Summary of Contents for Pentair FULLFLOXF F Series
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® FULLFLO F-SERIES VERTICAL GRID D.E. FILTER INSTALLATION AND USER’S GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Pressurized air can cause the lid to separate from the tank with great force. To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, relieve pressure by opening air relief valve before opening filter.
This guide provides installation and operation instructions for the system and become pressurized. Pressurized this product. Consult Pentair with any questions regarding this air can cause the top closure to separate which can equipment.
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IMPORTANT: Keep all warning labels in good condition. If any warnings in the system to be relieved. labels are damaged, missing, or become illegible call Pentair Customer Before starting the system, fully open the manual air relief valve and place Service at 1-800-831-7133 and request replacement labeling.
CUSTOMER SERVICE / TECHNICAL SUPPORT If you have questions about ordering Pentair replacement parts, and pool products, please contact: Customer Service and Technical Support, USA Sanford, North Carolina (8 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. ET) (8 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. — Eastern/Pacific Times)
GENERAL INFORMATION THIS SYSTEM OPERATES UNDER HIGH PRESSURE. When any part of the circulating system (e.g., Clamp Ring, Pump, Filter, Valves, etc.) is serviced, air can enter the system and become pressurized. Pressurized air can cause the lid to separate which can result in serious injury, death, or property damage.
4. Allow sufficient clearance around the filter to permit 3. This filter requires one of the following Pentair visual verification that the clamp ring is properly accessories which must be purchased separately.
Installing the Manual Air Relief Valve The manual air relief valve and pressure gauge are included with this filter to help ensure safe operation of the equipment. Always Figure 2 maintain these components in good working condition. PRESSURE GAUGE 1. Remove the HiFlow™ Manual Air Relief Valve and the pressure gauge from the accessories package included with your FullFloXF F-Series ®...
Anchor Clamp Installation Installation of anchor clamps is recommended in high wind and seismically active areas. A Pentair Anchor Clamp Kit (P/N 178840) is not included with this filter, but can be purchased separately. Anchor clamps hold the FullFloXF F-Series Vertical Grid ®...
SYSTEM START-UP AND OPERATION The following information should be read carefully since it outlines the proper manner of care and operation for your filter system. As a result of following these instructions and taking the necessary preventative care, you can expect maximum efficiency and life from your filtration system.
Preparing Diatomaceous Earth (D.E.) Coating Filter Elements with D.E. Follow all manufacturer safety precautions The following information should be read given on the D.E. packaging. carefully since it outlines the proper manner of care and operation for your filter system. As a result of following The FullFloXF F-Series Vertical Grid D.E.
Installing the Filter Lid and Clamp Ring Follow these instructions exactly to prevent the lid from separating from the filter during system start-up or operation. (See Important Warnings and Safety Instructions, page i-ii). REQUIRED TOOLS: • Ratchet Wrench • 7/8" Socket Clamp Ring, Hand Tighten •...
If any of these conditions exist, shut off the pump immediately. Open the manual air relief valve to relieve pressure and clean the valve (see Cleaning the Manual Air Relief Valve, page 12). If the problem persists, call Pentair Technical Open Position Service at (800) 831-7133 for assistance.
MAINTENANCE FILTER OPERATES UNDER HIGH PRESSURE. When any part of the circulating system, (e.g., clamp ring, pump, filter, valve(s), etc.), is serviced, air can enter the system and become pressurized. Pressurized air can cause the lid to separate which can result in severe injury, death, or property damage. To avoid this potential hazard, follow these instructions: 1.
Manually Cleaning the Filter Elements 1. Backwash the filter by following Backwashing the Filter on page 9. 2. Follow Opening the Filter (page 5) exactly. Figure 9 Note: If the filtration system includes a separation tank, close all other valves and remove the drain plug from the backwash line. 3.
Acid Soaking the Filter Elements After an extended period of operation, it may be necessary to soak the filter elements in an acid solution. Acid soaking will remove algae, calcium carbonate, iron and other mineral build-ups from the filter elements. If not removed, these mineral deposits can lead to the restriction of water flow through the FullFloXF F-Series Vertical Grid D.E.
Cleaning the Manual Air Relief Valve REQUIRED TOOLS: • 5/16" Drill Bit (to check air passage) • Silicone-based Lubricant (if needed) PROCEDURE: 1. Shut off pump and relieve pressure. a. Turn the pump OFF and shut OFF any automatic controls (e.g., Figure 12 timers) and disconnect power to ensure that the system is not inadvertently started during maintenance.
TROUBLESHOOTING Air entering the system can cause the lid to separate from the filter. If the below symptoms are observed, do not attempt to remove or tighten the clamping system or perform any other servicing until you have shut off pump and relieved all air and pressure in accordance with the Opening the Filter instructions (page 5).
TECHNICAL DATA Dimensional Drawings 22.5” 57.2 cm MODEL DIM "A" DIM “A” 42.6" (108.2 cm) 23.5” 55.6" (141.2 cm) 56.7 cm 55.6" (141.2 cm) 23” 58.4 cm 15.5” 39.4 cm 21.5” 54.6 cm Head Loss Comparison Curve Flow (GPM) Recommended Flow Rates This flow rate is based of 2 GPM per sq.
REPLACEMENT PARTS Quantity by Model Number Item Description Part No. 188619 188620 188621 (F48) (F60) (F72) 176201 Tank Bottom 176202 176203 Tank Lid, Short 178832 Tank Lid, Tall 178833 Bulkhead Kit 178829 59002400 Filter Grid Assembly 59003000 59003600 59002300 Filter Grid 59002900 59003500 Pressure Relief Valve...
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