King Technology Swimming Pool Filter 5450 User's Manual
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1. MONTHS OR AFTER ONE POOL SEASON s POOL ENOG WHICHEVER IS MiReal Cycter Chlorine SHORTER Cycler 6 e Replace cap and set dial on POOL FROG Mineral Cycler to Maximum SS Monata Uni POOL FROG Mineral Cycler mmm UT POOL FROG Chlorine Cycler N XLPRO OTT POOL FROG Mineral Cycler POOL FROG Chlorine Cycler e For an Algae Protection Guarantee insert FROG BAM into POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir in POOL FROG Mineral Cycler See page 8 for directions Insert a POOL FROG Pac into the POOL FROG Chlorine Cycler Start up and Operation 7 e Set control dial on POOL FROG Chlorine Cycler by matching up the parameters of your pool on the chart below THIS IS A STARTING POINT ONLY and may need to be adjusted to fit your individual pool needs See 8 for directions IMPORTANT Pump run times less than 8 hours could result in under chlorination due to inadequate flow through the System In Ground 8 Hour Pump Run Time 12 Hour Pump Run Time 24 Hour Pump Run Time POOL SIZE PUMP SIZE i PUMP SIZE PUMP SIZE Gallons 3 4hp Thp 11 2hp 2hp 3 4hp 1hp 11 2hp 2 hp If using another means of chlorine support Follow steps 1 5 on page 5 then continue below e For the first week test the pool water daily for free chlorine to ensure corre2. seal e Remove cap from FROG BAM without removing seal e Insert upside down into center of POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir pushing down firmly on key inside to puncture seal on FROG BAM bottle POOL FROG POOL FROG Mineral Cycler Chlorine Cycler e Replace cap by hand only DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN e Turn control dial on POOL FROG Mineral Cycler to Maximum For a preventive dose add One FROG BAM per 10 000 to 15 000 gallons Two FROG BAM per 15 000 to 30 000 gallons E e Turn pump on for 90 minutes allowing FROG BAM to circulate through A pool 4 12 To remove FROG BAM turn pump off Turn dial to Setting 0 Remove POOL FROG Mineral Cycler cap 14 e Lift FROG BAM up and allow any water in the container to drain through the POOL FROG Mineral Cycler before discarding in trash NOTE If water shows more than a hint of blue inside POOL FROG Mineral Cycler replace the cap turn dial to Maximum and run the pump for one minute 14a If pool size requires additional FROG BAM repeat steps 7 14 14b When waiter is clear in POOL FROG Mineral FOOL Bia poor FROG Cycler discard FROG BAM ie Cycler bottle and set dial back to Maximum Replacing a POOL FROG Pac o Open POOL FROG Turn off pump Turn dial to Set Chlorin
3. to increase back pressure Contact your dealer to have your back pressure tested to ensure it is between 3 and 8 psi 2 Recommended flow rates for in ground unit is 20 80 gpm 3 Determine possible high flow situations that require a special installation such as A Water flow is higher than 80 gpm B In floor cleaner is included with pool C Pool and spa combination with common equipment NOTE Over chlorination or damage to the POOL FROG XL PRO Cyclers or other equipment could result if these special installations are not used in these situations 15 A With High GPMS Install T fittings exactly as shown POOL FROG XL PRO TO POOL SUCTION FROM POOL SPA FILTER B With In floor Cleaners 3 WAY VALVE POOL FROG XL PRO IN FLOOR VALVE C Pool and Spillover Spa Combination SUCTION FROM POOL SPA POOL FROG XL PRO POOL FROG XL PRO Two Year Limited Warranty King Technology Inc warrants to the original purchaser this unit will be free from any defects in workmanship and or material for a period of two 2 years from the date of original purchase This warranty covers body cap and control dial but specifically excludes o rings King Technology at its option may replace any defective parts or the entire unit without charge after it is determined what is needed to correct any deficiency Replacement parts with the exception of o rings are warranted for the remainder of th
4. 11 01 22 8870 Cap Control Dial Tool 1 12 01 22 9970 Silicone Lubricant 1 13 01 22 9980 Pac Cutting Tool 1 14 N A Shroud 1 11 POOL FROG Cycler Maintenance Replacing the Control Dial O Rings e Using a needle nose pliers find the snap ring tail located at approximately the five o clock position under the control dial e Pull down and out of the groove e Using a large screwdriver loosen the control dial Carefully pry the dial until it pulls out e Carefully replace the rubber o ring without stretching it Apply silicone lubricant that came with your POOL FROG XL PRO on o ring e Push control dial completely into the housing and turn the dial to setting 2 e Insert the non lipped end of snap ring into the groove opening beginning at the 5 o clock position and push it up so that it threads itself around the control dial e Using a small screwdriver or pointed tool to help guide it make sure the snap ring stays in the groove as it is inserted R R eplacing Cap O Rin SLICONE LUBRICANT b e Hold cap in front of you upside down with the o ring groove facing up Place one end of o ring into cap groove at the point closest to you Hold o ring down with the thumb and forefinger of one hand e Take hold of the far end of the o ring with the thumb and index finger of the other hand Roll o ring slightly back towards you as you stretch the o ring int
