Intex SF20110 User manual

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Sand Filter Pump
Model SF20110
IMPORTANT
SAFETY RULES
Read, understand, and follow
all instructions carefully before
installing and using this product.
Don’t forget to try these other fine Intex products: Pools, Pool
Accessories, Inflatable Pools and In-Home Toys, Airbeds and
Boats available at fine retailers or visit our website.
Due to a policy of continuous product improvement, Intex
reserves the right to change specifications and appearance,
which may result in updates to the instruction manual, without
notice.
OWNER’S MANUAL
IMPORTANT!
DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT TO STORE
To purchase parts and accessories or to obtain non-technical assistance,
Visit www.intexcorp.com
For technical assistance and missing parts call us toll-free (for U.S. and Canadian Residents):
1-800-234-6839
Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm Pacific Time
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warnings.......................................................................... 3
Parts List & References.................................................. 4-8
Setup Instructions ......................................................... 9-16
Product Specifications................................................... 11
Operating Instructions ................................................... 17-19
Intex Pools Operating Time Table.................................. 20
Non-Intex Pools Operating Time Table..........................21
Maintenance.................................................................... 22
Long Term Storage.......................................................... 23
Troubleshooting Guide................................................... 24
Common Pool Problems................................................. 25
General Aquatic Safety................................................... 26
Limited Warranty............................................................. 27

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SAFETY RULES
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).
•Assembly and disassembly by adults only.
•Risk of electric shock. Connect only to a grounding type receptacle, this product
is provided with a ground-fault circuit interrupter. If replacement of the plug or cord
is needed, use only identical replacement parts.
•Always unplug this product from the electrical outlet before removing, cleaning,
servicing or making any adjustment to the product.
•Theunitisprovidedwithaground-faultcircuitinterrupter(GFCI).TotesttheGFCI,
push the test button. TheGFCIshouldinterruptpower.Push the reset button,
 powershouldberestored.IftheGFCIfailstooperateinthismanner.TheGFCIis
 defective.IftheGFCIinterruptspowertothepumpwithoutthetestbuttonbeing
pushed, a ground current is flowing, indicating the possibility of an electric shock.
Do not use this pump. Disconnect the pump and have the problem corrected by a
qualified service representative before using.
•Do not bury the electrical cord. Locate the cord where it will not be damaged by
lawn mowers, hedge trimmers and other equipment.
•To reduce the risk of electric shock, replace damaged cord immediately. Use a
qualified electrician to replace the cord.
•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.
•Donotuseanapplianceleakagecurrentinterrupter(ALCI)inplaceofaGFCI
since the ALCI will not protect people.
•Positionthisproductawayfrompool,soastopreventchildrenfromclimbingonit
and access the pool.
•Do not operate this product when pool is occupied.
•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.
This product is for use with storable pools only. Do not use with permanently-installed pools.
A storable pool is constructed so that it is capable of being readily disassembled for storage
and reassembled to its original integrity. A permanently-installed pool is constructed in or on
the ground or in a building such that it cannot be readily disassembled for storage.
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.
CAUTION

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PARTS LIST
NOTE:Drawingsforillustrationpurposeonly.Actualproductmayvary.Nottoscale.
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PARTS LIST
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PARTS LIST (continued)
PARTS LIST
NOTE:Drawingsforillustrationpurposeonly.Actualproductmayvary.Nottoscale.
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PARTS REFERENCE
PARTS REFERENCE
Before assembling your product, please take a few minutes to check the contents
and become familiar with all the parts.
NOTE:Drawingsforillustrationpurposeonly.Actualproductmayvary.Nottoscale.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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PARTS REFERENCE
PARTS REFERENCE (continued)
Before assembling your product, please take a few minutes to check the contents
and become familiar with all the parts.
NOTE:Drawingsforillustrationpurposeonly.Actualproductmayvary.Nottoscale.
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When ordering parts, be sure to quote the model number and part numbers.
PARTS REFERENCE (continued)
Before assembling your product, please take a few minutes to check the contents
and become familiar with all the parts.
PARTS REFERENCE
REF. NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. SPARE PART
NO.
