Bestway 58515, Owner'S Manual

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Cleaning the Strainer
1. Switch off the sand filter and set the Control
Valve to the Closed function.
2. Replace the Debris Screens with Stopper
Plugs to prevent water from escaping.
3. Remove the Strainer Cover by unscrewing it.
4. Take out the Strainer, remove any debris.
5. Put the Strainer back into position. Ensure
the hole in the strainer is aligned.
6. Ensure the Seal Ring is in place. Secure the Strainer Cover back.
7. Remove the Stopper Plugs and insert the Debris Screens.
NOTE:
The Strainer must be emptied and cleaned periodically. A
dirty or blocked strainer will reduce the performance of the sand filter.
Lowering or Draining Pool Water
1. Switch off the sand filter and set Control Valve to the Drain
function.
2. Detach the Hose from the pool’s Port A and sand filter Port A and
attach to Port D.
NOTE:
Remember to replace the Debris Screen with Stopper Plug
to prevent water from escaping.
3. Switch on the sand filter and press the “RESET” button to run the
filter and remove the pool water.
WARNING: DO NOT DRY RUN THE SAND FILTER.
Winterizing
In areas that have freezing winter temperatures, pool equipment
must be winterized to protect against damage. Allowing water to
freeze will damage the sand filter and void warranty.
1. Backwash the sand filter.
2. Drain the pool according to the pool owner’s manual.
3. Disconnect the two Hoses from the pool and the sand filter.
4. Completely pour the sand out of the tank and dry all components.
5. Store the sand filter in a dry location out of child’s reach.