Frog Pool FroG 5400, Pool FroG 5430 User Manual

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POOL FROG

Mineral Pool Care System

Model 5400/5430

For Pools up to 40,000 Gallons

because it kills bacteria two ways

because it helps keep pH in range

because it reduces chlorine use up to 50%*

with pre-ﬁlled pacs for no mess,

*Compared to the minimum EPA recommended chlorine level of 1.0 ppm for a stabilized swimming pool.

System Includes the

POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir

Patented Mineral Disinfectant

Cleaner

Clearer

Softer

Easier

no guess and no stress

Customer Service 800-222-0169

www.frogproducts.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

POOL FROG® Introduction 3

Notes and Safety Information 4

Safety Precautions 5

Notice 6

Step 1: Preparing the Pool 6

Step 2: Putting the System to Work 7

Step 3: Setting the Control Dial 8

Step 4: Routine Pool Care 9

Replacing POOL FROG

Using FROG BAM

Mineral Reservoir 10

Using POOL FROG

Bac Pac 12

Troubleshooting 13

Parts List 14

Maintenance - Replacing Control Dial O-Rings 15

Maintenance - Replacing Cap O-Rings and Knobs 15

Winterizing 16

In-line Installation 17

Off-line Installation 18-19

For Proper Performance 20

Warranty 21

For information on King Technology’s entire product line, visit our website at www.frogproducts.com

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Welcome to easier pool care courtesy of POOL FROG®. With POOL FROG®, your pool water will look and feel better without a lot of work or a lot of chlorine. This system† controls bacteria using a combination of minerals and reduced chlorine levels–up to 50%* less.

There are 4 parts to the POOL FROG® System:

1. POOL FROG® Cycler

2. POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir

3. FROG BAM® 90-day Algae-Preventative

4. POOL FROG® Bac Pac.

Part 1

POOL FROG

The water treatment center that controls the ow of water to each part of the POOL FROG

Cycler

System.

For pools 7,000 to 40,000 gallons.

Model 5400 In-Line Product # 01-01-5480

Model 5300 Off-Line Product # 01-01-5490

Part 2

POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir

Holds the minerals and ts inside the POOL FROG® Cycler.

Product # 01-12-5462

THE POOL FROG

MINERAL RESERVOIR

MUST BE REPLACED

EVERY SIX MONTHS OR AFTER ONE POOL

SEASON WHICHEVER

IS SHORTER.

Part 3

FROG BAM

Use with the POOL FROG System for a 90-Day Algae-Protection Guarantee. One bottle is good for 15,000 gallons.

Product # 01-10-5060

†

FROG® Mineral System consists of the FROG® minerals silver chloride and carbonate used in conjunction with 0.5 ppm chlorine. The FROG® Mineral Reservoir

must be used in conjunction with the FROG® Bac Pac (EPA Reg. No.: 53735-2), an EPA registered chlorine pool product or a chlorine delivery device.

*Compared to the minimum EPA recommended chlorine level of 1.0 ppm for a stabilized swimming pool.

POOL FROG

Mineral Reservoir comes inside POOL FROG

POOL FROG

Part 4

POOL FROG® Bac Pac

Pre-lled with chlorine tablets and ts inside the POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir.

Product # 01-03-5880

Bac Pac and FROG BAM® also sold separately.

Mineral Cycler and is also separately.

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Notes and Safety Information

General Notes

These instructions contain information for the safe and proper

operation of this system. Observe the following principles:

 •Readtheentiremanualpriortoinstallingorusingthis 

system.

 •Ensurethateveryoneusingthissystemfollowsthe 

instructions and safety precautions.

 •Keeptheinstructionsnearbyandavailableforreference

throughout the service life of this system.

These instructions do not provide for every possible contingency

that might be encountered in connection with installation, opera-

tion or maintenance of this equipment. Should further informa-

tion be desired or should particular issues arise which are not

covered sufciently in this manual, the matter should be referred

to the manufacturer.

Explanation of the signal words

Signal words, which depict the probability and severity of harm, are used in these instructions. They are dened as follows:

Signal Word

WARNING

CAUTION

Meaning

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. Caution also alerts against unsafe practices.

NOTICE

Indicates special instructions that are important but not related to physical injury hazards.

Explanation of the safety pictographs

The following pictographs illustrate the type and source of

a hazard.

Pictograph Type of Danger

Safety Alert/General Hazard

ExplosionRisk

Hazardous Pressure

Flammable Fire Hazard

Identication of warnings

Warningsareintendedtohelpyourecognizerisksandavoid

negative consequences. This is how warnings are identied:

Signal Word

Pictographs

Description of danger.

Consequences if ignored.

aThearrowsignalsasafetyprecautiontobetakento

eliminate or reduce the danger.

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Safety Precautions

a FollowinstructionsforthePOOLFROG®SYSTEM,POOLFROG®BacPacs,POOLFROG® Minerals, and BAM® Algaecide.

a Avoid breathing in chemical fumes. Use protective equipment if necessary.

a Wash your hands and arms thoroughly after using this product.

