7
12.
Next thread a Hose Adapter into each Twist-Connect Elbow. Hand tighten the Hose Adapter until the “O”
Ring seals with the elbow. Do not over tighten.
Hose Adapter
Ensure “O” Rng
is in place
13.
Block the skimmer and inlet fitting to the pool so that water does not rush out.
You are now ready to
attach the hoses that connect the ecoSAVER panel to the filter system and the pool (see # 2 and 3 below).
The hoses are not supplied and may be purchased at your local pool dealer.
14.
If you are using standard ribbed above ground pool hose place a stainless steel clamp over the (2) hoses
you will be using – (1) from the filter to the solar panel and (1) from the solar panel to the pool inlet (see
#2 and #3 below). Connect the hoses on to the Hose Adapters on the panel and tighten the clamps. Do
not over-tighten.
15.
Put a clamp on the hose that will attach to the filter. Put the hose on the filter outlet fitting and tighten
the clamp. Do not over tighten.
16.
Put a clamp on the hose that will connect to the pool inlet. Put the hose on the inlet fitting and tighten
the clamp. Do not over tighten.
Unblock the pool skimmer and inlet fitting
.
17.
Turn on the pool filter and check to make sure all connections are watertight. You are ready to heat your
pool water.
18.
If you are planning to use schedule 40 plumbing pipe you will not use the Hose Adapters provided in the
hardware kit.
You will need to purchase schedule 40 plumbing adapters from your dealer. The basic
points of connection and flow of water remain the same. Schedule 40 plumbing pipe and fittings are
simply replacing the above ground hose and fittings.
Your pool dealer will advise you on these items for this installation.
