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Rev: 01/18/2021
Performing a Quick Start
Once initial preparation is completed, the unit is ready to be started. For start-up to work properly, shut down all auxiliary
equipment (including pumps). Place the unit into idle by turning the switch on the PowerBump Control Panel to the left
(OFF).
Loading Media into the System (Precoat Process)
– Vacuum Transfer
Refer to the schematic found in
NOTE
While loading media, it is recommended to wear safety glasses and a dust mask. Perlite is non-hazardous but a fine powder that could
cause irritation.
NOTE
The filter vessel must be fully drained prior to beginning this process.
1.
Ensure the system is OFF and the pump is ready to run
2.
Close pump discharge throttling valve F7
3.
Open vacuum drain valve V7 to drain any water in the vacuum transfer piping.
4.
Close vacuum drain valve V7.
5.
Open vacuum transfer valve V6 and vacuum hose valve V8.
6.
Verify tank drain valve V9 is closed.
7.
Turn vacuum on and vacuum 17 lb. (7.7 kg) of perlite media into the filter tank.
8.
Turn vacuum off.
9.
Close vacuum hose valve V8 and vacuum transfer valve V6.
10. Open the 0.75 inch precoat vent line valve F6 and 1.5 inch vacuum drain line valve V7.
11. Open pump discharge throttling valve F7 and purge the air from the system.
NOTE
If the filter is below grade, it starts to fill automatically. If the filter is above grade, start the pump manually. As the tank is filling, air is
escaping from both the 1.5 inch vacuum drain valve and the 3/4 inch precoat vent line valve F6.
12. As soon as a steady stream of water exits this line, close the vacuum drain valve V7 and close the precoat vent line
valve F6.
13. Turn the switch on the PowerBump Control Panel to the right (ON) to run the pump and start the
precoat/regeneration process.
After 5 seconds the precoat valve V5 opens to start the precoat/regeneration process. After 10 minutes, the effluent valve
V1 will open. The precoat valve V5 will close 15 seconds later. The system is now in Filter Mode.
14. After initial precoat is completed, press the Bump button. This ensures an even precoat and only needs to be done
after loading media.
NOTE
On initial filter start-up, drain and recharge the media as soon as the pool water is clear. This will rid the filter of construction debris and
contaminants. If the pool make-up water is extremely dirty, additional draining and media recharge might be required.
