Jandy ePump Series - Important Safety Instructions; Electrical Safety Precautions; Suction Entrapment Prevention

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ePump
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Series Pumps, Installation and Operation Manual
Section 1. Important Safety Instructions
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
1.1 Safety Instructions
All electrical work must be performed by a licensed electrician and conform to all national, state, and local codes.
When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product.
WARNING
RISK OF SUCTION ENTRAPMENT HAZARD, WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH. Do not block pump suction, as this can cause severe injury or death. Do not
use this pump for wading pools, shallow pools, or spas containing bottom drains, unless the pump is
connected to at least two (2) functioning suction outlets. Drain covers must be certifi ed to the latest
published edition of ANSI/ASME A112.19.8.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of property damage or injury, do not attempt to change the backwash (multiport, slide,
or full fl ow) valve position with the pump running.
WARNING
Jandy Pumps are powered by a high-voltage electric motor and must be installed by a licensed or
certifi ed electrician or a qualifi ed swimming pool service tech ni cian.
WARNING
Due to the potential risk of fi re, electric shock, or injuries to persons, Jandy
Pumps must be installed
in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC), all local electrical and safety codes, and the
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA). Copies of the NEC may be ordered from the National Fire
Protection Association, 470 Atlantic Ave., Boston, MA 02210, or from your local government inspection
agency.
WARNING
Incorrectly installed equipment may fail, causing severe injury or property damage.
WARNING
• Do not connect system to an unregulated city water system or other external source of pressurized
water producing pressures greater than 35 PSI.
• Trapped air in the system can cause the fi lter lid to be blown off, which can result in death, serious
personal injury, or property damage. Be sure all air is out of the system before operating.