Pentair EasyTouch 8 and 4 Pool and Spa Control System - Manual (Page 17)

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EasyTouch Load Center Installation Guide
Installing Conduit and Wire to the EasyTouch Load Center
Before installing electrical conduit, read the following recommended guidelines:
• Determine the number of low and high voltage circuits being used in the EasyTouch load
center, the conduit size and runs needed based on the wire size, and the number of
conductors within the conduit.
• Use 14 minimum to 6 maximum AWG for relay circuits depending on the load requirement.
Be sure to follow all regulation safety codes for the number and size of conductors that can
be installed in various sizes of conduit.
• Power supply cable to the EasyTouch load center must have a minimum supply conductor
current of 60 AMP.
• Supply circuit must be protected by suitable breaker rated no higher than 125 AMP.
• To avoid obstruction into the EasyTouch load center, when using electrical conduit complete
the installation of the conduit before concrete is poured. Also, underground conduit should
be positioned in well compacted soil. Ensure that all conduit joints are well sealed and
watertight.
To install electrical conduit and wires as needed:
WARNING - TO AVOID AN ELECTRICAL HAZARD - Do not connect the power
source conductors to the EasyTouch load center circuit breaker until all electrical
connections for all loads (heaters, pumps, motorized valves, and lights etc.) have
been completed.
• Use the one of the three low voltage raceway 3/4" holes located on the underside of the
enclosure for the temperature sensor wires (see page 17).
• For the AC power wire into the EasyTouch load center from the main circuit breaker at the
house, use three conductors, one each for red, black, and white (or red, red and black for
220 VAC). The maximum load is 125 AMP at 120 VAC/240 VAC 60 Hz/50 Hz. These
conductors should be secured to supply side of circuit breaker base. Use a 1" conduit run for
these power conductors. For the main AC power conduit, it is recommended to use the 1"
conduit knockout located directly under the enclosure circuit breaker.
CAUTION All of the electrical wiring methods and materials used to complete the electrical
installation of the EasyTouch Pool/Spa Control System must be in accordance with the National
Electrical Code or the Canadian Electric Code, as well as any local electrical codes in effect at the
time of installation.
CAUTION All electrical materials used for the EasyTouch installation must be accomplished by,
or be under the direct supervision of a qualified electrician.