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Home My WebLink AboutPOOLGUARD OPERATING MANUALRECEIVED . ® OCT. `2 8 2019 Permitting Department ool.g,uar St. Lucie County aE® .,go t OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL "NSF CERTIFIED TO THE ASTM SAFETY SPECIFICATION F 2208" ODEL PGRM - 2 File Copy 85dB Horn at 10 Feet This product has been designed to aid in the detection of unwanted intrusions into unsupervised pools. POOLGUARD IS A SAFETY ALARM SYSTEM AND NOT A. �YFE. SAVING DEVICE. "This device is not intended to replace any other safety consideration - i.e., adult supervision, lifeguards, fences,. gates, pool covers, locks, etc., !sand some devices may not detect gradual entry." CERTIFICATION N§F International Certifies that the POOLGUARD Pool Alarm Model PG"RM-2 conforms to the requirements of ASTM F2208 - Standard Saety Specification for Residential Pool alarms. 1. Certified to ASTM F2208-2008 for performance. 2. Certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 50 for material safety. Certified pool and spa end use temperatures. PO``OLGUARD Pool Alarm Model PGRM-2 will meet or exceed all parts of the Tennessee Pool Alarm requirements of the Katie Beth Law. IN[SSPECTION Pd�OLGUARD is packaged in a shipping carton that minimizes the chance of amage due to handling. Check for damage and confirm that the con- ten�s of the carton include the following items: POOLGUARD Unit �j Handle •i Red Reset/Sleep Key Remote Receiver and Power Supply Operating Instructions Manual If all item is missing, contact either the place of purchase or PBM Industries, Inc. for replacement. CARE AND HANDLING PO LGUARD is constructed from sturdy plastic to withstand the adverse moisture environment of a swimming pool. Care needs to be taken when handling to ensure agaIinst being dropped, kicked, etc. ALWAYS REMOVE THE POOL UNIT FROM THE POOL WHEN THE POOL IS BEING USED. STORE THE ALARM IN THE UPRIGHT POSITION (See Figure 1) AWAY FROM POOL ACTIVITY. If the pool unity ccidentally falls .into your pool, remove it immediately and drain the water fromit. Take the pool unit apart as indicated in the Battery Installation/Replacement sec,ion and remove the battery. Remove all the water from the inside of the unit, the 'battery and the circuit board area with a paper towel or cloth. Completely test the alarm before each use as described in the manual to ensure proper operation. ►TTACHING HANDLE e two handle screws are located in the top of the alarm, remove them d attach the handle, (See Figure 1). )PERATING YOUR ALARM BESET/SLEEP MODE (SEE FIGURE 1; :SET: When the pool unit is installed in the pool and the horn is sounding; place red reset/sleep key on the reset/sleep decal to reset and silence the alarm. The of unit is now monitoring your pool for an intrusion. .EEP MODE: When the pool unit is removed from the pool and the horn is unding; place the red reset/sleep key on the reset/sleep decal for 3 to 4 seconds activate sleep mode and silence the alarm. To store the alarm, place the alarm in 1. upright position (See Figure .1). The pool unit will automatically wake up ien it is re -installed into your pool! SjILENT INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL FEATURE • '�"The Poolguard system will sound an alarm (Horn will sound) when you install o remove the pool unit from your pool. If you would like the Poolguard system n r t to sound an alarm (Horn will not sound) when you install or remove the pool unit from your pool, follow the directions below. 1.� SILENT INSTALLATION (HORN WILL NOT SOUND) • Hold the red reset/sleep key on the reset/sleep decal for 1 second until you hear the pool units horn beep. Remove the red reset/sleep key, -you now have 10 seconds to install the pool unit into your pool without the horn sounding. AFTER 16 SECONDS, THE POOL UNITS HORN WILL BEEP INDICATING THAT P60LGUARD IS NOW MONITORING YOUR POOL FOR AN INTRUSION. 2.� SILENT REMOVAL (HORN WILL NOT SOUND) • Before removing the pool unit from your pool. Place -the red reset/sleep key on the reset/sleep decal for 1 second until you hear the pool units horn beep. Remove the red reset/sleep key, you now have 5 seconds to remove the pool unt from your pool without the horn sounding. AFTER 5 SECONDS THE POOL UNITS HORN WILL BEEP. IMPORTANT. IF THE POOL UNIT WAS REMOVED FROM YOUR POOL, THE POOL UNIT WILL GO TO SLEEP. BE SURE TO STORE YOUR ALARM IN THE UPRIGHT POSITION (SEE FIGURE 1). IF THE P 1111 OL UNIT WAS NOT REMOVED FROM YOUR POOL, IT WILL CONTINUE TO MONITOR YOUR POOL FOR AN INTRUSION. 