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Installation Instructions
Filter and System Location
Set the filter on firm, level ground. Select a well-drained area, one that will not flood when it rains. Position
the filter so that it may drain by gravity. The tank should be positioned for easy access to the internals,
pressure gauge, and air vent valve.
Plumbing
To facilitate servicing of the filter system and to allow for indoor storage during the winter months, installing
union connections at the suction and outlet ports is recommended.
Use Teflon tape to seal threaded connections on molded plastic components. All plastic fittings must be
new or thoroughly cleaned before use. NOTE: Do NOT use Plumber's Pipe Dope as it may cause cracking
of the plastic components. When applying Teflon tape to plastic threads, wrap the entire threaded
portion of the male fitting with one to two layers of tape. Wind the tape clockwise as you face the open end
of the fitting, beginning at the end of the fitting.
The pump suction and outlet ports have molded-in thread stops. Do NOT attempt to force hose connector
fitting past this stop. It is only necessary to tighten fittings enough to prevent leakage. Tighten fitting by
hand and then use a tool to engage fitting an additional 1 ½ turns. Use care when using Teflon tape as
friction is reduced considerably; do NOT over-tighten fitting or you may cause damage. If leaks occur,
remove connector, clean off old Teflon tape, rewrap with one to two additional layers of Teflon tape, and re-
install connector. Use 1 ½" I.D. flexible plastic pipe with hose adapter fittings and hose clamps. If rigid PVC
is used, be sure to install Hayward SP1500UNPAK2 union connectors for easy servicing.
All plumbing connections on the EasyClear™ Filter are 1 ½" N.P.T. When making connections, use plastic
male-end adapters. Apply three (3) turns of Teflon tape or plastic pipe sealant to the male threads. Screw
the fitting into the thread hand-tight; then using a wrench, tighten one more full turn, if necessary. (NOTE:
Adapters have varying tolerances and over-tightening with a wrench may only cause damage to the filter.)
Ball type valves are recommended where needed.
Connect the pool suction plumbing between the skimmer and the pump. Connect the pool return
plumbing to the OUTLET port at the top of the filter body.
A filter drain plug is furnished with each filter and is all that is needed for complete filter draining. A
manual air vent valve is furnished to aid in the bleeding of unwanted air when starting or draining the
filter.
USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS
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