PUMPS
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The Pump Strainer Basket
Pump strainer basket unit is in front of the pump housing. Inside the chamber is the basket which must be
kept clean of leaves and debris at all times. View basket through the ‘See through Lid’ to inspect for leaves
and debris.
Regardless of the length of time between filter cleaning, it is most important to visually inspect
the strainer pot basket at least once a week. A dirty basket will reduce the efficiency of the
pump and also put an abnormal stress on the pump motor which could result in a costly repair
bill.
1. Turn off motor and relieve pressure in the system.
2. Turn strainer pot lid in a counter-clockwise direction until it opens and then remove the strainer pot
lid from the strainer pot.
3. Put the debris from the strainer basket into the trash and rinse out the basket. If the strainer basket is
cracked, it should be replaced.
4. Replace the strainer basket. Make sure the strainer basket is properly seated in strainer pot.
5. Fill the strainer pot and volute with water up to the inlet port.
6. Clean the strainer pot lid, O-ring, and sealing surface of the strainer pot. Then grease the O-ring with
silicone based lubricant.
7. Reinstall the strainer pot lid by placing the strainer pot lid on the strainer pot. Make sure the lid O-
ring is properly placed. Seat the strainer pot lid then turn clockwise until the handle locks. Hand
Tighten only!
8. Turn the power “ON” at the house circuit breaker. Reset the pool time clock to the correct time.
THIS PUMP OPERATES UNDER HIGH PRESSURE
When any part of the circulating system (e.g., Strainer Pot Lid, Pump, Filter, Valves, etc.) is
serviced, air can enter the system and become pressurized. Pressurized air can cause the
lid to separate which can result in server injury, death, or property damage. To avoid this
potential hazard, follow these instructions.
9. Open the manual air relief valve on top of the filter. If no manual air relief valve is present, depress
the multiport valve handle to relieve the pressure.
10. Stand clear of the system and filter.
11. Start pump.
12. Bleed air from the filter until a steady stream of water comes out. Close the manual air relief valve.
Winterizing
1. If the air temperature drops below 2°C (35° F), the water in the pump can freeze and cause damage.
F
reeze damage is not warrantable.
2. To prevent freeze damage follow the procedures listed below:
a. Shut off electrical power for the pump at the house circuit breaker.
b. Drain the water out of the pump by removing the two thumb-twist drain plugs and the O rings from
the pump housing and one from the strainer pot. Store the plugs and the O rings in the pump
basket.
c. Cover the motor to protect it from severe rain, snow and ice.
d. Do not wrap the motor in plastic. It will cause condensation and rust on the inside of the motor.
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