Waterford Systems - Rick English - Swimming Pool Consultant

HIGH-RATE SAND FILTER SYSTEMTo avoid unneeded service calls, prevent possible injuries, and get the mostout of your filter, READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY!The High Rate Sand Filter System:• Is designed to circulate and filter water in above ground swimming pools.• Offers quiet, efficient performance and is durable, reliable.Table of ContentsSafety Instructions..........................................................................................3Specifications/Dimensional Data ...................................................................4General Information ......................................................................................5Installation .................................................................................................5-7Filter Mount/Piping.....................................................................................5Filter Set-up................................................................................................6Loading Sand Media...................................................................................6Valve Installation.....................................................................................6-7Startup/Operation/Backwash .........................................................................7Electrical .......................................................................................................8Maintenance .................................................................................................8Storage/Winterizing .......................................................................................9Mult-Port Valve Service .................................................................................9Valve Removal ............................................................................................10Pump Service...............................................................................................11Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................................12Repair Parts List......................................................................................13-15Warranty .....................................................................................................16IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWhen installing and using electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed,including the following:1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.2. To reduce the risk of injury, do not permitchildren to use this product unless they are closely supervisedat all times.3. Risk of electrical shock. Connect only toa grounding type receptacle protected by a ground-faultcircuit-interrupter (GFCI). Contact a qualified electricianif you cannot verify that the receptacle is protected by aGFCI.4. Do not bury cord. Locate cord to minimize abuse fromlawn mowers, hedge trimmers, and other equipment.5. To reduce the risk of electrical shock,replace a damaged cord immediately.6. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, donot use an extension cord to connect unit to electricalsupply; provide a properly located outlet.7. This pump is for use with permanentlyinstalled pools and may also be used with hot tubs andspas if so marked. Do not use with storable pools. A permanentlyinstalled pool is constructed in or on theground or in a building such that it cannot be readilydisassembled for storage. A storable pool is constructedso that it may be readily disassembled for storage andreassembled to its original integrity.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS2