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SECTION 4. PUMP INSTALLATION
• Install the pump not closer than 1.5m (5 feet) from inside walls of the swimming pool or spa.
• Use a direct and short suction line with continuous slope in order to avoid long priming times.
• The pump should be placed on a flat, solid foundation, high enough to prevent flooding of the motor.
• Install the pump in a sheltered location, ensuring ventilation and adequate access for servicing.
• Do not mount electrical controls directly over pump.
• Provide adequate floor drainage to avoid equipment and property damage.
• Size all piping adequately and keep the number of elbows to a minimum.
• Independently support the pipe near the suction and discharge of the pump in order to reduce the strain.
• It is essential that the suction line is free of air leaks. The suction line should always be at least the same size as the suc-
tion inlet of the pump.
• Fitting a non-return valve after the pump on the installation will prevent the impeller from unwinding and is strongly
recommended.
SECTION 5. START / OPERATION
Starting the pump
• Turn strainer pot lid in a counter-clockwise direction until it opens.
• Fill the strainer pot and volute up to the inlet port with water.
• Reinstall the strainer pot lid by placing the strainer pot lid on the strainer pot. Make sure the lid O-ring is properly
placed. Seat the strainer pot lid then turn clockwise until the handle locks. Hand Tighten only!
• Open the manual air relief valve on top of the filter. If no manual air relief valve is present, depress the multiport valve
handle to relieve the pressure.
• Stand clear of the system and filter. Energize the motor.
• Bleed air from the filter until a steady stream of water comes out. Close the manual air relief valve.
• Priming time depends on the suction lift and distance from the pool. Five minutes for priming is a reasonable time.
Pump will not lift more than 1.8 m (6 ft.). If pump does not prime, see troubleshooting guide.
SECTION 6. MAINTENANCE
Risk of electrical shock or electrocution.
Always disconnect power to the pool pump at the circuit breaker before servicing the pump. Failure to do
so could result in death or serious injury to serviceman, pool users or others due to electric shock. Read all
servicing instructions before working on the pump.
DO NOT open the strainer pot lid if pump fails to prime or if pump has been operating without water in the
strainer pot.
Pumps operated in these circumstances may experience a build up of vapor pressure and may contain scald-
ing hot water. Opening the pump may cause serious personal injury. In order to avoid the possibility of per-
sonal injury, make sure the suction and discharge valves are open and strainer pot temperature is cool to
touch, then open with extreme caution.
Pump strainer basket unit is in front of the pump housing. Inside the chamber is the basket which must be kept clean of
leaves and debris at all times. View basket through the 'See through Lid' to inspect for leaves and debris.
The Pump Strainer Basket
Regardless of the length of time between filter cleaning, it is most important to visually inspect the strainer pot basket at
least once a week. A dirty basket will reduce the efficiency of the pump and also put an abnormal stress on the pump motor
which could result in a costly repair bill.
1. Turn off motor and relieve pressure in the system.
2. Turn strainer pot lid in a counter-clockwise direction until it opens and then remove the lid from the strainer pot.
3. Put the debris from the strainer basket into the trash and rinse out the basket. If the strainer basket is cracked, it should
be replaced.
4. Replace the strainer basket. Make sure the strainer basket is properly seated in strainer pot.
5. Fill the strainer pot and volute with water up to the inlet port.
6. Clean the strainer pot lid, O-ring, and sealing surface of the strainer pot. Then grease the O-ring with silicone based
lubricant
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