7.2 Solving breakdowns and technical service
This filter includes instructions which are especially designed for family use. There is no need for professional assistance,
except for in special cases. The following are some of the problems and causes which may arise over time after years of
service by the filter. Normally you can solve these problems on your own. If not, contact the pool manufacturer at the
telephone and time indicated in the instructions.
PROBLEM
The filter leaks through the hose terminals
After the filter has started up, there is no flow in
the feedback nozzle.
Intermittent operation
The flow rate of the filter is low.
Water comes out through the filter opening.
The filter valve leaks through the drain terminal.
The motor will not start up. There is no noise or
vibration.
The motor does not start up but a buzzing sound
can be heard.
Water leaks through the protective housing.
CAUSE
Improper connection between the terminals and
the hoses.
The valve is not on the filtration setting.
The filter is above the level of the unprimed
water.
The pump is jammed and must be disassembled.
The suction cover or the skimmer plug have
been inserted.
Low water level on skimmer
The filter is not primed.
Due to use, the filter is dirty.
The filter is not primed.
The connection between the valve and the filter
is dirty.
Metal band is loose.
Inner coupling damaged due to improper use of
chemical product.
Valve head broken due to improper use.
(overtightening)
No current in the electric line.
Loose motor terminals.
Drive shaft jams after prolonged inactivity.
Condenser damaged ( 6? F )
Remove the housing as shown in section 6, and
analyse the reason for water loss.
SOLUTION
Place Teflon in the housings. Insert the hose
terminals up until the bottom of the housing and
tighten the clamps.
Disconnect the filter and place the valve on the
correct setting.
Place the filter in the correct position and prime
it.
See the section 7.1
Remove the suction cover or the skimmer plug.
Fill the pool and prime the filter.
Prime the filter.
Perform a backwash.
Prime the filter.
Clean the sand from the opening. Insert the
coupling on the valve properly and tighten the
metal band firmly.
Change the top valve cover.
Do not put chemical products in the preliminary
filtration skimmer basket.
Change the valve head. Do not overtighten.
Check that there is current in the electric line.
Switch on the motor (section 6) and check the
motor terminals.
See section 7
This can be purchased in an electricity shop
(replacement under product warranty).
Check the hose clamps.
If the leak is between the pump and the motor,
contact the After-Sales Service provided by the
pool manufacturer.