General Information; Filter Location; Filter Position; Filter Drain - AquaStar PIPELINE FILTERS PLF27000 Installation And User Manual

GENERAL INFORMATION

Keep pump controls at least 5 feet away
Install pump controls (e.g., on/off switches,
timers, control systems, etc.) at least five (5)
feet from the filter. This must be done to allow
enough room to stand clear of the filter when
the pump is started.

Filter location

Select a filter location that provides enough light and clearance
around and above the filter so it can be inspected and serviced. The
filter must be mounted on a reasonably level surface that provides
adequate drainage. Ensure there is enough vertical clearance above
the filter to allow the filter element to be lifted out of the housing for
cleaning and replacement. See Table 2 and Figure 1.

Filter position

Position the filter so the INLET is facing the pump. If the pump is to
the right side of the filter, the drain port will be in the back. If the
pump is to the left of the filter, the drain port will be in the front.

Filter drain

The filter drain must be accessible to allow properly cleaning.
The supplied 1 ½ threaded drain plug includes an O-Ring for easy
opening and closing. For filter servicing convenience, a drainpipe
with ball valve can be attached to the filter drain port, allowing
drained water to be directed to an appropriate drainage location, see
Figure 2.

Filter piping

Make all piping connections in compliance with local codes. The
filter uses PVC unions (included) to quickly connect the filter to
the recirculation system piping. The unions are 2-inch female slip
socket inside and 2 ½-inch male spigot outside.

Pipe size

To operate any filter at the maximum design flow rate requires piping large enough to carry volumes of
water without causing excessive back-pressure, which limits the flow through the recirculation system.
The minimum pipe size needed to achieve the design flow rate typically is 2 ½-inch for short distances
between the filter and pool, consider 3-inch for greater distances.

Hydrostatic Pressure Tests

DOES NOT EXCEED 50 PSI, THE MAXIMUM WORKING PRESSURE OF THE FILTER. When performing
hydrostatic pressure tests to check for leaks of the complete recirculation system use the lowest test
pressure allowed by local code and never exceed 50 psi under any circumstances.
Filter Model Size
PLF27000 200 sq. ft.
PLF35000 250 sq. ft.
Cartridge Filter Manual
Table 2
Vertical Clearance Horizontal Clearance
61 in. 6 in.
76 in. 6 in.
Figure 1
STRUCTURE OR WALL
6'' minimum space
Figure 2
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6'' minimum space
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