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Bestway® 3028L/800gal Filter Pump
Product Description
The Bestway® 3,028 L Filter Pump is a great way for pool owners to keep their pool water sparkling clean over the summer months.This pump clears the water by circulating water out of the pool, through a filter and back again. With everything you need to keep your pool water pristine, this Bestway pump kit is a must-have! The 3,028 L Bestway Filter Pump is recommended for use with 1,100-17,400 L (300-4,600 gal.) pools and works perfectly with Type III-A/C filter cartridges. Compatible with almost all above ground pools, no matter the brand, the Bestway 3,028 L Filter Pump is your go-to tool for a clean and pristine pool.
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Assembly
How do I connect the pump to the pools with 2 connections (A-B), with a connection valve?
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1. Connect the hoses to the port B of the filter pump, then conncet to port B of pool.
2. Connect the hoses to the port A of the filter pump, then connect to port A of pool.
3. Open the connection valves to let water to flow.
4. Before starting the filter pump, open the purge valve to purge all residual air inside the filter pump.
How do I connect the pump to the pools with 2 connections (A-B), without a connection valve?
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1. Connect the hoses to port A and port B of the filter pump
2. Connect port A of the filter pump to port A of the pool, and connect port B of the filter pump to port B of the pool
3. Remove the stopper from the pool and replace it with a debris screen
4. Before starting the filter pump, open the purge valve to purge all residual air inside the filter pump
How do I connect the pump to the pools with 3 connections (A-B-B), with a connection valve?
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1. Connect the hoses to port B of the pool, then connect the T-connect to the hoses.
2. Connect the hoses to port B and port A of the filter pump.
3. Connect the port A of filter pump to port A of the pool.
4. Open the connection valves to let water to flow.
5. Before starting the filter pump, open the purge valve to purge all residual air inside the filter pump.
How do I connect the pump to the pools with 3 connections (A-B-B), without a connection valve?
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1. Connect the 38mm hoses to port B and port A of the filter pump. Then connect the T-connector and 32mm hoses.
2. Connect the hose on port B of the filter pump to port B of the pool, and connect the hose on port A of the filter pump to port A of the pool.
3. Replace the stopper plugs with debris screen (or open the connection valves) to let water to flow.
4. Before starting the filter pump, open the purge valve to purge all residual air inside the filter pump.
How do I perform the air purge operation?
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To perform the the air purge operation, follow these steps:
First step: after connecting the hoses, remove the plug and install the debris screen or open the connection valves.
Second step: open the purge valve located on the top cover. The air will flow out until the water flows out.
Third step: close the purge valve tightly to avoid leakage.
Fourth step: plug in the filter pump, and it is ready to work.
IMPORTANT: this operation must be repeated every time you perform any maintance operation.
Why does the pump have to be under the water level?
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The filter pump/sand filter is designed to be positioned on the ground. If the filter pump/sand filter is positioned at (or above) the water level, the motor will work without water. This will cause the filter pump/sand filter to be damaged.
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Can I leave the filter pump/sand filter outside while it's raining?
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Yes, you can. But we suggest to not use the pump when it is thundering or lightning.
Can I use my Flowclear filter pump with bigger models of pools, and what should I do?
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First you have to check if the flow rate of your pump is suitable with the water quantity of the new pool, and then you have to make sure the hose connections are compatible.
Can the filter pump be used when a cover is on the pool?
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Yes. There is no problem in using the pump when the pool is covered.
Can we use the pool while the filtration system is operating?
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No, please do not use the swimming pool when the filtration system is operating.
Is it necessary to use a filter pump with my Skimatic filter pump?
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No, it is not necessary to use an additional filtration system if you installed the Flowclear Skimatic on the pool also. this filtration system has two functions integrated into one item:Skimmer Filter Pump
Is it possible to use a timer with my filter pump?
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IMPORTANT: the timer cannot be used if the filter pump is equipped with an external RCD or GFCI. The timer will compromize the functionality of the products. If the filter pump doesn't have an external PRCD or GFCI, you can use the timer. If you installed the filter pump together with a chlorinator or a pool heater, be sure the chlorinator has already finished the set cycle or switch off the pool heater before the filter pump.
Is the Skimatic filter pump suitable for all Bestway pools?
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The Bestway Flowclear Skimatic filter pump is suitable with all dimensions of frames of Bestway pools and with the inflatable ring of the Fast Set pool, thanks to the two sets of hooks included in the product set.
IMPORTANT: the only structure in the Bestway pool range that is not compatible with the Skimatic Filter Pump is the steel wall Pool.
IMPORTANT: when you buy this product, be sure that the flow rate of the Skimatic filter pump is compatible with the water quantity in your pool.
What causes my guarantee to break?
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The legal warranty doesn’t cover damages due to actions not assignable to the seller/manufacturer, to improper or not normal use of the product by the consumer, or to actions contrary to warnings or instructions written in the user’s manual.
What is the correct pump size for my pool?
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To define the correct size of filtration system for Bestway's Above Ground Pools, you need to know the water capacity of your pool. You can find this information on the package.
What is the most important function of my filter pump?
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The most important function of a filter pump is the elimination of every sort of impurity from the water with the aid of a filter cartridge and chemical products for its sterilization.
Where can I find Bestway instruction videos?
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You can find instruction videos on www.bestwaycorp.com in the support section, or on the Bestway YouTube channel.
Where can I find Bestway User Manuals?
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You can find Bestway User Manuals on www.bestwaycorp.com in the support section.
