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HAYWARD FLOW CONTROL LifeStar SERIES AQUATIC PUMP INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS TO PREVENT POTENTIAL INJURY, READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS www.haywardflowcontrol.com Hayward Flow Control 1-888-HAY-INDL (1-888-429-4635) IS3200FC Rev A 5/13/2013 Pg. 1 of 14...
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Use of PVC and CPVC products in compressible fluid applications may result in product damage, property damage, personal injury, or even death. The maximum recommended fluid velocity through any Hayward product is eight feet per second (8 ft/s). Higher fluid velocity can result in damage due to the water hammer effect.
– Never operate or test the circulation system at more than 50 PSI. WARNING – Never change the filter control valve position while the pump is running. WARNING USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS www.haywardflowcontrol.com Hayward Flow Control 1-888-HAY-INDL (1-888-429-4635) IS3200FC Rev A 5/13/2013 Pg.
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Do not use this electrical equipment. Disconnect the electrical equipment and have the problem corrected by a qualified service representative before using. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS www.haywardflowcontrol.com Hayward Flow Control...
General Information Introduction This manual contains information for the proper installation and operation of the Hayward LifeStarTM Series Aquatic Pump. The instructions in this manual MUST be followed precisely. Failure to install according to defined instructions will void warranty. Product Specifications...
Grounding and Bonding Install, ground, bond, and wire motor in accordance with local or national electrical code requirements. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS www.haywardflowcontrol.com Hayward Flow Control...
Allow no more than 50 psi (345 kPa) at a water temperature no higher than 100 F (38 C). Run pressure test for no longer than 24 hours. Immediately inspect all parts to verify they are intact and functioning properly. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS www.haywardflowcontrol.com Hayward Flow Control...
If pump does NOT prime within five minutes, stop motor and determine cause. Be sure all suction and discharge valves are open when pump is running. See Troubleshooting Guide. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS www.haywardflowcontrol.com...
Keep motor clean. Insure motor air vents are free from obstruction to avoid damage. Do NOT use water to hose off motor. Occasionally, shaft seals must be replaced, due to wear or damage. Replace with genuine Hayward seal assembly kit. See “Shaft Seal Change Instructions” in this manual. Storage/Winterization WARNING –...
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15. Fasten assembly to pump/strainer housing (item #3) using the six (6) 5/16" x 2" bolts (item #17). (Be sure housing gasket (item #14) is in place, and lubricated. Replace if damaged). Tighten bolts alternately and evenly to 185 inch- pounds according to housing bolt torque pattern detail. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS www.haywardflowcontrol.com Hayward Flow Control...
1AX3SESZ8 Diffuser Screw Diffuser O-Ring 1AX3SESB3 Diffuser 1AX3SESZ1 Impeller Screw Impeller Ring 1AX3SES05C Impeller for ½ HP with Impeller Screw USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS www.haywardflowcontrol.com Hayward Flow Control 1-888-HAY-INDL (1-888-429-4635) IS3200FC Rev A 5/13/2013 Pg. 11 of 14...
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* STA-RITE is a registered trademark of Sta-Rite Industries, Inc. and WHISPERFLO is a registered trademark of Pentair Water Pool & Spa, Inc., which are used herein for identification purposes only. These are retrofit bases for existing STA-RITE and WHISPERFLO pump installations. Sta-Rite Industries, Inc. and Pentair Water Pool & Spa, Inc. are not affiliated with Hayward Industries. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS www.haywardflowcontrol.com...
Low voltage at motor or power drop (frequently caused by undersized wiring or extension cord use). Solution: Contact qualified professional to check that the wiring gauge is heavy enough. Your Hayward pump motor is equipped with an “automatic thermal overload protector.” The motor will NOTE: automatically shut off if power supply drops before heat damage can build up causing windings to burn out.
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Motor bearings noisy from normal wear, rust, overheating, or concentration of chemicals causing seal damage which will allow water to seep into bearings wiping out the grease causing bearing to whine. Solution: All seal leaks should be repaired at once. USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS www.haywardflowcontrol.com Hayward Flow Control...
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