Section 4
Start / Operation
Starting the pump
Fill pump strainer with water to suction pipe level.
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Lubricate the lid O-ring with silicone each time it is removed.
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Energize the motor, the pump will prime. The priming time depends on the suction lift
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and distance from the pool. Five minutes is a reasonable time.
Pump will not lift more than 2,5 meter (7 ft.). If pump does not prime, see troubleshooting
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guide.
Maintenance
The strainer basket should be daily removed and cleaned. Never operate the pump without its
strainer basket.
Component
Check
Interval
Remarks
Warning pictograms
Visual check
Monthly
Replace if necessary
Water supply
Check lines and
connections
Monthly
Repair any damage
immediately
Safety devices
Visual check
Monthly
Ensure correct
installation / refitting
General condition
corrosion
Visual check
Half-yearly
Look out for any of pumps
or damage
Cooling ribs of electric
motors
Clean the cooling ribs to
maintain the cooling effect
Half-yearly
Electrical equipment
Check
Monthly
Rectify loose connections
or cables immediately.
Have all faults repaired by
a qualified electrician
Preliminary filter housing
Check housing for dirt
Weekly
Remove all dirt thoroughly
O-Ring in preliminary filter
cover
Visual check
Half-yearly
Winterizing
Protect the pump from freezing.
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Remove all plugs and drain the pump and all piping.
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Store drains and plugs in the strainer basket.
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Remove the pump to a dry and warm room.
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Do not wrap the motor with plastic covering as condensation may damage the pump.
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In installations where the pump cannot be drained, a 40% propylene glycol, 60% water solution
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will protect to -46°C.
Do not use other anti-freeze solutions, these are all highly toxic and will damage the pump.
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Section 5
Electrical connection
The electrical motor must be wired by a professional according to this installation instruction
and all applicable local regulations. The professional installer should foresee that the motor has
sufficient motor protection. All electrical data should be utilized from the motor nameplat.
The supply voltage should be within ± 5% of the design voltage, specified on the nameplate of the
motor.
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