Section 1. Separation Tank Installation - Pentair SEP 100 Installation Manual

SECTION 1. SEPARATION TANK INSTALLATION

A. GENERAL INFORMATION
1. The separation tank should be mounted on a level concrete slab. Position the tank so that the instructions,
warnings and pressure gauge are visible to the operator. Also, position the separation tank so that the piping
connections, control valve and drain port are convenient and accessible for servicing and winterizing.
2. Separation tanks are designed to work primarily with diatomaceous earth
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should produce water out of the separation tank suitable for return back to
the pool or disposal into city storm drain systems. The separation process
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opened and the bag cleaned before another backwashing cycle.
3. Install electrical controls (e.g., on/off switches, timers control systems, etc.) at least 1.5 meter from the tank,
with enough room to stand clear of the tank during system start up.
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Risk of electrical shock or electrocution. Position the separation tank and High Flow™ manual air relief
valve to safely direct water drainage and purged air or water. Water discharged from an improperly
positioned tank or valve can create an electrical hazard that can cause severe personal injury as well as
damage property.
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damage property.
6. Make all plumbing connections in accordance with local plumbing and building codes. Plumbing connections
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compound, glue or solvent on the bulkhead connections.
7. The base of the separation tank is provided with four (4) mounting bosses for the purpose of anchoring the
tank to the concrete.
8. The maximum working pressure of the separation tank is 50 psi. Never subject the separation tank to
pressure in excess of this amount, even when conducting hydrostatic pressure tests. Pressures above 50 psi
can cause the lid to be blown off, which can result in severe injury, death or property damage.
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THE SYSTEM. In most cases, the maximum pressure will be stated on each component of the system.
If doubt exists as to the pressure to which the system will be subjected, install an ASME approved automatic
Pressure Relief or Pressure Regulator in the circulation system for the lowest working pressure of any of the
components in the system.
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