Balboa WOW Installation Manual page 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS,
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:
1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. WARNING-- To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times.
3. For Cord and Plug Connected Units - WARNING - Risk of Electric Shock. Connect only to a grounding type receptacle protected by a
ground-fault-circuit interrupter (GFCI). Contact a qualified electrician if you cannot verify that the receptacle is protected by a GFCI.
4. For Cord and Plug Connected Units - Do not bury cord. Locate cord to avoid lawn mowers, hedge trimmers, and other equipment.
5. For Cord and Plug Connected Units - WARNING - To reduce the risk of electric shock, replace damaged cord immediately.
6. For Cord and Plug Connected Units - WARNING - To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use extension cord to connect unit to
electric supply; provide a properly located outlet.
7. For Swimming Pool Pumps - CAUTION - This pump is for use with permanently installed pools and may also be used with hot tubs and
spas if so marked. Do not use with storable pools. A permanently installed pool is constructed in or on the ground or in a building
such that it cannot be readily disassembled for storage. A storable pool is constructed so that it may readily be disassembled for storage
and reassembled to its original integrity.
8. For Hot Tub and Spa Pumps - Do not install within an outer enclosure or beneath the skirt of a hot tub or spa unless so marked.
9. WARNING - KNOW YOUR INSTALLATION AND APPLICATION – Do not install this pump unless and until a thorough analysis
has been made to assure that the Suction Fitting(s) used comply with minimum ASME/ANSI Suction Fitting Standards. Never allow
hair or body parts to come too close to Suction Fittings.
To reduce the potential risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons:
1. All electrical wiring (both installation & repair) must be done by a licensed electrician and in accordance with local and state ordinances.
2. No modifications, additions or deletions should be made to the pump, without factory approval.
3. Before starting motor, fill tub with water to level recommended by whirlpool tub manufacturer; if not specified, fill tub to same level as
top of pump. Never run pump dry!
4. Motors have a built-in automatic reset over load protector that guards against damage from mechanical or electrical problems such as low
voltage, locked pump or similar abnormal conditions. Remember, if the timer device is still on, these motors will restart automatically - as
soon as they cool down.
5. When servicing: A. Be sure power is off. B. Motors operate at high temperature - keep hands off motor to avoid burns.
6. Always re-install safety devices after installation or servicing of pump.
7. Do not relocate pump without prior approval from the factory.
8. For pumps used on swimming pools: If the pump is installed within 5 feet of the inside walls of a swimming pool, 8 AWG or larger
conductors for grounding must be used.
1. To remove pump motor assembly disconnect electrical wires (be sure breaker is turned off) remove bolts holding pump in place and disconnect
unions.
2. Remove nut from front bolt, then remove the Volute front.
3. The Volute front will come off and expose the impeller and "O" Ring. Remove "O" Ring, then remove impeller by inserting a screwdriver in
the rear slot to prevent shaft from turning; then spin the impeller off counter-clockwise.
4. Remove seal assembly and slide off rotating seal member from impeller hub.
5. The volute back will come off the motor when the impeller is removed. Push stationary seal member out from rear of volute back.
1. Install stationary seal member - lubricate rubber cap with clean water only. Push stationary seal member into seal plate cavity seating it firmly and
squarely with finger pressure only.
NOTE: Do not use screwdriver or any tool that might damage ceramic seal member.
2. Clean impeller hub; wet impeller shaft with clean water then slide rotating seal member on hub until case is against impeller face.
3. Hold Volute back to motor.
4. Screw impeller on shaft, hand tight.
5. Insert "O" Ring.
6. Align bolt holes on volute front with those on volute back.
7. Install bolts. Be sure they are gripping the volute back and the volute front. Tighten all bolts.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
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REASSEMBLY
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