Periodic Maintenance; Filter Screen; Wear Rings; Tires - Polaris 280 Owner's Manual

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Some Polaris owners have told us it is easier
to empty the filter bag when it is dry. They
alternate between two filter bags. When one
becomes full, they remove it and put on the
clean bag. They let the full bag dry completely
before emptying it.
F. Periodic Maintenance
The following parts are wear items that should
be periodically checked and replaced as needed.
Please Note: Wear items are not covered
under warranty.

1. Filter Screen (#44)

Inside the quick disconnect there is a filter
screen. It acts as a safety filter to keep any
debris that is not caught by the pool filtration
system out of the Polaris. If the filter screen
clogs often, consult your pool professional.
Please Note: Running the Polaris without the
filter screen can damage the Polaris.
To clean the filter screen, pull it out of the
quick disconnect, rinse it and press it firmly
back into place.
Quick Disconnect

2. Wear Rings (#8)

The sweep hose is fitted with rolling wear rings
that protect the sweep hose. Replace them
before the weights on either side of the wear
rings begin to wear.
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To maximize the life of the wear rings, we
recommend that you rotate them as they wear.
Tab
Slot
Filter Screen

3. Tires (#20)

The tires provide traction and protect both the
Polaris and the bottom of your pool. Replace
the tires when the edges become rounded.

4. Sweep Hose Scrubber (#5)

The sweep hose scrubber helps keep the bottom
and sides of your pool clean. It also helps pre-
vent the sweep hose from spraying water out of
the pool. Replace the scrubber when it becomes
worn. The scrubber may need to be replaced
often depending on the surface of your pool.
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To maximize the life of the sweep hose scrubber,
we recommend that you turn it as it wears.
G. Backwashing the Pool Filter
Always disconnect the Polaris from the pool wall
before cleaning or backwashing the pool filter.
After cleaning or backwashing, let the pool filtration
system run for at least five minutes to flush out the
return lines before reconnecting the Polaris.
H. Storage
Never store the Polaris in direct sunlight or with
the feed hose coiled.
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If coils do form, lay the hose in the sun or
soak it in hot water to help straighten it
before reinstalling.
I. Winterizing
Freeze damage is not covered under warranty.
Remove the Polaris from the pool and drain all
the water from the Polaris before storing for the
winter. Also, drain all the water out of the booster
pump by removing the drain plug (see index
number 14 on page 13).
Use the quick disconnect to remove the universal
wall fitting. Attach the quick disconnect, pull it
away from the pool wall and unscrew. In some
cases, it may be necessary to use the universal
wall fitting removal tool (part #10-102-00) avail-
able from your participating Polaris dealer.
Please Note: If quick freeze conditions exist, be
sure the filtration pump is running and forcing
water through the booster pump. If there is a
gate valve installed, open it completely so water
will flow through the booster pump.
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