Pentair 165, 330, 990, 495 Installation And User Manual

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SWEETWATER

BEAD FILTER

MODELS: 165, 330, 495 AND 990

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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INSTALLATION AND

USER’S GUIDE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Important Warnings and Safety Precautions ....

Installation ............................................................

Introduction
How the Filter Works
Installing the Filter
Initial Start-Up

Maintenance .........................................................

Filter Care
Cleaning Frequency
Filter Backwash Procedure

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SWEETWATER® Bead Filter Installation and User’s Guide

IMPORTANT WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Important Notice:

This guide provides installation and operation instructions for
this product. Consult Pentair with any questions regarding this
equipment.

Attention Installer: This guide contains important information about the

installation, operation and safe use of this product. This information should
be given to the owner and/or operator of this equipment after installation
or left on or near the filter.
Attention User: This manual contains important information that will
help you in operating and maintaining this filter. Please retain it for future
reference.

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS

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This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this
symbol on your system or in this manual, look for one of
the following signal words and be alert to the potential
for personal injury.

Warns about hazards that can cause death, serious
personal injury, or major property damage if ignored.

Warns about hazards that may cause death, serious
personal injury, or major property damage if ignored.

Warns about hazards that may or can cause minor
personal injury or property damage if ignored.

NOTE Indicates special instructions not related to hazards.

Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this manual and on
equipment. Keep safety labels in good condition; replace if missing
or damaged.

Before installing this product, read and follow all

warning notices and instructions which are included.
Failure to follow safety warnings and instructions can result in severe
injury, death, or property damage. Call US: [phone] - INT: (407)
886-3939 for additional free copies of these instructions.

Consumer Information and Safety

This filter is designed and manufactured to provide many years of safe
and reliable service when installed, operated and maintained according
to the information in this manual and the installation codes referred to in
later sections. Throughout the manual, safety warnings and cautions are
identified by the “ ” symbol. Be sure to read and comply with all of the
warnings and cautions.

Do not operate the filter until you have read and

understand clearly all the operating instructions and
warning messages for all equipment that is a part of the circulating system.
The following instructions are intended as a guide for initially operating
the filter in a general installation, however each installation may have
unique conditions where the starting procedure could be different. Failure
to follow all operating instructions and warning messages can result in
severe injury, death, or property damage.

Do not permit children to use or operate this filter.

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FILTER OPERATES UNDER HIGH PRESSURE.

When any part of the circulating system, (e.g., clamp,
pump, filter, valve(s), etc.), is serviced, air can enter
the system and become pressurized. Pressurized
air can cause the lid to separate which can result in
severe injury, death, or property damage.

To avoid this potential hazard, follow these instructions:

1. Before repositioning valve(s) and before beginning the assembly,
disassembly, or adjustment of the clamp or any other service of the
circulating system: (A) Turn the pump OFF and shut OFF any automatic
controls to ensure the system is NOT inadvertently started during the
servicing; (B) open the manual air relief valve; (C) stand clear of the
filter; (D) wait until all pressure is relieved.

2. Whenever installing the filter clamp FOLLOW THE FILTER CLAMP
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.

3. Once service on the circulating system is complete FOLLOW SYSTEM
RESTART INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.

4. Maintain circulation system properly. Replace worn or damaged parts
immediately, (e.g., clamp, pressure gauge, valve(s), o-rings, etc).

5. Be sure that the filter is properly mounted and positioned according
to instructions provided.

Due to the potential risk that can be involved it is
recommended that the pressure test be kept to
the minimum time required by the local code. Do
not allow people to work around the system when

the circulation system is under pressure test. Post
appropriate warning signs and establish a barrier around the pressurized
equipment. If the equipment is located in an equipment room, lock the
door and post a warning sign.

Never attempt to adjust any closures or lids or attempt to remove or
tighten bolts when the system is pressurized. These actions can result in
a separation or failure of system components. This instantaneous release
of energy can cause components to be accelerated to high velocities and
to travel far distances. These components could cause severe personal
injury or death if they were to strike a person.