5. OG Chlorine Cycler Use of any other product could result in over chlorination bleached liners unsafe pool conditions fire or explosion Warranty will be void if the correct Pac is not used 4 Turn POOL FROG Pac over and shake slightly until tablets fall into tower areas 5 Insert POOL FROG Pac into POOL FROG Chlorine Cycler lining up the openings in the POOL FROG Pac with keys in POOL FROG Chlorine Cycler NOTE Openings are a different shape than keys Ax Opening in POOL FROG Pac Keyin POOL FROG Chlorine Cycler Avoid sparks open flame or smoking while handling the POOL FROG Pac 6 Replace cap by hand only DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN DO NOT USE CAP TOOL TO TIGHTEN CAP FOR REMOVAL ONLY The POOL FROG Pac is made of HDPE 2 plastic When the POOL FROG Pac is empty triple rinse in pool water drain and recycle or wrap in newspaper and discard in trash Troubleshooting For more in depth troubleshooting go to www kingtechnology com Problem Remedy 2 5 10 What do I do if the water looks cloudy What do I do if the water turns color What do I do if algae forms in or on my pool What do I do if am under chlorinating with the POOL FROG Pac What do I do if lam over chlorinating with the POOL FROG Pac 1 Make sure your filtration system is working properly i e clean filter skimmer and pump basket 2 Make sure circula
6. OUT RI READ IMPORTANT Remove and read the information card Please note complete instructions for inserting a POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir and FROG BAM are included inside the POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir box CAUTION read carefully e USE ONLY the factory recommended replacement POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir FROG BAM and POOL FROG Pac DO NOT USE any other Pac or bulk chemical tablets in the POOL FROG Cyclers Use of any other product could result in damage to pool equipment or surface unsafe pool conditions fire or explosion Warranty will be void if the correct POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir FROG BAM and POOL FROG Pac are not used 4 e Turn off pump Turn dial to Setting 0 This reduces the flow of water into the unit when the cap is open e Use the cap tool included with POOL FROG XL PRO to loosen cap on POOL FROG Mineral Cycler by hitting the handle with the flat of your hand counter clockwise SLOT IN POOL FROG MINERAL e Find slot on side of RESERVOIR POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir and line up FIN INSIDE with fin inside the pro FROG POOL FROG Mineral CYCLER Cycler Lower POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir into POOL FROG Mineral Cycler until secure Replace FROG BAM for an Algae Protection Guarantee If you are not using FROG BAM proceed to Step 15 See FROG BAM product labeling for complete directions for use EPA Reg No 53735 9 7
7. Pool FROG XL PRO In GROUND MINERAL SYSTEM FOR POOLs Patented Mineral Pool Sanitizer Model 5450 Instruction Manual Customer Service 800 222 0169 TABLE OF CONTENTS POOL FROG Introduction 3 Swimming Pool Tips 4 Start up and Operation 5 Replacing POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir 7 Replacing FROG BAM 8 Replacing POOL FROG Pac 9 Troubleshooting 10 Parts List 11 Replacing Control Dial O Rings 12 Replacing Cap O Ring and Knob 12 Winterizing 13 In line Installation 14 For Proper Performance 15 Warranty 16 For information on King Technology s entire product line visit our website at www kingtechnology com POOL FROG Welcome to easier pool care courtesy of POOL FROG XL PRO With POOL FROG XL PRO your pool water will look and feel better without a lot of work or a lot of chlorine This system controls bacteria using a combination of minerals and reduced chlorine levels There are 5 parts to the POOL FROG XL PRO System Two In Ground Cyclers the POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir FROG BAM 90 day Algae Preventative and the POOL FROG Pac Part Part Il POOL FROG XL PRO Cyclers POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir The water treatment centers that control the flow of Holds the minerals and fits inside the POOL FROG Mineral water through the POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir in Cycler one and the POOL FROG Pac in the other all THE POOL FROG MINERAL RESERVOIR MUST BE REPLACED EVERY SIX MONTHS OR AF
