Pentair CLEAN AND CLEAR PLUS CCP240 User manual

CLEAN AND CLEAR®PLUS
CARTRIDGE FILTER
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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CLEAN AND CLEAR®PLUS Cartridge Filter Installation and User’s Guide
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P/N 178558 Rev. N 6/15/15
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Warnings and Safety
Precautions ...........................................
Section I: Filter Installation .....................
General Information
Section II: Filter Operation and
Cleaning .................................................
General Information
Clamp Installation Instructions
System Restart Instructions
Cleaning Filter Manually
Replacing Filter Cartridges
Cleaning the Manual Air Relief Valve
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Section III: Troubleshooting ....................
Section IV: Technical Data .......................
Flow Rates
Section V: Replacement Parts .................
Illustrated Parts View
Parts List
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CLEAN AND CLEAR®PLUS Cartridge Filter Installation and User’s Guide
Consumer Information and Safety
This filter is 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.
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 or replacement safety
labels.
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 filter to separate and could cause severe personal injury or
death if they were to strike a person.
IMPORTANT WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This guide provides installation and operation instructions for the Clean and Clear®Plus Cartridge Filter. Consult
Pentair Water Pool and Spa, Inc. 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.
Attention User: This manual contains important information that will help you in operating and maintaining this filter. Please
retain it for future reference.
This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your system or in this manual, look for
one of the following signal words and be alert to the potential for personal injury.
Warns about hazards that can cause death, serious personal injury, or major property damage if ignored.
Warns about hazards that may cause death, serious personal injury, or major property damage if ignored.
Warns about hazards that may or can cause minor personal injury or property damage
if ignored.
NOTE Indicates special instructions not related to hazards.
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this manual and on equipment. Keep safety labels in good condition; replace
if missing or damaged.
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IMPORTANT WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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) stand clear of the filter; (D) wait until all pressure is relieved; pressure gauge must read zero psi.
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.
This filter must be installed by a qualified pool serviceman in accordance with 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.
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.
To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product.
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
filter to separate and could cause severe personal injury or death if they were to strike a person.
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SECTION I. FILTER INSTALLATION
A. GENERAL INFORMATION
1. The Clean and Clear®Plus Cartridge Filter should be
mounted on a level concrete slab. Position the lter so
that instructions, warnings and the pressure gauge are
visible to the operator. It also should be positioned so that
the piping connections, control valve and drain port are
convenient and accessible for servicing and winterizing.
2. Be certain to install electrical controls (e.g., on/off
switches, timers, control systems, etc.) at least ve (5)
feet from the lter. This permits one to stand
clear of the lter during system start up.
3. Allow sufcient clearance around the lter
to permit visual verication that the clamp is
properly installed around the tank anges, see
Figure 1.
a. Tap the clamp with a mallet or similar tool
to ensure uniform loading during clamp
tightening.
4. Allow sufcient space above the lter to remove the lter lid for cleaning and servicing. This
distance will vary with the model of lter you are using. See Table 1 for the required vertical
clearance.
5. Position the lter to safely direct water drainage. Rotate the High Flow™ Manual Air Relief Valve
to safely direct purged air or water. Water discharged from an improperly positioned lter or valve
can create an electrical hazard as well as damage property.
6. Make all plumbing connections in accordance with local plumbing and building codes. Filter plumbing
connections are provided with an O-ring seal. If needed, use only a silicone base lubricant on the
O-rings. Do not use pipe joint compound, glue or solvent on the bulkhead connections.
Note: To seal the valve connections, use thread seal tape, thread sealant or plumbing paste
(non-petroleum base).
7. Remove the plug from the top of the lter lid and install the pressure gauge before use.
8. The maximum working pressure of this lter is 50 p.s.i. Never subject this lter to pressure in
excess of this amount, even when conducting hydrostatic pressure tests.