1(Cont. on next page) &v% 1. SILENT INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL FEATURE (Cont. 3. IfOOLGUARD has designed this feature for "ONLY" those who have the responsibility of removing the alarm from the pool! B,,,TTERY INSTALLATION / REPLACEMENT ttery not included) XGUARD is powered by a standard 9 volt alkaline battery, POOLGUARD c)mmends Energizer No.,522. To install or replace the battery: Remove the screw from the bottom of the unit, (See Figure 1). Carefully slide out electronics assembly; do not pull or jerk on internal hook up cable. (If necessary, gently shake unit to remove assembly.) Remove old battery and check for leakage or corrosion. (Remove any leakage or corrosion if present before installing new battery.) IMPORTANT: WHEN A 9 VOLT BATTERY IS FIRST INSTALLED IN THE POOL UNIT, THE HORN WILL SOUND. TO SILENCE THE ALARM HOLD THE RED RESET/SLEEP KEY ON THE RESET/SLEEP DECAL FOR 3 TO 4 SECONDS TO �' CTIVATE SLEEP MODE AND SILENCE THE ALARM. THE POOL UNIT WIIJL AUTOMATICALLY WAKE UP WHEN IT IS INSTALLED INTO THE POOL. •ilnstall a new,battery by attaching the battery snap (BE SURE THE CONNECTION IS TIGHT). Slide battery into battery holder. • �,51ide the electronic assembly into the pool unit; DO NOT PUT IN UPSIDE DOWN •''Replace the screw, hand tighten until screw is all the way in and flush against the pool unit. To revent possible damage, battery should be removed whenever storing the alarm, for an extended period of time. OUIOFF INDICATOR - GREEN LED Whe�i POOLGUARD is installed and monitoring your pool for an intrusion, the green LED will flash oncei approximately every 10 seconds to indicate that the alarm is ON and OPERATING. When POO'i GUARD is installed in your pool and the alarm is sounding, the green LED will flash appr l ximately 2 times per second. Whe ilPOOLGUARD is removed from your pool the GREEN LED will not flash indicating that the alarm is OFF and NON -OPERATIONAL. LOW BATTERY FUNCTION The:` POOL UNIT AND THE REMOTE RECEIVER will beep once ii app ',�oximately every 10 seconds to alert you that the battery is low in tf%e pool unit and needs to be replaced. HANDLE SCREWS ELECTRONICS ASSEMBLY HORN 85dB at 10 feet - INDICATOR =N LED BATTERY HOOKUP HOLDER CABLE RED RESET/SLEEP DECAL RESET/SLEEP KEY ASPS L SCREW ILACEMENT IN YOUR POOL POOL UNIT FIGURE 1 UPRIGHT POSITION rligure 2 illustrates. locations best suited for detecting intrusions from any aN�ea of the pool. If your pool is larger than 800 square feet, if you have ore than 2 return lines, any concerns about the size, or if you have irregular shaped pool or water features such as waterfalls, please call c�,',Istomerservice to clarify the recommended number of alarms and locations for alarms: 1-800-242-7163. Poolguard Pool Alarms have been tested and c'Ii mply to the ASTM Standard Specifications. for Residential Pool Alarms STM F 2208, in a 167 x 32' pool. POOLGUARD alarms can be used in pools u to 20' x 40' or 800- square feet. FIGURE 2 Pools 800 Square Feet and Smaller. (Cont. on next page) PLACEMENT IN YOUR POOL (Continued) DOLGUARD automatically compensates for variations in pool levels ithin the unit'.s operating range. The unit utilizes a sensing throat which ,ojects into the water and is designed to operate in most pools with an -wall skimmer. The_ sensing throat cannot be less than 2.5 inches, (See igure 3), and not more than 5.5 inches into the water, POOLGUARD commends- that the sensing throat be approximately 4 inches in the water DOLGUARD can be used with SOLAR BLANKETS on the pool. DOLGUARD can also be used in spas. 12 3/4" 14 1/2" I3 1 /2" SENSING THROAT CANNOT BE LESS THAN 2.5 " IN SUPPORT TH WATER, POOLGUARD RECOMMENDSTHAT THP SENSING THROAT BE APPROXIMATELY 4" IN WATER FIGURE 3 TH IMPORTANT P OLGUARD may not function properly if your pools water level is not maintained within the required levels of your alarm. Also, the unit may not operate effectively while certain types of automatic pool cleaners are in operation. I S,'�� me irregular shaped decks may not provide a level foundation for the u It by the pools edge. This minor problem can be overcome by a q propriately supporting the unit, (See Figure 3). S,',TIABILIZING YOUR POOL ALARM T ),,'Y e Alarm Stabilizing Pin (ASP) is factory installed onto your pool alarm. T 'ols needed to install our alarm are: One 5/16" masonry drill bit that can Y b4 found at your local hardware store, a drill, a pencil, a tape measure or yard 1.',JjPosition' your pool alarm so that the sensing throat is in the water and the ASP is touching the deck, (leave a small space no more than 3/8" between the sensing throat and the top edge of your deck or coping), (See Figure 4). 