Pentair Pool Products TR 40 Operation manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
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Triton®Fiberglass Sand Filters
Models:
TR 40, TR 50, TR 60, TR 100, TR 140
TR 100HD, TR 100C, TR 140C
TR 100C-3, TR 140C-3 and
Installation & User's Guide
Triton II - Residential
Triton HD - Commercial
Triton C - Commercial
Triton C-3 - Commercial
Model: TR 60 with

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Triton®Fiberglass Sand Filter Installation and User’s Guide
Table of Contents
Important Safety Precautions .............................................................................................. ii
Section 1: Introduction .....................................................................................................1
Triton®Fiberglass Sand Filters Overview ................................................................ 1
General Features..................................................................................................... 2
Section 2: Installation ....................................................................................................... 3
Installing the Triton®Fiberglass Sand Filter .............................................................. 3
How your Triton®Filter works .................................................................................. 3
Installing the Triton®Filter Threaded and Oval Closures .......................................... 5
Initial Start-Up .......................................................................................................... 6
Section 3: Maintenance ..................................................................................................... 7
Triton®Filter Care ..................................................................................................... 7
Triton®Filter Cleaning .............................................................................................. 7
Triton®Filter Backwash Procedure .......................................................................... 8
Chemical Cleaning Procedure ................................................................................. 9
Winterizing your Triton®Filter ................................................................................... 9
Section 4: Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. 10
Section 5: Replacement Parts .......................................................................................... 12
Triton®Filter Pressure Drop Curve .......................................................................... 12
Installing Multiple Triton®Filters (Tandem Filter Piping Kits) ............................................ 12
Triton®II, TR60 ClearPro & Triton®HD Replacement Parts ..................................... 13
Triton®100C & 140C Replacement Parts ................................................................ 16
Triton®100C-3 & 140C-3 Replacement Parts ......................................................... 18
Après – Filtres à Sable en Fibre de Verre Triton™
Después – Filtros de Arena de Fibra de Vidrio Triton™

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Triton®Fiberglass Sand Filter Installation and User’s Guide
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Consumer Information and Safety
The Triton®Series Sand Filters are designed and manufactured to provide many years of safe and reliable service when
installed, operated and maintained according to the information in this manual and the installation codes referred to in
later sections. Throughout the manual, safety warnings and cautions are identified by the “ “ symbol. Be sure to read
and comply with all of the warnings and cautions.
WARNING — THIS FILTER OPERATES UNDER HIGH PRESSURE
When any part of the circulating system, (e.g., closure, pump, filter, valve(s), etc.), is serviced, air
can enter the system and become pressurized. Pressurized air can cause the top closure to
separate which can result in severe injury, death, or property damage. To avoid this potential
hazard, follow these instructions:
1. If you are not familiar with your pool filtering system and/or heater:
a. Do NOT attempt to adjust or service without consulting your dealer, or a qualified pool
technician.
b. Read the entire Installation & User’s Guide before attempting to use, service or adjust the
pool filtering system or heater.
2. Before repositioning valve(s) and before beginning the assembly, disassembly, or any other
service of the circulating system: (A) Turn the pump OFF and shut OFF any automatic controls
to ensure the system is NOT inadvertently started during the servicing; (B) open the manual
air bleeder valve; (C) wait until all pressure is relieved.
3. Whenever installing the filter closure FOLLOW THE FILTER CLOSURE WARNINGS
EXACTLY.
4. Once service on the circulating system is complete FOLLOW INITIAL START-UP
INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.
5. Maintain circulation system properly. Replace worn or damaged parts immediately, (e.g.,
closure, pressure gauge, valve(s), o-rings, etc).
6. Be sure that the filter is properly mounted and positioned according to instructions provided.
Important Notice:
This guide provides installation and operation instructions for the Triton®Series Fiberglass
Sand Filters. Consult Pentair Water Pool and Spa®with any questions regarding this equipment.
Attention Installer: This guide contains important information about the installation, operation and safe usage of
this product. This information should be given to the owner and/or operator of this equipment after installation or left on
or near the filter.
Attention User: This manual contains important information that will help you in operating and maintaining this
filter. Please retain it for future reference.
WARNING — Before installing this product, read and follow all warning notices and instructions which are
included. Failure to follow safety warnings and instructions can result in severe injury, death,
or property damage. Call [phone] for additional free copies of these instructions.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (continued)
WARNING — This filter must be installed by a licensed or certified electrician or a qualified pool serviceman in
accordance with the National Electrical Code and all applicable local codes and ordinances.
Improper installation could result in death or serious injury to pool users, installers, or others and
may also cause damage to property.
Always disconnect power to the pool circulating system at the circuit breaker before servicing the
filter. Ensure that the disconnected circuit is locked out or properly tagged so that it cannot be
switched on while you are working on the filter. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or
death to serviceman, pool users or others due to electric shock.
WARNING — Do not operate the filter until you have read and understand clearly all the operating instructions
and warning messages for all equipment that is a part of the pool circulating system. The
following instructions are intended as a guide for initially operating the filter in a general pool
installation. Failure to follow all operating instructions and warning messages can result in
property damage or severe personal injury or death.
WARNING — To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely
supervised at all times.
WARNING — Due to the potential risk that can be involved it is recommended that the pressure test be kept to
the minimum time required by the local code. Do not allow people to work around the system
when the circulation system is under pressure test. Post appropriate warning signs and establish
a barrier around the pressurized equipment. If the equipment is located in an equipment room,
lock the door and post a warning sign.
Never attempt to adjust any closures or lids or attempt to remove or tighten bolts when the system
is pressurized. These actions can cause the closure to blow off and could cause severe personal
injury or death if they were to strike a person.
WARNING — Never exceed the maximum operating pressure of the system components. Exceeding these
limits could result in a component failing under pressure. This instantaneous release of energy
can cause the closure to blow off and could cause severe personal injury or death if they were to
strike a person.