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SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
Vacuum Pool
(Refer to cleaner operating manual or consult your local pool professional)
1.
Fill vacuum hose by submerging in water from one end to the other.
2.
To vacuum, insert hose into skimmer suction manifold or into vacuum line in pool
wall. See instructions provided by the pool builder or pool manufacturer.
Start pump, making sure it is primed and pumping.
3.
After vacuuming, clean pump trap basket to remove accumulated debris, then check
filter pressure gauge. If reading is 5 to 7 psi (35 to 50 kPa) higher than initial operating
pressure, backwash filter.
Lower or Drain Pool
1.
Turn pump 'OFF' ; set valve handle to 'WASTE'.
2.
Use Vaccuum cleaner hose and head.
3.
Start pump; run until pool is lowered to desired level.
4.
Turn pump 'OFF' set valve handle to 'FILTER'
5.
Start pump.
Multi-Port Valve Service
Valve Removal
NOTE: If Multi-Port Valve is below pool water level, close suction and discharge valves
before disassembly to prevent draining pool.
1. Disconnect piping from pump and pool.
2. Remove clamp.
3. Remove valve from filter top.
4. To re-install valve, follow instructions, BE SURE to follow clamp tightening instructions.
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Pantera High-Rate Sand Filter Owner's Manual
If valve is leaking during normal operation it will need to be
repaired by an authorised Pentair Water service technician.
Hazardous pressure. Stop pump and release all pressure
from system before working on filter, valve, or clamp.
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