SECTION 3. Installation Instructions
3.1 Filter Location
1. Select a well-drained area, one that does not flood
when it rains. Damp, non-ventilated areas should be
avoided.
2. Provide solid mounting for the filter. Install the filter
on a concrete slab or solid concrete blocks to avoid risk
of settlement. Do not use sand to level the filter as the
sand will wash away. Filters, once loaded with media,
can weigh up to 800 lbs.
3. Install electrical controls at least five (5) feet from the
filter. This will allow enough room to stand away from
the filter during start-up.
4. Allow sufficient clearance around the filter to permit
a visual inspection of the clamp ring (see Fig. 3).
5. Allow sufficient space above the filter to remove the
filter lid for cleaning and servicing.
6. Position the filter to safely direct water drainage.
Align the air release valve to safely direct pressurized
purged air or water.
7. If the filter needs to be located above the water level
of the pool, it can be raised 2.5 ft. without affecting
the pump efficiency. A check valve is recommended
on the suction line to the pump.
8. If the filter is to be installed below the water level of
the pool, isolation valves should be installed on both
the suction and return lines to prevent back flow of
pool water during any routine servicing that may be
required.
3.2 Filter Preparation
1. Check carton for any damage due to rough handling
in shipment. If carton or any filter components are
damaged, notify carrier immediately.
2. Carefully remove the accessory package.
3. With the carton in an upright position, remove the
filter tank from the carton.
4. A visual inspection of all parts should be made now.
See parts list on pages 14 and 15.
3.3 Filter Installation
1. This filter operates under pressure. When clamped
properly and operated without air in the water
system, this filter will operate in a safe manner.
2. If doubt exists as to the pressure which the system
will be subjected to, install an ASME approved
automatic Pressure Relief Valve or Pressure Regulator
in the circulation system set to the lowest working
pressure of any of the components in the system.
3. Place the filter on the concrete pad. Line the filter up
with the inlet/outlet pipes (see Fig. 4). Remove the
shipping screw.
4. To mount the pressure gauge/air release assembly to
the top of the filter tank (located in accessory bag):
a. Place the smaller, thicker o-ring onto the threads
of the tank adapter. Slide the tank adapter through
the coupling nut and into the filter tank. Use the flats
on the tank adapter to tighten. Do not overtighten.
b. Place the larger, thinner o-ring onto the gauge
housing. Thread the housing into the coupler on the
tank adapter.
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WARNING
Water discharged from an improperly
positioned filter or valve can create an electrical
hazard which can cause death, serious injury or
property damage.
CAUTION
Maintain your pressure gauge in good working
order. The pressure gauge is the primary
indicator of how the filter is operating.
CAUTION
DO NOT move the filter tank without the
shipping screw in place or the filter grids may be
damaged while installing the filter tank.
Figure 3- Filter Location
6" MINIMUM CLEARANCE
FILTER
6" MINIMUM
CLEARANCE
