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2. Pump Installation
Caution
You should make sure that the pump and terminal connections are
protected from moisture and possible flood damage.
Installation of the pumps is only authorized in swimming pools that comply with
current regulations.The pumps are usually installed between the skimmer and
the pool filter. They must be positioned as close as possible to the water level
to minimize the suction distance and reduce head losses.
It is recommended not to install the pump more than 3 metres above the water
level. Independently of the height of the pump above the water and the
capacity of the chosen model, priming can take several minutes.
The pump must be mounted on a firm base and be installed with the shaft in
the horizontal position with the pre-filter cover on top. Make sure that the
transparent cover is accessible so that it can be removed with the filtering
basket for cleaning. Pumps must be installed in a dry, well-ventilated area and
sheltered from the rain.
3. Pipe Installation
If plastic pipes are used, they must be sealed using PTFE tape.
The diameter of the delivery and suction pipes must be greater than or equal to
that of the pump inlet and outet ports. Try to limit head losses by minimizing the
length of the suction pipe and avoiding having bends and twisty pipe routings
where possible. Unions must be new and perfectly clean to guarantee absolute
tightness. The delivery and suction pipes must not under any circumstances
induce mechanical loads on the pump. It is recommended to install suction and
delivery valves in order to isolate the pump.
4. Electrical Installation
The user should make sure the effectiveness of protective earthing of the
building installation is carried out. In such a case, a qualified electrician should
inspect the building installation.
It is obligatory for the pump electrical power supply to have a residual current
device ( CD) having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30mA.
The power cable must comply with type H07 N-F, 3 x 1mm2.
Single-phase pump motors have a built-in thermal protection device.
Never work on a pump without first checking that the electrical power is
switched off.
Caution
The pump must be located usually 2 metres away from the pool and the
power supply connection for the pump must be located usually 3.5m way
from the pool according to the requirement stated in International
Standard: Electrical installations of buildings - Part 7: Requirement for
special installations or locations - Swimming pools and other basins
(IEC60364-7-702)
In spite of the earthing terminal, the swimming pool pump must have its
equipotentiality terminal connected to the electric wiring before it is put in to
use. This terminal is marked with the symbol below. If you have any doubt
please contact your electrician.
The pump is to be supplied by an isolating transformer or supplied through a
residual current device ( CD) having a rated residual operating current not
exceeding 30mA. The electrical installation should comply with the national
wiring regulations. If the supply lead is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or fully qualified electrician in order to avoid a
hazard.
There must be an all-pole disconnection switch directly connected to the supply
terminals and should have a contact separation in all poles.
If you have any doubt please contact your electrician.
Please seek professional advice for installing the swimming pool pump.