1 PRESSUREGAUGE 1 11224
2 6-WAYVALVE 1 11496
3 DRAINOUTLETCOVER 1 11131
4 CLAMP 1 11380
5 TANKO-RING 1 11379
6 SANDSHIELD 1 11382
7 CENTERPIPEHUB 1 11495
8 LATERAL 10 11384
9 DRAINVALVECAP 111456
10 DRAINVALVEO-RING 1 11385
11 L-SHAPEO-RING 4 11228
12 HOSEWITHNUTS 2 11009
13 SANDFILTERINTERCONNECTINGHOSE 1 11535
14 LEAFTRAPNUT 1 11479
15 LEAFTRAPO-RING 1 11232
16 BASKET 1 11260
17 FILTERHOUSINGNUT 1 11261
18 L-SHAPEO-RING 1 11412
19 SEDIMENTRELEASEVALVE 1 10460
20 VALVEO-RING 1 10264
21 PLUNGERVALVE(HOSEO-RING&STEPWASHERINCLUDED) 2 10747E
22 HOSEO-RING 2 10262
23 STEPWASHER 2 10745
24 STRAINERNUT 2 10256
25 FLATSTRAINERRUBBERWASHER 2 10255
26
THREADEDSTRAINERCONNECTOR
2 10744
27 ADJUSTABLEPOOLINLETNOZZLE 1 11074
28 ADAPTOR B 2 10722
29 STRAINERCONNECTOR 2 11070
30 POOLINLETNOZZLE 1 11071
31 STRAINERGRID 1 11072
32 SCREW 2 11381
33 PUMPMOTOR&CONTROL 111322EG
34 PRE-FILTERASSEMBLY 1 11371
35 LEAF TRAP COVER 1 11480
36 STRAINERGRID 1 10253
37 VACUUM RELEASE VALVE 2 11437
38 VACUUM RELEASE VALVE CAP 2 11576
39 SANDFILTERPUMPMOTORINLET O-RING 211457
40 16”SANDFILTERPUMPANDCOMBOTANK 1 11497
41 16”SANDFILTERPUMPTANKBASE 1 11514

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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
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
strainer connector (26) (see drawing 1).
Be careful not to lose the step rubber
washer (23). Place the plunger valve on
the ground in a safe place.
2. In a counter-clockwise motion unscrew the
strainer nut (24) from the threaded
connector (26). Leave the flat washer (25)
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
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
strainer nut (24) facing the outside wall of
the liner in a clockwise motion screw the
strainer nut (24) back onto the threaded
connector (26) (see drawing 2).
5. Finger tighten the strainer nut (24) onto 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
valve union back onto the threaded
connector (26) (see drawing 3).
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 4.1).
9. NOTE: Nevercoverthevacuumrelease
valve (37) unless it is damaged or leaking.
Replace the vacuum release valve
immediately.
POOL OUTLET - STRAINER & PLUNGER VALVE SETUP
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25 26
INSIDE
LINER WALL
24
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4.1
INSIDE
LINER WALL
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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
POOL INLET - NOZZLE & PLUNGER VALVE SETUP
1. In a counter-clockwise motion unscrew
plunger valve union from the threaded
strainer connector (26) (see drawing 5).
Be careful not to lose the step rubber
washer (23). Place the plunger valve on
the ground in a safe place.
2. In a counter-clockwise motion unscrew the
strainer nut (24) from the threaded
connector (26). Leave the flat washer (25)
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
strainer nut (24) facing the outside wall of
the liner in a clockwise motion screw the
strainer nut (24) back onto the threaded
connector (26) (see drawing 6).
5. Finger tighten the adjustable pool inlet
nozzle (27) and the strainer nut (24) onto
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
valve union back onto the threaded
connector (26) (see drawing 7).
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. NOTE: Nevercoverthevacuumrelease
valve (37) unless it is damaged or leaking.
Replace the vacuum release valve
immediately.
10.Adjust the direction of the nozzle head
pointing away from the pool outlet for a
better circulation result (see
drawing 9).
11. The pool liner is now ready to be filled with
water. Consult the above-ground-pool
owner’s manual for the filling instructions.
POOL
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1
7
1
2
8
INSIDE
LINER WALL
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25 26 27
INSIDE
LINER WALL
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PRODUCT SPECS & SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
Power: 110-120 Volt AC
Amperage: 6.0 A
Maximum working pressure: 3.5 bar (50 psi)
Effective filtering area: 0.13 m2(1.44 ft2)
Maximum Flow Rate: 10030 liters/hour (2650 gallons/hour)
Recommended filtering media: No.20silicasandorglasssand.Particlesize
(Notincluded) range 0.45 to 0.85 mm (0.018 to 0.033 inches).
Uniformity Coefficient less than 1.75.
Recommended filtering media quantity: No.20silicasand 45Kg(100Lbs) or glass
sand 32Kg(70Lbs).
Limited Warranty: see “Limited Warranty”
NOTE: NOTSUITABLEFORUSEWITHKCP-LOW-SALTAUTOMATICSALTWATER
SYSTEM(MODEL6110/6220 )
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.
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 visible damage. If parts are damaged
contact your local service center listed at
the back of this owner’s manual.
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).
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4. In a clockwise motion screw filter housing nut (17) onto the motor water inlet
(See drawings 12.1 & 12.2).
5. Replace the basket (16) and leaf trap cover (14) back to the pre-filter housing
(See drawings 13.1 & 13.2).
