Hayward Pool Products S244S - User Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
INSTALLATION, OPERATION & PARTS
MODELS S210S, S244S
PRO™ SERIES HIGH RATE SAND FILTERS
Basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Failure to follow instructions can cause severe
injury and/or death.
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following signal words and be alert to the potential for personal injury.
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ignored presents a potential hazard.
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and if ignored presents a potential hazard. It can also make consumers aware of actions that are unpredictable and unsafe.
The NOTICE label indicates special instructions that are important but not related to hazards.
Use only High Rate Sand No. 20 Silica Sand (.45mm - .55mm)
HAYWARD POOL PRODUCTS, INC.
620 Division Street Elizabeth, NJ 07207 Tel: 908-351-5400
WWW.HAYWARDPOOL.COM
IS210S-06
Rev B

Summary

Hayward Pool Filter Overview and Safety

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines and hazard warnings for filter operation.

Entrapment Hazards and Critical Warnings

Suction Entrapment Risks and Mitigation

Understanding and preventing suction entrapment hazards in pool systems.

Key Operational Safety Alerts

Crucial warnings regarding system pressure, electrical safety, and component integrity.

Installation and System Mechanics

Electrical Safety and Grounding Procedures

Mandatory electrical safety steps for pump installation and operation.

How the Sand Filter Works

Explanation of the sand filtration process and backwashing cycle.

Filter System Installation Steps

Guidance on positioning and assembling the filter tank and valve.

Filter Operation and Water Chemistry

Initial Filter Start-Up and Setup

Step-by-step guide for priming, backwashing, and rinsing the new filter.

Filter Control Valve Functions Explained

Detailed description of each Vari-Flo valve setting and its purpose.

Maintaining Pool Water Chemistry

Guidelines for pH, alkalinity, and chlorine levels for optimal water quality.

Performance, Troubleshooting, and Guidelines

Recommended System Flow Rates

Table of maximum system flow rates by pipe size for optimal performance.

Pool Filter Troubleshooting Guide

Solutions for common issues like low flow, short cycles, and cloudy water.

Hayward Pool Products S244S Specifications

General

Model	S244S
Type	Sand Filter
Flow Rate	50 GPM
Effective Filtration Area	3.14 sq ft
Working Pressure	50 PSI
Valve Type	Multiport
Height	43 in
Tank Diameter	24 inches
Drain Connection	1.5 inches
Inlet/Outlet Size	1.5 in