PUMP SELECTION AND LOCATION
To power your filter, select a continuous duty pump designed
for swimming pool or spa service.
It is important to first determine where your pump and filter will
be located. If above the water line, a self-priming pump must
be used. Self-priming pumps (
such as Hayward Super Pump
®
,
Super II™ or Max-Flo™) have the ability to lift water from a
lower level and prime automatically.
Select a pump with an average output range suitable for the filter's
capacity. Other considerations are operation of hydrotherapy
fittings, automatic cleaners, etc. Your dealer will help you
select the proper size pump for your system.
FILTER LOCATION
Since plumbing fittings offer a resistance to water flow,
position the filter as close to the swimming pool as practical.
Keep the number of fittings to a minimum. Select a
well-drained area, one that will not flood when it rains.
The filter should be placed on a
level concrete slab, very
firm ground, or equivalent, as recommended by your pool
dealer. Allow a top clearance for cartridge removal of 18
”
(457 mm) for C2000, C3000 and C4000, 22
”
(559 mm) for
C5000. Be sure filter, pump, drain and pressure gauge are
accessible for convenient operation.
Position filter so the tank can drain by gravity.
If practical, place pump and filter in the shade to shield it
from continuous, direct heat from the sun.
PLUMBING
Use 1-1/2
”
or 2
”
piping. Connections are 1-1/2
”
socket
(solvent weld) or 2
”
male slip. We suggest unions be
provided for easy servicing.
Refer to the diagram for typical installation. Ball valves are
recommended where needed. While all systems vary, the
main consideration is to provide the desired control of
water flow from the pool to the pump and filter and back to
the pool. When the filter is located below the water level,
provide valves to prevent back flow of water to the filter
during cleaning and routine servicing.
Connect the pool suction plumbing between the skimmer,
pool outlet, etc., and the pump.
Install the pool return plumbing.
If pressure gauge is not installed, apply Teflon tape to the
gauge threads, and
carefully screw the gauge into the
gauge adapter assembly.
A filter drain plug is furnished with each filter and is all that
is needed for complete filter draining. A manual air vent
valve is furnished to aid in bleeding off unwanted air when
starting the filter. The auto air relief provides air removal
during operation.
All electrical connections should be made in accordance
with local codes.
Check for joint leaks before operating.
Refer to pump instruction booklet for pump information.
NOTE: ANSI/NSPI-4 Article V, standard for above-ground and
on-ground pools, advises that components such as the
filtration system, pumps and heater be positioned so as to
prevent their being used as a means of access to the pool by
young children.
BEFORE STARTING THE FILTER
Superchlorinate the pool water by adding unstabilized granular
or liquid chlorine. Stabilized forms of chlorine are recommended
for normal daily use after the initial clean up of the water.
Follow chemical manufacturer’s recommendations for
superchlorination and daily use.
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OWNER’S GUIDE
MODELS C2000, C3000, C4000, C5000
Hayward Super Star-Clear filters are high performance swimming pool filters with filtration ratings to 9000
gallons (34 KL) per hour. Manufactured from durable, corrosion-proof materials, they are designed for
continuous or intermittent operation, for installation above or below the pool water line, for fresh or salt water
swimming pools or spas. Star-Clear filters utilize multiple reusable, reinforced polyester filter cartridge
elements to provide a high degree of water clarity and long filter cycles with absolute minimum care.
31-3/4
”
(807 mm)
36-1/2
”
(927 mm)
42-1/2
”
(1080 mm)
48-1/2
”
(1232 mm)
C2000
C3000
C4000
C5000