CAUTION

WARNING

Fire, explosion and high pressure hazards

Tominimizetheriskofseriousinjury,deathorpropertydamage,followtheseinstructionsandsafetyprecautionsatall

timeswhileusingthePOOLFROG

a Read,understandandfollowallinstructionsandsafetyprecautionsinthemanual,andonthissystemand

on any label for chemicals used with this system.

a UseonlyPOOLFROG®BacPacs,MineralReservoir,andFROGBAM®inthePOOLFROG® SYSTEM.

a Neverusebulkchemicals,fastdissolvingchlorinetablets,liquidbleach,orcalciumhypochloriteinthePOOLFROG® system.

a Never mix Trichlor Chlorine tablets with Calcium Hypochlorite, or with any other form of concentrated chlorine or other chemicals.

a Neveraddanyothertypesofchlorine,pHadjusters,shocktreatmentsoralgaecidesthroughtheskimmer.

These products should be added directly into the pool if required.

a TopreventthebuildupofgaspressureinthePOOLFROG® SYSTEM, be sure the pool return line valves are open –

except when opening or servicing the unit.

a Do not exceed maximum operating pressure of 50 psi.

a Donotopenunderpressure.AlwaysturnoffpumpandbleedoffpressurebeforeopeningPOOLFROG® SYSTEM.

a Do not exceed maximum water temperature of 104º F.

a Do not install automatic or fast shut off valves downstream of feeder.

a NeverinstallPOOLFROG® before the heater.

System.

a AnyadditionalsanitizingequipmentthatisinstalledwithFROG®mustbeinstalledaftertheFROG® (never before)

on the return line to the pool.

a Avoidsparks,smoking,oranyopenamenearPOOLFROG® SYSTEM or chemicals.

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a Ensure proper plumbing connections prior to pressurizing.

SmartChlor Out Indicator

Active Chlorine

If lighter color,

check Smart

Chlor catridge

If darker color, OK

If lighter color,

turn cartridge

setting up 1 number

If darker color, turn cartridge setting down 1 number

6.2 6.8 7.2 7.8 8.4

LOW BAJO

VERY LOW MUY BAJO

HIGH ALTO

SmartChlor Out Indicator

Active Chlorine

If lighter color,

check Smart

Chlor catridge

If darker color, OK

If lighter color,

turn cartridge

setting up 1 number

If darker color, turn cartridge setting down 1 number

IDEAL

a ReplacePOOLFROG

Systemifsignsofcracks,damageordegradation.

a Failure to properly winterize your cycler could result in freeze damage.

Step 1: Preparing the Pool

NOTICE

circulation. The total volume of pool water must completely circulate through the pump and lter at least 1 to 2 times per day. This usually requires 8 to 12 hours of circulation. Check with your dealer for the proper circulation time for your pool.

Check the pool’s lter gauge often

Make sure the pool has adequate

and periodically clean lter per the manufacturer’s directions. A dirty lter will slow the ow of water which could hamper proper circulation.

Check the Water Hardness of your ll water before

adding to the pool. If calcium content is higher than 400 ppm, nd a soft water source to ll your pool instead. Otherwise water balance will be very difcult.

Check for metals in the pool such as iron or copper.

Before attempting water balance these should be removed. See your dealer for a metal out or sequesterant and follow the label directions carefully.

For best results in achieving water balance, follow steps a through e in order.

a. Take a water sample

from the pool and dip a FROG® Test Strip into it.

b. Look at the Total Alkalinity reading rst. Adjustments

should be made to bring the Total Alkalinity in the range of 80 – 120 ppm prior to making any adjustments to pH even if it throws pH off further.

Total Alkalinity (ppm)

Alcalinidad Total (mg/L)

0 40 80 120 180 240

LOW

VERY LOW MUY BAJO

IDEAL

BAJO

HIGH ALTO

VERY HIGH MUY ALTO

c. After TA is in range, test for pH. It should be between

7.2 and 7.8. If higher or lower, add a pH adjuster.

6.2 6.8 7.2 7.8 8.4

LOW

VERY LOW MUY BAJO

IDEAL

BAJO

HIGH ALTO

Before beginning with any pool care program, you must

rst balance your pool water. Take a water sample to your local pool professional (or use a complete test kit) to test for the important Water Balance Guidelines. IMPORTANT: Always follow printed instructions on the balancing chemical packages. Add balancing chemicals in small increments one at a time with circulation running. For best results, wait 8-12 hours before testing again and adding any additional balancing chemicals.

Water Balance Guidelines

pH: 7.2 – 7.8

Total Alkalinity: 80 – 120 ppm

Calcium Hardness: 200 – 400

Total Dissolved Solids: <1500

Stabilizer: 20 – 80 ppm

Free Chlorine: 0.5 – 1.0 ppm

d. Then test your Water Hardness again. If lower than 200

ppm, add Calcium Increaser. Always maintain 200-400 ppm.

e. Lastly test for stabilizer or conditioner levels. Add

conditioner if the level is below 20 ppm. This will prevent chlorine burn off. If stabilizer level is above 80 ppm, partially drain water and re-ll.

