Use and Care Manual

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INSTALLATION
PIPE SIZING CHART
NOTE: It is recommended that a minimum length of piping, equivalent to 10 pipe diameters, be used
between the pump suction inlet and any plumbing ttings.
Fasten pump to base or pad with screws or bolts to reduce vibration and stress on pipe or hose joints.
We recommend a minimum clearance around the pad of 18” to allow adequate access for servicing
pump and piping.
PUMP LOCATION
Installing union connections at the suction and outlet ports is recommended, to facilitate servicing of
pump and to allow for indoor storage during the winter months.
Use Teon tape to seal threaded connections on molded plastic components. All plastic ttings must
be new or thoroughly cleaned before use. NOTE: DO NOT use Plumber’s Pipe Dope as it may cause
cracking of the plastic components.
When applying Teon tape to plastic threads, wrap the entire threaded portion of the male tting with
one to two layers of tape. Wind the tape clockwise as you face the open end of the tting, beginning at
the end of the tting.
The pump suction and outlet ports have molded-in thread stops. DO NOT attempt to force hose
connector tting past this stop. It is only necessary to tighten ttings enough to prevent leakage.
Tighten tting by hand and then use a tool to engage tting an additional 1 ½ turns. Use care when
using Teon tape as friction is reduced considerably; DO NOT over-tighten tting or you may cause
damage. If leaks occur, remove connector, clean off old Teon tape, re-wrap with one to two additional
layers of Teon tape, and re-install connector.
PUMP MOUNTING
Install pump on a rm, level base or pad to meet all local and national codes. Fasten pump to base or
pad with screws or bolts to further reduce vibration and stress on pipe or hose joints. The base MUST be
solid, level, rigid, and vibration free.
Pump mount must:
 Allow pump inlet height to be as close to water level as possible.
 Allow use of short, direct suction pipe (to reduce friction losses).
 Allow for gate valves in suction and discharge piping.
 Be protected from excess moisture and ooding.
 Allow adequate access for servicing pump and piping.
Fittings restrict ow. For better efciency, use the fewest possible ttings (but at least two suction
outlets). Avoid ttings that could cause an air trap. Pool and spa ttings MUST conform to the
International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Ofcials (IAPMO) standards. Use a non-
entrapping suction tting in pool (multiple drains) or double suction (skimmer and main drain).