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If the water level increases to engage the level switch and the feed water shuts off due to the
solenoid valve, the suction flow provided by the venturi is insufficient for proper operation. Check
the supply water flow and venturi operation.
If the water level in the tank is very low and air is being sucked into the feeder outlet tube, the
venturi suction flow is too great for proper operation. Check the supply water flow and reduce the
venturi suction flow.
For most applications the feeder should be operated at the maximum flow rate of 3.5 gpm. This
will allow the electronic controller to operate as designed to maintain the proper free chlorine
residual in the water. Follow the recommendations of the controller manufacturer for proper set
up and operation. At the 3.5 gpm flow rate, the feeder delivers 200 lbs. of available chlorine per
day. In some instances it may be desirable to reduce this output even when used in conjunction
with electronic controls. The feeder can be operated at a minimum of 2.0 gpm flow to produce a
maximum output of 95 lbs. of available chlorine per day.
If the water level rises in the solution tank causing the level switch to routinely shut off the feeder,
the inlet water flow is greater then the effluent flow to the venturi. First, verify that the inlet flow is
set to 3.5 gpm using the supplied flow meter when the chlorine feed solenoid valve is open
(water will be spraying into the upper tank). Second, verify that the venturi is extracting 3.5 to 4.5
gpm from the lower solution tank. This can be done in a simple fashion by temporarily installing a
flow meter between the feeder effluent and the venturi injector. Adjust the influent and effluent
flow as necessary. In some situations it may be desirable to adjust the float valve in the solution
tank using the bolt located on the float valve arm. For detailed instructions on adjusting the float,
contact your Vantage Representative.
6. Prior to filling feeder read First Aid, Precautionary Statements, Directions for Use and Storage
and Disposal directions on the Vantage Calcium Hypochlorite Tablet label.
FILLING THE FEEDER:
1. Remove feeder lid. Partially fill the feeder with Vantage Calcium Hypochlorite Tablets. Do not fill
the feeder completely for the first few days or until proper operation has been observed. Replace
feeder lid.
2.
DANGER:
Use only VANTAGE® Calcium Hypochlorite Tablets. Never add or use any
other type of chlorinating or brominating chemicals in this feeder.
Use of any other prod-
uct may lead to explosion or fire possibly leading to personal or bodily injury. Always
read and follow directions and precautionary statements on the calcium hypochlorite
tablet label.
3. Ensure that the feeder is operating properly by observing the water level in the tank. The water
level should remain relatively constant. The float valve controls the water level in the solution
tank by increasing and decreasing the suction flow from the venturi. Under normal operating con-
ditions this water level prevents air from being drawn into the pool. If the water level is low and
the venturi is drawing air into the system, check the supply water line for proper flow rate.
4. If the water level in the tank gets two high, the level switch will engage the inlet water solenoid
valve and stop all supply water to the feeder. Check the supply water flow for proper influent flow
rate and check the venturi for proper operation.
5. Manually test pool water and adjust the feeder and controller until the chlorine level stays
between 1.0 and 5.0 ppm.
