Frog Pool FroG 5400 User manual

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®
Cleaner
because it kills bacteria two ways
Clearer
because it helps keep pH in range
Softer
because it reduces chlorine use up to 50%*
Easier
with pre-filled pacs for no mess,
no guess and no stress
*Compared to the minimum EPA recommended chlorine level of 1.0 ppm for a stabilized swimming pool.
POOL FROG®
Mineral Pool Care System
Model 5400/5430
For Pools up to 40,000 Gallons
System Includes the
POOL FROG®Mineral Reservoir
Patented Mineral Disinfectant

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
POOL FROG®Introduction 3
Notes and Safety Information 4
Safety Precautions 5
Notice 6
Step 1: Preparing the Pool 6
Step 2: Putting the System to Work 7
Step 3: Setting the Control Dial 8
Step 4: Routine Pool Care 9
Replacing POOL FROG®Mineral Reservoir 10
Using FROG BAM®11
Using POOL FROG®Bac Pac 12
Troubleshooting 13
Parts List 14
Maintenance - Replacing Control Dial O-Rings 15
Maintenance - Replacing Cap O-Rings and Knobs 15
Winterizing 16
In-line Installation 17
Off-line Installation 18-19
For Proper Performance 20
Warranty 21
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Welcome to easier pool care courtesy of POOL
FROG®. With POOL FROG®, your pool water will
look and feel better without a lot of work or a lot
of chlorine. This system†controls bacteria using
a combination of minerals and reduced chlorine
levels–up to 50%* less.
Part 1
POOL FROG® Cycler
The water treatment center that controls the ow of
water to each part of the POOL FROG®System.
Part 2
POOL FROG® Mineral Reservoir
Holds the minerals and ts inside the POOL FROG® Cycler.
Product # 01-12-5462
For pools 7,000 to
40,000 gallons.
Model 5400 In-Line
Product # 01-01-5480
Model 5300 Off-Line
Product # 01-01-5490
Part 3
FROG BAM®
Use with the POOL FROG®
System for a 90-Day
Algae-Protection Guarantee.
One bottle is good for
15,000 gallons.
Product # 01-10-5060
Part 4
POOL FROG® Bac Pac
Pre-lled with chlorine tablets and
ts inside the POOL FROG® Mineral
Reservoir.
Product # 01-03-5880
POOL FROG®Mineral Reservoir comes inside POOL FROG®Mineral Cycler and is also separately.
POOL FROG®Bac Pac and FROG BAM®also sold separately.
†FROG®Mineral System consists of the FROG®minerals silver chloride and carbonate used in conjunction with 0.5 ppm chlorine. The FROG®Mineral Reservoir
must be used in conjunction with the FROG®Bac Pac (EPA Reg. No.: 53735-2), an EPA registered chlorine pool product or a chlorine delivery device.
*Compared to the minimum EPA recommended chlorine level of 1.0 ppm for a stabilized swimming pool.
THE POOL FROG
®
MINERAL RESERVOIR
MUST BE REPLACED
EVERY SIX MONTHS
OR AFTER ONE POOL
SEASON WHICHEVER
IS SHORTER.
There are 4 parts to the POOL FROG®System:
1. POOL FROG®Cycler
2. POOL FROG®Mineral Reservoir
3. FROG BAM®90-day Algae-Preventative
4. POOL FROG®Bac Pac.

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Explanation of the safety pictographs
The following pictographs illustrate the type and source of
a hazard.
General Notes
These instructions contain information for the safe and proper
operation of this system. Observe the following principles:
 •Readtheentiremanualpriortoinstallingorusingthis 
system.
 •Ensurethateveryoneusingthissystemfollowsthe 
instructions and safety precautions.
 •Keeptheinstructionsnearbyandavailableforreference
throughout the service life of this system.
Signal Word Meaning
WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
Caution also alerts against unsafe practices.
NOTICE Indicates special instructions that are important but not related to physical injury hazards.
