7
Valve Positions and Functions
IMPORTANT: Unplug the pump prior to changing the valve position on the filter.
Setting
Function
Filter
Water will flow through the sand to remove particles from the water.
Backwash
Reverses the flow through the filter to clean the sand.
Rinse
Used after backwashing to clear the valve of any residual debris.
Recirculate
Used during pool clean-up or chemical treatment to create water movement
without filtering the water through the sand.
Waste
Bypasses the filter to remove any large contaminants from the water. Ideal for
vacuuming.
Open
The lever will be between locking positions to keep the valve in an open
position. Used for winterization of the filter system.
Close
Restricts the flow of water. Ideal for maintenance and cleaning of strainer.
DO NOT RUN PUMP IN THIS POSITION.
WINTERIZATION
1) Unplug the pump from the outlet.
2) Plug the return and suction outlets to shut off water flow to the filter system.
3) Turn the valve to the OPEN position.
4) Remove the drain plug from the filter and pump to drain water from the system.
5) Remove the 7-Position Valve and allow it to drain.
6) Store the pump and valve in a dry area where temperatures do not go below freezing.
TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM
SUGGESTED REMEDIES
Pump Not Turning ON
1) Check GFI and reset if needed
2) Check main circuit breaker and reset if needed
3) Ensure plug is secure in outlet
Low Water Flow
1) Clean skimmer and pump strainer baskets
2) Check that suction and return lines are clear
3) Check if system is taking in air
4) Backwash filter
Pool Water is Not Clear
1) Check pool chemical balance
2) Ensure valve is positioned to FILTER
3) Operate filter for longer periods of time
4) Check flow and Backwash filter if needed
Air in System
1) Check seal at suction/intake port
2) Ensure water level is high enough
3) Loosen the Seal Ring of the Clear Cover briefly
to release trapped air
