Pulsar 79214 1 HP User Manual

*359608*
BOOSTER PUMP
O W N E R ‘ S M A N U A L
INSTALLATION, OPERATION & PARTS
115/230V/60Hz/1Ph - 79214 1 HP Model
© 2010 Arch Chemicals, Inc.
1200 Lower River Road, Charleston, TN 37310
1-800-310-TECH(8324)
Pulsar® is a registered trademarks of Arch Chemicals Inc. Plasto-Joint Stik® is a registered trademark of La-Co Industries,
Inc. Teflon® is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company Corporation. Unless noted, names and
brands of others that may be used in this document are not used to indicate an affiliation or endorsement between the
proprietors of these names and brands and Pentair Water Pool and Spa, Inc. Those names and brands may be the
trademarks or registered trademarks of those parties or others.
05-26-10 359608 (Rev. A)
This manual should be given to the user of this pump.

Pulsar 79214 1 HP Specifications

General

Brand	Pulsar
Model	79214 1 HP
Category	Swimming Pool Pump
Language	English

Summary

Safety Instructions

Safety Alert Symbols and Signal Words

Explains hazard alert symbols and signal words used in the manual, including DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE.

General Safety Precautions

Provides essential safety precautions for operating the pump, including user supervision, pool type suitability, and pressure testing.

Installation Guide

Pump Mounting and Piping Requirements

Specifies requirements for stable pump mounting and provides guidance on pipe sizing, support, slope, and valve placement.

Threaded Connections and Sealing

Instructions for applying Teflon tape and warnings about over-tightening pipe connections to pump ports.

Fittings

Fittings for Efficiency and Safety

Advises using fewest fittings for efficiency and non-entrapping suction fittings for safety.

Electrical Safety

Grounding and Voltage Precautions

Emphasizes grounding, bonding, turning off power before work, and matching supply voltage to motor nameplate.

Electrical and Wiring

Voltage Limits and Grounding/Bonding

Explains voltage tolerance limits, grounding requirements, and bonding the motor to the pool structure for safety.

Wiring Single and Dual Voltage Motors

Provides instructions for wiring single-voltage motors and adjusting the plug for dual-voltage motors (230V/115V).

Operation and Maintenance

Pump Operation and Priming

Warns against running dry and explains pump priming procedures, including for flooded suction systems.

Storage and Winterizing Advice

Advises on preventing freeze damage, proper storage, and using propylene glycol for winterization.

Draining and Pump Service

Pump Draining and Winterization Startup

Instructions for draining the pump for winter, and steps for starting up winterized equipment.

Pump Service Safety and Disassembly

States service must be by qualified personnel and outlines pre-service checks and disassembly for shaft seal repair.

Shaft Seal Replacement

Seal Removal and Component Preparation

Detailed steps for removing the old shaft seal, cleaning components, and inspecting parts like the slinger.

Seal Reassembly and Pump Assembly

Guides on installing the new seal, reassembling the impeller, diffuser, seal plate, and motor with correct torque.

Troubleshooting Guide

Pump Performance Issues

Diagnoses failures to pump, reduced capacity, or discharge pressure due to suction leaks, clogs, or worn impellers.

Electrical and Mechanical Problems

Addresses electrical issues like slow operation or overheating, and mechanical noise from improper piping support or mounting.

Repair Parts List

Component Identification and Ordering

Lists all repair parts with key numbers, descriptions, part numbers, and model-specific components.

Quick Disconnect Union Kit

Details the Union Kit available for purchase for quick disconnect pipe connections.