M SERIES M150 | M175 | M250 POOL & SPA PUMP INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
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OPERATION
STARTING THE PUMP
To operate efficiently and to prevent damage to the pump there must be a free flow of water to
and from the pump. Before starting ensure that:
•
All pipe work is correctly sealed.
•
The pool/spa water level is at the correct height.
•
That all appropriate valves are open and there is nothing preventing the flow of water
through
the system.
1.
First prime the pump by removing the strainer basket lid and filling the strainer basket area
with water. Replace the lid, ensuring that it seals on the large o-ring.
2.
Connect to the power supply and switch on.
3.
Allow the pump to run, so that any air trapped in the pipe work and pump may be expelled.
4.
If prime is not established within approximately two minutes, as evidenced by a strong flow of
water from the outlet, switch off the pump for 10 secs and repeat the procedure. Continued
evidence of air under the hair and lint pot lid indicates an air leak in the suction piping work,
which should be rectified to avoid pump damage.
5.
If water flow through the pump is continuously tedious to obtain at start-up after cleaning the
lint basket, then an examination of the system to establish a reason and correct the cause.
(ie. Check valve, air leaks, faulty seal/s, crack lid.
PUMP OPERATION
For optimum pump performance, the strainer basket housing should always be full of water and
free from air bubbles. The water level of the pool should always be maintained to at least
halfway up the skimmer box ensuring water is in the pump at all times. From time to time it
may be necessary to re-prime the pump. This should be carried out as described above.
LIMITS
Water temperature Max 45°C
Ambient Temperature Max 55°C
DBa @ 1 meter 62
WATER QUALITY
Maintaining balanced water chemistry is important to the life of your pool pump.
This pump is designed to be used with Pool & Spa water, balanced in accordance with Langlier
Saturation Index, with a pH level of between 7.2 and 7.8 and is regularly treated with a chlorine
sanitizing agent with the level not exceeding recommended chlorine levels.
Please consult your local pool shop regularly to have your water tested.
