Summary of Contents for Pentair Pool Products SM/SMBW 2000
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™ SM/SMBW 2000 Series Filter Installation User's Guide IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
Trademarks and Disclaimers: SM/SMBW 2000 Series is a trademark of Pentair Water Pool and Spa, Inc. The Pentair Pool Products logo is a registered trademark of Pentair Water Pool and Spa, Inc. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products.
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Flow Rate Information ... 11 Replacement Parts for Rotary Valve ... 12 Head Loss Comparison Curves ... 12 Table of Contents Filter Overview ... 1 ™ Filter ... 7 ™ Filter ... 11 SM/SMBW 2000 Series™ Filter Installation and User’s Guide...
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Call (800) 831-7133 for additional free copies of these instructions. Consumer Information and Safety The SM/SMBW 2000 Series™ Filters are designed and manufactured to provide many years of safe and reliable service when installed, operated and maintained according to the information in this manual and the installation codes referred to in later sections.
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A storable pool is constructed so that it may be readily disassembled for storage and reassembled to its original integrity. (continued) SM/SMBW 2000 Series™ Filter Installation and User’s Guide...
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• To allow recirculation during precoat, (if precoat pot is used), install a recirculation line with shut-off between pad return line and pump suction. • All wiring, grounding and bonding of associated equipment must meet local and/or National Electrical Code standards. SM/SMBW 2000 Series™ Filter Installation and User’s Guide (continued)
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Pentair SM/SMBW 2000 Series™ stainless steel D.E. filters not only filter better, they make your life easier. That’s because they feature curved grids to maximize filter surface area, and more filter area means longer periods between cleaning.
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Individually-removable grids for easy cleaning. • Unique rotor seal keeps dirt out to ensure smooth operation and long life. • Attractive design has no external plumbing to detract from the filter’s clean lines. SM/SMBW 2000 Series™ Filter Installation and User’s Guide...
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This section describes how the SM/SMBW 2000 Series™ filter operates. — THIS FILTER OPERATES UNDER HIGH PRESSURE. Pressurized air can cause the lid to be blown off which can result in severe injury, death, or property damage. When clamped properly and operated without air in the water system, this filter will operate in a safe manner.
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1. Mix the Diatomaceous Earth {D.E.} in a pail of water to form a slurry, then pour the mixture directly into the surface skimmer with the pump running. Insure that the right quantity of D.E. is used as shown in the D.E. Precoat Requirements below in Table 1. SM/SMBW 2000 Series™ Filter Installation and User’s Guide 2036 2048...
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The following general information describes how to install the SM/SMBW 2000 Series™ Filter. Note: Before installing this product, read and follow all warning notices and instructions starting on page ii. — THIS 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.
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3. Start pump and wait until a steady jet of water emerges from air relief valve, then close valve. 4. Introduce the required amount of Diatomaceous Earth into filter, see 5. Filter will operate efficiently until pressure gauge indicates time for backwashing. SM/SMBW 2000 Series™ Filter Installation and User’s Guide SM/SMBW-2036 60 in.
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9. Replace the clamping ring. Engage the head of the T-bolt into the slotted bracket and tighten the adjustment knob. Hand tighten only. as shown in Figure 2. performed after each backwash operation. (If installed or if applicable.) SM/SMBW 2000 Series™ Filter Installation and User’s Guide Section 4 page 9, Figure 5. Avoid...
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16. To restore to the filter cycle, refer to the operating and cleaning instructions of the filter model involved. When winterizing, ensure that all water is removed from the lower internal portion of the filter. SM/SMBW 2000 Series™ Filter Installation and User’s Guide page 9,...
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Instructions. (1) Insert the Filter Lid Opener Tank The Pentair Water Pool and Spa Filter Lid Opener Tool may be used on any stainless steel filter tank manufactured by Pentair Water Pool and Spa. pages 5 for Filter Operating O-ring...
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