'MPRA', SERIES PUMP
WITH TRAP
To avoid unneeded service calls, prevent possible
injuries, and get the most out of your pump, READ THIS
MANUAL CAREFULLY!
The Sta-Rite 'MPRA' Series Self-priming Centrifugal
pump:
• Is designed for use with water features or as a
centrifugal pump.
• Is an excellent performer; durable, reliable.
Table of Contents
Installation ...................................................................3
Electrical...................................................................5-6
Operation.....................................................................7
Pump Service .........................................................8-10
READ AND FOLLOW
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!
This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this
symbol on your system or in this manual, look for
one of the following signal words and be alert to the
potential for personal injury.
warns about hazards that will cause death,
serious personal
injury, or major property damage if ignored.
warns about hazards that can cause death,
serious personal
injury, or major property damage if ignored.
warns about hazards that will or can cause
minor personal injury or property damage if ignored.
NOTICE indicates special instructions not related to
hazards.
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this
manual and on equipment. Keep safety labels in good
condition; replace if missing or damaged.
2
Incorrectly installed or tested equipment
may fail, causing severe injury or property
damage.
Read and follow instructions in owner's
manual when installing and operating equipment. Have
a trained pool professional perform all pressure tests.
1. Do not connect system to a high pressure or city
water system.
2. Use equipment only in a pool or water feature
installation.
3. Trapped air in system can cause property damage.
BE SURE all air is out of system before operating or
testing equipment and/or personal injury.
Before pressure testing, make the following safety
checks:
• Check all clamps, bolts, lids, and system accessories
before testing.
• Release all air in system before testing.
• Water pressure for test must be less than 25 PSI
(7.5 kg/cm
).
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• Water Temperature for test must be less than 100° F.
(38° C).
• Limit test to 24 hours. After test, visually check
system to be sure it is ready for operation. Remove
trap lid and retighten hand tight only, see Figure 1.
NOTICE: These parameters apply to Sta-Rite®
equipment only. For non-Sta-Rite equipment, consult
manufacturer.
NOTICE: Do not start the pump until the strainer basket
cover is on and the tab, or rib, on the discharge port
aligns between the arrows.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Always follow basic safety precautions with this
equipment, including the following.
To reduce the risk of injury, do not
permit children to use this product.
This pump is for use with permanently
installed pools and may also be used with hot tubs
and spas if so marked. Do not use with storable
pools. A permanently installed pool is constructed in
or on the ground or in a building such that it cannot
be readily disassembled for storage. A storable pool
is constructed so that it may be readily disassembled
for storage and reassembled to its original integrity.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS