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COMMERCIAL PUMPS
Owners Manual
Installation and Operation
Cast Iron Pump
Hydrostar Plus pump
This pool pump must be installed and serviced by a qualified pool/ spa technician
!
WARNING
in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances. Improper installation can
create electrical hazards which could result in death, serious injury, or property
damage. Improper installation will void the warranty.
Notice to Installer
This manual contains important information about the installation, operation and
safe use of this product. Once the product has been installed this manual must
be given to the owner/ operator of this equipment.
Hydrosteel Pump
Hydrostar MK3
www.waterco.com

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  • Page 1 COMMERCIAL PUMPS Owners Manual Installation and Operation Cast Iron Pump Hydrosteel Pump Hydrostar Plus pump Hydrostar MK3 This pool pump must be installed and serviced by a qualified pool/ spa technician WARNING in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances. Improper installation can create electrical hazards which could result in death, serious injury, or property damage.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Receive and Check Pump ---------------------------- 04 Lifting and Handling ----------------------------------- 04 a) Hydrostar Pump Procedure -------------------- 04 b) Hydrosteel Pump Procedure ------------------- 04 c) Cast Iron Pump Procedure --------------------- 04 Pump Location ---------------------------------------- 05 Piping Design and Installation ------------------------ 06 Piping Installation Guide ------------------------------ 06...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Commercial pump. Please read the instructions in this manual carefully. All Waterco equipment is designed and manufactured to give many years of safe and reliable operation. We hope that you obtain the maximum pleasure and benefit from your new pump!

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When installing and using electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed. This includes the following: READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS DANGER Do not block the pump suction; this can cause severe or fatal injury if blocked with the body.
  • Page 5 Waterco Commercial Pump I pg 03 WARNING Do not change the multiport valve position when the pump is running. 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 readily be disassembled for storage.

  • Page 6: Installation

    Cast Iron Pump Procedure The eye bolt built into the motor body is not designed to support the combined weight of the motor and pump body.

  • Page 7: Pump Location

    Waterco Commercial Pump I pg 05 For models where the wet end is made out of a composite material instead of cast iron – DO NOT place any straps under the wet end for lifting – this will cause the wet end to crack. In these scenarios –...

  • Page 8: Piping Design And Installation

    • 150mm at the inlet and 100mm at the outlet c) Hydrosteel Pump • 80mm inlet and outlet d) Cast Iron Pump •150mm at the inlet and 100mm at the outlet Piping Installation Guide a) Use only the pump barrel unions that are supplied with Hydrostar & Hydrosteel pumps.

  • Page 9: Three Phase Connections

    Waterco Commercial Pump I pg 07 Three Phase Connections Three phase connections should be installed as follows: a) Hydrostar Mk3: WYE/STAR CONNECTION for export market DELTA CONNECTION for Aus/NZ market b) Hydrostar Plus: WYE / STAR c) Hydrosteel: WYE / STAR...

  • Page 10: Electrical Installation Guide

    START-UP These pumps are designed to be used in pool recirculation systems with water at temperatures above 4°C (39.2°F) and not exceeding 40°C (104°F). Please refer to the Waterco Warranty Terms and Conditions booklet supplied with the pump. CAUTION Never run the pump without water.

  • Page 11: Start-Up Procedure

    Waterco Commercial Pump I pg 09 Start-up procedure a) Clear all piping of construction debris and verify that the piping has passed a proper pressure test. b) Check the filter and other equipment for proper installation, verifying all clamps and connections are properly installed as per the manufacturer’s instructions.

  • Page 12: Strainer Basket Cleaning

    Replace the lid by placing the lock ring and the lid on the pot. Make sure the lid O-ring is properly placed. Seat the lock ring and lid then turn clockwise until the lid is hand tight. Do not use any tools to tighten the lid. For the Cast Iron Pump, turn the lock ring clockwise until stop.

  • Page 13: Electric Motor Care

    Waterco Commercial Pump I pg 11 f) Where possible, have a qualified service technician or electrician disconnect the electrical wiring at the switch or junction box and store the pump indoors. g) When the pump is reactivated, ensure all seals and o-rings are in operational condition. If they are not, re-greasing or replacing may be necessary.

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    MOTOR AND PUMP BODY WARNING If the Waterco Limited pump is within the stated warranty period and you experience faults, always contact your supplier or the nearest Waterco Limited branch for advice. Failure to do this may void the warranty. Refer to warranty documentation supplied with the pump.

  • Page 15: Hydrostar Mk3

    Waterco Commercial Pump I pg 13 HYDROSTAR MK3 Pump performance curves Hydrostar Mk3 Performance curves Flow (lpm) 1000 1200 1400 Flow (m /hr) 0 Pump dimensional drawings...

  • Page 16: Hydrostar Plus

    HYDROSTAR PLUS Pump performance curves Hydrostar Plus Performance curves 30.00 25.00 20.00 15.00 10.00 7.5 kW 5.00 5.5 kW 0.00 Flow (lpm) 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 Flow (m /hr) 0 Pump dimensional drawings...

  • Page 17: Hydrosteel

    Waterco Commercial Pump I pg 15 HYDROSTEEL Pump performance curves Hydrosteel Pump Performance chart Flow (lpm) 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 Flow (m /hr) 0 Pump dimensional drawings...

  • Page 18: Cast Iron Pump

    CAST IRON PUMP Pump performance curves Flow (lpm) 1000 1500 2000 2500 Flow (m /hr) 0...

  • Page 19: Warranty

    Dimensions - all in mm 1017 5.5kW 1070 7.5kW 1070 11kW 1198 WARRANTY WARNING Waterco Commercial pumps are covered by a comprehensive 1 year warranty for commercial installations. Please consult the Waterco Warranty Terms & Conditions booklet included with the pump for further information.
  • Page 20 Tel: +61 8 8244 6000 Tel: +1 450 748 1421 Tel: +65 6344 2378 acT diSTriBuTiON WaTercO (NZ) LiMiTed Tel: +61 2 6280 6476 auckland, New Zealand Tel: +64 9 525 7570 Waterco Limited ABN 62 002 070 733 (W99245) 04/2016...

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Hydrosteel pumpHydrostar plus pumpHydrostar mk3

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