Sta-Rite Clean Clear Installation Manual

Clean & Clear

Cartridge Filter System Owner’s Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

SECTION I. PUMP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS………………………………………2
SECTION II. HOW YOUR FILTER WORKS………………………………………….3
SECTION III. INSTALLATION…………………………………………………………4
SECTION IV. INITIAL START-UP AND RESTART INSTRUCTIONS………………6
SECTION V. CLEANING THE FILTER………………………………………………..6
SECTION VI. CHECK VALVE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.…………………8

SECTION VII WINTERIZING THE FILTER…………………………………………....8

SECTION VIII. CLEANING THE HIGH FLOW MANUAL AIR RELIEF VALVE……..9
SECTION IX. TROUBLESHOOTING…………………………………………………...9
SECTION X. PUMP INSTRUCTIONS………………………………………………...10
SECTION XI. TECHNICAL DATA……………………………………………………..12

Pentair Pool Products, Inc.

1620 Hawkins Ave., Sanford, NC 27330 • Tel [phone] • Fax [phone]

10951 West Los Angeles Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021 • Tel [phone] • Fax [phone]

Important Notice

Before installing this product, read and follow all warning notices and instructions accompanying this
filter. Failure to follow safety warnings and instructions can result in severe injury, death, or property
damage. Call 1-888-263-7763 for free copies.

Rev. A 6/7/06 1

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.

WARNING

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SECTION I. PUMP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always
be followed, including the following:

1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

2. WARNING - To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product
unless they are closely supervised at all times.

3. WARNING - Risk of Electrical Shock. Connect only to a grounding type receptacle
protected by a ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI). Contact a qualified electrician
if you cannot verify that the receptacle is protected by a GFCI.

4. Do not bury the electrical cord. Locate the cord to minimize the abuse from lawn
mowers, hedge trimmers, and other equipment.

5. WARNING – To reduce the risk of electrical shock, replace damaged cords
immediately.

6. WARNING - To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use an extension cord to
connect unit to electric supply; provide a properly located outlet.

7. CAUTION – For continued protection against possible electrical shock, this unit is to
be mounted to the base in accordance with the installation instructions.

8. SAVE THESE 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.

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 ENSURE
THE SYSTEM IS NOT INADVERTANTLY STARTED DURING THE
SERVICING; (B) OPEN AIR RELIEF VALVE; (C) WAIT UNTIL ALL
PRESSURE IS RELIEVED.

2. WHENEVER INSTALLING THE FILTER LOCK RING FOLLOW THE
CLEANING FILTER INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.

3. ONCE SERVICE OF THE CIRCULATING SYSTEM IS COMPLETE

FOLLOW THE INITIAL START SYSTEM RESTART INSTRUCTIONS
EXACTLY.

4. MAINTAIN CIRCULATION SYSTEM PROPERLY. REPLACE WORN OR
DAMAGED PARTS IMMEDIATELY (e.g., lock ring, pressure gauge, relief
valve, o-rings, etc).

5.

BE SURE THAT THE FILTER IS PROPERLY MOUNTED AND
POSITIONED ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED.

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SECTION II. HOW YOUR FILTER WORKS

WARNING

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, only connect to a GFCI protected receptacle.
Failure to do so could result in an electrical shock to pool users, installers, or others,
which can result in serious personal injury or death.

Your cartridge filter is designed to produce clear, sparkling water and operate for years with a
minimum of maintenance when installed, operated and maintained in accordance with these
instructions.

A. YOUR FILTER USES A CARTRIDGE ELEMENT TO REMOVE DIRT PARTICLES

FROM THE WATER.

1. Dirt is collected in the filter by the cartridge element as water flows through the filter.
Water enters the filter through the filter inlet port and is distributed evenly through the
cartridge element.

2. The dirt is removed by the cartridge fabric and the clean water flows through the filter
outlet port and is returned to the pool through the piping or hoses.

B. AFTER A PERIOD OF TIME, DIRT WILL ACCUMULATE IN THE FILTER CAUSING A

RESISTANCE TO THE FLOW OF WATER THROUGH THE FILTER.

1. This resistance results in a diminished flow of water and a rise in the filter pressure.
Eventually the filter will have removed so much dirt and the filter pressure risen to such a
point that it will be necessary to clean your filter, see SECTION V. CLEANING THE
FILTER.

2. The filter’s function is to remove suspended matter from the water and does not sanitize the
water. For sparkling clear water, the water must be sanitized and as well as balanced.

3. Pool chemistry is a specialized area, and you should consult your local pool service
specialist for specific details. In general, proper pool sanitation requires a free chlorine
level of 1 to 2 PPM and a PH range of 7.2 to 7.6.

WARNING

Failure to operate your filter system or inadequate filtration can cause poor water clarity obstructing
visibility in your pool. Pool water clarity may obscure objects in the water, which while swimming and
diving could cause severe personal injury and death. Never swim in a pool with poor water clarity.

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SECTION III. INSTALLATION

To install this filter system, you will need the following simple tools – a screwdriver, pliers,

and ½” wrench.

1. Carefully remove the equipment from the carton and check for any evidence of damage due
to rough handling or shipping. If any of the equipment is damaged, immediately notify the
organization where the equipment was purchased.

2. This filter should be mounted on a level concrete slab, preferable concrete poured in a form
or on a platform constructed of concrete block or brick.

3. Position the filter tank on the mounting base so that the drain plug is oriented away from
the motor mount side of the base. Secure the tank to the base with two (2) 5/16-18 bolts.

4A. For Dynamo Pumps: Place the pump on the base with the lint pot to the same side as the

Inlet port of the tank. Secure the pump to the base with two (2) 5/16-18 bolts. See
Diagram 2.

4B. For OptiFlo Pumps: Place the pump on the base with the lint pot to the same side as the

Outlet port of the tank. Secure the pump to the base with two (2) 5/16-18 bolts. See
Diagram 3.

5. Install the connector hose, Item 15 on page 11, to
the inlet port of the tank, tightening the union nut
that is attached to the tank, only hand tight. Bend
the hose 90 degrees to fit the threaded union nut
over the outlet port of the pump. Hand tighten
only.

6. Insert the check valve into the outlet port of the
filter, making sure the rubber diaphragm is facing
outward, see Diagram 1.

7. Install the union elbow adaptor to the outlet port
of the tank tightening the nut only hand tight.
Secure the flex hose with a hose clamp. Tighten
the clamp with a screwdriver. Connect the flex
hose from the outlet side of the filter to the return fitting on the pool wall, using a hose
clamp.

8. Screw the hose adaptor, item number 711006 on page 11, into the inlet port of the pump.
This is the opening in the sidewall of the pump pot. Use Teflon tape on the threads and
tighten no more than one (1) turn past hand tight. Connect the flex hose to this adaptor
with a hose clamp and tighten with a screwdriver. Connect the hose from the inlet port of
the pump to the skimmer, using a hose clamp.

9. Install the High Flow air relief valve to the top of the tank lid. See Diagrams 2 and 3,

Detail A. This is an O-ring seal that requires hand tightening only.

10. Install the pressure gauge in the ¼”NPT threaded hole in the tank lid, using Teflon tape on

the threads. See Diagrams 2 and 3, Detail B.

11. Never install a pump in this system that exceeds the maximum pressure of the filter. See

data label.

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Detail A

Detail B Detail B

Detail A Connector

Hose Assy
170046

Connector
Hose Assy
175015

Diagram 2 Diagram 3

(Installation of Dynamo Pump shown) (Installation of OptiFlo Pump Shown)

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