INSTALLATION AND

OPERATION MANUAL

Jandy® Pro Series

Valve Actuator
Model JVA 2444

WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY - This product must be installed and serviced by a contractor who is licensed and
qualified in pool equipment by the jurisdiction in which the product will be installed where such state
or local requirements exist. The maintainer must be a professional with sufficient experience in pool
equipment installation and maintenance so that all of the instructions in this manual can be followed
exactly. Before installing this product, read and follow all warning notices and instructions that accompany
this product. Failure to follow warning notices and instructions may result in property damage, personal
injury, or death. Improper installation and/or operation will void the warranty.
Improper installation and/or operation can create unwanted electrical hazard which can
cause serious injury, property damage, or death.

ATTENTION INSTALLER - This manual contains important information about the

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installation, operation and safe use of this product. This information should be given to
the owner/operator of this equipment.
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EQUIPMENT INFORMATION RECORD

DATE OF INSTALLATION

INSTALLER INFORMATION

INITIAL PRESSURE GAUGE READING (WITH CLEAN FILTER)

PUMP MODEL HORSEPOWER

FILTER MODEL SERIAL NUMBER

CONTROL PANEL MODEL SERIAL NUMBER

NOTES:
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Table of Contents

Section 1. Safety Information........................... 4 Section 7. Wiring Diagrams...............................11

7.1 JVA Wiring Schematic 2444...............................11
Section 2. General Information........................ 5 7.2 JVA's with Toggle Switch....................................11
2.1 Introduction.......................................................... 5 7.3 JVA's with Time Clock........................................11
2.2 Description.......................................................... 5
Section 8. Troubleshooting.............................. 12
Section 3. JVA Mounting Positions.................. 5 8.1 Troubleshooting................................................. 12
3.1 Standard JVA Position......................................... 5
3.2 Actuator Mounting............................................... 6 Section 9. JVA Exploded View
and Spare Parts............................. 13
Section 4. Synchronization............................... 7
4.1 Synchronization Methods.................................... 7
4.2 Resetting the Cams............................................. 7

Section 5. Manual Operation............................ 9

5.1 Manual Override.................................................. 9
5.2 Manual Override, Power On................................ 9
5.3 Manual Override, Power Off................................ 9

Section 6. Maintenance................................... 10
6.1 Actuator............................................................. 10
6.2 Valve.................................................................. 10
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Section 1. Safety Information

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE,

ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the
following:

WARNING
This manual contains important information about the installation, operation and safe use of this product. This
information should be given to the owner/operator of this equipment.

WARNING
This product must be installed and serviced by professionals who are qualified in pool/spa product installation and
service. Improper installation and/or operation can create an unwanted electrical hazard which can cause serious
injury, property damage, or death. Improper installation and/or operation will void the warranty.

WARNING
Disconnect power to the system at the main circuit breaker before servicing to avoid risk of electric shock which can
result in property damage, severe injury or death. All wiring must be done in accordance with the National Electrical
Code® (NEC®), NFPA-70. In Canada, all wiring must be done in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code
(CSA C22.1). All applicable local installation codes and regulations must be followed.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Section 2. General Information Section 3. JVA Mounting
2.1 Introduction Positions
This manual contains information for the proper 3.1 Standard JVA Position
installation and operation of Jandy® Pro Series Valve
Standard Plumbing position is with the middle port
Actuators (JVA). Procedures in this manual must be
(B) as the incoming or common port to the valve (see
followed exactly. To obtain additional copies of this
Figure 1).
manual visit www.zodiacpoolsystems.com. For address
information, see back cover.
Remove these
four (4) screws for
2.2 Description Standard Position

Valve Actuators are designed to meet the needs of

today's more advanced, automatic pool equipment. A C
These fully adjustable actuators offer versatile pool/spa
automation with easy setups. All actuators work with
AquaLink® RS Control Systems and are available in 24
volt units.
Water flow into or
out of the valve B (Common Port)
JVA 2444 Specifications
Voltage 24 VAC Figure 1. Standard Plumbing
Amperage 0.75 AMPS
Cycles 60 Hz
Standard Mounting position is with the main body of
the actuator over port B (see Figure 2).
Wire 3-conductor
Black Common
Red Switch Leg NOTE If the valve(s) are plumbed with port B as the
common port (Standard Plumbing) and the main
White Switch Leg body of the actuator(s) are mounted over port B
(Standard Mounting), there is no need to adjust the
actuator cams.

