Gecko in.clear Techbook

Marque: Gecko

Modèle: in.clear

Taper: Techbook

in.clear

bromine based water sanitization system for spas

User Manual

Gecko Alliance

450 des Canetons, Québec (Qc), G2E 5W6 Canada, 1.800.78.GECKO

www.geckoalliance.com

Imprimé au Canada

9919-101186-J

Rev. 02-2018

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Constant sanitization

Free of harsh chemicals

Low maintenance

English

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in.clear™ Model No. 0605-500002

Bromine based water sanitization system for spas

(using Bromitron Bromine Generator Technology)

Automatic Bromine Generator

For Spa Sanitizing

DOMESTIC

A maximum of 2000 Liters of water can be treated with one in.clear Automatic Bromine Generator unit.

Maximum output of Hypobromus Acid equivalent to 0.04 kg of free available bromine per day.

For spas, a range of 3 – 5 ppm of free available bromine must be maintained.

READ THE LABEL AND OPERATION/INSTALLATION MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS DEVICE

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

REGISTRATION No. 29628 PEST CONTROL PRODUCT ACT

WARNING: Operating the in.clear Automatic Bromine Generator without

water flow through the cell can cause a buildup of flammable gases which can result in FIRE or EXPLOSION.

NOTICE TO USER:

This pest control product is to be used only in accordance with the instructions shown on the label. Any use not in

accordance with these instructions is an offence under the Pest Control Products Act. The user assumes the risk to

persons or property arising from the use of this product.

Gecko Alliance Group Inc.

450, Des Canetons, Québec (Québec)

Canada G2E 5W6

1-800-78-GECKO

Warnings ......................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Introduction

- How the in.clear works ..................................................................................................................................... 8

- Versions ............................................................................................................................................................ 8

- Effects of bromine ............................................................................................................................................. 8

- Bromine in a spa .............................................................................................................................................. 8

Before starting ................................................................................................................................................................. 9

in.clear operating modes

- Maintenance Mode ......................................................................................................................................... 10

- Boost Mode .................................................................................................................................................... 10

Keypad functions ........................................................................................................................................................... 10

Start up procedure

- Set the maintenance level ............................................................................................................................... 12

- Determine the boost level ............................................................................................................................... 12

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................................. 13

Frequently Asked Questions .......................................................................................................................................... 15

Glossary ......................................................................................................................................................................... 16

Cell cleaning .................................................................................................................................................................. 17

Dimensions

- in.clear dimensions ......................................................................................................................................... 18

- Keypad dimensions ........................................................................................................................................ 18

Installation

- in.clear installation .......................................................................................................................................... 19

- in.clear installation with stand ......................................................................................................................... 19

- in.k200 installation .......................................................................................................................................... 21

- in.k200 drill template ...................................................................................................................................... 21

Specifications ................................................................................................................................................................ 22

Avertissements .............................................................................................................................................................. 26

Introduction

- Fonctionnement du système in.clear .............................................................................................................. 30

- Modèles .......................................................................................................................................................... 30

- Effets du brome .............................................................................................................................................. 30

- Le brome dans un spa .................................................................................................................................... 30

Avant de débuter ........................................................................................................................................................... 31

Modes de fonctionnement du système in.clear

- Mode de maintien .......................................................................................................................................... 32

- Mode « Boost » .............................................................................................................................................. 32

Fonctions du clavier ....................................................................................................................................................... 32

Procédure de démarrage ............................................................................................................................................... 34

- Définir le niveau de maintien .......................................................................................................................... 34

- Déterminer le niveau de « Boost » .................................................................................................................. 34

Dépannage .................................................................................................................................................................... 35

Questions fréquentes ..................................................................................................................................................... 37

Glossaire ........................................................................................................................................................................ 38

Nettoyage de la cellule ................................................................................................................................................... 39

Dimensions

- Dimensions de l’unité in.clear ......................................................................................................................... 40

- Dimensions du clavier in.k200 ....................................................................................................................... 40

Installation

- Installation du système in.clear ....................................................................................................................... 41

- Installation du système in.clear avec le support .............................................................................................. 41

- Installation du clavier in.k200 ......................................................................................................................... 43

- Gabarit de perçage du clavier in.k200 ............................................................................................................ 43

Spécifications ................................................................................................................................................................ 44

Table des matières

Table of contents

• For Canada, in.clear (using Bromitron Bromine Generator Technology) must only be used with sodium bromide (such

as BromiCharge) scheduled or registered under the Pest Control Product Act. For USA, the sodium bromide (such as

BromiCharge) must be registered under EPA.

