Intex SF70220 Owner Manual

(195IO) SAND FILTER PUMP ENGLISH 7.5” X 10.3” PANTONE 295U 07/03/2015

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IMPORTANT

SAFETY RULES

Please read, understand, and follow all instructions carefully before installing and using this product. Keep for future reference.

Model SF80220

Model SF70220

Model SF60220

For illustrative purposes only.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warnings.......................................................................... 3

Parts References............................................................. 4-5

Setup Instructions ......................................................... 6-13

Product Specifications................................................... 8

Operating Instructions ................................................... 14-16

Intex Pools Operating Time Table.................................. 17

Non-Intex Pools Operating Time Table.......................... 18

Maintenance.................................................................... 19

Long Term Storage.......................................................... 20

Troubleshooting Guide................................................... 21

Common Pool Problems................................................. 22

General Aquatic Safety................................................... 22

Limited Warranty............................................................. 23

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES

Read, Understand and Follow All Instructions Carefully Before Installing and Using this Product.

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

• To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product. Always supervise children and those with

disabilities.

• Children must stay away from this product and electrical cord(s).

• Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without

supervision

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory

or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction

concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

• Assembly and disassembly by adults only.

• Risk of electric shock. Connect this product only to a grounding type receptacle protected by a ground-fault circuit

interrupter (GFCI) or residual current device (RCD). Contact a qualified electrician if you cannot verify that the

receptacle is protected by a GFCI/RCD. Use a qualified electrician to install the GFCI/RCD, which has a maximum

rate of 30mA. Do not use a portable residual current device (PRCD).

• Always unplug this product from the electrical outlet before removing, cleaning, servicing or making any adjustment

to the product.

• The plug must be accessible after produc t is installed.

• Do not bury the electrical cord. Locate the cord where it will not be damaged by lawn mowers, hedge trimmers and

other equipment.

• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified

persons in order to avoid a hazard.

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use extension cords, timers, plug adaptors or converter plugs to

connect unit to electric supply; provide a properly located outlet.

• Do not attempt to plug in or unplug this product while standing in water or when your hands are wet.

• Keep this product more than 2m away from the pool.

• Keep this product more than 3.5m away from the pool (for France only).

• Keep the plug of this product more than 3.5m away from the pool.

• Position this product away from the pool, so as to prevent children from climbing on it and accessing the pool.

• Do not operate this product when pool is occupied.

• This product is for use with storable pools only. Do not use with permanently installed pools. A storable pool is

constructed so that it may be readily disassembled for storage and reassembled to its original configuration.

• To reduce the risk of entrapment hazard, never enter the pool if suction strainer component is loose, broken,

cracked, damaged or missing. Replace loose, broken, damaged, cracked or missing suction strainer components

immediately.

• Never play or swim near suction fittings. Your body or hair may be trapped causing permanent injury or drowning.

• To prevent equipment damage and risk of injury, always turn pump off before changing the filter control valve

position.

• Never operate this product above the maximum working pressure stated on the filter tank.

• Hazardous Pressure. Improper tank valve cover assembly could cause the valve cover to blow off and cause

serious injury, property damage or death.

• This product is intended to be used only for the purposes described in the manual!

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, ELECTRIC SHOCK,

ENTANGLEMENT OR OTHER SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

These product warnings, instructions and safety rules provided with the product represent some common risks of water recreation devices and do not cover all instances of risk and danger. Please use common sense and good judgement when enjoying any water activity.


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PARTS REFERENCE

Before assembling your product, please take a few minutes to check the contents and become familiar with all the parts.

2

11

12

32

37

13

18

36

19

20

14

35

15

16

17

39

*

38

9 10 8

23 24

25 26 27

33

*

34 20 19

23 24

25 26 40

21

22

*

21

22

*

23 28

23 28

29 31

29 30

21

22

21

22

" * ": Optional.

NOTE: Drawings for illustration purpose only. Actual product may vary. Not to scale.


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PARTS REFERENCE

Before assembling your product, please take a few minutes to check the contents and become familiar with all the parts.

REF. NO.

7

8

9

5

6

3

4

1

2

14

15

16

17

10

11

12

13

DESCRIPTION

PRESSURE GAUGE

6-WAY VALVE

DRAIN OUTLET COVER

CLAMP

TANK O-RING

SAND SHIELD

CENTER PIPE HUB

LATERAL

DRAIN VALVE CAP

DRAIN VALVE O-RING

L-SHAPE O-RING

HOSE WITH NUTS

SAND FILTER INTERCONNECTING HOSE

LEAF TRAP NUT

LEAF TRAP O-RING

BASKET

FILTER HOUSING NUT

36

37

38

39

18

19

20

L-SHAPE O-RING

AIR RELEASE VALVE / SEDIMENT RELEASE VALVE

VALVE O-RING

21* PLUNGER VALVE (HOSE O-RING & STEP WASHER INCLUDED)

22*

23*

24*

32

33

34

HOSE O-RING

STEP WASHER

STRAINER NUT

25*

26*

27*

28*

FLAT STRAINER RUBBER WASHER

THREADED STRAINER CONNECTOR

ADJUSTABLE POOL INLET NOZZLE

ADAPTOR B

29

*

STRAINER CONNECTOR

30

*

POOL INLET NOZZLE

31

*

STRAINER GRID

SCREW

PUMP MOTOR & CONTROL

PRE-FILTER ASSEMBLY

35 LEAF TRAP COVER

SAND FILTER PUMP MOTOR INLET O-RING

SAND FILTER PUMP TANK

SAND FILTER PUMP TANK BASE

PRE-FILTER HOUSING

40* STRAINER GRID

QTY.

