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3B. 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 and pump
system. Install system 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. Filter systems, 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 entire system
(see Fig. 4).
5.
Position the filter to safely direct water drainage.
Align the pressure release valve to safely direct
purged air or water.
6.
If the system is to be located above water level it
can be raised 2.5 ft., without affecting the pump
efficiency. A check valve is recommended on
the suction line to the pump.
Figure 5. Basic Pool/Spa Combination Plumbing
Figure 4. Filter Location
6" MINIMUM
CLEARANCE
FILTER
6" MINIMUM CLEARANCE
WARNING
Water discharged from an improperly positioned filter
or valve can create an electrical hazard and can dam-
age property.
Pool Return
From Spa
Skimmer
From Pool
Skimmer
From
Pool Drain
Spa Drain
Spa Return
Check
Valve
Spa Make-up
Filter
Pump
Filter
Heater
MPV = Multiport Valve
Outlet
Port
Waste
Port
Inlet
Port
MPV
Hair/Lint
Pot