• Read and follow this manual carefully and make sure to save it for later. This manual contains important information

on in.clear's installation, use and safety recommendations. It is your responsibility to install and use your in.clear unit

safely.

• The in.clear must be connected to a circuit protected by a ground fault interrupter device (GFCI) in North America

or residual current device (RCD) having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA in Europe.

• Make sure all electrical power is off before installing the in.clear unit. If the supply cord is damaged, it must

be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

• Use only an electrical cord in good condition to power the in.clear.

• Follow all aspects of the local and National Electrical Code(s) when installing the in.clear Automatic Bromine

Generator.

• Always clean or replace your filter cartridges at regular intervals, otherwise part of the bromine generated

by in.clear will only serve to oxidize the dirt accumulated in the filter.

• Do NOT add any other sanitation chemicals in the spa other than registered sodium bromide

(such as BromiCharge).

• Do not add chemical products for pool or spa directly into the skimmer. This may damage the cell.

• The cell is installed after the heater in the circulation pump line.

• Operating the in.clear at reduced sodium bromide (such as BromiCharge) levels will shorten the life of the cell.

Maintaining overly high sodium bromide and bromine levels above recommended range can contribute

to corrosion of spa equipment and may damage components of the spa.

• Do not open the in.clear unit; there are no serviceable parts inside.

• Disposal of the product: the in.clear unit must be disposed of separately in accordance with the local

waste disposal legislation in force.

• This unit is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,

or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the

appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

• To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to operate this device.

• The in.clear may not be suitable for in ground spas, it may affect some materials used in their construction.

• The unit must be installed in a location that is inaccessible to a person in the bath or spa and must be located

or fixed so that it cannot fall into the bath or spa.

• The unit is not designed to be submersed but may be installed underneath the waterproof skirt of the spa.

Aeware®, Gecko®, and their respective logos are Registered Trademarks of Gecko Alliance Group.

in.k200™, in.xe™, in.ye™, in.yt™, and in.clear™, and their respective logos are Trademarks of Gecko Alliance Group.

BromiCharge™ and its logo are Trademarks of Bromitron Corporation.

All other product or company names that may be mentioned in this publication are tradenames, trademarks

or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Warnings! Important safety instructions

Warnings

• A means for disconnection must be incorporated in the fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules.

• It is the responsibility of the user to test the spa water regularly to ensure that adequate amounts of bromine

are generated to achieve proper sanitizer levels. Heavy spa usage may require higher bromine output

to maintain proper free available bromine residuals.

• The expected lifetime of the electrodes is 30 000 hours when used in normal operating conditions.

• Check the expiry date of the test kit as test results may be inaccurate if used after that date.

• People with a medical condition should consult a physician before entering spa water.

• Women who are pregnant should NOT enter the spa.

• Maximum spa water usage temperature is 40°C. Bathing in spa water at 40°C should not exceed 15 minutes.

• For proper sanitation, spa must be completely drained periodically. The number of days between

COMPLETE SPA DRAINAGE is equal to the volume of the spa water in liters, divided by 10 times

the maximum number of daily spa users.

• Refill spa with water and repeat DIRECTION FOR USE of the device.

- For a 1500 liters (400 US gallons) spa used by 2 adults twice a week: 1500 / (10 x (4/7)) = 262 days or 8 months

• In.clear is meant for a covered spa NOT swimming pools.

• Users should always shower before entering a spa.

Warnings

in.clear

clean water done right

Easy to use and built to last, the in.clear is one of

the most efficient water sanitization systems offered

to the spa and hot tub industry today. The in.clear

generates and releases bromine into the spa water, rapidly

destroying any microbiological contaminants such as

water borne bacteria, algae, and organic matter given off

by spa bathers.

The in.clear system eliminates the need to add bromine

or chlorine to your spa on a regular basis. The in.clear

system oxidizes odors, reduces eye irritation, and

is easy to use, making it the best choice for hot tub

sanitization. Spas using the in.clear system need very little

maintenance, and the in.clear can be easily installed on

new or existing spas.

Accessories

In order to use the in.clear system you must also

have an in.k200 keypad or a compatible main

spa keypad, and a government approved sodium

bromide product (such as BromiCharge).