Pictograph Type of Danger
Safety Alert/General Hazard
ExplosionRisk
Hazardous Pressure
Flammable Fire Hazard
Identication of warnings
Warningsareintendedtohelpyourecognizerisksandavoid
negative consequences. This is how warnings are identied:
Signal Word
Pictographs
Description of danger.
Consequences if ignored.
aThearrowsignalsasafetyprecautiontobetakento
eliminate or reduce the danger.
These instructions do not provide for every possible contingency
that might be encountered in connection with installation, opera-
tion or maintenance of this equipment. Should further informa-
tion be desired or should particular issues arise which are not
covered sufciently in this manual, the matter should be referred
to the manufacturer.
Explanation of the signal words
Signal words, which depict the probability and severity of harm, are used in these instructions. They are dened as follows:
Notes and Safety Information

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Safety Precautions
CAUTION
a FollowinstructionsforthePOOLFROG®SYSTEM,POOLFROG®BacPacs,POOLFROG®Minerals, and BAM®Algaecide.
a Avoid breathing in chemical fumes. Use protective equipment if necessary.
a Wash your hands and arms thoroughly after using this product.
WARNING
Fire, explosion and high pressure hazards
Tominimizetheriskofseriousinjury,deathorpropertydamage,followtheseinstructionsandsafetyprecautionsatall
timeswhileusingthePOOLFROG®System.
a Read,understandandfollowallinstructionsandsafetyprecautionsinthemanual,andonthissystemand
on any label for chemicals used with this system.
a UseonlyPOOLFROG®BacPacs,MineralReservoir,andFROGBAM®inthePOOLFROG®SYSTEM.
a Neverusebulkchemicals,fastdissolvingchlorinetablets,liquidbleach,orcalciumhypochloriteinthePOOLFROG®system.
a Never mix Trichlor Chlorine tablets with Calcium Hypochlorite, or with any other form of concentrated chlorine or other chemicals.
a Neveraddanyothertypesofchlorine,pHadjusters,shocktreatmentsoralgaecidesthroughtheskimmer.
These products should be added directly into the pool if required.
a TopreventthebuildupofgaspressureinthePOOLFROG®SYSTEM, be sure the pool return line valves are open –
except when opening or servicing the unit.
a Do not exceed maximum operating pressure of 50 psi.
a Donotopenunderpressure.AlwaysturnoffpumpandbleedoffpressurebeforeopeningPOOLFROG®SYSTEM.
a Do not exceed maximum water temperature of 104ºF.
a Do not install automatic or fast shut off valves downstream of feeder.
a NeverinstallPOOLFROG®before the heater.
a AnyadditionalsanitizingequipmentthatisinstalledwithFROG®mustbeinstalledaftertheFROG®(never before)
on the return line to the pool.
a Avoidsparks,smoking,oranyopenamenearPOOLFROG®SYSTEM or chemicals.

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Step 1: Preparing the Pool
NOTICE
a Ensure proper plumbing connections prior to pressurizing.
a ReplacePOOLFROG®Systemifsignsofcracks,damageordegradation.
a Failure to properly winterize your cycler could result in freeze damage.
Check for metals in the pool such as iron or copper.
Before attempting water balance these should
be removed. See your dealer for a metal out or
sequesterant and follow the label directions carefully.
Before beginning with any pool care program, you must
rst balance your pool water. Take a water sample to
your local pool professional (or use a complete test kit)
to test for the important Water Balance Guidelines.
IMPORTANT: Always follow printed instructions on the
balancing chemical packages. Add balancing chemicals
in small increments one at a time with circulation running.
For best results, wait 8-12 hours before testing again
and adding any additional balancing chemicals.
1. Make sure the pool has adequate
circulation. The total volume of pool
water must completely circulate
through the pump and lter at least
1 to 2 times per day. This usually
requires 8 to 12 hours of circulation.
Check with your dealer for the
proper circulation time for your pool.
