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Summary of Contents for Marathon Electric imPower
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Marathon Electric offers a full line of motors for the pool, spa and bath markets. For quick installation, long life and easy serviceability, poolside contractors prefer our pool and spa motors. Marathon designs motors for a variety of pool and spa applications: above-ground pool, in-ground pool, commercial pool, variable-speed, heat pumps and all other standard applications.
Removing the Existing Motor from Pump Single Speed Connection with Timer Two Speed Connections with Timer Automation Controller Signal Line Connection Changing Default Low Speed imPower Motor Connection Diagramm Please read the entire instruction manual before starting the installation. www.imPowerDealer.com...
Installation and service of this motor should be attempted only by SAFETY of these safety concerns. The following definitions are used as safety considerations on the imPower pool trained service technicians familiar with the Evergreen instructions SYMBOLS filter pump motor. Please read and observe all of these safety concerns.
(ECM), leveraging over 20 years of ECM technical and manufacturing experience. The motor can save up to 85% of electrical consumption due to this innovative motor design. This imPower motor is designed to replace existing fulll-rated pool filter pump motors rated at 3/4 HP 1.65 SF or up-rated motor at 1.0HP 1.25 SF.
To remove the impellor, lock the shaft by placing a wrench or a flathead screwdriver at the opening in the rear. Note: Do not reuse the seal from the existing motor when installing the imPower motor. Remove the screw holding the seal plate onto the motor.
When servicing the pool pump filter motor, always disconnect the main power from the unit. It is also good practice to confirm that the power is off with a meter. These steps as outlined below are for connection of the imPower motor to a single speed timer. Step 1: Remove the three screws holding the top control enclosure onto the motor.
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Step 11: Replace the impellor. Make sure that the impellor can spin freely in the housing. Step 12. Replace the diffuser. Step 13: Replace and tighten the bolts that retain the motor/seal plate assembly to the pump. Step 14: Prime the pump. Step 15: Reapply power to the motor.
Installation and service of this motor should be attempted only by trained service technicians familiar with the Evergreen instructions and training manual. This motor should be installed in accordance with accepted practices and installation instructions, and in compliance with all national and local codes.
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Step 10: Replace and tighten the screws to mount the seal plate onto the motor. Step 11: Put a NEW pump seal into the seal plate and onto the motor shaft. Handle and lubricate seal per manufacturer’s specifications Step 12: Replace the impellor.
It is also good practice to confirm that the power is off with a meter. These steps as outlined below are for connection of the imPower motor to an automation controller. You will need the optional low voltage cable connection kit P/N 391-200-01 (15' cord) or P/N 391-200-02 (25' cord).
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Step 10: Carefully fold the extra wires inside the terminal box and place the top control panel back on top of the terminal box. Step 11: The connection of the low voltage wires should be to the HOT Side (red and black wire on the top side of the relay).
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The user can also override the operational speed currently being set by the automation controller via the buttons on the top control panel. The override will continue until the motor is either powered off by the automation controller or a new speed is requested by the automation controller.
Changing Default Low Speed The default low speed can be selected to operate at the medium speed. Please follow all local/state regulations regarding pool motor and timer speed settings. Step 1: Turn the motor on. Please ensure that the motor is mated to a pump as well as having the pump primed.
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