2

2

2

2

2

1

2

1

1

1

1

2

1

1

4

1

1

1

10

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2

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2

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1

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2

2

1

" * ": Optional.

When ordering parts, be sure to quote the model number and part numbers.

SPARE PART NO.

SF80220

11411

11378

11131

11380

11379

11382

11815

11484

11456

11385

11228

11010

11820

11822

11824

11821

11261

11412

10460

10264

10747

10262

10745

10256

10255

11235

11074

10722

11070

11071

12197

11381

11818

11826

11806

11371

11823 11480

11457 11457

11804

11816

12100

11802

11800

12099

12198 12198

11412

10460

10264

10747

10262

10745

10256

10255

11235

11074

10722

11070

11071

12197

11381

SF70220

11224

11496

11131

11380

11379

11382

11813

11384

11456

11385

11228

11010

11388

11479

11232

11260

11261

11808

11371

11480

11457

11803

11801

12099

12198

11412

10460

10264

10747

10262

10745

10256

10255

11235

11074

10722

11070

11071

12197

11381

SF60220

11224

11496

11131

11380

11379

11382

11814

11384

11456

11385

11228

11010

11535

11479

11232

11260

11261


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POOL OUTLET - STRAINER & PLUNGER VALVE SETUP (optional)

The strainer grid prevents large objects from jamming and/or damaging the filter pump. If your pool has an inflatable top ring, install the strainer, nozzle and plunger valve before inflating the pool liner top ring. The part numbers here onward refer to the parts depicted in the Parts List section of this manual. To install, do the following:

1. In a counter-clockwise motion unscrew plunger valve union from the threaded

Be careful not to lose the step rubber the ground in a safe place.

2. In a counter-clockwise motion unscrew the on the connector (26).

3. Install the strainer and plunger valve at the lower position of pool outlet (marked "+").

From the inside of the pool liner insert the

with the washer remaining on the connector to be placed against the inside of the liner wall.

4. Before assembly, lubricate the threads with a petroleum jelly. With the flat side of the the liner in a clockwise motion screw the

5. Finger tighten the strainer nut (24) onto the

6. Grasp the plunger valve assembly. Make sure the step washer (23) is in place.

7. In a clockwise motion screw the plunger

8. In a clockwise motion turn the plunger valve handle to close position. Ensure the plunger valve is securely closed. This will prevent water from flowing out during filling of the pool (see drawing 4).

24

2

23

2

INSIDE

LINER WALL

2

25

26

1

1

40

1

3

4

INSIDE

LINER WALL


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POOL INLET - NOZZLE & PLUNGER VALVE SETUP (optional)

1. In a counter-clockwise motion unscrew plunger valve union from the threaded

Be careful not to lose the step rubber the ground in a safe place.

2. In a counter-clockwise motion unscrew the

2

5

1

INSIDE

LINER WALL

6

on the connector (26).

3. Install the nozzle and plunger valve at the upper position of pool inlet. From the inside of the pool liner insert the connector (26) into one of the pre-cut holes with the washer remaining on the connector to be placed against the inside of the liner wall.

4. Before assembly, lubricate the threads with a petroleum jelly. With the flat side of the the liner in a clockwise motion screw the

24 25 26 27

1

7

5. Finger tighten the adjustable pool inlet the threaded connector (26).

6. Grasp the plunger valve assembly. Make sure the step washer (23) is in place.

7. In a clockwise motion screw the plunger

2

8

8. In a clockwise motion turn the plunger valve handle to close position. Ensure the plunger valve is securely closed. This will prevent water from flowing out during filling of the pool (see drawing 8).

9. Adjust the direction of nozzle head pointing away from the pool outlet for a better

10. The pool liner is now ready to fill with water. Consult the above-ground-pool owner’s manual for filling instructions.

INSIDE

LINER WALL

9

Pool

WATER

FLOW


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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

The sand filter removes suspended particles but does not sanitize your pool. Pool chemistry is a specialized area and you should consult your local pool service specialist for details.

Model:

Power:

Effective filtering area:

Pump flow rate (at pump outlet):

SF80220

220-240 Volt AC

Wattage: 370 W

Maximum working pressure: 2 bar (30 psi)

SF70220

220-240 Volt AC

550 W

2 bar (30 psi)

SF60220

220-240 Volt AC

650 W

2 bar (30 psi)

0.07 m

2

(0.79 ft

2

) 0.1 m

2

(1.07 ft

2

) 0.13 m

2

(1.44 ft

2

)

7.9 m

3

/h (2100 GPH) 10.5 m

3

/h (2800 GPH) 12 m

3

/h (3200 GPH)

Recommended filtering media quantity:

Recommended filtering media (Not included):

No. 20 silica sand

23 Kg (50 Lbs) or glass sand 16 Kg (35 Lbs).

No. 20 silica sand


No. 20 silica sand


No. 20 silica sand or glass sand. Particle size range 0.45 to 0.85 mm (0.018 to 0.033 inches). Uniformity Coefficient less than 1.75.

