Maintenance; Motor Care - Pentair BOOST-RITE Manual De Instalación / Guía Del Usuario

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MAINTENANCE

Winterizing
Drain all water from the pump and piping when
expecting freezing temperatures or when stor-
ing the pump for an extended period of time. In
mild climate areas, when temporary freezing
conditions may occur, run your filter system all
night to prevent freezing.
Note: If the air temperature drops below 32°
F (0° C), water in the pump can freeze and
cause damage. Freeze damage is not covered
under warranty.
Preventing Freeze Damage
• Shut off electrical power for the pump at
the circuit breaker.
• Open the drain plug and allow water to
drain out of the pump.
• Cap inlet piping after draining to keep water
out of the pipes.
• Cover the motor to protect it from severe
rain, snow, and ice.
• Avoid the use of plastic or other air tight
materials when storing the pump. These
materials can trap moisture and corrode
the motor during storage.

Motor Care

Protecting motor from heat damage
• Keep all enclosures well ventilated to
prevent overheating. Be sure the motor
fan is working properly and the fan guard
is not pushed against the fan.
• Install the pump in a location that provides
ample cross ventilation.
• Maximum ambient temperature for motor
operation must not exceed 122° F / 50° C.
Protecting motor against dirt
• Protect from any foreign matter, i.e. excess
dirt, plastic bags, pine straw, wasps, etc.
• Avoid storing pool chemicals near the motor.
• Avoid sweeping or stirring up dust near
the motor while in operation.
• Motors damaged by excessive water or dirt
are not covered under warranty.
Protecting motor against moisture
• Avoid splashing water (pool, lawn sprinklers,
etc.) located near the booster pump.
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• Protect from extreme weather conditions
(snow, flooding, freezing temperatures)
to avoid excess moisture and prevent
freeze damage.
• Avoid operating pump if flooded.
• Completely attach the terminal cover to
protect the wiring from moisture.
• This motor is an enclosed fan-cooled motor
and can be damaged if water enters the
motor. Motors damaged by water and/or
moisture are not covered under warranty.
Start Up after Winterizing
1. Remove any temporary weather protection
from around the system.
2. Disconnect all power sources and inspect
all electrical wiring for damage or deteriora-
tion during shut down period.
3. Follow your filter installation and user's
guide for filter system startup.
4. Open all valves in the suction and return
lines in piping system.
5. Remove any winterizing plugs in piping
system.
6. Close all drain valves and replace drain
plugs in the piping system.
7. Check all piping connections for frost
before reconnecting power sources and
restarting the pump.
Note: Frost on the outside of the pipe may
indicate a frozen line. Frozen pipes do not
allow the system to prime properly and may
result in running the pump dry and damaging
the shaft seal.
If pump fails to start after shutdown period:
Disconnect all power before servicing. Insert a flat
blade screwdriver into the center hole of the fan guard
and rotate motor shaft to free seal. Completely remove
the screwdriver before reconnect power source.