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WARNING –

Pool and spa components have a finite life. All components should be inspected

frequently and replaced at least every ten years, or if found to be damaged, broken, cracked, missing, or not
securely attached.

WARNING –

Risk of Electric Shock.

All electrical wiring MUST be in conformance

with  all  applicable  local  codes,  regulations,  and  the  National  Electric  Code  (NEC).

Hazardous voltage can shock, burn, and cause death or serious property damage. To reduce the
risk of electric shock, do NOT use an extension cord to connect unit to electric supply. Provide

a properly located electrical receptacle. Before working on pump or motor, turn off power supply to the pump.

WARNING –

To reduce the risk of electric shock replace damaged wiring immediately. Locate

conduit to prevent abuse from lawn mowers, hedge trimmers and other equipment.

WARNING –

It is recommended to install a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) in the circuit,

however, all electrical wiring MUST be in conformance with all applicable local codes, regulations, and the
National Electric Code (NEC).

WARNING –

Failure to bond pump to pool structure will increase risk for electrocution and could

result in injury or death. To reduce the risk of electric shock, see installation instructions and consult a
professional electrician on how to bond pump. Also, contact a licensed electrician for information on local
electrical codes for bonding requirements.

Notes to the electrician: 

Use a solid copper conductor, size 8 or larger. Run a continuous wire from external

bonding lug to reinforcing rod or mesh. Connect a No.8 AWG (8.4 mm

2

) solid copper bonding wire to the

pressure wire connector provided on the motor housing and to all metal parts of swimming pool, spa, or hot
tub, and to all electrical equipment, metal piping (except gas piping), and conduit within 5 ft. (1.5m) of inside
walls of swimming pool, spa, or hot tub. 

ImpORTANT

– Reference NEC codes for all wiring standards

including, but not limited to, grounding, bonding and other general wiring procedures.

WARNING –

Suction Entrapment hazard. 

Suction in suction outlets and/or

suction outlet covers which are damaged, broken, cracked, missing, or unsecured cause
severe injury and/or death due to the following entrapment hazards: 

hair Entrapment –

Hair can become entangled in suction outlet cover.

Limb Entrapment –

A limb inserted into an opening of a suction outlet sump or suction outlet cover that is

damaged, broken, cracked, missing, or not securely attached can result in a mechanical bind or swelling of the
limb.

Body Suction Entrapment –

A differential pressure applied to a large portion of the body or limbs can result

in an entrapment.

Evisceration/ Disembowelment –

A negative pressure applied directly to the intestines through an unprotected

suction outlet sump or suction outlet cover which is damaged, broken, cracked, missing, or unsecured can
result in evisceration/disembowelment.

mechanical Entrapment –

There is potential for jewelry, swimsuits, hair decorations, fingers, toes, or knuckles

to be caught in an opening of a suction outlet cover resulting in mechanical entrapment.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Summary of Contents for PC34

Page 1: ...s manual carefully and completely CAUTION We highly recommend a qualified professional install and service this product WARNING This manual contains important safety information that must be furnished to the end user of this product FAILURE TO READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL PC34 OWNER S MANUAL INSTALLATION OPERATION PARTS ...

Page 2: ...ode NEC ATTENTION INSTALLER ThIS mANUAL CONTAINS ImpORTANT INFORmATION ABOUT ThE INSTALLATION OpERATION AND SAFE USE OF ThIS pUmp ThAT mUST BE FURNIShED TO ThE END USER OFThIS pRODUCT FAILURE TO READAND FOLLOWALL INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY WARNING To reduce risk of injury do not permit children to use or climb on this product Closely supervise children at all times Components such...

Page 3: ...onductor size 8 or larger Run a continuous wire from external bonding lug to reinforcing rod or mesh Connect a No 8 AWG 8 4 mm2 solid copper bonding wire to the pressure wire connector provided on the motor housing and to all metal parts of swimming pool spa or hot tub and to all electrical equipment metal piping except gas piping and conduit within 5 ft 1 5m of inside walls of swimming pool spa o...