See below for more in.clear accessories.

in.clear parts and accessories:

in.clear: linked (in.link) 0605-500005

in.clear: linked (AMP) 0605-500006

in.clear: linked (QCM) 0605-500007

in.clear: linked (1.5 PSI, in.link) 0605-500008

in.clear: linked (1.5 PSI, QCM) 0605-500010

in.k200 keypad 0607-008010

Bromine test kit 0699-300008

Reducer (2" to 3/4") 0699-300007

Mounting stand 9920-101464

BromiCharge

Canada 0699-300006

United States 0699-300005

Europe 0699-300009

Compatibility

The linked version of the in.clear is compatible with

the in.xe, in.xm, in.ye, in.yt and in.yj spa packs with

necessary software revisions and hardware.

Introduction

How the in.clear works

When sodium bromide (such as BromiCharge) is added

to the water, it separates into sodium ions and bromide

ions. As the water passes through the in.clear bromine

generator, a low-voltage source supplies a current that

electrolytically reduces the bromine ions into bromine.

The bromine destroys bacteria and algae, and then

releases bromide ions back into the water for continuous

recycling until the spa is emptied. It is important to note

that the amount of bromine needed will vary in direct

proportion to the number of bathers in the spa (bather

load).

Versions

There are two versions of the in.clear module: a stand

alone version that uses the in.k200 keypad directly, and

the linked version, which communicates with the spa

pack for more control and precision.

Effects of bromine

• Bromine destroys waterborne bacteria.

• Bromine destroys algae in water

(e.g. Black, Green, Mustard).

• Bromine swiftly eliminates the presence

of organic matter left behind by spa users

(e.g. oil, sweat, dead skin cells).

• Because bromine doesn’t contain calcium,

it can be used to sanitize hard water without

increasing the calcium hardness.

Bromine in a spa

Bacteria require a certain period of time before forming

into micro colonies and becoming attached to a surface.

Rapid elimination of bacteria is a key element in the

proper maintenance of the spa water. The in.clear

achieves this while oxidizing odors, reducing eye and skin

irritation. The in.clear enhances the clarity and quality

of spa water. For bathers this translates into a more

enjoyable warm water therapy experience.

Introduction

4. Add sodium bromide (such as BromiCharge)

Water temperature between 32° and 38° C (90° and

100° F) helps dissolve sodium bromide and facilitates the

adjustment of the maintenance level.

Start the pump to allow water to circulate and slowly add

sodium bromide uniformly in the spa by simply pouring it

from the container.

Metric Calculation:

Add 0.143 kg of sodium bromide which has a guarantee

of at least a 98% active ingredient, such as BromiCharge,

per 100 L of water to attain 1400 ppm TDS value (Total

Dissolved Solids).

Example, if your spa holds 1200 L of water, add 1.72 kg of

sodium bromide (12 X 0.143 kg).

Imperial Calculation:

Add sodium bromide which has a guarantee of at least a

98% active ingredient, such as BromiCharge per 100 US

gallons of water.

Example, if your spa holds 300 US gallons of water,

add 3.6 lbs of sodium bromide (3 X 1.2 lb).

Note: Your spa manufacturer can tell you how much water

your spa holds (in liters or gallons).

Sodium bromide information

In Canada, the in.clear must only be used with

sodium bromide (such as BromiCharge) scheduled or

registered under the Pest Control Product Act.

In the USA, the sodium bromide (such as

BromiCharge) must be registered under the EPA.

Your warranty will be void if a product other than

sodium bromide is used as a substitute.

Do not inhale the product or get into your eyes!

First Aid instructions should appear on the label

of the registered sodium bromide container.

Do not use any other sanitation chemicals

(including shock) other than sodium bromide

in the spa.

When adding fresh water to the spa, start a Boost

to help build a residual bromine bank.

1. Drain and clean the spa

It's important to completely drain and clean the spa

to remove all residues accumulated on the surface

and inside or around the jet area. After draining the spa,

use spa cleaning products only. Household cleaners

contain additives such as phosphates which may affect

the bromine production. When the spa is clean, rinse it off

thoroughly with a garden hose.

It's extremely important to clean your filter cartridge

with a filter soaking solution or replace your filter

cartridges.

It is important that the spa is well cleaned and rinsed

prior to the startup of the new system. Some biofilms

may have formed in the spa that could prevent

the system from functioning properly. We strongly

recommend the use of a flushing product such

as Spa System Flush, Swirl Away or National

Chemistry Spa Purge to clean the plumbing even

if the spa is brand new.

