SFG SERIES TOP MOUNT FIBREGLASS MEDIA FILTER INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
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IMPORTANT WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT WARNINGS
This manual contains important information about the installation, operation and safe use of this
product. This information should be given to the owner and/or operator of this equipment. When
installing and using this equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed. Failure
to follow safety warnings and instructions in this manual can result in serious injury and/or
damage to your equipment. Read and follow all warning notices and instructions which are
included in this manual.
Pool and Spa water circulation systems operate under hazardous pressure during start up, normal
operation, and after pump shut off. Stand clear of circulation system equipment during pump start-up.
Failure to follow safety and operation instructions could result in violent separation of the pump housing
and cover, and/or filter housing and clamp due to pressure in the system, which could cause property
damage, severe personal injury, or death.
Before servicing pool and spa water circulation systems, all system and pump controls must be in the
off position and filter manual relief valve must be in open position. Before starting system pump, all
system valves must be set in a position that allows system water to return back to the pool.
DO NOT CHANGE FILTER CONTROL VALVE POSITION WHILST SYSTEM PUMP IS OPERATING.
Before starting system pump, fully open filter manual air relief valve.
Do not close filter manual air relief valve until a steady stream of water (not air) is discharged.
Cleaning the media filter by BACKWASHING and RINSING is essential to providing clean, safe and
healthy swimming water.
To reduce the risk of injury,
DO NOT
permit young children to use this product unless they have
been trained by the person responsible for their safety and they acknowledge their ability to use
such equipment. To reduce the risk of accidents or incidents, service on the unit should only be
performed by your local pool Professional.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY AND / OR DEATH.
CAREFUL REMINDERS
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It is recommended that installation of all equipment is complete by a suitably qualified pool
professional who will ensure your products are installed to your local standards / codes to ensure
optimum safety and performance.
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All components of the filtration system including Pumps, Filters, Heaters must be positioned so
to prevent being used as means of access to the pool by young children. To reduce risk of injury,
do not permit children to use or climb on this product. Closely supervise children at all times.
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Make sure all wiring connections are clean and that all wiring and electrical equipment is in good
condition. Damaged wiring must be repaired or replaced by a qualified electrician as soon as
damage is discovered
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Do not add chemicals directly to the pool skimmer. Adding undiluted chemicals may damage
pump, heater, etc and void warranty
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Pump suction is hazardous and can cause entrapment, drowning or disembowel bathers
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Do not block or cover any pool/spa suction
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Do not use or operate swimming pools, spas or spa baths if a suction cover is broken, missing or
loose
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Suction covers and inlets must be installed as per Australian Standards guideline and provided
for every pump to avoid suction entrapment
