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5.  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 shut-down period. Have a qualified service man 
repair wiring as needed. 
4. Inspect and tighten all water tight connections. 
5. Open all valves in suction and return piping. 
6. Remove any winterizing plugs in piping system. 
7. Drain all anti-freeze from system. 
8. Close all drain valves and replace all drain plugs in piping system. 
9. Prime pump according to instructions in Priming Pump. 

 

CARE AND CLEANING 

 

Pump should only be serviced by qualified personnel. For best results, use only genuine factory parts. Be sure to 
prime pump before starting. 
 

WARNING

: Risk of explosion. Before beginning pump service: 1. Stop pump before proceeding. 2. Close gate valves 

in suction and discharge pipes. 3. Release all pressure from pump and piping system. 

 

WARNING

: Risk of electric shock. Can shock, burn or kill. Disconnect power before working on pump or motor. 

 

When using factory authorized parts, no lubrication or regular maintenance is needed beyond reasonable care and 
periodic cleaning of the strainer basket. 
If shaft seal is worn or damaged, repair as follows: 
 

Pump Disassembly/Removing Old Seal 

Before disassembly, disconnect power to pump motor. Be sure gate valves on suction and return piping are closed. 
Release all pressure by opening all vents. 
1. Drain pump by removing drain plugs on bottom of pump body and trap body. 
2. Be sure there is no pressure in trap body; remove cover (unscrew by turning counterclockwise). 
3. Remove eight bolts, lock washers and flat washers holding seal plate to pump body. Pull seal plate and motor away 
from pump body. You may have to CAREFULLY use a screwdriver to separate body from seal plate. 
4. Remove two screws holding diffuser to seal plate. Remove diffuser. 
 

WARNING

: Hazardous voltage. Capacitor voltage may be hazardous. To discharge motor capacitor, hold insulated 

handle screw driver BY THE HANDLE and short capacitor terminals together. Do not touch metal screwdriver blade or 

capacitor terminals. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician. 

 

5. Remove motor end cover. Being careful not to touch capacitor terminals, loosen capacitor clamp and move 
capacitor to one side. 
6. Hold shaft with 7/16 in. open-end wrench on motor shaft flats. 
7. Unscrew impeller from shaft (turn counterclockwise when facing it). 
8. Remove four screws holding seal plate to motor. 
9. Place seal plate face down on flat surface and tap out ceramic seat. 

Summary of Contents for PPI10001SPK

Page 1: ...R S MANUAL 2 SPEED POOL PUMP Questions problems missing parts Before returning to the store call K2 Customer Service 8 a m 6 p m EST Monday Friday 1 844 242 2475 www K2pumps com Copyright 2020 GP Enterprises Co Ltd K2Man 31 Rev 12 28 20 ...

Page 2: ...of the body is held against the drain cover trapping the swimmer underwater This hazard is present when the drain cover is missing or 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 ...

Page 3: ...ested equipment may fail causing severe injury or property damage Read and follow instructions in owner s manual when installing and operating equipment Have a trained pool professional perform all pressure tests Do not connect system to a high pressure or city water system Use equipment only in a pool or spa installation Trapped air in the system can cause explosion BE SURE all air is out of the ...

Page 4: ... cover is properly installed Replace drain covers as necessary Drain covers deteriorate over time due to exposure to sunlight pool chemicals and weather Avoid getting hair limbs or body in close proximity to any suction cover pool drain or outlet Disable suction outlets or reconfigure into return inlets 16 IMPORTANT Before pressure testing make the following safety checks Check all clamps bolts li...

Page 5: ... 1 2 in Slip Half Union Kit included with the pump Only qualified licensed personnel should install pump and wiring Pump mount must Be located away from corrosive or flammable liquids Have enough ventilation to maintain air temperature at less than the maximum ambient temperature rating Max Amb listed on the motor model plate If this pump is installed in an enclosure pump house the enclosure must ...

Page 6: ...ICE Support all piping connected to pump Piping Use at least 1 1 2 in 38 mm pipe Use 2 in 51 mm pipe if possible Increase size if a long run is needed To avoid strains on the pump support both suction and discharge pipes independently Place these supports near the pump To avoid a strain left by a gap at the last connection start all piping at the pump and run pipe away from the pump To avoid air l...

Page 7: ...on outlet is completely blocked The flow through the remaining main drain s must comply with the latest ASME ANSI Specification for Suction Fittings For Use in Swimming Pools Spas Hot Tubs and Whirlpool Bathtub Applications Testing and Certification Suction outlet covers must have been tested by recognized testing laboratory and found to comply with the latest ASME ANSI Specifications for Suction ...

Page 8: ...ire required by code Connect motor ground terminal to electrical service ground Connect a No 8 AWG 8 4 sq mm solid copper bonding wire to the bonding lug provided on the motor housing and to all metal parts of the swimming pool spa or hot tub and to all electrical equipment metal piping or conduit within 5 ft 1 5 m of the inside walls of swimming pool spa or hot tub To Wire a Two Speed Motor NOTIC...

Page 9: ...otor to prevent dirt bugs etc from entering Table l Recommended Fusing Data Motor HP Branch Fuse Rating Amps Max Load Amps Voltage Hz Phase Service to Motor Distance in Ft m 0 300 0 90 AWG Wire Size mm2 1 15 5 1 230 60 1 14 2 1 1 2 15 6 6 230 60 1 Time delay fuses are recommended instead of standard fuses in any motor circuit OPERATION STORAGE WARNING Risk of explosion Before removing trap cover N...

Page 10: ...pa system Propylene glycol or RV antifreeze is non toxic and will not damage plastic system components other anti freeze formulas 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 Draining Pump Keep motor dry and covered during storage To avoid condensation corrosion pr...

Page 11: ...egular maintenance is needed beyond reasonable care and periodic cleaning of the strainer basket If shaft seal is worn or damaged repair as follows Pump Disassembly Removing Old Seal Before disassembly disconnect power to pump motor Be sure gate valves on suction and return piping are closed Release all pressure by opening all vents 1 Drain pump by removing drain plugs on bottom of pump body and t...

Page 12: ...k 4 Replace slinger on end of motor shaft so that impeller sleeve will push it into position If slinger shows signs of wear or damage replace it 5 Remount seal plate on motor Tighten bolts to 60 80 inch lbs 69 92 kg cm torque 6 Apply a small amount of liquid detergent to inside diameter of rotating half of seal 7 Slide rotating seal member polished carbon face out over impeller sleeve until rubber...

Page 13: ... is not clogged if it is clean trap and strainer Make sure impeller is not clogged follow instructions in Removing Old Seal check impeller for clogging follow instructions in Installing New Seal for reassembly Impeller and diffuser may be worn If so order replacement parts by calling customer service Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The pump may be running too slow There is an error in the...

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