Plan to upgrade automation. Does this make sense?

[Dr. T]

I have a pool and spa that are on separate systems. Both are salt systems with ph/orp control. After numerous years of frustration with the orp systems (and finding this site with clear explanations of why the frustrations occur) I'm ready to make a change. The spa is controlled by a Pro Logic controller, T-cell and Sense-Dispense setup. The pool has an Aquarite, HCC2000 and T-cell. Both the single speed pool pump and the variable speed spa pump are controlled through the Pro Logic controller. Here's my plan.....Eliminate the Sense-Dispense and HCC2000 units. Upgrade the Pro Logic with the OmniPL retrofit kit (HLXPROUPG), Integrate the pool's Aquarite with the OmniPL by installing the Aquarite communication board for Omni controls (daughter board HLAQRPCB). Does this make sense? Will it work to control both SWG systems through the OmniPL?

 

[ajw22]

Will it work to control both SWG systems through the OmniPL?

The OmniPL will not control two SWG's according to this members experience...

2 SWG’s on an Omni PL?

So…. I have pool that is about to be completed for a customer. It’s pretty complex. 2 Laminars, 2 Waterbowls, 2 SWG’s, UV filter and an Omni PL. The 2nd SWG is for the spa. My only concern is that the customer is happy with their setup and that it is fully automated. That being said, is there...

www.troublefreepool.com

 

[Dr. T]

OK, I'll likely upgrade the Pro Logic with the OmniPL Retrofit kit but not bother trying to connect the Aquarite via the daughter board unless I just want to be able to monitor both systems on the app (if that's even possible). Thank you!

 

[ajw22]

Let us know what you figure out about managing two SWG's.

 

[Dr. T]

I will. From reading more it seems the daughter board will work to control an Aquarite with an Omni Hub or OmniLogic controller. I can't find any definitive info on if it will connect to an OmniPL......

 

[ajw22]

Hayward does not provide much technical product information to their retail customers.

 

[Dr. T]

Hayward does not provide much technical product information to their retail customers.

That's for sure. Very frustrating for someone who likes to DIY and understand exactly how the system works!