8. TER ONE POOL SEASON WHICHEVER IS SHORTER POOLFROG For In Ground Pools POOL FROG Mineral Cycler up to 40 000 gallons Chlorine Cycler j A E Part IV Part Ill FROG BAM Use with the POOL FROG XL PRO System for an Algae Protection Guarantee Aas OTE 4 ROZ POOL FROG Pac 4 Chlorine support fits inside GE iz POOL FROG Chlorine Cycler a iia a f a ps POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir sold inside POOL FROG Mineral Cycler and separately for replacements POOL FROG Pac and FROG BAM sold separately Swimming Pool Tips Start up and Yearly Maintenance e Make sure the pool has adequate circulation The pool water must completely circulate through the pump and filter at least 1 to 2 times per day This usually requires 8 to 12 hours Check with your dealer for the proper circulation time for your pool 2 e Before beginning with any pool care program you must first balance your pool water Take a water sample to your local pool professional or use a complete test kit that will test for the following important elements Water Balance Guidelines pH 7 2 7 8 Total Alkalinity 60 120 ppm Calcium Hardness 150 400 Total Dissolved Solids lt 1500 Stabilizer 20 80 ppm Free Chlorine 0 5 1 0 ppm 3 Cu Mg Fe e If your fill water is high in metals use a sequestering agent or metal out product at start up on
9. UENTIAL SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES FROM ANY CAUSE 5 Under no circumstance shall King Technology be liable to purchaser or any other person for any damage or loss incurred because of any chemicals used in the product or their physical characteristics or interruption of service of the product or any resulting special incidental or consequential damages or losses Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you e The Association of Pool amp Spa Professionals Made in U S A Covered by one or more of the following U S Patent Numbers 4 662 387 5 076 315 5 218 983 6 190 547 6 210 566 6 217 892 6 383 507 6 551 609 6 652 871 6 544 415 and other U S and Foreign Patents Pending Manufactured by KING TECHNOLOGY INC 530 11th Avenue South Hopkins MN 55343 U S A 952 933 6118 800 222 0169 FAX 952 933 2206 www kingtechnology com 20 48 0220E 553100543R2
10. alve design 12 to side 12 to side Do NOT install allows water flow in POOL FROG either direction Allow a minimum of 12 above and on each XL PRO off line side of POOL FROG XL PRO to ensure MATERIALS NEEDED room for easy replacement of POOL FROG DUO Gerisi Mineral Reservoir and POOL FROG Pac 1 2 S TAT Citi Um CO PVC CEMENT N m RECOMMENDED Corrosion Resistant Check t Valve 10 x 1 1 4 Phillips Pan Measure the distance Following PVC cement directions brush PVC cement on Head Screws with between outside male the inside of the male adapters and to ends of the pipe Washers Sg adapters and cut out a section of pipe 3 less than that dimension HEATER If Installed Use Phillips pan head screws through the mounting holes at the Insert PVC pipe into male Isolating the POOL FROG XL PRO by installing a POOL FROG Cycler adapters with a twisting corrosion resistant check valve is recommended bases to secure the action Hold in place 5 to POOLFROG XL PRO 10 seconds to bond into a treated wood base 14 For Proper Performance 1 Make sure back pressure Is between 3 and 8 psi Higher back pressures could result in over chlorination Lower back pressures could result in under chlorination Adjust eye ball fittings in the return jets to a larger size to decrease back pressure or smaller size
11. concerning shock treatments B Control dial settings in excess of the recommended setting levels for trichlor can result in excess sanitizers being discharged into the pool This can result in bleaching or discoloration of areas around the pool inlet or in some cases bleaching or discoloration of the entire pool liner or paint C Excess trichlor in the pool can create health hazards to bathers Consult each chemical manufacturer s warnings and cautions for specifics D Misuse or failure to use the proper POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir and POOL FROG Pac may cause damage to equipment or personal injury This warranty will be null and void if this unit is not used with the recommended POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir and POOL FROG Pac 4 This warranty is the exclusive warranty for the POOL FROG XL PRO This warranty is not transferable KING TECHNOLOGY MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AS TO MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY OTHER MATTER CONCERNING THE POOL FROG XL PRO Any express warranty not provided herein and any remedy for breach of contract but which for this provision might arise by implication or operation of law is hereby excluded and disclaimed THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY CUSTOMER IS THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE UNIT AND THE RECOVERY OF DAMAGES WILL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE UNIT IN NO EVENT WILL KING TECHNOLOGY BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL CONSEQ