2.'�Mark with a pencil the spot where you wish to drill the hole for the ASP. 3. iWith the 5/16" masonry drill bit, drill a hole-2 1/4" inches deep, as stri Ight as possible. . (Cont. on next page) 'ITABILIZING YOUR POOL ALARM (Continued) Clean off the debris and install the alarm by placing the ASP into the '16" diameter by 2 1 /4" deep hole. Your Pool Alarm is now ready for use. If you have any questions or need ,alp with installation, please give us a call. at 1-800-242-7163. Be sure to keep your ASP hole clean from debris and dirt so that your arm will always lay flat on the pool deck when installed. EMEMBER THAT THE POOL UNIT MUST BE REMOVED FROM POOL BEFORE SWIMMING! ALARMS STABILIZING PI 2 1 /4" SMALL SPACE, NO MORE SENSING THAN 3/8" THROA WATER LEVEL LOCATION FOR 5/16" DIAMETER& 2 1/4" HOLE IN DECK POOL DECK FIGURE 4 sensing throat cannot be less than 2.5" in the water, POOLGUARD re'6ommends that the sensing throat be approximately 4" in the water. EST BEFORE USING ensure effectiveness, test POOLGUARD every time you place it into the pool by performing the following procedure: •POOLGUARD DOES NOT HAVE AN ON/OFF SWITCH When the alarm is in the pool it is always in the ON position and cannot be turned off. When the alarm is out of the pool it is always in the OFF position. �*To test your alarm push an object of appropriate volume and weight off the deck edge at the farthest location from the alarm. (A four (4) gallon jug of water or 3-one (1) gallon jugs of water tied together are ideal for testing.) The alarm should sound when the water action caused by the intrusion reaches the unit. It may take a few seconds for the alarm to react to the water action. (Cont. on next page) -EST BEFORE USING (continued' *After resetting the alarm and allowing time for the water action to settle, repeat the procedure from another point in the pool until you are confident of detection performance. *POOLGUARD includes a timer function which automatically resets the unit after the alarm has sounded for approximately 5 minutes. DJUSTINGYOUR RETURN LINE FITTINGS he POOLGUARD alarm should not be placed too close to a return line, Iso do not place POOLGUARD in a location in the pool where a return ie is pointing in the alarms direction. Water turbulence may be too strong, LIsely setting the alarm off or the water turbulence may interfere with the larms ability to detect an intrusion. If you have more than 2 return lines lease call customer service at 1-800-242-7163. It is very important in pools ) adjust all the eyeball fittings on your return lines so that the water flow ,ill not interfere with your pool alarm. Point all the eyeball fittings down nd your pool will still circulate properly and this will allow POOLGUARD function properly, (See Fgure 5). Pointing the eyeball fittings down also eips prevent algae growth. FIGURE 5 CORRECT INCORRECT 'OOLGUARD REMOTE RECEIVER 'he POOLGUARD REMOTE RECEIVER has been integrated with the tandard POOLGUARD unit to provide a wireless remote alert operating at istances of up to 200 feet. The POOLGUARD REMOTE RECEIVER ounds an alarm in the house when the POOLGUARD unit is activated at pool.The remote system consists of the following functional elements: • A coded pulse receiver (Remote Receiver), (See Figure 6). • A standard wall outlet power supply, (See Figure 6). 'he REMOTE RECEIVER is a compact unit powered by a UL and CSA pproved AC/DC power supply. The REMOTE RECEIVER can be placed n a table or a counter top inside the house. The pulse coded radio equency signal is transmitted from the pool unit and is received and ecoded to -sound the remote receiver. The remote receiver will sound )r an additional 3 seconds after the pool unit' has been silenced. If ie REMOTE RECEIVER beeps once approximately every 10 seconds, is indicating that the 9v battery in the pool unit is low and needs to e replaced. After you have purchased your POOLGUARD alarm and you ,ish to add another remote receiver to your alarm system you can acquire ne from PBM Industries, Inc. Contact PBM by phone or mail or