounting screws, 1ea. - Thermometer strip and a paper,
mounting template.
2. First, install the 2-AAA batteries into the battery compartment on the back of the
Transmitter. When the AAA batteries are installed in the Transmitter all the
ICONS on the Transmitter will illuminate for 2 seconds and a single beep will be
heard. Several of the LCD icons will illuminate with the HOUR digit blinking.
17.
LCD SCREEN
RESTORE POWER TO THE HOT WATER HEATER
BATTERY COMPARTMENT
Do not activate the BY
-
PASS switch for any other purpose than
to override the AQUA SMART™ system should there be a
malfunction or TROUBLESHOOTING procedures are being
initiated. (See page 38).
BY
-
PASS SWITCH
NOTICE: The NORMAL position for the BY-PASS switch is in the AUTO
position. This switch should only be activated, to the BY-PASS position,
when troubleshooting the water heater or should there be a system failure.
When activated, to the BY-PASS position, all power to the Aqua Smart™
Receiver is by-passed and the water heater will be powered DIRECTLY by
its electrical source. The water heater will now be controlled by the “on-
board” thermostat settings ON THE WATER HEATER.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
The position of the BY-PASS switch,
at the BASE of the RECEIVER,
should be in the AUTO position.
INSTALL BATTERIES IN TRANSMITTER
BY
-
PASS SWIT
CH
Each Transmitter for the AQUA SMART™ system has one of 1,048,576 unique security
codes embedded into its memory. It will be necessary to program the Receiver to
LEARN the security code of the Transmitter, upon initial use, or if a replacement
Transmitter has been purchased from your dealer or the factory.
1. Standing approximately 3 feet from the hot water heater, where the Receiver
has been mounted, program the Transmitter’s security code into the Receiver.
2. To program the Receiver to LEARN the Transmitter's security code, insert a
small screwdriver or punch into the LEARN button hole on top of the Receiver
case. Push down gently until a LONG BEEP is heard signaling that the
Receiver is ready to learn the Transmitter’s security code.
3. Now press the MODE button on the Transmitter and 5 RAPID BEEPS will be
heard confirming that the LEARN process has been completed. When first
powered, all 4 of the LEDs, on the Receiver, will remain ON for a short period of
time confirming that the LEDs are operational.
TESTING THE OPERATING (POWERING) MODES
The AQUA SMART™ system features 2– way communication software allowing the
RECEIVER and the TRANSMITTER to communicate with each other.
This bi-directional communication provides confirmation of the radio frequency (RF)
signals being sent between the Transmitter and the Receiver. Each operating MODE
initiates different temperatures for the water heater to operate on and are identified by
the colored LEDs, on the Receiver, as indicated below.
GREEN = ON MODE
AMBER = AWAY MODE
BLUE = VACATION MODE
RED = PROGRAM MODE
It is recommended that each of the operating MODES in the AQUA SMART™ system be
tested with the Transmitter standing approximately 3 feet from the water heater/Receiver.
When any of the MODE buttons are pressed on the Transmitter, the SYNC icon on the
Transmitter’s LCD display will display and the command is, wirelessly, sent to the
Receiver. When the Receiver receives the command from the Transmitter, a
corresponding LED will illuminate on the Receiver and the Receiver will send a wireless,
signal back to the Transmitter confirming receipt of the Transmitter's command.
18.
TESTING THE OPERATING (POWERING) MODES – (continued)
If for some reason the Transmitter does not receive a confirmation signal from the
Receiver, within 5 seconds, the WARNING icon, on the Transmitter’s LCD screen, will
illuminate on the LCD screen and the mode selection process will need to be repeated.
Test all 4 modes in a similar manner. NOTE: Upon the Receiver receiving any of the
Transmitter’s signals, you may hear the “clicking sound” of a relay, inside the Receiver
case, further confirming receipt of the Transmitter’s command in addition to the
illumination of the corresponding LED on the Receiver case.
OPERATION OF LEDs: When any of the MODES is in a “powering state” the LED
identifying that mode, plus the ON-LED, will illuminate on the Receiver. When the same
MODE is not in a “powering state”, it’s LED will illuminate but the ON-LED will not
illuminate.
NOTE: “Powering state”, means that a MODE is being “powered” and the GREEN
LED plus the selected mode’s LED is illuminated. When the MODE is entered and no
power is being delivered, only the MODE LED will be illuminated on the Receiver.
THE OPERATING TEMPERATURES AND COLOR OF THE LEDs ON THE
RECEIVER FOR EACH MODE ARE AS FOLLOWS:
· ON: The Transmitter signals the Receiver to manage the temperature of the
water heater at the thermostat settings of the “on board” thermostat on the
water heater, usually around 120°F. When “powering”, the GREEN LED on
the Receiver will be illuminated.