NOTE: This step is very important to start-up. Shock

the pool with an EPA registered chlorine shock only to rid the water of contaminants and establish a chlorine residual. Follow manufacturer’s directions carefully.

Do not add shock in or near the skimmer or into the POOL FROG® Cycler as it could damage equipment, risk potential explosion or discolor your pool surface.

Begin Routine Pool Care as soon as the pool is

prepared, page 9.

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Step 2: Putting the System to Work

Install a POOL FROG

Reservoir into the POOL FROG® Cycler. (See page 10 for directions.)

REPLACE THE POOL FROG® MINERAL PAC EVERY 6 MONTHS OR AFTER ONE POOL SEASON WHICHEVER IS SHORTER. AFTER THAT TIME, YOU WILL HEAR THE SPENT MEDIA INSIDE, HOWEVER IT IS NO LONGER EFFECTIVE AND MUST BE REPLACED.

Replace cap and run POOL FROG® Cycler, with POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir inserted, for 10 minutes on Setting 5.

Mineral

Insert FROG BAM® into POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir in POOL FROG® Cycler. (See page 11 for directions.)

Use FROG BAM®

for a 90-day

Algae Protection

Guarantee!

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When chlorine reading is down to 1.0 ppm, which may take a few days, insert POOL FROG® Bac Pac. (See page 12 for directions.)

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Step 3: Setting the Control Dial

This system is designed to work effectively with a variety of pool equipment as long as the following basic procedures are followed.

Set control dial by matching up the parameters of your pool on the chart below. THIS IS A STARTING POINT ONLY and may need to be adjusted to t your individual pool needs. See #2 below for adjusting directions. IMPORTANT: If using a multi-speed pump, pump-run times of at least 6 hours per day at high speed are recommended for proper performance.

If running the pump at low speed only or on high speed less than 6 hours, please follow the 24 hour low-speed directions below.

SINGLE-SPEED PUMP OR HIGH-SPEED PUMP RUN TIME

POOL SIZE

Gallons

3/4 hp 1 hp 1 1/2 hp 2 hp

7,000 4.0

9,000 4.5

12,000 5.0

18,000 NR

25,000 NR

30,000 NR

35,000 NR

40,000 NR

* – Bypass installation recommended. NR – This pump size is not recommended for this size pool.

6 HOUR PUMP RUN TIME

PUMP SIZE

3/4 hp 1 hp 1 1/2 hp 2 hp

3.5 3.0 3.0* 3.0 2.5 4.0* 3.5* 1.5 3.5* 3.0* 2.5*

4.0 3.5 3.0 3.5 3.0 2.5 4.0* 2.5 4.0* 3.5* 3.0*

4.5 4.0 3.5 4.0 3.5 3.0 2.5 3.0 2.5 1.5 3.5*

5.0 4.5 4.0 5.0 4.0 3.5 3.0 3.5 3.0 2.5 2.0

NR 5.0 4.0 NR 5.0 4.0 3.5 4.0 3.5 3.0 2.5

NR 6.0 5.0 NR 5.5 5.0 4.0 4.5 4.0 3.5 3.0

NR 7. 0 6.0 NR 6.5 5.5 5.0 5.5 4.5 4.0 3.5

NR NR 7.0 NR NR 6.5 5.5 6.5 5.5 4.5 4.0

12 HOUR PUMP RUN TIME

PUMP SIZE

3/4 hp 1 hp 1 1/2 hp 2 hp

24 HOUR PUMP RUN TIME

PUMP SIZE

24 HOUR, LOW-SPEED PUMP-RUN TIME

In order to ensure proper performance when running the pump on low speed for 24 hours per day or high speed less than 6 hours per day, bleed the air while the pump is on by unscrewing the cap knob until water appears. Then screw the knob back on. Repeat this process each time the cap is removed for any reason. Set the control dial at 6 and follow the adjustment directions in Step 2 to determine the correct setting for your pool.

For the rst week test the pool water daily for free chlorine with FROG® Test Strips to ensure correct dial setting. Continue to test weekly throughout the season.

After each testing, adjust the dial up by 1/2 increment if the free chlorine reading has dropped below 0.5 ppm or adjust down by 1/2 increment if the reading has risen above 1.0 ppm. Continue this process each day until the free chlorine reading stabilizes to at least 0.5 ppm.

Remember to adjust dial by 1/2 increments only in order to prevent over chlorination which may bleach pool surfaces.

POOL SIZE

Gallons

7,000 4.0

9,000 4.5

12,000 5.0

18,000 NR

25,000 NR

30,000 NR

35,000 NR

40,000 NR

Find your starting dial setting by matching up the parameters of your pool on the above chart. An In ground pool with approximately 18,000 gallons with a 1 horse power pump running 6 hours a day at high speed would require a starting dial setting of 5. Example above.

