CCEI Panorama PA20 Pool Electrical Enclosure – Single/Three-Phase Filtration Programming

Panorama PA20 CCEI Multifunction Electrical Box: Automatic Filtration Programming and 230V Output

The CCEI Panorama PA20 electrical box is a compact control unit that centralizes the management of the filtration pump and a 230V auxiliary equipment (robot, booster pump, dosing pump, lighting, etc.) in a single wall-mounted box. It includes a daily programmable timer that automatically starts and stops the filtration pump according to your defined time slots, an adjustable magneto-thermal circuit breaker to protect the pump against overloads and short circuits, and a 3-position selector switch (24h/24, timer, off) to choose the operating mode. The PA20 accepts a single-phase 220-240V or three-phase 380-400V supply depending on the type of pump connected, and can be ordered with or without a 30mA residual current device for protection against earth leakage currents.

This box is designed for simple residential installations where you want to automate filtration without investing in a connected management system. It advantageously replaces a basic day/night contactor by offering flexible time programming, integrated electrical protection, and the ability to control a second 230V equipment in parallel with filtration.

What is a multifunction pool box for? Centralization and automation

In a residential pool, the filtration pump must run several hours a day to ensure good water quality (generally 8 to 12 hours in summer, 4 to 6 hours in winter). Without automation, you have to manually turn the pump on and off every day, which quickly becomes restrictive and often leads to omissions (pump left off for 3 days = green water). A programmable electrical box like the Panorama PA20 solves this problem by automatically starting and stopping the pump according to a predefined time schedule.

The multifunction box also centralizes the electrical protection of the filtration pump and auxiliary equipment. Instead of having a branch circuit breaker in the main electrical panel of the house + a separate contactor + a wall timer, everything is grouped in a single box installed in the pool equipment room. This simplifies installation, wiring and diagnosis in case of breakdown.

Finally, the PA20 offers an additional 230V output that allows controlling a second equipment at the same time as the filtration (pressure pool robot, booster pump for hydraulic cleaner, treatment dosing pump, lighting transformer, etc.). This second equipment will turn on and off in sync with the filtration pump, which is convenient for equipment that only needs to operate when water is circulating.

Daily programmable timer: automating filtration cycles

The heart of the Panorama PA20 box is its daily programmable timer, an electromechanical module with notches that allows defining the operating time slots of the filtration pump over a 24-hour period. The timer consists of a rotating dial graduated from 0h to 24h, with small movable notches that you push in or pull out to define the ON (pump running) and OFF (pump stopped) periods.

For example, to filter your pool from 8 am to 12 pm then from 2 pm to 6 pm (i.e. 8 hours of daily filtration), you push in all the notches corresponding to the 8 am-12 pm and 2 pm-6 pm time slots, and leave all the notches corresponding to the OFF hours pulled out. The dial rotates slowly at a full turn every 24 hours, and when a pushed-in notch passes in front of the electrical contact of the timer, the relay closes and the pump starts. When a pulled-out notch passes, the relay opens and the pump stops.

This daily programming repeats automatically every day identically, without any intervention on your part. You no longer have to think about turning the pump on or off: the PA20 box manages everything automatically, 365 days a year. If you want to change the duration or times of filtration (for example, go from 8 hours to 10 hours of daily filtration in summer), simply remove the cover of the box and adjust the notches of the timer.

3-position selector switch: 24/7, timer, stop

The PA20 box has a 3-position rotary selector switch located on the front, which allows choosing the filtration operating mode without touching the timer programming:

Position 1 — 24/7 run (forced operation): In this position, the box completely ignores the timer programming and continuously supplies power to the filtration pump, 24 hours a day. This mode is useful in several situations: (1) shock treatment after green water (you must filter continuously for 24 to 48 hours to clarify the water quickly), (2) initial commissioning of the pool (first filtration after filling), (3) period of very high attendance (large family, pool party) where the pollutant load is unusual and requires enhanced filtration.

Position 2 — Timer (automatic): This is the normal operating mode in season. The box follows the programming defined on the daily timer: the pump starts and stops automatically according to the time slots you have configured. The pump only operates during programmed hours, which saves electricity while ensuring sufficient filtration.

Position 3 — Stop (total cut-off): In this position, the box completely cuts off the power supply to the filtration pump and the auxiliary 230V output, regardless of the timer programming. This mode is used for passive wintering (complete stop of filtration from November to March), for maintenance operations on the pump or filter (cleaning, replacement of filter media, repair), or for prolonged absences out of season when you do not want the pump to operate.

The 3-position selector switch offers great flexibility of use: you can instantly switch between forced, automatic or stopped filtration as needed, without having to change the timer programming or disconnect electrical cables.