2.
3.
5.
4.
Water Balance Guidelines
pH: 7.2 – 7.8
Total Alkalinity: 80 – 120 ppm
Calcium Hardness: 200 – 400
Total Dissolved Solids: <1500
Stabilizer: 20 – 80 ppm
Free Chlorine: 0.5 – 1.0 ppm
Check the pool’s lter gauge often
and periodically clean lter per the
manufacturer’s directions. A dirty
lter will slow the ow of water which
could hamper proper circulation.
Check the Water Hardness of your ll water before
adding to the pool. If calcium content is higher than
400 ppm, nd a soft water source to ll your pool
instead. Otherwise water balance will be very difcult.
NOTE: This step is very important to start-up. Shock
the pool with an EPA registered chlorine shock only to
rid the water of contaminants and establish a chlorine
residual. Follow manufacturer’s directions carefully.
b. Look at the Total Alkalinity reading rst. Adjustments
should be made to bring the Total Alkalinity in the range of
80 – 120 ppm prior to making any adjustments to pH even
if it throws pH off further.
c. After TA is in range, test for pH. It should be between
7.2 and 7.8. If higher or lower, add a pH adjuster.
d. Then test your Water Hardness again. If lower than 200
ppm, add Calcium Increaser. Always maintain 200-400 ppm.
e. Lastly test for stabilizer or conditioner levels. Add
conditioner if the level is below 20 ppm. This will prevent
chlorine burn off. If stabilizer level is above 80 ppm,
partially drain water and re-ll.
6.
a. Take a water sample
from the pool and dip a
FROG®Test Strip into it.
For best results in achieving water balance, follow
steps a through e in order.
Dip
u
6.2 6.8 7.2 7.8 8.4
LOW
BAJO
VERY LOW
MUY BAJO
HIGH
ALTO
LOW
BAJO
VERY LOW
MUY BAJO
HIGH
ALTO
VERY HIGH
MUY ALTO
040 80 120 180 240
Total Alkalinity
(ppm)
Alcalinidad Total
(mg/L)
Hold level for
15 Seconds
NOTE: Low pH readings may result when Total Alkalinity is below 80 ppm.
Important: Keep cap on tight between uses. Store at room temperature.
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Patent 6,030,842 Made in USA 553101443N
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IDEAL
USE BY DATE ON BOTTLE
USE ANTES FECHA
SmartChlor
Out Indicator
Active Chlorine
pH
If lighter color,
check Smart
Chlor catridge
If darker
color, OK
If lighter color,
turn cartridge
setting up
1 number
If darker color,
turn cartridge
setting down
1 number
Just Dip and Read
Test Strips
From
Specially made
for use with
FROG
Mineral Systems
50 100 250 450 800
Calcium
Hardness
Hot Tub
IDEAL
IDEAL
Dip
u
6.2 6.8 7.2 7.8 8.4
LOW
BAJO
VERY LOW
MUY BAJO
HIGH
ALTO
LOW
BAJO
VERY LOW
MUY BAJO
HIGH
ALTO
VERY HIGH
MUY ALTO
040 80 120 180 240
Total Alkalinity
(ppm)
Alcalinidad Total
(mg/L)
Hold level for
15 Seconds
NOTE: Low pH readings may result when Total Alkalinity is below 80 ppm.
Important: Keep cap on tight between uses. Store at room temperature.
www.KingTechnology.com
Patent 6,030,842 Made in USA 553101443N
Read
v
w
IDEAL
USE BY DATE ON BOTTLE
USE ANTES FECHA
SmartChlor
Out Indicator
Active Chlorine
pH
If lighter color,
check Smart
Chlor catridge
If darker
color, OK
If lighter color,
turn cartridge
setting up
1 number
If darker color,
turn cartridge
setting down
1 number
Just Dip and Read
Test Strips
From
Specially made
for use with
FROG
Mineral Systems
50 100 250 450 800
Calcium
Hardness
Hot Tub
IDEAL
IDEAL
7. Begin Routine Pool Care as soon as the pool is
prepared, page 9.
