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1 .The filter system should be installed, not more than 6 feet above pool water level, on a concrete slab, very firm ground, or equivalent, as
recommended by your pool dealer.
2. Position the filter so that the piping connections, control valve and winter drain are convenient and accessible for operation, service, and
winterizing.
3. Ensure that the compliance label is facing the front to allow easy identification in the case of service difficulties.
4. The following tools will be needed for the installation of your filtration system; screwdriver, wrenches, Pipe sealant will also be needed
for plastic adapters.
1. Assemble the pump to mounting base.
2. Install laterals and center pipe in filter tank.
3. Place filter tank onto mounting base.
4. Cover opening in internal pipe to prevent sand from entering. Be certain that pipe is securely in place.
5.
Fill filter tank approximately ½ way with water to cushion
the filter sand as it is poured into the filter tank.
NOTE:
Prior to filling filter with sand, check to insure that laterals are in the down position.
6. Carefully pour in the correct amount of sand. (make certain that the center pipe remains centered). The top of the sand should come
within 6” of the top of the filter tank.
7. Assemble filter control valve to top of filter tank.
8. Loosely pre-assemble both halves of the clamp with one screw and nut, turning nut 2-3 turns. Do not tighten.
9. Insert filter control valve (with flange clamp and O-ring in place) onto the tank neck. Make certain that the center pipe slips into the hole
in the bottom of the valve. Install clamp around tank and valve flange and assemble second screw and nut Tighten just enough so that the
valve can be rotated on the tank for final positioning.
10. Wrap Teflon tape on the pressure gauge threads and insert into the tapped hole on the valve body. Do not over tighten.
11. Connect pump to control valve opening marked PUMP. After connections are made, tighten valve flange clamp with screwdriver.
12. Make return to pool pipe connection to control valve opening marked RETURN and complete other necessary plumbing connections,
suction lines to pump, waste, etc.
13. Make electrical connections to pump.
PREPARATION BEFORE INSTALLATION
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