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FULLFLO
CARTRIDGE STYLE D.E. FILTER
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND FOLLOW ALL 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. Before starting
the pump after servicing, ensure that clamp band is correctly fastened. See Important Warnings and
Safety Instructions (page i) and follow all instructions exactly; including the Opening the Filter (page 5),
Installing the Filter Lid and Clamp Ring (page 7), and Start-Up Instructions (page 8).
XF
®
Q-SERIES
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION AND
USER'S GUIDE
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- Page 1 ® FULLFLO Q-SERIES CARTRIDGE STYLE 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.
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Page 2: Important Warning And Safety Instructions
Pressurized This guide provides installation and operation instructions for air can cause the lid to separate which can result in this product. Consult Pentair with any questions regarding this severe injury, death, or property damage. equipment. - Page 3 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.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
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) -
Page 5: General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION THIS SYSTEM OPERATES UNDER HIGH PRESSURE. When any part of the circulating system (e.g., Lock 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. To avoid this potential hazard, follow the instructions below. -
Page 6: Installation
This will allow you enough room to stand clear of the filter during system start up. 3. This filter requires one of the following Pentair 4. Allow sufficient clearance around the filter to permit accessories which must be purchased separately. -
Page 7: Installing The Manual Air Relief Valve
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 maintain these Figure 2 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 Q-Series ®... -
Page 8: Anchor Clamp Installation
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 Q-Series Cartridge Style ®... -
Page 9: System Start-Up And Operation
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. -
Page 10: Preparing Diatomaceous Earth (D.e.)
Preparing Diatomaceous Earth (D.E.) Coating the Filter Cartridges with D.E. Follow all manufacturer safety precautions given on The following information should be read the D.E. packaging. carefully since it outlines the proper manner of care and operation for your filter system. You can expect Your filter requires diatomaceous earth (D.E.) for maximum efficiency and life from your filtration system by following proper filtration and operation. -
Page 11: Installing The Filter Lid And Clamp Ring
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 Clamp Ring, Hand Tighten •... -
Page 12: Start-Up Instructions
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 Service at Open Position (800) 831-7133 for assistance. -
Page 13: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE FILTER OPERATES UNDER HIGH PRESSURE. When any part of the circulating system, (e.g., clamp, 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. -
Page 14: Manually Cleaning The Filter Cartridges
Manually Cleaning the Filter Cartridges Figure 9 1. Backwash the filter by following Backwashing the Filter on page 9. 2. Follow Opening the Filter (page 5) exactly. Note: If the filtration system includes a separation tank, close all other valves and remove the drain plug from the backwash line. 3. -
Page 15: Acid Soaking The Filter Cartridges
Acid Soaking the Filter Cartridges After an extended period of operation, it may be necessary to soak the filter cartridges in an acid solution. Acid soaking will remove algae, calcium carbonate, iron and other mineral build-ups from the filter cartridges. If not removed, these mineral deposits can lead to the restriction of water flow through the FullFloXF ®... -
Page 16: Replacing Filter Cartridges
Replacing Filter Cartridges Filter cartridge life will vary with pool conditions such as bather load, Figure 12 wind, dust, etc. You can expect an average cartridge life of three years under normal conditions. To replace filter cartridges: 1. Follow Opening the Filter exactly (page 5). 2. -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
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). -
Page 18: Technical Data
TECHNICAL DATA Dimensional Drawings 22.5” 57.2 cm MODEL DIM "A" DIM “A” 42.6" (108.2 cm) 23.5” Q100 55.6" (141.2 cm) 56.7 cm Q120 55.6" (141.2 cm) 23” 58.4 cm 15.5” 39.4 cm 21.5” 54.6 cm Head Loss Comparison Curves Flow (GPM) Recommended Flow Rates Res. -
Page 19: Replacement Parts
REPLACEMENT PARTS Quantity by Model Number Item Description Part No. 188627 188613 188616 (Q80) (Q100) (Q120) 175401 Tank Bottom 175402 175403 178655 Filter Cartridge 178656 178750 Clamp Ring Assembly 190033 O-Ring, Tank 39010200 Bulkhead Kit 178829 Tank Lid, Short 178832 Tank Lid, Tall 178833 Pressure Relief Valve... - Page 20 10951 WEST LOS ANGELES AVE., MOORPARK, CA 93021 • (805) 553-5000 WWW.PENTAIR.COM All indicated Pentair trademarks and logos are property of Pentair. Third party registered and unregistered trademarks and logos are the property of their respective owners. Because we are continuously improving our products and services, Pentair reserves the right to change specifications without prior notice.