Toro Aqua-Clear Fiberglass Sand Filters Data Sheet

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Aqua-Clear

Fiberglass Sand Filters

Aqua-Clear

Installation & User's Guide

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS

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Table of Contents

Important Warning and Safety Instructions ......................................................................... ii

Section 1: Introduction ..................................................................................................... 1

Aqua-Clear Fiberglass Sand Filters Overview ........................................................ 1

General Features.....................................................................................................1

Additional Features ..................................................................................................1

Section 2: Installation ....................................................................................................... 2

Installing the AquaClear Fiberglass Sand Filter ....................................................... 2

Introduction ..........................................................................................................2

How the Filter Works ........................................................................................... 2

Installing the Filter ....................................................................................................4

Construction of the Manifold System ....................................................................... 5

How to Configure a 3-Way Valve .........................................................................5

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Initial Start-Up .......................................................................................................... 6

Section 3: Maintenance .....................................................................................................7

Filter Care ................................................................................................................ 7

Cleaning...................................................................................................................7

Filter Procedure .......................................................................................................7

Backwash Procedure ..............................................................................................8

Winterizing and Storing the Filter .............................................................................8

Section 4: Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. 9

Section 5: Replacement Parts ..........................................................................................11

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IMPORTANT WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Important Notice:

This guide provides installation and operation instructions for the Aqua-Clear™ Series
Fiberglass Sand Filters. Consult Toro Micro-Irrigation with any questions regarding this
equipment.

Attention Installer:

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:

filter. Please retain it for future reference.

WARNING —

This guide contains important information about the installation, operation and safe usage of

This manual contains important information that will help you in operating and maintaining this

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 [phone] for additional free copies of these instructions.

Consumer Information and Safety

The Aqua-Clear Fiberglass Sand Filters are 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.

WARNING —

THIS FILTER OPERATES UNDER HIGH PRESSURE

When any part of the irrigation system, (e.g., closure, pump, filter, valve(s), etc.), is serviced, air
can enter the system and become pressurized. Pressurized air can cause the top closure to
separate which can result in severe injury, death, or property damage. To avoid this potential
hazard, follow these instructions:

1. If you are not familiar with your irrigation system filtering system:

a. Do NOT attempt to adjust or service without consulting your dealer, or a qualified irrigation

system technician.

b. Read the entire Installation & User’s Guide before attempting to use, service or adjust the

filtering system.

2. Before repositioning valve(s) and before beginning the assembly, disassembly, or any other
service of the irrigation 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 bleeder valve; (C) wait until all pressure is relieved.

3. Whenever installing the filter closure FOLLOW THE FILTER CLOSURE WARNINGS
EXACTLY.

4. Once service on the irrigation system is complete FOLLOW INITIAL START-UP
INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.

5. Maintain irrigation system properly. Replace worn or damaged parts immediately,
(e.g., closure, pressure gauge, valve(s), o-rings, etc).

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

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WARNING

WARNING —

WARNING —

WARNING —

— This filter must be installed in accordance with the all applicable local codes and ordinances.

Improper installation could result in death or serious injury to users, installers, or others and may
also cause damage to property.

Always disconnect power to the irrigation system at the circuit breaker before servicing the filter.
Ensure that the disconnected circuit is locked out or properly tagged so that it cannot be switched
on while you are working on the filter. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death to
service person, users or others due to electric shock.

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 irrigation system. The following
instructions are intended as a guide for initially operating the filter in a general irrigation system
installation. Failure to follow all operating instructions and warning messages can result in
property damage or severe personal injury or death.

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

Never attempt to adjust any closures or lids or attempt to remove or tighten bolts when the system
is pressurized. These actions can cause the closure to blow off and 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 blow off and could cause severe personal injury or death if they were to
strike a person.

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