· AWAY: The Transmitter signals the Receiver to manage water heater’s
operating temperature to between 75°F and 85°F and the AMBER LED on the
Receiver will be illuminated. When “powering” the water heater in the AWAY
mode, both the AMBER and the GREEN LEDs will be illuminated.
· VACATION: The Transmitter signals the Receiver to manage water heater’s
operating temperature to between 40°F and 50°F and the BLUE LED on the
Receiver will be illuminated. When “powering” the water heater in the
VACATION mode, both the BLUE and the GREEN LEDs will be illuminated.
· PROGRAM: When in the PROGRAM mode, the Transmitter signals the
Receiver, on a daily basis, to manage the water heater from a menu of
programmed timed/temperature settings, (ON and OFF), as encrypted in the
transmitter by either the “factory program” and/or the program entered into the
transmitter by the user. In the PROGRAM mode, the RED led will illuminate.
When “powering” the water heater in the PROGRAM mode, both the RED
LED and the GREEN LEDs will be illuminated.
19.
“LEARNING” PROCESS
TEACHING TRANSMITTER’S SECURITY CODE TO THE RECEIVER
NORMAL VIEW OF LCD FOLLOWING SET-UP
LCD DISPLAY SCREEN
1 2 3 4 5
6
15
7
16
8
17
9
18
10 11 12 13 14
On the following page, a brief description of the LCD SCREEN DISPLAY ICONS
is provided to understand the many features of the AQUA SMART™ system.
For a more complete explanation of the OPERATING FUNCTIONS of these features,
review the PROGRAM OPERATION and OPERATING FEATURES in a later
sections of this manual. (See pages 26-29).
20.
LCD DISPLAY SCREEN ICONS
1. PROGRAM FOR: Flashes when entering programming function. Stays
illuminated when programming times and temperatures.
2. DAY: Flashes when current day or day of week is being programmed during
initial set-up. Displays in normal state.
3. PERIOD: Displays in program mode and when programming.
4. SYNC: Indicates 2-way communication in between Transmitter and Receiver.
5. ALERT: Indicates that 2-way communication failed. Check operation at the
RECEIVER with Transmitter nearby.
6. MODE: Indicates MODE of operation. ON-AWAY-VACATION-PROGRAM.
7. HEATER: Flashes when entering programming function. Stays illuminated
when programming times and temperatures.
ON-OFF Icons: Display when entering program settings. Flashes when
programming the ON and OFF times and temperatures.
8. USB: Reserved for future wireless feature. Not in operation on this model.
9. OVERRIDE: Displays when “programmed” SET TEMPERATURE is
overridden. Override operates in the PROGRAM mode only.
10. kWh Use/MO.: Displays and stores kWh usage for a 30 day period before
automatically resetting to “zero”. Transmitter stores 12 previous kWh readings
11. TIME: Displays the CURRENT time in AM-PM.
12. HEATING: The word HEATING and the STEAM TRAILS will begin blinking
when the water heater is in the “powering” state.
13. BALANCING: During initial set up of system, icon begins blinking when
“BALANCEING” actual water heater temperature with the
Thermal Sensor reading.
14. SENSOR TEMP SET: Displays temperatures in the BALANCING process
and in 5°F increments in the PROGRAMMING mode.
15. BATTERY: Battery power is low. Replace batteries in 2-4 weeks.
16. LOCK: Displays when “LOCK OUT” of Transmitter is engaged.
17. SENSOR TEMP: Displays the THERMAL SENSOR temperature from the
HOT water pipe.
18. °F°/C: Factory programmed in °F (Fahrenheit). User can change to
°C (Celsius).
TRANSMITTER FUNCTIONS
In the sections that follow, each ICON and Transmitter function will be discussed, in
detail, to provide a full understanding of the software logic that “commands” the AQUA
SMART™ system. Detailing these functions allows user to fully understand the “logic” of
the various features in the AQUA SMART™ system.
Further demonstrations of these functions can be found on our
website/video at: www.aquaenergysaver.com. We suggest viewing this
video to answer any questions about the AQUA SMART™ system.
21.
TRANSMITTER
LCD & SET
-
UP
Follow the SET-UP procedures below, upon FIRST USE of the transmitter.
INITIAL SET: Push and hold SET button for more than 5 seconds and then
release button for initial set-up. A beeping sound will be heard. The initial settings
include settings for TIME, °F/°C conversion, DAY of the Week, BALANCING and
WATTAGE of Water Heater.
A.
SETTING CURRENT TIME: Following the
push of the SET button in the step above, the
HOUR digits will begin blinking in the TIME
window. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to set
the current HOUR, in the corresponding
AM/PM time period. Press SET button again
and the MINUTES will begin blinking. Press
the UP/DOWN buttons to set the current
MINUTES. Press the SET button again and
the °F/°C will begin blinking.
C. SETTING THE TEMPERATURE SCALE:
Press the UP/DOWN buttons to change the
°F/°C scale. (Factory setting is °F). Press
the SET button again. The icon S will begin
blinking prompting the user to enter the
current DAY of the week.
