POOL PREPARATION............................7 NKD1 SYSTEM INSTALLATION..........................8 Installation Diagram..........................8 Control Unit Installation......................8 OXI Cell /Housing Installation........................9 ION Installation..............................9 STARTING YOUR NKD1 FRESH WATER SYSTEM......................10 Switching on the Unit..........................10 Start Up Clock Set...........................10 Mineral or Salt Mix...........................10 Initial Start Up............................10 Start Up Information.............................11 Default Display Screen..........................11...
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T ABLE OF CONTENTS NKD1 FRESH WATER SYSTEM MENU GUIDE..................18 Backwash............................18 Brightness............................18 Cell Cleaning - OXI Cell Reversing Time................18 OXI Boost................................18 OXI Setting................................19 Clock/Timer...............................19 Contrast................................19 Power/Mode............................19 Pump Setting............................19 7.10 TDS Test................................20 7.11 Service Menu..............................20 7.12 Spa Mode............................20 7.13 Winter Mode..........................20...
The product shall be installed according to AS/NZS 3000 wiring rules. It shall be installed outside the pool zone. Please contact Naked Pools on 1300 625 331 for further assistance.
While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. Naked Pools Pty Ltd reserves the right to change the speci cations of the hardware and software described herein at any time without prior notice.
CONTROL UNIT HOUSING WITH UNIONS BRACKET CARD 2X50/40 2X Green Wall The Installation Redusing Bushes Plugs with Screws & Operating Manual 2.3 Tools Needed BASIC PVC FITTINGS PVC PRIMER AND GLUE NO.2 PHILIPS HEAD SCREWDRIVER DRILL WITH 6MM HACKSAW www.naked-pools.com...
• Running the pump will mix the water and help the salt/minerals to dissolve. When taking your pool water to a pool shop for testing please ensure you take the enclosed laminated NKD1 System Card to ensure your water is tested correctly and accurate results are achieved. See handy tips 8.0 WATER CHEMISTRY.
TO POOL 4.2 Control Unit Installation • The NKD1 Control Unit has an Ingress Protection Rating of IP23 enabling it to be installed outdoors. Regulations require that the Control Unit shall be installed outside the pool zone. The Control Unit shall be installed according to AS/NZS 3000 wiring rules.
4. NKD1 SYSTEM INST ALLATION 4.3 OXI/Housing Installation • Connect the Housing horizontally in the return line to the pool (use reducing bushes supplied if 40mm PVC pipe) using high pressure PVC glue. The Housing can be mounted vertically but provision must be made for a gas trap.
5. ST ARTING YOUR NKD1 FRESH WATER SYSTEM 5.1 Switching on the Unit When switching on the NKD1 Fresh Water System for the rst time the screen to the right will be displayed. 5.2 Start Up Clock Set START UP CLOCK SET allows you to program the exact time of the day.
A reading of 40,000Lt or similar ashes to show it can be changed. Pressing [OK] con rms your selection. If you do not know your pool size you can press [OK] and set this later or visit www.naked-pools.com or call 1800 NAKED1 (625 331) for further information.
Pressing [+] takes you to the last menu and using the [-] or [OK] enters the rst 3 menus. Pressing [<] returns you to the previous menu screen. Pressing [+] or [-] scrolls up or down and [OK] enters the ashing menu. Below are the available menus in the NKD1 Fresh Water System 1 Backwash 8 Power/Mode...
6. CONTROL PANEL OPERATION 6.2 POWER/MODE [POWER/MODE] button changes the operating modes of your NKD1 Fresh Water System. When pressed the Mode will change AUTO to OFF then ON. When the unit is rst powered on the factory setting is in AUTO as shown to the right.
6.4 ION BEFORE ENTERING ION YOU MUST BE IN THE DDS SCREEN. [ION] button automatically controls the IONISER output for your NKD1 Fresh Water System. The output is determined by the volume of water when your pool size is entered in 5.4 Start Up Information.
Pressing [<] returns you to the previous display. TIMER 2: OFF TIME (MM) MM digits ash and pressing [+] increases the time and [-] decreases the time. Pressing [OK] accepts the selected minute MM. Pressing [<] returns you to the previous display. www.naked-pools.com...
This gives you time to ensure all lids are resealed and that all the required ow valves are returned to their correct positions. Do a nal check that everything is in the correct positions and sealed. Press [BACKWASH] to exit the BACKWASH COMPLETED mode and you will return to the DDS screen. www.naked-pools.com...
