Bestway 58516 Flowclear 800 gal Pump Owner’s Manual
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times.
WARNING – RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK – Connect only to a grounding type receptacle protected by a ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI). Contact a qualified electrician if you cannot verify that the receptacle is protected by a GFCI.
CAUTION – To reduce the risk of electric shock the pool must be installed no closer than 1.8 m (6 feet) from any electrical outlet. Do not place portable appliances closer than 1.5 m (5 feet) from the pool.
DO NOT BURY CORD. Locate cord to minimize abuse from lawn mowers, hedge trimmers, and other equipment.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of electric shock, replace damaged cord immediately.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use extension cord to connect unit to electric supply; provide a properly located outlet.
CAUTION: This pump 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.
WARNING – This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Electric installations should follow national wiring rules, consult a qualified electrician with any questions.
The pump is to be supplied by an isolating transformer or supplied through a residual current device (RCD) having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA. Please examine and verify all sand filter components are present before use. Notify Bestway at the customer service address listed on this manual for any damaged or missing parts at the time of purchase.
- THERMALLY PROTECTED MOTOR. CSA ENCLOSURE 3
- FOR USE WITH SWIMMING POOLS ONLY.
- CAUTION: TO ENSURE CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST SHOCK HAZARD, USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS WHEN SERVICING.
- WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. CONNECT ONLY TO A GROUNDING TYPE RECEPTACLE PROTECTED BY A GROUND-FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI).
- CAUTION: THIS PUMP IS FOR USE WITH STORABLE POOLS ONLY – DO NOT USE WITH PERMANENTLY-INSTALLED POOLS.
- CAUTION: CONNECT ONLY TO GROUNDING TYPE
RECEPTACLE PROTECTED BY A CLASS A GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER. - CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST POSSIBLE ELECTRIC SHOCK THIS UNIT IS TO BE MOUNTED TO THE BASE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
SPECIFICATIONS
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Filter Diameter: | 270 mm |
| Effective Filter Area: | 0.059 m2 (0.635 ft2) | |
| Max. Operating Pressure: | 0.42 Bar (6 PSI) | |
| Working sand filter pressure: | < 0.25 Bar (3.5 PSI) | |
| Max. Water Temperature: | 35°C | |
| Sand: | Not included | |
| Sand Size: | #20 silica sand, 0.45-0.85 mm | |
| Sand Capacity: | Approximately 8.5 kg |
PARTS REFERENCE OVERVIEW
Before assembling the sand filter, take a few minutes to become familiar with all the sand filter parts.
| REF.NO | SPARE PART NO. | A | B | C |
| 1 | P61138ASS16 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2 | P03822 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 3 | P03830 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 4 | P03823 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 5 | P03825 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 6 | P03829 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 7 | P03824 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 8 | P6005ASS16 | 7 | 4 | 4 |
| 9 | P6124ASS16 | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| 10 | P6132ASS16 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 11 | P03828 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 12 | P05885 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 13 | P6614ASS16 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 14 | P6029ASS16 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| 15 | P6149ASS16 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 16 | P6660ASS16 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 17 | P6661ASS16 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 18 | P6662ASS16 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 19 | P6663ASS16 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 20 | P6664ASS16 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 21 | P6665ASS16 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 22 | P6019ASS16 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 23 | P61322ASS16 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| P6680ASS16 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| P61318ASS16 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| 24 | P6362ASS16 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
ASSEMBLY
(You will need a screwdriver.)
- Carefully remove all components from the package and check to ensure nothing is damaged. If equipment is damaged, immediately notify the retailer from where the equipment was purchased.
- The sand filter should be placed on solid, level ground, preferably a concrete slab. Position the sand filter so the Ports and Control Valve are accessible for operation, servicing and winterizing.
- The sand filter must be vertically fixed on ground or a certain pedestal made of wood or concrete before use to prevent the sand filter from accidentally falling. Fully assembled sand filter will exceed 18 kg. The mounting holes should be 8 mm in diameter and spaced 285 mm apart.
Use two bolts and nuts with a maximum of 8 mm in diameter to fasten the sand filter to the pedestal.
LOAD POOL-GRADE FILTER SAND/FLOWCLEAR™ POLYSPHERE.
NOTE: Use only special pool-grade filter sand, free of all limestone or clay: #20 Silica sand 0.45-0.85 mm, approximately one 8.5 kg bag should suffice. If you do not use the recommended size filter sand, filtering performance will be reduced and the sand filter may damaged, thereby voiding warranty.
NOTE: To avoid damaging the Skimmer when adding sand, pour some water into the Bottom Tank to submerse the Skimmer on the Collector Hub.
NOTE: Sand/Flowclear™ Polysphere not included.
NOTE: Use 28 g (0.06 lbs) Flowclear™ Polysphere to replace 1 kg (2.20 lbs) sand.
CONNECT TO THE POOL
- For 38 mm(1.5 in) connection
FOR POOL WITH 2 VALVES
FOR POOL WITH 3 VALVES
STOP: Before switching on, please read the manual carefully.
OPERATION
CONTROL VALVE OVERVIEW
WARNING: To prevent equipment damage and possible injury, always switch off sand filter before changing the Control Valve function. Changing valve positions while the pump is running can damage the Control Valve, which may cause personal injury or property damage.
