Drain:
This function drains water from
the pool; another filter by pass setting,
water is pumped and deposited out of
Port D, instead of returning it to the
pool.
D
B
C
C
A
D
Backwash:
This function is used to
clean the sand bed; water is pumped
down through the Collector Hub,
upwards through the sand bed, and
deposited out of Port D.
B
C
C
A
Circulate:
This function circulates
pool water by passing the sand filter;
use this function if the filter is broken
to collect debris in the Debris Screens.
D
B
C
C
A
D
Rinse:
This function for initial startup,
cleaning, and sand bed leveling after
Backwash; water is pumped
downwards through the sand bed, up
through the Collector Hub and
deposited out of the valve Port D.
B
C
C
A
NOTE:
• Be sure all provisions for wastewater disposal meet applicable local, state
or national codes. Do not discharge water where it will cause flooding or
damage.
• When the Control Valve is set to the Backwash, Rinse, or Drain position,
water will discharge from Port D on the Control Valve.
• Do not switch on or operate the sand filter with the Control Valve set to the
Closed function or it will seriously damage the sand filter.
• Do not set the Control Valve between two functions, or it will lead to leaking.
• To avoid water leakage, screw the Port D Cap onto the Control Valve Port D
before operating the sand filter.
AIR RELEASE
Press down the control valve handle and wait untill the water flow from
Port D to release the air.
NOTE:
It is important to repeat this operation every time you start the
pump after winterizing, maintenance and backwashing the sand bed.
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