Preparing The Pool; Dedicated Return Line; Tools Needed For Installation - Hayward Phantom 6000 Owner's Manual

The Phantom cleaner should not be used to clean the
pool for spring start-up until the following steps
have been taken:
1 . Clear the pool of any objects that might interfere with the
c l e a n e r 's operat i o n .
2 . Check to see that the water is at the recommended level.
3 . Check the water chemistry. The water should be properly
balanced (ph level) and the pool free from algae.
N o t e : Algae can adversely affect the operation and
p e r formance of the cleaner.
4 . Clean or backwash the filtration system without the
Phantom cleaner in the pool.
Caution - Risk of Equipment Damage.
A lw ays disconnect the Phantom Cleaner and hoses form the
Universal Wall Fitting and remove from pool before backwashing
or cleaning the filtration system. Failure to do so can damage the
Booster Pump and Cleaner.
5 . Clean the filtration system pump's strainer basket
N o t e : After installing the Phantom cleaner, clean the
f i l t r ation system at regular intervals according to individual
pool conditions.
New Pool Construction
1 . Brush newly constructed pool surface and manually
vacuum new surface debris before installing the
Phantom.
Sand (dense debris)
Always empty the Phantom bag when sand
(or heavy debris) effects the cl e a n e r 's stability
Pools with excessive amounts of sand should be manually
vacuumed before installing the Phantom.
Use Only Genuine Hayward Replacement Parts.

Preparing the Pool

Dedicated Booster Pump Return Line
The cleaner is designed to connect to a 1-1/2 inch dedicat e d
return line that is at least 6 inches below the normal water level
with 1-1/2 inch female threads. If the dedicated return line has
3/4 inch female threads, you will need to purchase a 1-1/2 inch
NPTF x 3/4 inch NPTM adap t e r.

Tools Needed for Installation

• F l at blade screwdriver for adjusting the Regulator on the
Wall Quick Connect.
• R i gid Pressure Hose Measuring Tape
(included in Bag #1).
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