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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL CORD BEFORE TROUBLESHOOTING FILTER
DISASSEMBLY AND STORAGE
1. GENERAL INFORMATION:
Pool must be stored if temperatures are expected to fall below 40°F.
A. All parts should be cleaned with a mild soap and lukewarm water only - DO NOT use detergent or hot water.
B. Make sure all parts are dry before storing to help prevent mildew from forming.
C. Store all parts in a dry heated area where temperatures do not go below 40° F or above 125° F.
D. Failure to follow the proper storage instructions could cause damage to pool parts and void warranty.
E. YOU MUST FOLLOW THE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS TO REASSEMBLE YOUR POOL NEXT
SEASON. Pool site must be cleared and leveled.
2. POWER FILTER:
A. First, unplug the Power Filter. Now remove both of the Wall Fitting Strainers (19), and then plug both of the
Pool Wall Fittings (16) with the two Wall Fitting Plugs (20).
B. Slowly unscrew the Vent Screw (11) from the Seal Top (9) allowing the filter system to depressurize.
C. Remove the Seal Top Retainer (10) by turning counter-clockwise to unscrew. Remove the Seal Top (9).
Remove the Filter Cartridge (15) and remove any chlorine tablets left inside the core section of the filter.
D. Loosen all four Hose Clamps (14), remove the Intake and Return Hoses (12, 13) and allow water to drain
out.
E. Clean and dry all filter pump parts including filter cartridges.
F. Liberally lubricate the O-rings (22), on the Seal Top (9) and (23) on the Vent Screw (11), with petroleum
jelly, and then reassemble it along with the Seal Top (9), Seal Top Retainer (10), Vent Screw (11) onto the
Filter Case (8). Store all filter parts carefully.
SYMPTOM
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
1
Motor fails to start or
A
Unit Not Plugged In
A
Unit must be plugged into a 3-wire grounded outlet with a GFCI type circuit breaker.
kicks on and off.
B
GFCI Breaker Tripped
B
Reset circuit breaker. If problem persists, have an electrician check circuit.
C
Low Voltage
C
Check line voltage - must be 105 to 125 AC volts.
D
Rotor Jammed
D
See the “Rotor Service” diagram in the assembly view of the Filter/Pump unit, page #5.
2
No flow or low flow
A
Low Water Level
A
Water depth must be no more than 2” from the bottom of inflatable ring or it
through return hose
must cover the intake by at least 4”.
B
Inlet / Discharge Clogged
B
Check for obstructions at intake fitting and in return hose.
C
Filter Dirty
C
Clean (see page #7) or replace cartridge. Spare cartridges make service more convenient.
D
Rotor Jammed
D
See the “Rotor Service” diagram in the assembly view of the Filter/Pump unit, page #5.
3
Filter is not cleaning pool
A
Chlorine Level
A
Maintain chlorine level between 1.0 and 1.6 ppm
(water cloudy, green, etc.)
B
Filter Dirty
B
Clean (see page #7) or replace cartridge. Spare cartridges make service more convienent.
C
pH Level
C
Maintain pH Level between 7.3 and 7.8.
D
Cartridge Damaged
D
Check cartridge for damage and/or holes. Replace if damaged.
E
Low Water Flow
E
Check for obstructions at intake fitting and in return hose fitting.
F
Other Chemicals Required
F
Have water tested at pool supply store. It may be necessary to add other chemicals
due to varying water quality in different localities.
G
Pool Water Very Dirty
G
Run pump more often, but never when pool is in use. Clean filter more often.
4
Water Leakage
A
Intake Hose / Return Hose
A
Adjust hose clamp (14) on cuff, check O-ring (24) and retighten. Check hose for any
(4) connection points
holes or cracks. Replace items if needed. Lubricate with petroleum jelly. See page #5.
B
Vent Screw in Seal Top
B
Check O-ring (23) for damage. Replace if needed. Lubricate with petroleum jelly.
C
Seal Top Retainer/Seal Top
C
Check O-ring (22) for damage. Replace if needed. Lubricate with petroleum jelly.
D
Pump to Volute Housing
D
Tighten screws (6). Check Pump Gasket (3) for damage. Replace if needed. See page #5.
E
Volute Housing to Filter
E
Check Volute Housing O-Ring (3) for damage. Replace if needed. See page #5.
PROBLEMS: Call GFP Corp. Parts Dept. at 1-800-813-0206 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Mon. thru Fri. Eastern Standard Time.