Warranty

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NOTICE: Pump suction and discharge connections
have molded in thread stops. DO NOT try to screw pipe
in beyond these stops.
Teflon Taping Instructions:
Use only new or clean PVC pipe fittings.
Wrap male pipe threads with one to two layers of Teflon
tape. Cover entire threaded portion of pipe.
Do not overtighten or tighten past thread stop in pump
port!
If leaks occur, remove pipe, clean off old tape, rewrap
with one to two additional layers of tape and remake the
connection.
NOTICE: Support all piping connected with pump!
Piping:
Use at least 1-1/2" IPS PVC pipe with 5" (127mm) trap.
Use at least 2" pipe with 6" (152mm) trap. Increase size
if a long run is needed.
To avoid strains on the pump, support both suction and
discharge pipes independently. Place these supports
near the pump.
To avoid a strain left by a gap at the last connection,
start all piping at the pump and run pipe away from the
pump.
Never use a suction pipe smaller than pump suction
connection. To avoid
airlocking, slope suction pipe slightly upward toward the
pump.
NOTICE: To prevent flooding when removing pump for
service, all flooded suction systems must have gate
valves in suction and discharge pipes.
Fittings:
Fittings restrict flow; for best efficiency use fewest
possible fittings.
Avoid fittings which could cause an air trap.
Pool fittings must conform to International Association
of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO)
standards.
To reduce risk of suction entrapment, do not exceed the
rated flow rate of the suction fittings.
POOL PUMP SUCTION
REQUIREMENTS
Pump suction is hazardous and can trap
and drown or disembowel bathers. Do not use or
operate swimming pools, spas, or hot tubs if a suction
outlet cover is missing, broken, or loose. Follow the
guidelines below for a pump installation which minimizes
risk to users of pools, spas, and hot tubs.
Entrapment Protection
The pump suction system must provide protection
against the hazard of suction entrapment or hair
entrapment/entanglement.
Suction Outlet Covers
All suction outlet covers must be maintained. They must
be replaced if cracked, broken, or missing.
See below for outlet cover certification requirements.
At Least
3 Feet
Suction Outlet
(Main Drain)
Suction Outlet
(Main Drain)
IAPMO Certified
Anti-entrapment
Cover or Suction Fitting,
screw-fastened to
Main Drain Sump
IAPMO Certified
Anti-entrapment
Cover or Suction Fitting,
screw-fastened to
Main Drain Sump
Pump
Valves OK between
pump and Tee
No valves between
Tee and Main Drains
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Figure 2 – Recommended pump suction layout.