Section 5. Maintenance; General Maintenance; Pressure Gauge; Winterizing - Jandy SFSM60 Installation And Operation Manual

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6. Carefully draw out the drain screen.
7. Use caution not to misplace the O-ring.
8. Use water to flush remaining filter media from the filter tank.

SeCTion 5. MAinTenAnCe

5.1 GeneRAL MAinTenAnCe

• The outside of the filter can be cleaned with a mild
detergent and water. Rinse with water.
• Do not use strong cleansers or solvents to clean the filter,
solvents will damage the plastic components of the filter.
• Check pressure during operation at least once a week.
• Check for and remove any debris from the skimmer basket
and strainer basket on pump regularly.
• Check pump and filter for any leaks. If any leaks develop,
turn off the pump and call a qualified pool service
technician.
• Product safety signs or labels should be periodically
inspected and cleaned by the product user as necessary to
maintain good legibility from a safe viewing distance.

5.2 PReSSURe GAUGe

• During operation of the filtration system, check the
pressure gauge/air release assembly for air or water leaks
at least once a week.

5.3 WinTeRiZinG

1. Backwash the filter. See
2. Turn OFF the pump at the circuit breakers.
3. Open the air release valve on top of the filter.
4. Remove the drain cap at the base of the filter to ensure that
the tank is empty. Store the drain cap and seal in a safe place.
Do not reinstall until next season at start-up.
5. Drain system piping of all water.

SeCTion 6. TRoUBLeSHooTinG

• For a list of common problems and solutions see the
Troubleshooting Guide.
• Zodiac recommends that you call a qualified service
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technician to do any work on the filter/pump system.
Section 4.2.1 , "Filter Cleaning."
Jandy Sand Filter SFSM
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• The larger tank drain is a universal union fitting. Sand
removal is easiest without further restriction at this fitting.
However, if a short piece of piping is desired to direct the
sand being flushed away from the filter base, a universal
tailpiece and union nut can be used. See
• Product safety signs or labels should be replaced by the
product user when a person with normal vision, including
corrected vision, is no longer able to read the safety signs
or label message panel text at a safe viewing distance from
the hazard.
• In cases where the product has an extensive expected
life or is exposed to extreme conditions, the product user
should contact either the product manufacturer or some
other source to determine means for obtaining replacement
signs or labels.
• Installation of new replacement safety signs or labels should
be in accordance with the sign or label manufacturer's
recommended procedure.
• Keep the pressure gauge in good working order. If you
suspect a problem with the gauge, Zodiac
you call a qualified service technician to do any work on the
filter/pump system.
• If using a multiport backwash valve that has a "Winterize"
position, move selector lever to that position. The
"Winterize" position which leaves all ports partially open,
and on some backwash valves also moves the seal to a
relaxed position.
6. Cover the system with a tarpaulin or plastic sheet to protect
it from the weather. Do not wrap electrical motors in plastic.
• To locate a service company near you, please visit
ZodiacPoolSystems.com. For technical support, please call
800-822-7933 or email productsupport @Jandy.com.
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