AQUATIC ECO-SYSTEMS™ ARIAS™ 6000 FIBERGLASS AQUACULTURE SAND FILTER WITH MULTIPORT VALVE MODELS: A6000-40, A6000-60, A6000-100 INSTALLATION AND USER’S GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
i CUSTOMER SERVICE / TECHNICAL SUPPORT If you have questions about ordering Pentair Aquatic Eco-Systems, Inc., replacement parts and products, please contact: Customer Service 8 AM to 7 PM — Eastern and Pacific Times Web site Visit www.pentairaes.com US Phone: (877) 347-4788 FAX: (407) 886-6787 International Phone: (407) 886-3939 FAX: (407) 886-4884 TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Warning and Safety Instructions ....... ii Section 1: Installation ..........................................
ii IMPORTANT WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Important Notice: This guide provides installation and operation instructions for this product. Consult Pentair with any questions regarding this equipment. Attention Installer: This guide contains important information about the installation, operation and safe use of this product. This information should be given to the owner and/or operator of this equipment after installation or left on or near the filter.
iii IMPORTANT WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This filter is intended for use in aquaculture installations ONLY. DO NOT use with any type of swimming pool, hot tub, or spa. The following information should be read carefully since it outlines the proper manner of care and operation for your filter system. As a result of following these instructions and taking the necessary preventative care, you can expect maximum efficiency and life from your filtration system.
1 Section 1 Installation Note: Before installing this product, read and follow all warning notices and instructions in this manual. Installing the Arias™ 6000 Sand Filter Only a qualified service person should install the sand filter. This filter is designed and intended to filter water. Introduction The following general information describes how to install the sand filter.
2 Arias™ 6000 Sand Filter Installaton Filters should never be tested or subjected to air or gas under pressure. All gases are compressible and under pressure create a danger. Severe bodily injury or property damage could occur if the filter is subjected to air or gas pressure. 1. Check carton for any evidence of damage due to rough handling in shipment. If carton or any filter components are damaged, notify the freight carrier immediately. 2.
3 15. A positive shut-off valve is not recommended at the outlet of the filtering system. If the system is ever run with such a valve closed, the internal air relief system becomes inoperative which can cause the filter to separate. Additionally, running the system with no flow will seriously damage the equipment. Chemical fumes and/or spills can cause severe attack of filter structural components.
4 Section 2 Maintenance This section describes how to maintain the Arias™ 6000 Sand Filter. Filter Care The filter is a very important part of the system and installation. Follow these suggestions for long trouble-free operation: 1. To clean the exterior of the filter of dust and dirt, wash with a mild detergent and water then hose off. Do not use solvents. 2.
5 Filter Backwash Procedure To prevent equipment damage and possible injury, always turn off pump before changing valve positions. 1. Stop the pump. 2. Be sure the suction and backwash lines are open so that water is free to come from the system and flow out the backwash line. Set control valve to backwash position. 3. Stand clear of the filter and start the pump. 4. Backwash filter for approximately 3 to 5 minutes or until backwash water is clean. 5. Stop the pump and set valve to rinse position. 6.
6 Winterizing your Filter 1. In areas that have freezing winter temperatures, protect the pool equipment by backwashing the filter. 2. After backwashing, shut the pump off, open the manual air bleeder on the 6-Way Valve (except A6000-100), and move the handle of the Multiport Valve to the Winterize Position. 3. Remove the drain plug on the bottom of the filter. The filter will drain very slowly, and therefore, it is recommended that the drain plug be left out during shutdown season.
7 Filter Problems and Corrective Actions PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Water not sufficiently clean 1. Water chemistry not adequate to inhibit algae growth. Maintain water chemistry or consult service technician. 2. Too frequent a backwash cycle. Allow pressure to build to 10 psi above clean filter condition before backwashing. 3. Improper amount or wrong sand size. Check sand bed Freeboard and sand size or consult a service technician. 4. Inadequate turnover rate.
8 Section 4 Replacement Parts A6000-40 A6000-60 A6000-100 ARIAS™ 6000 SAND FILTER NOTE 1: Item 3 O-ring - Standpipe is used on model A6000100 Filters only. 1 17 NOTE 2: Replacement of Tank ft. requires the use of mounting tape. See part number listed. 5 2 NOTE 3: Lubricate O-ring liberally with silicone lubricant and tighten to following specifications: A6000-40, A600060, hand tighten plus 1/4” turn min. A6000-100, hand tighten plus 3/4” turn minimum. 3 15 4 6 7 9 10 DIM.
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10 Notes Arias™ 6000 Fiberglass Aquaculture Sand Filter with Multiport Valve Installation and User’s Guide
11 Notes Arias™ 6000 Fiberglass Aquaculture Sand Filter with Multiport Valve Installation and User’s Guide
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