9. SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
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HANDY TIP:
Returning this mix to your pool only returns the calcium you just removed, so you may be better off reusing the
solution until exhausted then disposing of it. Always store this solution safely as advised on the container.
Do not scratch or bend the electrode plates in the Housing.
Ensure that the O-ring is clean, greased and properly seated.
Rinse the electrode in clean water and re- t the electrode in the Housing, ensuring that the Locking Ring is hand
tight and secure.
Turn on the wall outlet switch and the pump and the system will return to the mode it was in before.
9.2 Inspecting the ION Rods
The Copper/Silver Rods are sacri cial and will have to be replaced from time to time (typically every 2 years)
depending on the size of your swimming pool.
When the Rods appear thin the unit will display
FAULT: Check ION Rods CUSTOMER SUPPORT
as seen to the right.
Naked Pools ION replacement Copper/Silver Rods come complete with cable and plug
attached for ease of installation and replacement.
For inspection or to change ION Rods please follow these steps:
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Switch off the wall outlet switch as this ensures the pump and system will not turn on.
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Unscrew the ION Locking Ring and remove the Rods from the Housing and simply unplug the cable from the base
of the control unit.
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Replace with new NKD ION Rods and repeat the process, ensuring that the O-ring is clean, greased and properly
seated and the Locking Ring is hand tight and secure.
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Turn on the wall outlet switch and the pump and the system will return to the mode it was in before.
9.3 Inspecting and Cleaning the Control Unit
Little or no maintenance is normally required with the NKD1 Fresh Water System Control Unit.
Ensure the Control Unit 3 pin plug is connected into a suitable weatherproof RCD protected 10amp outlet. Ensure
that the pump plugs into the 3 pin AC Socket located at the bottom of the Control Unit. Check all plugs and cords
for damage. If damaged then it should be replaced by the manufacturer, their agent or similar quali ed person, in
order to avoid a hazard.
If the system is to be hard wired, then a quali ed electrician must complete the installation.
The NKD1 Fresh Water System Control Unit has air vents to allow internal components to remain cool in hot
weather. It has a special oil spray applied to the inside of the unit during production to stop the insects from
entering the unit. To help assist in keeping the insects away, apply a surface spray periodically on the wall or post
that the unit is mounted on.
DO NOT
spray directly into the Control Unit and make sure the power is off when you
spray. Allow adequate time for the spray to dry before turning power on again.
When mixing acid with water,
ALWAYS ADD ACID TO WATER. NEVER ADD WATER TO ACID.
Eye Protection, mask and gloves should be worn when cleaning the cell.