22.
D. SETTING THE DAY OF THE WEEK:
To change to the current DAY of the week,
press the UP/DOWN button to display
current DAY. The press the SET button and
the BALANCING window will begin blinking.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are not able to preform the next 2 SET-UP proceedures
within the next 30 seconds, the transmitter will return to its NORMAL STATE.
When you are ready to restart the SET-UP again, press the SET button for 5
seconds, release button and scroll to CRITICAL ADJUSTMENTS #1 and #2
pressing the SET button several times and prepare to enter the required data.
# 1 - BALANCING THE THERMAL SENSOR
PREVIOUS INSTRUCTIONS, ON PAGE 6, RECOMMENDED THAT YOU RECORD THE
WATER TEMPERATURE FROM THE THERMOMETER STRIP.THIS IS THE READING THAT
IS TO BE ENTERED IN THE SENSOR TEMP WINDOW ON THE TRANSMITTER’S LCD.
A small THERMOMETER STRIP has been supplied to allow user to measure the
ACTUAL temperature of the hot water coming out of a water faucet supplied by the water
heater. During the initial set-up process, user MUST adjust the SENSOR TEMP to the
actual water temperature coming from a HOT water faucet in the home. From a faucet
nearest the hot water heater, fill a glass with hot water and drop the temperature strip
into the water. Observe the mid- temperature strip reading on the temperature strip
comparing this reading in the SENSOR TEMP window on the Transmitter’s LCD screen.
TEMPERATURE STRIP IN GLASS OF HOT WATER
TEMPERATURE STRIP
Using the UP / DOWN buttons, adjust the
SENSOR TEMP temperature reading on the
LCD screen to closely match the temperature
of the HOT water coming from the water
faucet. The “BALANCING” numbers will
display in both the SENSOR TEMP and
SENSOR TEMP SET windows on the LCD
screen during this process. Press the SET
button to hold the new BALANCED
temperature reading.
23.
UP
DOWN
SET
TWO IMPORTANT SETTINGS MUST BE MADE OR
THE SYSTEM
WILL NOT ACCURATELY CALCULATE THE TEMPERATURE DATA
AT THIS TIME, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE USER REVIEW
THESE TWO SET – UP PROCEEDURES SO THAT DATA IS READY TO BE
ENTERED INTO THE TRANSMITTER, WHEN PROMPTED.
#1 – BALANCING THERMAL SENSOR TEMPERATURE
#2
–
WATER HEATER WATTAGE RATING
INITIAL SET
–
UP
&
PROGRAMMING OF THE TRANSMITTER
BALANCING FEATURE- (continued)
This procedure allows for a more accurate “temperature “triggering” of the
AQUA SMART™ system to the Transmitters newly, “BALANCED” temperature.
TECHNICAL NOTE: When user activates the BALANCING process and determines
that additional BALANCING degrees are needed to be added to the Transmitter’s
software, these additional degrees can be added by pressing the UP/DOWN buttons on
the Transmitter thereby BALANCING the faucet’s HOT water temperature to the
SENSOR TEMP display on the LCD screen. Initially, the factory has embedded 10°F in
the Transmitter’s software. User can reduce the 10°F or add up to 25°F to the balancing
process depending on the climate and location of the water heater, in single digits.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If the “balancing process”, is NOT ACTIVATED, the factory has
added a 10°F differential into the transmitter’s software. The purpose of the 10°F
differential is to compensate for the average, ambient temperature change between the
hot water heater and the THERMAL SENSOR reading on the hot water pipe.
Some newer water heaters have a “heat trap” component, installed in the HOT water
outlet pipe preventing heated water from being drawn into the home’s piping system
when there is no demand for HOT water. This can reduce the pipe temperature at the
location of the THERMAL SENSOR. The 10°F will remain in the software whether or not
the user activates the “balancing process”. After the balancing process has been
completed, the new SENSOR number will display in the SENSOR TEMP window, only.
Continuing to the last Initial Set-Up procedure, press the SET button to continue
programming the WATTAGE of the water heater that the Receiver has been installed on.
# 2 WATER HEATER WATTAGE RATING
WATER HEATER WATTAGE RATING: The water heater WATTAGE rating must be
entered into the transmitter during the INITIAL SET- UP procedure. User MUST match
the WATTAGE rating of the water heater to the Receiver that the AQUA SMART™ has
been installed on. This procedure is necessary to allow the system’s software to
accurately calculate the kWh electrical usage when the water heater is operating.
On the front of the water heater jacket,
there will be several labels. Locate the
label that lists the water heater
capacity and electrical specifications.
A standard label will then list PHASE,
VOLTAGE-AC, UPPER ELEMENT,
LOWER ELEMENT and TOTAL
CONNECTED WATTS. (Continued)
24.
