For Installation of Electrical Controls at Equipment Pad (ON/OFF
Switches, Timers and Automation Load Center)
Install all electrical controls at equipment pad, such
as on/off switches, timers, and control systems,
etc. to allow the operation (startup, shut-down, or
servicing) of any pump or filter so the user does not
place any portion of his/her body over or near the
pump strainer lid, filter lid or valve closures. This
installation should allow the user enough space to
stand clear of the filter and pump during system
start-up, shut down or servicing of the system filter.
Pentair Water Pool and Spa
®
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For Installation of Electrical Controls at Equipment Pad
(ON/OFF Switches, Timers and Automation Load Center)
Install all electrical controls at equipment pad, such as on/off
switches, timers, and control systems, etc. to allow the
operation (startup, shut-down, or servicing) of any pump or
filter so the user does not place any portion of his/her body
over or near the pump strainer lid, filter lid or valve closures.
This installation should allow the user enough space to stand
clear of the filter and pump during system start-up, shut down
or servicing of the system filter.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT PUMP WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before servicing equipment, make note of the filter pressure. Be sure
that all controls are set to ensure the system cannot inadvertently start
during service. Turn off all power to the pump. IMPORTANT: Place filter
manual air relief valve in the open position and wait for all pressure in
the system to be relieved.
Before starting the system, fully open the manual air relief valve and
place all system valves in the “open” position to allow water to flow
freely from the tank and back to the tank. Stand clear of all equipment
and start the pump.
IMPORTANT: Do not close filter manual air relief valve until all pressure
has been discharged from the valve and a steady stream of water
appears. Observe filter pressure gauge and be sure it is not higher than
the pre-service condition.
HAZARDOUS PRESSURE: STAND CLEAR OF PUMP
AND FILTER DURING START UP
Circulation systems operate under high pressure.
When any part of the circulating system (i.e.
locking ring, pump, filter, valves, etc.) is serviced,
air can enter the system and become pressurized.
Pressurized air can cause the pump housing
Pentair Water Pool and Spa
®
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For Installation of Electrical Controls at Equipment Pad
(ON/OFF Switches, Timers and Automation Load Center)
Install all electrical controls at equipment pad, such as on/off
switches, timers, and control systems, etc. to allow the
operation (startup, shut-down, or servicing) of any pump or
filter so the user does not place any portion of his/her body
over or near the pump strainer lid, filter lid or valve closures.
This installation should allow the user enough space to stand
clear of the filter and pump during system start-up, shut down
or servicing of the system filter.
cover, filter lid, and valves to violently separate which can result in
severe personal injury or death. Filter tank lid and strainer cover must
be properly secured to prevent violent separation. Stand clear of all
circulation system equipment when turning on or starting up pump.
General Installation Information
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All work must be performed by a qualified service professional, and
must conform to all national, state, and local codes.
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Install to provide drainage of compartment for electrical components.
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These instructions contain information for a variety of pump models
and therefore some instructions may not apply to a specific model.
All models are intended for use in swimming pool applications. The
pump will function correctly only if it is properly sized to the specific
application and properly installed.
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Fitting a non-return valve after the pump on the installation will
prevent the impeller from unwinding and is strongly recommended.
Pumps improperly sized or installed or used in
applications other than for which the pump was
intended can result in severe personal injury or
death. These risks may include but not be limited to electric shock,
fire, flooding, suction entrapment or severe injury or property damage
caused by a structural failure of the pump or other system component.
The pump can produce high levels of suction
within the suction side of the plumbing system.
These high levels of suction can pose a risk if a
person comes within the close proximity of the suction openings. A
person can be seriously injured by this high level of vacuum or may
become trapped and drown. It is absolutely critical that the suction
plumbing be installed in accordance with the latest national and local
codes for swimming pools.
The Virginia Graeme Baker (VGB) Pool and Spa Safety Act creates new
requirements for owners and operators of commercial swimming
pools and spas.
Commercial pools or spas constructed on or after December 19,
2008, shall utilize:
(A) A multiple main drain system without isolation capability with
suction outlet covers that meet ASME/ANSI A112.19.8a Suction
Fittings for Use in Swimming Pools, Wading Pools, Spas, and Hot
Tubs and either:
(i) A safety vacuum release system (SVRS) meeting ASME/ANSI
A112.19.17 Manufactured Safety Vacuum Release systems (SVRS)
for Residential and Commercial Swimming Pool, Spa, Hot Tub,
and Wading Pool Suction Systems and/or ASTM F2387 Standard
Specification for Manufactured Safety Vacuum Release Systems
(SVRS) for Swimming pools, Spas and Hot Tubs or
(ii) A properly designed and tested suction-limiting vent system or
(iii) An automatic pump shut-off system.
Commercial pools and spas constructed prior to December 19, 2008,
with a single submerged suction outlet shall use a suction outlet
cover that meets ASME/ANSI A112.19.8a and either:
(A) A SVRS meeting ASME/ANSI A112.19.17 and/or ASTM F2387, or
(B) A properly designed and tested suction-limiting vent system, or
(C) An automatic pump shut-off system, or
(D) Disabled submerged outlets, or
(E) Suction outlets shall be re-configured into return inlets.
TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY DUE TO SUCTION
ENTRAPMENT HAZARD:
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Each suction cover must be installed at least 1 m apart, as
measured from the nearest point to nearest point.
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Regularly inspect all covers for cracks, damage and advanced
weathering.
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If a cover becomes loose, cracked, damaged, broken or is missing,
replace with an appropriate certified cover.
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Replace drain covers as necessary. Drain covers deteriorate over
time due to exposure to sunlight and weather.
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Avoid getting hair, limbs or body in close proximity to any suction
cover, pool drain or outlet.
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Disable suction outlets or reconfigure into return inlets.
A clearly labeled emergency shut-off switch for
the pump must be in an easily accessible, obvious
place. Make sure users know where it is and how
to use it in case of emergency.
Body Entrapment: When a portion of the body is held against the drain
cover trapping the swimmer underwater. This hazard is present when
the drain cover is missing, 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. This haz-
ard is present when the drain cover is missing, loose, cracked, or not
properly secured.
Mechanical Entrapment: When jewelry, swimsuit, hair decorations,
finger, toe or knuckle is caught in an opening of an outlet or drain cover.
This hazard is present when the drain cover is missing, broken, loose,
cracked, or not properly secured.
NOTE: ALL SUCTION PLUMBING MUST BE INSTALLED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE LATEST NATIONAL AND LOCAL CODES,
STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES.
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