Limited Warranty: see “Limited Warranty”

NOTE: NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WITH KCP-LOW -SALT AUTOMATIC SALTWATER SYSTEM

(MODEL 6110/6220)

SETUP INSTRUCTIONS

TOOLS REQUIRED: One (1) Phillips screwdriver

Pump location and mounting:

• The system must be installed on a solid level and vibration-free base.

• Provide a location protected from the weather, moisture, flooding and freezing

temperature.

• Provide adequate access, space and lighting for routine maintenance.

• Pump motor requires free circulation of air for cooling. Do not install the pump in a damp or non-ventilated location.

A team of 2 or more people is recommended for setting up this product.

Motor pre-filtering assembly setup:

1. Remove the sand filter and its accessories from the packaging carefully and inspect for any

2. In a counter-clockwise motion unscrew the leaf trap cover (14) from the pre-filter housing.

Take out the basket (16) and filter housing nut (17) (see drawing 10).

3. Connect the pre-filter housing to the motor water inlet. Note: Align the connector in the

pre-filter housing with the water inlet on the motor (see drawing 11).

10 11

14

35

16

17


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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

4. In a clockwise motion screw filter housing nut (17) onto the motor water inlet (See

drawings 12.1 & 12.2).

12.1

12.2

17

17

5. Replace the basket (16) and leaf trap cover (14) back to the pre-filter housing (See

drawings 13.1 & 13.2).

13.1

14

35

16

13.2

19

Sand tank installation:

1. Place the tank support base at the selected location.

2. Place the tank on the tank support base (See drawing 14.1).

3. Connect the motor pre-filtering assembly unit to the tank support base (See drawing 14.2).

NOTE: Ensure the pre-filter housing water inlet hose connection is facing towards the pool.

IMPORTANT: Some countries, especially in the European community, require the

product to be secured to the ground or to a base in a permanent upright position.

Check your local authorities to determine if there is a regulation in your area

regarding above-the-ground swimming pool filter-pumps. If yes, then the product

can be mounted to a platform using the two holes located in the base.

See drawing 14.3.

The product can be mounted on a cement base or onto a wooden platform to prevent accidental falling over.

• The mounting holes are 6.4 mm in diameter and spaced 100 mm for model

SF80220 (spaced 115 mm for model SF70220 & SF60220) apart.

• Use two bolts and lock nuts with a maximum of 6.4 mm in diameter.

14.1

14.2

14.3

Model SF80220: 100 mm

Model SF70220 & SF60220: 115 mm


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Sand loading:

IMPORTANT: Use No. 20 silica sand or glass sand with particle size range 0.45 to 0.85 mm

(0.018 to 0.033 inches) and a Uniformity Coefficient less than 1.75.

Only use the filter media specified by the manufacturer.

NOTE: Before loading the tank with sand, ensure the center pipe hub assembly is

securely in place at the bottom of the tank, and vertically centered inside the tank.

1. Place the sand shield (6) over the top of the center pipe. Pour the sand into the tank at

a slow rate. (see drawing 15).

2. Fill the tank approximately half way, remove the sand shield (6) from the top.

(see drawing 16).

15 16

6

6

3. Evenly distribute the sand inside the tank, then fill the tank with some water to provide a

cushioning effect when the remaining sand is poured in. This prevents the center pipe hub

(7) from excessive shock (see drawing 17). Place the sand shield (6) back and continue to

pour the sand into the tank.

4. Sand shall be filled between the “MAX” and “MIN” marked gauge on the center pipe.

Evenly spread and level out the sand by hand (see drawings 17 & 18).

18

7

17

7

MAX

MIN

MAX

MIN

5. Remove the sand shield (6).

6. Wash away all sand around the top edge of the tank.


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WARNING

Improper tank valve and clamp assembly could cause the valve and clamp to blow off and cause serious injury, property damage or death.

6-way valve installation:

1. Lower the 6-way valve over the tank slowly, and ensure the bypass pipe protruding

underneath the 6-way valve fits securely into the center pipe hub (7) top opening


IMPORTANT: There are three hose connection ports on the 6-way valve, ensure the outlet connection (from filter to the pool) on the valve is facing towards the pool, and the inlet connection (from motor to valve) is aligned with the motor outlet (see drawing 20).

19

WATER

INLET

20

WATER

OUTLET

7

2. Place an L-shape o-ring (11) on the 6-way valve inlet connection and on the pump motor

outlet. In a clockwise motion connect the sand filter interconnecting hose (13) between

the pump motor outlet and the 6-way valve inlet connection (see drawing 21).

3. Remove the clamp bolt, and install the clamp around the tank and 6-way valve flanges,

then replace the clamp bolt and use a phillips screwdriver (not included) to tighten it

(see drawing 22)

21 22

13

4


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SAND FILTER PUMP HOSE CONNECTION SETUP

WARNING

• Keep this product more than 2m away from the pool.

• Keep this product more than 3.5m away from the pool (for France only).

• Keep the plug of this product more than 3.5m away from the pool.

• Position this product away from the pool, so as to prevent children from

climbing on it and accessing the pool.

The 6-way valve has three hose connection ports.

1. Connect one hose (12) end to the pre-filter inlet and the other end of the hose to the lower plunger valve with the strainer. Ensure the hose nuts are securely tightened.