WATER HEATER WATTAGE RATING- (continued)
These headings may be followed by two columns of ratings listed as PHASE 1. The first
column may be headed 208
and the second may be headed 240.The column headed
208 will list wattage ratings for 208 voltage systems, usually found in CANADA. The
column headed 240 will list wattage ratings for 240 voltage systems, found in the U.S.
User MUST locate the water heater wattage rating from the label on
the front of the water heater or Owner’s manual and enter that data
during the SET–UP procedure.
During the initial set up, user MUST set
the WATTAGE rating. in the transmitter
to match the water heater WATTAGE
rating that the Receiver has been installed
on. The factory-set number 3000W. Press
the UP/DOWN buttons to make the
change. The WATTAGE rating numbers
appear in the kWh Use/Mo. window on
the LCD screen.
Changes to the WATTAGE rating can be viewed in this window and are listed in 100
watt increments. Scroll through the water heater WATTAGE ratings on the LCD screen
and when user’s water heater rating is displayed, in the kWh Use/Mo. window, press the
SET button matching the two WATTAGE rating numbers. This completes the transmitter
set-up and the icons should stop blinking and the LCD should appear as pictured below.
The AQUA SMART™ system is designed to operate on electric hot water heaters rated
from 3000W to 6000W.
25.
THE INITIAL SET
-
UP OF THE TRANSMITTER HAS BEEN COMPLETED
AND THE NORMAL STATE OF THE LCD SHOULD APPEAR AS BELOW
THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS REGARDING PROGRAM OPERATION ARE
ONLY APPLICIABLE WHEN USER SCROLLS TO THE PROGRAM MODE.
The AQUA SMART™ can operate from a factory-installed program or one entered by
the user. A description of both these programs follows with reprogramming instructions.
FACTORY-SET PROGRAM – The transmitter has a factory-set program that has been
encrypted into the software with factory-set, ON-OFF settings to operate the water
heater. This factory-set program will operate ONLY when in the PROGRAM mode, and
will be overridden when a user enters his personal program. The factory –set program
is displayed below:
FAC
FACTORY-SET PROGRAM
MODE ON (TEMP. SETTING) OFF (TEMP. SETTING)
MORN: 5:00 am (120°F) 8:00 am (75°F)
DAY: 4:00 pm (120°F) 6:00 pm (75°F)
NITE: 7:00 pm (120°F) 9:00 pm (75°F)
The temperature for the ON setting is 120°F. However, if the “on board” thermostat
settings on the users’ hot water heater are higher than 120°F, the software commands
the system to “default” to the “on board” thermostat setting on the water heater. For
safety purposes, this setting should be at 120°F. However, it could be higher if the user
has set the “on board” thermostats to a higher temperature, but only 120°F will show on
the LCD.
The temperature for the OFF setting is 75°F. When the water temperature drops to
75°F, the water heater is “powered” and shuts off at 80°F.
Review the matrix/protocol for the ON - OFF temperature settings and the “triggering
spreads” between ON - OFF at the end of this manual. (See pages 36-37).
IMPORTANT NOTE: The FACTORY –SET program settings may not match with the
user’s daily activities and reprogramming, by the user, may be necessary. User
programming instructions are covered on pages 27-29.
26.
PROGRAM OPERATION OF THE AQUA SMART™ SYSTEM – (continued)
USER-SET PROGRAMMING PROCEEDURES- User may change the following
settings, but only in the PROGRAM mode. Below is a list of “user” program
settings.
· PERIODS OF THE DAY: MORN DAY NITE
(For each DAY OF THE WEEK: S - M - T - W - T - F - S)
· HOUR OF DAY WITHIN EACH PERIOD
· ON - OFF TEMPERATURE SETTINGS WITHIN EACH PERIOD
User can program the daily operation of the AQUA SMART™
system following the programming procedures below.
1. Press and hold the PROGRAM button for
more than 5 seconds. The shaded boxes
with the PROGRAM FOR and HEATER
words will begin blinking and the word, ON,
will display. (S, MORN, 5:00AM, °F and
120°F will also be displayed).
NOTE: The INITIAL SET-UP procedures
must have been previously entered or the
user programming cannot be continued.
2. To program the PERIOD and DAY for the
heater to go ON, press the UP/DOWN
buttons scrolling through the PERIODS.
(The days will advance as you scroll
through the periods). When the PERIOD
and DAY are selected, press the
PROGRAM button. The PROGRAM FOR
and HEATER words will stop blinking and
the word, ON, and the HOUR digit will begin
blinking.
3. To set the HOUR for the heater to go ON,
press the UP/DOWN buttons, adjusting the
time, in full hour increments. Press the
PROGRAM button to set the HOUR and the
SENSOR TEMP SET temperature will begin
blinking.
27
.
PROGRAM OPERATION OF THE AQUA SMART™ SYSTEM
4. To set the water TEMPERATURE for
the heater to go ON, press the UP/DOWN
buttons to program water heater to go ON
at the time entered in step 3.
