Section 3: Maintenance; Pump Strainer Basket; Cleaning The Pump Strainer Basket - Pentair Pool Products SuperFlo Installation And User Manual

This section describes how to maintain the SuperFlo
The Pump Strainer Basket
This unit, sometimes referred to as the 'Hair and Lint Pot', is the unit in front of the volute. Inside the chamber
is the basket which must be kept clean of leaves and debris at all times. View basket through the 'See Through
Lid' to inspect for leaves and debris.
Regardless of the length of time between filter cleaning, it is most important to visually inspect the hair and lint
pot basket at least once a week. A clogged basket reduces the efficiency of the filter and heater and puts added
stress on the pump motor.

Cleaning the Pump Strainer Basket

WARNING — DO NOT open the strainer pot if pump fails to prime or if pump has been operating without water in
the strainer pot. Pumps operated in these circumstances may experience a build up of vapor pressure
and may contain scalding hot water. Opening the pump may cause serious personal injury. In order
to avoid the possibility of personal injury, make sure the suction and discharge valves are open and
strainer pot temperature is cool to touch, then open with extreme caution.
CAUTION — To prevent damage to the pump and filter and for proper operation of the system, clean pump strainer
and skimmer baskets regularly.
1. Turn off motor.
2. Relieve pressure in the system.
3. Turn the clamp and lid in a counter-clockwise direction until it stops.
4. Turn the clamp and lid set to remove the clamp and lid.
5. Put the debris from the basket into the trash and rinse the basket. Replace the basket if cracked.
6. Replace the basket. Be sure to align the slot in the basket with the rib in the volute, see
7. Fill the pump pot and volute up to the inlet port with water.
8. Clean the cover, cover O-ring, and sealing surface of the pump pot. Grease the O-ring with a silicone
based lubricant.
SURE TO ALIGN SLOT
INSTALLED, BASKET
WILL DROP INTO PLACE.
WHEN INSTALLING
BASKET, MAKE
IN BASKET WITH
RIB IN VOLUTE.
WHEN PROPERLY
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Section 3
Maintenance
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