Intex Krystal Clean Poolwater 8221 - Troubleshooting Common Problems; Addressing Motor and Flow Rate Issues

Trouble Shooting Guide
FILTER MOTOR • Not plugged in. • Filter cord must be plugged into a 3 wire
FAILS TO • Fuse box needs checking. outlet that is protected by a Class A
START • GFCI circuit breaker tripped. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter, or RCD.
• Reset circuit breaker. If circuit breaker trips
repeatedly, your electrical system may
have a defect. Turn off circuit breaker and
call an electrician to correct the problem.
• Motor too hot and overload protection shut
motor off. Let motor cool down.
FILTER DOESN’T • Improper chlorine or pH levels. • Adjust chlorine and pH level. Consult your
CLEAN POOL • Filter cartridge dirty. local swimming pool supply stores.
• Cartridge damaged. • Clean or replace cartridge.
• Excessively dirty pool. • Check for holes in cartridge. Replace if
• Strainer screen restricting flow. damaged.
• Operate filter for longer periods.
• Clean strainer screen at pool wall inlet.
FILTER DOESN'T • Inlet/discharge clogged. • Look for obstructions in intake hose or
PUMP WATER • Air leak on intake line. discharge hose inside pool wall.
OR FLOW IS • Scale or buildup on cartridge. • Tighten hose nuts, check hoses for
VERY SLOW • Excessively dirty pool. damage, check pool water level.
• Filter cartridge dirty. • Replace cartridge.
• Clean cartridge more often.
• Clean inside plunger valve.
• Pull valve handle to full upright position.
PUMP DOESN'T • Low water level. • Fill pool to correct water level.
WORK • Strainer screen plugged up. • Clean strainer screens at pool inlet.
• Air leak on intake hose. • Tighten hose nuts, check hose for damage.
• Faulty motor or impeller jammed. • Check & clear any sticks or leaves in
• Air lock inside cartridge chamber. intake to pump.
• Turn & pull valve handle to full upright
position.
TOP COVER • O-ring missing. • Remove cover & check for O-ring.
LEAKING • Cover not tight. • Tighten cover (Manually).
• Filter cartridge dirty. • Replace or clean cartridge.
HOSE LEAKING • Hose nuts. • Tighten/reinstall hose nut.
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(104) ENGLISH SALTWATER SYSTEM/FILTER PUMP MODEL8221/8231 SIZE: 7.5” X 10.5” 09/18/2006
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