This document contains important information about the installation, operation, and safe use of this product. Before installation, read and follow all warning notices and instructions. Failure to follow safety warnings and instructions can result in severe injury, death, or property damage.
The Pentair Hi-Flow Valve is designed for use with sand or diatomaceous earth (DE) pool filters. The document details the correct installation procedures, emphasizing the need to match the valve model to the specific filter type to prevent pump damage. It also outlines safety warnings regarding changing valve positions while the pump is running.
| Compatible Filter Types | Sand type or diatomaceous earth (DE) type pool filters |
|---|---|
| Document Revision | Rev. E |
You must confirm the correct valve is being used; DE valves are for DE filters and Sand valves are for Sand filters.
No, changing valve positions while the pump is running can damage the valve seal and cause severe bodily or property damage.
You must drain and winterize the pump and filter per the manufacturer's instructions, then depress the valve handle and rotate it so the pointer is between any two settings.