3/4 hp 1 hp 1 1/2 hp 2 hp

6 HOUR PUMP RUN TIME

PUMP SIZE

3.5 3.0 3.0*

4.0 3.5 3.0

4.5 4.0 3.5

5.0 4.5 4.0

NR 5.0 4.0

NR 6.0 5.0

NR 7.0 6.0

NR NR 7. 0

If using another means of chlorine support set dial to Maximum. Maintain a minimum chlorine reading of 0.5 ppm with a chlorine delivery device or hand feeding.

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Step 4: Routine Pool Care

Run ltration system enough hours to circulate all water 1 to 2 times per day. More than that could result in over chlorination.

Regularly test water with FROG® Test Strips to maintain pH and Total Alkalinity.

NOTE: Water balance is affected by bather load, chemical usage, evaporation and the makeup of source water, so maintaining water balance regularly is important.

Shock the pool every other week or as needed. We recommend a nonchlorine shock as reducing chlorine use is the goal of FROG® products. However, using a chlorine shock is OK too.

Do not add shock in or near the skimmer or into the POOL FROG® Cycler as it could damage equipment, risk potential explosion or discolor your pool surface.

Before closing the pool for winter, use FROG BAM® following the directions on page 11.

Maintain 0.5 to 1.0 ppm free chlorine level at all times.

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Note: These lower chlorine levels are only acceptable when using FROG minerals.

Remember to replace POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir and all other FROG® replacements as directed.

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Replacing a POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir

Series 5400 (01-12-5462)

source of chlorine such as the POOL FROG Bac Pac (EPA Reg. No. 53735-2) or a chlorine delivery device. Using the POOL

(POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoirs MUST be Replaced Every Season)

POOL FROG® MINERAL RESERVOIR

Serial No.

Product Description: The patented mineral formula in the POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir also neutralizes acids, which helps keep the pH in an acceptable range with less monitoring. The controlled release of minerals provides an optimum level of protection in your pool. The FROG Mineral System

Check the top of the box and back label of product to make sure you have the correct POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir to t your POOL FROG® Cycler.

THE POOL FROG® MINERAL RESERVOIR MUST BE REPLACED EVERY 6 MONTHS OR AFTER ONE POOL SEASON WHICHEVER IS SHORTER

The Complete Low-Chlorine Alternative

www.FrogProducts.com • 800-222-0169

The POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir is the heart of an advanced pool care system that destroys bacteria.

reduces chlorine use up to 50%*. Simply use with at least 0.5 ppm of an EPA registered

IMPORTANT: Remove and read the information card.

Please note: Complete instructions for inserting a POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir, FROG BAM® and POOL FROG® Bac Pac are included inside the POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir

FOR POOLS UP TO 40,000 GALLONS

Turn off pump. Turn dial to Pac Removal. This reduces the ow of water into the unit when the cap is open.

Use the cap tool included with POOL FROG® Cycler to loosen cycler cap by hitting the handle with the at of your hand counter clockwise. Stand back to avoid inhaling chlorine fumes from the POOL FROG® Bac Pac.

Remove the FROG® Bac Pac and if not empty, set to the side or store for winter. Then remove the FROG® Mineral Reservoir and discard if has been used for one pool season or 6 months whichever is shorter.

USE ONLY the factory recommended replacement POOL FROG FROG BAM® and POOL FROG® Bac Pac. DO NOT USE bulk chemical tablets in the POOL FROG® Cycler or put anything inside the POOL FROG® Cycler, other than the appropriate POOL FROG® product as directed in the product instructions. Use of any other product could result in damage to pool equipment or surface, unsafe pool conditions, re or explosion. Warranty will be void if the correct POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir, FROG BAM® and POOL FROG® Bac Pac are not used.

Mineral Reservoir,

Find slot on side of POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir and line up with n inside the POOL FROG® Cycler. Lower POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir into POOL FROG® Cycler until secure.

Replace FROG® Bac Pac unless winterizing (see page 16).

Mark your calendar for the six month replacement of the POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir. Once wetted, the time-

released mineral coating of this product is effective up to 6 consecutive months or one pool season whichever is shorter. After that time, you will hear the spent media inside, however it is no longer effective and must be replaced.

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Using FROG BAM® for an Algae-Protection Guarantee

If you are not using FROG BAM®, refer to page 12 for Using the POOL FROG® Bac Pac. See FROG BAM® product labeling for complete directions for use (EPA Reg. No. 53735-9).

*NOTE: If using directly after a shock treatment, test the water rst to ensure the pH is in the proper range of 7.2-7.8 and the chlorine

level is no more than 4.0 ppm. Avoid using other chemicals until this product has been circulated (ltered) for at least 24 hours.

Remove cap from FROG BAM® without removing seal.

For a preventive dose add:

•One FROG BAM® for pools up to 15,000 gallons.

•Two FROG BAM® for pools between 15,000 and 30,000 gallons.

•Three FROG BAM® for pools between 30,000 and 40,000 gallons.

