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Swimming Pool Automation

There has always been electronics and some sort of automation in swimming pools, in the early days there were analog timers built into the electrical switchboard of the house which would in turn tell the pump when to turn on and off. Since then there has been a steady stream of changes and improvements to the swimming pool industry to decrease maintenance and improve usability.

Radio Remote Control. 4 Function

A “Radio Remote Control. 4 Function” will allow you to turn on up to four devices with a radio controlled remote, simply plug the device you wish to turn on by remote into one of the four 240V AC outlets on the bottom of the unit and press the corresponding button on the remote. It should be noted that most remote control units can only handle a max load of 10amps, which is suitable for lights, chlorinators and pool pumps. If you wish to turn on larger devices such as heaters with more draw it requires a higher tier of automation. 

Swimming pool automation has a great entry level set of products, with more complex products for their respective situations. 

With complex electronics becoming more affordable swimming pool automation can be as simple or as complex as needed. It all comes down to one touch of a remote or smartphone to enable or disable actuator valves, heating methods, pool cleaners, super chlorination, water features or to change speeds for Variable Speed Pumps.

Actuator valves are equipped with motors that turn the handle on the valve from one direction to the other when an electric current is sent to the valve. Using actuator valves in conjunction with variable speed pumps grant the ability to direct water flow and speed to allow water features and solar heating to function. When investing into pool automation and solar is already installed it is best to in most cases remove both the filtration and solar pump and use one single variable speed pump. Using only one pump will cut your power requirements quite considerably and reduce the overall sound and noise of the pool equipment.

Zodiac TRI iAqualink

The Zodiac TRI iAqualink has several options, generally it is best to opt for the model with two actuators even if only one is required, the second can be used for a spare able to control water flow to another device in the future or one unforeseen at the time. The control unit works similar to the Four Function controller with the added bonus of using any smartphone to turn multiple devices on and off with one touch.

Requirements of the Zodiac TRI iAqualink include the unit being within wireless range of your house in order to control the unit with your smartphone. 

Zodiac iAqualink Swimming Pool Automation

Zodiac iAqualink 

Like most other technologies swimming pool automation has a variety of models and versions, the Zodiac iAqualink is the bigger more complex version of the Zodiac TRI iAqualink. This model can power up to 8 devices and requires an electritian to install the unit and auxiliary 240v outlets, the rest of the set up can then be done by a trained pool technician. The main benefit to this unit is its complexity, the Zodiac iAqualink is best suited to pools with multiple pumps, salt water chlorinators, water features, lights and spa devices such as blowers and pumps.

Both the TRI iAqualink and iAqualink can monitor ambient, current water and set heat temperatures. Setting the heat temperatures depending on the setup can enable heating when the water temperature falls below the desired setting, and then disabling it once the desired temperature has been reached. This works well for solar heating as only one pump is required.

 

For any enquiries or more information about these products please phone 
(07) 3396 4993. alternatively send us an email

Chlorinator Repairs

We have been undertaking salt water chlorinator repairs for over 20 years.  We carry or can source most major brands of Salt Cells and basic spare parts such as chlorinator timers and switches. We also stock salt cell housings and lead repair kits.  Most chlorinators can be fixed within 48 hours and our rates for repairs are very reasonable as our chlorinator repairs are done in house, which means your not paying for extra costs like couriers or just general mark up profits.

Salt Chlorinator Repairs vs Replacement:

Most chlorinators can be repaired but some items or types of damage are simply too expensive or unavailable, in these cases a replacement option will be recommended.

Quotes:

We only charge a small $40.00 fee for quotes on salt chlorinator repairs, our techs will assess your chlorinator and will phone or email you with an accurate quote as soon as possible after receiving your chlorinator.

How Long do repairs take?

If parts are in stock or available from the manufacturer, we can usually complete your repairs in 48 hours from when we receive your approval for the repair.  Payment is required upon picking up or before shipping your chlorinator. 

Getting your Chlorinator to us:

You can drop your chlorinator in to us, or have us pick it up.  If we are picking up your chlorinator a service call out of $80 will be charged.

 

For any enquiries or more information about this service please phone 
(07) 3396 4993. alternatively send us an email

Pool & Spa Equipment

No matter what equipment you need for your pool or spa, we have access to it or a comparable alternative. Like wise any spare parts you need, with support from over 20 major pool industry suppliers we are sure to have access to the equipment for your specific needs. Some of our major equipment is listed below.

Zodiac Swimming Pool Pump

Zodiac Flo Pro Epump

The swimming pool pump is the heart of the pool system, just like your engine is the heart of your car. Your pool pump is a key component of the filtration process. Swimming pumps we currently stock are the Zodiac FloPro Epump, Zodiac FloProE3 and the Zodiac FloPro Pool Pump.

How The Pool Pump Works

The pool pump draws water from your pool into the skimmer box, where it is then passed through a fine straining basket before being pushed through to your filtration and then returned to the pool by the pool return lines.

Choosing The Right Pool Pump

It's important to size your pool pump correctly. This will ensure that your pool runs at an optimum level, resulting in fewer problems, easier maintenance, lower energy costs and longer equipment life.

Zodiac Salt Water Chlorinators

Tri Series Salt Water Chlorinator

The Zodiac range of swimming pool chlorine generators (also referred to as salt water chlorinators) create their own chlorine in the pool water, meaning you don't need to add chlorine to your pool manually.

With a chlorine generator you no longer need to purchase, transport, store or manually add chlorine as part of your routine maintenance. Furthermore, a chlorine generator also helps to eliminate red eyes, skin irritations and harsh chemical odours which can be caused by incorrectly maintained conventional chlorinated pools.

Chlorine generators use electrolysis to sanitise your swimming pool, by passing salt water through an electrolytic cell which converts chloride contained in the salt water into chlorine.

Installing a chlorine generator will leave you and your family with water that is far more enjoyable to swim in.

The Zodiac Salt Water Chlorinators we stock and supply are the TRi-XO Series, El-24 Series and the new eXO Series which is smart programmable and also wifi/pH upgradable.

Zodiac Titan Thermoplastic Sand Filter

 

Zodiac Swimming Pool Filters

The Titan Series Thermoplastic Sand Pool Filter range utilizes the latest pool filter technology making them the perfect partner to Zodiac's range of high performance pool pumps.

They are durable, corrosion and UV resistant and extremely user friendly providing crystal clear water with minimal maintenance.

These units can be installed with all media types including Zodiac Glass Media for longer lasting filtration and proformance. 

 

Zodiac MX8

Zodiac Swimming Pool Cleaners

In Australia there are currently three common types of automatic pool cleaners used in domestic pools - suction, pressure and robotic.

Suction Cleaners

Suction cleaners are the most common automatic pool cleaners in Australia. They work in much the same way as a vacuum cleaner, operating when the pool pump is turned on, they suck leaves and debris into the pools skimmer basket located on the side of the pool.

Pressure Cleaners

Pressure cleaners work from a dedicated return line and run by water pressure from the pump. This water pressure drives the cleaner around the pool. Pressure cleaners don't suck leaves and debris into your pool filter or pump basket, thereby taking the load off your filtration system. They are perfect for pools in leafy areas with heavy debris.

Robotic Cleaners

With advancements in technology, robotic cleaners are now an affordable and effective option for many pool owners. Robotic cleaners work independently from the filter and pump and are driven by an electric motor inside the unit. They are self-contained, collecting dirt and debris in a bag or cartridge within the cleaner.

These robotic cleaners are by far the most effective and efficient cleaning option and can handle almost all pool and debris types.

 

For any enquiries or more information about these products please phone
  (07) 3396 4993. alternatively send us an email

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