Pentair Geyser Main Drain Installation Instructions

This document is the Geyser Main Drain Instructions, which introduces the installation and usage methods of the product.


Pentair Geyser Main Drain Installation Instructions - cover page
Brand
Pentair
Category
Other
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
2
File format
PDF
File size
230 KB
Published
06 August, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
F071DEDFBDD50F0DE40B156FD2774CE2

About this manual

This document provides installation instructions for the Pentair Geyser Main Drain, a pool component designed to minimize body entrapment risks. It details the correct plumbing configuration, emphasizing that the inlet port connects to the filter line and the outlet port connects to the pump suction. The manual includes specific warnings regarding flow rates and the prohibition of valves on the inlet line to prevent entrapment hazards.

What's inside

  • Safety Instructions
  • How It Works
  • Installation Requirements
  • Plumbing Connections
  • Flow Rate Limits
  • Replacement Parts

Specifications

Maximum suction flow rate85 GPM
Part NumberP/N 500019
Document RevisionRev. D

Frequently asked questions

What are the correct plumbing connections for the Geyser Main Drain?

The inlet port (side port) must be connected to the filter line supplying filtered water, and the outlet port (bottom port) must be connected to the pump suction returning unfiltered water.

Can I add a valve to the inlet line of the Main Drain?

No, you must not add a valve to the inlet line of the Main Drain, as this can result in hair or body entrapment.

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