Waterway proclean plus PCCF-075 User manual

CARTRIDGE FILTER
OWNER’S MANUAL
Installation • Operation • Parts
MODELS
PCCF-075
PCCF-100
PCCF-125
PCCF-150
PCCF-175
PCCF-200
2200 East Sturgis Road, Oxnard CA 93030 • Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
www.waterwayplastics.com • [e-mail]
Designed,
Engineered &
Manufactured
in the USA.
810-0161-EFS.0320
©2020 Waterway Plastics

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Instructions.................................................3
General Information...............................................3
Installation.............................................................4
Initial Startup.........................................................4
Filter Assembly & Disassembly...............................5
Cartridge Cleaning Procedure.................................6
System Inspection & Winterizing............................6
Troubleshooting Guide...........................................7
Replacement Parts List...........................................8
SPECIFICATIONS
Flow Rate in GPM (LPM)
Pressure Drop in PSI (kPa)
PRESSURE DROP CURVE FOR PCCF MODELS
PCCF-075
Max Flow
PCCF-100
Max Flow
PCCF-125
Max Flow
PCCF-150
Max Flow
PCCF-175
Max Flow PCCF-200
Max Flow
Table 1 - Filter Specications
PCCF-075 PCCF-100 PCCF-125 PCCF-150 PCCF-175 PCCF-200
Filter Area in Sq. Ft. (m2) 75 (6.96) 100 (9.2) 125 (11.6) 150 (13.9) 175 (16.2) 200 (18.6)
Max. Residential Flow Rate GPM (LPM) 75 (284) 100 (379) 125 (473) 150 (568) 150 (568) 150 (568)
Max. Public Pool Flow Rate GPM (LPM)* 28 (106) 37 (148) 47 (177) 56 (212) 65 (246) 75 (284)
Max. Operating Pressure PSI (kPa) 50 (345) 50 (345) 50 (345) 50 (345) 50 (345) 50 (345)
Max. Continuous WaterTemperature °F (°C) 104° (40°) 104° (40°) 104° (40°) 104° (40°) 104° (40°) 104° (40°)
*NSF listing is for public pool ow rates only.
Figure 1 - Filter Dimensions in Inches (mm)
Model No.
41 1/8"
(1044.6mm)
6 7/8"
(174.6mm) 6 1/2" (165.1mm)
3 7/8
(98.4mm)
6 5/8"
(168.3mm)
18"
(457.2mm)
30 3/8"
(771.5mm)
2" NPT Outlet
3/4" Drain
2" NPT Inlet
Minimum Service Height
Air Relief Valve
Pressure Gauge
PCCF-125
PCCF-075
PCCF-100
PCCF-150
PCCF-175
PCCF-200
ProClean Ring
12" (304.8mm)
}Medium Size
}Large Size
}Small Size

