Power Failure Response - Revision history

Matt Parnell at 18:05, 16 January 2022

2022-01-16T18:05:57Z

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	== Sump Pumps ==		== Sump Pumps ==

	During a prolonged power outage, backup power will need to be provided to keep the sump pumps operating. This is particularly important in the pump house which is prone to flood within hours of power loss. Legacy foundation drain tiles in the ~~club house~~ may provide sufficient drainage, though sump pump operation is preferred.		During a prolonged power outage, backup power will need to be provided to keep the sump pumps operating. This is particularly important in the pump house which is prone to flood within hours of power loss. Legacy foundation drain tiles in the clubhouse may provide sufficient drainage, though sump pump operation is preferred.

	== Refrigeration ==		== Refrigeration ==
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	== Exit Signs ==		== Exit Signs ==

	The exit signs in the ~~club house~~ have internal batteries that must maintain at least 90 minutes of illumination following power loss (per building code).		The exit signs in the clubhouse have internal batteries that must maintain at least 90 minutes of illumination following power loss (per building code).

	If it is observed that either sign is not functioning properly, please notify B&G immediately. Proper operation is required and subject to city inspection.		If it is observed that either sign is not functioning properly, please notify B&G immediately. Proper operation is required and subject to city inspection.
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	Generally speaking, no action is required. If the power failure is brief, the battery backup (UPS) may provide sufficient uptime. If the power outage is prolonged, the all devices should automatically boot and return to full functionality after a power failure.		Generally speaking, no action is required. If the power failure is brief, the battery backup (UPS) may provide sufficient uptime. If the power outage is prolonged, the all devices should automatically boot and return to full functionality after a power failure.

	The ~~club house~~ and pavilion access points (for WiFi) are powered by the UPS. The pump house access point (and associated network switch) does not currently have battery backup.		The clubhouse and pavilion access points (for WiFi) are powered by the UPS. The pump house access point (and associated network switch) does not currently have battery backup.

	== Programmable Light Timers ==		== Programmable Light Timers ==

	Following a prolonged power outage, the programmable light timers may need to be configured via [[Lighting#Power_Failure\|this procedure]].		Following a prolonged power outage, the programmable light timers may need to be configured via [[Lighting#Power_Failure\|this procedure]].

Matt Parnell: /* Pool Systems */

2021-08-12T14:21:01Z

Pool Systems

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	== Pool Systems ==		== Pool Systems ==

	The main pool pump motor is powered by a latching contactor (also referred to as a motor starter). Even a very brief power glitch may result in the contactor dropping out. This is by design, as the motor must only be started by manual operator intervention (no automatic start). Unfortunately, this requires that an operator be present to start the motor following a glitch or outage.		The main pool pump motor is powered by a latching contactor (also referred to as a motor starter). Even a very brief power glitch may result in the contactor dropping out. This is by design (safety), as the motor must only be started by manual operator intervention (no automatic start). Unfortunately, this requires that an operator be present to start the motor following a glitch or outage.

	There is some urgency to restarting the pump. The pH and ORP probes must not be kept dry for an extended period of time. Regular filtration and chemical treatment of the pool is necessary to keep the water clear and properly balanced. Therefore, it is recommended that an operator be on site as quickly as possible following an outage.		There is some urgency to restarting the pump. The pH and ORP probes must not be kept dry for an extended period of time. Regular filtration and chemical treatment of the pool is necessary to keep the water clear and properly balanced. Therefore, it is recommended that an operator be on site as quickly as possible following an outage.

Matt Parnell: /* Restarting */

2021-08-12T14:20:08Z

Restarting

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	Note that the ORP probe tends to read low when out of water for a period of time. Expect the ORP reading to have dropped, resulting in extended chlorinator operation. Minor overshoot of ORP (and chlorine PPM) may result.		Note that the ORP probe tends to read low when out of water for a period of time. Expect the ORP reading to have dropped, resulting in extended chlorinator operation. Minor overshoot of ORP (and chlorine PPM) may result.

			Proper chemical levels should be verified before opening the pool.

	== Exit Signs ==		== Exit Signs ==

Matt Parnell: /* PA (Audio System) */

2021-08-12T14:16:49Z

PA (Audio System)

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	== PA (Audio System) ==		== PA (Audio System) ==

	The audio amplifier for the public address (PA) system is connected to the battery backup (UPS) at the front desk. Depending upon use, ~~this~~ battery backup should provide an hour or more of uptime, ensuring that safety announcements can be made to the facility in the event of a power loss.		The audio amplifier for the public address (PA) system is connected to the battery backup (UPS) at the front desk. Depending upon loading (computer use, audio volume level), the battery backup should provide an hour or more of uptime, ensuring that safety announcements can be made to the facility in the event of a power loss.

			If the battery backup malfunctions or provides a very short uptime before shutdown, notify B&G as the batteries may need to be replaced.

	== Wired and Wireless Network ==		== Wired and Wireless Network ==

Matt Parnell at 14:15, 12 August 2021

2021-08-12T14:15:41Z

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			First and foremost, the pool must always be closed upon a power outage. An announcement should be made to clear the pool. Proper filtration and disinfection cannot be guaranteed without pump operation.

	Remote notification of a power outage is provided automatically via the network battery backup (upon power loss) and/or via the pool systems automation dashboard computer (upon power return). All notifications require presence of an internet connection, either via the primary route or via the backup route (cellular modem, where applicable).		Remote notification of a power outage is provided automatically via the network battery backup (upon power loss) and/or via the pool systems automation dashboard computer (upon power return). All notifications require presence of an internet connection, either via the primary route or via the backup route (cellular modem, where applicable).

