Pentair METEOR U78-767P User's Manual
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1. cleaning filter by reversing flow RINSE From pump through valve down ward through filter sand up through center pipe to valve and out waste port This position is used for start up cleaning and resettling filter bed after back washing WASTE From pump through valve bypasses filter and goes to waste port This position is for vacuum ing directly to waste lowering pool level or draining pool NO FLOW IN THIS POSITION DO NOT USE THIS SETTING WITH PUMP OPERATING CLOSED RECIRCULATE From pump through valve bypasses filter and goes to return port and back to pool This posi tion is for circulating water with out going through filter WINTERIZING Valve position for a winterized fil ter see page 10 Section VII Filter Backwash Procedures A WARNING Failure to operate your filter system or inadequate filtration can cause poor water clarity obstructing visibility in your pool Poor water clarity may obscure objects in the water which while swimming and diving could cause severe per sonal injury or death Never swim in a pool with poor water clarity 1 Turn off pump 2 Ensure that suction and backwash lines are open so that water is free to come from the pool and flow out the backwash line Set the control valve to backwash position 3 Stand clear of the filter and start pump 4 Backwash filter for approximately 3 5 minutes or until backwash water is clean 5 Turn off pump2. Set control valve back to rinse position 6 Stand clear of the filter and start pump 7 Rinse filter for approximately 3 5 minutes 8 Turn off pump Set control valve back to filter position 9 Stand clear of the filter and start pump 10 The filter has now started its filtering cycle Check that water is returning to the pool and take note of the filter pressure 11 The filter pressure in step 10 above should not exceed the pressure originally observed on the filter when it was initially started If after backwashing the pressure is 4 6 PSI above the start condition it may be necessary to change the sand in the filter Section VIII 1 In areas that have freezing winter tempera tures the pool equipment must be winterized to pro tect it from damage Winterizing the Filter 2 Backwash the filter Shut off the pump and set the control valve to the winterize position 3 Remove the drain port cap at the bottom of the filter IMPORTANT NOTE Remove drain port cap only for draining water from filter Removing the entire fitting will allow sand to drain also The filter will drain slow ly Leave the drain port cap off and store it during the time the system is shut down A CAUTION The control valve should be left in the winterize position dur ing the shutdown season so that the rubber seal of the valve diverter has no pressure on it Failure to do so can damage the valve diverter seal which can cause propert
3. maintain your pump and filter system Due to the different mod els some instructions may not apply to your spe cific system or certain instructions may be dupli cated in other component manuals 2 Provide space and lighting for routine mainte nance access Locate the system close to the pool See Diagram C for typical system installation Do not mount electrical controls over the filter One needs to be able to stand clear of the filter when start ing the pump Systems that are unassembled should be assembled at this point See special instructions A thru E below A Remove all individual components from carton and inspect for any visible damage If carton or parts are damaged contact seller or freight compa ny B Place the system support base on the ground close to the final location of the unit DIAGRAM A PUMP SUPPORT FILTER SUPPORT C Examine the bottom of the filter and confirm the orientation of the four small mounting protru sions on the tank D Align the protrusions on the tank with the dim ples in the filter support portion of the base and place the filter on the base E The pump may now be attached to the pump support side of the base using two bolts The pumps should be positioned as indicated in Diagram B ole Jo No AI e DIAGRAM B 3 At this point you need to move the system into its final position The system must be placed
4. the pump and filter and for proper operation of the system clean pump strainer and skimmer baskets regularly 8 Check the system for water leaks If a leak is found shut pump off before correcting the leak 9 As the filter removes dirt and impurities from the pool water the accumulation will cause the filter pres sure to rise and flow to diminish When the pressure gauge reading is 5 to 7 PSI higher than the clean filter reading noted above it is time to backwash the filter Section V Cleaning Frequency 1 Cleaning frequency will vary from pool to pool and with other factors such as weather condition heavy rains dust pollen bather load and water chem istry Check the pressure gauge reading on a regular basis and when the pressure gauge reading increases 5 to 7 PSI over the initial clean filter reading it is time to backwash your filter 2 It is important NOT to backwash the filter solely on a timed basis such as every two days It is also important to note that backwashing too frequent ly actually causes poor filtration Section VI Filter and Control Valve Functions FILTER From pump through valve down ward through filter sand bed up through center pipe to valve return port and back to the pool for nor mal filter action and vacuuming pool through filter BACKWASH From pump through valve down through center pipe up through fil ter sand to valve and out waste port This position is used for
