waterway Power Defender 165 Variable Speed Pumps Installation Guide
- June 8, 2024
- waterway
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waterway Power Defender 165 Variable Speed Pumps
Introduction
Power Defender 165/225/270 Variable Speed Pumps can be connected to the Waterway OASIS Pool Controller via quick and direct communication through a RS-485 cord. This provides full control with respect to schedule and speed of the variable speed pump (see page 13 of the OASIS manual). Or it can be connected to other brands of pool controller such as Jandy, Pentair, and more… utilizing auxilary relays to operate up to 4 different speeds as shown below. For further information, see page 24 of the Waterway Variable Speed Motor Manual.
| INP #1 | 1350 RPM |
|---|---|
| INP #2 | 1725 RPM |
| INP #3 | 2760 RPM |
| INP #4 | 3450 RPM |
System Level Control Wiring Diagram
Typical Connection using 3 relays to control INP #2, INP #3, and INP #4
NOTE: +12v is jumped to each relay
WARNING
Access to these terminals is in close proximity to the main connectors which
carry line voltage capable of causing personal injury or damaging the
equipment if contact is made. Power should be turned off when accessing this
area.
NOTE: The controller is rated to accept digital input from the onboard +12V terminal.
In order to use Digital Inputs:
- Connect the +12V from the pump to the desired input through a relay on a controller.
- When the relay is closed and 12V is provided to an input connection, the pump will run that corresponding speed.
NOTE: A generic wiring diagram is provided in Figure 1 for connecting the
Power Defender 165/225/270 to a “System Level Controller”. The concept can be
applied to a solar system or another type of control system.
NOTE: There is no schedule for digital inputs. The timing for each speed
is controlled directly by the digital inputs.
NOTE : The digital inputs have the highest priority among all the inputs
(i.e. keypad, serial or digital.) Therefore the serial commands as well as the
User Interface inputs will be ignored when a digital input is present.
NOTE: If more than one digital input (switch) is present the Power
Defender 165/225/270 will give priority to the highest number digital input.
Therefore INP# 4 has the highest priority followed by INP# 3, then INP# 2,
then INP# 1.
NOTE: If no digital input is detected, the Power Defender 165/225/270
will automatically start the schedule if the START key was pressed prior to
the application of a digital input.
System Controllers – AquaLink
Wiring Diagram for AquaLink with Power Defender 165/225/270
Typical Examples for Reference Only
NOTE 1: Filter Pump Relay must be connected to INP# 4 for the Spa mode
feature to function Properly.
A typical example of wiring may vary depending on the controller manufacturer’s design and schematics. Installer must verify proper wriring with manufacturer of system controller. Waterway does not assume responsibility for any miswiring
Wiring Diagram for IntelliTouch with Power Defender 165/225/270
System Controllers – ProLogic
Wiring Diagram for ProLogic with Power Defender 165/225/270
Similar to the AquaLink
– 12V from the RS485 can be wired to the LINE IN of each AUX.
LOAD OUT will be the input for each digital signal.
A typical example of wiring may vary depending on the controller manufacturer’s design and schematics. Installer must verify proper wriring with manufacturer of system controller. Waterway does not assume responsibility for any miswiring
System Controllers – Multiwave
Wiring Diagram for Multiwave with Power Defender 165/225/270
Select Breaker to match wire size and load requirement. Observe maximum
control circuit capacity.
Make sure voltage selector switch is in 120V positon before applying power to
Terminals 1 & 2.
A typical example of wiring may vary depending on the controller manufacturer’s design and schematics. Installer must verify proper wriring with manufacturer of system controller. Waterway does not assume responsibility for any miswiring
WARRANTY
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