INCLUDES BASE FOR FILTER AND PUMP
NE6150 / NE6170
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Phillips head screwdriver
• Flat head screwdriver
• O-ring lube
6420
PARTS FOR SAND FILTER
NOTE
The quantity of parts and part numbers will vary for each filter.
See breakdown on following page for model specific part lists.
A. FILTER TANK
B. BASE
C. 6 WAY VALVE
D. CLOSURE CLAMP
E. STANDPIPE
F. LATERALS (8)
G. VALVE O-RING
H. HOSE CLAMPS (6)
I. PRESSURE GAUGE
J. STRAIGHT FITTING (3)
K. TEFLON TAPE
N. DRAIN PLUG
L. 3’ 1-1/2” HOSE
2
M. 6’ 1-1/2” HOSE (2)
NOTE: Pre-installed on
tank
O. SIGHT GLASS
SANDMAN FILTER PARTS NE6150A (18") & NE6170A (22")
REF #
1A
1B
2
3
4A
4B
5A
5B
6A
6B
7
8
9
Mrf Model #
AC 18601
AC 22601
AC 22602
AC 18604
AC 18605
AC 22605
AC 18606
AC 22606
AC 18607
AC 22607
AC 18608
AC 18609
AC 08621RP
Order #
NEP2121
NEP2122
NEP2123
NEP2124
NEP2125
NEP2126
NEP2127
NEP2128
NEP2129
NEP2130
NEP2131
NEP2132
NEP2133
Descripton
18" sand filter base
22"sand filter base
Drain plug assembly
Lateral for 18" and 22" sand filter
Center pipe & folding umbrella lateral holder for 18" sand filter
Center pipe & folding umbrella lateral holder for 22" sand filter
Air release assembly 18" sand filter 380 mm
Air release assembly 22" sand filter 490mm
18" Filter tank
22" Filter tank
Flange clamp
O-ring for valve/tank
6-way valve
Qty
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
SANDMAN PUMP NE6150B/6170B PARTS BREAKDOWN
KEY # MFR Part #
1
AC 81361
2
AC 81396
3
AC 81434
4
AC 81469
5
AC 81477
6
AC 81485
7A
AC 81493
7B
AC 81507
8
AC 81523
9
AC 81531
10
AC 81558 10
AC 81566
12
AC 81574
13
AC 81582
14
AC 81590
15
AC 81620
16
AC 81655
17
AC 84476
Order #
NEP2134
NEP2135
NEP2136
NEP2137
NEP2138
NEP2139
NEP2140
NEP2141
NEP2143
NEP2144
NEP2145
NEP2146
NEP2147
NEP2148
NEP2149
NEP2150
NEP2151
NEP2152
Description
PUMP LID
PUMP LID O‐RING
PUMP BASKET STRAINER CASING
DIFUSSER O‐RING
DIFUSSER IMPELLAR 1. HP
IMPELLAR 1.5 HP
CASING O‐RIG
SEAL PLATE
HOUSING WASHER
HOUSING BOLTS SEAL SET
HOUSING NUTS DRAIN PLUG O‐RING
DRAIN PLUG BASE BRACKET BRACE BRACKET SUPPORT
1 HP
NE6150B
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
8
8
1
8
1
1
1
1
1.5 HP
NE6170B
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
8
8
1
8
1
1
1
1
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR SAND FILTER
NOTE
Filter is partially assembled; however, nothing has been properly
tightened. DO NOT operate filter system without completing
assembly instructions.
STEP 1
• Using Phillips head screwdriver, remove the closure clamp (D) from the valve assembly. You only
need to unscrew one side completely as it can be removed and reinstalled without unscrewing
both screws.
• Remove the valve (C) from the tank and place it to the side until instructed to reattach it.
• Inside the tank you will find the standpipe (E) and
a plastic bag containing the laterals (F).
• Attach lateral to standpipe by pushing into opening
and turning to the right as shown above.
• Repeat for remaining seven laterals.
NOTE You MUST install the laterals on the
standpipe INSIDE the tank as the
standpipe will not fit back through the
opening once laterals are attached.
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STEP 2
• The filter and pump should be attached to the base prior to filling the filter with sand as it
will be difficult to maneuver after the tank is full.
• In order to attach your pump to the base, determine which of the two pumps shown below
is most like your pump and follow the corresponding instructions for installation to the base.
A. CRADLE STYLE MOUNT
• Pumps with cradles located directly under the motor
should be aligned with the holes on the base in the
raised area where the six holes are close together.
This type of mount will require the use of two to four
mounting bolts from the hardware supplied with the
base.
• Line the pump up with the set of holes which are the
best fit for the pump and bolt in place.
• Proceed to STEP 3.
B. PLASTIC PUMP HOUSING MOUNT
• Pumps with plastic pump housing mounts should be
attached by aligning the openings with a set of the
OVAL shaped holes which are towards the center of
the base. This type of mount will require the use of
TWO mounting bolts from the hardware supplied with
the base.
