Summary of Contents for Pentair FullFloXF 4000 Series
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® 4000-SERIES FULLFLO GRID STYLE D.E. FILTER INSTALLATION AND USER’S GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Pressurized air can cause the lid to separate from the tank with great force. To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, relieve pressure by opening air relief valve before opening filter.
Pressurized This guide provides installation and operation instructions for air can cause the lid to separate which can result in this product. Consult Pentair with any questions regarding this severe injury, death, or property damage. equipment.
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IMPORTANT: Keep all warning labels in good condition. If any warnings the pre-service condition. labels are damaged, missing, or become illegible call Pentair Customer Service at 1-800-831-7133 and request replacement labeling. For Installation of Electrical Controls at Equipment Pad (ON/OFF...
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GENERAL INFORMATION THIS SYSTEM OPERATES UNDER HIGH PRESSURE. When any part of the circulating system (e.g., Clamp Ring, Pump, Filter, Valves, etc.) is serviced, air can enter the system and become pressurized. Pressurized air can cause the lid to separate which can result in serious injury, death, or property damage.
Pool and Pump ports in Note: Installation of anchor clamps is recommended the Backwash Valve Assembly. in high wind and seismically active areas. A Pentair Anchor Clamp Kit (P/N 178840) can be purchased separately. See page 4, Anchor Clamp Installation, for installation instructions.
Installing the Manual Air Relief Valve The manual air relief valve and pressure gauge are included with this filter to help ensure safe operation of the equipment. Figure 2 Always maintain these components in good working condition. PRESSURE GAUGE 1. Remove the HiFlow™ Manual Air Relief Valve and the pressure gauge from the accessories package included with your FullFloXF ®...
Anchor Clamp Installation Installation of anchor clamps is recommended in high wind and seismically active areas. A Pentair Anchor Clamp Kit (P/N 178840) is not included with this filter, but can be purchased separately. Anchor clamps hold the FullFloXF 4000-Series D.E.
SYSTEM START-UP AND OPERATION The following information should be read carefully since it outlines the proper manner of care and operation for your filter system. As a result of following these instructions and taking the necessary preventative care, you can expect maximum efficiency and life from your filtration system.
Preparing Diatomite Coating Filter Elements with D.E. 1. Ensure the backwash valve is in the FILTER Follow all manufacturer safety precautions given on position. the D.E. packaging. 2. Prepare the recommended amount of Your filter requires diatomaceous earth (D.E. or diatomaceous earth according to instructions given diatomite) for proper filtration and operation.
Installing the Filter Lid and Clamp Ring Follow these instructions exactly to prevent the lid from separating from the filter during system start-up or operation. (See Important Warnings and Safety Instructions, page i-ii). REQUIRED TOOLS: Clamp Ring, • Ratchet Wrench Hand Tighten Open Position onto T-Bolt...
If any of these conditions exist, shut off the pump immediately. Open the manual air relief valve to relieve pressure and clean the valve (see Cleaning the Manual Air Relief Valve, page 13). If the problem persists, call Pentair Technical Open Position Service at (800) 831-7133 for assistance.
MAINTENANCE FILTER OPERATES UNDER HIGH PRESSURE. When any part of the circulating system, (e.g., clamp, pump, filter, valve(s), etc.), is serviced, air can enter the system and become pressurized. Pressurized air can cause the lid to separate which can result in severe injury, death, or property damage. To avoid this potential hazard, follow these instructions: 1.
Manually Cleaning the Filter Elements Figure 10 1. Backwash the filter by following steps 1-9 of Backwashing the Filter on page 9. 2. Follow Opening the Filter (page 5) exactly. Note: If the filtration system includes a separation tank, close all other valves and remove the drain plug from the backwash line.
4000-Series D.E. Filter. ® immediately below the tank inlet opening, then push Note: The instructions below apply to Pentair brand down on the rim opposite the inlet opening until the separation tanks only. For complete instructions, refer to rim is level.
Acid Soaking the Filter Elements After an extended period of operation, it may be necessary to soak the filter elements in an acid solution. Acid soaking will remove algae, calcium carbonate, iron and other mineral build-ups from the filter elements. If not removed, these mineral deposits can lead to the restriction of water flow through the FullFloXF 4000-Series D.E.
Cleaning the Manual Air Relief Valve Cleaning the Internal Air Bleed Tube REQUIRED TOOLS: It is recommended that the air bleed tube and screen • 5/16" Drill Bit (to check air passage) cap be routinely inspected and cleaned. This can easily •...
TROUBLESHOOTING Air entering the system can cause the lid to separate from the filter. If the below symptoms are observed, do not attempt to remove or tighten the clamping system or perform any other servicing until you have shut off pump and relieved all air and pressure in accordance with the Opening the Filter instructions (page 5).
Pentair. Pentair cannot test every product from other manufacturers to confirm that it can be used on Pentair equipment safely and without risk to the filter, its operation, or its operator. Original Pentair parts, Pentair accessories and other products approved by Pentair, together with professional advice on using these items, are available from all Pentair authorized service centers.
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