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SWEETWATER
®
BEAD FILTER
MODELS: 165, 330, 495
990
AND
INSTALLATION AND
USER'S GUIDE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
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Summarization of Contents

Customer Service and Technical Support
Contact Information (US and International)
Provides phone and fax numbers for customer service inquiries.
Web Site
Official Pentair Aquatic Eco-Systems website for product information.
IMPORTANT WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety Alert Symbol Definitions
Explains signal words (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, NOTE) and their meanings.
General Safety Guidelines
Covers high pressure operation, clamp installation, system restart, and part maintenance.
IMPORTANT WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)
Filter Usage and Installation Restrictions
Filter for aquaculture ONLY; requires qualified service person for installation.
Hazardous Pressure and Start-Up Precautions
Warnings about pressurized systems, air entry, and component separation risks.
Electrical Controls Installation Safety
Safety guidelines for installing electrical controls at the equipment pad.
INSTALLATION
Introduction to Sweetwater® Bead Filter
General information on filter installation and potential hazards.
How the Filter Works
Explains mechanical and biological filtration using bead media and backwashing.
General Filter Data
Table listing models, sizes, capacity, and flow rates.
Installing the Filter
Control Valve and Plumbing Procedures
Instructions for removing control valve and plumbing filter ports.
Filling the Tank with Media
Steps for adding water and bead media to the filter tank.
Electrical Connection
Connect 115VAC, 60Hz power to the air blower.
Initial Start-up and Maintenance
Initial Start-up Procedure
Steps for ensuring water flow, checking clamp, setting valve, and starting pump.
Filter Care and Maintenance
General advice for cleaning exterior, internal maintenance, and painting.
Safety Warnings During Service
Warnings about component inspection, valve checks, and servicing under pressure.
Cleaning Frequency and Backwash Procedure
Backwash Frequency Guidelines
Recommendations for backwashing new and operational filters.
Filter Backwash Procedure Steps
Detailed steps for backwashing using air blower and valve settings.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting Common Problems
Table of problems, causes, and remedies for water clarity, pressure, and cycles.
Troubleshooting (Continued)
Troubleshooting Additional Problems
Table of problems, causes, and remedies for media loss, leaks, and water quality.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Valve Assembly Diagram and Parts List
Diagram and table of replacement parts for the valve assembly and filter.