Pentair STA-RITE MAX-E-PRO P6RA Series Installation And User Manual

Pentair STA-RITE MAX-E-PRO P6RA Series Installation And User Manual

High efficiency pool and spa pump

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STA-RITE
MAX-E-PRO
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HIGH EFFICIENCY POOL AND SPA PUMP
SERIES P6RA, P6EA and P6E
INSTALLATION AND
USER'S GUIDE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SUPERMAX
High Performance Pump Installation and User's Guide
®

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  • Page 1 STA-RITE MAX-E-PRO ® ® HIGH EFFICIENCY POOL AND SPA PUMP SERIES P6RA, P6EA and P6E INSTALLATION AND USER’S GUIDE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SUPERMAX High Performance Pump Installation and User’s Guide ®...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CUSTOMER SERVICE / TECHNICAL SUPPORT If you have questions about ordering Pentair Aquatic Systems™ replacement parts, and pool products, please contact: Customer Service and Technical Support, USA (8 A.M. to 7:30 P.M. — Eastern Time) Phone: (800) 831-7133 Fax: (800) 284-4151 Web site Visit www.pentairpool.com or www.staritepool.com...
  • Page 3: Important Pump Warning And Safety Instructions

    • Never open the inside of the drive motor enclosure. There is a This guide provides installation and operation instructions capacitor bank that holds a 230 VAC charge even when there is no for this product. Consult Pentair with any questions regarding this power to the unit. equipment.
  • Page 4 Pentair Water Pool and Spa ® IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For Installation of Electrical Controls at Equipment Pad IMPORTANT PUMP WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (ON/OFF Switches, Timers and Automation Load Center) For Installation of Electrical Controls at Equipment Pad (ON/OFF Install all electrical controls at equipment pad, such as on/off Body Entrapment: When a portion of the body is held against the drain switches, timers, and control systems, etc.
  • Page 5 ‘P6RA’, P6EA’ ‘P6E’ and Before pressure testing, make the following safety checks: ‘P6R’ SERIES PUMP • Check all clamps, bolts, lids, and system accessories WITH TRAP before testing. To avoid unneeded service calls, prevent possible • Release all air in system before testing. injuries, and get the most out of your pump, READ THIS •...
  • Page 6: Installation

    Fire and burn hazard. Modern motors run INST ALLA TION at high temperatures. To reduce the risk of fire, do not allow leaves, debris, or foreign matter to collect around Only qualified, licensed personnel should install Max-E- the pump motor. To avoid burns when handling the Discharge Port Strainer Basket to filter...
  • Page 7: Piping

    SUCTION Piping REQUIREMENTS Use at least 2" IPS PVC (51mm) pipe. Increase size if a long run is needed. ® Pump suction is hazardous and can trap To avoid strains on the Max-E-Pro High Efficiency and drown or disembowel bathers. Do not use or Pool and Spa Pump, support both suction and operate swimming pools, spas, or hot tubs if a suction discharge pipes independently.
  • Page 8: Water Velocity

    Water Velocity Voltage/Phase Voltage at motor must be not more than 10% above or The maximum water velocity through any suction outlet below motor nameplate rated must be 1.5 feet per second unless the outlet complies voltage or motor may with the latest ASME/SNSI Specification for Suction overheat, causing overload Fittings For Use in Swimming Pools, Spas, Hot Tubs,...
  • Page 9: Wiring Single Speed, Single Voltage Motor

    BONDING 1. Turn off power. 2. Remove the motor end cover. To Wire a Single Speed, Single Voltage Motor GREEN GROUND There are two terminals labeled L1 and L2. Attach the SCREW power leads to these terminals. Either wire may attach to either terminal.
  • Page 10: Wiring Two-Speed Motor

    To Wire a Two-Speed Motor Wire the pump as shown in Figure 4C. Figure 4C - 2-Speed Motor Wiring Diagram MAX-E-PRO ® High Efficiency Pool and Spa Pump Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 11: Operation

    OPERA TION To prevent damage to the pump and filter ® NEVER run Max-E-Pro High Efficiency Pool and and for proper operation of the system, clean Spa Pump dry. Running pump dry may damage pump strainer and skimmer baskets regularly. seals, causing leakage and flooding.
  • Page 12: Draining Pump

    Pump should only be serviced by qualified personnel. thoroughly; replace trap cover. NOTICE: Tighten trap cover by hand only (no For best results, use only genuine Pentair factory parts. wrenches)! Use a rubber mallet only if necessary to Be sure to prime pump (Page 7) before starting.
  • Page 13: Pump Disassembly/Removing Old Seal

    Pump Disassembly/Removing Old Seal ® Disconnect power to Max-E-Pro High Efficiency Pool Pump Reassembly/Installing New Seal and Spa Pump motor. 1. Ceramic seat must be clean and free of dirt, grease, Be sure gate valves on suction and return piping dust, etc.
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING Electrical: 9. Pump may be running too GUIDE slowly; check voltage at motor Read and understand safety and operating terminals and at meter while instructions in this manual before doing any work pump is running. If low, see on pump! wiring instructions or consult power company.
  • Page 15: Parts Lists

    P6E, P6EA, P6RA MAX-E-PRO ® HIGH EFFICIENCY POOL AND SPA PUMP 1/2 through 3 HP Models Box A REPAIR PARTS LIST Part Part For quick disconnect pipe Description Qty. connections, purchase separately: Pkg. 188 2" Slip 1/2 Union Kit or Motor See page 12/13 Pkg.
  • Page 16 Parts are common to all models listed except as noted; Key Nos. 1(Motor), 10(Impeller), and 11(Diffuser) are listed below. Motor No. Impeller Diffuser (Key No. 1) (Key No. 10) (Key No. 11) Model No. 1 PHASE 60 HZ PUMPS 115/230 V 1- Speed P6E6C-204L AE100CHL C105-238PX...
  • Page 17 MAX-E-PRO ® High Efficiency Pool and Spa Pump Installation and User’s Guide...
  • Page 18 NOTES...
  • Page 19 NOTES...
  • Page 20 Unless expressly noted, names and brands of third parties that may be used in this document are not used to indicate an affiliation or endorsement between the owners of these names and brands and Pentair Water Pool and Spa, Inc. Those names and brands may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of those third parties.

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