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Before Installation be sure to read all instructions and
warnings carefully.
Refer to product dataplate(s) for additional operating instruc-
tion and specifications.
INSPECTION
Examine the equipment when received. Notify your dealer
or carrier of any damage or missing parts. Verify that equip-
ment is of size and model specified.
INSTALLATION LOCATION
Locate unit on a solid foundation as close to pool/spa as
possible. Give consideration to drainage--away from equip-
ment, ventilation, and access for future servicing and winter-
izing.
PUMP SELECTION
A full line of pool/spa pumps are available for installation
with these filters. For those installations where the equipment
will be placed above the water level, a self-priming pump should
be selected. Ask your dealer to determine the proper size
pump for your application. Consideration must be given to
pipe size and distance from pool or spa and friction losses of
associated equipment.
GENERAL PLUMBING
FOR SOLVENT WELD CONNECTIONS
Rigid or flexible PVC pipe can be used. Pipe ends should be
clean and free of any flask caused by the cutting operation.
Be sure that the proper adhesive is used on the type of pipe
specified.
Recommended Adhesives--These are examples only and are
not intended to restrict brands.
PVC-PVC Joint
Uni-Weld Pool-Tite 2000
Suregard Flex 20
IPS Weld-On 705
Note: A primer will assure that adhesive joints are superior.
Suregard P-3000 has a purple tracer to qualify in areas where
codes specify a primer must be used.
Caution: We recommend that you consider climatic condi-
tions when applying adhesives. Certain atmospheric situa-
tions, such as high moisture content, make the adhesive ac-
tion of certain glues less effective. Check the manufacturer's
instructions.
FOR THREADED CONNECTIONS
Use only Teflon tape or equivalent on threaded plumbing con-
nections. Other pipe compounds may damage threads.
PVC-ABS Joint
Uni-Weld Pool-Tite 2000
Suregard Well-All No. 5
IPS Weld-On 794
We do not recommend the use of silicone or petroleum based
compounds. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN-HAND TIGHTEN
PLUS 1/2 TURN IS SUFFICIENT.
FILTER PLUMBING
Your filter is provided with 1-1/2" NPT or 2" NPT threaded
inlet and outlet. When installing, look for the words PUMP
and RETURN molded into the filter body.
When the filter is located below water level, a valve should
be installed at both PUMP and RETURN. Shutting off both of
these valves will prevent loss of water during regular mainte-
nance.
FILTER START UP
1. Check to be sure assembly nut on filter is tight and lock
tabs engaged and drain valve closed. Open air relief.
2. Perform start up.
3. Close vent when droplets first appear. An excessive spray
of water may occur if venting is not done slowly.
WINTERIZING
Consult your dealer for advice on winterizing your equip-
ment if freezing temperatures occur in your locality. His knowl-
edge of your equipment makes him the best qualified source
of information. Follow his recommendations, and if these in-
clude draining the filter, proceed as follows:
1. Clean the filter element and store in dry area.
2. Drain system by removing drain plug.
WATER CHEMISTRY
A proper and consistant use of chemicals is necessary to
maintain clean, sanitary water, prevent a spread of germ in-
fection and control the growth of algae which can spoil the
appearance and enjoyment of your pool or spa.
Chlorine is the most commonly used chemical to provide
clean, sanitary water. Either dry or liquid chlorine (calcium or
sodium hypochlorite) can be used which should be added
daily as it is dissipated by dirt and germs as well as by the
sun and the wind.
It is also important that the correct level of acidity or alkalin-
ity of the pool water be maintained. This ps the pH of your
pool with pH 7.0 being neutral. Readings above pH 7.0 are
alkaline and readings below are acid. A desirable range is
7.2 to 7.4.
FILTER MAINTENANCE
Filter tank and contents should not require attention other
than cleaning filter element provided water is kept in continu-
ous chemical balance without heavy dosages of corrosive
chemicals.
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