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READ AND FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This is the Safety Alert Symbol. When you see this
symbol on your lter or in this manual, look for one
of the following signal words and be alert to the potential for
personal injury!
warns about the hazard that will cause death,
serious injury or major property damage if ignored.
warns about hazards that can cause death,
serious injury or major property damage if ignored.
warns about hazards that can or will cause death,
serious injury or major property damage if ignored.
NOTICE: 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.
Hazardous Pressure. Incorrectly installed
or tested equipment may explode, causing severe injury or
property damage. Read and follow instructions in Owner’s Manual
when installing and operating equipment. Have a trained pool
professional perform all pressure tests.
Do not connect lter to compressed air under any
circumstances.
Do not connect system to a city water system or other external
source of pressurized water.
Do not connect lter to pumps capable of exceeding 50 PSI (345
kPa) maximum pressure.
Open air release valve to vent all air from system before
operating the system.
Risk of falls and injury. Filter surface is slippery.
Do not allow children to stand or play on lter.
GENERAL INFORMATION
WHEN TO CLEAN THE FILTER:
The lter cartridge should normally be cleaned when the pressure
gauge reading increases 10 PSI over the start-up pressure.
In some pools, accessories such as fountains or pool cleaners may be
noticeably aected by the normal decrease in ow as the lter becomes
dirty. If so, clean the lter more frequently (that is, at a pressure
increase of less than 10 PSI) in order to maintain the required ow.
Clean a new pool as well as possible before lling pool and operating
lter.
A typical pool installation will require approximately one week to obtain
and maintain the sparkle that your lter is capable of giving you.
Maximum pressure is 50 PSI (345 kPa). DO NOT connect the lter to a
city water system or to an individual water well system.
TheWaterway Cartridge Filter is designed to lter water for swimming
pools and hot tubs only. On a new installation, we recommend:
1. Disassemble the lter after the initial cleanup. Follow
“Filter Disassembly/Assembly Procedure”on page 5.
2. Remove and hose down the cartridge to remove contaminant.
Maintain pool water pH between 7.2 and 7.6.
Make sure that the Pro-Clean Ring is securely locked in place before
operating lter.
Maintain the pressure gauge in good working order.
Replace a damaged gauge immediately.
Cleaning interval is based on pressure rise, not on the length of time the
lter is operated. Dierent water conditions will have dierent normal
cleaning intervals
NOTICE: Some pool disinfectants may clog the lter cartridge.
To maximize cartridge life and lter cycle time, closely follow the
disinfectant manufacturer’s instructions when cleaning pool or lter.
Failure to follow these instructions may aect warranty coverage of the
cartridge.

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INSTALLATION
FILTER MOUNT MUST:
• Provide weather and freezing protection.
• Provide space and lighting for easy access for routine
maintenance.
• Provide ventilation and drainage for pump.
• Be on a reasonably level surface and provide adequate
drainage.
PIPING:
NOTICE: Make sure that the lter and all piping can be drained for
winterizing. See“Winterizing”, page 6.
NOTICE: Overtightening can crack lter ports.
UseTeon tape, Plasto-Joint Stik®†or Silastic RTV #732® on all threaded
connections of plastic pipe and ttings.
DO NOT use pipe compounds on lter; it will cause the
connection to crack. Do not use sealant on unions; assemble
them dry and hand tight.
Support pipe independently to prevent strains on the lter.
Keep piping tight and free of leaks. Pump section line leaks may cause
trapped air in lter tank or loss of prime at pump.
† Lake Chemical Co., Chicago, Ill.
ELECTRICAL:
Be sure that pump grounding meets local and National Electrical Code
Standards. All wiring and grounding of associated equipment must
meet local and National Code Standards.
INITIAL START-UP
Be sure pump is OFF before starting procedure.
Do not operate lter at more than 50 PSI (345 kPa).
1. Securely lock the Pro-Clean Ring in place by rotating it CLOCKWISE
until it“clicks”past the safety latch (see Figure 3). Stop turning as
soon as the ring clicks past the latch.The ring may feel slightly
loose, but it will tighten up when the pump is on and the lter is
under pressure.
2. Install the pressure gauge and the air release valve (see Figure 2) on
the tank lid.
3. Fill the trap on the pump with water.
4. Open the air release valve on top of the lter.
5. Open valves separating the lter from the rest of the system.
6. Start the pump to purge air from the system.
7. When a steady stream of water comes from the air release valve,
close the valve.
NOTICE: Leaking around the lter ring may indicate that the ring is not
fully locked. In this case proceed as follows:
A.Stop the pump and open the air release valve then release
any pressure within the lter.
B. Remove the drain plug and drain all water from the lter.
C. Rotate the lter ring clockwise until it locks behind the
safety latch (see Figure 3).
D. If the ring was already locked, remove it and the lter lid
assembly. Inspect and clean the O-ring and all sealing surfaces.
Re-lubricate the O-ring, if necessary.
NOTICE: Lubricate the O-ring sealing area inside the upper tank lip
with silicone grease, as other lubricants may cause the ring to swell. DO
NOT lubricate the lter ring or the threads on the tank shell as this may
collect grit and make removal dicult.
Air Relief
Valve Pressure
Gauge
Filter Ring
Latch
Figure 2

