Waterway PD-VSC165 User Manual

POWER DEFENDER 1.65 HP VARIABLE SPEED PUMP
OWNER’S MANUAL
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS • SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Before installing this product, read and follow all warning notices and instructions accompanying this
pump. Failure to follow safety warnings and instructions can result in severe injury, death, or property damage.
ATTENTION INSTALLER: This manual contains important information about the installation, operation, and safe
use of this product. This information should be given to the owner/operator of this equipment.
NOTE: When pump is mounted permanently within 5 ft. of the inside walls of a swimming pool, you must use
No. 8 AWG or larger conductor to connect to bonding conductor lug.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely
supervised at all times.
CAUTION: For hot tubs and spas, do not install within an outer enclosure or beneath the skirt of a hot tub or spa
unless so marked.
2200 East Sturgis Road, Oxnard CA 93030 • Phone 805.981.0262 • Fax 805.981.9403
www.waterwayplastics.com • waterway@waterwayplastics.com
Designed,
Engineered &
Manufactured
in the USA.

Waterway PD-VSC165 Specifications

General

Brand	Waterway
Model	PD-VSC165
Category	Water Pump
Language	English

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WIRING

POWER DEFENDER 1.65 HP VARIABLE SPEED MOTOR WARNINGS & ASSISTANCE

PUMP STRAINER BASKET

WINTERIZING

CARE OF ELECTRIC MOTOR

PROTECT FROM HEAT

Instructions on how to protect the motor from overheating by providing shade and ventilation.

PROTECT AGAINST DIRT

Guidelines to protect the motor from dirt, splashing water, and chemicals to maintain warranty.

PROTECT AGAINST MOISTURE

Advice on protecting the motor from moisture, splashing water, and weather to prevent damage.

PUMP DISASSEMBLY

PUMP REASSEMBLY / SEAL REPLACEMENT

RESTARTING INSTRUCTIONS & PRIMING THE PUMP

TROUBLESHOOTING

FAILURE OF PUMP

Addresses issues where the pump fails to prime or doesn't draw enough water, providing remedies.

REDUCED FLOW AND/OR HEAD

Explains causes for reduced flow or head, such as air pockets or clogged impellers, and offers solutions.

WARRANTY