Turn pump on for 90 minutes allowing FROG BAM® to circulate through pool.

To remove expended FROG BAM® bottle, turn pump off. Turn dial to Pac Removal.

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Insert upside down into center of POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir pushing down rmly on FROG BAM® bottle allowing key in POOL FROG puncture seal.

Replace cap by hand only.

DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

Turn control dial on POOL FROG® Cycler to Maximum.

Cycler to

Remove POOL FROG® Cycler cap.

Lift FROG BAM® up and allow any water in the container to drain through the POOL FROG® Cycler

BRAND

before discarding in trash.

NOTE: If water shows more than a hint of blue inside POOL FROG® Cycler, replace the POOL FROG® Cycler cap, turn dial to Maximum and run the pump for one minute.

8a. If pool size requires additional FROG BAM®, repeat steps 1-8.

8b. When water is clear in POOL FROG® Cycler, proceed to Using a POOL FROG® Bac Pac on page 12.

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Using the POOL FROG® Bac Pac

USE ONLY the factory recommended replacement POOL FROG® Bac Pac. (See label.) DO NOT USE any other pac or bulk chemical tablets in the POOL FROG® Cycler. Use of any other product could result in over chlorination, bleached liners, unsafe pool conditions, re or explosion. Warranty will be void if the correct pac is not used.

POOL FROG

Bac Pac recommended to assure up to 50% reduction in chlorine use*. POOL FROG® Bac Pac sold separately.

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(EPA Reg. No. 53735-2)

*Compared to the minimum EPA recommended chlorine level of 1.0 ppm for a stabilized swimming pool.

Avoid sparks, open ame or smoking when handling the POOL FROG® Bac Pac.

Colored Caps

BRAND

FROG® Bac Pac with the small opening in the POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir and the large leg with the large opening. Lower POOL FROG® Bac Pac into POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir until secure.

Line up the small leg of the POOL

Top View

Replace cap by hand only. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

TOWERS

PAC

Remove colored tabs by grabbing on to the lip of one cap with a pliers and pulling up

BRAND

process for the other cap.

until cap releases. Repeat the

DO NOT USE CAP TOOL TO TIGHTEN CAP. Use for removal only.

The chlorine pacs are made of HDPE plastic. Non-rellable container. Do not reuse or rell

WE RECYCLE

Invert POOL FROG® Bac

this container. Offer for recycling if available. Rinse thoroughly before recycling or discarding in trash.

Pac and shake slightly until

BRAND

chlorine tablets fall into tower areas.

Mark your calendar for the approximate replacement times for the POOL FROG® Bac Pac.

PAC TOWERS

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Troubleshooting

For more in-depth troubleshooting, go to www.frogproducts.com

Problem Remedy

What do I do if the water looks cloudy?

What do I do if the water turns color?

What do I do if algae forms in or on my pool?

What do I do if I am under chlorinating with the POOL FROG Bac Pac?

1. Make sure your ltration system is working properly (i.e. clean lter, skimmer and pump basket).

2. Make sure circulation time is adequate – increase pump

1. Algae may be trying to form – shock the pool, increase circulation time if needed and clean the lter.

1. Use FROG BAM® or an effective algaecide per the directions on the bottle and brush the sides of the pool often.

1. If you are unable to maintain 0.5 to 1.0 ppm, rst make sure there are chlorine tablets in the tower areas of

the POOL FROG® Bac Pac and it is installed properly. If a correction was made, test the water in 24 hours.

2. If still low, turn the dial up one setting and test the water again in 24 hours. Continue raising the setting by one

time if not.

3. Make sure the pool is properly balanced.

4. Shock the water to eliminate build up of any organic matter.

2. Metals in the ll water may have been oxidized. Have the pool tested. See pool dealer if a metal control product is required.

2. Clean the lter and shock the pool with chlorine daily until water clarity returns.

3. If you are in an area of the country that struggles with algae growth, see your dealer

increment each day until the proper reading is achieved.

3. Shock the pool if the reading has been lower than 0.5 ppm for more than one day.

4. Make sure pump run time is at least 6 hours on high speed (40 gpm or higher) or if not, bleed the air from the cap knob (see page 20 for directions).

(See page 6.)

5. Make sure pool has a free chlorine reading of

0.5 to 1.0 ppm.

6. Check with your dealer for more information.

3. Check with your dealer for more information.

regarding a 90-day Algae Protection Guarantee using FROG BAM

hang tag for guarantee details.

4. Check with your dealer for more information.

5. Contact your dealer to have your back pressure tested. If under 4 psi consider a smaller eye-ball tting in the return jet.

6. Check for a suction side leak by looking for air bubbles in your pump basket or at the return jet. Contact dealer for help in correcting this situation.

7. Contact King Technology’s Customer Service Department at 800-222-0169.

. See product

1. If the chlorine reading is

What do I do

if I am over chlorinating with the POOL FROG Bac Pac?

over 3.0 ppm, remove the POOL FROG® Bac Pac from the POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir and test the water daily until the reading is down to 1.0 ppm.