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FILTER DISASSEMBLY /
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
BEFORE DISASSEMBLING FILTER:
1.STOP PUMP.
2.OPEN air release valve and drain tting.
3.WAIT until all pressure is released and water drained from
lter tank and system before loosening lter ring.
DISASSEMBLY:
1. Stop the pump.
2. Open air release valve on top of lter tank to release all pressure from
inside of tank.
3. Remove the drain cap and drain all water from the tank.
4. Remove lter lid assembly as follows:
A. Press the safety latch (below the ring) toward the tank to
release it (see Figure 3).
B. Hold the latch in the release position and rotate the ring
COUNTERCLOCKWISE to remove it. If the ring is dicult to
turn, tap it gently with a rubber mallet to overcome initial
resistance.
5. Inspect the O-ring for cuts, cracking, deformation or signs of wear;
replace if necessary.
NOTICE: Do not remove the O-ring unless you need to replace it.To
remove it, hook it out of its groove with a sti curved piece of wire
inserted through the small access slot in the bottom of the tank lid
assembly.
Figure 3
ASSEMBLY:
1. Inspect and clean the tank, ring threads and O-ring groove. Replace
damaged parts as necessary.
2. Install the lter cartridge in the tank. Push down rmly to seal it.
NOTICE: Lubricate the O-ring sealing area inside the upper tank lip
with silicone base grease, as other lubricants may cause the ring to
swell. DO NOT lubricate the lter ring or the threads on the tank
shell as this may collect grit and make removal dicult.
3. Install the O-ring in the tank lid assembly O-ring groove. Be sure that
the O-ring is clean and not twisted.
NOTICE: Do not remove the O-ring unless you need to replace it.
4. Place the lter ring squarely over the tank shell threads and
rotate it CLOCKWISE until it is securely latched.
5. Follow instructions in the“Initial Startup”section of this manual.
SAFETY LATCH
The purpose of the safety latch is to hold the lter ring in the locked
position. If the latch is damaged, replace it as follows:
1. Press up on the small catch on the bottom of the safety
latch and press or tap the latch out of the slot in the tank.
2. Slide the new latch into position until it latches in place.
NOTICE: DO NOT operate the lter if the safety latch is damaged or will
not hold the lter ring in the locked position.
Filter Ring

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CARTRIDGE CLEANING PROCEDURE
WHEN TO CLEAN THE FILTER:
The lter cartridge should normally be removed and cleaned when the
pressure gauge reading increases 10 PSI over the start-up pressure.
Follow all steps in the“Disassembly”section of this manual (page 5).
NOTICE:When sanitizing your pool using PHMB (polyhexamethylene
biquanide) based cleaners, use ONLY PHMB cleaners to clean the
cartridge.When using PHMB sanitizers, the lter cartridge MUST be
cleaned more thoroughly and frequently than for a pool using chlorine.
Follow manufacturer’s instructions carefully. Use of any other type of
cleaners with PHMB pool sanitizers will void the lter’s warranty.
1. Remove the drain cap and ush all foreign material from the inside of
the tank before removing the lter cartridge.
2. Allow the tank to drain.
3. Lift out the cartridge and hose it down thoroughly. Spray the entire
cartridge surface. Allow cartridge to drain.
4. Inspect the cartridge. If necessary, repeat the washing operation. If
the cartridge is damaged, replace it.
5. Follow the steps in the“Assembly”(page 4) and“Initial Start-Up”
(page 5) sections of this manual.
NOTICE:When this procedure no longer adequately cleans the
cartridge, discard the cartridge and replace it with a new one.
SYSTEM INSPECTION
GENERAL:
NOTICE: DO NOT use solvents to clean the lter. Solvents may damage
plastic components in the system.
NOTICE: Open the air release valve and bleed all air from the lter each
time the lter is drained or disassembled.
WEEKLY INSPECTION:
1. Remove debris from the pool skimmer basket.
2. Stop the pump; open the air release valve to release all pressure.
3. Remove the pump trap cover and basket; remove debris.
4. Check the pump for leaks. If found, see pump owner’s manual.
5. Replace the trap basket and the cover.Tighten the cover securely
hand tight. DO NOT use a lid wrench to tighten it.
6. Start the pump. When the lter air release valve runs a solid stream
of water, close the valve.
7. When the system has returned to normal operation, check the lter
pressure. If the lter pressure is 10 PSI (69 kPa) or more higher than
the initial start-up pressure, the lter needs cleaning. See“Cartridge
Cleaning Procedure”at left.
WINTERIZING
NOTICE: Protect the lter from freezing. Allowing the lter to freeze
will damage it and will void the warranty. If possible, take the system
indoors for storage.
1. Clean the lter according to instructions (left) before winterizing.
2. Stop the pump.
3. Open the air release valve; open any system valves.
4. Remove the drain plugs from the trap, pump and lter.
5. Gravity drain system and lter as far as possible.
6. Disassemble the lter (follow instructions under“Filter Disassembly”,
page 5). Remove the lter cartridge and store it in a warm, dry area.
7. Cover the lter with plastic or tarpaulin to prevent water entrance
and freezing.

