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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 (Figure 3) for 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. See Figure 3.
Suction outlet Covers
All suction outlet covers (not included) must be
maintained. They must be replaced if cracked,
broken, or missing.
See Testing and Certification for outlet cover
certification requirements.
All suction outlets must have correctly installed,
screw-fastened covers in place.
3
IAPMO certified
anti-entrapment
cover or suction fitting,
screw-fastened to
main drain sump
Suction outlet
(main drain)
Hazardous Suction.
Can trap hair or body,
causing severe injury
or death.
• Do not block suction.
• Keep small children
under close adult
supervision at all times.
4078 1001 IG
Minimum of
No valves between
Tee and main drains
Valves can be
used between
pump and Tee
3 ft.
IAPMO certified
cover or suction fitting,
screw-fastened to
main drain sump
12
anti-entrapment
Suction outlet
(main drain)
Pump
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