This document provides technical specifications for the EL84P Mach 3 pool and spa control system. It includes the model and software version numbers, optional base and auxiliary panels that can be used, and a system revision history. Wiring diagrams and DIP switch settings are provided for the default system configuration.

1. EL84P Mach 3 Tech Sheet
Balboa Instruments
System PN 54775
System Model # EL8-EL84P-YCAH
Software Version # 32
EPN # 2756
Base PCBA – PN 55889
PCB EL8000 – PN 22041 Rev A
HEX File – 10013432_EL84P_02.hex
Configuration Signature – 513BFF57
Base Panels
ML900 – PN 54589
Aux Panels
AX10A3 – PN 52765
Optional Base Panel
MLM990S – PN 54527-02
Requires ADCM Splitter to be installed.
Aux Panels
AX40 – PN 55487
Template used: 40575-v32_A.pdf 04/15/2008
54775_97_C.pdf 09/10/2008
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2. System Revision History
System PN EPN Date Requested By Changes Made
54775 2756 02.11.2008 Balboa New system at v31
54775 2756 04.24.2008 Balboa Update to v32
54775 2756 06.04.2008 Balboa Pages 1 & 19: AX40 panel = PN 55487
54775 2756 09.10.2008 Balboa New Config file - Change expander board
54775 2756 09.17.2008 Balboa New Config file - Aux Behavior on DIP Switches
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3. Basic System Features and Functions
Power Requirements Internal Reference
53857-03. . . EL8000 Base System
53914 . . . . . X-Mount M Kit
53680 . . . . . X-P632 Expander
System Outputs 54530 . . . . . ADCM Splitter Kit
Setup 1 (As Manufactured) Setup 2
AV AV
TV Lift output TV Lift output
Optional Devices (Use DIP Switches to enable) Optional Devices (Use DIP Switches to enable)
* Heater wattage is rated at 240V. When running 120V to heater, output is approximately 25%.
Additional Options
W
J21
J40 AUX PANELS J16
W
W9
and Spa-only Dolphin Remote J77
LK-A 12VAC-B
J12
1 2 3
W30 J38 K16
R
J34
Connects to Main Panel terminal J70, J71, J72, or J73
B
W
J70 J31
G
Connects to Remote terminal J20
EXP I/O W10
J20
J71
J36
MAIN PANELS
REMOTE
Connects to terminal J4 U4
J72
Connects to Spa Light terminal J8 J91
J84
J73
J69
Connects to Spa Light terminal J8 ADCM
J51
TV 2
Connects to A.V. terminal J5 J22 J24 J82 J19 J18 J17 J15 J83
SWITCHBANK B SEN. A SEN. B VAC UV TV 1 TST AUX. F CFG
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4. Persistent Memory and Powering Up
Any time you change DIP Switches or Software Configuration Settings that message on power up:
affect parameters the user can change (any filter settings, set temperature If “ ” appears before (and instead of) “ ” or
default, Celsius vs Fahrenheit, 12-hour vs 24-hour time, reminders “ ”, you have not configured DIP Switches and/or
suppression, etc), you must reset Persistent Memory for your DIP Switch or Software Configuration Settings in a valid manner. This must be corrected
Software Configuration Settings changes to take effect. You should also reset before you can reset Persistent Memory.
Persistent Memory after loading a new file into a board (using the ESM, The switch numbers, jumpers, or configuration settings displayed after
purchased seperately). “ ” are ones with which the system has found a configuration problem.
For example:
To reset Persistent Memory: “ ” would mean that the combination of how you’ve set
Power down. A5 and how you’ve set B2 is not supported on this system.
Set A12 ON (See illustration below). “ ” would mean that there is a problem with jumper J99
Power up. “ ” would mean that the combination of how
Wait until “ ” or “ ” is displayed on your panel. you’ve set pump 3 for 1-speed and blower for 1-speed is not supported
Note: If “ ” appears see section below. on this system.
Set A12 OFF. (This can be done safely with power on if you use a non- “ ” would mean that the combination of how you’ve
conductive tool such as a pencil to push the switch back to the OFF set DIP switches which have been assigned to pump 3 and blower is not
position. Otherwise, power down before setting A12 OFF) supported on this system.
Power up again (if you powered down in the previous step).
For all other power ups, leave A12 OFF. Power Up Display Sequence
Upon power up, you should see the following on the display:
About Persistent Memory and Time of Day Retention: Three numbers in a row, which are the SSID (the System Software
This system uses memory that doesn’t require a battery to store a variety ID). The third display of these numbers is the Software Version, which
of settings. What we refer to as Persistent Memory stores all the User should match the version of your system. For example, if these three
Preferences, as well as all the filter settings, the set temperature, and the numbers are , that is a Mach 3 EL8000 at version 26.
heat mode. If there is a Configuration Error, the message (see above) will
appear at this point (and none of the messages below will display).
Persistent Memory is not used for Time of Day. Time of Day needs to be Otherwise what comes next is:
“kept running” (not just stored) while the power is off, so a separate Real An indication of either the input voltage detected (EL1000/EL2000), or
Time Clock feature (on all models except the EL1000) keeps track of the heater wattage range supported (EL8000/GL2000/GL8000).
