OWNER’S MANUAL
Swimming Pool Pump
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFORE USING THE SPECK PUMP
SECTION 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When installing and using this electrical equipment,
basic safety precautions should always be followed:
READ AND FOLLOW
ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING
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To reduce the risk of injury, do not
permit children to use this equipment.
(For cord - and plug - connected units)
WARNING
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Risk of Electric Shock. Connect only
to a grounding type receptacle protected by a
ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI). Contact a
qualified electrician if you cannot verify that the
receptacle is protected by a GFCI.
(For cord - and plug - connected units)
WARNING
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Do not bury cord. Locate cord to
minimize abuse from lawn mowers, hedge trimmers,
and other equipment.
(For cord - and plug - connected units)
WARNING
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To reduce the risk of electric shock,
replace damaged cord immediately.
(For cord - and plug - connected units)
WARNING
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To reduce the risk of electric shock, do
not use extension cord to connect unit to electric supply;
provide a properly located outlet.
(For swimming pool pumps with a minimum 25-foot
(7.6-m) cord)
NOTE:
All wiring should be done by a qualified electrician in accordance with the National Electrical Code and all Local Codes.
NOTE:
Before installation, inspect all equipment, plumbing and wiring for damage that may have occurred during shipment.
The shipping container has been specifically designed to prevent damage, however, any indications of damage should be
carefully noted on the delivery ticket and a claim needs to be filed with the carrier.
All pumps are water tested on a test stand to ensure that they meet specification.
CAUTION
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This pump is for use with storable pools
only. Do not use with permanently installed pools. A
storable pool is constructed so that it may be readily
disassembled for storage and reassembled to its
original integrity. A permanently installed pool is
constructed in or on the ground or in a building such
that it cannot be readily disassembled for storage.
(For swimming pool pumps with or without a
maximum 3 foot (0.91 -m) cord)
CAUTION
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This pump is for use with permanently
installed 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 may be readily disassembled for
storage and reassembled to its original integrity.
TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
connect ground wires to grounding screw located in the
motor. Use no smaller than a #1 2 AWG (3.3mm2) wire.
TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
a bonding connector is provided for bonding to metal
water pipes, metal rails, or other metal within 5 feet of
the swimming pool. All local points should be bonded
with a #8 AWG (8.4mm2) wire.
NOTE:
To installer and/or operator of the Speck
Swimming Pool Pump; the manufacturer’s warranty will
be void if the pump is improperly installed and/or operated.
READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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SECTION 2 WINTERIZING
In areas subject to freezing winter temperatures,
protect by removing drain plugs. Do not replace plug.
Store plug in strainer basket for winter.
An alternative is to remove the pump and motor from
plumbing and store indoors in a warm and dry location.