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1. Short Cycle Time:
NOTICE: Cycle time will vary with each location and between dierent
areas of the country.The following causes and remedies are for cycle
times shorter than normal for your area.
A.Chlorine residual too low; maintain proper residual (consult pool
professional for recommendation).
B. Filter cartridge is dirty or plugged; thoroughly clean the lter (see no.
4,“Plugged Cartridge”, and“Cleaning Cartridge Procedure”, page 6).
C. Water is chemically out of balance; consult pool professional.
D. Algae in the pool; apply heavy dose of chlorine or algaecide as
recommended by the pool manufacturer.
E. Replace the cartridge.
2. Low Flow/High Pressure:
A.Cartridge plugged; clean lter thoroughly (see page 6).
B. Pipe blocked downstream from lter; remove obstruction.
C. Piping too small; use larger pipe (consult dealer for sizing).
3. Low Flow/Low Pressure:
A. Plugged pump or plugged debris basket; clean thoroughly.
4. Plugged Cartridge:
A.Insucient cleaning; follow cleaning instructions closely and clean
thoroughly (see page 6).
B. Water chemically out of balance; consult pool professional.
C. Excessive air in lter; vent air from tank and check for pump
suction pipe leaks. Clean air bleed tube in cartridge assembly.
D. Pool water contains iron; consult your pool professional.
E. Heavy or improper application of powdered chlorine tablets using a
binder; consult your pool professional.
F. Algae in the pool; apply heavy dose of chlorine or algaecide as
recommended by the pool manufacturer.
G. Use of incorrect chemicals with PHMB sanitizers; replace lter
cartridge.
H.Replace the cartridge.
5. Pool Water Not Clean:
A.Chlorine residual too low; maintain adequate chlorine residual
(consult pool service technician for recommendation).
B. Filter cartridge torn, plugged or punctured; replace cartridge.
C. Pool water contains iron; consult your pool professional.
D. Heavy or improper application of powdered chlorine tablets using a
binder; consult your pool professional.
E. Algae in the pool; apply heavy dose of chlorine or algaecide as
recommended by the pool manufacturer.
F. Replace the cartridge.
6. Pool Cleaner Stops Working:
A.Clean lter and observe performance of pool cleaner.
B. If pool cleaner performs better after lter has been cleaned, use a
shorter cleaning cycle for the lter (that is, clean the lter after a
pressure rise of less than 10 PSI).
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

