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E. Slip both of the remaining Hose Clamps (14) over the ends of the two hoses. Lubricate O-rings (24) on the wall
fittings liberally with petroleum jelly then connect the hoses to the Suction and Return wall fittings located on
the side of the pool. The Pool Suction Fitting is on the right, and the return fitting is on the left, see FIG. 3. Secure
both of the hoses in place by tightening the two Hose Clamps (14).
D. The filter may need to be cleaned and/or replaced several times at start up until the correct chlorine and pH
levels are attained. We recommend that you keep at least one spare cartridge on hand at all times. Filter
cartridges may be purchased at the store you purchased your pool from, or ordered from Polygroup.
A. You will need to clean the Filter Cartridge (15). First, unplug (turn off) the Power Filter, remove the RF Fitting
Locking Ring (31), and the RF Diverter (30) and plug the Return Fitting (25) with the RF Plug (21). Press the plug
squarely into the opening, to assure a leak-proof fit. Now cap the Pool Suction Fitting (16) with the SF Water Cap
(20), only hand tighten the Water Cap. To vent the filter, slowly unscrew the Vent Screw (11). Press down with
both hands and twist the Seal Top Retainer (10) counter-clockwise to remove and then pull out the Seal Top (9)
and Filter Cartridge (15). After you are finished cleaning the filter cartridge, liberally lubricate the O-Ring (22)
with petroleum jelly and re-assemble in reverse order, be sure to remove the RF Plug (21) and Water Cap (20).
B. The filter cartridge can be cleansed of coarse dirt and debris by pressure washing inside and out with a garden
hose, making sure to wash between all pleats. Fine particles of dirt are more easily removed from the filter pleats
when the cartridge is dry. Therefore, after hosing the cartridge, allow the filter to dry and CAREFULLY BRUSH,
but do not scrub the pleated surface areas. Cleaning and scrubbing a filter too vigorously will also wear out the
cartridge much faster than if it is simply hosed off correctly.
C. Suntan oils, body oils, and algae can form a coating on the filter pleats which may not be thoroughly removed
by hosing. Such films of oils and/or algae will rapidly clog up the filters’ pores, greatly reducing filtration.
Therefore, it is imperative to remove such materials from the filter element as soon as possible. To remove oils,
we recommend soaking the cartridge in a solution of 1 pound of trisodium phosphate (or any other strong
detergent) to 5 gallons of water for up to 12 hours. Trisodium phosphate is available in many supermarkets,
hardware stores, or janitorial supply stores. After the oils have been removed, rinse the filter cartridge to remove
any dirt. If algae is a problem, add 1/2 pint of pool chlorine or 1 pint of liquid household bleach to the
cleaning solution, 1 hour before removing the filter cartridge from the solution. Thoroughly rinse the filter
cartridge before replacing it in the filter case. Check the pool chemistry to determine the cause of algae growth.
D. Excessive calcium and/or mineral deposits may build up on a filter cartridge and should be handled differently.
Contact your local pool supply store to ask about additional filter cartridge cleaners or treatment for calcium or
mineral deposits. Check pool chemistry for high pH or alkalinity; this may cause a calcium or mineral build-up.
Now is a good time to remove the Vent Screw (11) and put chlorine tablets into the Filter (15) if necessary.
E. A spare “stand-by” Filter Cartridge is an excellent investment. It provides a convenient way to continue filtration
of your pool while cleaning or replacing a dirty Filter Cartridge. Also, a well-maintained, clean cartridge assures
you that your filter will always be ready to operate at peak efficiency.
A. Check and adjust pH and chlorine levels daily using required chemicals. See “POOL WATER CARE”, below.
B. Check filter output daily. If flow is reduced, see Symptom 2 in “TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE”, page #8.
C. Check filter for leaks. If a leak is found, see Symptom 4 in “TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE”, page #8.
D. Check seams in pool periodically. Minor repairs may be made with the patch kit (supplied with pool). Additional
patches are available from Polygroup or your local pool supply store.
F. Unscrew the Vent Screw (11) from the Seal Top (9) about 1-1/2 turns. NOTE: VENTING THE SYSTEM IS NECESSARY
FOR AIR TO ESCAPE AS THE FILTER CASE FILLS WITH WATER.
G. Remove the RF Plug (21) from the return fitting (25) on the inside of the pool. Also remove the SF Water Cap (20)
from the Suction Fitting (16). This allows the filter system to fill with water. DO NOT discard the RF Plug (21) and
the SF Water Cap (20). You will need them when you change the Filter Cartridge or service the pump. When full,
water should be coming out of the groove of the vent screw. Hand-tighten the vent screw into the seal top until
the O-Ring seals around the screw and no more water is escaping.
H. At this point, the filter system should be water-tight. Check all hoses and fittings, as well as the vent screw, to
make sure there is no leakage. If any leaks are found, see #4 in Trouble Shooting guide on page 8. Now place the
RF Diverter Fitting (30) and the RF Locking Ring (31) on the Return Fitting (25).
A. Plug filter into a properly grounded receptacle, located at least 10 feet away, protected with a ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI).
B. Check the return fitting on the inside of the pool for correct flow, it should feel like a solid stream of water
returning to the pool. You can use the return flow as a gauge to determine when the filter needs cleaning
and/or replacement. If you feel a reduction in flow, clean and/or replace filter.
C. Test water and adjust as needed, see “POOL WATER CARE”, page #7. VERY IMPORTANT – PUMP AND FILTER
ALONE WILL NOT PREVENT ALGAE FROM GROWING IN POOL WATER; THIS CAN ONLY BE DONE BY
MAINTAINING PROPER CHLORINE AND pH LEVELS AT ALL TIMES!
Purpose; diverts direction of return water entering the pool, see part #30 FIG.1. You can adjust the RF
Diverter Fitting (30) by loosening the RF Locking Ring (31) FIG 1. The RF Diverter Fitting (30) can be used to help
generate clockwise rotation of the pool’s water toward the Suction Fitting (16). To do so slightly loosen the
Locking Ring and rotate the Diverter upward pushing water horizontally under the waters surface pointing away
from the Suction Fitting area. DO NOT POINT it directly toward the Suction Fitting as this will deeply decrease
water circulation and filtration. Tighten the RF Locking Ring to hold the RF Diverter Fitting in the desired positio
you choose. You can position the RF Diverter Fitting downward later to assist in keeping sediment from building
along the bottom of your pool.
IMPORTANT: FILTER CARTRIDGE MUST BE FIRMLY SEATED OVER THE PUMP INTAKE PORT TO FILTER THE
POOL WATER EFFICIENTLY.
NOTE: ONLY FILTER CARTRIDGES WITH A 1-3/4” INCH DIAMETER HOLE WILL WORK PROPERLY. ANY OTHER
SIZE HOLE WILL PREVENT PROPER FILTRATION. THE CARTRIDGE MUST SEAL TIGHTLY AROUND BOTH
ENDS.
2 DIVERTER FITTING USE:
5 FILTER CARTRIDGE CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS:
3 PUMP MOTOR PROTECTION:
4 PUMP OPERATION:
6 POOL MAINTENANCE:
IMPORTANT! Your pump is protected by a thermal overload. This device senses the temperature of
the pump and if it is getting too hot, it will open the electric circuit and the pump will stop running until
it cools off. It will automatically turn back on when it has cooled down. This is a safety device to help prevent
excessive pump damage. If your pump is automatically turning off, it is because of high pool water tempera-
ture and/or low water flow through the pump. If this happens you need to check water flow through the filter
and correct it if needed as this pump uses the water flow for cooling. You may also want to run the pump at
night when the temperature is lower.
