poolife Slow Dissolve Cal Hypo Feeder User Manual
- October 27, 2023
- poolife
Table of Contents
SLOW-DISSOLVE CAL-HYPO FEEDER INSTALLATION AND “
OPERATION MANUAL
INSTALLATION
This slow-dissolve cal-hypo feeder is designed to be hard plumbed with 1” PVC pipe with standard threaded inet and outlet fittings. It operates via pressure differential to circulate water in the feeder. The inlet side connects to the plumb’ng near the pump outlet “he outlet line connects near the filter inlet. A diverter valve (not included) must be nstalled between these two lines (see diagram). Slight y closing this valve will aliow for higher flow into the feeder. The feeder should be installed bolted down.
OPERATION
Always use extreme caution when operating or servicing the feeder. NEVER OPEN
WHEN THE PUMP IS RUNNING. NEVER INHALE CHEMICAL FUMES.
Use caution in hotter weather, as this can create a higher level of gasses.
Wear protective glasses and g oves when operating the feeder. Aiways follow
product label directions for handling chemicals.
Before starting the feeder adjust chlorine level to 1-4 ppm. Check with your
chemical dealer for more information on proper water care. San:t zer demand
can depend on many environmental factors. Valve settings may need adjustment
at times to accommodate changing condit:ons. Attempt to increase the feeder
rate a day or two in advance of anticipated increases in demand Test water to
determine proper Chlorine residua ‘evels; it is recommended that the levels
are checked daily for the first week after start-up to adjust to the ‘deal
rate. Higher numbers dispense more sanitizer. Small, incremental changes are
recommended to best control sanitizer levels.
WARNING
This feeder is designed to use only slow-dissolve cal-hypo tablets. NEVER MIX
slow-dissolve cal-hypo tablets with other forms of chlorine or with other
chemicals FIRE AND/OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT. Lubricate o-ring with silicone
o-ring !ubricant. If you are not the or ginal owner of this feeder, or not
sure which chemical was used, be SAFE and flush thoroughly with fresh water
CAUT ON SHOULD BE USED WHEN REMOVING CAP. DO NOT INHALE FUMES.
CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS
Use caution when operating or servicing the feeder. NEVER INHALE CHEMICAL FUMES. Wear safety glasses and gloves when using the feeder, Aways follow product label directions for chemical use.
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Shut off pump and close the control valve. Wait one minute. If installed betow water level, close any in-line valves to prevent back flow before the vent valve. Next, open the air refief valve, then open the feeder bottom drain valve. Drain water into a plastic container and pour into the pool.
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Close the drain valve. Lift the tock spring and unscrew the lid lock ring. Remove feeder lid and fill with slow-dissolve cal-hypo tablets. For best results, stack tablets vertically (see diagram).
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Clean and lubricate the O-ring, then replace the lid. Only use silicone tubricant. Press the lid into position, then close the vent vaive.
Tighten the lock ring until the o-ring contacts the body, then turn until the lock spring snaps into the next notch in the body. There are four notches located on the upper flange of the body. Never force the tock ring past the lock spring. -
Open any in-line valves, and turn on pump/timer. Adjust the control valve to the proper setting.
IF ISOLATION VALVES ARE USED, you must open them before start-up. Always keep the return line valves open to prevent gas or pressure build-up, except when opening or servicing the feeder. Close the control valve if adding chemicals to the pool, vacuuming, backwashing or maintaining your filter.
WINTERIZING
During freezing temperature seasons, drain all water from the feeder body.
Carefully remove undissolved tables using safety gloves Clean the feeder body
with water, replacing the lid when complete. Leave the vent valve open
slightly, and keep the feeder covered all winter season.
- 25280-615-500: Lid Assy w/ o-ring & air rehef
- 25280-615 -106: Screen
- N/A: O-ring
- N/A: Body w/ Stand °
- 25280 615-104: Plug
- 25280-615-200: Union
- 27313-010-100: Threaded Coupling
- 25203-453-925: Gasket
- 25280-615 -300: Flow Control Valve
- 25280-615-400: Drain Valve
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