Press the PROGRAM button again and
the word, OFF, and the HOUR digits will
begin blinking.
5. To set the HOUR for the water heater
to go OFF, press the UP/DOWN buttons,
adjusting the time, in full hour
increments and press the PROGRAM
button to set the HOUR. The SENSOR
TEMP SET temperature will begin
blinking.
6. To set the water TEMPERATURE for
the heater to go OFF, press the
UP/DOWN buttons to program water
heater to go OFF at the time entered in
step 5. Press the PROGRAM button again
and the PROGRAM FOR and HEATER
words will begin blinking.
The next PERIOD and the next DAY will
advance after programming the NITE
period.
The PROGRAM FOR and HEATER
words will begin blinking.
7. To set the next DAY & PERIOD, press
the PROGRAM button again and then
repeat steps 2-7 to complete the user
programming process.
8. At the end of the user programming
process, press the SET button to “lock in”
the new “user program”.
28.
IMPORTANT NOTE: User settings are limited to between 75°F and 120°F. The
lowest temperature for the OFF setting is 75°F. When the water temperature drops
to 75°F, the water heater is “powered” and shuts off at 80°F. The highest OFF
temperature setting is 120°F.
MATRIX - PROTOCAL TEMPERATURE RESTRICTIONS
When user SETS a temperature to ON, user can also set the OFF temperature, however, the
setting for the OFF temperature can be no less than 10°F from the ON temperature setting.
Review the matrix - protocol charts for the ON - OFF temperature settings and “triggering
spreads” between ON - OFF on pages 36-37.
Temperature settings between the 75°F and 120°F will operate within a 5°F temperature
spread/swing. (See page 37).Should user want to set lower temperatures, user can activate the
VACATION mode but will have to remember to return to another mode for higher temperatures.
7. PROGRAM REVIEW: To review
program settings, enter a short push of the
PROGRAM button which enables user to
review either the factory-set or user-set
PROGRAM settings. Then, continue to
enter short pushes on the PROGRAM
button to review all the programmed
settings. Press SET button when review
completed.
CHANGING/CANCELLING PROGRAMS: User may change the factory-set program by
following the procedures as outlined in steps 1-6. Should user wish to return to the factory-set
program, PUSH and HOLD the UP and PROGRAM buttons, at the same time for more than 5
seconds, and user-set program is cancelled and the system reverts back to the factory-set
program. The transmitter will emit 4 short beeps confirming the cancellation step.
8. OVERRIDE: The OVERRIDE
feature only operates in the PROGRAM
mode. User may change the current
SET TEMPERATURE in the
PROGRAM mode without changing the
other programs stored in the transmitter.
When in the PROGRAM mode, user
can push UP/DOWN buttons to change
factory-set and/or user-set
TEMPERATURE settings, in single
digits.
The word OVERRIDE will appear on the LCD and the OVERRIDE feature activates. The
OVERRIDE setting will be automatically cancelled at the start of the next PROGRAM PERIOD
.
29.
SECTION 5
Once the AQUA SMART™ is properly installed and the Transmitter has been “set-up”
and “programmed”, the system is ready to begin reducing energy costs. It is imperative
that the USER becomes PROACTIVE in setting one of the MODES when there is a
planned absence from the home. If the PROGRAM MODE is engaged, the savings
may be even greater as the system will be automatic, on a daily basis.
To help with the energy saving process, when the user has forgotten to
engage the AQUA SMART™ system, the system has a Built-In feature
referred to as the AQUA SMART MODE.
AQUA SMART MODE: The AQUA SMART™ system includes another ENERGY
SAVINGS feature that “automatically” produces energy savings when the user forgets to
set a MODE prior to leaving the residence for more than two days. A brief explanation
follows:
· The AQUA SMART™ system monitors changes in the hot water temperature using
the THERMAL SENSOR that is attached to the hot water pipe on the hot water
heater. During every 3 hour period, the SENSOR records temperature changes,
storing the information in the system’s software. If, during this 3 hour period, there is
a change in the water temperature, these records are erased and the system begins
a new 3 hour monitoring period.
· If there are no temperature changes, greater than 10° F during a 2 day period, the
system AUTOMATICALLY defaults to the AWAY mode setting. In the AWAY mode,
the temperature is maintained between 75° F and 85°F. The water heater reduces
energy consumption while in the AWAY mode.
· When the AQUA SMART MODE is engaged, the AWAY icon on the Transmitter, will
cycle ON and OFF for 1 second, alternately. Additionally, the Transmitter will emit 8
short, beeping sounds, at the transmitter, every 15 minutes alerting the returning
homeowner that the system has entered the AWAY setting in the AQUA SMART
MODE and the user needs to reset the Transmitter. The AMBER LED on the
Receiver will also be blinking.
30.