A C

B (Common Port)

Figure 2. Standard JVA Mounting

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3.2 Actuator Mounting 3. Turn the actuator over so you can see into the
JVA’s mount directly on all full-size Jandy Pro clear actuator shaft. There are four (4) "teeth"
Series Valves (8 screws on lid). Zodiac recommends on the inside of the shaft. Locate the smallest
motorizing Jandy Pro Series Never Lube® Valves only. "tooth" and align this "tooth" with the smallest
slot on the valve (see Figure 5).
JVA’s may be mounted onto valves in any of the four (4)
positions in Figure 3. Place actuator on valve so smallest tooth
aligns with smallest slot.

I II
Smallest Slot Smallest Tooth

A C
A C

Actuator
B B
Bottom
III IV

Figure 5. Actuator Mounting

A C 4. Place the actuator onto the valve.
A C 5. Rotate the actuator while keeping the two shafts
engaged until the screw holes on the actuator legs
B
align with the empty screw holes (from step 2) in
B the valve (see Figure 6).
Figure 3. JVA Mounting Positions.
6. Use the four (4) large 2" Phillips head screws
1. Unscrew the locking knob by turning the knob (included with the JVA) to secure the JVA to the
counterclockwise. Remove the locking knob and valve.
valve handle (see Figure 4).
7. Put the valve handle on the actuator shaft. Put
2. For standard valves, remove the four (4) the knob on the shaft and tighten (finger tighten
large Phillips head screws from the valve. only).
The location of the screws you remove will
determine how the actuator will be mounted Rotate valve or actuator
to align screw holes
(see Figure 4). When installing the large 3"
valve, it is not necessary to remove any screws.
Rotate
Use the four mounting bosses provided. valve

Remove Locking Remove the 4 Large

Knob and Handle Phillips Head Screws

Rotate
actuator

Figure 6. Actuator Mounting

Figure 4. Remove Locking Knob and Lid Screws

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Section 4. Synchronization
ON 1
On/Off Switch is
4.1 Synchronization Methods OFF located on the
bottom of the JVA
If the valve is plumbed in the Standard Plumbing ON 2
position and the actuator is mounted in Standard
Mounting position, you do not have to change the cam Figure 8. JVA Synchronization, Toggle
settings from the factory settings. However, you may
have to synchronize the cams. 4.2 Resetting the Cams
One of the following will occur when the actuator is out
of synchronization: WARNING
Improper cam settings can result in dead heading
of the water flow which can cause injury or property
• the actuator will rotate in the wrong direction damage. Improper cam settings and/or operation will
in relation to its controller (as in a solar heating void the warranty.
system)

• one actuator will rotate incorrectly in relation to NOTE Before resetting cams, if the valve is plumbed in
another actuator (as in pool/spa combination) Standard Plumbing position and the actuator is in
Standard Mounting position there is no need for
Figure 7 illustrates an example of the valves and resetting the cams (see Figure 9). If a port other than
actuators of a pool/spa combination that are out of "B" is plumbed as the common port or if the actuator
synchronization. The valve on the left of the illustration is mounted other than Standard Mounting, the cam
setting must be changed so the actuator shaft and
(suction) is plumbed with the spa line on the left side the valve diverter rotate properly. Refer to the Cam
of the valve and the pool line on the right; whereas, the Setting Chart on page 8 for proper settings.
valve on the right of the illustration (return) is plumbed
I II
with the pool on the left side of the valve and the spa
on the right. In this configuration, if the actuators are
activated, one will turn to spa while the other will turn
A C
to pool. The actuators will have to be synchronized. A C

Suction Return
B B
Spa Pool Pool Spa
III IV

A C
A C

B
B
Figure 7. JVA Synchronization, Example Figure 9. JVA Mounting Positions.

On the actuator that is out of synchronization, flip the 1. Turn OFF actuator power. Unscrew
toggle switch located on the bottom of the actuator to the locking knob by turning the knob
the ON 2 position (see Figure 8). The toggle positions counterclockwise. Remove the locking knob
are marked on the actuator top cover. Retry the system. and valve handle.
2. Remove the four (4) Phillips head screws that
secure the actuator lid and then remove the lid.
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3. Important - Rotate the actuator shaft so the NOTE The cam is marked with the arrow at "0", a long hash
arrow mark on the top cam aligns with the mark at the 180° position, and 2 short hash marks at
the 90° and 270° positions.
microswitch actuator (bottom cam arrow mark
should also align with the bottom microswitch 4. To set the cams, rotate the cam(s) until the
actuator, see Figure 10). Locate the mounting arrow mark on the cam(s) align with the
position for the actuator (as per Figure 9, the microswitch actuator (see Figure 11).
mounting position will be either I, II, III, or IV).
NOTE The upper cam stops counterclockwise rotation and
Next, determine what valve port is the common the lower cam stops clockwise rotation.
or inlet port (as per Figure 9, the common port
will be either A, B, or C). Then refer to the 5. Turn power ON to the actuator and use the
Cam Setting Chart below to determine what toggle switch located on the bottom of the
the cam settings should be. For example, if the actuator to check rotation. Move the toggle
actuator is in JVA mounting position "I", and the switch to either ON 1 or ON 2. Allow the
common port on the valve is port "A", the cam actuator shaft to move until it stops. Check
settings would be 90° for the top cam and 180° valve diverter position*, if the position is
for the bottom. correct flip the toggle switch in the opposite
direction and allow the shaft to stop again. If
Final minor adjustments may be necessary
the stop positions are correct, go to step 6. If
they are not, reset the cams until correct.
Lower Upper
Cam Cam NOTE If the actuator does not move in either direction, refer
to Section 6, Troubleshooting.
180°
6. Replace the lid and tighten screws. Replace the
handle and locking knob.
270° NOTE The end of the handle which has the word OFF
0

embossed on it exactly duplicates the shape of the

valve diverter. When the handle is placed on a valve
90° or actuator shaft the word OFF will be directly over
0

Left Right the center of the valve diverter.

Microswitch 0° Microswitch

Figure 10. JVA Cams

Cam Setting Chart

NOTE Before resetting cams, always rotate the actuator shaft so the arrow mark on each cam aligns with the pointer above its
microswitch.
Actuator Water Enters Port Cam Setting Water Exits Valve
Mounting Common Port Top Cam Bottom Cam Port or Port
*I A 90 180 B C
I B 90 270 A C
I C 180 90 A B
*II A 180 90 B C
II B 0 0 A C
II C 90 180 A B
*III A 90 180 B C
III B 270 90 A C
III C 0 270 A B
*IV A 0 270 B C
IV B 180 180 A C
IV C 270 0 A B
*Two Port Valve Settings
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5.3 Manual Override, Power Off
Rotate Cams
1. Move toggle switch located on the bottom of
actuator to the OFF (center) position.
2. Unscrew (counterclockwise) the locking knob
above the handle four (4) full turns.
3. Push down on the locking knob (not the
handle). This will disengage the gear train and
allow the handle, and thus the valve diverter, to
be moved to any position.

Figure 11. JVA Cam Adjustment 4. To return the actuator to automatic position, pull
up on the handle while turning it clockwise or
counterclockwise until you feel the shaft slide
Section 5. Manual Operation up into the gear train. Turn the locking knob
down (clockwise) until snug.
5.1 Manual Override
5. Put toggle switch back to the original position.
It is sometimes necessary to rotate valve(s) manually,
without using the system controller. This occurs when
the controller is not accessible/operational or when the
spa or pool/spa combination require filling or draining.

There are two (2) methods of manually rotating the

JVA; one with power on (system operational) and one
with power off (no power to the control system).

CAUTION
To prevent damage to your equipment and to
minimize the possibility of any injury resulting from
such damage, make sure that the pool filtration pump
is OFF BEFORE rotating the valve handle.

