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Advantage Pool Pumps Owner's Manual Installation, Operation & Parts

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INSTALLATION, OPERATION & PARTS
To prevent potential injury and to avoid unnecessary service calls, read this manual
carefully and completely.
CAUTION – We highly recommend a qualified professional install and
service this product.
WARNING – This manual contains important safety information that
must be furnished to the end user of this product. FAILURE TO READ AND
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
OWNER'S MANUAL
SAVE THlS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Toll Free: 800.636.8866 • Tel: 714.505.1166 • Fax: 714.505.1160
624 South B Street • Tustin, CA 92780
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ADVANTAGE
POOL PUMPS

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  • Page 1 ADVANTAGE POOL PUMPS OWNER’S MANUAL INSTALLATION, OPERATION & PARTS To prevent potential injury and to avoid unnecessary service calls, read this manual carefully and completely. CAUTION – We highly recommend a qualified professional install and service this product. WARNING – This manual contains important safety information that must be furnished to the end user of this product.

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    Closely supervise children at all times. CAUTION – The Advantage Above Ground Pump is intended for use on permanently installed above-ground swimming pools and may also be used with hot tubs and spas if so marked. Do NOT use with storable pools.
  • Page 3 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: The National Electrical Code (NEC) permits use of a cord with a maximum 3 ft. (1 m) length. If your pump is equipped with a cord complying with the NEC, the following three (3) items apply. WARNING –...

  • Page 4: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION Introduction This manual contains information for the proper installation and operation of the Advantage pump. The instructions in this manual MUST be followed precisely. Product Features • Heavy duty, high performance motor with integrated automatic thermal overload protector for years of operation •...
  • Page 5 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.) Plumbing To facilitate servicing of pump and to allow for indoor storage during the winter months, installing union connections at the suction and outlet ports is recommended. Use Teflon tape to seal threaded connections on molded plastic components. All plastic fittings must be new or thoroughly cleaned before use.
  • Page 6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.) Electrical (cont.) Voltage Voltage at motor MUST NOT be more than 10% above or below motor name plate rated voltage, or motor may overheat, causing overload tripping and reduced component life. If voltage is less than 90% or more than 110% of rated voltage when motor is running at full load, consult power company.

  • Page 7: Prior To Start-Up

    NEW INSTALLATION – START-UP & OPERATION Prior to Start-Up Fill strainer housing with water to suction pipe level. NEVER operate the pump without water. Water acts as a coolant and lubricant for the mechanical shaft seal. WARNING – NEVER run pump dry. Running pump dry may damage seals, causing leakage and flooding.

  • Page 8: Storing Pump For Winterization

    NEW INSTALLATION – START-UP & OPERATION (CONT.) Storage/Winterization WARNING – Explosion Hazard. Purging the system with compressed air can cause components to explode, with risk of severe injury or death to anyone nearby. Use only a low pressure (below 5 PSI), high volume blower when air purging the pump, filter, or piping.

  • Page 9: Troubleshooting

    2. Low voltage at motor or power drop (frequently caused by undersized wiring or extension cord use). 3. Mechanical binding and electrical overload. NOTE: Your Advantage Pump motor is equipped with an “automatic thermal overload protector.” The motor will automatically shut off if power supply drops before heat damage can build up causing windings to burn out.

  • Page 10: Maintenance

    • Clean strainer basket regularly. Do NOT strike basket to clean. Inspect strainer cover gasket regularly and replace as necessary • Advantage pumps have self-lubricating motor bearings and shaft seals. No lubrication is necessary • Keep motor clean. Insure air vents are free from obstruction...

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