2. Connect the second hose (12) between the 6-way valve water outlet and the upper plunger valve with the inlet-nozzle. Ensure the hose nuts are securely tighten.

3. The third hose connection port (drain/waste outlet) on the 6-way valve shall be directed to a proper draining receptacle using a hose or pipe (not provided). Remove the drain cap before attaching the drain/waste hose or pipe.

4. The sand filter pump is now ready to filter the pool.

6-WAY VALVE

PLUNGER

VALVE

WATER LEVEL

WATER

OUTLET

WATER

INLET

L-SHAPE

O-RING

ADJUSTABLE

POOL INLET

NOZZLE

AIR RELEASE VALVE

WATER INLET

THREADED

STRAINER

CONNECTOR

TO

DRAIN

L-SHAPE

O-RING

POWER

CORD

MOTOR

MOTOR

WATER

OUTLET

PRE-

FILTER

>3.5M

>2M

OUTSIDE

LINER WALL

(ILLUSTRATION NOT TO SCALE)

According to the International Standard, IEC 60364-7-702, on electrical installation of swimming pools and other basins equipment, the following installation distances must be respected:

• The filter pump must be position more than 2m away from the pool walls.

• The power cord plug to the 220-240 volt electrical power source of the filter pump must be position more than 3.5 m away from the pool walls.

Check your local authorities to determine the appropriate standard and requirements for

“electrical installation of swimming pools and basins equipment”. The following table is for reference only:

Country/Region

International

France

Germany

The Netherlands

Standard Number

IEC 60364-7-702

NF C 15-100-7-702

DIN VDE 0100-702

NEN 1010-702


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SAND FILTER PUMP HOSE CONNECTION SETUP (continued)

For NON-INTEX pool:

Connect the hose (12) to the pool inlet/outlet connection with a large hose clamp. Tighten securely. Remove the drain cap (3) before attaching the drain/waste hose or pipe.

LARGE HOSE

CLAMP

12

POOL

3

For INTEX pool size 16' and below:

1. In a counter-clockwise motion unscrew plunger valve union from the threaded strainer

connector (26). Be careful not to lose the step rubber washer (23).

2. Grasp the plunger valve assembly. Make sure the step washer (23) is in place. Connect

3. Remove wall plug and then insert the strainer (29 & 31) into the lower position of protruding hose connection, and the nozzle (29 & 30) into the upper position of protruding hose connection. Adaptor B (28) fits over the strainer connection (29) inserted into the connection. Tighten securely.

4. Remove the drain cap (3) before attaching the drain/waste hose or pipe.

29 & 30

3

POOL

29 & 31


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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

• Risk of electric shock. Connect this product only to a grounding type

receptacle protected by a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) or

residual current device (RCD). Contact a qualified electrician if you

cannot verify that the receptacle is protected by a GFCI/RCD. Use a

qualified electrician to install the GFCI/RCD, which has a maximum rate

of 30mA. Do not use a portable residual current device (PRCD).

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use extension cords, timers,

plug adaptors or converter plugs to connect unit to electric supply;

provide a properly located outlet.

• Do not attempt to plug in or unplug this product while standing in water

or when your hands are wet.

• Never operate this product above the maximum working pressure stated

on the filter tank.

• Always switch off pump before changing the 6-way valve position.

• Operating this product without water flowing through the system can

cause a build up of hazardous pressure which can result in an explosive

situation, serious injury, property damage or death.

• Never test this pump with compressed air. Never operate the system

with water temperature above 35° C (95° F).

6-way valve positions and function:

Valve Position Function Water Flow Direction

FILTER


Normal filtration and regular vacuuming From pump through filter media to

of pool pool

BACKWASH

Reverses water flow to clean filter


media

From pump through filter media to

valve waste/drain outlet

RINSE

For initial startup cleaning of the sand, and


leveling the sand bed after backwashing

From pump through filter media to

valve waste/drain outlet

WASTE


RECIRCULATE


For vacuuming directly to waste,

lowering pool level or to drain the pool

For circulating water back to pool

without going through the filter media

From pump to valve waste/drain

outlet bypassing the filter media

From pump through valve to pool

bypassing the filter media

CLOSED

Shuts off all flow to filter and pool


“Do not use this setting with pump running”

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R E T L I

F

E S N

R E T L I

E S N

B

A

C

K W

A S

H

B

C

O

S

E

B

A

C

K

W

A

S

H

O

E


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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

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27

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E S N

E S N R E T L I

R E T L I

B

A

W

A

S

H

C

O

S

E

B

A

W

A

S H

C

O

S E

B

A

C

W

A S

H

C

L

O

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E

28

Initial startup and operation:

Before operating, be sure that:

• All the hoses have been connected and tightened securely, and correct amount of filter sand

have been loaded.

• The entire system is connected to a grounding type receptacle protected by a ground-fault

circuit interrupter (GFCI) or residual current device (RCD).

CAUTION

The filter control valve has a closed position. The pump should never be on when the valve is in the closed position. If the pump is operated with the valve closed, explosive situation could exist.

1. Turn both plunger valve handles fully counter-clockwise until they stop. This opens the valves

to allow water to flow into the sand filter pump. With water flowing into sand filter pump, the

water pressure will allow the air trapped inside to escape from the air release valves (19).