2. Reinsert the POOL FROG® Bac Pac, lower the dial one setting and test the water again in 24 hours. If the reading has risen, lower the dial one setting again.

Continue this process until proper reading is achieved.

3. If over-chlorinating at the lowest possible setting, consider decreasing the circulation time. Depending on your pump size, you may be circulating the water more than is necessary.

4. Contact your dealer to have your back pressure tested. If over 8 psi consider a larger eye-ball tting in the return jet.

5. Check to see if the pressure relief valve is loose or missing and replace. It is a clear plastic piece approximately 1” long installed inside near the base. If loose or missing, it can provide another avenue for water to reach the chlorine.

6. Contact King Technology’s Customer Service Department at 800-222-0169.

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Parts List Models 5400 and 5430

8 & 9

B R AN

CYCLER

9 8

INCLUDED WITH THE POOL FROG® Model 5400

REF. # DESCRIPTION QTY. INCLUDED

1 & 2 Cap w/O-Ring 1 3 Body 1 4 Pressure Relief Valve 1 5, 6, 7 Control Dial with O-Ring & Snap Ring 1 8 & 9 Knob with O-Ring 2 10 2” Male Adapter 2 18 Cap/Control Dial Tool 1 19 Silicone Lubricant 3/4 oz. 1

OFF-LINE PARTS Included with Model 5430

REF. # DESCRIPTION QTY. INCLUDED

11* 2” x 1/2” Bushing 2 12 90° Elbow 2 13 Small Clamp 4 14 6’ PVC Tubing 1 15 Scoop Gasket 2 16 Venturi Scoop 2 17 Scoop Clamp 2

Off-line parts 11 to 17

OUTLET

After filter and heater (if heater installed)

2” to 36” apart on

straight pipe

REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR POOL FROG® Model 5400

REF. # PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION

1 & 2 01-22-9417 Cap w/O-Ring 2 01-22-9926 Cap O-Ring 4 01-22-9486 Pressure Relief Valve 5, 6, 7 01-22-9448 Control Dial with O-Ring & Snap Ring 6 & 7 01-22-9456 O-Ring Kit for Control Dial 8 & 9 01-22-9628 Knob with O-Ring 10 01-22-9490 2” Male Adapter 18 01-22-8870 Cap/Control Dial Tool 19 01-22-9971 Silicone Lubricant 3/4 oz. 20 01-22-4000 Pressure Gauge 21 01-22-9950 40k Tune-Up Kit

REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR OFF-LINE Model 5430

REF. # PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION

11* 01-22-8620 2” x 1/2” Bushing

12 01-22-7800 90° Elbow 13 01-22-7690 Small Clamp 14 01-22-7700 6’ PVC Tubing

INLET

Between pump and filter

15 01-22-7850 Scoop Gasket 16 01-22-7790 Venturi Scoop 17 01-22-7910 Scoop Clamp

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POOL FROG® Cycler Maintenance

Replacing the Control Dial O-Rings

Using a needle nose pliers, nd the snap ring tail located at approximately the ve o’clock position under the control dial.

Pull down and out of the groove.

Using a large screwdriver, loosen the control dial. Carefully pry the dial until it pulls out.

Replacing Cap O-Ring

Top half of groove

Place o-ring in bottom half of groove.

Place your thumbs on each side of the cap over the o-ring in the groove.

Bottom half of groove

Top half of groove

Roll your thumbs back and forth over the o-ring while pushing upward until the o-ring falls into the top of the groove.

Bottom half of groove

CYCLER

B R

AN D

Carefully replace the rubber o-ring without stretching it. Apply silicone lubricant, that came with your POOL FROG® Cycler, on o-ring.

Push control dial completely into

Product # 01-22-9971

Replacing Knobs

Lubricate o-ring every couple of months with silicone lubricant that came with your POOL

FROG

Cycler. DO NOT USE

petroleum based lubricants.

the housing and turn the dial to setting 2.

Replace knob in back or on cap of POOL FROG® Cycler by unscrewing old one and screwing in new one.

Insert the non-lipped end of snap

Back of Cycler

ring into the groove opening beginning at the 5 o’clock position and push it up so that it threads itself around the control dial.

Top of Cap

Using a small screwdriver or pointed tool to help guide it, make sure the snap ring stays in the groove as it is inserted.

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Winterizing

Turn pump off and turn dial to Pac Removal.

Remove cap.

BRAND

If POOL FROG® Bac Pac still contains chlorine, wrap in plastic bag and store in shed or cool well-ventilated location away from children, pets, cars, motorcycles or anything metal that can rust, pit, etc. Make sure POOL FROG® Bac Pac is away from open ame.

Remove the POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir and discard in trash. You will hear spent media inside, however it is no longer effective.

Unscrew knob in the back of POOL FROG® Cycler. Allow all water to drain.

Replace the cap and knob loosely.

