Starting The Unit - Pentair Flotec GARDENJET 1500 Use And Maintenance Manual

CHAPTER 5
STARTING THE UNIT (SEE FIG. 1)
WARNING
Use the electropump for the applications listed on the nameplate.
WARNING
Do not operate the pump dry, since lack of water could cause it to overheat. In this case, the water inside
the system gets very hot, so there is a risk of scalding. Take off the plug and let the system cool down.
WARNING
Do not run the electropump with a completely closed delivery.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR A SAFE PUMP START
Avoid exposing the pump to humidity. Protect the pump from rain, making sure that there are no leaking fittings over
the pump. Avoid using the pump in wet or damp environments.
Make sure that the pump and the electric connections are protected from possible inundation.
Before using the pump, always inspect it visually (especially power cables and plugs). Do not use the pump if it is
damaged.
If the pump is damaged, have it inspected by the specialised assistance service only.
Do not transport the pump using the cable or use the cable to remove the plug from the socket. Protect the plug and
the power cables from heat, oil or sharp edges.
DANGER - ELECTRIC SHOCK RISK
The power cable must be replaced by qualified personnel only.
START-UP
Before starting the pump, fill the suction pipe (2) and the pump body (8) using the filling cap (9). Close the cap after
verifying that there are no leaks. Open the closing devices on the delivery pipe (i.e. the water cock) so that air can be
released from the suction cycle.
Insert the pump plug into a 230 V alternate current socket and press the switch.
GARDEN PUMPS PENTAIR FLOTEC are self-priming. Therefore, it is possible to start them without filling the suction
pipe with water. However, it is still necessary to fill the pump body. The priming operation requires a few minutes.
It may also be necessary to fill the pump body with water several times, according to the length and diameter of
the suction pipe. If the electropump is not used for a long period of time, it is necessary to repeat all the operations
described above before starting the pump.
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