Troubleshooting Guide - Polygroup RP TYPE Owner's Manual

7 POOL WATER CARE
A. The following items are required and readily available from your local pool supply store:
. TEST KIT - Used to check chlorine and pH levels.
. 1" CHLORINE TABLETS - Used to disinfect pool water and help control the growth of algae.
. pH CONTROL CHEMICALS - Used to adjust pH levels Up (Soda Ash) or Down (Acid).
. ALGAECIDES - Used to eliminate algae.
. SUPERCHLORINATOR - Used to destroy combined chlorine, ammonia, nitrogen, and organic compounds.
. LEAF NET with handle - Used to remove leaves, trash, insects, etc. from pool.
. CHLORINE DISPENSER (Supplied with Filter) - Used to dispense 1" chlorine tablets ONLY.
B. Use test kit daily to check pH and chlorine levels. Adjust accordingly using the required chemicals.
NOTE:
Excessive levels of chlorine or low pH levels will damage pool liner.
C. The pool can be cleaned using a garden hose powered vacuum from Polygroup or a pool supply store.
D. Using a foot bath near the pool to wash off your feet prior to entering the pool will assist in keeping the pool
clean.
E. Well water often presents special problems with water chemistry. If you must use well water, take a sample to
your local pool chemical supplier for analysis before adding ANY chemicals.
F. Use the gallons for your pool to calculate the amount of chemicals you will need to correct the pool water based
on the gallons of water in your pool.
NOTE:
It is recommended to use a 5 gallon bucket of water to mix and dissolve your chemicals and then
applying directly to the pool water. Follow manufacturers label directions on all chemicals.
*Most pool supply stores will test your pool water for free and advise you of what chemicals you need, and the
correct amount to use for your pool. You will need to tell them the pool capacity in gallons.
G. IMPORTANT - We cannot over-stress the importance of proper and adequate daily chemical treatment. Chlorine
and pH levels must be maintained at all times. PUMP AND FILTER ALONE WILL NOT PREVENT ALGAE FROM
GROWING IN POOL WATER; THIS CAN ONLY BE DONE BY MAINTAINING PROPER CHLORINE AND pH
LEVELS AT ALL TIMES.
. Maintain pH level between 7.3 and 7.8.
. Maintain chlorine level between 1.0 and 1.6 ppm (parts per million).
. Superchlorinate your pool at least every other week.
NOTE:
A. Hot weather/heavy use may require pH and chlorine levels to be maintained on the upper side of the scale and
superchlorination of the pool every week.
B. Using a pool cover and/or solar cover will assist in maintaining your pH and chlorine levels by reducing the
amount of evaporation from your pool.
CAUTION -
Concentrated chlorine levels and low pH levels will damage pool.
CAUTION -
You must follow the instructions for the pool chemicals you use, as to quantity and recom
mended usage.
NEVER drop lumps or pellets of chemicals in pool; this may present a hazard to swimmers and/or damage your liner.
Should you encounter any problems, contact the Customer Service at (888) 919-0070.
Extended operating days and hours during peak season requirements.
8 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL CORD BEFORE TROUBLESHOOTING FILTER
SYMPTOM PROBLEM
1 Motor fails to start or A Unit Not Plugged In
B GFCI Breaker Tripped
kicks on and off.
C Low Voltage
2 No flow or low flow A Low Water Level
through return hose
B Inlet / Discharge Clogged
C Filter Dirty
3 Filter is not cleaning pool A Chlorine Level
(water cloudy, green, etc.) B Filter Dirty
C pH Level
D Cartridge Damaged
E Low Water Flow
F Other Chemicals Required
G Pool Water Very Dirty
4 Water Leakage A Suction Hose / Return Hose
B Vent Screw in Seal Top
C Seal Top Retainer/Seal Top
D Pump to Volute Housing
E Volute Housing to Filter
PROBLEMS: Should you encounter any problems, contact the Customer Service at (888) 919-0070 .
Extended operating days and hours during peak season requirements.
9 POWER FILTER DISASSEMBLY AND STORAGE
A. First, unplug the Power Filter. Now remove the RF Diverter Fitting (30) and the RF Locking Ring (31) from the
Return Fitting (RF) and then plug the Return Fitting (25) with the RF Plug (21). Now thread the Water Cap (20)
onto the Suction Fitting (16) and hand tighten it only!
B. Slowly unscrew the Vent Screw (11) from the Seal Top (9) allowing the filter system to depressurize.
C. Remove the Seal Top Retainer (10) by turning counter-clockwise to unscrew. Remove the Seal Top (9).
Remove the Filter Cartridge (15) and remove any chlorine tablets left inside the core section of the filter.
D. Loosen all four Hose Clamps (14), remove the Suction and Return Hoses (12, 13) and allow water to drain out.
E. Clean and dry all filter pump parts including filter cartridges.
F. Liberally lubricate the O-rings (22), at the Seal Top (9) and (23) on the Vent Screw (11), with petroleum jelly, and
then reassemble it along with the Seal Top (9), Seal Top Retainer (10), Vent Screw (11) onto the Filter Case (8).
Store all filter parts carefully.
Should you encounter any problems, contact the Customer Service at (888) 919-0070.
Extended operating days and hours during peak season requirements.
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POSSIBLE SOLUTION
A Unit must be plugged into a 3-wire grounded outlet with a GFCI type circuit breaker.
B Reset circuit breaker. If problem persists, have an electrician check circuit.
C Check line voltage - must be 105 to 125 AC volts.
A Water depth must be no more than 2" from the bottom of inflatable ring or it
must cover the intake by at least 4" .
B Check for obstructions at suction fitting and in return hose.
C Clean (see page #6) or replace cartridge. Spare cartridges make service more convenient.
A Maintain chlorine level between 1.0 and 1.6 ppm
B Clean (see page #5) or replace cartridge. Spare cartridges make service more convenient.
C Maintain pH Level between 7.3 and 7.8.
D Check cartridge for damage and/or holes. Replace if damaged.
E Check for obstructions at suction fitting and in return hose fitting.
F Have water tested at pool supply store. It may be necessary to add other chemicals
due to varying water quality in different localities.
G Run pump more often, but never when pool is in use. Clean filter more often.
A Adjust hose clamp (14) on cuff. Check O-ring (24) and retighten. Check hose for
any holes or cracks. Replace if needed. See page #3.
B Check O-ring (23) for damage. Replace if needed. Lubricate with petroleum jelly.
C Check O-ring (22) for damage. Replace if needed. Lubricate with petroleum jelly.
D Tighten screws.
E Check Volute Housing O-Ring for damage.
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