When all the air has escaped water will flow out of the valves (19). When this occurs gently

finger tighten the valves (19) in a clockwise direction.

IMPORTANT: To prevent air lock, open the lower plunger valve (connected inlet hose)

first and then the upper plunger valve (connected outlet hose). Open the air release

valves, wait until water starts to flow out of the air release valves, close air release

valves.

2. Ensure the drain/waste outlet on the 6-way valve is not covered and directed to a proper

draining receptacle.

3. BACKWASH - Ensure the pump is off, depress the 6-way

valve and turn it to the “BACKWASH” position (see

drawings 24 & 29).

IMPORTANT: To prevent damage to the 6-way valve,

always depress the valve handle before turning.

Always switch off pump before changing the 6-way

2

1

29

valve position.

4. Switch on the pump (see drawing 30). Water is circulating

backward through the sand media and to waste/drain outlet.

Backwash until a clear flow of water is observed in the

waste/drain outlet or through the drain sediment window.

NOTE: The initial backwash of the filter is recommended to

remove any impurities or fine sand particles in the sand

media.

30

TIMER

OFF ON


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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

5. Switch off the pump, change the 6-way valve to “RINSE” position (see drawing 25).

6. Switch on the pump and run the pump for about one minute to level out the sand bed after

backwashing the sand media.

7. Switch off the pump, change the 6-way valve to “FILTER” position (see drawing 23).

8. Switch on the pump. The system is now operating in the normal filtering mode. Run the pump

until the desired pool water clearance is obtained and no more than 12 hours per day.

9. Record the initial pressure gauge reading when the filter media is clean.

NOTE: During initial setup of the system, it may be necessary to backwash frequently due to

unusual heavy dirt present in the water and sand. After that, as the filter removes dirt and

impurities from the pool water, the accumulated dirt in the sand media will cause the pressure

to rise and the flow to diminish. If there is no vacuuming device attached to the system and

the pressure gauge reading is in the yellow zone it is time to backwash the sand media, see

“BACKWASH” under “initial startup and operation” section.

Vacuuming device (i.e. Intex auto pool cleaner) attached to the system may also cause the

flow to diminish and the pressure to rise. Remove any vacuuming device from the system and

check if the pressure gauge reading has dropped from the yellow zone to the green zone.

10. Monitor the pressure gauge reading, and check that the inlet and outlet openings are not obstructed on a weekly basis. If the pressure gauge indicates yellow it is time to backwash the filter media.

Operating the system under “TIMER” mode or manually:

To operate the sand filter pump in “FILTER” mode under “TIMER” control:

A. Set the timer dial to the desired operating hours. See operation time table


B. Turn on the pump by pressing the switch to “ ” position, the sand filter pump is now filtering the water and will stop after the operating hours are completed. The built-in timer will now operate for the number of hours selected at the same time each day.

C. Operating hours can be re-adjusted if necessary. Follow step A – B.

To operate the sand filter pump manually (without the “TIMER” mode):

A. Turn on the pump by pressing the switch to “-” position, the sand filter pump is now filtering the water.

B. To turn off the pump, press the switch to “O” position.

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TIMER DIAL

(HOURS)

TIMER OFF ON

IMPORTANT

If you continue to experience difficulty, please contact our Consumer Service

Department for assistance. See separate “Authorized Service Centers” sheet.


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INTEX POOLS OPERATING TIME TABLE (WITHOUT INTEX SALTWATER SYSTEM)

This table shows the required operating time for average use of the sand filter pump with above ground pools.

If the system is attached to an “Intex Saltwater System” unit, the filter pump running time should be longer than the required operating time of the Intex Saltwater System unit.

Pool Size

Water Capacity (Calculated at

90% for Frame Pool and 80% for time (For one cycle) / (Hours)

Easy Set & Oval Pool)

Sand filter pump operating

(Gals) (Liters) SF80220 SF70220 SF60220

INTEX ABOVE GROUND POOLS (AGP’s)

EASY SET®

POOL

ROUND

METAL

FRAME POOL

457cmx84cm(15'x33")

457cmx91cm(15'x36")

457cmx107cm(15'x42")

457cmx122cm(15'x48")

488cmx107cm(16'x42")

488cmx122cm(16'x48")

488cmx132cm(16'x52")

549cmx107cm(18'x42")

549cmx122cm(18'x48")

457cmx91cm(15'x36")

457cmx107cm(15'x42")

457cmx122cm(15'x48")

488cmx122cm(16'x48")

549cmx122cm(18'x48")

640cmx132cm(21'x52")

732cmx132cm(24'x52")

ULTRA FRAME

POOL

488cmx122cm(16'x48")

549cmx122cm(18'x48")

549cmx132cm(18'x52")

610cmx122cm(20'x48")

671cmx132cm(22'x52")

732cmx132cm(24'x52")

792cmx132cm(26'x52")

SEQUOIA SPIRIT®

POOL SET

478cmx124cm(15'8"x49")

OVAL FRAME

POOL

508cmx124cm(16'8"x49")

569cmx135cm(18'8"x53")

305cmx549cmx107cm(10'x18'x42")

366cmx610cmx122cm(12'x20'x48")

RECT. ULTRA

FRAME POOL

274cmx457cmx122cm(9'x15'x48")

