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When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety 

precautions should always be followed, include the following:

Do not permit children to use this product.

RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. Connect only to 

a branch circuit protected by a ground-fault circuit-

interrupter (GFCI). Contact a qualified electrician if you cannot verify that 

the circuit is protected by a GFCI. 

This unit must be connected only to a supply circuit 

that is protected by a ground-fault circuit-interrupter 

(GFCI). Such a GFCI should be provided by the installer and should be 

tested on a  routine basis. To test the GFCI, push the test button. The 

GFCI should interrupt power. Push the reset button. Power should be 

restored.  If the GFCI fails to operate in this manner, the GFCI is  defec-

tive. If the GFCI interrupts power to the pump without the test button 

being pushed, a ground current is flowing, indicating the possibility of 

an electric shock. Do not use this pump. Disconnect the pump and have 

the problem corrected by a qualified service representative before using.

This pump is for use with permanent swimming 

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 is capable of being readily disassembled for storage and 

reassembled to its original integrity.

General Warnings

•  Never  open  the  inside  of  the  drive  motor  enclosure.  There  is  a 

capacitor bank that holds a 230 VAC charge even when there is no 

power to the unit.

•  The pump is not submersible.

•  The pump is capable of high flow rates; use caution when installing 

and programming to limit pumps performance potential with old or 

questionable equipment.

•  Code requirements for the electrical connection differ from state to 

state. Install equipment in accordance with the National Electrical 

Code and all applicable local codes and ordinances.

•  Before  servicing  the  pump;  switch  OFF  power  to  the  pump  by 

disconnecting the main circuit to the pump.

•  This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) of 

reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience 

and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction 

concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their 

safety.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND 

WARNINGS CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY 

INJURY OR DEATH. 

THIS PUMP SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND 

SERVICED ONLY BY A QUALIFIED POOL SERVICE PROFESSIONAL. 

INSTALLERS, POOL OPERATORS AND OWNERS MUST READ THESE 

WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL 

BEFORE USING THIS PUMP. THESE WARNINGS AND THE OWNER’S 

MANUAL MUST BE LEFT WITH THE POOL OWNER.

SUCTION  ENTRAPMENT  HAZARD:  STAY  OFF 

THE MAIN DRAIN AND AWAY FROM ALL SUCTION 

OUTLETS!

THE USE OF UNAPPROVED COVERS OR ALLOWING USE OF THE 

POOL OR SPA WHEN COVERS ARE MISSING, CRACKED OR BROKEN 

CAN RESULT IN BODY OR LIMB ENTRAPMENT, HAIR ENTANGLE

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MENT, BODY ENTRAPMENT, EVISCERATION AND/OR DEATH.  

The suction at a drain or outlet can cause:
Limb Entrapment:  When a limb is sucked or inserted into an opening 

resulting in a mechanical bind or swelling. This hazard is present when 

a drain cover is missing, broken, loose, cracked or not properly secured.
Hair Entanglement:

 

When the hair tangles or knots in the drain cover, 

trapping the swimmer underwater.  This hazard is present when the flow 

rating of the cover is too small for the pump or pumps.
Body Entrapment: When a portion of the body is held against the drain 

cover trapping the swimmer underwater.  This hazard is present when the 

drain cover is missing, broken or the cover flow rating is not high enough 

for the pump or pumps.
Evisceration/Disembowelment:

 

When a person sits on an open pool 

(particularly a child wading pool) or spa outlet and suction is applied directly 

to the intestines, causing severe intestinal damage.  This hazard is present 

when the drain cover is missing, loose, cracked, or not properly secured.

F

THIS PUMP PRODUCES HIGH LEVELS OF SUCTION AND CREATES 

A STRONG VACUUM AT THE MAIN DRAIN AT THE BOTTOM OF THE 

BODY OF WATER. THIS SUCTION IS SO STRONG THAT IT CAN TRAP 

ADULTS OR CHILDREN UNDER WATER IF THEY COME IN CLOSE 

PROXIMITY TO A DRAIN OR A LOOSE OR BROKEN DRAIN COVER 

OR GRATE.

