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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Draining the Pump
Risk of electric shock. Can shock, burn or
kill. Disconnect power before working on
pump or motor.
1. Pump down water level below all inlets to the
pool.
Risk of electric shock. Can shock, burn or
kill. To avoid dangerous or fatal electrical
shock hazard, turn OFF power to motor
before draining pump.
2. Remove trap cover (L) (Figure 9) and use low
pressure air to blow accumulated water from
piping. Never use high pressure air to purge
system.
3. Cap inlet piping after draining to keep water out
of the pipes.
4. To prevent pump from freezing, remove trap
cover (L) and drain the tank body through the
two drain plugs (O). See Figure 10. Clean
pump thoroughly; replace trap cover.
NOTICE: Tighten trap cover by hand only – do
not use wrenches or any other tools. If pump
mount is not anchored, use caution to avoid
breaking attached piping.
5. Be sure motor is kept dry and covered.
Winterized Equipment Startup
1. Remove any temporary weather protection
placed around system for shutdown.
2. Follow lter manufacturer’s instructions for
reactivation of the lter.
3. Inspect all electrical wiring for damage or
deterioration over the shutdown period. Have a
qualied serviceman repair wiring as needed.
4. Inspect and tighten all watertight connections.
5. Open all valves in suction and return piping.
6. Remove any winterizing plugs in piping system.
7. Drain all antifreeze from system.
8. Close all drain valves and replace all drain
plugs in piping system.
9. Prime pump according to instructions in
Priming the Pump.
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