Single-phase 220-240V or three-phase 380-400V compatibility: adapts to all types of pumps

The Panorama PA20 box is compatible with single-phase and three-phase pumps, which makes it adaptable to all types of residential and semi-professional installations. The single or three-phase configuration is done by internal wiring during installation, without requiring modification of the box itself.

Single-phase 220-240V configuration: This is the most common configuration for residential pools, as most domestic filtration pumps operate on single-phase 230V (standard power supply for individual homes). In this configuration, you connect the three wires of the pump (phase, neutral, earth) to the corresponding terminals of the box. The magneto-thermal circuit breaker protects the pump against overloads (e.g. in case of impeller blockage) and short circuits.

Three-phase 380-400V configuration: This configuration is used for three-phase pumps (generally high-power pumps > 2.2 kW, or professional pumps). In this case, you connect the four wires of the pump (three phases + earth) to the terminals of the box. The transition from single to three-phase is done by simply removing the neutral wire of the pump, as indicated in the wiring diagram provided with the box. The magneto-thermal circuit breaker is preset to protect three-phase circuits.

This dual mono/three-phase compatibility is an important advantage of the PA20, as it allows you to use it with both a classic residential filtration pump (0.75 to 1.5 HP single-phase) and a more powerful pump (2 to 3 HP three-phase) if you have a large pool or a professional filtration system.

Adjustable magneto-thermal circuit breaker: pump overload protection

The PA20 box incorporates an adjustable magneto-thermal circuit breaker that protects the filtration pump against two types of electrical faults:

Magnetic protection (short circuit): The circuit breaker instantly cuts off the power in the event of a direct short circuit (direct contact between phase and neutral, or between phase and earth), which prevents the destruction of the pump and prevents any risk of fire. The magnetic trip threshold is generally 10 to 20 times the nominal current of the pump (for example 100 to 200 amps for a 10 amp pump), and the cut-off time is less than 10 milliseconds.

Thermal protection (overload): The circuit breaker cuts off the power in the event of a prolonged overload, i.e. when the pump consumes more current than its nominal value for several seconds or minutes. This occurs, for example, when the pump impeller is blocked by a foreign object (pebble, toy, stuck leaf), when the motor is at the end of its life and overheats, or when the electrical network experiences a voltage drop that forces the motor to consume more current to maintain its power. The thermal trip threshold is adjustable via a graduated knob on the circuit breaker, which allows it to be precisely adapted to the nominal current of your pump (generally indicated on the pump's nameplate).

The circuit breaker is adjusted by turning the knob until the displayed value matches the nominal current of your pump. For example, if your filtration pump consumes 8 amps in normal operation, set the circuit breaker to 8 A. The circuit breaker will then cut off the power if the current exceeds 8 A for an abnormally long period (a few seconds to a few minutes depending on the tripping curve), thus protecting the motor against overheating and destruction.

30mA Residual Current Device (RCD) option: protection against leakage currents

The Panorama PA20 box is available in two versions: without Residual Current Device (RCD) or with integrated 30mA RCD. This option determines the level of electrical protection of the box against earth leakage currents.

Version without 30mA RCD: This version only includes the magneto-thermal circuit breaker for protection against overloads and short circuits. It is suitable if your main electrical panel in the house already has a 30mA RCD upstream of the pool circuit (mandatory configuration according to standard NF C 15-100). In this case, adding a second 30mA RCD in the PA20 box would be redundant and could cause nuisance tripping.

Version with integrated 30mA RCD: This version includes an additional 30mA RCD inside the PA20 box, which detects current leaks between the active conductors (phase/neutral) and the earth. If a current leak greater than 30 mA is detected (for example, in case of insulation fault of the pump, damaged cable, or accidental contact with a live part), the RCD instantly cuts off the power to protect people against electric shocks. This version is recommended if your existing installation does not have a dedicated 30mA RCD for the pool, or if you want local protection as close as possible to the pump.

Choose the without RCD version if you already have a 30mA RCD in your main electrical panel that protects the pool circuit. Choose the with RCD version if you do not have a dedicated RCD for the pool, or if you want to isolate the pool's protection from the rest of the house's electrical installation (to prevent other circuits in the house from tripping the pool's RCD and vice versa).

Auxiliary 230V output: controlling a second equipment in synchronization with filtration

In addition to powering the filtration pump, the PA20 box has an auxiliary 230V output that allows controlling a second electrical equipment in parallel with filtration. This output is controlled by the same 3-position selector switch and the same timer as the main pump: when filtration is running (24/7 mode or programmed time slot in timer mode), the auxiliary output is also powered. When filtration is stopped, the auxiliary output is cut off.

