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ADAPTER INSTALLATION
Use PVC cement to attach a 1-1/2” PVC socket-to-thread adapter (not sup-
plied) to raised collar on filter base to allow attachment of an elbow and hose
for:
1. vacuuming pool, putting water to waste (see Page 12);
2. draining;
3. lowering water level in pool or spa/tub (see Figure 17).
Flammable and poisonous fumes. Use cement only in a well
ventilated area away from flame; follow manufacturer’s instructions.
FILTER ASSEMBLY
1. Replace plugs or close valves in Tank Drain and Auxiliary Drain ports.
2. Push clean air bleed filter all the way down on tube. If tube has been re-
moved, push it into socket seat in base until it bottoms.
3. Set filter element on base.
NOTICE: Be sure blue end marked “TOP” is on top and red end is on bot-
tom. Do not reverse element.
4. Push filter element into base between two circular ribs until it bottoms.
5. Inspect and clean the tank flanges and upper and lower O-Ring seats. If
flanges are deformed, cracked, or corroded, replace entire filter.
6. Reinstall O-Ring. Reinstall tank head. See below for a list of approved
O-Ring lubricants.
NOTICE: On multiple-clamp units, clamp/O-Ring sets are not interchange-
able. When replacing more than one clamp, refer to Parts List, Page 14, for
correct location.
Do not remove or damage safety and instruction labels during
cleaning. Replace any decals which may have been damaged.
7. If bottom clamp was removed, BE SURE bottom of tank body is clean; set
tank body evenly on base and “O” Ring.
8. Install clamp(s) and knob assembly(s); Tighten clamps equipped with knobs
firmly hand tight. Tighten clamps equipped with nuts to 20-30 in. lbs. (23-35
cm-kg) torque. The final gap between the clamp ends should be 1/4 to 3/8”
(6 to 9.5 mm).
9. Clean pump strainer basket.
10. Open system valves as needed.
11. Proceed to “Startup”, Page 7.
STA-RITE APPROVED O-RING LUBRICANTS
Petroleum Jelly (Vaseline) Semi-Permanent Lubrication
Parker Super-O-Lube* Semi-Permanent Lubrication
Aqua-Lube by Allube** Semi-Permanent Lubrication
5% or less Mild Soap Solution Assembly Lubrication
* Parker Seal Group, Lexington, KY
** Allube Div. of Far Best Corp., Los Angeles, CA
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