274cmx549cmx132cm(9'x18'x52")

305cmx610cmx132cm(10'x20'x52")

366cmx732cmx132cm(12'x24'x52")

488cmx975cmx132cm(16'x32'x52")

2587 9792 2

2822 10681 2

3284 12430 2

3736 14141 4

3754 14209 4

4273 16173 4

4614 17464 4

4786 18115 4 2

5455 20647 4 2

3282 12422 2

3861 14614 4

4440 16805 4

5061 19156 4

6423 24311 6 4

9533 36082 6 4

12481 47241 8 6

5061 19156 4

6423 24311 4 4

6981 26423 6 4

7947 30079 6 4

10472 39637 8 4

12481 47241 8 6

14667 55515 12 8

4440 16805 4

5061 19156 4 2

6981 26423 6 4

2885 10920 2

4393 16628 4 2

3484 13187 4 2

4545 17203 4 2

5835 22085 4 4

8403 31805 6 4

14364 54368 12 8

2

2

2

2

4

6

4

6

8

4

4

4

2

2

4

4

6

2

4

NOTE: The “12” hours timer setting position has an additional 20 minutes over the actual setting.


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NON-INTEX POOLS OPERATING TIME TABLE

This table shows the required operating time for average use of the sand filter pump with above ground pools.

Water Capacity Sand filter pump operating time (For one cycle) / (Hours)

SF70220 SF60220

8000

9000

10000

11000

12000

13000

14000

15000

16000

17000

18000

(Gals)

3000

4000

4440

5000

6000

7000

(Liters)

11355

15140

16805

18925

22710

26495

30280

34065

37850

41635

45420

49205

52990

56775

60560

64345

68130

19000 71915

20000 75700

12

21000 79485

22000 83270

23000 87055

24000 90840

25000 94625

26000 98410

8

12

12

12

12

12

12

8

8

6

6

SF80220

2

4

4

4

4

6

8

8

6

6

8

8

12

6

6

4

4

2

4

4

2

2

12

12

12

12

8

8

12

12

12 12

12 12

12 12

12 12

6

6

6

6

8

8

8

4

4

4

4

2

2

4

2

2


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MOTOR PRE-FILTER CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

It is essential to change any damaged element or set of elements as soon as possible.

Use only parts approved by the manufacturer.

1. Make sure the filter pump is switched off, then disconnect the power cord from the electrical

outlet.

2. Turn both plunger valve handles fully clockwise until they stop. This closes the valve, prevents the water from flowing out of the pool.

3. Release the pressure first by opening the sediment release valve (19) located on the lower side of the pre-filter housing (see drawing 32).

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4. In a counter-clockwise motion unscrew the leaf trap cover (14), then remove the basket (16) and leaf trap o-ring (15) from the pre-filter housing (see drawing 33).

35

1

2

19

14

15

16

33

5. Empty and flush the basket using a garden hose, may use a plastic brush to remove deposits from the basket. Do not use metal brush.

6. Clean and rinse the inside of the pre-filter housing and the leaf trap O-ring with a garden

hose.

7. Reinstall the leaf trap O-ring, basket and leaf trap cover to the pre-filter housing.

8. Close the sediment release valve (19).

All filter and filter media shall be inspected regularly to ensure that there is no build-up of debris thus preventing a good filtration. Disposal of any used filter media should be in accordance with applicable local regulation and legislation.


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POOL CARE & CHEMICALS

• All pools require care to keep the water clear and hygienically clean. With proper chemical control, your filter will help attain this objective. Consult your pool supply dealer for instructions regarding the proper use of chlorine, algaecide and other chemical agents required for sparkling clear water.

• Keep pool chemicals away from children.

• Do not replenish chemicals in pool while pool is occupied. Skin or eye irritations could occur.

• Daily pH checking and chemical treatment of the water is very important and cannot be overemphasized. Chlorine, algaecide and maintenance of proper pH levels are required when filling the pool as well as during the season. Consult your local swimming pool supply store for instructions.

• The season's first filling of the pool may have brackish water requiring extra water additives and extra filtering time. Do not allow swimming in pool until the pH level is balanced. Consult your local swimming pool supply store for instructions.

• Chlorinated water may damage lawns, gardens or shrubbery as children play in the pool and splash water outside the pool. Lawn areas underneath the pool liner will be destroyed. Note that some types of grass may grow through the liner.

• Filter run time depends on pool size, weather and usage level. Experiment with various run times so as to produce clean clear water.

• European standard EN16713-3 lists some additional pool water quality and water treatment information that can be found at www.intexcorp.com/support.

CAUTION

Concentrated chlorine solutions may damage the pool liner. Always follow the chemical manufacturer’s directions, and the health and hazard warnings.

LONG TERM STORAGE & WINTERIZATION

CAUTION

Allowing the water to freeze will damage the sand filter and void the warranty.

If anti-freeze solution is needed, use only propylene glycol. Propylene glycol is non-toxic and will not damage plastic system components; other anti-freezes are highly toxic and may damage plastic components in the system.

1. Before emptying your pool for long term storage, or relocation, be sure the water is directed towards an acceptable drain water receptacle away from the house. Check local regulations for specific directions regarding disposal of swimming pool water.

