™ FROG Pool Tender Instruction Manual ® Mineral Pool-Care Cycler for Pools up to 25,000 Gallons Cleaner because it kills bacteria two ways Clearer because it helps keep pH in range Softer because it reduces chlorine use up to 50%* Easier with prefilled pacs for no mess, no guess and no stress FROG Pool Tender Cycler comes with the FROG Pool Tender Mineral Chamber™ Patented Mineral Disinfectant Customer Service 800-222-0169 frogproducts.
TABLE OF CONTENTS FROG Pool Tender Introduction 3 Notes and Safety Information 4 Safety Labels on Cycler 5 Installation Tips to Ensure Proper Performance 6 Sand Filter Installation with Nipple Kit and Flex Hose 7 Sand Filter Installation with Flex Hose Only 8 DE and Cartridge Filter Installation 9 Hard-Plumbed Installation 10 Step 1: Preparing the Pool 11 Step 2: Putting the System to Work 12 Step 3: Setting the Control Dial 13 Step 4: Routine Pool Care 14 Replacing FROG Pool Tender
Welcome to easier pool care courtesy of FROG®. With FROG Pool Tender, 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–up to 50%* less. There are 4 parts to the FROG Pool Tender System: 1. FROG Pool Tender Cycler 2. FROG Pool Tender Mineral Chamber 3. FROG Pool Tender Algaecide 4.
Notes and Safety Information General Notes These instructions contain information for the safe and proper operation of this Cycler. Observe the following principles: • Ensure that everyone using this Cycler follows the instructions and safety precautions. • Keep the instructions nearby and available for reference throughout the service life of this Cycler.
Safety Label on Cycler Review this label before installing or operating this Cycler. Contact King Technology at 800-222-0169 if this label is missing from your FROG Pool Tender Cycler.
Installation Tips to Ensure Proper Performance Before installing, read all directions carefully and contact your dealer for installation support. WARNING • Do not exceed maximum operating pressure of 50 psi. • Do not install automatic or fast shut off valves downstream of FROG Pool Tender Cycler. • Always install the FROG Pool Tender Cycler AFTER the heater (if applicable) on the return line.
Screwdriver Install TOOLS NEEDED Sand Filter Installation with Nipple Kit and Flex Hose 1. Apply pipe thread tape or sealant to each threaded end of nipple. 2. Screw one end of nipple into the filter return. Hand tighten. Finish tightening by turning 1 to 2 revolutions with a pipe wrench. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. Pipe Wrench 5. Screw adapter into the other side of FROG Pool Tender Cycler. Hand tighten. Finish tightening by turning 1 to 2 revolutions with a pipe wrench. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
TOOLS NEEDED Sand Filter Installation with Flex Hose Only Screwdriver The FROG Pool Tender Cycler should always be installed between the filter and pool (or between heater and pool if applicable). Never install FROG Pool Tender Cycler before the heater or damage to the heater could occur. Pipe Wrench MATERIALS NEEDED Pipe Thread Tape or Sealant Two hose adapters 1½” X 1½” X 1¼” Two Sections of 1½” or 1¼” Flex Hose (one provided with filter) Two Hose Clamps 1.
Install TOOLS NEEDED DE and Cartridge Filter Installation Screwdriver pipe 1. Apply thread tape 5. or sealant to each threaded end of nipple. Pipe Wrench Screw adapter into the other side of FROG Pool Tender Cycler. Hand tighten. Finish tightening by turning 1 to 2 revolutions with a pipe wrench. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. INCLUDED WITH FROG Pool Tender Cycler Pipe Thread Tape or Sealant one end of nipple into 2. Screw the filter return. Hand tighten.
Hard-Plumbed Installation TOOLS NEEDED Pipe Wrench Hacksaw The FROG Pool Tender Cycler should always be installed between the filter and pool (or between heater and pool if applicable). Never install FROG Pool Tender Cycler before the heater or damage to the heater could occur. Tape Measure Do NOT install in copper pipe if using FROG Pool Tender Chlorine Chamber as chemical corrosion may lead to pipe failure.
Step 1: Preparing the Pool 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. 2. For best results in achieving water balance, follow steps 5a through 5e in order. 5a. Take a water sample from the pool and dip a FROG Test Strip into it. 5b. Look at the Total Alkalinity reading first.
Step 2: Putting the System to Work 1. Install a FROG Pool Tender Mineral Chamber into the FROG Pool Tender Cycler. (See page 15 for directions.) 3. IMPORTANT: Replace the FROG Pool Tender Mineral Chamber every 6 months or after one pool season, whichever is shorter. After that time, you will hear the spent media inside, however it is no longer effective and must be replaced. 2.