When performing hydrostatic pressure tests or when testing for external leaks of the completed
ltration and plumbing system, insure that the MAXIMUM PRESSURE that the ltration system
will be subjected to DOES NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM WORKING PRESSURE OF
ANY OF THE COMPONENTS CONTAINED WITHIN THE SYSTEM. In most cases, the
maximum pressure will be stated on each component of the system.
Figure 1
Table 1
Model No. P/N Size Vert. Clearance
Req.
CCP240 160310 240 sq. ft. 56 in.
CCP320 160340 320 sq. ft. 62 in.
CCP420 160301 420 sq. ft. 68 in.
CCP520 160332 520 sq. ft. 74 in.
Risk of electrical shock or electrocution. Position the filter and manual air relief valve to safely
direct water drainage and purged air or water. Water discharged from an improperly positioned
filter or valve can create an electrical hazard that can cause severe personal injury as well as damage property.

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If doubt exists as to the pressure to which the system will be subjected, install an ASME
approved automatic Pressure Relief or Pressure Regulator in the circulation system for the
lowest working pressure of any of the components in the system.
SECTION II. FILTER OPERATION AND CLEANING
A. GENERAL INFORMATION
1. This lter operates under pressure. When clamped properly and operated without air in the
circulating system, this lter will operate in a safe manner.
2. The maximum working pressure of this lter is 50 p.s.i. Never subject this lter to pressure in
excess of this amount - even when conducting hydrostatic pressure tests.
When performing hydrostatic pressure tests or when testing for external leaks of the
completed ltration and plumbing system, insure that the MAXIMUM PRESSURE that the
ltration system will be subjected to DOES NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM WORKING
PRESSURE OF ANY OF THE COMPONENTS CONTAINED WITHIN THE SYSTEM.
In most cases, the maximum pressure will be stated on each component of the system.
If doubt exists as to the pressure to which the system will be subjected, install an ASME
approved automatic Pressure Relief or Pressure Regulator in the circulation system for the
lowest working pressure of any of the components in the system.
THIS FILTER OPERATES UNDER HIGH PRESSURE. WHEN ANY PART OF THE
CIRCULATING SYSTEM (e.g., FILTER LID, PUMP, FILTER, VALVES, ETC.) IS SERVICED,
AIR CAN ENTER THE SYSTEM AND BECOME PRESSURIZED. PRESSURIZED AIR
CAN CAUSE THE LID TO SEPARATE FROM THE TANK BOTTOM WHICH CAN RESULT
IN SEVERE INJURY, DEATH, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. TO AVOID THIS POTENTIAL
HAZARD, FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
1. BEFORE REPOSITIONING VALVES AND BEFORE BEGINNING THE ASSEMBLY,
DISASSEMBLY, OR ADJUSTMENT OF THE CLAMP OR ANY OTHER SERVICE
OF THE CIRCULATING SYSTEM: (A) TURN THE PUMP OFF AND SHUT OFF ANY
AUTOMATIC CONTROLS TO ASSURE THE SYSTEM IS NOT INADVERTENTLY
STARTED DURING THE SERVICING. (B) OPEN AIR RELIEF VALVE, AND (C) WAIT
UNTIL ALL PRESSURE IS RELIEVED - PRESSURE GAUGE MUST READ ZERO (0
psi).
2. WHENEVER INSTALLING OR REMOVING THE FILTER CLAMP, FOLLOW THE FILTER
CLAMP INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.
3. ONCE SERVICE ON THE CIRCULATING SYSTEM IS COMPLETE, FOLLOW START-
UP INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.
4. MAINTAIN CIRCULATION SYSTEM PROPERLY. REPLACE WORN OR DAMAGED
PARTS IMMEDIATELY (e.g., but not limited to, lid, knob, pressure gauge, clamping
assembly, relief valve, O-rings, etc.)
5. BE SURE THAT THE FILTER IS PROPERLY MOUNTED AND POSITIONED
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3. The pressure gauge is the primary indicator of how the lter is operating. Maintain your pressure
gauge in good working order.