5. Do not over tighten tapered thread connection 13 Install pressure gauge in 1 4 NPT port directly across from the pump port of the valve 14 Never store pool chemicals within 10 feet of your pool filter pump or valve Pool chemicals should always be stored in a cool dry well ventilated area A WARNING Chemical fumes and or spills can cause severe corrosive attack to the filter and pump structural components Structurally weakened components can cause filter pump or valve attach ments to blow off and could cause severe bodily injury or property damage A WARNING The system s centrifugal pump operates with electrical volt age and can generate both vacuum and pressure in the water system When properly wired and plumbed this pump will operate in a safe manner A WARNING Hazardous voltage can cause severe or fatal injury Always install a suitable GFCI at the power source of this unit as an added safety precaution Article 680 31 of the NEC requires that a GFCI be used if this pump is used with storable pools 15 Avoid over tightening the pipe threads when con necting fittings to the pump or valve Proper procedure is to apply a pipe sealant to the thread and then install hand tight plus 1 turn DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN 16 The pump suction line should not be smaller than the pipe size on the inlet of the pump 17 Electrical connection of the pump should be per formed by a licensed electrician in ac
6. Meteor Filter System Owner s Manual IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Table of Contents SECTION I Pump Safety Instructions SECTION II How Your Filter Works u sense nn 3 SECTION II Installation SECTION IV Initial Start Up SECTION V Cleaning Frequency SECTION VI Filter and Control Valve Functions SECTION VII Filter Backwash Procedures SECTION VII Winterizing the Filter SECTION IX Troubleshooting SECTION X Technical Data SECTION XI Pump Instructions A WARNING Before installing this product read and follow all warning notices and instructions accompanying this filter Failure to follow safety warnings and instructions can result in severe injury death or property damage Call 800 831 7133 for additional free copies of these instructions Important Notice 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 e a Pentair Pool Products Pentair ool Products 1620 Hawkins Ave Sanford NC 27330 919 774 4151 eo 10951 West Los Angeles Ave Moorpark CA 93021 805 523 2400 Because reliability matters most Rev B 7 06 1 P N 155671 Section I Pump Safety Instructions IMPORTANT NOTICE Attention Installer This manual contains important information about the installation operation and safe use
7. cordance with the National Electrical Code or your local electrical code RECOMMENDED CIRCUIT BREAKER AND WIRING DATA MESAS in Ft of Volts Hz Branch MESAS aig mon 0 50 Ft 50 100 Ft EE 15 amp 1151601 Ce II 1 1 2 20 AMP 115 60 1 A WARNING Blockage of suction fittings can cause severe or fatal injury due to drowning Small children using pool spa equipment Branch a Circuit must always have close adult supervision To reduce the risk of injury do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times A WARNING Never work on pump while it is running or power is still con nected Hazardous voltage can cause severe or fatal injury A suitable ground fault interrupter should always be installed at the power supply source of this unit Ground motor before connecting to electrical power supply Failure to ground motor can cause severe or fatal electrical shock hazard Do not ground to a gas supply line 18 Use lug on top of motor frame to bond togeth er motor and all metallic parts of pool spa or hot tub structure and all electrical equipment metal conduit and metal piping with a solid copper conductor not less than No 8 A W G 19 The pump motor must be wired for the proper voltage in accordance with the wiring diagram supplied with the motor Wiring the motor with the incorrect supply voltage will cause damage to the motor and void the
8. cts 1620 Hawkins Ave Sanford NC 27330 919 774 4151 BETEN 10951 West Los Angeles Ave Moorpark CA 93021 805 523 2400 Because reliability matters most 16
9. eam of water comes out then close air relief valve Pump is now primed If pump is installed below water level close return line prior to filling hair lint pot with water Line must be re opened before turning pump on To clean basket pump must be off Follow procedure above to prime pump After removing lid remove basket and empty debris Replace basket and proceed to fill pot with water It is important to visually inspect the basket through the see through lid at least once a week A dirty basket will reduce the efficiency of your system and can put an abnormal load on the pump which could result in costly repair bills A CAUTION DO NOT RUN PUMP DRY If pump is run dry the mechanical seal will be damaged and external leakage will occur When a seal is damaged the seal must be replaced A CAUTION ALWAYS MAINTAIN PROPER WATER LEVEL IN THE POOL Water level must be half way up the skimmer opening A low water level can cause the pump motor to run dry which will damage the mechanical seal and cause external leakage 3 Shaft Seal Rotary Seal The shaft seal con sists of two parts a Rotating ceramic seal pressed fit into the impeller b A stationary spring loaded seal press fitted into the rear of the volute A CAUTION The highly polished and lapped faces of the seal are easily damaged Handle with care This centrifugal pump requires little or no service however the shaft seal will wear