OPERATING FEATURES OF THE AQUA SMART™ SYSTEM - (continued)
KILOWATT (kWh) HOUR USAGE
The AQUA SMART™ system
features an ENERGY USAGE factor
which uses its software to calculate
the amount of time the water heater is
operating sending that data to the
Transmitter. This data will be
displayed in kWh Use/Mo window on
the LCD screen.
Each 30 days, the Transmitter resets the kilowatt usage data to zero (0) allowing the
user to review energy usage for each 30 day period. User can override kWh Use/MO.
setting and reset to “0” at any time to restart calculation.
NOTE: This feature will only be accurate if the user has entered the water heater’s
WATTAGE RATING. (See pages 24-25 for proper setting).
To reset this reading, push and hold the SET and DOWN buttons, at the same time, for
more than 5 seconds.
This feature also stores up to 12 previous records of kilowatt usage. To review previous
records, push and hold the SET and PROGRAM buttons for more than 5 seconds and
those records will appear in the kWh Use/Mo. window. At the same time, the number
of stored records will appear in the TIME window on the LCD. To return to the normal
state, press SET button.
This feature allows the user to monitor the energy use of the hot water heater and
adjust the system to maximize energy savings by being PROACTIVE in engaging the
energy saving features of the AQUA SMART™ system.
HEATING ICON: When the
AQUA SMART™ system is in the
ON or “powering state”, in any of
the MODES, the HEATING icon
(with steam trails) will begin blinking
and continue blinking until the power
to the water heater switched OFF.
31.
OPERATING FEATURES OF THE AQUA SMART™ SYSTEM
OPERATING FEATURES OF THE AQUA SMART™ SYSTEM - (continued)
TWO-WAY COMMUNICATION:
A “two-way” SYNC icon will be displayed
on the LCD screen indicating that the
radio frequency (RF) signals, between
Transmitter and the Receiver, are
communicating with each other confirming
commands sent by the Transmitter and/or
the Receiver. This icon will be illuminated
at all times. Should the 2 way
communication between the Transmitter
and/or the Receiver be interrupted or stop
working, a series of 4 rapid beeps will be
emitted from the Transmitter, every 15
minutes, to alert the user of a problem that
needs to be corrected.
WARNING TRIANGLE: A “warning” icon
is displayed, on the LCD, when the
Transmitter is out of the RF operating
range of the Receiver, as well as
indicating other problems with the AQUA
SMART™ system. A beeping signal,
consisting of 4 rapid beeps every 15
minutes emits from the Transmitter,
indicating there is a problem which the
user must resolve. (See page 38).
LOW BATTERY: A “low battery” icon
alerts homeowner when it is time to
replace batteries with a “blinking” icon.
When battery is low, the Transmitter will
emit 3 long beeps every hour to remind
user to change batteries. It is suggested
that batteries be replaced every 12
months. The Transmitter operates on
2-AAA batteries. When the batteries are
removed, the software in the Transmitter
will memorialize all settings with the
exception of TIME, DAY of WEEK,
TEMPERATURE SENSOR and KWh Use.
32.
LOCKOUT: A “lockout” feature allows the
user to set a LOCKOUT mode on the
Transmitter, only to be unlocked by the user
that programmed the Transmitter. Press
and hold the SET and UP buttons for more
than 5 seconds to activate or deactivate this
feature.
MOUNTING THE TRANSMITTER
After testing and observing the MODE operations of the Transmitter in the proximity of
the water heater/Receiver, take the Transmitter to the area in the home that you plan to
install it.
NOTE: It is advised that you test all MODES, on the Transmitter, from the remote
location that you plan to install the Transmitter. Depending on the distance from
the water heater and from any electrical interference in the home, you want to be
sure the wireless Transmitter operates from this remote location.
It is recommended that the Transmitter be mounted on a wall near the home's
heating/cooling thermostat. Positioning near the home thermostat prompts the user to
“set back” both the water heater and the heating/cooling thermostat, at the same time,
thereby conserving energy throughout the home.
With the PAPER TEMPLATE provided with the Transmitter hardware package, mark two
mounting holes on the wall with a pencil. SUGGESTION: Use a level to align properly.
Follow the mounting instructions written on the TEMPLATE, below.
33.
The previous sections in this manual have been instructive from the standpoint of
providing the user a thorough understanding all the various features that have been
included in the AQUA SMART™ system.
The key element in saving electrical energy, using the AQUA SMART™ system, is
WITH THE USER. With a conscious effort by the user to engage and monitor the
AQUA SMART™ system, hundreds of dollars can be saved each year and over the
lifetime of the installation.
The LCD displays the 4 operating MODES that are the operating protocol for the
AQUA SMART ™ system and are activated by the MODE button on the Transmitter.
