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SunTouch Pool and Spa Control System Installation and User’s Guide
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Important Notice:
Attention Installer: This manual contains important information about the installation, operation and safe use of
this product. This information should be given to the owner and/or operator of this equipment. When installing
and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
WARNING:IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
•DANGER! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, WHICH CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Before attempting installation or service, ensure that all power to the circuit supplying power to the
system is disconnected/turned off at the circuit breaker.
• Grounding (earth bonding) is required. The SunTouch Power Center should be installed by a qualified
professional and grounded.
•Read Safety Precautions and Important Instructions. Before attempting any electrical wiring, be
sure to read and follow Safety Instructions. Wiring should only be performed by a qualified
professional.
WARNING - Before installing this product, read and follow all warning notices and instructions which are
included. Failure to follow safety warnings and instructions can result in severe injury, death, or property
damage. Call (800) 831-7133 for additional free copies of these instructions.
WARNING - Water temperature in excess of 100 degrees Fahrenheit may be hazardous to your health.
Prolonged immersion in hot water may induce hyperthermia. Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature
of the body reaches a level several degrees above normal body temperature of 98.6° F (37° C). The symptoms
of hyperthermia include drowsiness, lethargy, dizziness, fainting, and an increase in the internal temperature of
the body.
The effects of hyperthermia include: 1) Unawareness of impending danger. 2) Failure to perceive heat. 3) Failure
to recognize the need to leave the spa. 4) Physical inability to exit the spa. 5) Fetal damage in pregnant women.
6) Unconsciousness resulting in danger of drowning.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely
supervised at all times.
WARNING - The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal
hyperthermia in hot tubs and spas.
WARNING - Control System is intended to control heaters with built-in high limit circuits ONLY. Failure to do
so may cause property damage or personal injury. All water will be routed through the heater assembly.
WARNING - Do not use this product to control an automatic pool cover. Swimmers may become entrapped
underneath the cover.