10. fluent runs clear Chemically clean filter Open valve or remove obstruction in return line Backwash until effluent runs clear Maintain pool chemistry or consult pool service technician Manually remove top 1 surface of sand bed and chemically clean as required Restrict flow to capacity of filter Clean basket in strainer Disassemble and clean pump Clean skimmer basket Remove obstruction in lines Open valves in suction line Replace broken or damaged laterals Reduce backwash flow rate Section X Technical Data Replacement Parts List 6 Way Valve Item Part No Description 27 2520 Handle 27 2505 Washer Plastic 27 2405 Screw Handle 27 2527 Valve Top Black 27 2511 O Ring Diverter Shaft 35 4053 O Ring 27 2535 Spring 100 Lb 1 3 8 O D SS 27 2512 Diverter W Gasket 35 4636 Screw 10 24 Hex Pan HD 15 2946 Washer 9 16 SS 15 2945 Nut 10 24 Serrated Flange SS 27 2530 Valve Body W Differ Clamp Style 27 3512 Air Bleeder W O Ring 27 2541 O Ring 3 16 x 4 5 8 1 D 15 2165 Clamp Assembly See Note 2 15 5050 Pressure Gauge 15 2166 Clamp Half 15 2168 Screw M6X1 Pan HD Phillips SS 15 2167 Nut M6SS 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 6 6 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 NOTE 1 Valve Top Assembly P N 27 2531 consists of items 1 thru 8 and valve instructions 27 2517 2 Clamp Assembly P N 15 2165 consists of items 17 thru 19 10 Section X Technical Data Replacement Parts System l
11. m D DIAGRAM D VALVE FLANGE TYPICAL CLAMP HALF TANK FLANGE 8 The plastic clamp can now be installed Place the clamp half over the valve flange and the tank flange as shown in diagram D Insert the valve screws and nuts into the clamp half making sure that the nuts are located in the special hexagonal retainer slots on the clamps See Diagram E 9 Tighten clamp screws firmly and visually check the valve tank and clamp assembly to insure that the joint is correctly assembled A WARNING Improper tank valve assembly could cause the valve to blow off and cause severe injury and or property damage 10 Valve ports are labeled with the location of where they should be connected i e pump port must go to pump discharge waste port must go to the waste line and return port must go to the pool return 11 The filter unit has a maximum operating pressure listed on the filter name plate DO NOT OPERATE this unit above the maximum operating pressure of the valve or the filter Never connect the filter and valve unit to a pump which can generate a pressure that exceeds the Operating pressure of the filter or valve 12 Use sealant on all tapered male connections of pipe and fittings Use only sealant compounds suited for plastic pipe Support pipe to prevent strains on filter pump or valve DO NOT USE PETROLEUM BASED PRODUCTS NOTICE All valve Internal threads are tapered except the air bleeder connection
12. of this product This information should be given to the owner operator of this equipment A WARNING Before installing read and follow all warning notices and instructions accompanying this filter Failure to follow safety warnings and instructions can result in severe injury death or property damage Call 1 800 931 7133 for additional free copies of these instructions PUMP SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When installing and using this electrical equipment basic safety precautions should always be fol lowed including the following 1 READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of injury do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times WARNING Risk of Electric Shock Connect only to a grounding type receptacle protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI Contact a qualified electrician if you cannot verify that the receptacle is protected by a GFCI Do not bury the electrical cord Locate the cord to minimize abuse from lawn mowers hedge trim mers and other equipment WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock replace damaged cord immediately WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock do not use an extension cord to connect unit to electric supply provide a properly located outlet CAUTION For continued protection against possible electric shock this unit is to be mounted to the base in accordance with the installation instruc