2. Switch off the unit, and disconnect power cord from electrical outlet.

3. When the pool is empty, disconnect all hoses from pump and plunger valves and remove the strainers/ plunger valves from the pool wall.

4. In a counter clockwise motion unscrew the drain valve cap (9) from the drain valve to thoroughly drain the tank. The drain valve is located at the bottom of the filter tank.

5. Disassemble the pump motor from the tank base.

6. Leave sand filter pump pieces and hoses outside to thoroughly air dry.

7. Coat the following o-rings and washers with petroleum jelly for long term storage:

• Pump hose O-rings (22).

• Strainer valve assembly step washers (23).

• Flat strainer rubber washers (25).

8. Depress the 6-way valve handle and rotate so as to set the pointer on the valve top “N” position. This allows the water to drain from the valve. Leave the 6-way valve in this inactive position.

9. It is best to place all dry pieces and pump motor in the original packaging for storage. To avoid condensation or corrosion problem, do not cover or wrap pump motor with plastic bags.

10. Store the pump motor and accessories in a dry place. The storage's temperature should be controlled, between 0 degrees Celsius (32 degrees Fahrenheit) and 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit).

11. Cover the tank with a tarpaulin or plastic sheet to protect it from the weather.


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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

TROUBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

FILTER MOTOR FAILS

TO START

• The motor is not plugged in.

• The GFCI/RCD circuit breaker

• Motor too hot and overload

protection is shut off.

• Line cord must be plugged into a 3 wire outlet

that is protected by a Class A Ground Fault

Circuit Interrupter, or RCD.

• Reset circuit breaker. If circuit breaker

trips repeatedly, your electrical system

may have a defect. Turn off circuit

breaker and call an electrician to correct the

problem.

• Let the motor cool down and restart again.

FILTER DOESN’T

CLEAN POOL

• Improper chlorine or pH levels.

• No filtering media in tank.

• Wrong 6-way valve setting position.

• Excessively dirty pool.

• The strainer screen is

restricting the water flow.

• Adjust the chlorine and pH level. Consult your

local swimming pool supply stores.

• Load with filter sand, see “sand loading

instructions”.

• Set valve to “ FILTER” position.

• Operate the filter for longer periods.

• Clean the strainer screen at the inlet.

FILTER DOESN’T PUMP

WATER OR FLOW IS

VERY SLOW

• Clogged inlet or discharge.

• An air leak on the intake line.

• Excessively dirty pool.

• Sand media clogged with dirt.

• Nozzle and strainer connections

• Crusting or caking on the filtering

• Pool vacuuming device attached

to the system.

PUMP DOESN’T WORK

6-WAY VALVE/COVER

LEAKING

HOSE LEAKING

TIMER IS

INACCURATE OR

TIMER CAN'T BE SET

• Low water level.

• Strainer screen clogged up.

• An air leak on the intake hose.

• Faulty motor or the impeller is

jammed.

• Sand tank o-ring missing.

• Sand tank o-ring dirty.

• Flange clamp not tight.

• 6-way valve damage.

• Hose nut not securely tight.

• Hose connection fitting

o-ring/L-shape o-ring missing.

• Possible inner timer

defective.

• Clear any obstructions in the intake hose by

discharging it inside pool wall.

• Tighten hose nuts, check hoses for damage,

check pool water level.

• Clean the pre-filtering basket more often.

• Backwash filter.

• Install the nozzle at the upper position of the

pool inlet, and the strainer at the lower position

of the pool outlet.

• Remove about 1” of sand if necessary.

• Remove any pool vacuuming device attached

to the system line.

• Fill pool to correct water level.

• Clean strainer screens at pool inlet.

• Tighten hose nuts, check hose for

damage.

• Contact Intex service center.

• Remove 6-way valve cover and ensure the

o-ring is in place.

• Clean sand tank o-ring with garden hose water.

• Tighten the clamp with wrench supplied.


• Tighten/reinstall hose nut.

• Ensure o-ring/L-shape o-ring is in place and

• Turn off the pump and restart 5 minutes later.

• Re-set the timer.


PRESSURE GAUGE

DOESN’T WORK

SAND IS FLOWING

BACK INTO THE POOL

• Clogged inlet of the pressure

gauge.

• Pressure gauge damage.

• Sand is too small.

• Sand bed is calcified.

• Clear any obstructions in the intake by

unscrewing it from the 6-way valve.


• Use only No. 20 silica sand with particle size

range 0.45 to 0.85 mm (0.018 to 0.033 inches)

and a Uniformity Coefficient less than 1.75.

• Change sand.


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COMMON POOL PROBLEMS

PROBLEM DESCRIPTION CAUSE SOLUTION

ALGAE

COLORED

WATER

FLOATING

MATTER IN

WATER

CHRONIC LOW

WATER LEVEL

SEDIMENT

ON POOL

BOTTOM

SURFACE

DEBRIS

• Greenish water.

• Green or black

spots on pool liner.

• Pool liner is

slippery and/or has

a bad odor.

• Water turns blue,

brown, or black

when first treated

with chlorine.

• Water is cloudy or

milky.

• Level is lower than

on previous day.

• Dirt or sand on

pool floor.

• Leaves, insects

etc.

• Chlorine and pH levels

need adjustment.

• Copper, iron or maganese

in water being oxidized by

the added chlorine. This

is Common.

• Adjust pH level to the

• Run filter until water is clear.

