Hayward HCF302T Manual page 4

Limb Entrapment – A limb inserted into an opening of suction outlet sump or suction outlet cover
that is damaged, broken, cracked, missing, or not securely attached can result in mechanical bind or
swelling of the limb.
Body Suction Entrapment – A differential pressure applied to a large portion of the body or
limbs can result in an entrapment.
Evisceration/ Disembowelment – A negative pressure applied directly to the intestines
through an unprotected suction outlet sump or suction outlet cover which is damaged, broken,
cracked, missing, or unsecured can result in evisceration/ disembowelment.
Mechanical Entrapment – There is potential for jewelry, swimsuits, hair decorations, fingers,
toes, or knuckles to be caught in an opening of a suction outlet cover resulting in mechanical
entrapment.
WARNING
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When outlets are small enough to be blocked by a person, a minimum of two functioning
suction outlets per pump must be installed. Suction outlets in the same plane (i.e. floor or
wall), must be installed a minimum of three feet (3') (.91 meter) apart, as measured from near
point to near point.
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Dual suction fittings shall be placed in such locations and distances to avoid "dual blockage"
by a user.
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Dual suction fittings shall not be located on seating areas or on the backrest for such seating
areas.
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The maximum system flow rate shall not exceed the values shown in the "Pipe Sizing Chart"
found on page 12.
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Never use pool or spa if any suction outlet component is damaged, broken, cracked, missing,
or not securely attached.

Replace damaged, broken, cracked, or not securely attached suction outlet components
immediately.

In addition to two or more suction outlets per pump installed in accordance with latest APSP
standards and CPSC guidelines, follow all national, state, and local codes applicable.
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Installation of a vacuum release or vent system, which relieves entrapping suction, is
recommended.
– Hazardous Pressure. Pool and spa water circulation systems operate under
WARNING
hazardous pressure during start-up, normal operation, and after pump shut-off. Stand clear of
circulation system equipment during pump start-up. Failure to follow safety and operation
instructions could cause property damage, severe personal injury, or death. Before servicing pool
and spa water circulation system, all system and pump controls must be in off position and filter
manual air relief valve must be in open position. Before starting system pump, all system valves
must be set in a position to allow system water to return back to the pool. Do not change filter control
valve position while system pump is running. Before starting system pump, fully open filter manual
air relief valve. Do not close filter manual air relief valve until a steady stream of water (not air or air
and water mix) is discharged from the valve. All suction and discharge valves MUST be OPEN when
– To Reduce the Risk of Entrapment Hazards:
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