If you are attaching a Speck SS E90 or SS E91
pump, use the larger oval holes towards the back
of the base.
• Bolt the housing of the pump through the base and
tighten.
• Proceed to STEP 3.
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STEP 3
• Before filling tank with sand, cover
standpipe with a plastic bag to prevent sand from
entering standpipe. Secure in place with rubber
band so it does not fall off.
• Once bag is secured, place standpipe in the bottom of
the sand tank. Make sure pipe is centered in tank
BEFORE pouring sand into tank because you will
NOT be able to move it once sand is in.
NOTE Sand should be filled no less than 1/2 way up the tank and no more
than 3/4. Over-filling will result in permanent damage to your
Filter System.
NOTE If the drain plug is not lined up with the third arrow OR it lifts
off the base, retry the aforementioned steps to properly
attach tank to base.
• Clear plastic tube attached to standpipe is an
air relief. As you are adding the sand into the
tank, try to hold the tube up against the standpipe. The white piece on the end of this tube
should be ABOVE sand level when you are
done adding sand to the filter.
NOTE DO NOT pull too hard when holding up air relief tube, if you
pull it off the bottom of the standpipe, sand will be able to
enter your pool through the hole.
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STEP 3 — CONTINUED
• Add filter grade sand (sold separately) to
filter tank around standpipe. The approximate
amount of sand necessary will vary based on
the size filter you purchased.
18” Tank .... 110 Lbs.
22” Tank .... 220 Lbs.
26” Tank .... 360 Lbs.
NOTE
NEVER FILL SAND TANK MORE THAN 1/2 TO 3/4 OF THE WAY.
Adding too much sand can cause weak return flow.
• Remove plastic bag and fill tank with water until the tank is filled right below opening
of standpipe.
STEP 4
• Locate o-ring (G) on bottom of 6-way valve (C).
• Lubricate with o-ring lube to ensure proper seal
on tank.
• Push o-ring against the lip of the valve. It MUST sit
flat against the lip to protect from leaking at the valve.
• Clean off any sand or debris on top lip of filter and
position valve over the opening of the standpipe.
• Valve will slide ONTO standpipe when positioned
properly in tank (as shown). Push down firmly to
make sure valve slides on all the way.
NOTE
You CANNOT pull standpipe up to secure
the valve. Pulling up can damage the
laterals and cause sand to get sent back
with water flow to pool.
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STEP 5
• Once valve is in place, hold clamp (D) as shown and
position clamp around lip of filter and over edge of
valve.
• The clamp should sit flat around the lip of the tank
and valve. If it is not sitting flat the clamp will leak.
• Make sure that the screws of the clamp are lined
up with the seams of the tank. Tighten two screws
on clamp a little at a time. Alternating from side to
side so that both sides are tighten equally.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in
a leak at the clamp.
• Cover threads of pressure gauge (I) with Teflon
tape (K) and thread into the open hole on the
valve and hand tighten only.
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STEP 6
• The valve ports are labeled “RETURN”, “PUMP” and “WASTE” with raised
letters next to the openings.
• Cover the threads of each straight fitting (J) with Teflon tape (K) and thread
one fitting into each of the 1-1/2” threaded openings on the valve.
• Attach one 6’ hose (M) to the bottom of the thru-wall skimmer and to the front
of the pump with (2) hose clamps (H).
• Clamp one end of 3’ hose (L) to the top of the pump and the other end to the
threaded fitting on the “PUMP” port of the valve.
• Attach second 6’ hose (M) to the fitting on the “RETURN” port and secure the
opposite end to the fitting on the pool’s return with clamp.
• “WASTE” port will accept a standard fitting and a backwash hose
(sold separately) which will be used during maintenance.
• Check drain plug (N) at bottom of filter to ensure that it is screwed on tight.
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OPERATING YOUR FILTER
NOTE
Your filter cannot be run if the water is not at the proper level in the
pool. Running the filter without water can cause serious damage to
your pump and filter.
• Prime filter prior to starting up filter system. DO NOT turn motor on until system has been primed,
you can damage your pump.
• Make sure water in pool is up to middle of skimmer(s) and that there is nothing blocking water
flow from return(s) and skimmer(s) (i.e. plug, plate).
• Push down selector handle on valve and turn to notch labeled BACKWASH. Let go of handle
and the valve is now in backwash position. Make sure backwash hose (sold separately) is
attached to the waste port so water will not spray all over you once pump is started.
• Remove lid of strainer basket on pump (if applicable) and fill with water. Skimmer and return lines
should be filled with water as well (when water level is in proper place in pool this will happen
naturally).
• Place cover back on basket and plug in/switch on pump. When pump starts up, water will come
out through the backwash hose. If the pump is properly primed, the water in the strainer basket
will fill completely and air pocket will be eliminated.
• Repeat above until all air is purged from the system then turn off the pump. If this does not get air
out of system, double check all connections to make sure they are properly tightened and try
again.
