STEP 4 — CONTINUED
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Make sure that the screws of the clamp are lined up with the
seams of the tank. Tighten two screws on clamp a little at a time.
Alternating from side to side so that both sides are tightened
equally. Failure to follow these instructions will result in
a leak at the clamp.
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Cover threads of pressure gauge with Teflon tape.
Remove temporary plug from valve and thread
gauge into opening.
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STEP 5
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The valve ports are labeled “RETURN”, “PUMP” and
“WASTE” with raised letters next to or on the the openings.
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Attach one long hose to the bottom of the thru-wall skimmer
and to the front of the pump with hose clamps on each fit-
ting.
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Attach second long hose to the fitting on the “RETURN”
and to the pools return fitting with hose clamps on each fit-
ting.
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“WASTE” port will accept a standard fitting and a backwash
hose
(sold separately) which will be used during maintenance.
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Check drain plug at bottom of filter to ensure that it is
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Once valve is in place, hold clamp (2) as shown
and position clamp around lip of filter and over edge
of valve. 2 long screws and nuts are provided to put
clamp together.
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The clamp should sit flat around the lip of the tank
and valve. If it is not sitting flat the clamp will leak.