This function is particularly useful for equipment that should only operate when water is circulating in the filtration circuit:

Pressure pool robots (Polaris, 3900S, etc.): These robots require the filtration pump to be running to function correctly (they use the pressure of the return circuit). By connecting them to the auxiliary output of the PA20, they automatically turn on and off at the same time as filtration, without requiring a separate programmer.

Booster pump for hydraulic cleaner: If you use a hydraulic cleaner with a dedicated booster pump, it must run at the same time as the main filtration pump. The auxiliary output allows synchronizing the two pumps.

Treatment dosing pump (chlorine, pH): Peristaltic dosing pumps should only inject chemicals when water is circulating, to avoid excessive local concentration of product. The auxiliary output ensures that the dosing pump only operates during filtration cycles.

12V or 24V lighting transformer: If you want your pool lighting to turn on automatically during filtration periods (for example, night filtration from 10 pm to 6 am with lighting), you can connect the transformer to the auxiliary output.

The auxiliary output supports a maximum load that depends on the rating of the magneto-thermal circuit breaker (generally 10 to 16 amps, or approximately 2,300 to 3,700 watts at 230V). Check the power consumption of the equipment you want to connect to avoid exceeding this limit.

Wall-mounted installation in the equipment room: compact dimensions and waterproofing

The Panorama PA20 box is fixed to the wall of the pool equipment room, at a convenient height for easy access to the 3-position selector switch and the programmable timer (generally between 1.20 m and 1.60 m from the ground). Its compact dimensions allow it to be installed even in cramped equipment rooms. The casing is made of impact-resistant and splash-proof ABS plastic, with a protection rating suitable for humid environments (IP55 or IP65 depending on the version).

Installation is carried out in four main steps: (1) fixing the box to the wall with appropriate plugs and screws for the support (concrete block, brick, concrete), (2) connecting the 230V mains power supply from the main electrical panel of the house (circuit protected by a 16 or 20 amp branch circuit breaker), (3) connecting the filtration pump and auxiliary equipment to the output terminals of the box, (4) programming the daily timer according to your filtration needs.

Internal wiring is clearly identified by symbols and standardized colors (phase in red or brown, neutral in blue, earth in green-yellow). A detailed installation manual with wiring diagrams is supplied with the box. If you are not comfortable with electrical work, call a qualified electrician for the installation and commissioning of the PA20.

When to install a programmable box rather than a simple day/night contactor?

Many residential pools are equipped with a simple day/night contactor to control the filtration pump: the contactor is controlled by the off-peak hours signal from your electricity meter, which automatically starts the pump during off-peak hours (generally at night from 10 pm to 6 am or in the early afternoon from 1 pm to 4 pm depending on EDF tariffs). This solution works, but has several limitations that the Panorama PA20 box solves:

Limitation 1 — Timetables imposed by off-peak tariffs: With a day/night contactor, you have no control over filtration times. If your off-peak hours are from 2 am to 7 am, your pump will necessarily run during this period, which can be annoying if you have a noisy pump and a bedroom near the equipment room. With the PA20, you freely choose the filtration times independently of the off-peak tariff.

Limitation 2 — Fixed filtration duration: The duration of off-peak hours is generally 8 hours a day (for example, 10 pm-6 am). If your pool only needs 6 hours of filtration in April-May or 10 hours in July-August, the day/night contactor is not suitable. The PA20 allows fine adjustment of the filtration duration by simply changing the notches on the timer.

Limitation 3 — Absence of forced run and stop modes: A day/night contactor only has two positions (automatic or manual stop), with no possibility of forcing 24/7 operation for a shock treatment. The 3-position selector switch of the PA20 offers this flexibility.

Limitation 4 — External electrical protection: With a simple contactor, the pump protection (magneto-thermal circuit breaker) must be installed in the main electrical panel of the house, which complicates troubleshooting in the event of a breakdown (you have to go check the panel, then return to the pool room). The PA20 centralizes protection in the equipment room, making troubleshooting simpler and faster.

In summary, install a Panorama PA20 box if you want flexible time programming, independent of the EDF tariff, with integrated protection and varied operating modes. Keep a simple day/night contactor if you are satisfied with filtering only during off-peak hours and do not need flexibility.

2-year warranty and CCEI technical support

The Panorama PA20 box is guaranteed 2 years parts and labor by CCEI against any manufacturing or operating defect. This warranty covers the free replacement or repair of the box in case of breakdown due to a manufacturing defect (failure of the timer, circuit breaker, relay, etc.), provided that the installation has been carried out in accordance with the instructions and that the box has not been subjected to abnormal operating conditions (overvoltage, lightning, flooding, unauthorized modification).

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