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PROCLEAN PLUS REPLACEMENT PARTS
1
6
5
2A
2
4
1A
1B
1C
1D
1E
2B
3
PROCLEAN PLUS CARTRIDGE FILTER REPLACEMENT PARTS
Item Part No. Description
1550-0611 Filter Lid & Handle Assembly – 75 - 100 sq. ft. (includes #1A - 1E)
550-0621 Filter Lid & Handle Assembly – 125 - 150 sq. ft. (includes #1A - 1E)
550-0631 Filter Lid & Handle Assembly – 125 - 200 sq. ft. (includes #1A - 1E)
1A 600-0220 Air ReleaseValve w/ O-ring Assy
1B 830-4000SS Pressure Gauge
1C 519-7631 Handle
1D 819-9002 Screws
1E 805-0448 O-ring - Lid
2550-0601 Filter Body (includes #2A-2B)
2A 519-0221 Water Diverter
2B 550-0260 Drain Cap w/ Gasket Assy
Item Part No. Description
3550-0701 Lock Ring Assembly
4500-7310 Screen/Sock w/ Clamp Assy
5872-4000E Air BleedTube - 75 / 100 sq. ft.
872-4000L Air BleedTube - 125 / 150 sq. ft.
872-4000F Air BleedTube - 175 / 200 sq. ft.
6817-0075P Filter Cartridge - 75 sq. ft.
817-0100P Filter Cartridge - 100 sq. ft.
817-0125P Filter Cartridge - 125 sq. ft.
817-0150P Filter Cartridge - 150 sq. ft.
817-0175P Filter Cartridge - 175 sq. ft.
817-0200P Filter Cartridge - 200 sq. ft.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Waterway Plastics manufactures its products and equipment in accordance with very high standards of workmanship. We use the best materials
available and maintain the highest quality procedures practical in the industry. For Warranty, product must be registered at time of purchase/installation
at www.waterwayplastics.com. For Warranty claims or questions, please contact point of purchase.

FILTRES À CARTOUCHE
NOTICE D’ UTILISATION
Installation • Fonctionnement • Pièces
MODÈLES
PCCF-075
PCCF-100
PCCF-125
PCCF-150
PCCF-175
PCCF-200
2200 East Sturgis Road, Oxnard CA 93030 • Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
www.waterwayplastics.com • [e-mail]
Designed,
Engineered &
Manufactured
in the USA.
810-0161-EFS.0320
©2020 Waterway Plastics

10
41 1/8 po
(1044.6mm)
6 7/8 po
(174.6mm) 6 1/2 po (165.1mm)
3 7/8 po
(98.4mm)
6 5/8 po
(168.3mm)
18 po
(457.2mm)
30 3/8 po
(771.5mm)
Sortie de 2 po NPT
Vidage de / de po
Arrivée de
2 po NPT
PCCF-075
PCCF-100
Hauteur de service Minimum
Cadran de Service
Manométre
PCCF-125
PCCF-150
PCCF-175
PCCF-200
ProClean Ring
12 po (304.8mm)
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
Consignes de sècuritè ...........................................11
Renseignements gènèraux ...................................11
Installation ...........................................................12
Mise en service initiale .........................................12
Dèmontage et remontage du ltre .......................13
Nettoyage de la cartouche ltrante ......................14
Inspection du système/Hivèrisation .....................14
Guide de diagnostics des pannes ..........................15
Pièces de recharge.................................................16
SPÉCIFICATIONS
Débit en gal/min (L/min)
Chute de pression en lb/po2 (kPa)
COURBE DES CHUTES DE PRESSION DE TOUS
LES MODÈLES PCCF
PCCF-075
Débit max.
PCCF-100
Débit max.
PCCF-125
Débit max.
PCCF-150
Débit max.
PCCF-175
Débit max. PCCF-200
Débit max.
Table 1 - Spécications des ltres
PCCF-075 PCCF-100 PCCF-125 PCCF-150 PCCF-175 PCCF-200
Surface de ltration en pi² (m²) 75 (6.96) 100 (9.2) 125 (11.6) 150 (13.9) 175 (16.2) 200 (18.6)
Débit résidence maximum en gal/min (L/min) 75 (284) 100 (379) 125 (473) 150 (568) 150 (568) 150 (568)
Débit piscines publique maximum en gal/min (L/min)* 28 (106) 37 (148) 47 (177) 56 (212) 65 (246) 75 (284)
Pression de fonctionnement maximum en lb/po² (kPa) 50 (345) 50 (345) 50 (345) 50 (345) 50 (345) 50 (345)
Température constante maximum de l’eau - °F (°C) 104° (40°) 104° (40°) 104° (40°) 104° (40°) 104° (40°) 104° (40°)
*Liste de NSF pour débit piscines publique seulement.
Figure 1 - Dimensions des ltres en pouces (en mm)
Nº des modèles
}Taille Médium
}Taille Grand
}Taille Petite