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- Page 1 Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation User’s Guide IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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Page 3: Warnings And Important Safety Precautions
INSTALLERS, POOL OPERATORS AND POOL OWNERS MUST READ THESE WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PUMP AND DE ELEMENT FILTER. This pump and DE element filter system is intended for use in swimming pool applications. Most states and local codes regulate the construction, installation, and operation of public pools and spas, and the construction of residential pools and spas. - Page 4 VGB 2008 certified cover is properly installed. Covers deteriorate over time due to exposure to sunlight and pool chemicals. This cover must be replaced within seven (7) years from installation (or earlier if the cover becomes damaged in any way). Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide...
- Page 5 Mechanical Entrapment – When jewelry, swimsuit, hair decorations, finger, toe or knuckle is caught in an opening of an outlet or drain cover. This hazard is present when the drain cover is missing, broken, loose, cracked, or not properly secured. Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide...
- Page 6 January 1, 2008, the pump's default circulation speed MUST be set to the LOWEST SPEED, with a high speed override capability being for a temporary period not to exceed one normal cycle, or two hours, whichever is less. Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide...
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Page 7: Section 1: Pump And De Element Filter Overview
As a minimum, you must be sure that your system will turn over the total volume of water in your pool at least twice in a 24 hour period. Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide... -
Page 8: Section 2: Installation
If carton or parts are damaged contact seller or freight company. C. Place the system support base on the ground close to the final location of the unit. See Figure 1. Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide... -
Page 9: Figure
D. Place the filter tank foot on the filter end of the system base. E. Position the filter tank foot so that the filter tank inlet faces the pump end of the system base. See Figure 2. Figure 2. Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide... -
Page 10: H. Hand Seat The ¼-20 Brass Inserts (Larger Inserts) Into The Identified Holes In The Systems Base. See Figure
Note: The blade of the screw driver must be wide enough to catch both slots in the end of the insert. See Figure 5. Figure 4. Figure 5. Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide... - Page 11 Tightening the union nut that is attached to the filter only hand tight. M. The pump may now be attached to the pump support side of the base. The pump should be oriented as indicated in Figure 1. Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide...
- Page 12 P. Install the two (2) push-in fasteners through the slots in the foot of the motor, into the two (2) holes in the system base near the release latch. Release latch Claw fastener Figure 7. Release latch Figure 8. Pump foot Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide...
- Page 13 Provide sufficient clearance around the filter to permit visual verification that the lock ring is properly installed. See Figure 10. Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide...
- Page 14 Pressure above 50 psi can cause the lid to separate, which can result in severe injury, death, or property damage. Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide...
- Page 15 16. Avoid over tightening the pipe threads when connecting fittings to pump or filter. Proper procedure is to apply a pipe sealant to the thread and then install hand tight plus one (1) turn. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide...
- Page 16 NOT be used for permanent connection. When checking the pump operation, do not run the pump longer than 30 seconds. Damage to the pump’s mechanical seal could result if ran longer than 30 seconds. Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide...
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Page 17: Section 3: Operation And Maintenance
The amount of D.E. should be between 1 and 2 pounds for each 10 square feet of filter area or: MODEL Pounds of D.E. Note: 1/2 lb of D.E. will ECDE60 fill a 13oz. coffee can. ECDE90 Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide... -
Page 18: Lock Ring Installation
2. Be certain the O-ring is in position in the lower tank half. Place the filter lid over the lower tank half. Make sure it is fully and firmly seated on the tank half. See Figure 11 on the following page. Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide... - Page 19 DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OVER-TIGHTEN THE LOCK RING AFTER LOCK RING HAS HIT THE STOPS ON THE BODY. 4. Proceed to “System Restart.” Filter Tank Top Lock Ring Filter Tank Body Figure 11. Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide...
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Page 20: System Restart
Please pay attention to all manufacturers' posted instructions, warnings and cautions when using Baquacil® Filter Cleaner. Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide... -
Page 21: Cleaning The Filter
O-ring groove on tank body. 9. Replace the clean element assembly into the filter tank body, making sure it is fully seated. Align the arrow on the handle frame with inlet port of filter. Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide... -
Page 22: Replacing The Filter Element
3. With the relief valve attached to the filter tank, pull out the locking tabs and remove the valve stem and cover assembly with a counterclockwise and lifting motion, see Figure 12. Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide... - Page 23 Verify that the O-rings are in good condition, properly positioned, and lubricated with a silicone base lubricant. 5. Reinstall the valve stem and cover assembly with a downward and clockwise motion until it snaps into position. Figure 12. Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide...
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Page 24: Winterizing The System
Glycol; as other anti-freeze are highly toxic and will damage the pump. Technical Data and Replacement Parts Note Please see the provided insert sheet for Technical Data and Replacement Parts information specific to your system. Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide... -
Page 25: Section 4: Troubleshooting
3. The pressure gauge should be readable and not damaged in any way. 4. Replace the pressure gauge if it is not meeting the requirements of items D.1 through D.3 of this section, above. Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide... - Page 26 Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide...
- Page 27 Notes Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide...
- Page 28 P/N 196043 Rev B Pump and DE Element Filter System Installation and User’s Guide...