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Commissioning Filter
Refer to “operating instructions” below for
safety warning
and
multiport valve
control
prior to the filter start-up. The pool should be slightly overfilled and the filter
backwashed and then run on RINSE to prevent dust and fine particles in the media
bed returning to the pool.
1. Backwash the filter for up to 2 to 3 minutes, then stop the pump.
2. Position the valve handle to “RINSE”.
3. Start the pump and run until the water in the valve sight glass becomes clear.
4. Stop the pump and position the valve handle to “FILTER”.
5. Start the pump. The Filter is now in filtration mode.
6. To determine the correct operating conditions, check the pressure gauge
reading is 80kPa or below. Record the clean operating pressure of your filter.
Operating Instructions
WARNING - FILTER OPERATES UNDER HIGH PRESSURE
•
Ensure all lids / closures / clamps are correctly secured before
operating system.
•
Never adjust clamps or change valve settings with the system
under pressure.
•
Relieve all pressure from system before working on filter.
Multiport Valve Control
The flow of water through the filter is controlled by the multiport valve on the top
of the filter tank. The handle on top of the valve can be moved to any one of six
positions, which have the following functions:
Valve Position
Function
FILTER
Normal filtration and vacuuming through filter.
BACKWASH
Clean the filter.
RINSE
Used on initial filter start-up and after backwash to
prevent dirt in the sand returning to the pool.
WASTE
By-passes the filter; used for vacuuming to waste, or
draining the pool.
RECIRCULATE
By-passes the filter to circulating water to the pool or to
boost spa jets.
CLOSED
Shuts off all flow to the filter. Do not run pump.
CAUTION:
Never shift the valve handle position while the pump is running.
