PENTAIR 300-29X Commercial High Capacity Chlorine

Features:

• No special venting is required.
• Completely enclosed-no escaping gases.
• Positive external no-clog chlorine control valve.
• No equipment damage.
• Feeds sanitizer directly to pool or spa.
• All parts are replaceable.

(* Using Bromine tablets with this device is not NSF certified)

YOUR LIFEGARD® FEEDER IS THE MOST EFFICIENT AND TROUBLE-FREE AUTOMATIC FEEDER YOU CAN BUY, BUT IT CAN ALSO BE DANGEROUS TO YOU AND YOUR EQUIPMENT. PLEASE FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY AND HEED ALL CAUTIONS. YOUR SAFETY AND THE PROTECTION OF YOUR EQUIPMENT IS OUR FIRST CONCERN.

WHERE TO INSTALL YOUR FEEDER
IF YOUR POOL OR SPA HAS COPPER PLUMBING . . . STOP!!
Never install the feeder into copper plumbing as pipe damage could occur. Feeder should be installed ABOVE POOL WATER LEVEL whenever practical. If installed below water level these special instructions must be followed for safe and proper operation. When the feeder is installed below the water level, two conditions must be overcome.

1. ISOLATION OF THE FEEDER FROM POOL WATER: The control valve when shut off to “off” isolates it on the side. A one way check valve such as the Rainbow R172324NS or other chemically resistant check valve will have to be attached on the discharge line at the top of the feeder.
   NOTE: Never use any type of isolation valve on the discharge or outlet side of the feeder. Damage to the feeder will occur due to pressure build up. Use only a one-way corrosion resistance check valve. If isolation valves are used, remember to open them as soon as possible following recharging. Never leave closed for long periods of time as pressure will build up. Isolation is necessary to accomplish “DRAINING” in condition #2 which follows.

2. DRAINING: To prevent the dangerous splashback of highly chlorinated water during recharging, the feeder will have to be emptied. There is a ½” MPT plug on side of the feeder (see drawing) that can be removed for draining. To facilitate draining: A drain valve is available from your dealer. Details on back drawing. The outlet line must be installed after the heater. If your pool does not have a heater, then it must be installed after the filter. DAMAGE TO YOUR HEATER COULD RESULT IF HIGHLY CHLORINATED WATER FLOWS THROUGH IT. REFER TO THE INSTALLATION DRAWING IN FIGURE A.

Install the inlet line between the pump and filter. Detailed installation instructions follow in the next section.

IMPORTANT PLUMBING HINTS

All male pipe fittings must be wrapped with 3-4 turns of thread tape to act as a thread sealant. Always wrap counter-clockwise (opposite of direction to tighten) Never overtighten fittings, they are plastic and can be broken. Usually, 2-3 turns past finger tight will prevent any leaks. A fitting can always be tightened more if it leaks but not once it is broken. Additional saddle clamps (Part No. R172264) may be required if the plumbing is over 2″ in diameter. Clamps can be interlocked. For plumbing 3″ to 6″ diameter, order saddle clamps (Part No. R172264XL). It is recommended that the Feeder be bolted down.)

1. Position the feeder close to the filter and cut the tubing to the desired length. Be careful to cut tubing ends straight.
2. ATTACH THE INLET LINE TO THE FEEDER. Wrap ½” x short nipple with seal tape. Screw the nipple into the bottom ½” FPT hole in the side of the feeder. Screw the control valve onto another end of the nipple. Be careful not to overtighten. Wrap the 90-degree tube fitting with thread tape and screw it into the valve. Push the compression nut over tubing end of the elbow. Push the tubing onto the tapered end of the elbow. Tighten nut firmly by hand. SEE THE DRAWING ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE INSTRUCTION SHEET.
3. ATTACH OUTLET LINE TO FEEDER. Wrap the 90-degree fitting with thread tape and screw into top ½” FPT hole on side of feeder. Push compression nut over tubing end, then push tubing onto tapered end of the elbow. Tighten nut firmly by hand.
4. INSTALL INLET LINE IN PLUMBING.(Line to the bottom side of the feeder). Turn off pump and timer switches. Drill 9 /16″ hole in plumbing, remove burrs and install saddle clamp assembly. Secure tubing to the saddle clamp fitting by tightening clamp. Make sure clamp is below rib at end of saddle fitting. SEE DRAWING FIGURE A.
5. INSTALL OUTLET LINE IN PLUMBING. (Line from top of feeder.) Drill 9 /16″ hole in plumbing AFTER the heater and remove burrs. SEE DRAWING FIGURE A. Install saddle clamp assembly. Attach tubing as in #4 above. Installation is now complete.

SEE THE INSTALLATION DRAWING FIGURE A ON THE OTHER SIDE. DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Before start up of feeder, your pool should be properly conditioned and the chlorine residual should be 1.0 to 1.5 ppm, (Bromine 2.0-4.0 ppm). The sanitizer demand in a pool varies and is dependent upon many factors; sunlight, bather load, water temperature, etc. As a result, the valve setting may have to be changed from time to time to conform to conditions. For example, the winter setting maybe 2 and the summer setting may be 3. Recommended start setting #3. Check residual daily to find ideal valve setting. Note: Higher numbers dispense more sanitizer.

