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Waterway SMF-115 User Manual

Waterway SMF-115
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SMF 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
810-0226.0315
©2015 Waterway Plastics
Designed,
Engineered &
Manufactured
in the USA.
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Waterway SMF-115 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelSMF-115
CategoryWater Pump
Horsepower1.5 HP
Max Head115 ft
Speed3450 RPM
Discharge1.5 inches
Outlet Size1.5 inches
PhaseSingle Phase

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Installation Warning

Warning about following all notices and instructions for installation to prevent severe injury, death, or property damage.

Installer Information

Manual contains important installation, operation, and safe use info for the owner/operator.

Bonding Conductor Note

When pump is within 5 ft. of pool walls, use No. 8 AWG or larger conductor for bonding.

Child Safety Warning

Warning to reduce injury risk by supervising children closely when using the product.

Hot Tub Installation Caution

Caution against installing in an outer enclosure or beneath a hot tub/spa skirt unless marked.

Wiring

Electrical Safety Warning

Warning of electrical shock/electrocution risk; installation by licensed electrician per codes.

Wiring Installation Notes

Note on closing lines before opening pot and re-opening valves before operating when installed below water level.

Pump Strainer Basket

Strainer Pot Operation Warning

Warning not to open strainer pot if pump fails to prime or runs dry, to avoid vapor pressure and scalding.

Regular Basket Cleaning Caution

Caution to clean pump strainer and skimmer baskets regularly for proper operation and to prevent damage.

High Pressure System Warning

Warning about high pressure and potential for lid blow-off causing severe injury if system is serviced improperly.

Winterizing

Motor Protection During Storage

Note against wrapping motor in plastic for storage to prevent condensation and rust.

Care of Electric Motor

Motor Protection from Heat

Instructions for protecting the motor from heat, including shading and ventilation.

Motor Protection from Dirt

Instructions for protecting the motor from foreign matter, splashing water, and dust.

Motor Protection from Moisture

Instructions for protecting the motor from splashing pool water, weather, and lawn sprinklers.

Pump Disassembly

Seal Face Handling Caution

Caution to avoid scratching polished seal faces to prevent leaks.

Pump Reassembly / Seal Replacement

Seal Lapped Faces Caution

Caution that polished and lapped seal faces can be damaged if not handled with care.

SMF Pump Replacement Parts

Restarting Instructions & Priming the Pump

Dry Run Warning

Caution not to run the pump dry as it will damage the mechanical seal and cause leaks.

Troubleshooting

Failure of Pump - No Prime

Remedies for pump not priming, including checking suction piping, lid seal, and water level.

Failure of Pump - Not Enough Water

Remedies for pump not priming due to insufficient water, checking lines, valves, and water level.

Reduced Flow and/or Head

Diagnosing and fixing reduced flow due to air pockets, leaks, clogged impeller, or clogged strainer.

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