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TROUBLESHOOTING
LOW WATER FLOW
SHORT FILTER CYCLES
POOL WATER WON’T
CLEAR UP
1.
Check skimmer and pump
strainer baskets for debris.
2.
Check for restrictions in intake
and discharge lines.
3.
Check for air-leak in intake line
(indicated by bubbles returning to
pool).
4.
Backwash filter.
5.
Bring sand level in filter down
to 1/2 full.
1.
Check for algae in pool and
superchlorinate as required.
2.
Be sure chlorine and pH levels
are in proper range. Adjust as
required.
3.
Check surface of filter sand for
crusting or cracking. Remove
1” of sand if necessary.
4.
Check hair and lint basket on
pump for possible air leak,
lubricate basket lid O-ring as
necessary.
1.
Check chlorine, pH, and total
alkalinity levels and adjust as
required.
2.
Be sure the flow rate through
the filter is sufficient.
3.
Operate the filter for longer
periods of time.
4.
Be sure the valve is set on the
“Filter” position.
5.
Be sure the sand is between 1/2
and 3/4 full in your tank.
WINTERIZING
• At the end of the season, once you disconect the filter system, remove the valve from the tank. The valve
selector handle should be positioned
BETWEEN
any of the notches to allow for air ventilation through the
valve to protect it from cracking.
• Remove the drain plug from the bottom of the sand tank to drain water out of the filter tank. Keep this plug off
for the winter to allow any potential water build-up to escape from the tank.
• Empty
ALL
sand from the filter system and dispose as it is recommended to replace the sand
EACH
season.
• Rinse out the inside of tank and air dry. You
MAY
remove the laterals from the standpipe and the standpipe
from the tank.
• Store the tank in an area where it will be protected from harsh elements and keep the valve and tank stored
APART
to protect from condensation forming and causing cracks in the tank or valve.
• Run hose water through pump to rinse out and store in a warm, dry place for the winter.
