WARNING –
hazardous pressure.
Pumps, filters, and other equipment
components of a swimming pool filtration system operate under pressure. Incorrectly installed
filtration equipment and/or components may fail resulting in severe personal injury or death.
pLUmBING
The filtration system
must
supply a minimum of 8 gallons per minute (GPM) of water to the booster pump.
Do not
connect the booster pump inlet plumbing into the top of a horizontal pipe. If the booster pump is
installed below the water level of the pool, a gate valve must be installed between the booster pump and the
filtration system. The gate valve is a means to close off the water supply to the booster pump should it require
maintenance.
Fittings restrict flow. For better efficiency, use the fewest possible fittings (but at least two suction outlets).
Avoid fittings that could cause an air trap. Pool and spa fittings MUST conform to the International Association
of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) standards. Use a non-entrapping suction fitting in pool
(multiple drains) or double suction (skimmer and main drain).
pipe Sizing Chart
7
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
pipe Size
[mm]
1”
[32]
1
1
⁄
4
”
[40]
Flow Rate
GPM [LPM]
20
[75]
30
[110]
Suction Pipe
Length*
5”
6
1
⁄
4
”
pipe Size
[mm]
2”
[63]
2
1
⁄
2
”
[75]
Flow Rate
GPM [LPM]
80
[300]
110
[415]
Suction Pipe
Length*
10”
12 1/2”
mAXImUm RECOmmENDED SYSTEm FLOW RATE BY pIpE SIZE
preferred plumbing
Configuration
From Filter or Heater
To Spa
Pool Return
Ground
Level
To Booster
Pump
Polaris
Reinforced Hose
Street Ell
Horizontal
Leg
Alternative plumbing
Configuration
From Filter or Heater
To Spa
Pool Return
Ground
Level
Leave 6”
Option #2
Option #3