Time of Day while the unit is off. Time of Day Retention, and Time of Day Heater wattage display: “ ” means the system supports a heater
Retention alone, is controlled by the J91 jumper. J91 must be set according from 1 kW to 3 kW. “ ” means the system supports a heater
to main system panel used. from 3 kW to 6 kW. “ ” means the system supports a 3 kW
heater only. (These ranges may be modified slightly in the case of
Switchbank A Switchbank B
special heaters, which the next bullet covers.)
Input voltage display: A system showing “ ” supports 3 kW
to 6 kW heaters. A system showing “ ” supports the very same
heaters, although at 120V those heaters will function at only 1/4 of
their 240V rated wattage. (The system shows only either “ ” or
J91 J91 “ ” as a general indication of input voltage; it does not show the
RTC RTC
Enabled Disabled actual input voltage.)
(Not Jumpered) (Jumpered) If your system is using a special type of heater, a display such as “ ”
may appear next. If your system is using the generic Balboa heater, no
heater type display will appear.
“ ” or “ ” will appear to signal the start of
Priming Mode.
At this point, the power up sequence is complete. Refer to the User Guide
for the ML Series panel on your system for information about how the spa
operates from this point on.
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5. Wiring Configuration and DIP Settings
Setup 1 (As Manufactured)
J93
K11
BARCODE F5 FUSE 20A 250V W15
K4 J1 K9 J5 J79 K10
J2 J14 J4 J6
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TRC6
Circ.Pump
BALBOA INSTRUMENTS, INC.
2-Spd P1
3
Blower
Ozone
A.V.
W1 2
J39
N
COPYRIGHT 2006
1
N
N
N
N
W7
EL8000 Mach 3
N
W8
P/N 22041_B
W13
G
G
G
G
G
J81 J45 J41 J33
G
W5 W6 J3 W12
12 VAC
W2
K5 J8 K14 F4 J10
J7 J9 FUSE 3A 250V
K13
Fiber Opt.
G
K1
N
Light
J30
Spa
G
W4
J16
G
N
J21
G
N
AUX PANELS
N
W9
12VAC-B
B
F6 12VAC-B 1
J40
1 3
J96 2
J49
J47
J90 2 2
FUSE 30A CLASS G
J77
BLK-A
J13 3 1
J97 3
J29 J76 BLK-A 12VAC-B
BLK-A J94 J37 J12
120V Fiber K3 J11 K2
1 2 3
F7 FUSE 30A CLASS G W30 J38 K16
J34
1-Spd P3
12V Light
2-Spd P2
N
WHT AC (120V)
N
J70 J31
G
W14
G
J25
TB1 J44 J28 J52 J27 J35 J43 J23 J32
240V
NEUTRAL
WHITE
W3 EXP I/O W10
Trans
J20
J71
J26 J42 J50 J48 J36
MAIN PANELS
F2 K15
REMOTE
BLACK
BLK AC
HOT
J66 J65 J68 K8 FUSE 1/2A 250V J89
U4
J92 J86
J64 J63 J67
TORQUE
J72
RANGE
RED
HOT
FOR TB1:
27-30 IN. LBS. J84
J58 J57 J62 J54 J91
J85
K7 RTC
Blower control K12
J73
Enabled
F1
J95 J46 J74 J75 J53 J55 J59 J60 J56 J61
J69
RED AC (240V)
ADCM
K6
J51
J101 J100
TV 2
J22 J24 J82 J19 J18 J17 J15 J83
HTR2 5.5 kW HTR1
SWITCHBANK A SWITCHBANK B VAC UV TV 1 TST AUX. F
SE
SEN. A SEN. B
E CFG
Configuration
Settings
Enabled
X-P632
PN 53680 J2
J1 To TAG TV Lift #EXM17T
R
1-Sp WP4
W1
P/N 22909 REV B or similar continuity interfaced
B
TV Lift system.
J6
G
F30A 480V
WARNING: Main Power to system should be turned OFF BEFORE adjusting DIP switches.
WARNING: Persistent Memory (A12) must be RESET to allow new DIP switch settings to take effect. (See Persistent Memory page)
Switchbank A Switchbank B Wiring Color Key
SSID # 120 Volt Connections
100 240 Volt Connections
134 Black AC Jumpers
32
12 Volt Connections
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A7, Assignable 2
See Table
Blower
A8, Assignable
B1, Assignable
See Table 3
B2, AssignableAX10A3
Blower on
Not Assigned
B7, Assignable
Not Assigned
B8, Assignable
Relay Control Wires
A3, + 2 Pumps w/Heat See Table 3
A9, Assignable Not Assigned
B3, Assignable Not Assigned
B9, Assignable
Board Connector Key
Not Assigned
B4, Assignable Not Assigned
B10, Assignable
A5, Assignable 1 Not Assigned
B5, Assignable Not Assigned
B11, Assignable
} See Table
Circ Behavior
A6, Assignable
A11, Special Amp Rule OFF
A12, Memory ON Not Assigned
B6, Assignable Not Assigned
B12, Assignable
1
2
Typically Line voltage
Typically Line voltage for 2-speed pumps
1 3 1 3 RTC Config Settings
J49 J47 J29 J39 J37 Spa Light
12V Enabled Enabled 3 Neutral (Common)
2 120V/240V 2 2 2 J83 4 Ground
Fiber Light J9 J2 with
3 and Wheel 1 3
Black AC Pump 1 Low
1
J91 Note flat sides in connector
1 2 3
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