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Did you read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUC-
TIONS? If not, READ THEM NOW. They contain very
important safety information related to the installation of
your filter. Familiarize yourself with the installation
sequences by reading these instructions first. AVOID
SHORTCUTS that may result in reworking the installa-
tion.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
The pool must be properly erected per your pool
assembly and installation instructions before installing
the filter. Install the surface skimmer and return fitting.
Before completing the filling of the pool to the water
level indicator marks on the skimmer face plate, the filter
and pump should be installed with all connections
secured tightly.
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Flat head screwdriver
• Crescent wrench
• Measuring tape
• Carpenters level
• Flat nose shovel
• Rags
• 5/16" Nutdriver (optional)
The following tools are for Models GEN 240 only:
• Hack saw
• File
MATERIALS REQUIRED
• Nine 12" x 12" patio blocks (All filters)
• Waste hose 1-1/2" inside diameter
• 1-1/2" Hose clamp (Model GEN 180 only)
The following material are for Models GEN 240
only:
• 1-1/2" Schedule 40 PVC pipe
NOTE: Quantity depends on length of pipe
runs desired.
• 10 to 12 1-1/2" 90 degree socket PVC elbows
• PVC pipe primer
• ABS to PVC solvent cement with applicator
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION LOCATION
Install your filter and pump and any other related
components at least 4 feet from the pool to prevent their
being used as a means of access to the pool by young
children. Patio blocks provide firm support and keeps
standing water and weeds away from electrical parts.
DO NOT install your filter and pump directly on the
ground surface. Settling and stressing circulation lines
may occur during wet seasons. Position patio blocks as
illustrated in the following, using a shovel and
carpenter’s level to level ground before placing the
blocks.
POSITIONING FILTER/PUMP
Position filter and pump on pad as shown in Fig. 1.
Suction and return lines should be partially buried to
prevent accidental tripping that could cause personal
injury or damage to the filter system. Starting at least
12" from the pool wall, make two 3-4" deep trenches,
one from the pool skimmer to the front of pump and the
other from the pool return fitting to the filter/valve port
marked "RETURN".
Be sure the hoses are routed so that water flow through
them is not restricted.
POSITION FILTER ON BASE
Position filter in the base with the valve port labeled
“PUMP” pointing towards the pump discharge.
INSTALL PUMP DISCHARGE HOSE
The pump discharge hose is provided with a hose
barbed fitting and a 1-1/2" pipe socket fitting. Install the
hose barbed fitting to the pump discharge per the pump
instructions and discard the socket fitting unless your
option is to hard plumb this connection with PVC pipe.
(Refer to “Option for hard plumbing”). Slip a hose
clamp over each end of hose prior to installing. Push
each hose end fully onto the valve port label “PUMP”,
then tighten clamps firmly using a flat head screwdriver
or 5/16" nutdriver.
TO TOP PUMP PORT (DISCHARGE)
PUMP DISCHARGE INSTALLATION
(HOSE CONNECTION)
TO FILTER/VALVE PUMP PORT
FILTER
RETURN
PUMP
4 FT.
SKIMMER
TO WASTE
