Speedclean Eco 30
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Do:
Be aware and make note of the filter pressure when the sand is clean. Backwash when you see an
increase of 0.3 to 0.6 bar on the pressure gauge.
Backwash long enough to get the job done right. Let the system backwash until the water exiting the
waste line is clear. Note that backwashing can remove 200 to 1100 liters of water from your pool so pay
attention. Also, be aware of local codes regarding pool water disposal as some communities outlaw drai-
nage.
Protect bottom strainer while replacing or adding sand. Fill the tank with approx. 20cm of water and co-
ver the water chamber to avoid getting sand inside.
Don‘t:
Move valve handle while the pump is running. It will damage the valve and possibly other equipment as
well.
Backwash excessively. Sand filters operate more efficiently during mid-cycle. Some level of debris in
the sand bed actually helps filtration and makes the filter more effective. Too much backwashing will
reduce efficiency.
Vacuum the pool in backwash mode. You can plug up the strainer at the bottom of the filter which will
result in inefficient operation. Plus you may have to remove all of the sand to get it unclogged.
6.1
Operation of the 3-way Valve
The 3-way Valve is designed to give the required flow rate for each action that is described above. Always make
sure the power source to the filter is unplugged before changing valve positions. To change valve positions, press
down firmly on the valve lever and rotate to the desired setting.
6.2 Filtration
Time
The water contained in the swimming pool should be circulated through the pump at least 3-5 times in a 24-hour
period, depending on the load on the system and its size. The time required depends on the capacity of the filtra-
tion system and the size of the swimming pool. We recommend a minimum operating time of 12 hours per day. If
the pool is used intensively or the water is unusually dirty, the operating time should be increased. Using a simple,
commercially available mechanical timer or filter controls, the filtration times can be programmed in advance at
various intervals.
6.3 Filtration
The polluting agents from the re-circulated water are retained in the filter bed in the filter container. Adding proper
flocculants by hand improves filtration considerably and reduces the need for treating agents. In addition to the
mechanical effects of the filter, so-called physiochemical processes performed by the flocculent in the filter bed
also play a role in the purification capacity of your filtration system.
Never use the valve lever as a handle to carry or lift the filter.
6.4 Start
Up
Once the filter system has been properly assembled, the sand chamber filled with sand and the hoses connected
as described above, you may begin with filtration. However, we recommend that you clean and prepare the new
sand that is in the sand chamber first. Cleaning the sand prior to filtering your pool will remove most of the dust
and tiny sand particles that may exist in the sand. If you move straight to filtering, these particles will end up in
your pool. To clean the sand, please follow the instructions below.
CAUTION
IMPORTANT DO & DONT‘S
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