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TOOLS NEEDED

Pipe Wrench

Hacksaw

Tape Measure

MATERIALS NEEDED

Primer and PVC Cement

In-Line Installation - 5400 Model For pools 7,000 to 40,000 gallons

• Install after all equipment and

as far as possible from heater.

• Any additional sanitizing

equipment that is installed with FROG® must be installed after FROG® (never before) on

Do NOT install this POOL

FROG

Cycler

off-line.

Do NOT install in copper pipe if using POOL FROG® Bac Pac as chemical corrosion occurs.

Bi-ow valve design allows installation in either ow direction.

the return line to the pool.

Leave approximately 12” above and

12"

around POOL FROG allow room for easy replacement of POOL FROG®

12"

Mineral Reservoir and POOL FROG® Bac Pac.

Cycler to

Secure Cycler

For better stability, POOL FROG® Cycler may be mounted on a treated wood base using Phillips pan head screws. One in front and one in back.

Measure the distance between POOL FROG® Cycler male adapters and cut out a section of

Following Primer directions, brush Primer on the inside of the male adapters and to ends of pipe. Repeat this process with PVC cement following directions on that product.

pipe 3” less than that dimension.

3. 4.

Insert PVC pipe into male adapters with a twisting action. Hold in place 5 to 10 seconds to bond.

When using a POOL FROG® Bac Pac, isolating the POOL FROG® Cycler by installing a corrosion resistant check valve is recommended, especially if a heater is installed.

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TOOLS NEEDED

Screwdriver

Pipe Wrench

Battery Operated Drill with 5/8” or 19/32” Bit

Off-Line Installation - 5430 Model

SCOOPS 2” – 36” APART

When insufcient room for an in-line application, install off-line in straight pipe with scoops between 2” - 36” apart.

• Install after all equipment and

as far as possible from heater.

• Any additional sanitizing

equipment that is installed with FROG® must be installed after FROG® (never before) on the return line to the pool.

MATERIALS NEEDED

Pipe Thread Sealant

Primer and

PVC Cement

OFF-LINE KIT

Included with the POOL FROG® Cycler

Two Male Adapters

Two Reducer Bushings

Two 90 Degree Elbows

Four Hose Clamps

Do NOT install an off-line POOL

FROG® Cycler in-line as this POOL FROG® Cycler is different

than an in-line unit.

1. 2.

Bi-ow valve design allows installation in either ow direction.

B RAN D

Following pipe thread sealant directions, brush sealant onto POOL FROG® threads in both ports and on both male adapters.

DO NOT USE PIPE THREAD TAPE as the threads on these units are not suitable for this use and leaking or tting failure could result.

Screw a male adapter into each port of POOL FROG

Cycler and hand tighten.

Completely tighten turning 1 to 2 revolutions with a wrench.

DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

6’ of Tubing

Two

Scoops

Two Scoop Gaskets

Two Scoop Clamps

Following Primer directions, brush Primer on reducer bushings and inside of male adapters. Repeat this process with PVC cement following directions on that product.

Insert reducer bushing into male adapter on both sides with a twisting action. Hold in

Following pipe thread sealant directions, brush sealant onto elbow threads.

place 5 to 10 seconds to bond.

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Screw elbow into reducer bushings on both sides.

10.

Attach a gasket to each scoop.

Cut tubing to size for each POOL

FROG

Cycler connection and attach one to each elbow with clamps.

Tighten clamps

totally dry, drill two 19/32” or 5/8” holes, between 2” - 36” apart, on the return line. Be careful not to go through other side of pipe.

with screwdriver.

11. 12.

When pipe is

Place scoops inside holes so the inlet scoop faces the water ow and the outlet scoop faces away from the water ow. Scoop arrows should be facing each other when correct.

2” – 36” apart on straight pipe

Attach scoop clamps over the scoops and around the pipe.

Arrows on scoops must

face each other.

13.

Tighten scoop clamps with a screwdriver.

16.

14. 15.

Attach each hose to venturi scoop male nipple with a small clamp and tighten with screwdriver.

For better stability, POOL FROG® Cycler may be mounted on a treated wood base using

Phillips pan head screws.

One in front and one in back.

SCOOPS 2”– 36” APART ON STRAIGHT PIPE

When using a POOL FROG® Bac Pac, isolating the POOL FROG® Cycler by installing a corrosion resistant check valve is recommended, especially if a heater is installed.

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For Proper Performance

POOL FROG

B. With In-floor Cleaners

1) If using a multi-speed pump, run pump for at least 6 hours per day at high speed (at least 40 gpm).

If the pump will run on low speed 24 hours per day or less than 6 hours per day on high speed, you must bleed the air while the pump is on by unscrewing the cap knob until water appears. Then screw the knob back on. Repeat this process each time the cap is removed for any reason.

2) Install system with 4-8 psi back pressure.

To prevent under or over chlorination, use our pressure gauge with a special tting that allows you to use it in the air vent hole on the product cap. Follow the instructions that come with the gauge for achieving the correct pressure.

A. With High GPMS

Install T-ttings exactly as shown.