2. Refill the spa with fresh water

After the in.clear unit has been installed, check the TDS

(Total Dissolved Solids) of the water you'll use to refill

the spa. Verifying the TDS range can be done by your

local spa dealer. The TDS range should be within 50

and 400 PPM. When you're certain the water is within the

proper TDS range, refill your spa.

If your TDS is higher than 500 PPM, ask your

spa dealer for additional information to help

reduce initial TDS.

DO NOT use water

from a "Salt Water Softener" system.

Make sure there is adequate flow and that no airlocks are

trapped in the unit's plumbing. If airlocks are formed, start

the pump and slowly loosen one of the union

nuts to release the air trapped in the plumbing. Tighten

the nut again after you are done.

3. Adjust water chemistry in the spa

Proper chemical maintenance of a spa is essential

for the health of bathers. Maintaining the quality of

the spa water within these specified values will enhance

your enjoyment of the spa and prolong the life of the

in.clear system.

For best results, adjust to the following water chemistry

parameters. Check these parameters periodically.

Calcium hardness (TH): between 150 and 200 PPM

Total Alkalinity: between 100 and 120 PPM

pH: between 7.2 and 7.8

Water chemistry should be balanced before adding

sodium bromide into the water. It's essential that the

water chemistry parameters are within the proposed

range to obtain optimal system performance.

High Calcium Hardness may lead to faster

calcification of the electrolytic plates.

(see video: www.inclear.ca)

Before starting

Maintenance Mode

Maintenance Mode keeps the bromine bank levels at

a stable and acceptable range when the spa is not

being used. Maintenance mode is the “everyday” mode

and is automatically ON when the system is activated.

Maintenance level adjustment changes the rate at which

bromine will be released into the spa water.

Finding and setting the right maintenance level will

keep the residual bromine level between 3 and 5 PPM

(the recommended range) when the spa is not being used

or is left unused for an extended period of time. Once the

proper maintenance level is determined,

keep the same setting unless the spa conditions change

(change in water temperature, spa location etc).

Finding the right bromine generation level is a crucial step

for the in.clear system to be stable and effective

(see Set Maintenance Mode).

With the stand alone version, the spa filtration should

be set to a minimum of 8 hours per day. To check the

minimum filtration time for your spa, see the Program

Key section.

With the linked version, it is not necessary to set

the filtration duration, as communication between

the pack and in.clear allows the system to stop and

start the associated pump at the best times.

It is important to note that the in.clear system can

ONLY generate bromine when the water is circulating.

If you are having problems maintaining a stable level

of bromine, or determining the proper maintenance level

for your spa, you may have to increase the daily filtering

time. Longer filtration produces a more steady level of

bromine.

Boost Mode

The Boost Mode should be activated every time you use

your spa. Boost mode increases the bromine generation

rate to attack pollutants in the water and helps rebuild

the necessary residual bromine in the water after each

use of the spa. Pollutants are introduced to the water

by the bathers, causing the bromine levels to decrease.

Activating the boost mode when you enter the spa will

prevent inadequate bromine levels and will restore your

bromine to the proper residual level.

Finding the right boost level is another crucial step for

the in.clear system to be stable and effective.

If water quality is not good after use, only the boost

level should be adjusted, not the maintenance level.

Keypad functions

On/Off &

Boost key

Maintenance

Diagnostic key

Down keyUp key

Bromine

Generation

Indicator

BromiCharge gauge

This manual details the functions of the in.clear with the default keypad (in.k200). If your spa pack uses a compatible

keypad (ex. in.k800) please see its manual for more specific information.

in.clear operating modes

Diagnostic mode

Diagnostic mode can be

used to periodically adjust

the sodium bromide

level or to check sodium

bromide keypad warnings

and errors.

The BromiCharge Gauge

will indicate the level of

sodium bromide in the

spa water. As you add

sodium bromide to the spa

an animation will indicate

rising levels*.

If the levels go down (when

adding fresh water, for

example) the animation will

indicate diminishing levels.

Press the Prog key to exit

diagnostic mode or the

system will automatically

exit after 15 minutes.

*In older versions a

number will be displayed

instead of an animation to

indicate the level.

The target number is 12.

Boost key

The first press of the Boost

key

turns the in.clear ON

and puts the in.clear into

maintenance mode.

ON appears on the keypad

display.

Press the Boost key once

while in maintenance mode

to start a boost, or to adjust

boost settings.*

The Bromine Generation

Indicator (LED), located

above the Boost key,

lights up when the cell is

producing bromine and

is off when no bromine is

being produced.

Program key

Press and hold

the Program key for

2 seconds to change the

maintenance mode level.

Once in maintenance

mode adjustment, press

the Program key again

to view the suggested

minimum filtration time *

(stand alone version only).

Press the Program key

once more for Diagnostic

mode.

* Not displayed in older

versions.

+ / - Keys

Use the Up and Down keys

to adjust the maintenance

and boost levels while in

the appropriate mode.

Water must be

circulating through the

in.clear cell in order for

the diagnostic mode

to work. If no water is

circulating through the

in.clear unit, a FLO

message will appear

on the keypad display.

Make sure the pump

is circulating water

through the in.clear.

Be aware that the

gauge will move

according to sodium

bromide level.

Make sure your water

temperature is at least

32° C (90° F).

BromiCharge gauge

BromiCharge gauge (LEDs)

In diagnostic mode, the BromiCharge gauge (LEDs) indicates the approximate

sodium bromide level of your spa water. Do not add sodium bromide if the indicator

is in the green zone.

When adding sodium bromide, the gauge indicator will gradually shift to the right. When

adding clean water to the spa the indicator will shift to the left. In order to achieve the

proper level, start pumps and add 227g (.5 lb) at a time and always allow

5 minutes for the gauge to react before adding more sodium bromide.

The green zone in the center area of the gauge should be targeted for optimal performance.

increase

decrease

Keypad functions

Press and hold the Boost

key for 2 seconds to turn

the in.clear off. OFF will

appear on the keypad

display. Do not turn the

in.clear off unless required

for maintenance, or if

advised by a technician

or Gecko representative.

Turning the in.clear off will

cancel the boost.

Note: With the standalone

version the Bromine

Generation indicator will

blink if the in.clear system

cannot generate bromine

due to low or no water flow.

* In older versions,

pressing the Boost key

during a boost cycle will

cancel the remainder of

that boost cycle and return

the in.clear system to

maintenance mode.

Determine the boost level

Every time you use your spa, activate the boost mode.

As a rule of thumb, the boost level corresponds to the

number of bathers using the spa. For example, activate

the boost level to 2 if two bathers are entering the spa.

1. With the system in maintenance mode,

press the Boost key to activate the Boost mode.

2. The keypad display will show a numeric value that

corresponds to the selected level. There are 8 possible

levels available with the boost mode. Set the boost level

by using the up and down arrow to select the number

of bathers that use the spa.

3. Confirm the selection by pressing the Boost key again or

wait 5 seconds for the system to save the desired level

and activate the Boost cycle.

Note: The in.clear keeps the last used boost level

in memory.

4. At the end of the boost period, verify that the bromine

level has returned to the 3-5 PPM range. If the bromine

level is too low or too high after the Boost period,

the boost level should be adjusted the next time

the spa is used. For example, if bromine level is higher

than 5 PPM after a boost of 2, lower the boost level

to 1 the next time. Repeat these steps until you are able

to determine the ideal boost level for your usage.

Note: Boost levels depend on the number of bathers

using the spa. We recommend you validate the Boost

level after each use to determine the ideal boost level for

all numbers of bathers.

Changing the water temperature setpoint of your spa,

or using the economy mode, could require a change

in the maintenance level of your in.clear. Lower water

temperatures may require a lower maintenance level

than higher temperature setpoints. Please check

your bromine level when changing your temperature

setpoint or using the economy mode of your spa.

Never adjust the maintenance level of your in.clear

without allowing at least 24 hours following the end

of the boost period. Boost cycles allow the residual

bromine level to stabilize. Bromine levels outside

the 3-5 PPM range may result from pollutants

following usage.

Linked version only: If the pack connected to

the in.clear detects spa use (pumps, blower, or

lights active) for 5 minutes without a boost, it will

automatically start a boost at the last used level. This

is a security feature only, and should not be used to

replace the boost setting. Incorrect boost settings for

the bather load could damage spa parts and/or be

hazardous to bathers.

Set the maintenance level

Determining the proper maintenance level for your spa is

an extremely important step. DO NOT use your spa during

this step as it will slow the process. Be patient. Make sure

you follow steps 1 through 4 of the Before Starting section

before performing the following steps.