• "Hard water" caused by a

too high pH level.

• Chlorine content is low.

• Foreign matter in water.

• Correct the pH level. Check with

your pool dealer for advice.

• Adjust the chlorine level.

• Rip or hole in pool liner or

hoses.

• The drain valves are loose.

• Heavy use, getting in

and out of pool.

• Repair with a patch kit.

• Finger tighten all caps.

• Use Intex pool vacuum to clean

bottom of pool.

• Pool too close to trees.

• Super chlorinate with shock

treatment. Correct pH to your pool

store's recommended level.

• Vacuum pool bottom.

• Maintain proper chlorine level.

• Use Intex pool skimmer.

GENERAL AQUATIC SAFETY

Water recreation is both fun and therapeutic. However, it involves inherent risks of injury and death. To reduce your risk of injury, read and follow all product, package and package insert warnings and instructions. Remember, however, that product warnings, instructions and safety guidelines cover some common risks of water recreation, but do not cover all risks and dangers.

For additional safeguards, also familiarize yourself with the following general guidelines as well as guidelines provided by nationally recognized Safety Organizations:

• Demand constant supervision. A competent adult should be appointed as a “lifeguard” or

water watcher, especially when children are in and around the pool.

• Learn to swim.

• Take the time to learn CPR and first aid.

• Instruct anyone who is supervising pool users about potential pool hazards and about

the use of protective devices such as locked doors, barriers, etc.

• Instruct all pool users, including children what to do in case of an emergency.

• Always use common sense and good judgement when enjoying any water activity.

• Supervise, supervise, supervise.


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LIMITED WARRANTY

PARTS LIST

Your Sand Filter Pump has been manufactured using the highest quality materials and workmanship. All Intex products have been inspected and found free of defects prior to leaving the factory. This limited warranty applies only to the Sand Filter Pump and accessories listed below.

This limited warranty is in addition to, and not a substitute for, your legal rights and remedies.

To the extent that this warranty is inconsistent with any of your legal rights, they take priority.

For example, consumer laws across the European Union provide statutory warranty rights in addition to the coverage you receive from this limited warranty: for information on EU-wide consumer laws, please visit the European Consumer Center website at http://ec.europa.eu/ consumers/ecc/contact_en/htm.

The provisions of this limited warranty apply only to the original purchaser and are not transferable. This limited warranty is valid for the period noted below from the date of the initial retail purchase. Keep your original sales receipt with this document, as proof of purchase will be required and must accompany warranty claims or the limited warranty will be invalid.

Sand Filter Pump Warranty – 2 Years

Hoses, Plunger Valves & Fittings Warranty – 180 days

If you find a manufacturing defect in the Sand Filter Pump during the warranty periods noted above, please contact the appropriate Intex Service Center listed in the separate “Authorized

Service Centers” sheet. If the item is returned as directed by the Intex Service Center, the

Service Center will inspect the item and determine the validity of the claim. If the item is covered by the provisions of the warranty, the item will be repaired or replaced, with the same or comparable item (at Intex’s choice) at no charge to you.

Other than this warranty, and other legal rights in your country, no further warranties are implied. To the extent possibly in your country, in no event shall Intex be liable to you or any third party for direct or consequential damages arising out of the use of your Sand Filter

Pump, or Intex or its agents’ and employees’ actions (including the manufacture of the product). If your country does not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, this limitation or exclusion does not apply to you.

You should note that this limited warranty does not apply in the following circumstances:

• If the Sand Filter Pump is subject to negligence, abnormal use or application, accident, improper operation, improper voltage or current contrary to operating instructions, improper maintenance or storage;

• If the Sand Filter Pump is subject to damage by circumstances beyond Intex’s control, including but not limited to, ordinary wear and tear and damage caused by exposure to fire, flood, freezing, rain, or other external environmental forces;

• To parts and components not sold by Intex; and/or

• To unauthorized alterations, repairs or disassembly to the Sand Filter Pump by anyone other than Intex Service Center personnel.

The costs associated with the loss of pool water, chemicals or water damage are not covered by this warranty. Injury or damage to any property or person is not covered by this warranty.

Read the owner’s manual carefully and follow all instructions regarding proper operation and maintenance of your Sand Filter Pump. Always inspect your product prior to use. This limited warranty will be void if use instructions are not followed.


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IMPORTANT

SAFETY RULES

TABLE OF CONTENTS

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS

PARTS REFERENCE

PARTS REFERENCE

POOL OUTLET - STRAINER & PLUNGER VALVE SETUP (optional)

POOL INLET - NOZZLE & PLUNGER VALVE SETUP (optional)

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

SETUP INSTRUCTIONS

SETUP INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

SETUP INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

SETUP INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

SAND FILTER PUMP HOSE CONNECTION SETUP

SAND FILTER PUMP HOSE CONNECTION SETUP (continued)

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

INTEX POOLS OPERATING TIME TABLE (WITHOUT INTEX SALTWATER SYSTEM)

NON-INTEX POOLS OPERATING TIME TABLE

MOTOR PRE-FILTER CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

POOL CARE & CHEMICALS

LONG TERM STORAGE & WINTERIZATION

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

COMMON POOL PROBLEMS

GENERAL AQUATIC SAFETY

LIMITED WARRANTY

PARTS LIST

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