CYCLER

B. With In-Floor Cleaner - TWO OPTIONS

OPTION 1- A Two-Line Installation

The best option is to have two lines. One line with pump, ﬁlter, heater

and cycler and a second line with a separate pump for the in-ﬂoor cleaning system (ﬁlter optional).

POOL FROG® CYCLER

POOL RETURN

Line 1

FLOW

Flow

PUMP

FILTER

Check

HEATER

CHECK

Valve

VALVE

✙

POOL FROG CYCLER

3) Special installation:

• If water ow is higher than 80 gpm, see diagram A.

• If an in-oor cleaner is included with pool,

see diagram B, with two options. Preferred installation is Option 1 with two separate lines.

• If set-up is a pool and spa combination with

common equipment, see diagram C.

• Any additional sanitizing equipment that is

installed with FROG® must be installed after FROG® (never before) on the return line to the pool.

NOTE: Over chlorination or damage to the POOL FROG® Cycler or other equipment could result if these special installations are not used in these situations.

Questions? Call Customer Service at 800-222-0169 Monday thru Friday, 8am to 5pm central standard time.

POOL WATER LEVEL

Line 2

FLOW

Flow

PUMP

FILTER

POOL WATER LEVEL

✙

OPTION 2 - A 3-Way Valve Installation

PUMP

3-way manual valve or 3-way motor valve plus controls

POOL FROG CYCLER

FILTER

POOL WATER LEVEL

C. Pool and Spillover Spa Combination

IN-FLOOR

In-floor cleaner valve

CLEANER VALVE

IN-FLOOR CLEANER VALVE

POOL FROG CYCLER

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POOL FROG® Cycler Two-Year Limited Warranty

Register your product online today to extend your POOL FROG® warranty to 10 years. www.frogproducts.com/product-registration-2/

King Technology, Inc. will warrant this unit with a complete replacement for the original purchaser, should it prove defective by reason of improper workmanship and/or material for a period of two (2) years from the date of original purchase/installation. This warranty covers body, cap and control dial excluding o-rings. King Technology holds the option of replacing any defective part without charge if it is determined to be all that is needed to correct any situation. Parts used for replacement, with the exception of o-rings, are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty.

1. To obtain warranty service, you must deliver product to King Technology or its nearest authorized dealer. Shipping expenses are the purchaser’s responsibility. The name of the nearest authorized dealer can be obtained at www.frogproducts.com/nd-a-dealer or by calling King Technology at 1-800-222-0169. Proof of purchase is required when requesting warranty service. Purchaser must present the sales receipt or other document which establishes proof of purchase. To validate your warranty, complete the warranty card that came with your unit and return it to King Technology within 30 days of purchase and installation.

2. This warranty does not cover defects caused by: modication, alteration, repair or service of the product contrary to the accompanying instructions; physical abuse to or misuse of the product or operation or installation in a manner contrary to the accompanying instructions. This warranty also excludes all costs arising from the installation, adjustment, removal or replacement of defective units or parts. This warranty also excludes any and all claims arising out of the chemicals used in the product or their characteristics.

B. Control dial settings in excess of the recommended setting levels for trichlor can result in excess sanitizers being discharged into the pool. This can result in bleaching or discoloration of areas around the pool inlet or in some cases bleaching or discoloration of the entire pool liner or paint.

C. Excess trichlor in the pool can create health hazards to bathers. Consult each chemical manufacturer’s warnings and cautions for specics.

4. Any express warranty not provided for herein, and any remedy for breach of warranty or breach of contract which, but for this provision, might arise by implication or operation of law, is hereby expressly excluded and disclaimed. Any express warranty not provided herein, and any remedy for breach of contract but which for this provision might arise by implication or operation of law is hereby excluded and disclaimed. The implied warranties of merchantability and of tness for any particular purpose are expressly limited to a term of two years. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

5. Under no circumstance shall King Technology be liable to purchaser or any other person for any damage or loss incurred because of any chemicals used in the product or their physical characteristics, or interruption of service of the product, or any special, incidental or consequential damages or losses, whether arising out of breach of warranty, breach of contract or otherwise. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

3. CAUTION - Read carefully - Do not add shock in or near skimmer.

A. This unit is not designed for shock treatment of pools. See your pool dealer or distributor for further information concerning shock treatments.

Manufactured by: King Technology, Inc.

530 11th Ave S, Hopkins, MN 55343 U.S.A.

952-933-6118 • 800-222-0169 • FAX 952-933-2206

www.frogproducts.com

FROG®, POOL FROG®, FROG Leap®, XL PRO®, Flippin’ FROG®, SPA FROG®, @ease®, INSTANT FROG®,

FILTER FROG®, NEW WATER® and SANI-KING

are registered trademarks of King Technology, Inc.

6. Misuse or failure to use the proper POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir and Bac Pac may cause damage to equipment or personal injury. All warranty null and void if this product is not used with the recommended POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir and Bac Pac.

Made in U.S.A.

Patents: www.kingtechnology.com/IP

20-48-0164E 553051743R8N