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10. MAINTENANCE
The chart below outlines the recommended maintenance schedule for your Pool Filter System.
Intervals
Maintenance Items
Weekly
Backwashing, regardless of the pressure or how dirty the filter might be
Cleaning of the Debris/Lint filter in the hair and lint strainer (directions below)
Annually
Winterize the system before the first frost (directions below)
Add sand at the beginning of each swim season as needed
Adding New Sand
CAUTION: USE BREATHING FILTER/MASK APPROVED FOR DUST & SAND AND ADEQUATE EYE PROTECTION WHILE FILLING
SAND CONTAINER. AVOID BREATHING IN DUST.
1. Place the sand shield on the center stem of the manifold. This will ensure that when filling the tank, no sand will enter
the manifold assembly.
2. Place 4 way valve in the RINSE position for 1 - 3 minutes after initial start up or after adding new sand. By doing this you can avoid
blowing small particles and impurities from the new sand into your pool.
CAUTION: BEFORE LOOSENING ANY THREADED CONNECTIONS ON THE FILTRATION SYSTEM, BE SURE THAT THE INTAKE
AND RETURN HOSES ARE CLOSED OR PLUGGED TO PREVENT WATER FLOW OVER THE MOTOR.
Cleaning the Hair and Lint Filter
1. Disconnect the pump from the power source.
2. Close the shutoff valves or block the water flow at the pool intake and return ports.
3. Remove the trainer lid on the pump. Take out the strainer basket, clean it and replace it. Be sure to align the hole in the basket
towards the front of the housing. Replace the lid and tighten. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
4. Open the shutoff valves or unblock the water flow at the pool intake and return ports.
5. Place the 4 way valve in the FILTRATION position.
6. Reconnect to the power source.
IMPORTANT: NEVER operate the pump without the hair and lint strainer basket in place – this can cause damage to the motor
and pump assembly.
Winterizing the System
1. Disconnect the pump from the power source.
2. Close the shut off valves or block the flow of water at the pool intake and return ports.
3. Disconnect the filtration system from the pool, drain the tank and hoses.
4. Store the filter system in a location protected from frost and freezing temperatures.
5. Place valve handle in WINTER position for storage.
Safety Notes
If there is any indication that safe operation is no longer possible, the device is to be disconnected from the power supply
and secured against accidental use.
This is the case when:
• The device has visible damage
• The device no longer appears functional
• After long periods of storage in poor conditions
• Electrical components, cords, etc. appear frayed, worn or broken
• Guards or shields are missing or broken