START-UP INSTRUCTIONS

Exercise extreme caution when opening or servicing the feeder. Do not inhale fumes. Wear protective gear. Follow the manufacturer’s suggestions for handling the chemical.

1. If below the water level, close the control valve and drain any water in the feeder by removing ¼” NPT plug in the bottom, or by opening the valve on the optional drain kit. After draining, reinstall plug (use thread seal tape) or close the drain valve.
2. Remove cap of the feeder and fill with Trichlor or bromine tablets. For maximum dispersal rate use 1″ diameter tablets, 3″ tablets produce less than 40% of 1″ tablets.
3. Making sure O-Ring is clean, lubricated with Lifeguard Silicone and is in place, replace cap. Hand tightens only.
4. Turn on pump and timer switches. Open the control valve to #5 for one minute; which will allow the feeder to fill with water. Adjust the control valve according to your pool’s size. Larger numbers dispense more sanitizer. The water in a newly filled pool should be properly conditioned to ensure the maximum effectiveness of the Lifeguard Automatic Feeder. Consult your local pool dealer for water conditioning information in your area. Refer to the tablet container for recommended residual. It is recommended that the sanitizer level be checked daily for the first 5 days. Remember that on hot days higher water temperature or increased pool activity will cause your pool to use more sanitizer. When possible, increase the feed a day or two in advance.

HOW TO RECHARGE

1. SHUT OFF PUMP AND TIMER SWITCHES. OPEN CONTROL VALVE TO #5 (If below water, level, see special instructions below.)
2. Remove cap; this will allow water and fumes to drain from feeder.
3. Fill with PROPER SIZE TABLETS (SEE START-UP INSTRUCTIONS #2)
4. Make sure the O-Ring is clean, lubricated with Lifeguard Silicone and is in place, replace cap. Hand tightens only.
5. Turn on the pump and timer switches.
6. Leave the control valve on #5 for one minute, this will allow the feeder to fill with water. Reset the control valve to the original setting. Inspect inlet and outlet lines each time feeder is recharged. Replace lines yearly if necessary. Model 300-29X may require drain kit part #R172268 and a corrosion-resistant check valve part #R172324. (See illustration)

BELOW WATER LEVEL RECHARGING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Shut off the pump and timer switches.
2. Shut off the control valve.
3. Place a clean container under the drain and open the drain valve.
4. Exercise extreme caution when opening or servicing the feeder. Do not inhale fumes. Wear protective gear. Remove cap. water will now drain from the feeder. Empty the container back into the pool or spa.
5. Close the drain valve. Follow the chemical manufacturer’s recommendations for handling chemicals used in your feeder. Fill with proper size tablets or sticks.
6. Making sure the O-Ring is clean, lubricated with Lifeguard Silicone and is in place, replace cap. Hand tightens only.
7. Turn on the pump and timer switches.
8. Reset the control valve to the original setting. Inspect inlet and outlet lines each time feeder is recharged. Replace lines yearly if needed.

DANGER

READ CAREFULLY
This feeder is designed to use only CLEAN Trichlor-s-trizinetrione OR CLEAN Bromine tables – slow dissolving type. Never use dirty tablets. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES MIX Trichlor or Bromine with Calcium Hypochlorite, with other forms of concentrated chlorine or with other chemicals. Keep the feeder clean of dirt and debris at all times. FIRE AND/OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT. NEVER use oils or grease to lubricate the o-ring. Oil in contact with Trichlor OR Bromine may result in FIRE. Lubricate the o-ring with Lifeguard Silicone o-ring Lubricant
ONLY, available at your dealers. If shock treatments or Algaecides containing chemicals other than sanitizer tablets in the feeder must be used, turn off Feeder OR
remove tablets until the shock or Algae treatment is complete and all granules have dissolved. Failure to do so may result in granules mixing in the feeder causing
FIRE AND/OR EXPLOSION. The shock or algae treatment dissolved in water is safe with tablets. If you are not the original owner of this feeder, are not sure which chemicals was used, or if dirt and/or debris inside feeder, be SAFE and flush thoroughly with fresh water. CAUTION SHOULD BE USED WHEN REMOVING CAP. DO NOT INHALE FUMES. CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE IS NOT TO BE USED IN ANY FORM. Use of chemicals other than those listed by the manufacturer may be hazardous.

CAUTION
Do not install feeder into copper plumbing. Pipe damage could occur. Never install feeder before heater. Heater damage could occur,

YOU MAY SUBSTITUTE BROMINE TABLETS OR STICKS FOR TRICHLOR IN THIS FEEDER. DO NOT MIX. CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE IS NOT TO BE USED IN ANY FORM.

