Doheny's 6579 - Wiring, Grounding, and Bonding; Voltage and GFCI; Start-Up and Operation; Pre-Start Procedures

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or shorted. Reference NEC codes for all wiring
standards including, but not limited to,
grounding, bonding and general wiring
procedures. Use a solid copper conductor, size
8 or larger. Run wire from external bonding lug to
reinforcing rod or mesh. Connect a No. 8 AWG (8.4
mm2) solid copper bonding wire to the pressure
wire connector provided on the motor housing and
to all metal parts of swimming pool, spa, or hot tub,
 andtoallelectricalequipment,metalpiping(except
gas piping), and conduit within 5 feet (1.5 m) of
inside walls of swimming pool, spa, or hot tub.
▲WARNING All Wiring Must be Done by a Licensed
Electrician.
8. Wiring: Pump MUST be permanently connected
to circuit. If other lights or appliances are also on
the same circuit, be sure to add their amp loads
before calculating wire and circuit breaker sizes. Use
the load circuit breaker as the Master On-Off switch.
Install a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
in circuit; it will sense a short-circuit to ground and
disconnect power before it becomes dangerous
 to pool users. For size of GFCI required and test
procedures for GFCI, see manufacturer’s instructions.
In case of a power outage, check GFCI for tripping,
which will prevent normal pump operation. Reset if
necessary. NOTE: If you do not use conduit when
wiring motor, be sure to seal wire opening on end of
motor to prevent dirt & bugs from entering.
CHAPTER 4: START-UP & OPERATION
PRIOR TO START-UP
NOTICE: If it is necessary to perform a pressure
test prior to initial use to ensure pump is functioning
properly, then the following criteria should be
maintained for this test:
1. Have a professional perform this test.
2. Ensure all pump and system components are
sealed properly to prevent leaks.
3. Remove any trapped air in the system by fully
 openingltermanualairreliefvalveuntilasteady
stream of water is discharged.
4. Allow no more than 40 psi (276 kPa) at a water
temperature no higher than 100ºF (38ºC).
5. Run pressure test for no longer than 24 hours.
Immediately inspect all parts to verify they are
intact and functioning properly. Fill strainer housing
with water to suction pipe level. NEVER OPERATE
THE PUMP WITHOUT WATER. Water acts as a
coolant and lubricant for the mechanical shaft seal.
▲WARNING If pump is being pressure tested (40
psi MAXIMUM), be sure pressure has been
 released, using the lter manual air relief valve,
before removing strainer cover.
▲CAUTION NEVER run pump dry. Running pump
 drymaydamageseals,causingleakage,ooding,
and voids warranty. Fill strainer housing with water
before starting motor.
6. Do NOT add chemicals to pool/spa system directly
in front of pump suction. Adding undiluted chemicals
may damage pump and voids warranty.
7. Before removing strainer cover:
1. STOP PUMP before proceeding.
2. CLOSE VALVES in suction and outlet pipes.
3. RELEASE ALL PRESSURE from pump and
   pipingsystemusingltermanualairreliefvalve.
   Seelterowner’smanualformoredetail.
PRIMING PUMP
▲CAUTIONAllsuctionanddischargevalvesMUST
 beOPEN,aswellaslterairreliefvalve(ifavailable)
 onlter,whenstartingthecirculatingpumpsystem.
Failure to do so could result in severe personal injury.
1. Releaseallpressurefromlter,pump,andpiping
system. See lter owner’s manual.
2. If water source is higher than the pump, pump will
prime itself when suction and outlet valves are
opened. If water source is lower than the pump,
 unscrew and remove strainer cover, ll strainer
housing with water.
3. Clean and lubricate strainer cover O-ring each time
it is removed. Inspect O-ring and re-install on
strainer cover.
4. Replace strainer cover on strainer housing, turn
clockwise to tighten cover.
NOTE: Tighten strainer cover by hand only (no
wrenches).
▲CAUTION Turn on power and wait for pump to
 prime,whichmaytakeuptoveminutes.Priming
time will depend on vertical length of suction lift and
horizontal length of suction pipe. If pump does NOT
 primewithinveminutes,stopmotoranddetermine
cause. Be sure all suction and discharge valves
are open when pump is running. See Trouble-
 shootingGuide.Waitvesecondsbeforere-starting
pump. Failure to do so may cause reverse rotation
 of motor and consequent serious pump damage.
Closeltermanualairreliefvalveafterpumpisprimed.