13. on level solid earth The entire system filled with sand and water can weigh several hundred pounds 4 Be certain to install the precise amount of filter sand listed on your filter nameplate You must use only No 20 standard silica sand having a uniformity coeffi cient of 1 75 or less No 20 silica sand has a particle size of 018 022 inches 45 to 55 mm Before pour ing the sand into the filter look inside and check the lower underdrain for broken or loose laterals or fin gers which may have been accidentally damaged by rough handling during shipment Replace any broken parts if necessary Som UY y No RETURN TO POOL as j FR SKIMMER DIAGRAM C POOL 5 Install the sand guide in the top of the filter and fill the tank about half full with water Pour the sand into the top of the filter at a slow rate so that the weight of the sand does not damage the laterals After filling to the proper level remove and discard the sand guide Wash away all sand around the opening at the top of the tank 6 Be sure top of filter is free of any sand or debris and valve o ring is in place on valve body Install valve so that the port locations are in the desired final position See Diagram C 7 Insure that the valve is firmly pushed into the top of the tank and that the flange of the tank and the flange of the valve are contacting each other See Diagra
14. operate in a safe manner Air entering the filter and the valve not clamped correctly can cause the valve to be blown off which could cause severe personal injury and or property damage A CAUTION Always turn pump off before changing valve positions Changing valve positions while the pump is running can damage the control valve which may cause personal injury or property damage 3 Stand clear of the filter Prime and start pump according to the pump instructions allowing the filter tank to fill with water Once the water flow is steady out of the waste line run the pump for at least two minutes This initial backwashing of the filter is rec ommended to remove any impurities of fine sand par ticles in the Silica sand media 4 Turn the pump off and set valve to rinse posi tion Ensure that all pool suction and return lines are open so that the water is free to flow from the pool to waste Stand clear of filter and start the pump 5 Run the pump for at least two minutes 6 Turn the pump off and set valve to filter posi tion Ensure that all pool suction and return lines are open so that water is free to flow from and to the pool Stand clear of filter and start the pump 7 Your filter has now started its filtering cycle You should check that water is returning to the pool and take note of the operating pressure My original starting pressure is PSI with the filter clean A CAUTION To prevent damage to
15. tem No Part No OCONNNOO BWP 272526 152166 152167 154711 154715 154712 152223 152224 152225 150084 150085 152901 Description Valve Clamp Nut Drain Gasket Cap Internal assm 18 Internal assm 20 Internal assm 22 Lateral Long 18 20 Lateral XLong 22 Base See Dealer Pump 155662 155663 155664 152168 150055 155655 155656 155657 272541 190059 U78 767P 711004 155153 20 Quick Connect Hose 22 Quick Connect Hose 24 Quick Connect Hose Screw Drain Assm Complete 18 Replacement Tank 20 Replacement Tank 22 Replacement Tank O Ring Gauge with Indicator Adaptor hose 1 1 2 Hose Clamp 6 Hose 11 Section XL Pump Instructions A CAUTION To reduce the risk of electric shock do not use an extension cord Only connect to a GFCI pro tected receptacle Failure to do so could result in an electrical shock to pool users installers or others which can result in serious personal injury or death 1 To prime pump pump must be off Unscrew lid from pot and fill pot with water to level of suction line Inspect O ring lubricate with silicone lubricant Screw lid into pot hand tighten lid shoulder will come to rest on pot surface Turn pump on depending upon elevation above water level and horizontal dis tance of suction line priming time will vary If filter is installed open air relief valve before turning pump on until a steady str
16. tions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Section I How Your Filter Works Your high rate sand filter is designed to produce clear sparkling water and operate for years with a minimum of maintenance when installed operated and main tained in accordance with these instructions Your filter uses special filter sand to remove dirt par ticles from the water Dirt is collected in the filter by the sand bed as water flows through the filter Water enters the filter through the valve on top of the filter and is distributed evenly downward across the sand bed The dirt is removed by the sand and the clean water flows through the piping laterals at the bottom of the filter up through the center pipe back to the valve on top of the filter where the clean water is returned to the pool through the piping or hoses After a period of time dirt will accumulate in the fil ter causing a resistance to the flow of water through the filter This resistance results in a diminished flow of water and a rise in the pressure of the filter Eventually the filter sand will have removed so much dirt and the filter pressure risen to such a point that it will be necessary to clean backwash your filter By setting the valve on top of the filter to the back wash position the flow of water is automatically reversed through the filter so that the flow of water is directed to the bottom of the filter up through the sand bed flushing the dirt and debris out thro
