This manual provides installation, operation, and parts instructions for the Above Ground Cartridge Filters Models PRC50, 5PRC50, PRC75, and 5PRC75 from Sta-Rite Pool/Spa Group. The document includes specifications, safety instructions, general information, installation steps, initial startup, filter disassembly/assembly, cartridge cleaning procedure, system inspection/winterizing, troubleshooting guide, repair parts list, and warranty information.
This document is the Owner's Manual for Sta-Rite Above Ground Cartridge Filters, specifically models PRC50, 5PRC50, PRC75, and 5PRC75. It covers the entire lifecycle of the product, from initial startup and installation to routine cleaning and winterizing procedures. The guide includes detailed safety warnings regarding pressure limits and electrical grounding, as well as step-by-step instructions for disassembly and assembly.
| Filter Area | 50 sq. ft. (4.7 m²) for PRC50; 75 sq. ft. (7 m²) for PRC75 |
|---|---|
| Max. Rated Flow | 50 GPM (189 LPM) for PRC50; 75 GPM (284 LPM) for PRC75 |
| Max. Operating Pressure | 30 PSI (207 kPa) |
| Inlet Size | 1-1/2" NPT |
The filter cartridge should normally be cleaned when the pressure gauge reading increases 10 PSI over the start-up pressure.
The maximum operating pressure is 30 PSI (207 kPa).
No, the filter should not be connected to a city water system or other external source of pressurized water.