5.2 Manual Override, Power On

1. Move the toggle switch located on the bottom
of the actuator to the opposite position (ON 1
switch to ON 2 or vice versa). This will rotate
the motor to the opposite position.
2. Return the toggle switch to the original position
after use.

ON 1
On/Off Switch is
OFF on Bottom of JVA

ON 2

Figure 12. JVA Synchronization, Toggle

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Section 6. Maintenance 6.2 Valve

NOTE This section does not apply to Jandy Pro Series
6.1 Actuator Never Lube® Valves and non-positive seal valves.
The JVA has three (3) seals which should be lubricated Never Lube Valves and non-positive seal valves can
be identified by the absence of a grease cap. Never
once a year. One o-ring is located on the bottom of the Lube Valves can also be identified by the name
actuator where the plastic shaft exits the housing and "Never Lube" on the handle.
two (2) O-rings located in the top cover near where the
Since the actuator rotates the valve diverter which
shaft exits the top of the housing. Use the following
redirects the flow of water, it is imperative that the seals
steps to lubricate the seals:
and the O-rings within the valve body be lubricated
1. Turn OFF power to the actuator. often (at least every three (3) months). Use the
following procedure to lubricate the valve diverter seals:
2. Remove the locking knob and handle
(see Figure 13). 1. Turn off all pool/spa equipment.
2. Rotate valve handle so the OFF on the handle is
Unscrew locking
knob and remove over the word GREASE on the valve body.
handle
3. Unscrew (counterclockwise) and remove the
black cap of the grease fitting.
4. Fill cap with lubricant (Jandy Lube).

Lubricate here 5. Replace cap on fitting and turn in (clockwise)

until all of the lubricant has been forced into the
valve.
6. Use manual operation to move the handle from
side to side to spread the lubricant across the
seal.
7. Reset the valve handle to its original position
and start the equipment.
Once a year the valve should be disassembled and
the O-ring and valve body inspected for damage.
Thoroughly lubricate the square seal and the O-ring.
Reassemble the valve.

Figure 13. JVA Shaft Seal

3. Spread a small amount of Jandy Pro Series
Lube or other silicone base lubricant around the
actuator shaft just above the lock out ring (see
Figure 13).
4. Reinstall handle and locking knob. Only tighten
knob one (1) turn.
5. Push down on the locking knob to force the
actuator shaft into manual.
6. Wipe a small amount of lubricant around the
actuator shaft where it protrudes from the
bottom of the actuator.
7. Turn handle once around to spread the lubricant.
8. Pull up on the handle and tighten locking knob.
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Section 7. Wiring Diagrams

Left Right
7.1 JVA Wiring Schematic 2444 Micro switch Micro switch
Common Common
NO NO

WARNING NC NC
Disconnect power to the system at the main circuit
breaker before servicing to avoid risk of electric shock
which can result in property damage, severe injury

White
White
or death. All wiring must be done in accordance with

Red
Red
the National Electrical Code® (NEC®), NFPA-70.
In Canada, all wiring must be done in accordance
Bottom Cam
with the Canadian Electrical Code (CSA C22.1). All Motor Red
Connector
applicable local installation codes and regulations to PCB
Top Cam
Motor
Header White
must be followed. Black
Black
Connector
to PCB
Header

CAUTION

POWER
Black
To avoid damage to the equipment and minimize Red
White
risk of injury, use a properly sized, listed Class 2 Wiring to Toggle
Switch Underneath
transformer for connection to the power supply. Red Black
Circuit Board
White

PCB Header for Motor Wiring

7.2 JVA's with Toggle Switch

This diagram is for two (2) JVA 2444s.
To operate more JVA's, additional poles and a higher 7.3 JVA's with Time Clock
amperage fuse are needed. Do not double lug the JVA This diagram is for a single JVA 2444.
switch leg wires (red and white wires). To operate more JVA's, additional poles and a higher
amperage fuse are needed. Do not double lug the JVA
Transformer*
switch leg wires (red and white wires).

