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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This guide provides installation and operation instructions
for this pump. Consult Pentair with any questions regarding
this equipment.
Attention Installer: This guide contains important information about the
installation, operation and safe use of this product. This information should
be given to the owner and/or operator of this equipment after installation
or left on or near the pump.
Attention User: This manual contains important information that will help
you in operating and maintaining this product. Please retain it for future
reference.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this
symbol on your system or in this manual, look for
one of the following signal words and be alert to
the potential for personal injury.
Warns about hazards that can cause death,
serious personal injury, or major property damage
if ignored.
Warns about hazards that may cause death,
serious personal injury, or major property damage
if ignored.
Warns about hazards that may or can cause minor
personal injury or property damage
if ignored.
NOTE
Indicates special instructions not related to
hazards.
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this manual and on
equipment. Keep safety labels in good condition; replace if missing
or damaged.
When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety
precautions should always be followed, include the following:
Do not permit children to use this product.
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. The pump must
only be connected to sockets that have been installed
properly in accordance with the regulations and are protected with a FI-
safety switch (Residual-current device - RCD, 30mA).
This unit must be connected only to a supply circuit
that is protected by a ground-fault circuit-interrupter
(RCD). Such an RCD should be provided by the installer and should
be tested on a routine basis. To test the RCD, push the test button.
The RCD should interrupt power. Push the reset button. Power should
be restored. If the RCD fails to operate in this manner, the RCD is
defective. If the RCD interrupts power to the pump without the test button
being pushed, a ground current is flowing, indicating the possibility of an
electric shock. Do not use this pump. Disconnect the pump and have the
problem corrected by a qualified service representative before using.
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This pump is for use with permanent swimming
pools and may also be used with hot tubs and spas if
so marked. Do not use with storable pools. A permanently-installed pool
is constructed in or on the ground or in a building such that it cannot be
readily disassembled for storage. A storable pool is constructed so that
it is capable of being readily disassembled for storage and reassembled
to its original integrity.
General Warnings
• Never open the inside of the drive motor enclosure. There is a
capacitor bank that holds a 230 VAC charge even when there is no
power to the unit.
• The pump is not submersible.
• The pump is capable of high flow rates; use caution when installing
and programming to limit pumps performance potential with old or
questionable equipment.
• Code requirements for electrical connection differ from country to
country, state to state, as well as local municipalities. Install equipment
in accordance with IEC 60364 (Low-voltage electrical installations),
IEC 60364-7-702 (Requirements for special installations or locations
- Swimming pools and other basins) and all applicable local codes
and ordinances.
• Before servicing the pump; switch OFF power to the pump by
disconnecting the main circuit to the pump.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) of
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.
• Children should not be allowed to play with the appliance.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND
WARNINGS CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY
INJURY OR DEATH. THIS PUMP SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND
SERVICED ONLY BY A QUALIFIED POOL SERVICE PROFESSIONAL.
INSTALLERS, POOL OPERATORS AND OWNERS MUST READ
THESE WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THE OWNER'S
MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS PUMP. THESE WARNINGS AND
THE OWNER'S MANUAL MUST BE LEFT WITH THE POOL OWNER.
SUCTION ENTRAPMENT HAZARD: STAY OFF
THE MAIN DRAIN AND AWAY FROM ALL SUCTION
OUTLETS!
THIS PUMP PRODUCES HIGH LEVELS OF SUCTION AND CREATES
A STRONG VACUUM AT THE MAIN DRAIN AT THE BOTTOM OF THE
BODY OF WATER. THIS SUCTION IS SO STRONG THAT IT CAN TRAP
ADULTS OR CHILDREN UNDER WATER IF THEY COME IN CLOSE
PROXIMITY TO A DRAIN OR A LOOSE OR BROKEN DRAIN COVER
OR GRATE.
THE USE OF UNAPPROVED COVERS OR ALLOWING USE OF
THE POOL OR SPA WHEN COVERS ARE MISSING, CRACKED OR
BROKEN CAN RESULT IN BODY OR LIMB ENTRAPMENT, HAIR
ENTANGLEMENT, BODY ENTRAPMENT, EVISCERATION AND/OR
DEATH.