The TRANSMITTER operates in one of 4 modes: ON–AWAY – VACATION- PROGRAM
ON MODE: In the ON mode, the water heater will operate at 120°F or at whatever
thermostat setting on at the water heater’s thermostats. Manufacturers’ factory settings
are usually at 120°F but can be adjusted by the homeowner. The ON setting is the least
economical setting for the system but is necessary when the residence is occupied.
The normal operating temperature of the AQUA SMART™ system, when NOT in the
AWAY, VACATION or PROGRAM modes, will be whatever the “on board” thermostat
settings are on the water heater. (See water heater’s operating manual to make any
temperature adjustments).
Review the CPSC Government chart regarding the Danger Zones
for hot water heating in an earlier section in this manual. (See page 37).
34.
SELECTING THE OPERATING MODE FOR THE MOST EFFICIENT OPERATION
OF THE AQUA SMART SYSTEM – (Continued)
AWAY MODE: In the AWAY MODE, the water heater will operate between 75°F and
85° F reducing the energy consumption when the homeowner is away for 2 days or up to
7 days. As an electric water heater can consume from between 17% to 29% of a
residential electric bill, reducing the amount of energy to maintain higher temperatures is
recommended.
VACATION MODE: In the VACATION MODE, the water heater will operate between
40°F and 50°F thereby reducing energy consumption. This setting is recommended
when the homeowner will be away for 7 days or longer periods of time. This is the most
economical mode to engage for the greatest energy savings. When the AQUA
SMART™ system is in this mode, there continues to be power to the water heater and it
safely maintains the water temperature in the water heater, above the freezing point of
(32°F/0°C), when the water heater installation is in a garage or in a vacation home.
NOTE: Depending on the make and age of the water heater that the AQUA SMART™
system has been installed on, the water temperature recovery from the VACATION
mode to the normal water temperature can range between 1 and up to 2 hours.
PROGRAM MODE: When engaged in the PROGRAM mode, the water heater operates
at the “factory-set program” or the “user-set” program entered by the user during the
PROGRAMMING process.
The Transmitter has a “default”, FACTORY-SET program encrypted into the software
which will operate system only in PROGRAM mode. Should user decide to revert to the
FACTORY-SET program, after completing the USER-SET programming process, user
can push and hold the UP and the PROGRAM buttons, at the same time, for 5 or more
seconds and cancel the USER-SET program and revert back the FACTORY-SET
program. This will cancel the user-set program that had been previously entered. User
will have to enter a new program should the old program be deleted.
UNDERSTANDING THE ADVANTAGES OF SETTING THE MODES OF OPERATION
OF THE AQUA SMART™ WATER HEATER, WIRELESS SYSTEM WILL SAVE
ENERGY COSTS THROUGHOUT THE LIFE OF THE WATER HEATER.
35.
MODE
SELECTING
THE
OPERATING
MODE
FOR
THE
MOST
EFFICIENT
OPERATION
OF
THE
AQUA
SMART
SYSTEM
OPERATING THE AQUA SMART™ SYSTEM
FOR EXAMPLE: If the ON temperature is to be 115°F, then the OFF
temperature can be no higher than 105°F, but could be as low as 75°F.
36.
FOR EXAMPLE: If the SET temperatures 110°F and the operating “spread” between ON
and OFF is 5F°, then the water heater would cycle OFF at 115F°and cycle ON at 110F°
Temperature SPREAD between ON/OFF
PROGRAMMED
TEMPERATURE
SETTINGS
TO ON in (°F)
5°F SPREAD
BETWEEN
CLOSE (ON) ~ OPEN
(OFF)
TEMPERATURES
120
DEFAULTS TO ON
BOARD SETTING
115
115~120
110
110~115
105
105~110
100
100~105
95
95~100
90
90~95
85
85~90
80
80~85
75
75~80
The “on-board” thermostats on a hot water heater, coming from the factory, are usually
set at around 120°F. Homeowners can adjust the thermostats on the water heater but
the risk of setting the water temperature too high can increase the risk of scalding. Below
is a chart published by the U.S. Government, C.P.S.C. Department that highlights the
dangers of setting the thermostats higher than 120°F.
37.
User-programmed ON/OFF Temperatures
ON/
(°F)
OFF
120
115
110
105
100
95 90 85 80 75
120
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
115
X X X X X X X X X X
110
OK X X X X X X X X
105
OK OK X X X X X X X X
100
OK OK OK X X X X X X X
95
OK
OK
OK
OK
X
X
X
X
X
X
90 OK OK OK OK OK X X X X X
85
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
X
X
X
X
80 OK OK OK OK OK OK OK X X X
75
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
X
X
UNDERSTANDING SOFTWARE MATRIX/PROTOCAL WHEN USER ENTERS
TEMPERATURE PROGRAMMING FOR ON/OFF CYCLES. (Continued)
Water Time for Time for
Temperature °F 1st Degree Burns 2nd & 3rd Degree
(Less Severe Burns) (Most Severe Burns)
110 (normal shower temp)
116 (pain threshold)
116 35 minutes 45 minutes
122 1 minute 5 minutes
131 5 seconds 25 seconds
140 2 seconds 5 seconds
149 1 second 2 seconds
154 instantaneous 1 second
WATER TEMPERATURE
ADJUSTMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
UNDERSTANDING SOFTWARE MA
TRIX
/
PROTOCAL WHEN
USER ENTERS TEMPERATURE PROGRAMMING FOR ON/OFF
CYCLES.
