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INSTALLATION & ASSEMBLY
4.
Tighten clamp knob until clamp ends (under bolt) are 1/4" (6mm) apart.
Tap around outside of clamp with a mallet to help seat clamp.
5.
Connect pipe from pump discharge to valve port labelled "PUMP"; use union half
provided. Assemble union as follows for leak free operation:
- o-ring and sealing surfaces must be clean.
- Assemble hand tight only (No wrenches).
- NO pipe compound or teflon tape on unions.
6.
Complete all plumbing connections, using 1 1/2" (P221100 & P225100) or 2" (P229200
& P233200) pipe to reduce pressure losses as much as possible.
- Pipe from valve RETURN port to pool return.
- Pipe from valve WASTE port to waste.
- Suction piping from pool to trap inlet on pump.
7.
System is ready to start up.
8.
If you notice a leak around the clamp area after
15-30 minutes of running, repeat steps 3-4.
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Pantera High-Rate Sand Filter Owner's Manual
Hazardous pressure. Clamp will not hold unless it is
seated properly! DO NOT START PUMP until clamp ends
are 1/4" (6mm) apart or less.
If there are leaks from beneath valve/
clamp area, STOP PUMP, release all
pressure by turning valve handle to
'waste', remove clamp and valve and
clean sealing surfaces.
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