17. ugh the waste line Once the backwash procedure is complete the valve is manually returned to its filter position to resume normal filtration The filter s function is to remove suspended matter from the water and does not sanitize the water For sparkling clear water the water must be sanitized as well as balanced Pool chemistry is a specialized area and you should consult your local pool service spe cialist for specific details In general proper pool san itation requires a free chlorine level of 1 to 2 PPM and a PH range of 7 2 to 7 6 A WARNING Failure to operate your filter system or inadequate filtration can cause poor water clarity obstructing visibility in your pool Poor water clarity may obscure objects in the water which while swimming and diving could cause severe personal injury or death Never swim in a pool with poor water Clarity Your filtration system should be designed to meet your local health codes As a minimum you must be sure that your system will turnover the total volume of water in your pool at least twice in a twenty four hour period A WARNING Failure to operate your filter system or inadequate filtration can cause poor water clarity obstructing visibility in your pool and can allow diving into or on top of obscured objects which can cause serious personal injury or drowning Section III Installation 1 Read and understand all instructions before attempting to install operate or
18. warranty 20 The wiring to the motor should be kept as short as possible and large enough NOT to cause an exces sive voltage drop which could damage your pump Use the chart above as a guide to ensuring adequate voltage is supplied to the pump When checking the pump operation without water do not run the unit longer than 30 seconds Damage to the pump on mechanical seal could result if ran longer than 30 seconds WARNING FOR CORD AND PLUG CONNECTED UNITS RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK Connect only to a grounding type receptacle protected by a ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI Contact a qualified electrician if you cannot veri fy that the receptacle is protected by GFCI Do Not Bury Cord Locate cord to minimize abuse from lawn mowers hedge trimmers and other equipment To reduce the risk of electric shock replace damage cord immediately To reduce the risk of electric shock Do Not Use an extension cord to connect unit to electric sup ply provide a properly located outlet Section IV Initial Start Up 1 Be sure the correct amount of Silica filter sand is in the tank and that all connections have been made and are secure 2 Check that the backwash is open so that water is free to flow from the pool and out the backwash line Set the control valve to Backwash position A WARNING This filter operates under pressure With the valve clamped properly and operated without air in the system this filter will
19. with nor mal use over the years and will requrie periodic replacement 12 4 The electric motor a The electric motor should be protected from foreign matter water splashing hosing and the weather Enclosures should be well ventilated to prevent overheating If a motor becomes wet permit it to dry before running it If a motor has been damaged by water or dirt the warranty is void The motors used on these pumps are 48 frame through bolt motors The through bolts are used to secure the volute to the motor When replacing motor mark the end bells and the motor shell to indicate alignment Remove the four nuts from the through bolts at shaft end Place shaft through back of volute and locate through bolts in line with brass inserts located in four legs at rear of volute be sure end bell and shell marking line up Securely fasten motor to volute Protect motor from heat Provide ample venti lation Protect motor from dirt and chemicals Keep motor motor vents and surrounding area clean Avoid sweeping or stirring up dust near the motor while it is running Avoid stirring or spilling water chemicals near the motor Protect motor from moisture Provide protec tion from rain snow lawn sprinklers etc Locate motor on a slight elevation so that water will not run or puddle nearby Do not splash water on or near the motor NOTES NOTES NOTES SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Pentair Pool Products Pentair Produ
20. y damage from leaking water 4 Drain all appropriate system piping 5 It is recommended that the pump and filter be covered with a tarpaulin or plastic sheet to inhibit deterioration from the weather DO NOT wrap pump motor with plastic Section IX Troubleshooting Problem mio Cause Pool water not sufficiently clean _ Higher filter pressure Short filter cycles Return flow to pool diminished low filter pressure Sand returning to pool 1 Pool chemistry not adequate to inhibit algae growth 2 Too frequent a backwash cycle 3 Improper amount or wrong sand size 4 Inadequate turnover rate Insufficient backwashing 2 Partially closed valve or restriction Improper backwashing N Pool chemistry not adequate to inhibit algae growth oo Plugged sand bed Flow rate too high Obstruction in the pump hair and lint pot 2 Obstruction in pump 3 Obstruction in suction line to pump 1 Broken underdrain lateral 2 Backwash rate too high service technician Sand bed plugged with mineral deposits Remedy _ Maintain pool chemistry or consult pool service technician Allow pressure to build to 10 PSI above clean filter condition before backwashing Check sand bed depth and sand size or consult pool service technician Run system for longer time or consult dealer or pool Backwash until ef
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