Filter Cartridge, Pool Maintenance, Pool Water Care 11 - Polygroup SUMMER WAVES SKIMMERPLUS F400C Owner's Manual

1. First, turn off the pump and unplug the GFCI, remove the Skimmer Lock Top
counterclockwise. Then remove the Skimmer Strainer Basket
2. Basic Cleaning: Clean the filter cartridge by throughly pressure washing inside and out with a
garden hose. Allow a few hours for the filter to fully dry and CAREFULLY BRUSH the pleats to
avoid damaging the filter cartridge. DO NOT scrub the pleated surface areas. Cleaning and
scrubbing a filter too vigorously will also wear out the cartridge much faster than if it is simply
hosed off correctly.
To ensure pool water stays clean,please clean the filter cartridge every day and change when
required.
3. To remove tough oils (e.g. suntan lotion, body oils, etc.) it is recommended to soak cartridge
in a 1 lb. trisodium phosphate solution (TSP or any other strong detergent) to 5 gallons water
for up to 12 hrs. Rinse cartridge to remove dirt. To remove algae, add 1/2 pint of pool chlorine
or 1 pint of liquid household bleach to the cleaning solution above. Leave the cartridge in the
solution for 1 hour then thoroughly rinse before reuse.
4. Excessive calcium and/or mineral deposits may build up on a filter cartridge and should be
handled differently. Contact your local pool supply store to ask about additional filter cartridge
cleaners or treatment for calcium or mineral deposits. Check pool chemistry for high pH or
alkalinity; this may cause a calcium or mineral build-up.
5. Once cleaned, put the Filter Cartridge and Strainer Basket back into the Canister, and replace
the Lock Top.
6. A Spare "stand by" Filter Cartridge
to continue filtration of your pool while cleaning or replacing a dirty Filter Cartridge
a well maintained, clean cartridge assures you that your filter will always be ready to operate
at peak efficiency.
7. Filter cartridges may be purchased at the store you purchased your pool from, or ordered from
Polygroup at polygroupstore.com. Always replace with genuine Polygroup
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filter cartridges.
1. Check and adjust pH and chlorine levels daily using required chemicals. See below "POOL WATER CARE" or contact your local pool store.
2. Check filter pump output daily. If flow is reduced, see Symptom 2 in TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (p.15).
3. Check filter pump, hoses, fitting for leaks. If a leak is found, see Symptom 4 in TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE.
4. Run the pump for the recommended number of hours daily. If you are unsure of the time frame please refer to support.polygroupstore.com for the recommended
"Pump Operation Hours" bases on pool types and sizes.
1. The following items are required to get your pool ready for use. They are available at polygroupstore.com or your local pool supplies stores:
a. Test kit – for checking the chlorine and pH levels of the pool water
b. Floating chlorine dispenser (not included) and chlorine tablet – for water disinfection and prevention of the growth of algae
c. pH control chemicals – for adjusting the pH level up (soda ash) or down (acid)
d. Algaecides – to eliminate algae
e. Superchlorinator – to destroy ("shock") the combined chlorine, ammonia, nitrogen, and organic compounds that build up in pool water over time and with
extended use
f. Leaf net with handle – for removing leaves, trash, insects, etc. from the pool
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