Where can I find the capacity in L/hour or gal/hour for my filter pump?
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On the packaging, you can find the capacity in L/hour or gal/hour of your filter pump.
Where do I find the Serial Number?
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The serial numbers on our products are located in various positions and come in different formats. Please consult the provided guide for details.
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Where may I purchase the replacement for filter cartridges?
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The filter cartridges are available from your local pool supplier or in our Bestway Store
Maintenance
Can the filter cartridge be cleaned in the dishwasher?
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The filter cartridge can be cleaned in the dishwasher using temperatures under 30 ℃ and without using any detergent or degreasing.
For safety reasons, since the dirty filter cartridge contains bacteria and other harmful substances, any other dish or kitchen item should not be washed together with the dirty cartridge. Be sure to sanitize the dishwasher before starting the normal operations.
How can I connect the pool cleaner to a pool equipped with a Flowclear Skimatic Pump?
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IMPORTANT: the adaptor necessary to connect the Flowclear Skimatic Pump may not be included in the set. If you need to connect the Skimatic Pump to the pool cleaner, ask your pool dealer to purchase the compatible adaptor.
To connect the pool cleaner to the Flowclear Skimatic Pump follow these instructions:
1. Unplug the pump
2. Unscrew the top ring to take out the strainer
3. Insert the adaptor inside the case of the skimmer on the hole in the bottom
4. Connect the hose of the pool cleaner to the adaptor
5. Plug in the pump to start to operate the pool cleaner
For more information check the attached video.
How do I change the filter cartridge on a Filter Pump that is connected to a pool with 3 connections (A-B-B), without a connection valve?
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1. Put the stopper plug inside the pool to close the valves.
2. Remove the filter cap and replace the old filter cartridge with the new one.
3. Close the filter cap and take out the stopper plug from inside the pool.
4. Before starting the filter pump, open the purge valve to purge all residual air inside the filter pump.
How do I clean or change the filter cartridge in Bestway® filter pumps?
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To clean or change the filter cartridge, follow the below steps:
1. Switch off and unplug the filter pump.
2. Put the stoppers inside the pool to close the valves. If the pool is equipped with connection valves, close them.
3. Remove the filter cap and take out the filter cartridge from the filter housing.
4. Rinse out with a garden hose and reuse it. if the filter cartridge remains soiled and discolored, it should be replaced.
5. Close the filter cap and take out the stopper plug from inside the pool.
6. Before starting the filter pump, open the purge valve to purge all residual air inside the filter pump.
How do I maintain the filter cartridge in my Skimatic filter pump?
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IMPORTANT: Please ensure the skimmer’s motor is unplugged before any maintenance begins.
To perform the maintenance of the filter cartridge in Skimatic filter pump follow the below steps:
1. Unplug the pump.
2. Unscrew the top ring to take out the strainer and remove any debris.
3. Remove the pump from the pool.
4. Unscrew the cap using a crosshead screwdriver (not included) and remove the filter cartridge.
5. Rinse with water. If the filter cartridge remains soiled and discolored, you should replace it with a new one.
How do I use the regulator?
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1.When used with pumps with the flow rate: 3,000 gal./h (11,356 L/h), turn the top knob until the bottom reaches Line 1. 2.When used with pumps with the flow rate: 2,200-2,500 gal./h (8,327-9,463 L/h), turn the top knob until the bottom reaches Line 2.3.When used with sand filters with the flow rate: 1,500 gal./h (5,678 L/h) or filter pumps with the flow rate: 2,000 gal./h (7,571 L/h), turn the top knob until the bottom reaches Line 3.
How long should I run my filter pump every day?
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We recommend to run the filter pump/sand filter minimum 8 hours every day; this is the necessary time to circulate the entire pool water.
The increase of the operating hours depends on the quality of the water or how often the pool is used.
How often must the air be purged out from the filter pump?
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The purge air operation on the Flowclear filter pump has to be performed before the first start or after all maintenace operation of the pumps.
How often should the filter cartridge be replaced?
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To ensure your pool water keeps clean, please check the filter cartridge one time a week, if required.
In any case we recommend to change the filter cartridge every 2 weeks, depending on usage.
However, if the filter cartridge remains soiled and discolored, the filter cartridge should be replaced.
I tried to change the filter cartridge and my pool emptied, what should I do?
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We invite you to follow the instructions on the owner’s manual provided with the filter pump. Please kindly note that it is necessary to accomplish an important operation in order to replace the filter cartridge without emptying the pool. Before removing the filter cap, put the water stoppers in the pool valves to avoid water flowing out.
Is it possible to maintain clean pool water using only the filter pump?
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No, the filter pump can help to capture the particles suspended in the water, but to keep water clean, it is necessary to use chemical products to maintain the correct chemical balance of the water.
What can I do if the pool water is still dirty after using the pump?
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To create the correct maintenance procedures for your water, follow these instructions:
1. Increase filtration time.
2. Check the filter cartridge one time a week and rinse with water. If the filter cartridge remains soiled and discolored, you should replace it with a new one.
3. The filter pump is not able to eliminate all bacteria in the water. The most important part to keeping the water clean is keeping the correct chemical balance in the water. Check with your chemical dealer to get the correct quantity and type of chemical to have the correct water maintenance.
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330 gal. 530 gal. 800 gal. / 1249 L 2006 L 3028 L Filter Pump Manual.pdf
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330 gal. 530 gal. 800 gal. / 1249 L 2006 L 3028 L Filter Pump Manual.pdf
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