OPERATION
NEVER run pump dry! Running pump dry may damage seals, causing
leakage and flooding! Fill pump with water before starting
motor.
Before working on pump:
1. STOP PUMP before proceeding.
2. CLOSE GATE VALVES in suction and discharge pipes.
3. RELEASE ALL PRESSURE from pump and piping system.
4. NEVER tighten or loosen clamp while pump is operating!
Priming Pump:
Release all air from filter and piping system: see filter owner’s manual.
Pump will prime itself when suction and discharge valves are opened, and
main pool pump is running.
If pump does not prime, make sure that all valves are open, main pool pump
is running, and that there are no leaks in suction pipe. See Troubleshooting
Guide, Page 11.
Storage/Winterizing:
NOTICE:
Allowing pump to freeze will damage pump and void warranty!
NOTICE: Do not
use anti-freeze solutions (except propylene glycol) in your
pool/spa system. Propylene glycol is non-toxic and will not damage plastic
system components; other anti-freezes are highly toxic and may damage
plastic components in the system.
Drain all water from pump and piping when expecting freezing temperatures
or when storing pump for a long time (see instructions, Page 7).
Keep motor dry and covered during storage.
To avoid condensation/corrosion problems,
do not
cover pump with plastic.
For outdoor/unprotected installations:
1. Enclose entire system in a weatherproof enclosure.
2. To avoid condensation/corrosion damage, allow ventilation;
do not
wrap system in plastic.
3. Use a 40% propylene glycol/60% water solution to protect pump
to - 50°F.
Draining Pump:
1. Pump down water level below all inlets to the pool.
To avoid dangerous or fatal electrical shock hazard, turn OFF power
to motor before draining pump.
2. Use low pressure air to blow accumulated water from the piping system.
3. To prevent pump from freezing, remove priming plug and drain the pump
body through the drain plug (Key No. 18, Page 10). Clean pump thor-
oughly; replace priming plug.
4. Be sure motor is kept dry and covered.
Startup For Winterized Equipment:
1. Remove any temporary weather protection placed around system for shut-
down.
2. Follow filter manufacturer’s instructions for reactivation of the filter.
3. Inspect all electrical wiring for damage or deterioration over the shutdown
period. Have a qualified serviceman repair wiring as needed.
4. Inspect and tighten all watertight connections.
5. Open all valves in suction and return piping.
6. Remove any winterizing plugs in piping system.
7. Drain all antifreeze from system.
8. Close all drain valves and replace all drain plugs in piping system.
9. Prime pump according to instructions above.
7
Hazardous voltage.
Can shock, burn,
or cause death.
Disconnect power
before working
on pump or motor.
