Astralpool CTX Series Installation And Operation Manual page 9

AstralPool CTX, XP, XF and E Series Pumps | Installation and Operation Manual
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4.1.1 Plumbing Guidelines
Using the correct pipe size (pipe diameter) is important
for the efficiency and effectiveness of the entire system.
Pump model and distance to water (pipe length) are used to
calculate the recommended minimum pipe diameters below
(see Table 2). The number of suction fittings and pump
height relative to the water should also be considered.
NOTE If more than 10 suction fittings are needed, the pipe diameter
must be increased to the next larger size.
Pump
Model ≤30m from
Body of Water
CTX 280 50 mm
CTX 360 50 mm
CTX 400 50 mm
CTX 500 50 mm
XF 140 40 mm
XF 250 40 mm
XF 520 50 mm
XP 1.5 50 mm
XP 2.0 50 mm
XP 3.0 50 mm
E 140 40 mm
E 170 40 mm
E 230 40 mm
Table 2. Minimum Pipe Diameters
1. Use the fewest number of fittings possible to maximize
plumbing flow efficiency. Use sweep elbows for 90
degree joints wherever possible (see Figure 8).
GOOD
(Minimum Length = 5x Pipe Diameter)
BEST
(Sweep Elbows for Maximum E ciency)
Figure 8. Proper Installation Examples
2. Always use properly sized valves. Jandy
Valves and Ball Valves offer superior flow capabilities.
Pump
Next Minimum
>30m from
Size Larger
Body of Water
65 mm 80 mm
65 mm 80 mm
65 mm 80 mm
65 mm 80 mm
50 mm 65 mm
50 mm 65 mm
65 mm 80 mm
65 mm 80 mm
65 mm 80 mm
65 mm 80 mm
50 mm 65 mm
50 mm 65 mm
50 mm 65 mm
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3. Unions on both the suction and discharge ports simplify
installation and service while minimizing leaks at
threaded adapters.
4. Piping must be well supported and not forced together
where it will experience constant stress.
5. To ensure easy priming of the pump, avoid creating
air locks in the plumbing (looks like an inverted "U"
shape). Below are examples of good and bad plumbing
practices (see Figure 9).
BAD
(Air Locks Created)
BAD
(90° Elbows Too Close to Pump)
Figure 9. Incorrect Installation Examples
6. Every new installation must be pressure tested
according to local codes.
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