Page 8
ENGLISH
Jandy
®
Commercial Horizontal Sand Filter | Installation & Operation Manual
2.7 Equipment Location
WARNING
Water discharged from an improperly positioned filter or valve can
create an electrical hazard which can cause death, serious injury or
property damage.
WARNING
Use equipment only in a pool installation. Do not connect system
to an unregulated city water system or other external source of
pressurized water producing pressures greater than 35 PSI.
All pool water recirculation system components need
to be installed in accordance with the standards and
instructions in effect in your county or municipality.
2.7.1 Equipment Pad
The filter along with the other primary components
of your pool water recirculation system should
be installed on a level, prepared footing, which is
capable of supporting the weight of the filter and
which will accommodate the use of anchoring
bolts to secure the equipment in place. Check local
building codes for any additional requirements.
If possible the equipment pad area should be:
• Dry
• Well ventilated
• Supplied with sufficient drainage
• Out of direct sunlight
• Located away from eaves or overhangs where rain
gutters are not installed
• Away from overhanging trees or other foliage that
may produce debris of any kind that could clog,
block or otherwise disrupt the regular operation
and maintenance of the equipment
• As close to the primary body of water as possible.
Additional pipe length reduces efficiency due to
pipe friction
2.7.2 Filter Location Requirements
• Consult an architectural and/or engineering
installation drawing for proper plumbing and
electrical component installation configuration.
• Use a chalk line to help set the tank anchors for
planning and dimensional drawings.
• Proper tank alignment and a level floor surface
are critical to assure proper installation and the
warranty.
• It is recommended that all codes and regulations
related to plumbing and electrical equipment
installation be observed.
• Per the requirements of local codes and Authority
Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), the filter must be
installed on a firm, solid, non-absorbent level
surface.
• Some filter systems can weigh up to
8,000 lbs. Use a suitable rated mounting surface
materials to avoid risk of settlement, and never
use sand to level the filter as the sand will wash
away.
• If the filter needs to be located above the water
level of the pool, it can be raised 2.5 ft. without
affecting the pump efficiency.
• Check valves are recommended on the suction
line to the pump.
• If the filter is to be installed below the water level
of the pool, isolation valves should be installed on
both the suction and return lines to prevent back
flow of pool water during any routine servicing
that may be required.
• Check local building codes for additional
requirements.
• On the equipment pad, the filter should be
positioned so that it is:
• At least 6 inches away from walls and/or
landscaping to allow for servicing.
• Not located below any eves, overhangs,
coverings or landscaping that might prevent
or impede the removal of the filter lid and/
or the proper servicing or replacement of the
internal components.
• At least 5 feet away from any electrical
controls or inputs.
• In line, as best as possible, with other
equipment in order to minimize turns in
plumbing which can result in diminished
efficiency.