This guide provides installation and operation instructions for the 

Sea Horse

®

 pump. Consult Lifegard Aquatics with any questions regarding 

this equipment.
Attention Installer: This guide contains important information about the 

installation, operation and safe use of this product. This information should 

be given to the owner and/or operator of this equipment after installation 

or left on or near the pump. 
Attention User: This manual contains important information that will help 

you in operating and maintaining this product. Please retain it for future 

reference.

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 can cause death, 

serious personal injury, or major property damage 

if ignored.
Warns about hazards that may cause death, 

serious personal injury, or major property damage 

if ignored.
Warns about hazards that may or can cause 

minor personal injury or property damage 

if ignored.

NOTE  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.

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT NOTICE

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IMPORTANT PUMP WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 

 

Sea Horse Pump Installation and User’s Guide

Summary of Contents for Sea Horse

Page 1: ...IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Installation and User s Guide Sea Horse Centrifugal Pump ...

Page 2: ...credit will be issued prior to inspection of product Please contact us first for warranty assistance Many times the product can be repaired without the cost and time involved in sending it back If absolutely necessary return product FREIGHTPREPAID for warranty evaluation and processing Call or email our office to obtain RMA numberandshippingaddress LifegardAquatics Tel 562 404 4129 Fax 562 404 415...

Page 3: ... Requirements 4 Electrical Requirements and Wiring 4 Grounding 5 Bonding 5 Initial Start up 6 Maintenance 7 Cleaning the Pump Strainer Basket 7 Winterizing 8 Electric Motor Care 8 Servicing 9 Pump Disassembly 9 Pump Reassembly Seal Replacement 10 The Shaft Seal 10 Restart Instructions 11 Priming the Pump 11 Troubleshooting 12 Technical Data 13 Illustrated Parts List 13 ...

Page 4: ...ER SUCTION ENTRAPMENT HAZARD STAY OFF THE MAIN DRAINANDAWAYFROMALLSUCTION OUTLETS THE USE OF UNAPPROVED COVERS OR ALLOWING USE OF THE POOLOR SPAWHEN COVERSARE MISSING CRACKED OR BROKEN CAN RESULT IN BODY OR LIMB ENTRAPMENT HAIR ENTANGLE MENT BODY ENTRAPMENT EVISCERATION AND OR DEATH The suction at a drain or outlet can cause Limb Entrapment When a limb is sucked or inserted into an opening resulti...

Page 5: ...ool applications The pump will function correctly only if it is properly sized to the specific application and properly installed Pumps improperly sized or installed or used in applications other than for which the pump was intended can result in severe personal injury or death These risks may include but not be limited to electric shock fire flooding suction entrapment or severe injury or propert...

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Page 7: ...peed the pump will produce one half the flow and 1 4 the pressure of high speed However the pressure required by the filter and pool plumbing at half flow will also be greatly reduced due to much lower system friction These lower friction losses result in great energy savings At one half flow low speed the electrical energy savings are 60 for equal amounts of circulated water Turn motor to low spe...

Page 8: ... property damage 9 Assemble piping and pipe fittings to pump and valve All piping must conform to local and state plumbing and sanitary codes 10 Use threaded seal tape or pipe sealants on all male connections of pipe and fittings Use only pipe sealant compounds suited for plastic pipe Support pipe to prevent strains on filter pump or valve DO NOT USE PETROLEUM BASED PRODUCTS 11 Avoid over tighteni...

Page 9: ...er is still connected hazardous voltage can cause severe or fatal injury A suitable ground fault interrupter should always be installed at the power supply source of the unit WARNING Ground motor before connecting to electrical power supply Failure to ground motor can cause severe or fatal electrical shock hazard Do not ground to a gas supply line 17 The pump motor must be wired for the proper vol...

Page 10: ...ke sure that the wiring voltage matches the motor voltage 230 VAC or 115 VAC If they do not match permanent damage to the motor will occur 3 Choose a wire size from the Table 1 page 5 When in doubt use a heavier gauge larger diameter wire Heavier gauge will allow the motor to run cooler and more efficiently 4 Make sure all electrical connections are clean and tight 5 Cut wires to the appropriate l...

