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NEW INSTALLATION – START-UP & OPERATION
Prior to Start-Up
Fill strainer housing with water to suction pipe level.
NEVER operate the pump
without water.
Water acts as a coolant and lubricant for the mechanical shaft seal.
WARNING – NEVER run pump dry. Running pump dry may damage
seals, causing leakage and flooding. Fill strainer housing with water before starting
motor. Running pump dry or without constant water flow will void warranty.
CAUTION – Do NOT add chemicals to pool/spa system directly in front
of pump suction. Adding undiluted chemicals may damage pump and voids
warranty.
CAUTION – Before removing strainer cover:
1. STOP PUMP before proceeding
2. CLOSE VALVES in suction and outlet pipes
3. RELEASE ALL PRESSURE from pump and piping system
WARNING – If pump is being pressure tested, be sure
pressure has been released before removing strainer cover.
WARNING – Do NOT block pump suction. To do so with body
may cause fatal injury. Small children using pool MUST always have
close adult supervision.
Priming Pump
• Open all valves before starting system
• Release all air from filter and piping system. See filter owner’s manual
• When water source is higher than the pump, pump will prime itself when suction
and outlet valves are opened
• Clean and lubricate strainer cover o-ring with “Jack’s 327” each time it is removed
• Clean and inspect o-ring; re-install on strainer cover
• Replace strainer cover on strainer housing
If pump does NOT prime within ten minutes, stop motor and determine cause.
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