Do not add shock in or near the skimmer or into the POOL FROG®
Cycler as it could damage equipment, risk potential explosion or
discolor your pool surface.

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®
BRAND
Install a POOL FROG®Mineral
Reservoir into the POOL
FROG®Cycler. (See page 10 for
directions.)
REPLACE THE POOL FROG®
MINERAL PAC EVERY 6
MONTHS OR AFTER ONE
POOL SEASON WHICHEVER IS
SHORTER. AFTER THAT TIME,
YOU WILL HEAR THE SPENT
MEDIA INSIDE, HOWEVER IT IS
NO LONGER EFFECTIVE AND
MUST BE REPLACED.
Replace cap and run POOL
FROG®Cycler, with POOL FROG®
Mineral Reservoir inserted, for
10 minutes on Setting 5.
Insert FROG BAM®
into POOL FROG®Mineral
Reservoir in POOL FROG®
Cycler. (See page 11 for
directions.)
When chlorine reading is down
to 1.0 ppm, which may take a
few days, insert POOL FROG®
Bac Pac. (See page 12 for
directions.)
Step 2: Putting the System to Work
1.
2. 4.
3.
Use FROG BAM®
for a 90-day
Algae Protection
Guarantee!

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Step 3: Setting the Control Dial
This system is designed to work effectively with a variety of pool equipment as long as the following basic procedures are followed.
Set control dial by matching up the parameters of your pool on the chart below. THIS IS A STARTING POINT ONLY and may need
to be adjusted to t your individual pool needs. See #2 below for adjusting directions. IMPORTANT: If using a multi-speed pump,
pump-run times of at least 6 hours per day at high speed are recommended for proper performance.
If running the pump at low speed only or on high speed less than 6 hours, please follow the 24 hour low-speed
directions below.
1.
24 HOUR, LOW-SPEED PUMP-RUN TIME
In order to ensure proper performance when running the
pump on low speed for 24 hours per day or high speed less
than 6 hours per day, bleed the air while the pump is on by
unscrewing the cap knob until water appears. Then screw
the knob back on. Repeat this process each time the cap is
removed for any reason. Set the control dial at 6 and follow
the adjustment directions in Step 2 to determine the correct
setting for your pool.
For the rst week test the pool water
daily for free chlorine with FROG®Test
Strips to ensure correct dial setting.
Continue to test weekly throughout the
season.
2.
After each testing, adjust the dial up
by 1/2 increment if the free chlorine
reading has dropped below 0.5 ppm
or adjust down by 1/2 increment if
the reading has risen above 1.0 ppm.
Continue this process each day until
the free chlorine reading stabilizes to
at least 0.5 ppm.
Remember to adjust dial by
1/2 increments only in order to
prevent over chlorination which
may bleach pool surfaces.
If using another means of
chlorine support set dial to
Maximum. Maintain a minimum
chlorine reading of 0.5 ppm with
a chlorine delivery device or
hand feeding.
Find your starting dial setting by matching up the parameters of your
pool on the above chart. An In ground pool with approximately 18,000
gallons with a 1 horse power pump running 6 hours a day at high
speed would require a starting dial setting of 5. Example above.