contact ur place of purchase. POWER SUPPLY FIGURE 6 B Horn at 10 feet MOTE RECEIVER OPERATE YOUR REMOTE RECEIVER ry to locate your REMOTE RECEIVER in .a convenient part of your house lose to the pool. Avoid steel walls or any other large metal objects or bstruction,s that might interfere with the signal reception. The REMOTE 1ECEIVER has to be placed on the same level or a level above the pool in ie house (do not place receiver in an underground basement). The ideal )cation for your REMOTE RECEIVER would be by a window overlooking our pool. Test your REMOTE RECEIVER in different locations in your ouse to find the best working place for your receiver. Connect the power upply to any 120V,) electrical outlet and insert the jack into the receiver. ;heck that indicator light is on. Your REMOTE RECEIVER unit is now 3ady to receive a transmission from your POOLGUARD unit. DO NOT ISE YOUR REMOTE RECEIVER OUTDOORS. JOTE: THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT IESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV NTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED JIODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT. "3UCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER'S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT. SWIMMING POOL SAFETY TIPS • Supervise children at all times. • Never permit swimming alone. Never leave a child alone, even to answer the telephone. • Always remove the entire solar cover from a pool before swimming. • Remember that alcohol and water safety do not mix. • Have your, pool area fenced and the gate locked to prevent unauthorized entry to the pool, and' install a gate alarm. • Lock and secure all doors in the house which permit easy access to the pool, and install a door alarm. • Have a responsible adult teach swimming and water safety to your children. • Maintain clean, clear water in the pool. • Do not swim during electrical storms. • Do not permit bottles, glass, or sharp objects to be used around the pool. • Ask your pool dealer how you can improve your pool safety — they will be glad to assist you. •Above all: remember that common sense, awareness, and caution will allow you to enjoy your pool. ARRANTY AND REPAIRS OOLGUARD is sold with a limited warranty to cover defects in parts and workmanship for ree years from date of purchase, (retain proof of purchase). POOLGUARD exhibits a defect, please call Customer Service at 1-800-242-7163. nauthorized returns will not be accepted. Proper repair is only ensured when the unit is turned to the manufacturer. Visit our website at www.pooiguard.com to fill out your warranty igistration information. The model number and serial number are located on the pool unit. ,SEND CORRESPONDENCE TO: nBM INDUSTRIES, INC. P.O.BOX 658, NORTH VERNON, IN 47265 1-800-242-7163 his product has been designed to aid in the detection of unwanted intrusions into unsupervised pools. OOLGUARD IS A SAFETY ALARM SYSTEM AND NOT A LIFE SAVING DEVICE. "This device is not intended o replace any other safety consideration - i.e., adult supervision, lifeguards, fences, gates, pool covers, locks, etc., land some devices may not detect gradual entry." Poolguard® 0 APSP NSF, PBM INDUSTRIES, INC. The A=Ciadonof Pool &Spa Professionals'h aim, REV. 1 /2015 .w= 001guard _s`rati: Poolside Unit LSE ALARMS Power Supply Remote Receiver Al pool alarms will false alarm on occasion for different reasons. False alp rms can be minimized; however, it is important to remember that a false al rm is better than no alarm at all. WEATHER & WIND—POOLGUARD sits stationary on'the deck of the pool so the wind will not effect the alarm u', it itself. Wind may trigger a false alarm if it is strong enough -or steady eil that it causes the water in the pool. to rock.or- bounce up and d "� wn ,the pool wall. When the water in the, pool moves up and down the P� OLGUARD sensing -throat, it may finally cause the alarm to sound. O extremely windy days when the pool water is rocking it is advised to r move the POOLGUARD from the pool. Light wind or rain will not effect the POOLGUARD alarm. Another false alarm occurs when the pool owner tries to install the .alarm. too soon after swimming.