12. ct dial setting Continue to test weekly throughout the season e After each testing adjust the dial up by 1 2 increment if the free chlorine reading has dropped below 0 5 ppm or adjust down by 1 2 increment if the reading has risen above 1 0 ppm Continue this process each day until the free chlorine reading stabilizes to at least 0 5 ppm e Leave POOL FROG Chlorine Cycler empty and set dial on POOL FROG Mineral Cycler to Maximum e Remember to adjust dial ONLY by 1 2 setting per day in order to prevent over chlorination which may bleach pool surfaces 9 A e Shock pool every two weeks 7 m Shock pool every two weeks or as needed to maintain water or as needed to maintain water guality Follow label directions guality Follow label directions on the shock treatment used on the shock treatment used Replacing a POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir POOL FROG Mineral Reservoirs MUST be Replaced Every Season 1 e INGROUND SERIES 5400 Order 01 12 5412 NOW FITS THE FOLLOWING CYCLERS POOL FROG Series 5400 5450 or 5600 Prevail Series 5790 7 M22906 05401 5 e Check the front of the box and back label of product to make sure you have the correct POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir to fit your POOL FROG Mineral Cycler THE POOL FROG MINERAL RESERVOIR MUST BE REPLACED EVERY 6 MONTHS OR AFTER ONE POOL SEASON WHICHEVER IS SHORTER 2 Open the box and remove the POOL e FROG Mineral Reservoir 1
13. e Cycler using cap ting 0 This reduces the flow of tool by hitting the handle water into the unit when the with the flat of your hand cap is open counter clockwise Stand back upon removing cap to avoid inhaling fumes Cutting handle from POOL FROG Pac using Pac Cutting Tool ora hacksaw KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN Indent in plastic A Find the l l indent in B If using a Pac Cutting the plastic Tool place curved section of tool around the narrow end of one Pac tower and line up blade on indent D If using a hacksaw to C Squeeze the handles cut the Pac line up together Repeat for other hacksaw blade on indent side and cut with a smooth sawing action Finished cut ends Avoid a pinched opening A correct oval opening E Whether using a Pac F If openings are pinched Cutting Tool or a hacksaw make sure the blade comes straight across on the indent line for a clean cut together open with fingers or re cut closer to the colored screens inside POOL FROG Pac Leave at least 1 4 of plastic to fit into POOL FROG Chlorine Cycler base POOL FROG Pac towers POOL FROG Pac towers POOL FROG Pac e gt Monnan 0000 Un POOL FROG POOL FROG Mineral Cycler Chlorine Cycler CAUTION Read Carefully USE ONLY the factory recommended replacement Pac See label DO NOT USE any other Pac or bulk chemical tablets in the POOL FR
14. e original warranty To extend the limited warranty from two years to ten years simply complete the warranty card that came with your unit and return it to King Technology within 30 days of purchase and installation 1 To obtain warranty service you must deliver the unit to King Technology or its nearest authorized dealer Shipping expenses are the purchaser s responsibility The name of the nearest authorized dealer can be obtained by writing or calling King Technology at the address and telephone number provided below Proof of purchase is required when requesting warranty service Purchaser must present the sales receipt or other documentation verifying proof of purchase 2 This warranty does not cover defects caused by Modification alteration repair or service of the unit contrary to the accompanying instructions physical abuse to or misuse of the product or operation or installation in a manner contrary to the accompanying instructions This warranty also excludes all costs arising from the installation adjustment removal or replacement of defective units or parts This warranty also excludes any and all claims arising out of the chemicals used in the product or their characteristics 3 CAUTION Read carefully Failure to follow these instructions will void the warranty Do not add shock in or near skimmer A This unit is not designed for shock treatment of pools See your pool dealer or distributor for further information