SETUP INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
Sand tank installation:
1. Place the tank support base on 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(177.4mm)
apart.
 • Usetwoboltsandlocknutswithamaximumof6.4mmindiameter.
12.2
12.1
13.1 13.2
14.1 14.2
6.98in
（177.4mm）
14.3
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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
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.
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).
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).
5. Remove the sand shield (6).
6. Wash away all sand around the top edge of the tank.
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6
MAX
MIN
17
MAX
MIN
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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 (see drawing 19).
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).
SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
SETUP INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
WARNING
Improper tank valve and clamp assembly could cause the valve and clamp
to blow off and cause serious injury, property damage or death.
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WATER
INLET
WATER
OUTLET
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 drawings 22).
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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
SAND FILTER PUMP HOSE CONNECTION SETUP
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.
WARNING
• Positionthisproductawayfromthepool,soastopreventchildrenfrom
climbing on it and accessing the pool.
(ILLUSTRATION NOT TO SCALE)
6-WAY VALVE
WATER
INLET
WATER
OUTLET
MOTOR MOTOR
WATER
OUTLET
PRE-
FILTER
WATER INLET
WATER LEVEL
ADJUSTABLE
POOL INLET
NOZZLE
STRAINER
GRID
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LINER WALL
PLUNGER
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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
SAND FILTER PUMP HOSE CONNECTION SETUP (continued)
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 adaptor B (28) to plunger valve union.
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.
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.
POOL
LARGE HOSE
CLAMP
POOL
12
3
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
 • 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).
Valve Position Function Water Flow Direction
FILTER
(see drawing 23)
Normalfiltrationandregular
vacuuming of pool
From pump through filter media
to pool
BACKWASH
(see drawing 24)
Reverses water flow to clean
filter media
From pump through filter media
to valve waste/drain outlet
RINSE
(see drawing 25)
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
(see drawing 26)
For vacuuming directly to waste,
lowering pool level or to drain the pool
From pump to valve waste/drain
outlet bypassing the filter media
RECIRCULATE
(see drawing 27)
For circulating water back to pool
without going through the filter media
From pump through valve to
pool bypassing the filter media
CLOSED
(see drawing 28)
Shuts off all flow to filter and pool
“Do not use this setting with pump running”
6-way valve positions and function:
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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).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
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.
NOTE: The plunger valve is equipped with a vacuum release valve that will
automatically activate to minimize the suction at the pool outlet if the outlet is
blocked. This is an additional safety feature to prevent suction entrapment.
The vacuum release valve will reset once the blockage is removed and the
pump is switched off. To restart the system the air must be removed from the
filter pump per previous step.
2. Ensure the drain/waste outlet on the 6-way valve is not covered and directed to
a proper draining receptacle.
3. 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 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.
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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.
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
(see drawing 31).
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.
31
TIMER OFF ON
TIMER DIAL
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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
Easy Set & Oval Pool)
Sand filter
pump operating
time (For one
cycle)
(Gals) (Liters) (Hours)
INTEX ABOVE GROUND POOLS (AGP’s)
EASY SET®
POOL
18' x 42" (549cm x 107cm) 4786 18115 2
18' x 48" (549cm x 122cm) 5455 20647 2
ROUND
METAL
FRAME POOL
18' x 48" (549cm x 122cm) 6423 24311 4
21' x 52" (640cm x 132cm) 9533 36082 4
24' x 52" (732cm x 132cm) 12481 47241 6
ULTRA FRAME
POOL
18’ x 48” (549cm x 122cm) 6423 24311 4
18' x 52" (549cm x 132cm) 6981 26423 4
20’ x 48” (610cm x 122cm) 7947 30079 4
22’ x 52” (671cm x 132cm) 10472 39637 4
24’ x 52” (732cm x 132cm) 12481 47241 6
26’ x 52” (732cm x 132cm) 14667 55515 8
SEQUOIA SPIRIT®
POOL SET
16'8" x 49" (508cm x 124cm) 5061 19156 2
18'8" x 53" (569cm x 135cm) 6981 26423 4
OVAL FRAME POOL 20' x 12' x 48" (610cm x 366cm x 122cm) 4393 16628 2
RECT. ULTRA
FRAME POOL
15' x 9' x 48" (457cm x 274cm x 122cm) 3484 13187 2
18' x 9' x 52" (549cm x 274cm x 132cm) 4545 17203 2
20' x 10' x 52" (610cm x 305cm x 132cm) 5835 22085 4
24' x 12' x 52" (732cm x 366cm x 132cm) 8403 31805 4
32' x 16' x 52" (975cm x 488cm x 132cm) 14364 54368 8
NOTE: The “12” hours timer setting position has an additional 20 minutes over the actual
setting.