Never exceed the maximum operating pressure of

the system components. Exceeding these limits

could result in a component failing under pressure.

This instantaneous release of energy can cause the

closure to separate and could cause severe personal

injury or death if they were to strike a person.

RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR
ELECTROCUTION. This filter must be installed

by a qualified service professional in
accordance with the current National
Electrical Code and all applicable local

codes and ordinances. Always disconnect power to the equipment

at the circuit breaker before servicing any of the equipment. Ensure that
the disconnected circuit is locked out or properly tagged so that it cannot
be switched on while you are working on the equipment. Failure to do so
could result in serious injury or death to serviceman, equipment users or
others due to electric shock. Position the filter and the air relief valve to safely
direct water drainage and purged air or water. Water discharged from an
improperly positioned filter or valve can create an electrical hazard that can
cause severe personal injury as well as damage property.

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IMPORTANT WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This filter is intended for use in aquaculture
installations ONLY. Do not use with any type of

swimming pool, hot tub, or spa.

SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH CAN
RESULT IF THIS FILTER IS NOT INSTALLED AND
USED CORRECTLY.

INSTALLERS, OPERATORS AND OWNERS
MUST READ THESE WARNINGS AND ALL

INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS FILTER.

HAZARDOUS PRESSURE: STAND CLEAR OF
PUMP AND FILTER DURING START UP

Circulation systems operate under high pressure.
When any part of the circulating system (i.e.
locking ring, pump, filter, valves, etc.) is serviced,

air can enter the system and become pressurized.
Pressurized air can cause the pump housing cover filter lid and valves
to violently separate which can result in severe personal injury or death.
Filter tank lid and strainer cover must be properly secured to prevent
violent separation. Stand clear of all circulation system equipment when
turning on or starting up pump.

Before servicing equipment, make note of the filter pressure. Be sure
that all controls are set to ensure the system cannot inadvertently start
during service. Turn off all power to the pump. IMPORTANT: Place filter

manual air relief valve in the open position and wait for all pressure
in the system to be relieved.

Before starting the system, fully open the manual air relief valve and place
all system valves in the “open” position to allow water to flow freely from the
tank and back to the tank. Stand clear of all equipment and start the pump.

IMPORTANT: Do not close filter manual air relief valve until all
pressure has been discharged from the valve and a steady stream
of water appears. Observe filter pressure gauge and be sure it is not

higher than the pre-service condition.

General Installation Information

The following information should be read carefully since it outlines the
proper manner of care and operation for your filter system.

You can expect maximum efficiency and life from your filtration system by
following these instructions and taking the necessary preventative care.

• Have a trained professional perform all pressure tests.

• Do not connect the system to a high pressure or city water system.

• Trapped air in the system can create a hazardous condition. BE SURE
to purge all air from the system before operating or testing equipment.

• DO NOT pressure test with compressed air!

• Piping must conform to local/state plumbing and sanitary codes.

• Support piping independently to prevent strains on filter or valve.

• Fittings restrict flow; for best efficiency, use the fewest possible fittings.

• A check valve installed ahead of the filter inlet will prevent contaminants
from draining back into the system.

• A check valve installed between the filter and heater will prevent
hot water from backing up into the filter and deforming the internal
components.

• All wiring, grounding and bonding of associated equipment must meet
current local and/or National Electrical Code standards.

Only a qualified plumbing professional should install this filter. Refer to the
“Important Warning and Safety Instructions on pages ii-iii for installation
and safety information.

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For Installation of Electrical Controls at Equipment Pad (ON/OFF
Switches, Timers and Automation Load Center)

Install all electrical controls at equipment pad, such
as on/off switches, timers, and control systems,
etc. to allow the operation (startup, shut-down, or
servicing) of any pump or filter so the user does
not place any portion of his/her body over or near

the pump strainer lid, filter lid or valve closures.
This installation should allow the user enough space to stand clear of
the filter and pump during system start-up, shut down or servicing of the
system filter.

SWEETWATER® Bead Filter Installation and User’s Guide