POOL SIZE
Gallons
SINGLE-SPEED PUMP OR HIGH-SPEED PUMP RUN TIME
6 HOUR PUMP RUN TIME
12 HOUR PUMP RUN TIME
24 HOUR PUMP RUN TIME
PUMP SIZE
3/4 hp 1 hp 1 1/2 hp 2 hp
PUMP SIZE
3/4 hp 1 hp 1 1/2 hp 2 hp
PUMP SIZE
3/4 hp 1 hp 1 1/2 hp 2 hp
7,000 4.0 3.5 3.0 3.0* 3.0 2.5 4.0* 3.5* 1.5 3.5* 3.0* 2.5*
9,000 4.5 4.0 3.5 3.0 3.5 3.0 2.5 4.0* 2.5 4.0* 3.5* 3.0*
12,000 5.0 4.5 4.0 3.5 4.0 3.5 3.0 2.5 3.0 2.5 1.5 3.5*
18,000 NR 5.0 4.5 4.0 5.0 4.0 3.5 3.0 3.5 3.0 2.5 2.0
25,000 NR NR 5.0 4.0 NR 5.0 4.0 3.5 4.0 3.5 3.0 2.5
30,000 NR NR 6.0 5.0 NR 5.5 5.0 4.0 4.5 4.0 3.5 3.0
35,000 NR NR 7.0 6.0 NR 6.5 5.5 5.0 5.5 4.5 4.0 3.5
40,000 NR NR NR 7.0 NR NR 6.5 5.5 6.5 5.5 4.5 4.0
* – Bypass installation recommended. NR – This pump size is not recommended for this size pool.
POOL SIZE
Gallons
6 HOUR PUMP RUN TIME
PUMP SIZE
3/4 hp 1 hp 1 1/2 hp 2 hp
7,000 4.0 3.5 3.0 3.0*
9,000 4.5 4.0 3.5 3.0
12,000 5.0 4.5 4.0 3.5
18,000 NR 5.0 4.5 4.0
25,000 NR NR 5.0 4.0
30,000 NR NR 6.0 5.0
35,000 NR NR 7.0 6.0
40,000 NR NR NR 7.0

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Step 4: Routine Pool Care
Run ltration system enough hours to
circulate all water 1 to 2 times per day.
More than that could result in over
chlorination.
2.
3.
1. 4.
6.
Do not add shock in or near the skimmer or into the POOL
FROG®Cycler as it could damage equipment, risk potential
explosion or discolor your pool surface.
POOL SIZE
Gallons
SINGLE-SPEED PUMP OR HIGH-SPEED PUMP RUN TIME
6 HOUR PUMP RUN TIME
12 HOUR PUMP RUN TIME
24 HOUR PUMP RUN TIME
PUMP SIZE
3/4 hp 1 hp 1 1/2 hp 2 hp
PUMP SIZE
3/4 hp 1 hp 1 1/2 hp 2 hp
PUMP SIZE
3/4 hp 1 hp 1 1/2 hp 2 hp
7,000 4.0 3.5 3.0 3.0* 3.0 2.5 4.0* 3.5* 1.5 3.5* 3.0* 2.5*
9,000 4.5 4.0 3.5 3.0 3.5 3.0 2.5 4.0* 2.5 4.0* 3.5* 3.0*
12,000 5.0 4.5 4.0 3.5 4.0 3.5 3.0 2.5 3.0 2.5 1.5 3.5*
18,000 NR 5.0 4.5 4.0 5.0 4.0 3.5 3.0 3.5 3.0 2.5 2.0
25,000 NR NR 5.0 4.0 NR 5.0 4.0 3.5 4.0 3.5 3.0 2.5
30,000 NR NR 6.0 5.0 NR 5.5 5.0 4.0 4.5 4.0 3.5 3.0
35,000 NR NR 7.0 6.0 NR 6.5 5.5 5.0 5.5 4.5 4.0 3.5
40,000 NR NR NR 7.0 NR NR 6.5 5.5 6.5 5.5 4.5 4.0
Remember to replace POOL
FROG®Mineral Reservoir and all
other FROG®replacements as
directed.
Shock the pool every other week or
as needed. We recommend a non-
chlorine shock as reducing chlorine
use is the goal of FROG®products.
However, using a chlorine shock is
OK too.
Maintain 0.5 to 1.0 ppm free chlorine
level at all times.
Note: These lower chlorine levels are
only acceptable when using FROG®
minerals.
Regularly test water with FROG®
Test Strips to maintain pH and Total
Alkalinity.