1. Power up your spa and activate the system by pressing

the Boost key.

2.Make sure your maintenance level is set to 15.

To adjust the level, press and hold the Program key for 2

seconds, then use the Up and Down keys to adjust the

maintenance level. The bromine generation rate ranges

from 1 to 50, where 1 corresponds to the system’s

minimum generating rate and 50 corresponds to the

maximum generation rate allowed by the system.

OPTIONAL: Set the boost to level 2 to help build up the

bromine bank faster and speed up the startup process.

3. Use a test kit to check the bromine level every

12-24 hours*. The bromine level should be between

3-5 PPM. If the bromine level is within that range for

3 consecutive days, you are ready to use your spa.

If the bromine level is above 5 PPM, decrease the

maintenance level. If the bromine level is below 3 PPM,

increase the maintenance level.

4. Repeat step 3 until bromine is stable between 3 and

5 PPM for 3 consecutive days.

Do NOT increase/decrease maintenance level in steps

greater than 2.

Setting the maintenance level to a value that's too high

can cause damage to your equipment.

Check bromine level and always test water before

entering the spa.

If the bromine level is higher than 5 PPM, lower

the maintenance level and turn off the system

until the bromine level is back below 5 PPM.

Then, restart the system and continue monitoring

the bromine level.

To lower the bromine level, expose your spa water

to the sun and activate all pumps for a few cycles.

*Testing bromine levels with FAS-DPD drop count method

is more accurate than using test strips. Bromine FAS-DPD

is available at www.geckodepot.com under number 0699-

300008.

Start up procedure

Low Sodium Bromide

Error

Low Sodium Bromide Error

(Err) occurs when the

sodium bromide level is too

low. The lo LED indicator

will blink when the error

is present. The in.clear

system will not generate

bromine until the Low

Sodium Bromide Error (Err)

is cleared.

To clear the Low Sodium

Bromide error (Err), add

sodium bromide to the spa

water. Let water circulate

for 5 minutes. Activate

diagnostic mode and add

more sodium bromide until

gauge is back in the green

zone. Exit diagnostic mode.

Low Sodium Bromide

Warning

Low Sodium Bromide

Warning (Lo) indicates

the need to add sodium

bromide to the spa water.

In diagnostic mode, add

sodium bromide to the

water until the gauge

reaches the green zone

to clear a Low Sodium

Bromide Warning (Lo).

If after adding sodium

bromide the Low

Sodium Bromide

Warning (Lo) or Low

Sodium Bromide Error

(Err) still occurs it

could be the result of:

• calcification of the

electrolytic plates;

• airlocks trapped

in the in.clear unit or

insufficient flow;

• internal pressure

switch problem.

Blinking “AC ”

A blinking “AC” message

displayed on the keypad

indicates that there is a

problem with the power

input. The most common

reason is that the in.clear

unit is supplied with 120 V

instead of 240 V. Please

make sure power cord is

connected properly to a

240 V source.

Standalone version

only: Bromine

Generation indicator

blinking

A blinking Bromine

Generation LED means

that the system is unable to

generate bromine because

no water flow is detected

by the in.clear system. This

situation is normal if the

pump is not running and

no water is flowing through

the in.clear. However, if

water is circulating through

the in.clear unit, and the

Bromine Generation LED

is still blinking, make sure

that the in.clear is installed

on the pressure side of

the pump and that water

is properly flowing through

the in.clear unit.

Bromine Generation

indicator is off

The Bromine Generation

LED indicator is OFF

when there is no need

for bromine generation.

This situation is normal,

especially with low

maintenance level of

bromine generation set on

the keypad.

Troubleshooting

FLO error (out of

diagnostic mode)

With the linked version the

FLO error appears when

the in.clear's pressostat

is open for longer than

3 minutes and the pump

associated with it was

activated by the spa pack.

Verify that the in.clear unit

was installed on the right

pump (must be installed

on the circulation pump if

present).

Check that the in.clear is

installed on the pressure

side of the pump and that

water is flowing through the

in.clear unit.

Communication Error

The Co error indicates

that a linked version of the

in.clear is being used, but

a pack cannot be detected.

Ensure that you are using

a compatible pack with

appropriate software, and

that all connections are

secure. If this does not

clear the message, contact

your dealer for help.

High Sodium Bromide

Warning

High Sodium Bromide

Warning (Hi) occurs when

too much sodium bromide

is present in the water or

there is a high TDS level

(water hardness, alkalinity,

organic compounds, etc).