4. Clean your lter when pressure reads between 8-10 p.s.i. higher than the original starting pressure.
Your lter pressure reading will increase as it removes dirt from your pool. However, this buildup
of pressure will vary due to different bathing loads, temperature, weather conditions, etc.
a. MY ORIGINAL STARTING PRESSURE IS ___________ psi (pounds per square inch).
I SHOULD CLEAN THE FILTER CARTRIDGE ELEMENT AT __________ psi
B. CLAMP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
These instructions MUST BE FOLLOWED EXACTLY to prevent the lid from
blowing off during system restart or later operation:
1. Perform the following procedures before working on any part of the circulating system (e.g.,
clamp, pump, lter, valves, etc.).
a. Turn the pump off and shut off any automatic controls to ensure that the system is not
inadvertently started during servicing.
b. Open the High Flow™ Manual Air Relief Valve.
c. Wait until all pressure is relieved. Never attempt to assemble, disassemble or adjust the
lter clamp while there is any pressure in the lter.
2. Be certain the O-ring is in position in the lower tank half. Place the lter lid over the lower tank
half sandwiching the O-ring in between.
3. Holding the ends of the lter clamp apart,
position the center segment of the lter
clamp over both upper and lower tank
anges. Bring the ends of the lter clamp
together and insert the T-Bolt into the
trunnion; see Figure 2.
4. Using Figure 2 as a guide, place washer
(large I.D.) and tension-indicating spring
on the barrel nut. Place the second washer
(small I.D.) on T-Bolt. Hand-tighten nut.
Recheck lter clamp for proper seating on
tank anges.
Figure 2
Your filter is a piece of machinery, do not tamper with it, attempt to disassemble it or otherwise
adjust it unless you fully understand it's operation. Serious injury or death can occur if the
equipment is improperly handled. Consult a pool service professional for maintenance and
service assistance.

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5. Begin to tighten nut using a 7/8" wrench. Then tap around the outside of the lter clamp with
a mallet (or similar tool) to insure uniform loading and proper seating of the clamp. Continue
tapping and tightening until the spring coils touch each other. Do not tighten beyond this point.
6. Follow the procedures in Section C, System Restart Instructions.
7. The spring coils should be checked at least once per month to ensure that they continue to touch
each other, indicating that the clamp is under sufcient tension. If coils fail to touch repeat Step
B.5 in this section, above.
C. SYSTEM RESTART INSTRUCTIONS
1. Open the High Flow™ Manual Air Relief Valve until it snaps into the full open position
(this only requires a quarter turn counter-clockwise). Opening this valve rapidly releases air
trapped in the lter.
2. Stand clear of the lter tank, then start the pump.
3. Close the manual air relief valve after a steady stream of water appears.
4. The system is not working properly if either of the following conditions occur.
a. A solid stream of water does not appear within 30 seconds after the pump's inlet basket lls
with water.
b. The pressure gauge indicates pressure before water outow appears.
If either condition exists, shut off the pump immediately, open valves in the water
return line to relieve pressure, and clean the air relief valve, see Section F, Cleaning the
manual air relief valve. If the problem persists, call [phone] for assistance.
THIS FILTER OPERATES UNDER HIGH PRESSURE. WHEN ANY PART OF THE
CIRCULATING SYSTEM (e.g., FILTER LID, PUMP, FILTER, VALVES, ETC.) IS SERVICED,
AIR CAN ENTER THE SYSTEM AND BECOME PRESSURIZED. PRESSURIZED AIR CAN
CAUSE THE LID TO SEPARATE FROM THE TANK BOTTOM WHICH CAN RESULT IN
SEVERE INJURY, DEATH, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. TO AVOID THIS POTENTIAL HAZARD,
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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D. CLEANING FILTER MANUALLY
1. Turn the pump off, shut off any automatic controls to ensure that the system is not inadvertently
started during servicing.
2. Open the lter High Flow™ Manual Air Relief Valve (and the waste drain valve or plug, if your
system has one).
