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NOTE Refer to Figure 5 for Steps 6 and 7.
6.(DE Filters) Plumb the Slide Valve outlet labeled PORT A to the heater or pool return lines.
(Sand Filters) Plumb the Slide Valve outlet labeled PORT E to the heater or pool return lines.
7.(DE Filters) Plumb the Slide Valve outlet labeled PORT E to the waste line as needed.
(Sand Filters) Plumb the Slide Valve outlet labeled PORT A to the waste line as needed.
8.Allow the connections to dry for 24 hours.
9.When the glue is dry, start the system and check for proper water flow.
CAUTION
To avoid costly equipment damage, after verifying proper water flow and prior to putting system into normal operating conditions, flush the system using Backwash mode until the waste water is clean. Refer to Section 4 for Backwash mode operation instructions.
Handle Pushed
Down
To Pool
(PORT A)
Filter Outlet (PORT C)
From
Pump
(PORT B)
Filter Inlet
(PORT D)
To Waste (PORT E)
Figure 5. SVLV2 Plumbing Configuration for DE Filters - Filtration Mode
Handle Pulled Up
To Waste (PORT A)
Filter Inlet (PORT C)
From
Pump
(PORT B)
Filter Outlet
(PORT D)
To Pool (PORT E)
Figure 6. SVLV2 Plumbing Configuration for Sand Filters - Filtration Mode
Section 3. Normal Operation
WARNING
To prevent equipment damage and possible injury, the pump must be turned off and the pressure relief valve on top of the filter must be opened. Wait for all air to evacuate the system
1.Turn off the system pump(s).
2.(DE Filters) Ensure that the Slide Valve handle is fully depressed (handle and piston pushed all the way down). Turn the handle until the stainless steel pin on the piston locks into the position bracket.
(Sand Filters) Ensure that the Slide Valve handle is fully extended (handle pulled all the way up).
3.Turn on the filter pump(s). Check the system for normal water flow.
