GECKO in.k300 Compact Full-Function Keypad User Guide
- June 5, 2024
- Gecko
Table of Contents
GECKO in.k300 Compact Full-Function Keypad
Quick Reference Card
Please consult your spa user manual for complete info on the features of your spa system.
Compact full-function keypad
The Quick Reference Card provides an overview of your spa’s main functions
and the operations accessible from your digital keypad. This QRC depicts a
generic overlay, custom versions may vary.
Description
Spa Functions
Off Mode
Pressing Pump 1 for 5 seconds will enable the Off mode. This mode allows
you to stop all outputs including automatic functions such as filter cycle,
heat request and smart winter mode for 30 minutes to perform quick spa
maintenance. When Off mode is active, the display will toggle between the
“OFF” message, the clock and the water temperature. The spa light will flash
for a few seconds before the end of the 30 minutes to warn you that the system
is about to resume its normal operation. Press Pump 1 or Pump 2 (if available)
to restart the system before the expiration of the 30-minute delay. When the
system resumes its normal operation, the display shows “On“ for 3 seconds.
Pump 1
Press the Pump 1 key to turn Pump 1 on at low speed. Press a second time to
turn pump to high speed (with a dual-speed pump*). A third time turns pump
off. A built-in timer automatically turns pump off after 20 minutes, unless
pump has been manually deactivated first.The “Pump 1” indicator lights up when
Pump 1 is on. With a dual-speed pump, the indicator will flash when pump 1 is
on at low speed.
Pump 2 key
Not available on all models press Pump 2 key to turn Pump 2 on at low
speed. Press a second time to turn pump to high speed (with a dual-speed
pump*). A third time turns pump off. A built-in timer automatically turns pump
off after 20 minutes, unless pump has been manually deactivated first.The
“Pump 2” indicator lights up when Pump 2 is on. With a dual-speed pump, the
indicator will flash when pump 2 is on at low speed.
Light key
Press Light key to turn light on. A second press turns light off. A built-
in timer automatically turns lightoff after 2 hours, unless it has been
manually deactivated first. The “Light” indicator lights up when light is on.
Up/Down keys use
Up or Down key to set desired water temperature. The temperature setting
will be displayed for 2 seconds to confirm your new selection. 2 pump spas
have a combined Up/Down key. Hold the button to increase the parameter and
release the button to stop. Hold the button again to decrease the
parameter.The “Set Point” icon indicates that the display shows the desired
temperature, NOT the current water temperature single speed pump: press Pump
key to turn pump on. Press Pump key again to turn pump off.
Programming Steps
Program menu
The program menu is accessible by holding down the Light key for 5 seconds.
In the program menu the following parameters can be set: clock, the filter or
purge cycles, economy mode and temperature units. While you are in the program
menu, use the Up or Down key to adjust the parameters and use the Light key to
jump to the next parameter.The changes will be saved after the confirmation of
the last parameter only. If there is no action taken for 10 seconds, the
system will exit the program menu without saving any changes.
Setting the clock
Enter the program menu by holding down the Light key for 5 seconds. The
display will show the current clock setting with the hour flashing. Depending
on factory settings your system may be set to 24-hour time or 12-hour
time.Setting the hour: Use the Up or Down keys to adjust the hours. Press the
Light key to jump to the next parameter, the minutes. Setting the minutes: Use
the Up or Down keys to adjust the minutes. Press the Light key to jump to the
next parameter, the filter or purge start time (FS).
Programming the filter/ purge cycles
Depending on system configuration your spawill perform either a filter or a purge cycle. The filter cycle menu consists of the following parameters: the start time (FS), the duration (Fd) and the frequency (FF). The purge cycle menu consists of the following parameters: the start time (FS) and the frequency (FF).A filter cycle consists of starting all the pumps and blower in high speed for1 minute (purge step) then, the pump associated with the filter will run in low speed for the remaining duration of the filter cycle (clean step).A purge cycle is used when the spa is equipped with a 24 hour circulation pump which provides a continuous clean step. It consists of starting all the pumps and blower in high speed for 1 minute.
