connections with hose clamps or glue PVC pipe connections.
d. Backwash: Connect to “WASTE” using backwash hoses and clamps or glued PVC
pipe. Backwash hose, clamps or PVC pipe are available from your local
swimming pool retail professional.
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Filter system start up
1.
Cleaning the sand for Above Ground Pools
The swimming pool must be filled with water, according to the instructions of your pool
dealer. The water must flow towards the filter pump. Slightly open the pre-filter lid until
water flows from the pre-filter top (transparent cover with screw connection on the top of
the filter pump).
Release the shut off valve at the intake port (Skimmer) in the pool. If you plugged the
intake port (Skimmer), remove the plug to allow the water to flow into the intake hose.
With the filter-pump system installed in a level location lower than your pool’s water level
water will automatically flow into the pump-filter system. Allow the filter tank to fill with
water. Check for leaks and make any necessary adjustments to stop any leaks found.
It may be necessary to use “Teflon” tape, available at any plumbing or hardware store,
wrapped around the hose fittings threads, in order to stop leaks.
2. Start with the multi-position valve in position #5, Closed.
3. Follow the backwash process described below:
Turn off the Motor/Pump at the Power Source.
Attach backwash hose (not included) to backwash port.
Place the Multi-Port Valve in the “4 – Backwash” position.
Turn on the Pump
Run filter in BACKWASH mode until discharge water is clear.
Turn off the Motor/Pump at the Power Source.
Place the Multi-Port Valve in the “2 – RINSE” position.
Turn on the Pump.
Allow filter to run for 60 seconds to remove any remaining sand or debris residue
from pump and valve.
Turn off the Pump at the Power Source.
Place the Multi-Port Valve in the “1 – Filtration” position.
Turn on the Pump.
Your filtration system is running and ready for further operation
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Once the filter system has been properly assembled, the tank filled with #20 Pool Filter
Grade silica sand or CottonTails and the hoses connected as described, you may begin
fitration. If using Cotton Tails for the filtration media, follow the instructions received with
the Cotton Tails. However, we recommend that you first clean and prepare the new sand.
Cleaning the sand prior to filtering your pool will remove most of the dust and tiny sand
particles that may exist in the sand. If you move straight to filtering, these particles will end
up in your pool.To clean the sand, please follow the instructions below.
Do not turn on the system until advised to do so.
Note:Do not back wash on initial installation if filter media is Cotton Tails. Follow the use
instructions provided with Cotton Tails.
