INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
The ACF-8 is designed for the application of VANTAGE® Calcium Hypochlorite
Tablets, bearing the EPA Reg. No 69681-14, for the sanitation of swimming pools.
Never use any other type of chlorinating or brominating chemical in the ACF-8.
The use of other chemicals may lead to explosion, fire or the creation of hazardous
gases, possibly leading to personal or bodily injury.
The applicability of any limit-
ed warranty either expressed or implied is limited to the use of Vantage Calcium
Hypochlorite Tablets in the ACF-8 Feeder.
The ACF-8 is designed for use in pools up to 50,000 gallons. It is recommended that the ACF-8 be
installed in conjunction with an electronic controller. During operation, frequently check the free chlo-
rine residual in the water with a DPD or other approved test kit and maintain 1.0 to 5.0 ppm by
adjusting the output of the feeder accordingly.
This feeder should be installed in a secured maintenance room or other suitable location to prevent
general public access to the feeder and associated chemicals.
All electrical connections should be made in accordance with the National Electric Code and all
applicable local regulations. Select a chlorinator location that has easy access for maintenance and
refilling. This chlorinator must be installed in an area protected from direct sunlight and rain.
This feeder should be installed on a flat, level surface capable of supporting its weight when full.
This feeder is designed to operate at an inlet pressure of 10 – 45 psi. The flow rate will be con-
trolled in the range of 0.0 to 1.0 gpm.
CONNECTING THE ACF-8
RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION METHODS
PRESSURE-GRAVITY INSTALLATION
(see Figure 1)
The effluent water from the feeder can be returned to a collection tank or surge pit using gravity flow.
Inlet water for the feeder should be filtered pool water. The feeder outlet fitting can be plumbed to
overflow directly into the surge pit or collection tank. Do not reduce the plumbing size on the feeder
outlet. In order for the effluent to flow properly, the feeder discharge must be located above the dis-
charge point in the surge pit. The feeder should be located such that the feeder effluent plumbing is
as short as possible.
MODIFIED EDUCTOR INSTALLATION WITH SIDESTREAM
(see Figure 2)
This installation is a modification of of the Eductor With Sidestream method for use with an electronic
controller or timer. In this method, the chlorine feed solenoid valve is placed on the sidestream prior
to the feeder supply tubing and the eductor. A 1/2” PVC check valve (not supplied) should be placed
on sidestream downstream of the eductor. In this configuration, both the eductor and supply to the
feeder will only be activated when the electronic controller calls for chlorine feed. This method can
be be used to reduce air drawn into the eductor and delivered into the pools circulation plumbing.
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