K-Star K-5 User Manual

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1a) K-Star Heater may be installed indoors or outdoors at least 6”
from any object. Ensure that the installation allows access for electrical
and plumbing connections and that the Thermostat control is
conveniently located.
The installation of current leakage collectors should be done as
per Figure 01 before permanently positioning Heater.
Heater must be installed after the filter and before the Air Injector
or Automatic Chlorinator.
b) A leakage current collector must be installed at the water inlet,
and another at the outlet of the unit, and these shall be electrically
insulated from the unit. The installation of the collectors shall be
such that all water entering and leaving the unit flows through the
two collectors, as shown in Figure 01. The length of the leakage current
collectors shall be made of a corrosion resistant metal and shall be
provided with a copper lug brazed to the collector body.
Hand tighten only. Do not use high force with a pipe wrench.
FIGURE 01. LEAKAGE CURRENT COLLECTOR DIAGRAM
C) The Heater shall be installed as per Figure 02. The water inlet and outlet
are connected to straight connectors of the heater.
FIGURE 02
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
“K-STAR” ELECTRIC
POOL & SPA HEATERS
APPROVED LR 51670
MODELS:
K-5 / K-10 / K-15
KS-5 / KS-10

K-Star K-5 Specifications

General

Brand	K-Star
Model	K-5
Category	Electric Heater
Language	English

Summary

K-STAR ELECTRIC POOL & SPA HEATERS

Installation Instructions

Guidance on installing K-Star heaters, including leakage collectors and plumbing connections.

Mechanical Installation and Electrical Requirements

Installation Cautions and Water Flow

Important cautions, water flow limits, and by-pass recommendations for installation.

Electrical Specifications and Grounding

Details on electrical work, wire sizes, grounding, and compliance with codes.

Operating and Winterizing Procedures

Heater Operation Steps

Instructions for energizing the heater, pump activation, thermostat control, and indicators.

High Limit Reset and Winterization

How to reset the high limit thermostat and properly winterize the heater unit.

Warranty Information

Warranty Terms and Conditions

Details the warranty period, claim process, and conditions for voiding the warranty.

Warranty Registration Process

Procedure for registering the K-Star heater warranty by mail.