• To use filter, with pump OFF, push down selector handle on valve and turn to notch labeled FILTER.
• Connect pump to power to start filter operation.
• Note pressure gauge reading at this time.
• When pressure through return fades and pressure gauge reads 5 psi above starting pressure,
you will need to backwash the filter system to remove debris.
• Turn pump off before moving selector to BACKWASH position. Once in backwash, turn pump
back on.
• Water will come out through the waste port, so position backwash hose where you would like
water to run out.
• NEVER backwash for longer than ONE MINUTE at a time! Backwashing longer than one minute
will cause sandblasting of internal components and can lead to damage of standpipe and/or
laterals and VOIDS WARRANTY.
• Turn pump off and move selector to RINSE position. Rinse will allow water to flow through to clear
out the lines and prevent a puff of sand or debris back into the pool after backwashing.
• Rinse for approximately 15 seconds and turn off pump again. Move selector back to filter and turn
pump back on. You are now filtering water.
• The WASTE position does not allow water to pass through the filter.
• If there is a point where you would like to take water directly out of the pool, this is the option
available to do so.
• You may also vacuum on waste to take serious debris straight out of the pool if/when necessary.
• Remember, this is taking water out of the pool so watch the water level to protect your pump and
filter. If water drops below skimmer level you MUST turn pump off.
• RECIRCULATE allows you to move water in the pool WITHOUT filtering the water. This is usually
used when adding chemicals to the pool, during pool opening or regular maintenance.
NOTE
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NEVER move selector handle while pump is on. Pump MUST be
switched off to change the position of the valve. Failure to comply
will cause damage to your valve and is not covered by WARRANTY.
TROUBLESHOOTING
LOW
WATER FLOW
SHORT
FILTER CYCLES
1. Check skimmer and pump
strainer baskets for debris.
1. Check for algae in pool and
superchlorinate as required.
2. Check for restrictions in intake
and discharge lines.
2. Be sure chlorine and pH levels
are in proper range.
Adjust as required.
3. Check for air leak in intake
line (indicated by bubbles
returning to pool).
4. Backwash filter.
5. Bring sand level in filter down
to 1/2 full.
3. Check surface of filter sand for
crusting or caking. Remove
1” of sand if necessary.
4. Check hair and lint basket on
pump for possible air leak,
lubricate basket lid O-Ring as
necessary.
POOL WATER
WON’T CLEAR UP
1. Check chlorine, pH and total
alkalinity levels and adjust as
required.
2. Be sure flow rate through filter
is sufficient.
3. Operate filter for longer
periods.
4. Be sure valve is set on
“Filter” position.
5. Be sure sand is between
1/2 and 3/4 full in tank.
WINTERIZING
NOTE
Failure to winterize your filter properly may result in damage to the
tank which is NOT covered under any warranty.
• At the end of the season once you disconnect filter system, remove the valve from the tank. Valve
selector handle should be positioned BETWEEN any of the notches to allow for air ventilation
through the valve to protect from cracking.
• Remove drain plug from bottom of sand tank to drain water out of the filter tank. Keep this plug off
for the winter to allow any potential water build-up to escape from the tank.
• Empty ALL sand from the filter system and dispose of as it is recommended to replace sand
EACH season.
• Rinse out inside of tank and air dry. You MAY remove laterals from standpipe and standpipe from
tank.
• Store tank in an area where it will be protected from the elements and keep valve and tank stored
APART to protect from condensation forming and causing cracks in the tank or valve.
• Run hose water through pump to rinse out and store in a warm, dry place for the winter.
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NE6150 & NE6170
One Year Sandman Filter System
Warranty Registration Card
1745 Wallace Ave, Ste. B
St. Charles, IL 60174
1.
Sandman Filter System has a one year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
To receive the warranty, the card must be filled out completely and returned.
2.
Filter System must be returned with a receipt showing date of purchase, purchase price, and the dealer from which the
cartridge was purchased. No warranty claim will be honored without a receipt.
3.
Please notify Blue Wave Products in advance of any Sandman warranty claim prior to shipping the item back. Contact
our warranty claim department at [email protected].
4.
The freight on the Sandman Filter System when returned must be prepaid.
5.
Warranty claims will only be resolved with the shipment of a replacement product, no refunds will be given.
6.
Improper installation, misuse or damages resulting from acts of nature will render this warranty null and void.
7.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied and no responsibility is assumed for future damage
due to misuse. This warranty does not cover any damage from the elements such as wind, snow, heavy rains, etc. We are
not responsible for damage to the filter due to improper installation or excessive wear.
To send in this warranty card: Fill out below, detach and mail to the following address:
BLUE WAVE PRODUCTS
1745 Wallace Ave. Suite B
St. Charles, IL 60174
SANDMAN ABOVE-GROUND FILTER SYSTEM WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM
Date Purchased: _____/_____/_____
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Phone: (
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