(50% or different if you set it to that). Signi cant savings can be achieved in winter months as running times can also be altered by up to 50% depending on your pool set up. Visit www.naked-pools.com or call 1800 NAKED1 (625 331) for further information.
7. NKD1 FRESH WATER SYSTEM MENU GUIDE 7.1 Backwash See 6.6 BACKWASH (CONTROL PANEL OPERATION) 7.2 Brightness BRIGHTNESS is entered by pressing the [OK] button in the MAIN MENU and scrolling to BRIGHTNESS (Menu 2). The factory setting is 65%.
The factory setting is set to 100% and in majority of pools remains at 100%. If unsure visit www.naked-pools.com or call 1800 NAKED1 (625 331) for further information. Pressing [+] or [-] anytime whilst in the DDS screen increases or decreases in 1% increments.
7. NKD1 FRESH WATER SYSTEM MENU GUIDE 7.10 TDS Test TDS TEST is designed to measure the TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) in the water. TDS is the combination of all solids that are present in the water such as salts/minerals, calcium, sodium bicarbonate and acid.
8. WATER CHEMISTRY The NKD1 Fresh Water System is designed for use with swimming pool water balanced in accordance with the Langelier Saturation Index with a pH range of 6.8-7.8.As previously advised, for best performance and operation of your NKD1 Fresh Water System, certain water balances must be maintained within your swimming pool. Have your water tested regularly.
High Total Alkalinity will cause constantly high pH levels. When Total Alkalinity is high you can add hydrochloric acid (a little at a time) to lower the Total Alkalinity. When Total Alkalinity is low you can add sodium bicarbonate to raise the Total Alkalinity. www.naked-pools.com...
Only add chemicals in the method and quantities as indicated on the packaging provided or advised by your local pool professional. Also, if in doubt of any results you achieve then do not hesitate to consult with your local pool professional or visit www.naked-pools.com www.naked-pools.com...
9. SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Maintenance of your NKD1 Fresh Water System is designed to be simple. Your Fresh Water System has to be one of the most productive pieces of equipment on your swimming pool so it will require some basic maintenance.
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.
10. SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING If you suspect for any reason your NKD1 Fresh Water System is not performing or running as it should be, here are some handy troubleshooting tips that may assist you. Alternatively visit www.naked-pools.com or call 1800 NAKED1 (625 331) for further information.
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2-3% Insufficient water ow through Check water ow and ensure a full the OXI/ION Housing chamber of water is passing over the OXI Cell and ION rods You may need to backwash your lter (sec. 6.6) www.naked-pools.com...
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Check pH guide (sec. 8.3) Cell at the ends of its life If full output is not reached then it could be a failing Cell 10.21 Timer loses time when mains Battery life expired Replace Battery - return for service power removed www.naked-pools.com...
11. SCHEMATICS AND PART NUMBERS NAKED NKD1 FRESHWATER SYSTEM If in doubt, please visit the website or call 1800 Naked1 www.naked-pools.com...
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N00364 NKD1 Cover BLACK NKD1 Vent Naked BLACK N00842 N00367 NKD1 Front Flap BLUE N00870 NKD1 Decal Sticker (set of 2) N00693 Multi Triac Shunt PCB NKD1 LCD Display PCB N00496 Aluminium Die Casting with BLACK Outer Coating N00356 N00453-2...
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O'Ring - NKD1 Oxidiser Electrode EPDM rubber N00460-1 NKD1 Oxidiser Electrode Cap Locking Ring N00380 SCCAP NKD1 Oxidiser Electrode Cap (c/w cable, cover, cap, brassware, washers, resin lled) N00530 Oxidiser Clip 11 Plate BLUE N00322 Oxidiser Clip Spacer Rod BLUE...
ALL NEW POOL START UPS THE TOTAL DISSOLVED SOLIDS (TDS) OF THE WATER WILL VARY DEPENDING ON YOUR LOCATION BEFORE ADDING SALT TEST YOUR POOL WATER FOR THE TOTAL TDS LEVELS RECOMMENDED TDS LEVELS FOR NAKED POOLS FRESH WATER SYSTEMS: 800-1000PPM WATER BALANCE GUIDELINES...
ACCORDINGLY CARRIES THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY. 13.1 The NKD1 Fresh Water System Control Unit will be repaired at no charge for a period of 36 Months from the date of purchase should it be found, after examination, that the failure has been caused by faulty workmanship or materials.
Repairs should only be carried out by qualified persons or Naked Pools appointed agents. Naked Pools Pty Ltd reserves the right to refuse warranty if any damage caused to the Fresh Water System or auxiliary pool equipment that is not a result of a manufacturer’s defect.
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