STA-RITE DYNA-WAVE MPRA Series, Owner'S Manual

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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. Remove trap cover and use low pressure air to blow
accumulated water from the piping system. Use a pry
bar or board to remove trap covers that have been
overtightened or have taken a set and cannot be
removed by hand. Lugs have been provided on the
trap lid to use a lever or pry bar for loosening (see
Figure 6).
3. Cap inlet piping after draining to keep water out of
the pipes.
4. To prevent pump from freezing, remove trap cover and
drain the tank body through the two drain plugs
provided.
A. Gravity drain system as far as possible.
B. Protect areas which retain water with non-toxic
propylene glycol antifreeze (“RV” antifreeze).
5. Clean pump thoroughly; replace trap cover.
Do not use a wrench, this may damage the trap
cover handle ring which can cause property damage
or personal injury.
6. Be sure motor is kept dry and covered.
Startup For Winterized Equipment
1. Remove any temporary weather protection placed
around system for shutdown.
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 on Page 7.
PUMP SERVICE
Pump should only be serviced by qualified personnel.
For best results, use only genuine Sta-Rite factory
parts.
Be sure to prime pump
(Page 7) before starting.
Before
removing trap cover:
1. STOP PUMP before
proceeding.
2. CLOSE GATE VALVES
insuction and discharge
pipes.
3.RELEASE ALL
PRESSURE from pump
and piping
system.
To avoid dangerous or
fatal electrical shock
hazard, turn OFF power to
motor before working on
pump or motor.
Aside from lubricating trap cover O-Ring, no lubrication
or regular maintenance is needed beyond reasonable
care and periodic cleaning of strainer basket.
If shaft seal is worn or damaged, repair as follows:
Hazardous voltage.
Can shock, burn,
or cause death.
Disconnect power
before working
on pump or motor.
Hazardous voltage.
Can shock, burn,
or cause death.
Disconnect power
before working
on pump or motor.