To clear a High Sodium

Bromide Warning, readjust

the sodium bromide

content of your water in

diagnostic mode, into the

green zone by draining

some water from your spa

and adding fresh water.

in.clear is turned off

The OFF message

indicates that the in.clear is

turned off.

Press the Boost key

reactivate the in.clear.

Troubleshooting

Q: What should I use to clean my spa?

A: Always use a non-sudsing cleaner found

at your spa store.

Q: When my in.clear bromine generator is off does

the sodium bromide continue sanitizing my spa?

A: No, the in.clear system does not sanitize if inactive.

If there is a residual bank of bromine, bromine

continues to sanitize the spa water. The in.clear may

be off at certain times and the spa will still be fine

and clean.

The sodium bromide is converted to bromine as it

passes through the electrodes of the in.clear system

and the pump associated with the in.clear is running.

Q: Why is my spa water cloudy/oily?

A: If your spa becomes cloudy or oily due to bather

load perform an additional Boost and wait for

24 hours to see if conditions return to normal.

If the problem persists consult a spa/pool dealer

to have your water balanced properly.

Q: Does the sodium bromide evaporate?

A: No. Sodium bromide is only lost through splash

out, eaks or when draining your spa.

Low or no bromine reading

Make sure the maintenance level is properly set

according to the procedure described in the section Set

Maintenance Level. Make sure there is no error or warning

message on the display, the cell is activated and that

water is circulating properly through the cell.

Make sure water chemistry is balanced. Refer to

the section Adjust Water Chemistry in the Spa for

more details.

Test your spa water for phosphate to make sure there is

no contamination. Phosphates should never exceed

100 PPB. Phosphates can be introduced to your spa

water by household cleaners, soaps and lotions.

Change your filter or clean it with a filter cleaner

and rinse thouroughly with cold water.

Make sure the in.clear cell is not damaged and that

no calcium or lime deposits appear on the cell plates.

Clean your cell regularly (at least once a year).

Long recovery time after usage

Activate Boost Mode at the appropriate level every time

you use your spa. Refer to the section Determine the

Boost Level.

Heavy bather loads will require longer boost periods.

If bromine level is below 3 PPM following a boost period,

re-activate Boost Mode to bring the bromine bank within

3-5 PPM.

The bromine bank should always be regenerated following

a boost period. If a high boost level does not regenerate

the bromine bank properly, increase the daily filtration

time.

If bromine production is still inadequate after following

all of the instructions above, biofilm deposits could be

causing the lack of bromine generation. Flushing products

such as Sea Klear Spa System Flush, Swirl Away or

National Chemistry Spa Purge have shown to be effective

for biofilm removal.

Troubleshooting

Frequently Asked Questions

Organic Matter

Substances left behind

by spa users such as oil,

sweat and dead skin cells

that serve as "food" for

bacteria.

Calcium Hardness (CH)

Calcium Hardness

describes the

concentration of calcium in

your spa water.

Total Hardness (TH)

Total Hardness describes

the concentration of

calcium and magnesium in

your spa water.

Bather Load

This term is used to

describe the number

of bathers using a spa,

combined with the length

and frequency of its usage.

The higher the bath usage,

the greater quantity of

chemicals needs to be

added to maintain the

same spa water quality.

TDS

Total Dissolved Solids

(TDS) is an expression for

the combined content of

all inorganic and organic

substances contained in

a liquid which are present

in a molecular, ionized or

micro-granular (colloidal

sol) suspended form.

pH (potential hydrogen) is

a measure of the acidity or

basicity of a solution.

PPM

"Parts-per million"

notation is used to denote

relative proportions or a

comparative ratio in a given

measured quantity.

The expression "1 PPM"

means a given property

exists at a relative

proportion of one part per

million parts examined,

as would occur if a

water-borne pollutant was

present at a concentration

of one-millionth of a

gram per gram of sample

solution.

Total Alkalinity (TA)

Total Alkalinity or TA is a

measure of the ability of

a solution (such as water)

to neutralize acids to

the equivalence point of

carbonate or bicarbonate.

Glossary

Phosphoric acid

or muriatic acid

Refer to acid manufacturer's instructions.

Wear eye protection and rubber gloves during these

operations. Splashing or spilling acid can cause severe

personal injuries and/or property damage.

Always work in a well-ventilated area.

Always add acid to the water; never add water

to the acid.