Page 11: ...u P r o f e r a n e v i g s e u l a V e c i t o N GROUNDING Permanently ground motor Use green terminal provided under motor canopy or access plate use size and type wire required by code Connect motor ground terminal to electrical service ground On cord connected circuits check for proper grounding BONDING The National Electrical CodeArticle 680 22 requires that the motor be electrically bonded t...

Page 12: ...should be filled with water up to suction opening on the pump 6 It is good practice to lubricate the lid o ring with silicone lubricant each time the lid is removed The o ring should be cleaned and inspected every time the strainer pot is opened 7 The lid should be replaced on the pot by aligning the lid ears with the slots on the strainer pot Press the lid down and twist the lid clockwise to enga...

Page 13: ...locking ring in a counter clockwise direction and remove them from the pump 5 Remove the debris from the basket and rinse out the basket Replace the basket if it is cracked 6 Replace the basket 7 Fill the pump pot and volute up to the inlet port with water 8 Clean the lid and locking ring O ring and sealing surface of the pump pot NOTE It is important that the O ring be kept clean and well lubrica...

Page 14: ...a 40 propylene glycol 60 water solution will protect to 50 F NOTICE Do not use anti freeze solutions except propylene glycol as other anti freeze is highly toxic and will damage the pump Electric Motor Care 1 Protect from heat a Shade the motor from the sun b Any enclosure must be well ventilated to prevent overheating c Provide ample cross ventilation 2 Protect against dirt a Protect from any for...

Page 15: ...n open with extreme caution Pump Disassembly 1 All moving parts are located in the rear subassembly of this pump Toolsrequired a Adjustable wrench b Flat blade screw driver c 3 4 inch socket wrench d 5 16 inch open end wrench e 1 4 inch open end wrench 2 To remove and repair the motor subassembly perform the following procedures a Turn off the pump circuit breaker at the main panel Close suction a...

Page 16: ...withnewrotatingsealontothemotorshaft Rotatethemotorshafttomakesuretheimpeller is not touching the bracket diffuser 3 Clean the bracket diffuser o ring and check to make sure it is in position Replace the motor and bracket diffuser on the front pump housing body and bolt into position with six 6 bolts Gradually bring bolts up to final tightness by moving across diametrically and in a criss cross pa...

Page 17: ...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 Thepumpstrainerpotmustbefilledwithwaterbeforethepumpisinitiallystarted Followthesestepstoprime 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...

Page 18: ... Strainer basket or skimmer basket is clogged Clear basket 6 Closed valve in piping system Check all valves and open all necessary valves 7 Pump is on low speed two speed units only Adjust to high speed 8 Air leak in suction line Find fix leak Low Flow High Filter Pressure 1 Filter is dirty Clean filter 2 Restriction in return line Open return line restriction Low Flow Low Filter Pressure 1 Strain...

Page 19: ...CKET DIFFUSER HP 1 2 354633 BRACKET DIFFUSER 1 1 HP 1 3 354542 SQ NUT 10 24 s s 6 4 354634 O RING 3 16 in PUMP BRACKET 1 5 354545 SEAL MECHANICAL 5 8 in 1 6 353002 IMPELLER ASSY HP 1 6 354552 IMPELLER ASSY HP 1 6 355122 IMPELLER ASSY 1 HP 1 HP 1 7 354630 HOUSING BODY 1 8 354541 SCREW SLOTTED HEX 10 24 1 3 8 in 6 9 U178 920P PLUG DRAIN in 2 10 273062 O RING 1 11 354530 POT 1 12 354548 BASKET ASSY 1...

Page 20: ... Tel 562 404 4129 FAX 562 404 4159 Email info lifegardaquatics com visit www lifegardaquatics com Sea Horse is a registered trademark of Lifegard Aquatics Inc and or its affiliated companies in the United States and or other counties P N 354544 Rev C 7 12 ...

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