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    Regular Vistor
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    ATO help

    Hello, I have the 2 float setup from autotopoff.com that uses a solenoid with a aqua lifter pump which i have plugged into #8.
    I am using this code for now because it is working fine with the floats

    Fallback OFF
    Set ON
    If pH > 8.30 Then OFF
    If Cond < 32.5 Then OFF
    If Output maint = ON Then OFF

    The last code is for my maintenance program.

    What i would like to do is have the outlet shut down if the pump runs for more than 5 mins.
    I have a VO created but just can't figure out how to code it .

    Thanks in advance to anyone who can help me out please.

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    That's not possible because the Apex is not actually controlling when the solenoid energizes the pump; the Apex has no way of telling when that happens.

    What you can do is only allow the ATO system to run for 5 minutes every X hours. For example, you could replace the Set ON line with this:

    OSC 0:00/5:00/355:00 Then ON

    This only power up the ATO system for 5 minutes out of every 6 hours. You'd keep the other programming as is.
    Please do not send me PMs with technical questions or requesting assistance - use the forums for Apex help. PM me ONLY if the matter is of a private or personal nature. Thanks.

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    Thank You Russ for clearing that up for me , appreciate the quick response.

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