Step 3: Setting the Control Dial Cycler is designed to work effectively with a variety of pool equipment as long as the following procedures are followed. 1. This Set the control dial by matching up the parameters of your pool on the chart below.
Step 4: Routine Pool Care Run filtration enough hours to circulate all water 1 to 2 times per day. More than that could result in over chlorination. 1. Shock the pool every other week or as needed. We recommend a non-chlorine shock as reducing chlorine use is the goal of FROG products. However, using a chlorine shock is OK too. 4.
Replacing a FROG Pool Tender Mineral Chamber Must be replaced every 6 months or after one pool season. FROG® Pool Tender Mineral Chamber TM www.frogproducts.com 800-222-0169 Serial No. 4. Open FROG Pool Tender Cycler cap. Operate 1. FOR POOLS UP TO 25,000 GALLONS Product Description: The FROG Pool Tender Mineral Chamber is the heart of an advanced pool care system that destroys bacteria.
Use FROG Pool Tender Algaecide for an Algae-Protection Guarantee NOTE: If using directly after a shock treatment, test the water first to ensure the pH is in the proper range of 7.2-7.8 and the chlorine level is no more than 4.0 ppm. Avoid using other chemicals until this product has been circulated (filtered) for at least 24 hours. If you are not using FROG Pool Tender Algaecide, refer to page 17 for Using the FROG Pool Tender Chlorine Chamber.
Using the FROG Pool Tender Chlorine Chamber 4. Line up the small leg of the FROG Pool Tender Chlorine Chamber with the small opening in the FROG Pool Tender Mineral Chamber and the large leg with the large opening. Lower FROG Pool Tender Chlorine Chamber into FROG Pool Tender Mineral Chamber until secure. FROG Pool Tender Mineral Chamber DANGER Top View Never use fast dissolving chlorine tablets, liquid bleach, or calcium hypochlorite in the FROG Pool Tender Cycler.
Winterizing 1. 4. If FROG Pool Tender Chlorine Chamber still contains chlorine, wrap in plastic bag and store in shed or cool, dry, well-ventilated location away from children, pets, cars, motorcycles or anything metal that can rust, pit, etc. Turn pump off and turn dial to Setting 0. If empty, rinse and recycle. 2. WARNING Avoid sparks, smoking, or any open flame near FROG Pool Tender Cycler or chemicals. Remove cap. 5. 3. Remove the FROG Pool Tender Mineral Chamber and discard in trash.
Troubleshooting For more in-depth troubleshooting, go to frogproducts.com or call King Technology at 800-222-0169. Problem 1. What do I do if the water looks cloudy? Remedy 1. Make sure your filtration system is working properly (i.e. clean filter, skimmer and pump basket). 2. Make sure circulation time is adequate – increase pump time if not. 3. Make sure the pool is properly balanced. (See page 11.) 5. Make sure pool has a free chlorine reading of 0.5 to 1.0 ppm. 4.
Parts List 12 13 14 15 Included with FROG Pool Tender Cycler REF. # DESCRIPTION QTY. INCLUDED Replacement parts for FROG Pool Tender Cycler REF. # PART NO.
FROG Pool Tender Cycler Maintenance Replacing the Control Dial O-Rings 1. Center of locking pin 4. Carefully insert control dial back into housing. In the back of the FROG Pool Tender Cycler, depress center of locking pin with a finger and pull pin out of dial. Troubleshoot 2. Turn control dial back and forth as you pull it out of the housing. 5. 3. Replace locking pin by pushing it through the slots on the dial until it locks into place. Replace both O-rings.
continued... FROG Pool Tender Cycler Maintenance Replacing the Cap O-Ring Replacing Knobs 1. To replace, simply unscrew old knob and replace with the new one. Remove old O-ring. Top half of groove. 2. 1. Place new O-ring in bottom half of groove. Front of FROG Pool Tender Cycler Bottom half of groove. 3. Place your thumbs on each side of the cap over the O-ring in the groove. 2. 4.
FROG Pool Tender Cycler Two-Year Limited Warranty Register your warranty today at frogproducts.com/reg and extend the standard 2-year warranty to Lifetime coverage. King Technology, Inc. will warrant this unit with a complete replacement for the original purchaser, should it prove defective by reason of improper workmanship and/or material for a period of two (2) years from the date of original purchase/installation. This warranty covers body, cap and control dial excluding O-rings.
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