Pentair DM - 75, DM - 90, DM -120, DM - 180, DM - 240 Owners Manual

DM - 75, 90, 120, 180, 240 Cartridge Filter
Owners Manual
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Table of Contents
SECTION I. INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
SECTION II. CLEANING THE HIGH FLOW MANUAL AIR RELIEF VALVE . . . . . . . . . 4
SECTION III. REMOVING THE CARTRIDGES FOR CLEANING OR REPLACING . . 4
SECTION IV. TECHNICAL DATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
SECTION V. HEAD LOSS CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
WARNING
Important Notice
Attention Installer.
This manual contains important information about the installation, operation and safe use of this product. This information should be given to the owner/operator of this equipment.
CAUTION
Before starting any filter system, be sure the pump has been adequately primed by filling the strainer pot on the pump with water. Failure to do so will result in pump seal problems.
POOL WATER MAINTENANCE:
Properly treated pool water can prolong the life of your cartridges and insure a sparkling clear pool. Pool chemistry is a specialized area and you should consult your pool service specialist for specific details.
WARNING
Failure to operate your filter system or inadequate filtration may cause poor water clarity obstructing visibility in your pool. Poor water quality may result in diving in shallow pool areas, or diving into or on top of obscured objects, which can cause serious bodily injury or drowning.
Pentair Pool Products
1620 Hawkins Ave., Sanford, NC 27330 • (919) 774-4151 10951 West Los Angeles Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021 • (805) 523-2400
Rev. D 5-14-01 1 P/N 175685
SECTION I. INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
A. General Information
1. The filter should be mounted on a level concrete slab. Position the filter so that the instructions, warnings and pressure gauge are visible to the operator. Also, position the filter so that the piping connections, control valve and drain port are convenient and accessible for servicing and winterizing.
2. Install electrical controls (e.g., on/off switches, timers control systems, etc.) at least five (5) feet from the filter. This will allow you enough room to stand clear of the filter during system start up.
3. Provide sufficient clearance around the filter to permit visual verification that the clamp is properly installed, see Figure 1.
4. Provide sufficient space above the filter to remove the filter lid for cleaning and servicing. This distance will vary with the model of filter you are using. See Table 1 for the required vertical clearance.
WARNING
Risk of electrical shock or electrocution. Position the filter and the air release 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.
Figure 1.
5. Make all plumbing connections in accordance with local plumbing and building codes. Filter plumbing connections are provided with an O-ring seal. Use only a silicone base lubricant on the O-rings. Do not use pipe joint compound, glue or solvent on the bulkhead connections.
B. New Pool Installations
1. Initial Start Up - It may require a few days to clear up the pool water due to debris found in the plumbing lines, plaster dust, etc.
2. Check the pressure gauge periodically for increase in pressure. This is normal the first week of filtering, and it is suggested that the cartridges be removed and cleaned frequently until the water clears up.
3. Frequent cleaning of the cartridges in this initial period will also help to increase the life of the cartridges and give you longer filtering cycles thereafter.
C. Suggested Installation
1. A check valve is recommended between the filter and heater to prevent hot water backup from damaging the filter internals.
2. The maximum operating pressure of the tank is 50 psi. Never operate the unit above this pressure or attach a pump to this filter that has a shut-off pressure higher than 50 psi.
3. When performing hydrostatic pressure tests or when testing for external leaks of the completed filtration and plumbing system, ensure that the Maximum Pressure that the filtration system will be subjected to DOES NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM WORKING PRESSURE OF ANY OF THE COMPONENTS CONTAINED WITHIN THE SYSTEM. In most cases, the maximum pressure will be stated on each component of the system.
4. If doubt exists as to the pressure to which the system will be subjected, install an ASME approved automatic Pressure Relief or Pressure Regulator in the circulation system for the lowest working pressure of any of the components in the system.
5. Never install a chemical feeder or ozonator upstream of the filter. Always locate downstream with a check valve between the feeder and the filter.
Model Size Clearance Req.
DM-75 75 sq. ft. 50 in.
DM-90 90 sq. ft. 50 in. DM-120 120 sq. ft. 50 in. DM-180 180 sq. ft. 70 in. DM-240 240 sq. ft. 70 in.
TABLE 1
Vertical
P/N 175685 2 Rev. D 5-14-01
6.
A positive shut off valve is not recommended downstream of the filter and/or heater. If the system is ever run with such a valve closed, the internal air vent becomes inoperative and a serious malfunction could result. “SEE WARNING BELOW”. Also, running the system with this valve shut stops all water flow, which can damage the equipment.
WARNING
THIS FILTER OPERATES UNDER HIGH PRESSURE. WHEN ANY PART OF THE CIRCULATING SYSTEM (e.g., LOCK RING, PUMP, FILTER, VALVES, ETC.) IS SERVICED, AIR CAN ENTER THE SYSTEM AND BECOME PRESSURIZED. PRESSURIZED AIR CAN CAUSE THE LID TO BLOW OFF WHICH CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY, DEATH, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. TO AVOID THIS POTENTIAL HAZARD, FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
1. BEFORE REPOSITIONING VALVES AND BEFORE BEGINNING THE ASSEMBLY, DISASSEMBLY, OR ADJUSTMENT OF THE LOCK RING OR ANY OTHER SERVICE OF THE CIRCULATING SYSTEM: (A) TURN THE PUMP OFF AND SHUT OFF ANY AUTOMATIC CONTROLS TO ASSURE THE SYSTEM IS NOT INADVERTENTLY STARTED DURING THE SERVICING; (B) OPEN THE AIR RELEASE; AND (C) WAIT UNTIL ALL PRESSURE IS RELIEVED -PRESSURE GAUGE MUST READ ZERO (0).
2. WHENEVER INSTALLING THE FILTER LOCK RING, FOLLOW THE FILTER LOCK RING 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., lock ring, pressure gauge, the air release, O-rings, etc.)
5. BE SURE THAT THE FILTER IS PROPERLY MOUNTED AND POSITIONED ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED.
D. Filter Operation
1. Set valves if any, to filter position.
2. Open the air release on top of filter. Failure to open the air release could cause the lid to separate resulting in serious bodily injury and/or major property damage.
3. Stand clear of the filter.
4. Start pump and wait until a steady jet of water emerges from the air release, then close valve.
5. Filter will operate efficiently until pressure gauge indicates time for cleaning cartridges. Note these pressures below. Depending on water conditions and pool usage, the cartridges may be cleaned and reused several times before replacement is needed.
6. Always stand clear of the filter during operation and when power to the pump is turned on.
Filter Starting Pressure: ___________ psi
Note the pressure at start-up when filter is clean. This will vary rom pool to pool depending on pool line size. Note this pressure in box.
Cleaning Required at: ___________ psi
Filter requires cleaning when pressure increases 8 - 10 psi over clean filter starting pressure.
E. System Restart Instructions
WARNING
THIS FILTER OPERATES UNDER HIGH PRESSURE. WHEN ANY PART OF THE CIRCULATING SYSTEM (e.g., LOCK RING, PUMP, FILTER, VALVES, ETC.) IS SERVICED, AIR CAN ENTER THE SYSTEM AND BECOME PRESSURIZED. PRESSURIZED AIR CAN CAUSE THE LID TO BE BLOWN OFF WHICH CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY, DEATH, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. TO AVOID THIS POTENTIAL HAZARD, FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Rev. D 5-14-01 3 P/N 175685
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