3. Remove hair and lint strainer pot lid and clean basket. Replace basket and secure lid.
4. Disconnect air relief valve drain hose if installed.
5. Release tank clamp assembly and remove tank lid.
6. Remove top manifold and cartridge element separately.
7. Using a garden hose without a nozzle, direct water spray at cartridge element to dislodge and
wash away accumulated foreign matter. Flush each cartridge inside and out.
8. Lift bottom manifold out of the tank and ush off any debris.
9. Direct water spray to wash out the inside of the tank body. Water and debris will drain out through
the open drain port.
10. Check gasket around outer lip of bottom plate. Gasket must be rmly and evenly set in place. Do
not use petroleum base lubricants to avoid damage to the gasket.
11. Place bottom manifold, 4 cartridges, top manifold and air relief tube in place. Make sure the
spring and standpipe assembly are retained on the top manifold. Ensure the air relief tube stays in
an upright position. This is essential for the maximum air removal from inside the tank.
12. Be certain the O-ring is in position in the lower tank half. Press the lter lid over the lower tank
half and sandwich the O-ring in between.
13. Replace tank top and carefully follow instructions in Section B, Clamp Installation Instructions.
14. Replace drain plug and reinstall air relief valve drain hose if used.
Please heed all manufacturers' posted instructions, warnings and cautions when using
polyhexamethylene biguanide sanitizers or other cartridge filter cleaner solutions.
Failure to remove all oils and cleaning solutions before acid soaking will result in permanent
restriction of water flow through the filter and will cause premature cartridge failure.
The following information should be read carefully since it outlines the proper manner of care
and operation for your filter system. As a result of following these instructions and taking the
necessary preventative care, you can expect maximum efficiency and life from your filtration
system.
Operating the filter system without filter internal components installed can allow air to
accumulate within the filter. Pressurized air can cause the lid to blow off which can result
in severe injury, death or property damage. Always operate filter system with filter internal
components installed.

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E. REPLACING FILTER CARTRIDGES
Filter cartridge element life will vary with pool conditions such as bather load, wind,
dust, etc. You can expect an average cartridge life of 3 years under normal conditions.
1. To replace cartridge element follow steps in Section D, Cleaning Filter, eliminating step D.7.
F. CLEANING THE MANUAL AIR RELIEF VALVE
1. Turn the pump off and shut off any automatic controls to
ensure that the system is not inadvertently started during
servicing.
2. OPEN THE HIGH FLOW™ MANUAL AIR
RELIEF VALVE UNTIL IT SNAPS INTO THE
FULL OPEN POSITION, THEN WAIT UNTIL
ALL PRESSURE IS RELIEVED.
3. With the relief valve attached to the lter tank, pull out the
locking tabs and remove the valve stem and cover assembly
with a counter-clockwise and lifting motion, see Figure 3.
4. Clean debris from the valve stem and body. Verify that the
lter tank's air passage is open by inserting a 5/16" drill
bit through the valve body. Verify that the O-rings are in
good condition, properly positioned, and lubricated with a
silicone base lubricant.
5. Reinstall the valve stem and cover assembly with a
downward and clockwise motion until it snaps into
position.
SECTION III. TROUBLESHOOTING
A. Air entering your lter is dangerous and can cause the lid to blow off. Correct any conditions in your
ltration system that allow air to enter the system.
1. Some common ways to identify air entering the system:
a. Low water level in pool or spa - skimmer is starving for water with pump running. Add water
to pool or spa.
b. Air bubbles or low water level in pump hair and lint pot are caused by: low water level,
clogged skimmer basket, split suction cleaner hose, leak in pump hair and lint pot lid, or leak
in pump suction line.
c. Air bubbles coming out of water return lines into pool or spa with pump running, see items
1.a and 1.b of this section.
d. Air is discharged from the air relief valve on top of the lter when the valve is opened with
the pump running, see items 1.a and 1.b of this section, above.
Figure 3