How to Use the Control Valve: Press down on the Control Valve handle and rotate to desired function.
CONTROL VALVE FUNCTIONS
The Control valve is used to select 6 different filter functions: Filter, Closed, Backwash, Rinse, Drain and Circulate.
Filter: This function is used to filter pool water and should be positioned here 99% of the time.
Water is pumped through the sand filter, where it is cleaned and returned to the pool.
Closed: This function stops water flowing between the sand filter and the pool.
Backwash: This function is used to clean the sand bed; water is pumped down through the Collector Hub, upwards through the sand bed, and deposited out of Port D.
Rinse: This function for initial startup, cleaning, and sand bed leveling after
Backwash; water is pumped downwards through the sand bed, up through the Collector Hub and deposited out of the valve Port D.
Drain: This function drains water from the pool; another filter bypass setting, water is pumped and deposited out of Port D, instead of returning it to the pool.
Circulate: This function circulates pool water bypassing the sand filter; use this function if the filter is broken to collect debris in the Debris Screens.
NOTE:
- Be sure all provisions for wastewater disposal meet applicable local, state or national codes. Do not discharge water where it will cause flooding or damage.
- When the Control Valve is set to the Backwash, Rinse, or Drain position, water will discharge from Port D on the Control Valve.
- Do not switch on or operate the sand filter with the Control Valve set to the Closed function or it will seriously damage the sand filter.
- Do not set the Control Valve between two functions, or it will lead to leaking.
- To avoid water leakage, screw the Port D Cap onto the Control Valve Port D before operating the sand filter.
AIR RELEASE
Press down the control valve handle and wait untill the water flow from Port D to release the air.
NOTE: It is important to repeat this operation every time you start the pump after winterizing, maintenance and backwashing the sand bed.
FIRST TIME USE INSTRUCTIONS
Backwash and Rinsing must be performed to prepare the pump for its first use and to wash the sand.
CAUTION: DO NOT DRY RUN THE
SAND FILTER
- Press down on the Control Valve handle and rotate to the Backwash function.
- Plug in and run the sand filter for 3-5 minutes, or until the water runs clear.
- Switch off the sand filter and set the Control Valve to the Rinse function.
- Switch on the sand filter and run the sand filter for 1 min. This circulates water backwards through the sand filter and drains water out Port D.
- Switch off the sand filter. Set the Control Valve to the Closed function.
- Top up pool water if required.
IMPORTANT: This procedure removes water from the pool, which
you’ll need to replace.
Switch off the sand filter immediately if water levels near the pool’s Inlet and Outlet valves.
- Now the sand filter is ready for use. Set the Control Valve to the Filter function.
NOTE: To prevent the risk of electrical shock dry any excess water from yourself and the sand filter. - Switch on the sand filter to run it.
NOTE: The sand filter has now started its filtering cycle. Check that water is returning to the pool and take note of the filter pressure on Pressure Gauge. Generally, the recommended sand filter pressure is less than 0.25 Bar (3.5 PSI) when it is running.
SAND FILTER MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: You must ensure the sand filter is switched off and unplugged before any maintenance begins or severe risk of injury or death exists. As dirt builds up in the sand filter, the pressure reading on Pressure Gauge will increase. When the Pressure Gauge is 0.25 Bar (3.5 PSI) or higher, or water flow to the pool is too low, it is time to clean the sand.
To clean the sand bed, follow all instructions outlined previously in: Backwash and Rinsing.
NOTE: Pressure gauge is for maintenance purpose only, and the pressure gauge value is just for reference, it should not be used as a precision instrument.
NOTE: We recommend you clean the sand bed once a month or less regularly depending on how often the pool is used. Do not clean the sand too frequently.
CLEANING THE STRAINER
- Switch off the sand filter and set the Control Valve to the Closed function.
- Replace the Debris Screens with Stopper Plugs to prevent water from escaping.
- Remove the Strainer Cover by unscrewing it.
- Take out the Strainer, remove any debris.
- Put the Strainer back into position. Ensure the hole in the strainer is aligned.
- Ensure the Seal Ring is in place. Secure the Strainer Cover back.
- Remove the Stopper Plugs and insert the Debris Screens.
NOTE: The Strainer must be emptied and cleaned periodically. A dirty or blocked strainer will reduce the performance of the sand filter.
LOWERING OR DRAINING POOL WATER
- Switch off the sand filter and set Control Valve to the Drain function.
- Detach the Hose from the pool’s Port A and sand filter Port A and attach to Port D.
NOTE: Remember to replace the Debris Screen with Stopper Plug to prevent water from escaping. - Switch on the sand filter to run the filter and remove the pool water.
WARNING: DO NOT DRY RUN THE SAND FILTER.
STORAGE
In areas that have freezing winter temperatures, pool equipment must be winterized to protect against damage. Allowing water to freeze will damage the sand filter and void warranty.
- Backwash the sand filter.
- Drain the pool according to the pool owner’s manual.
- Disconnect the two Hoses from the pool and the sand filter.
- Completely pour the sand out of the tank and dry all components.
- Store the sand filter in a dry location out of child’s reach.
TROUBLESHOOTING
| Problems | Probable Causes | Solutions |
| Sand is flowing to the pool |
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| No water flow |
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| Excessive filter pressure |
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| Control Valve leaks from the port D |
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| Connectors leak |
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