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CHAPTER TWO
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
i WARNING This product should be installed and serviced only by a qualified professional
1. Pump Location
Do NOT install pump in a damp or non-ventilated location.
Keep motor clean. Pump motor require free circulation of air for cooling.
2. Pump Mounting
Install pump on a firm level base or pad, to meet all local and national codes. Fasten pump to base or pad with screws or
bolts to further reduce vibration and stress on pipe or hose joints. The base MUST be solid, level, rigid, and vibration free.
Pump mount must:
-Allow pump inlet height to be as close to water level as possible.
-Allow use of short, direct suction pipe (to reduce friction losses).
-Allow for gate valves in suction and discharge piping.
-Be protected from excess moisture and flooding.
-Allow adequate access for servicing pump and piping.
-Make sure suction joints are tight. Suction pipe should be as large or larger than discharge pipe.
Pipe Sizing Chart
i WARNING - Hazardous Pressure
Pumps, filters, and other equipment/components of a swimming pool filtration system operate under pressure. Incorrectly
installed and/or improperly tested filtration equipment and/or components may fail, resulting in injury and/or property damage.
3. Plumbing
Use Teflon tape to seal threaded connections on molded plastic components. All plastic fittings must be new or thoroughly
cleaned before use. NOTE - Do NOT use Plumber’s Pipe Dope as it may cause cracking of the plastic components. When
applying Teflon tape to plastic threads, wrap the entire threaded portion of the male fitting with a few layers of tape. Wind the
tape clockwise as you face the open end of the fitting, beginning at the end of the fitting. The pump suction and outlet ports
have molded-in thread stops. Do NOT attempt to force hose connector fitting past this stop. It is only necessary to tighten
fittings enough to prevent leakage. Tighten fitting by hand and then use a tool to engage fitting an additional ½ turn. Use care
when using Teflon tape as friction is reduced considerably; do NOT over-tighten fitting or you may cause damage. If leaks occur,
remove connector, clean off old Teflon tape, re-wrap with one to two additional layers of Teflon tape, and reinstall connector.
4. Fittings
Fittings restrict flow. For better efficiency, use the fewest possible fittings (but at least two suction inlets). Avoid fittings that
could cause an air trap. Pool 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).
MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED SYSTEM FLOW RATE BY PIPE SIZE
Pipe size Flow rate Pipe size Flow rate Pipe size Flow rate
[mm] GPM [Liter/Min] [mm] GPM [Liter/Min] [mm] GPM [Liter/Min]
1” 20 1½” 45 2½” 110
[32] [75] [50] [170] [75] [415]
1¼” 30 2” 80 3” 160
[40] [110] [63] [300] [90] [600]
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