Setting filter or purge cycle start time
The display will show FSxx, “xx” representing the starting hour of the cycle. Use the Up or Down key to adjust the hours. Use the Light key to jump to the next parameter, filter duration (Fd).
Setting filter cycle duration (not available on purge systems)
The display will show Fdxx, “xx” representing the dura-tion in hours of the
filter cycle. Use the Up or Down key to adjust the duration. Use the Light key
to jump to the next parameter, filter or purge frequency (FF).
- 0 = no filtration
- 24 = continuous filtration
It is not recommended to set this to “0”.
Setting filter or purge cycle frequency
The display will show FFxx,“xx” representing the number of cycles per day.
Use the Up or Down key to adjust the frequency. Use the Light key to jump to
the next parameter, economy mode (EP).The “Filter cycle” indicator lights up
when filter is on and flashes when suspended.
Setting economy mode
This mode allows you to lower the temperature set point of the spa by 20 °F(11 °C) during a certain period of the day.The display will show EPx, “x” representing the state of the programmed economy(0 = disabled, 1 = enabled). Use the arrow keys to enable or disable economy mode. Use the Light key to jump to the next parameter, economy start time (ES).
Setting economy start time
The display will show ESxx, “xx” representing the hour at which the economy
mode will become active. Use the Up or Down key to adjust the hour. Use the
Light key to jump to the next parameter, economy duration (Ed).When the
Economy mode is ON, the display will toggle between the “Eco” message, the
time, and the water temperature.
Setting economy duration
The display will showEdxx, “xx” representing the duration in hour of the
economy mode. Use the Up or Down key to adjust the hour. Use the Light key to
jump to the next parameter, the temperature unit. 24 = continuous economy note
that the parameters for the economy mode settings are associated to the
specific low-level configurations of the system that are not present in all
software revisions.
Setting temperature unit
Water temperature can be displayed in either Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C).
The display will show F or C.Use the Up or Down key to change the setting. Use
the Light key to save all the parameters.
Smart Winter Mode
Our Smart Winter Mode protects your system from the cold by turning pumps on
several times a day to prevent water from freezing in pipes.The “SWM”
indicator lights up when freezing is detected and flashes when the purge is
active.
Cooldown
After heating the spa water to the desired Set Point, the heater is turned
off, but its associated pump (Pump 1 low-speed or CP) remains on for a
predetermined period of time to ensure adequate cooling of the heating
element, prolonging its useful life.
Water temperature regulation
Every 15 to 90 minutes the pump will run to ensure accurate water
temperature readings as well as avoid heater activation in dry conditions.
After verifying pump activation and taking a water temperature reading if
required, the system automatically turns the heater on to reach and maintain
water temperature at Set Point. Indicator flashes when taking water
temperature reading.
Troubleshooting section
Should an error occur, the display will show one of the following error messages toggled with the clock and the water temperature.
in. xe error codes Description
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Hr
An internal hardware error has been detected in the in.xe. Contact dealer or service supplier. -
HL
The system has shut the heater down because the temperature at the heater has reached 119°F (48°C). Do not enter the water! Remove the spa cover and allow the water to cool down, then shut power off and power your spa up again to reset the system. -
AOH
The temperature inside the spa skirt is too high, causing the internal temperature in the in.xe to increase above normal limits. Open skirt and wait until error clears. -
FLO
The system does not detect any water flow while the primary pump is running. Check and open water valves. Check for water level. Clean filter. If the problem persists, call your dealer or service supplier. -
Prr
A problem is detected with the temperature probe. Call your dealer or service supplier. -
OH
The water temperature in the spa has reached 108°F (42°C). Do not enter the water! Remove the spa cover and allow the water to cool down to a lower temperature. Call your dealer or service supplier if the problem persists.