Secondary Primary
Time
(24 VAC) (120 VAC) Clock
Transformer*

Neutral
Neutral
120 VAC

Load
Double Pole/

Line
Double Throw 2 amp
Secondary Primary
Toggle Switch fuse (24 VAC) (120 VAC)

Hot
Normally Closed RED
Common 1 amp
Normally Open WHITE fuse
120 VAC
BLACK BLACK
RED Normally Closed RED
WHITE Common
Normally Open WHITE

Single Pole/ BLACK

OFF OFF
Double Throw
Relay
Coil Voltage: 120 VAC OFF

* Transformer must be sized for the number of JVA's. * Transformer must be sized for the number of JVA's.
Each JVA requires .75 amp. at 24 VAC. Each JVA requires .75 amp. at 24 VAC.
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Section 8. Troubleshooting
8.1 Troubleshooting
All major components, including the power cord, are replaceable without replacing the entire actuator. Each item may
be replaced as a separate piece allowing easy infield repair. See Section 8, Exploded Views and Replacement Kits, for
actuator replacement part numbers.

Problem Cause Solution/Check

Actuator handle oscillates. Lack of valve seal lubrication. Lubricate valve.
Obstruction in valve body. Remove actuator and valve lid and
inspect.
Actuator motor works but the valve A). Actuator shaft broken. A). Replace actuator shaft. Refer to
diverter does not turn. Shaft Replacement Kit
instructions for disassembly.
NOTE On a pool/spa combination, B). Valve diverter broken. B). Replace valve diverter.
the problem would be spa draining or C). Actuator in manual position. C). Pull up on the handle while
overflowing. rotating counterclockwise.
D). Gear train damaged. D). Refer to Gear Replacement Kit
instructions for disassembly.
Actuator motor does not turn. A) No power to the actuator. A) Check voltage between black
(common) wire and each switch
leg (red then white)
B) Toggle switch in OFF position. B) Move toggle switch to ON 1 or
ON 2 position.
C) Motor has failed. C) Replace motor.
D) Failed or broken microswitch. D) Replace microswitch.
E) Both cams in contact with their E) Check Cam Setting section.
microswitches.
Actuator rotates in one direction but A) Broken or damaged micro- A) Replace microswitch.
not back again. switch.
B) Bad connection(s). B) Check all connections.
C) Bad control relay switch. C) At the power source check the
operation of the control relay or
switch.
D) Broken wire. D) Check red and white wires.
Water inside valve actuator. Damaged seals. Replace top lid and grease seals.
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Section 9. JVA Exploded View and Spare Parts

Dwg. Kit # Description Qty.
1
#
1 R0409600 JVA Gasket and Screw Kit
Gasket 1
O-ring, 2
Screw, #14 x 2" 4 1, 2
Screw, #8 x 5/8" 4
2 R0411500 Top Housing Kit
Gasket 1 2
O-ring 2
Screw, #8 x 5/8" 4
Housing, Top 1
3 R0408700 Center Plate Kit 1, 2
O-ring 2
Screw, #8 x 5/8" 8
Bridge 1
1, 2, 3 3
Top Cam (Clear) 1
Bottom Cam (Textured) 1
Microswitch 2
Center Plate 1 3
Output Shaft, Threaded 1
Spring, JVA 1 3, 7
4 R0411600 Gear Kit
3, 8
Primary Gear 1
Secondary Gear 1 7
Large Pinion Gear 1
Output Gear 1
Housing, Bottom w/3 Pins 1 6
5 R0411800 Cable Kit, 20'
5
O-ring, Strain Relief 1
Washer, Strain Relief 1 3,8
3
Cap, Strain Relief 1
Power Cord, 20' w/3-pin 1
Connector 3
5 R0411900 Cable Kit, 75' 3

O-ring, Strain Relief 1

3
Washer, Strain Relief 1
Cap, Strain Relief 1
4
Power Cord, 75' w/3-pin 1
Connector
6 R0441700 PCB w/Toggle Switch Kit
PCB Sub-Assy, 24V w/PCB, 1 4
w/Toggle Switch, Lock
Washer and Nut
7 R0408500 Motor Kit
Screw, #8 x 5/8" 1
Motor 24V, w/Wire and 1 6
Connector
3
8 R0408600 Cam and Microswitch Kit
Top Cam (Clear) 1
Bottom Cam (Textured) 1
Microswitch 2
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NOTES
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