Pentair Meteor 26 - User Manual

Rev. C 5-1 1-01 1 P/N • Núm/Pte. • Réf. 9 9 102 0 0 0
Meteor High Rate Sand Filter O wner's Manual
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Important Notice
Attention Installer.
This m anual contains i m portant infor m ation about the ins tallation, operation and safe use of this
product. This infor m ation should b e given to the owner / operator of this equip m ent.
Before insta lling this product, read and follow all warning notices and instructions ac co m panying this product. Failure to follow
safety warnings and instructions can result in severe injury, deat h, or property da m age. Call ( 800 ) 831-7133 for additional free
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Pentair Pool Products
1620 Hawkins Ave., Sanford, NC 27330 • (919) 774-4151
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Table of Contents
SECTION I. FILTER INSTALLATION. ...........................................................................................................2
SECTION II. FILTER OPERATION AND CLEANING. .................................................................................3
SECTION III. START-UP PROCEDURE ...........................................................................................................5
SECTION IV. CLEANING FREQUENCY. .........................................................................................................5
SECTION V. FILTER BACKWASH PROCEDURES. .....................................................................................5
SECTION VI. WINTERIZING THE FILTER. ....................................................................................................7
SECTION VII. EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE. ................................................................................................7
SECTION VIII. TROUBLESHOOTING. ...............................................................................................................8
SECTION IX. TECHNICAL DATA. ...................................................................................................................9
A. REPLACEMENT PARTS, MODEL'S 18 and 20 in. ............................................................................................................... 9
B. REPLACEMENT PARTS, MODELS 22, 26, and 30 in. .......................................................................................................... 9
SECCIÓN I. CÓMO FUNCIONA SU FILTRO. ............................................................................................12
SECTION I. MODE DE FONCTIONNEMENT DU FILTRE.......................................................................20

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Section I. Filter Installation

Filter Mounting and Positioning

Describes mounting the filter on a level slab and positioning for access and visibility.

Electrical Control Installation

Clearance and Space Requirements

Plumbing Connections and Lubrication

Covers plumbing connections, O-rings, silicone lubricant, and pipe joint compound restrictions.

Maximum Working Pressure and Safety

Warns against exceeding maximum working pressure and advises on hydrostatic testing safety.

Section II. Filter Operation and Cleaning

Safe Servicing and System Start-up

Outlines safety procedures for servicing the filter system, including pump shut-off and pressure relief.

Filter Operation Explained

Explains how the sand filter removes dirt and the process of backwashing when pressure rises.

Section III. Start-Up Procedure

Initial Backwashing and Rinse

Details the initial backwash and rinse steps to prepare the filter for operation.

Filter Operation and Pressure Check

Section V. Filter Backwash Procedures

Backwash and Rinse Steps

Provides step-by-step instructions for backwashing and rinsing the filter.

Post-Backwash Operation

Section VI. Winterizing the Filter

Winterization Steps

Control Valve Position

Advises leaving the control valve in the winterize position to protect the seal.

Section VIII. Troubleshooting

Water Clarity Issues

Filter Pressure Problems

Short Filter Cycles and Flow

Sand Returning to Pool

Pentair Meteor 26 Specifications

General

Brand	Pentair
Model	Meteor 26
Category	Lighting Equipment
Language	English