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Sea Horse Pump Installation and User’s Guide
Restart Instructions
If the Sea Horse pump is installed below the water level of the pool, close return and suction lines prior to
opening hair and lint pot on pump. Make sure to reopen valves prior to operating.
DO NOT run the pump dry.
If the pump is run dry, the mechanical seal will be damaged and
the pump will start leaking. If this occurs, the damaged seal must be replaced. ALWAYS
maintain proper water level in your pool (half way up skimmer opening). If the water level
falls below the skimmer opening, the pump will draw air through the skimmer, losing the
prime and causing the pump to run dry, resulting in a damaged seal. Continued operation in
this matter could cause a loss of pressure, resulting in damage to the pump case, impeller,
and seal and may cause property damage and personal injury.
Priming the Pump
1. The pump strainer pot must be filled with water before the pump is initially started. Follow these steps to prime
the pump.
a. Remove the pump lid and locking ring.
b. Fill the pump strainer pot with water.
c. Reassemble the pump lid and locking ring onto the strainer pot. The pump is now ready to prime.
d. Open the air release valve on the filter, and stand clear of the filter.
e. Turn on the switch or time clock.
f. When water comes out of the air release valve, close the valve. The system should now be free of air and
recirculating water to and from the pool.
g. This pump will prime within 13 minutes. Do not allow your pump to run longer than this time without
developing full flow. If the pump does not prime, see the “Troubleshooting” section on page 10.
h. Two speed pumps should run on high speed for priming.