NSF listed for public or residential use in Swimming Pools, Spas or Hot Tubs using 1” Trichlor tablets and when used with a flow indicating device such as Rainbow Model #R172627” . The output rating for Bromine is not NSF-certified. (*] Using Bromine tablets with this device is not NSF certified)

EXTENSIONS

• Going on vacation?
• Need more chlorine?
• Filling Chlorinator/Brominator too frequently?

LIFEGUARD CHLORINATOR EXTENSIONS SOLVE THE ABOVE PROBLEMS BY:

1. Increasing tablet capacity.
2. Larger chamber size allows more erosion of tablets. (See special instructions below)

The 10″ extension doubles and the 20″ extension triples (approximately) the capacity and time between refills. *AVAILABLE THROUGH LIFEGARD DEALERS ONLY.
NOTE: On free standing #300 series chlorinators, the base of the chlorinator should be secured to prevent the possibility of the chlorinator tipping over due to increased height.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Follow recharging instructions to the point of filling with tablets
2. Making sure O-Ring is clean, lubricated with Lifegard Silicone and in place, screw on extension tightly and secure with lock screw. (You may wish to wait until back in operation before tightening screw to insure against leaks).
3. Fill with tablets and continue with normal recharging procedure.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
The large chamber sizze will result in more chlorine being dispensed at the same valve setting, therefore, once installed, several days monitoring will be necessary to readjust chlorinator output.

Does not apply to large capacity #300-19 or #300-29.

Parts Breakdown Drawing

FOR #300-29X CHLORINATOR: USE #R172324 %” CHECK VALVE INSTEAD OF #R172323 4″ CHECK VALVE AS SHOWN
NOTE: MAKE SURE ALL PUMPS AND TIMER SWITCHES ARE IN THE OFF POSITION.

R172323* 4 ” CHECK VALVE

*#R172324 ” CHECK VALVE INSTALLATION:**

1. Cut the Chlorinator inlet line at the desired location.
2. Slide the compression nut over one end of the line. Make sure the arrow on the check valve is pointing toward Chlorinator, insert the barbed end of check valve into the line and tighten the nut finger tight. Repeat the procedure for another end of check valve.

#R 172288 1%”-2″ CHECK VALVE INSTALLATION:

1. Cut piping at required location for your situation (refer to drawings.
2. Making sure arrow on check valve is pointing away from equipment and in the direction of water flow to the poo/spa, glue in check valve using PVC solvent cement. 12″ pipe will glue directly in valve, 2″ Pipe requires two 2″ slip x slip couplings

WITH HEATER

Note: For greater flow rate, inlet line may be installed between filter and pump.
NOTE: If heaters are used, a FIREMAN’S SWITCH or equivalent must be installed to prevent possible damage and improper operation of CHECK VALVE and other equipment subject to heat damage.

WITHOUT HEATER

EQUIPMENT SAFETY

CAUTION
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

Since most pool plumbing is not airtight, and a mixture of air and chlorine is highly corrosive to metals, it is important to protect these items from corrosion in the OFF period when no circulation is taking place. (There is no chance for chlorine corrosion when the circulating system is in operation.) Of course, corrosion or erosion of metal components can still occur independently of any chlorinator installation for the following reasons:

1. Water velocity too high.
2. Water pH less than 7.2.
3. Total alkalinity less than 100 PPM.

If your pool or spa has any of the following equipment, special plumbing procedures must be followed for safe operation:

1. Brass or bronze gate, rotary or backwash valves.
2. The preceding valves constructed of PVC or other plastic material with metalic shafts.
3. Filters, heaters, heat exchanges or other items with metallic tanks, shafts, coils or tubes.
4. NOT FOR USE IN COPPER PLUMBING.

Installation of the OPTIONAL Rainbow #R172288, #R172323 and #R172324 positive seal, corrosion resistant check valve SHOWN ON REVERSE SIDE will prevent the backilow of corrosive liquids and gases that can damage equipment containing metallic components. Examples listed above. Note: Valve size and tubing size must match.
WARNING: If your pool is equipped with a permanent built in pool-cleaning system, damage could occur to that system if materials are not compatible with low pH Tri-Chloro feeders. Check with manufacturer for compatibility.

1620 Hawkins Ave., Sanford, NC 27330919-566-8000
10951 West Los Angeles Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021 805-553-5000 Rainbow LifeGuardM and Pentair Water Pool and Spa® isa trademark and/or a registered trademark of Pentair Water Pool and Spa, Inc. and/or its affiliates companies in the United States and/or other countries. Unless noted, names and brands of others that may be used in this document are not used to indicate an affiliation or endorsement between the proprietors of these names and brands and Pentair Water Pool and Spa, Inc. Those names and brands may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of those parties or others.
2015 Pentair Water Pool and Spa, Inc. All rights reserved

Technical Support: 800-831-7133

References

• Residential Pool Supplies and Pool Solutions | Pentair

Read User Manual Online (PDF format)

Download This Manual (PDF format)

Download this manual  >>