TEMPERATURE CONVERSION FORMULAS
To convert a F° temperature to C° do the following:
Take F° temperature, subtract 32 then divide by 1.8, equals C°
EXAMPLE: 120°F - 32 divide by 1.8 = 49 °C
To convert a C° temperature to F° do the following:
Take °C temperature, multiply by 1.8, add 32, equals F°
EXAMPLE: 49°C x 1.8 + 32 = 120°F
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
There are numerous possibilities that could cause a malfunction of the water heater
and/or the AQUA SMART™ system. To properly diagnose any problems, first
troubleshoot the WATER HEATER and then the AQUA SMART™ system. To do this,
refer to page 16 of this manual for an understanding of the BY-PASS switch.
NOTE: Be sure to check the batteries in the transmitter to be sure they are at full
power.
1. First, be sure that the power source has not been interrupted by checking the
panel box making sure the breaker has not tripped or a fuse has blown.
2. If that was not the problem, then move the BY-PASS switch, on the Receiver,
from AUTO to BY-PASS position allowing the water heater to be powered
directly from the power source.
3. Then check the operation of the WATER HEATER performing all the
Troubleshooting Tests recommended in the, Owner’s Manual that came with
the water heater. This will entail checking the incoming power/voltage with a
circuit tester or volt meter, determining that the RED, hi-limit switch/Reset button
has not been tripped, and checking for defective thermostats or heating
elements.
4. Check that the thermostat setting is at the recommended 120 °F.
If all of the above tests prove positive, then switch the BY-PASS switch back to AUTO
and start testing the AQUA SMART™ Receiver.
1. First check the batteries in the transmitter to be sure they are at full power.
2. Remove the transmitter from the wall where it has been installed and begin
testing within 3 feet from the water heater/Receiver. (See pages 18-19).
3. Be sure that the LEDs are working by changing the MODES on the transmitter.
If the LEDs illuminate on the Receiver and you hear a clicking sound, then the
transmitter and AQUA SMART™ Receiver are communicating.
As with other electrical devices, sometimes removing the power source from the
device will reset the software and the problem may resolve itself with this simple
operation. Try re-setting the circuit breaker at the power source.
4. If the relay does not respond and the LEDs are not changing, then there may be
an internal problem with the Receiver which will require the removal of the
Receiver cover to check the circuits.
If you are not familiar with testing electrical components, we STRONGLY
recommend that you contact a qualified electrician to conduct a further diagnosis
of the Receiver. Visit our website: www.aquaenergysaver.com for further
information on troubleshooting.
38.
SPECIFCATIONS - WARRANTY
FCC ID #s: Transmitter- xxxxxxxxxxxxxx Receiver - xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Canadian ISC ID #’s: Transmitter- xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx: Receiver- xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Operating Frequency: 433.9 MHz ETL Control No.: xxxxxxxxxxxxx
The AQUA SMART™ system has been tested to UL Standard #873 and
CSA Standard C22.2 No. 24 and meets all safety requirements.
POWER SPECIFICATIONS:
RECEIVER: 208 - 240VAC (Coming from the incoming power lines).
TRANSMITTER: BATTERIES: 3V – 2 AAA - 1.5 V Alkaline Batteries
39.
Register your
AQUA SMART™
system at:
www.aquaenergysaver.com/warranty
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To obtain technical, warranty or service assistance for the AQUA SMART™ system, visit our
website at: www.aquaenergysaver.com
Please have the following information available when making inquiry:
Model #: 91510 Date of installation: ______________________
Date Code: ____________ Place of Purchase: ______________________
An electronic version of the AQUA SMART OWNER’S MANUAL,
translated in FRENCH, can be found on our website:
www.aquaenergysaver.com
Une version électronique de l'AQUA SMART Manuel du propriétaire, traduit en
français, peut être trouvé sur notre site web :
www.aquaenergysaver.com
LIMITED WARRANTY
The AQUA SMART™ system is warranted for 1 YEAR from date of purchase, or
installation by the original purchaser, to be free of defects in materials and workmanship.
Damage to the AQUA SMART™ system caused by accident, misuse, abuse, or
installation, whether performed by a contractor, a service company or owner is not covered
by this warranty. The company will not be responsible for labor charges and/or damage
incurred in the installation, repair, replacement, or for incidental or consequential damages.
Batteries and any damage caused by them are not covered by this warranty.
Some states, provinces and nations do not allow exclusion or limitations of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary by state,
province or nation.
