To ensure proper water flow:
•
Use rigid PVC pipe with a minimum
diameter of 3/4", 1-1/2" is recommended, for
the dedicated return line. Flexible PVC piping
is not recommended as it can be damaged by
expansion and movement caused by the
surge of pump pressure. Poly pipe is not
recommended because it has clamps that
can fail.
Polaris is not responsible for
damages caused by the use of such
materials.
•
The booster pump inlet connection line
should be at least 3/4" pipe.
The Softube
®
quick connect is designed to work
with the Polaris reinforced hose
(part #P19) only.
•
Do not tap into the top of a horizontal line.
•
Use 90° street ells to minimize bends and
loops in the Polaris reinforced hose.
Recommended plumbing configurations.
Installing the Pump
1.
Mount the pump using four concrete
expansion anchors to ensure stability.
2.
Slide the quick connect retainer ring over the
Softube quick connect threads. Install quick
connects onto pump discharge and supply
ports using clear silicone as a thread sealant.
3.
Measure and cut reinforced hose ensuring
cut is clean, with no more than a 30º off
straight edge. Avoid unnecessary loops or
bends in the hose.
4.
Push the hose onto the quick connect until it
is flush against the hose barb base.
5.
Holding the hose in place,
pull and twist
the
sleeve on the quick connect over the hose as
far as possible. Snap the clip into place.
Checking Water Flow
After the system is plumbed, verify water flow to
the booster pump by turning on the filtration pump
and disconnecting the inlet supply line at the
pump. Water should flow from the line.
If there is no flow:
•
Verify that the installation is correct.
•
Install a ball valve on the return line after the
booster pump inlet.
•
Use smaller eyeball fittings in the pool return
lines or plug a return line.
Once flow is established, the pump is ready for
operation.
Horizontal
Leg
To Booster
Pump
Polaris
Reinforced
Hose
Pool Return
From Filter or Heater
To Spa
Ground
Level
Street Ell
Option #1
Pool Return
From Filter or Heater
Option #3
Option #2
To Spa
Ground Level
Leave 6"
Sleeve
Hose Barb
Retainer
Clip Ring
Threads
Hose
Preferred Configuration
Alternative Configuration
Retainer Clip
Sleeve
Hose
