Key facts
- Brand
- Hayward
- Model
- PL-P-4-X288
- Industry
- Industrial
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-07-11
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Hayward PL-P-4-X288 SmartControl Operation Manual
This document is the Operation Manual for the Hayward SmartControl automation system, specifically model PL-P-4-X288. It covers the setup and daily operation of the system, including how to adjust water chemistry settings such as chlorine, pH, and alkalinity directly on the display. The guide explains how to manually and automatically operate pool and spa valves, heaters, and chlorinators.
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Mounting, wiring and first power-up. Read it before the hardware goes in.
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the ideal range for free chlorine?
The desired output should be adjusted to maintain free chlorine between 1.0-3.0 ppm.
What is the ideal pH range?
The pH level should be maintained between 7.2 and 7.8.
How do I enter Service Mode?
Push the SERVICE button once on the main unit keypad to disable automatic control operation.
What is the heater cooldown feature?
It automatically turns off the heater after a set period; pressing the Filter button activates it.
