Shott SKIMMER 2000 Mode D'emploi page 7

E N G L I S H
POSITIONING THE CARTRIDGE (for models equipped with cartridge):
▪ Take the float and the frame out of the body of the Skimmer.
▪ Place the cartridge in the upper part of the Skimmer in the correct position for its anchorage.
▪ Press until the cartridge is properly inserted in the Skimmer.
▪ Put the frame and the float back into the body of the Skimmer.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION:
▪ Make sure the electrical plant complies with international prescriptions in force.
▪ Check whether the product is compatible with the characteristics of your electrical plant.
▪ The equipment must be connected to a 220/230 V. ca and 50 Hz outlet, with earth connection.
▪ An omnipolar switch must be used to clear tension from the filter when it is not being used and a 30 mA. differential must be used to prevent
electric discharges. (Not provided. They can be purchased in electrical components stores).
▪ THE TRASFORMER HAS TO BE PLACED AT A MINIMUM DISTANCE OF 3,5 [m] FROM THE EDGE OF THE POOL.
5. OPERATION.
The operation of this equipment is based on the retention ability of the filtering sponges or cartridge (according to the model) that are found inside it. To
maintain the pool water in good condition, products such as chlorine, products for algae, etc., which are recommended by the manufacturer, must be
used (see pool manual). The period of use, the environment, pollen, trees, and how often the pool is used are all factors which determine how dirty the
pool water is; the sponges or cartridge must therefore be washed more or less frequently in accordance (see washing 4.2).
NEVER INTRODUCE CHEMICALS IN THE BASKET THROUGH THE FOAMS OR THE CARTRIDGE. THIS WILL DAMAGE THE MATERIALS OF
THE APPARATUS AND WILL REDUCE ITS EFFICIENCY.
DO NOT USE FLOCCULATING AGENT!
FILTERING.
5.1.
To start the equipment, check first that the pool is not being used then plug in the apparatus. The equipment lasts longer if the period of continuous use
does not exceed 4 hours. Quantity of water to be filtered depends on the volume in m
models of the apparatus. Let the motor rest for at least 2 [h] between one operation and another.
In starting the filtering treatment, carefully respect the indicated resting periods. How much higher is the temperature of the water in the pool, it is
recommended to increase the operating time of the filter.
WASHING THE SPONGES AND CARTRIDGE.
5.2.
Washing the sponges or the cartridge every week (or every 30 days) is recommended. For washing, carry out the following:
▪ Disconnect the equipment from the electrical outlet.
▪ Take out the float and frame to extract the sponges or cartridge from the body of the Skimmer.
▪ Put the sponges or cartridge under a bolt of water with a low-pressure rubber garden hose, until they are clean (Fig. 7).
▪ Before putting the sponges or cartridge back into the apparatus, clean the inside of its seating with the rubber hose.
▪ Make sure it is positioned correctly according to the specified order, in the case of the sponges (Fig. 6).
▪ After various washing cycles, subsituting the sponges or cartridge could be necessary.
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS.
6.
To guarantee electrical safety, the equipment is fitted with an electrical unit protected against the entering of water, in the case of the cable or one of its
components deteriorating, the entire electrical unit must be substituted.
None of the components of the electrical unit must be mishandled, this could make the equipment completely unsafe.
REPLACEMENT OF THE ELECTRICAL UNIT.
6.1.
In the case of the cable or one of its components deteriorating, carry out the following:
▪ Disconnect the equipment from the electrical outlet.
▪ Disassemble the equipment and take it out of the pool.
▪ Disconnect the equipment from the transformer.
▪ Unfasten the four screws which fasten the base, and carefully pull it towards the upper part of the pump+cables to then be substituted.
▪ Position the new pump by passing the cable under the base.
▪ Fasten the four screws and fasten the base again, then connect the equipment to the transformer.
▪ Reassemble the equipment in the pool by following the instructions in the paragraph INSTALLATION in this manual.
ATTENTION: the transformer is equipped with an auto restoring thermo-protector, that interrupts the electrical input when the internal temperature gets
too high. Once the temperature reaches again an adequate level, the transformer starts again to work correctly.
WINTER SEASON–MAINTENANCE.
7.
To guarantee the preservation of the equipment during the winter season, when the equipment is not used for long periods of time, the equipment must
be covered, therefore it must be disassembled from the pool, all of its components must be dried using a soft cloth or paper towel as to not scratch
them, keeping them in their original package in a dry place is recommended. Taking advantage of this period to visually check the state of the cable and
all the other electrical components is advisable and if substituting them is necessary, follow the instructions described in the paragraph ELECTRICAL
COMPONENTS.
After the winter season the equipment can be installed again as if it were new.
SYMPTOM
The motor does not start.
The Skimmer does not filter, but water enters
into the pool.
The Skimmer returns dirty water to the pool.
The filter produces little flow.
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CAUSE
Lack of current in the electric line.
The sponges or cartridge have not been
correctly assembled.
The sponges or cartridge are worn.
The sponges or cartridge are dirty due to use.
The sponges or cartridge are dirty due to use.
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of water in the pool, in relation to the flow in m
SOLUTION
Check that there is current in the electric line.
Check their correct position inside the Skimmer.
Substitute with new sponges or cartridge.
Washing.
Washing.
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Rev. 1 of 10/11/2009