Do not pour acid outside of the unit where

the connectors are located.

Never use acetic acid to clean the cell, as this will

cause permanent damage to cell components and

void the warranty.

In.clear includes a self-cleaning feature to prevent scale

deposits on the graphite electrodes of the in.clear system.

However, deposits may still form due to hard water. If that

happens the cell should be cleaned in an acidic solution.

All power must be disconnected before any service

procedure is performed.

Disconnect the communication cable and power cable of

the in.clear unit.

To clean the in.clear cell, follow these steps:

• To remove scales from the cell, we recommend

using phosphoric acid (non-diluted) as the preferred

cleaning product.

• Close the spa flow shut off valves. Unscrew both

unions from the unit and remove the cell from

the spa equipment compartment.

• Install the rubber washer and the plastic nut on the

threaded end of the cell. Tighten plastic nut firmly.

• Place the cell vertically with the cap end down into

a plastic 19 L (5 U.S. gallon) bucket and carefully

pour the acid solution into the cell until the 4 plates

are covered (careful not to overflow). The acid

solution will begin to produce bubbles to clean

the electrodes.

A foaming action will follow, which is caused by

the scale deposits being dissolved from the plates.

If rigorous foaming action does not begin, the cell

does not need to be cleaned. Rinse and reinstall

the cell.

• Allow the electrodes to remain in the solution until

the foaming has stopped. However, DO NOT leave

in acid for more than fifteen minutes. Excessive acid

cleaning will damage the electrolytic cell.

• Pour the acid solution back into the bucket and rinse

the cell thoroughly with clean tap water. If deposits

are still visible, repeat operation for fifteen minutes

maximum (some acid may need to be added to

the solution).

• Remove the plastic nut and washer from the cell

and keep them for future cell cleaning.

• Rinse the in.clear with fresh water.

• Re-install the in.clear unit into spa system plumbing,

tighten all connections by hand. Open the spa flow

shut off valves.

• Reconnect the keypad and power cable.

• Turn power on and start up the pump. Check the

keypad to see that the bromine generation LED is

on and resume normal operation.

Cell cleaning

in.clear dimensions

Inside diameter

(50.8 mm)

6.1"

(155 mm)

Rugged plastic watertight enclosure

4.7"

(120 mm)

Power input cable

10.9"

(277 mm)

Comm. PortKeypad connector

Buttress threads

3-8 both ends

Buttress threads

3-8 both ends

4.75"

(120 mm)

1.7"

(43 mm)

Keypad dimensions

(51 mm)

Dimensions

The stand can be used for

floor mounting and for wall

mounting.

The stand includes the

required screws to mount

the device to the stand.

The mounting screws to attach

the stand to the spa

are not included.

The following material is recommended:

4- # 10 screws of appropriate length with round,

truss or pan head.

4- washers 12 mm OD x 1.5 mm thickness

(1/2" OD x 1/16”).

Select the most appropriate location for in.clear and firmly

attach each stand to wooden base with 2 screws backed

by 2 washers.

in.clear installation with stand

Gecko # 9920-101464

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Floor and side mounting

Fig.A: in.clear installation scheme with circulation pump

Note: The pressure in the piping must be at least 3 psi when water is circulating

spa filter

circulation pump

11.4 to 151 liters/min

(3 to 40 US GPM)

water jet

heater

spa

in.clear

Make sure there are no kinks in the plumbing.

Water flow must run from bottom to top

if installed vertically.

If water flow is as low as 11.4 l/min (3 GPM) and

the in.clear is to be installed horizontally, an air gap

may appear at the top which may decrease the

performance of the unit. In this case, raise the outlet

1" above the water inlet level.

We do not recommend installing the linked version

of the in.clear on a heat recovery system, as the

in.clear forces filtration and risks raising the water

temperature above the Set Point.

The in.clear must be installed on a circulation pump

if one is present.

We do not recommend installing the in.clear on a

spa equipped with a dual-speed pump. The in.clear

works only when the pump is running; therefore

a dual-speed pump will need to run 8-10 hours for

optimum bromine production. This may be difficult

for a large pump to do in warm weather, without

overheating the spa.

Install the in.clear on the pressure side on a 11.4 to

151 l/min (3 to 40 US GPM) flow line. Do not to

exceed 151 l/min (40 US GPM) to prevent excessive

electrode wear and damage to the in.clear unit.

Installation

Warnings!

in.clear installation

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