NOTE: Water balance is affected
by bather load, chemical usage,
evaporation and the makeup of
source water, so maintaining water
balance regularly is important.
®
B R AN D
5. Before closing the pool for winter,
use FROG BAM®following the
directions on page 11.

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Replacing a POOL FROG®Mineral Reservoir
(POOL FROG®Mineral Reservoirs MUST be Replaced Every Season)
1.
Check the top of the box and back label of product to make sure
you have the correct POOL FROG®Mineral Reservoir to t your
POOL FROG®Cycler.
THE POOL FROG®MINERAL RESERVOIR MUST BE REPLACED
EVERY 6 MONTHS OR AFTER ONE POOL SEASON WHICHEVER
IS SHORTER
IMPORTANT: Remove and read the
information card.
Please note: Complete instructions for
inserting a POOL FROG®Mineral Reservoir,
FROG BAM®and POOL FROG®Bac Pac are
included inside the POOL FROG®Mineral
Reservoir
USE ONLY the factory recommended
replacement POOL FROG®Mineral Reservoir,
FROG BAM®and POOL FROG®Bac Pac.
DO NOT USE bulk chemical tablets in
the POOL FROG®Cycler or put anything
inside the POOL FROG®Cycler, other than
the appropriate POOL FROG®product as
directed in the product instructions. Use of
any other product could result in damage
to pool equipment or surface, unsafe pool
conditions, re or explosion. Warranty will
be void if the correct POOL FROG®Mineral
Reservoir, FROG BAM®and POOL FROG®
Bac Pac are not used.
2.
Turn off pump. Turn dial to Pac
Removal. This reduces the ow
of water into the unit when the
cap is open.
3.
Use the cap tool included
with POOL FROG®Cycler to
loosen cycler cap by hitting
the handle with the at of
your hand counter clockwise.
Stand back to avoid inhaling
chlorine fumes from the
POOL FROG®Bac Pac.
4.
Find slot on side of
POOL FROG®Mineral
Reservoir and line
up with n inside the
POOL FROG®Cycler.
Lower POOL FROG®
Mineral Reservoir into
POOL FROG®Cycler
until secure.
Replace FROG®Bac
Pac unless winterizing
(see page 16).
6.
POOL FROG®MINERAL RESERVOIR
The Complete Low-Chlorine Alternative+
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Series 5400 (01-12-5462)
FOR POOLS UP TO 40,000 GALLONS
Product Description: The POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir is the heart of an advanced pool care system that destroys bacteria.
The patented mineral formula in the POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir also neutralizes acids, which helps keep the pH in an
acceptable range with less monitoring. The controlled release of minerals provides an optimum level of protection in your
pool. The FROG Mineral System+reduces chlorine use up to 50%*. Simply use with at least 0.5 ppm of an EPA registered
source of chlorine such as the POOL FROG Bac Pac (EPA Reg. No. 53735-2) or a chlorine delivery device. Using the POOL
FROG Mineral System
+
improves swimming pool pleasure by reducing the problems associated with chlorine including faded
bathing suits, premature damage to pool equipment or surfaces and smelly odors. With the POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir,
pool care is easy and effective. Once wetted, the time-released mineral coating of this product is effective up to 6 consecutive
months or one pool season whichever is shorter. After that time, even if upon shaking you hear the spent media inside, it is
no longer effective and must be replaced. Mark the calendar with stickers provided to replace this product.
Serial No.
Mark your calendar for the six month replacement of the
POOL FROG®Mineral Reservoir. Once wetted, the time-
released mineral coating of this product is effective up to
6 consecutive months or one pool season whichever is
shorter. After that time, you will hear the spent media inside,
however it is no longer effective and must be replaced.
7.
5.
Remove the FROG®Bac Pac and if not empty, set to the side
or store for winter. Then remove the FROG® Mineral Reservoir
and discard if has been used for one pool season or 6 months
whichever is shorter.