- After swimming, the water in the pool will rock or bil unce up and down the pool wall for some time depending on the size of t i1 pool and the type of swimming activity. Before installing the alarm, a ter swimming, the pool must be given time to calm. Time will, vary ( iiround 10 to 30 minutes); once the pool owner sees that the pool water is n,�,; longer, rocking up and down the pool wall, it is time to install the alarm. d rtain automatic cleaners may set the POOLGUARD unit off in some cases. Ifhe cleaner head hits the POOLGOARD alarm it may cause\it to false. alarm. Sl )Iutions to this problem are to use your cleaner at night and your alarm di ring the, day. Another option would be to find a place around the pool ere the .cleaner does 'not interfere with the alarm. Certain water, features s ich as waterfalls can cause POOLGUARD to false alarm. To avoid this p oblem do not install the POOLGUARD alarm too close to the water feature. If you are having a problem with any type of water feature call POOLGUARD a 1 1-800-242-7163. LARM PLACEMENT he alarm should be on a flat, solid surface for best results. The throat f the unit is designed to work in most pools with an in -wall skimmer. The ater level up on the throat is important and should be checked. The :.%nsing throat cannot be less than 2.5 inches in the water, and not more ian 5.5 inches into the water. POOLGUARD recommends that the sensing iroat be approximately 4 inches in the water. POOLGUARD can be used ith a solar cover; however, before removing the cover, the alarm should taken out so it, does not get pulled into the pool: LARM TESTING crop something of approximate size, weight and volume of the families mallest child, the farthest point away from the alarm. A four (4) gallon jug f water or 3 one (1) gallon jugs of water tied together are ideal for testing. lemember, when testing you must wait about 15 minutes between 33sts for the pool to calm. LARM WILL NOT SOUND UTERY SNAP. If you are testing and POOLGUARD does not alarm, be sure )u are testing properly — putting your feet in the pool, splashing with your hands, aking waves with a leaf skimmer, or dropping something into the pool that does )t have the proper size, weight and volume will not set the POOLGUARD arm off! Testing is very important and should be done correctly. LARM HANDLING 'he POOLGUARD pool unit is an electronic and mechanical device made -om a sturdy UV rated PVC material. Do not drop POOLGUARD; like any ther appliance, it may break. The POOLGUARD pool unit is water resistant ,ut not waterproof (sun and rain will not hurt the pool unit). Great care hould be taken not to let the pool unit fall into the pool. If the pool unit does ill into the pool there are directions on page 2 in this manual- on how to dry out. Always remember to remove the alarm before using your pool. EMOTE RECEIVER then the unit at the pool alarms; the remote receiver will sound. laximum Range forlhe remote is 200 feet from the poolside unit. void placing remote in basements or close to metal walls. Be sure that ie red light on the remote is on. Remember the poolside unit must be eeping (alarming) for. the remote to work. your remote receiver is not getting a clear signal or no signal from the oolside unit, try the.following: Before plugging in the power supply; be ure to stretch out the cord; do not leave it tied in a bow as packaged. 'our Remote Receiver is similar to a small portable radio. If your remote not sounding when the poolside unit is sounding —move the remote different locations and stand back for a few seconds for the remote z) pick up the signal. You may only have to move your remote a little the left or right to bring in the signal —in some cases you might have D. move the remote to a different location or another room. If you cannot let a signal on your remote receiver CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE AT -800-242-7163 I o read the manual carefully o install a 9 volt battery o untie the bow on the power supply o test the alarm properly o turn your return line eyeball fittings towards the ottom of the pool )o remove alarm before swimming )o be extremely careful when using an electric rill around your pool ON'T leave alarm in pool while swimming DON'T drop your alarm, it may break DON'T let your alarm fall into the pool DON'T install your alarm immediately after swimming DON'T turn your return eyeball fittings towards the top of the pool DON'T use your alarm on extremely windy days DON'T be careless with an electric drill around your IN GROUND POOL. Extreme caution should always be used when using electricity around water! 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