STA-RITE DURA-GLAS II P4R Series User Manual

DURA-GLAS II
TM
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
WITH INTEGRAL TRAP
O W N E R’ S M A N U A L
INSTALLATION, OPERATION & PARTS
P4R and P4RA Series MODELS
HP
3/4 P4R62D3-150 P4R6D3-150
1 P4R62E3-151 P4R6E-151L P4R6E3-151
1-1/2 P4R62F3-152 P4R6F-152L P4RA6F-151L P4R6F3-152
1-3/4 P4RAA6F-177L
2 P4R62G3-153 P4R6G-153L P4RA6G-152L P4RA6GC-150 P4R6G3-153
2-1/2 P4RAA6G-153L
3 P4R6H3-154
Sta-Rite Pool/Spa Group
293 Wright Street, Delavan, WI 53115
North America: 800-752-0183, FAX 800-582-2217
International: 414-728-5551, FAX: 414-728-4461, TELEX: ITT 4970245
Oxnard, CA • Union City, TN • Delavan, WI • Mississauga, Ont.
© 1998, Sta-Rite Industries, Inc. Printed in U.S.A. S272 (Rev. 2/12/98)
This manual should be furnished to
the end user of this pump; its use will
reduce service calls and chance of
injury and will lengthen pump life.

STA-RITE DURA-GLAS II P4R Series Specifications

General

Category	Water Pump
Horsepower	1.5 HP
Voltage	115/230V
Port Size	2 inches
Motor Type	TEFC (Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled)
Phase	Single Phase
Wet End Material	Fiberglass
Connection Size	2 inches
Model	DURA-GLAS II P4R Series

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Safety Alert Symbols and Signal Words

Explains DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE signal words used in the manual.

Pre-Pressure Testing Safety Checks

Lists essential safety checks to perform before conducting pressure tests on the system.

Installation Guidelines

Pump Mounting and Pipe Connection

Covers solid mounting, suction height, pipe length, drainage, and threaded connections.

Electrical System Requirements

Electrical Safety Warnings

Covers hazardous voltage, grounding, GFCI, and matching supply voltage.

Grounding and Bonding

Explains requirements for grounding the motor and bonding the pool structure.

Wiring Requirements

Pump Operation and Maintenance

General Operation Precautions

Warns against running dry and outlines steps before removing the trap cover.

Priming Pump Instructions

Routine Maintenance

Draining and Storage Procedures

Pump Draining Procedure

Winterizing Warnings and Procedures

Startup After Winterized Equipment

Pump Service and Repair

Pump Service Precautions

Emphasizes stopping the pump, closing valves, and releasing pressure before service.

Pump Disassembly and Seal Removal

Seal and Insert Installation

Installing the New Shaft Seal

Troubleshooting Pump Issues

Failure to Pump or Reduced Capacity

Addresses issues like suction leaks, lost prime, clogged parts, and worn impellers.

Electrical Troubleshooting

Mechanical Troubles and Noise