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Jandy
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Pro Series Sand Filter SFTM22-1.5, SFTM24-2.0
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Installation & Operation Manual
SECTION 1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
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MAXIMUM OPERATING PRESSURE OF THE FILTER IS 35 PSI. NEVER SUBJECT THE
FILTER TO ANY OPERATING PRESSURE EXCEEDING 35 PSI
• Do not connect the system to an unregulated city water system or other
external source of pressurized water producing pressures greater than 35 PSI.
• Thislteroperatesunderhighpressure.Whenanypartofthecirculating
system,i.e.,lter,pump,valve(s),etc.isserviced,aircanenterthesystemand
become pressurized when the system is restarted.
• Pressurized air in a system can cause product failure or also cause the dial
valve to be blown off which can result in death, serious personal injury or property damage.
• Tominimizeriskofsevereinjuryordeath,thelterand/orpumpshouldnotbesubjectedtothepiping
pressurization test. Local codes may require the pool piping system to be subjected to a pressure
test.Theserequirementsaregenerallynotintendedtoapplytothepoolequipmentsuchasltersor
pumps. Jandy pool equipment is pressure tested at the factory.
If however, this WARNINGcannotbefollowedandpressuretestingofthepipingsystemmustincludethelterand/
or pump BE SURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
• Check all clamps, bolts, lids, locking devices and system accessories to ensure they are properly
installed and secured before testing.
• RELEASE ALL AIR in the system before testing.
• Water pressure for test must NOT EXCEED 35 PSI
• WatertemperaturefortestmustNOTEXCEED100ºF(38ºC).
• Limit test to 24 hours. After test, visually check system to be sure it is ready for operation.
NOTICE: These parameters apply only to Jandy equipment. For non-Jandy equipment, consult the equipment
manufacturer.
To avoid electrical shock hazard, which can result in serious injury or death:
• Ensure that all electrical to the system is turned off before approaching, inspecting or troubleshooting
any leaking valves or plumbing that may have caused other electrical devices in the surrounding area
to get wet.
• Waterdischargedfromanimproperlypositionedlterorvalvecancreateanelectricalhazardwhich
can cause death, serious injury or property damage.
• Improperdialvalveinstallationcancauseproductfailureoralsocausethelterdialtobeblownoff,
which can result in death, serious personal injury or property damage.
• Never attempt to adjust or remove the dial valve when the pump is running or there is pressure in the
system.thiscancauseproductfailureoralsocausethelterdialtobeblownoff,whichcanresultin
death, serious personal injury or property damage.
CAUTION
• Maintain your pressure gauge in good working order. The pressure gauge is the primary indicator of
howthelterisoperating.
• Creating high vacuum levels can cause the tank vessel to crack and leak with the potential for
property damage.
• Be sure that all provisions for waste water disposal meet local, provincial or national codes. During
any backwash or draining process, 100 gallons or more of water will be discharged. Do not discharge
waterwhereitwillcausefloodingordamage.
• Toavoiddamagingthelaterals(spokes),slowlyaddtheltermediauntilthelateralsarefullycovered.
ConsultInstallationandOperationManualforcompletesandllinginstructionsCrackedorbroken
laterals(spokes)willcausesandtobedischargedtothepool.
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.
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