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	If it is observed that either sign is not functioning properly, please notify B&G immediately. Proper operation is required and subject to city inspection.		If it is observed that either sign is not functioning properly, please notify B&G immediately. Proper operation is required and subject to city inspection.

			== PA (Audio System) ==

			The audio amplifier for the public address (PA) system is connected to the battery backup (UPS) at the front desk. Depending upon use, this battery backup should provide an hour or more of uptime, ensuring that safety announcements can be made to the facility in the event of a power loss.

	== Wired and Wireless Network ==		== Wired and Wireless Network ==

Matt Parnell at 14:11, 12 August 2021

2021-08-12T14:11:26Z

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	Note that the ORP probe tends to read low when out of water for a period of time. Expect the ORP reading to have dropped, resulting in extended chlorinator operation. Minor overshoot of ORP (and chlorine PPM) may result.		Note that the ORP probe tends to read low when out of water for a period of time. Expect the ORP reading to have dropped, resulting in extended chlorinator operation. Minor overshoot of ORP (and chlorine PPM) may result.

			== Exit Signs ==

			The exit signs in the club house have internal batteries that must maintain at least 90 minutes of illumination following power loss (per building code).

			If it is observed that either sign is not functioning properly, please notify B&G immediately. Proper operation is required and subject to city inspection.

	== Wired and Wireless Network ==		== Wired and Wireless Network ==

Matt Parnell: /* Wired and Wireless Network */

2021-08-12T14:05:05Z

Wired and Wireless Network

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	== Wired and Wireless Network ==		== Wired and Wireless Network ==

			Generally speaking, no action is required. If the power failure is brief, the battery backup (UPS) may provide sufficient uptime. If the power outage is prolonged, the all devices should automatically boot and return to full functionality after a power failure.

			The club house and pavilion access points (for WiFi) are powered by the UPS. The pump house access point (and associated network switch) does not currently have battery backup.

	== Programmable Light Timers ==		== Programmable Light Timers ==

	Following a prolonged power outage, the programmable light timers may need to be configured via [[Lighting#Power_Failure\|this procedure]].		Following a prolonged power outage, the programmable light timers may need to be configured via [[Lighting#Power_Failure\|this procedure]].

Matt Parnell: /* Automatic Light Timers */

2021-08-12T14:00:52Z

Automatic Light Timers

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	== Wired and Wireless Network ==		== Wired and Wireless Network ==

	== ~~Automatic~~ Light Timers ==		== Programmable Light Timers ==

			Following a prolonged power outage, the programmable light timers may need to be configured via [[Lighting#Power_Failure\|this procedure]].

Matt Parnell: /* Restarting */

2021-08-12T13:59:15Z

Restarting

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	* Bleed air from all four sand filter tanks.		* Bleed air from all four sand filter tanks.
	* Bleed air from the boiler.		* Bleed air from the boiler.
	* Reset the low water cut-off on the boiler (as needed)~~. If there is a call for heat, verify the boiler starts up. If not, following the [[Pool_Boiler#Troubleshooting\|troubleshooting]] steps~~.		* Reset the low water cut-off on the boiler (as needed).
	* If the boiler was operating when power was lost, a thermal trip fault may have occurred. Clear the fault by pressing the red button on the front of the boiler.		* If the boiler was operating when power was lost, a thermal trip fault may have occurred. Clear the fault by pressing the red button on the front of the boiler.
			* If there is a call for heat, verify that the boiler starts up. If not, follow the [[Pool_Boiler#Troubleshooting\|troubleshooting]] steps.

	Note that the ORP probe tends to read low when out of water for a period of time. Expect the ORP reading to have dropped, resulting in extended chlorinator operation. Minor overshoot of ORP (and chlorine PPM) may result.		Note that the ORP probe tends to read low when out of water for a period of time. Expect the ORP reading to have dropped, resulting in extended chlorinator operation. Minor overshoot of ORP (and chlorine PPM) may result.

Matt Parnell: /* Restarting the Main Pump */

2021-08-12T13:58:21Z

Restarting the Main Pump

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	If the power is out for an extended period (hours) and the utility estimate for restoration is long, the pH and ORP probes should be removed and placed into water to prevent damage due to drying out.		If the power is out for an extended period (hours) and the utility estimate for restoration is long, the pH and ORP probes should be removed and placed into water to prevent damage due to drying out.

	=== Restarting ~~the Main Pump~~ ===		=== Restarting ===

	Observation has suggested that even a relatively brief outage (more than 30 minutes) may result in cloudy water being pumped to the pool upon startup. Therefore, it is recommended that a brief backwash is performed first after an outage above this threshold (until the outflow is clear). Otherwise, it may take several hours for the pool to clear.		Observation has suggested that even a relatively brief outage (more than 30 minutes) may result in cloudy water being pumped to the pool upon startup. Therefore, it is recommended that a brief backwash is performed first after an outage above this threshold (until the outflow is clear). Otherwise, it may take several hours for the pool to clear.
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	* Bleed air from all four sand filter tanks.		* Bleed air from all four sand filter tanks.
	* Bleed air from the boiler.		* Bleed air from the boiler.
	* Reset the low water cut-off on the boiler (as needed).		* Reset the low water cut-off on the boiler (as needed). If there is a call for heat, verify the boiler starts up. If not, following the [[Pool_Boiler#Troubleshooting\|troubleshooting]] steps.
	* If the boiler was operating when power was lost, a thermal trip fault may have occurred. Clear the fault by pressing the red button on the front of the boiler.		* If the boiler was operating when power was lost, a thermal trip fault may have occurred. Clear the fault by pressing the red button on the front of the boiler.