15. ly before using the POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir See your local dealer for details on using these products and always follow manufacturers directions carefully e After your pool is up and running smoothly continue to test your water for pH total alkalinity and chlorine and maintain its balance by adding any necessary adjustment products see your dealer for details 5 e Check the pool s filter gauge often and periodically clean filter per the manufacturer s directions A dirty filter will slow the flow of water which could hamper proper circulation Start up and Operation e Add a stabilizer or conditioner to the pool at the beginning of the season if the stabilizer level is below 20 ppm This will prevent chlorine burn off Follow manufacturer s directions carefully e Shock the pool with chlorine to rid the water of all contaminants before beginning with POOL FROG XL PRO Follow manufacturer s directions carefully e THIS STEP IS VERY IMPORTANT TO START UP USE CHLORINE SHOCK ONLY POOL FROG POOL FROG Mineral Cycler Chlorine Cycler e Do not add shock in or near the skimmer or into the POOL FROG XL PRO Cyclers as it could damage equipment risk potential explosion or discolor your pool surface Install a POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir into the POOL FROG Mineral Cycler Follow Directions on Page 7 REPLACE THE POOL FROG MINERAL RESERVOIR EVERY 6
16. o the remainder of the cap groove e Lubricate o ring often with silicone lubricant that came with your POOL FROG XL PRO DO NOT USE petroleum based lubricants e Replace knob in back of both POOL FROG XL PRO Cyclers by unscrewing old one and screwing in new one Winterizing e Turn pump off and turn dial to Setting 0 e Remove both caps e Unscrew knob in the back of both POOL FROG XL PRO Cyclers Allow all water to drain 13 POOL FROG Mineral 4 Reservoir o my e Remove the POOL FROG Mineral Reservoir and discard in trash Even if you hear spent minerals inside it is no longer effective Remove the POOL FROG Pac If it still contains chlorine wrap in plastic bag and store in shed or garage away from children and pets POOL FROG POOL FROG Mineral Cycler Chlorine Cycler e Make sure POOL FROG Pac is away from open flame or anything metal MEZ e Replace both caps loosely In line Installation TOOLS NEEDED HEATER noz Pipe Wrench Do NOT install in copper pipe Sx N dh if using POOL FROG Pac as Hacksaw Install unit after all equipment and as far as possible from heater chemical corrosion occurs G n ean Ty 12 above Dae Foo If Installed Minimum 12 above opening opening lt l lt gt 7 Minimum O Minimum Bi flow v
17. reading is achieved 3 Shock the pool if the reading has been lower than 0 5 ppm for more than one day 4 Increase pump time if possible and test the water again in 24 hours If the reading has risen lower the dial one setting again Continue this process until proper reading is achieved 3 If over chlorinating at the lowest possible setting consider decreasing the circulation time 5 Make sure pool has a free chlorine reading of 0 5 to 1 0 ppm 6 Check with your dealer for more information 3 Check with your dealer for more information 4 Check with your dealer for more information 5 Contact your dealer to have your back pressure tested to ensure it is between 3 amp 8 psi 6 Contact King Technology s Customer Service Department at 800 222 0169 Depending on your pump size you may be circulating the water more than is necessary which results in more chlorine than is necessary 4 Contact King Technology s Customer Service Department at 800 222 0169 Parts List MINERAL RESERVOIR DETAIL OF EACH CYCLER Parts for both POOL FROG XL PRO Cyclers REF PARTNUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY REO 11 1 amp 2 01 22 9414 Cap w 0 ring 1 2 01 22 9920 Cap O ring 1 3 N A Body 1 4 01 22 9480 Pressure Relief Valve 1 NE 56 7 01 22 9441 Control Dial with O Rings 1 hi 687 01 22 9450 Control Dial O ring Kit 1 13 889 01 22 9941 Knob with O ring 2 10 01 22 9490 2 Male Adapter 2
18. tion time is adequate increase pump time if not 1 Metals in the fill water may have been oxidized Have the pool tested Shock the pool and clean the filter until water clarity returns 1 Use a nonmetallic polyquat algaecide per the directions on the bottle and brush the sides of the pool often 2 Clean the filter and shock the pool with chlorine daily until water clarity returns 1 If you are unable to maintain 0 5 to 1 0 ppm first make sure there are chlorine tablets in the tower areas of the POOL FROG Pac and it is installed properly If a correction was made test the water in 24 hours 2 If still low turn the dial up one setting and test the water again in 24 hours Continue 1 If the chlorine reading is over 3 0 ppm remove the Chlorine Pac from the POOL FROG Chlorine Cycler and test the water daily until the reading is down to 1 0 ppm 2 Reinsert the POOL FROG Pac lower the dial one setting 3 Make sure the pool is properly balanced see page 4 4 Shock the water to eliminate build up of any organic matter 2 Algae may be trying to form shock the pool increase circulation time if needed and clean the filter 3 If you are in an area of the country that struggles with algae growth see your dealer regarding a 90 day Algae Protection Guarantee using FROG BAM See product hang tag for guarantee details raising the setting by one increment each day until the proper
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