Hayward RG450 Series ReGenX DE Filter Owner's Guide

The ReGenX model RG450 is a high performance swimming pool filter with a maximum flow rating of 2,700 gallons (10.2 KL) per hour


Hayward RG450 Series ReGenX DE Filter Owner's Guide - cover page
Brand
Hayward
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
4
File format
PDF
File size
95 KB
Published
06 August, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
Model
RG450
MD5 checksum
6185D1F530E6BFCD061BAC8F1621B049

About this manual

The Hayward RG450 Series ReGenX is a high-performance swimming pool filter designed with a sunburst grid element and PermaGlassXL material. It features an exclusive piston action regeneration system that instantly purges grids of dirt to extend the cleaning cycle without backwashing or draining.

This manual provides instructions for selecting the correct pump, installing plumbing connections, starting the filter, and performing the unique regeneration process. It also details preventative maintenance steps, including how to remove and clean the grid element.

What's inside

  • Pump Selection
  • Filter Location
  • Plumbing Connections
  • Starting the Filter
  • Precoating
  • Regeneration
  • Cleaning/Removing Grid Element
  • Reinstalling Grid Element

Specifications

Maximum Flow Rating2,700 gallons (10.2 KL) per hour
Design Flow Rate30 GPM (114 LPM)
Pressure Loss at Design Flow Rate1.0 PSI (0.07 BAR)
Maximum Working Pressure50 PSI (3.45 BAR)
Recommended Amount of Diatomite2 LBS. (0.91 KGS.)

Frequently asked questions

When should the filter be regenerated?

Regenerate when the pressure rises 7-10 PSI (.49-.70 Bar) above the precoat pressure.

How do you perform regeneration?

Stop the pump, unlock the piston knob, and move it up and down rapidly 6-10 times before locking it back.

What is the recommended pump output?

Choose a pump with an average output rating of at least 40-50 gallons (151-189 Liters) per minute.

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