Pentair Water Pool Spa Inc. PTM50 PTM70 PTM100 PTM135 POSI-FLO II FILTERS

This manual describes the design, installation, operation and maintenance of the Sta-Rite Posi-Flo® II series filter.


Pentair Water Pool Spa Inc. PTM50 PTM70 PTM100 PTM135 POSI-FLO II FILTERS  - cover page
Brand
Pentair
Category
Other
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
16
File format
PDF
File size
2.2 MB
Published
12 July, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
28038056A11675984CD2B179A734876E

About this manual

This manual covers the Sta-Rite Posi-Flo II Series Filters, designed for filtering water in swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs. It includes safety instructions, general information, and detailed steps for installation, assembly, startup, and cleaning. The document emphasizes safety precautions regarding pressure and electrical connections to prevent injury or equipment damage.

What's inside

  • Safety Instructions
  • General Information
  • Installation - General
  • Installation - Assembling Filter
  • StartUp
  • Filter Disassembly/Assembly
  • Filter Cleaning Procedure
  • Pool Maintenance
  • Winterizing
  • Troubleshooting Guide

Specifications

Maximum Operating Pressure50 PSI (345 kPa)
Test Pressure LimitLess than 25 PSI (172 kPa)
Test Temperature LimitLess than 100° F (38° C)
Maximum Test Duration24 hours
Recommended pH Level7.2 to 7.6

Frequently asked questions

What safety checks must be performed before pressure testing the filter?

Check all clamps, bolts, lids, and accessories; release all air in the system; tighten trap lids to 30 ft. lbs. torque; ensure water pressure is less than 25 PSI and temperature is less than 100° F.

How should the filter element be installed?

The filter element should be installed with the blue end up (marked 'TOP') and the red end firmly pressed into the base.

What type of pipe joint compound should be used for PVC pipes?

Only Teflon tape, Plasto-Joint Stik, or Silastic 732 RTV should be used on plastic pipes to prevent stress cracking.

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