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Loading Sand Media
1. To keep sand out off collector assembly, place plastic sand shield
over top of collector tube before pouring sand into lter (See
diagram below).
2. To support laterals and prevent
lateral breakage during loadings, ll
tank about half full of water before
loading sand.
3. Pour sand into lter, making sure
that the sand is of the correct type
and quantity for the particular lter
model (Refer lter label).
Make sure gasket area on top of tank is free of sand before installing valve.
4. Before installing valve, double-check that the correct quantity of
sand has been loaded.
5. Remove plastic sand loading shield and keep for future use.
Installation of Multi-Port Valve
1. Install o-ring on valve ange; make sure o-ring is clean, and
has no nicks, tears, or scrapes and lubricate with silicon based
lubricant.
2. Make sure tank and valve anges are clean and free of sand; put
valve on top of tank. Vertical pipe of collector assembly inserts into
base of valve.
3. Install clamp; make sure knob is positioned for easy access for
lter maintenance. Valve port labelled “Pump” should point toward
pump.