Page 4: ... all system valves must be set in a position to allow system water to return back to the pool Do not change filter control valve position while system pump is running Before starting system pump fully open filter manual air relief valve Do not close filter manual air relief valve until a steady stream of water not air or air and water mix is discharged from the valve All suction and discharge valv...

Page 5: ...ump is exceptionally quiet and uses up to 40 less electricity than competitive booster pumps Pump design allows for easy installation and service Suitable for use with all pressure cleaners requiring a booster pump Tall mounting base allows for increased motor ventilation as well as protection from flooding Drain plug requires no tools for installation and removal Volute may be re oriented in the ...

Page 6: ...clean Pump motors require free circulation of air for cooling pUmp mOUNTING Install pump on a level concrete slab or other rigid base to meet all local and national codes Secure pump to base with screws or bolts to further reduce vibration and stress on pipe or hose joints The base must be level rigid and vibration free pump mount must Allow pump inlet height to be as close to water level as possi...

Page 7: ...strict flow For better efficiency use the fewest possible fittings but at least two suction outlets Avoid fittings that could cause an air trap Pool and spa fittings MUST conform to the InternationalAssociation of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials IAPMO standards Use a non entrapping suction fitting in pool multiple drains or double suction skimmer and main drain pipe Sizing Chart 7 INSTALLATION I...

Page 8: ...ing on electrical connections Fire hazard match supply voltage to motor nameplate voltage Insure that the electrical supply available agrees with the motor s voltage phase and cycle and that the wire size is adequate for the HP kW rating and distance from the power source Use copper conductors only Voltage Voltage at motor mUST NOT be more than 10 above or below motor name plate rated voltage or m...

Page 9: ...l suction and discharge valves mUST be OpEN as well as filter manual air relief valve if available on filter when starting the circulating pump system for the first time or after servicing the system Failure to do so could result in severe personal injury Starting the pump The filtration system pump must be running and an automatic pool cleaner must be connected before starting the booster pump If...

Page 10: ...bearings and shaft seals No lubrication is necessary Keep motor clean Insure motor air vents are free from obstruction to avoid damage Do NOT use water to hose off motor Occasionally shaft seals must be replaced due to wear or damage See Shaft Seal Change Instructions in this manual Storage Winterization WARNING Separation hazard Do not purge the system with compressed air Purging the system with ...

Page 11: ...fety precautions should always be observed including the following Failure to follow instructions may result in severe personal injury or death A WARNING To reduce risk of injury do not permit children to use this product B Disconnect all electrical power service to pump before beginning shaft seal replacement C Only qualified personnel should attempt rotary seal replacement Contact your local aut...

Page 12: ...3 of this manual for pump component locations 7 Clean and lightly lubricate the motor shaft and seal recesses in the seal plate item 7 with a dilute solution of nongranulated liquid type soap Gently wipe the polished face of the ceramic seal with a soft cotton cloth Lubricate the rubber cup on the ceramic seat and press it firmly into the recess of the seal plate item 7 with the polished ceramic s...

Page 13: ...ller 6 310108 Shaft Seal Assembly 7 310109 Seal Plate Assembly 8 310110 Nut 9 310111 Shaft Adapter 10 310112 Base Mounting Bolts 11 310113 Motor Support Base 12 310114 Motor Base Insulator 13 310115 Motor Insulator Ref No part No Description PARTS LIST FOR PC34 PUMP 3 4 5 6 1 2 7 9 10 11 8 12 13 ...

Page 14: ...e the debris Low Flow Generally Check For 1 Clogged or restricted strainer or suction line Solution Contact a qualified repair professional 2 Undersized pool piping Solution Correct piping size 3 Plugged or restricted discharge line of filter valve partially closed high gauge reading Solution Sand filters backwash as per manufacturer s instructions D E filters backwash as per manufacturer s instru...

Page 15: ...uct Incidental consequential or other damages will not be paid by Advantage Inc including but not limited to the cost of labor and or water or chemical loss or any damages that occur Damage cause by improper chemical treatment or corrosion Damage caused by Acts of God or nature Employment of the product for other than it s intended use Motor damage caused by improper electrical connections and or ...

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