How to Backwash Filter

ALWAYS TURN PUMP OFF BEFORE OPERATING BACKWASH VALVE (VIA SALT CHLORINATOR)

  1. Turn Pump OFF
  2. Turn Backwash Valve to BACKWASH
  3. Turn pump ON
  4. Run for approx. 2 minutes until sight glass clear
  5. Turn Pump OFF
  6. Turn Backwash Valve to RINSE
  7. Turn pump ON
  8. Run for approx. 30 Seconds, until sight class clear
  9. Turn Pump OFF
  10. Turn Backwash Valve to FILTER
  11. Return system to Automatic via Salt Chlorinator


NOTES 

  • Ensure water level is high enough in pool before starting backwash operation.
  • Backwashing should be completed approximately every 4 weeks