Electrical - Advantage Manufacturing
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1. 3 If you have a timer be certain it is working properly Bypass it if necessary Motor Shuts OFF Check For 1 Undersized wiring loose connections etc 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 The thermal overload protector will allow the motor to automatically restart once the motor has cooled provided the power source is again up to proper levels It will continue to cut On Off until the problem is corrected Be sure to correct cause of overheating Motor Hums But Does NOT Start Check For 1 Centrifugal switch stuck in OPEN position 2 Binding of motor shaft Pump Won t Prime Make sure pump strainer housing is filled with water and the cover O ring is clean also be sure it is properly seated in the cover O ring groove Make sure strainer cover is locked firmly in position and lubricated with Jack s 327 2 Make sure all suction and discharge valves are fully open and not blocked that pool water level is at proper level and that skimmer wire is not hung up or binded on skimmer wall _ Oo Block off to determine if pump will develop a vacuum You should have 5 6 o2. 3 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 e Heavy duty high performance motor with integrated automatic thermal overload protector for years of operation e Durable corrosion proof housing for years of dependable service and all weather performance e Heat resistant double sized seal for long lasting efficiency e Integral drain plug for easy winterization of pump INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Pump Location For best pump performance locate the system below the pool water line Install pump on a firm level base or pad to meet all local and national codes The field supplied base or pad must be level and vibration free Though the pump is designed for outdoor use it is strongly advised to protect the electrical components from the weather Select a well drained area one that will not flood when it rains Pump Mounting Fasten pump to base or pad with screws or bolts to further reduce vibration and stress on pipe or hose joints NOTE Allow adequate access for servicing pump and piping 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 mold
3. drowning is possible when body parts or hair come in contact with damaged broken cracked missing or unsecured drain covers and suction outlets Suction from pumps with only one drain or suction outlet can cause disembowelment entrapment or drowning Pumps for pools and spas require two 2 functioning suction outlets at least three 3 feet apart on two 2 walls or on the floor and one 1 wall of the pool or spa Installation of pump and suction outlets must be in compliance with all applicable local building codes Replace damaged broken cracked missing or unsecured drain covers and suction outlets immediately A N WARNING Hazardous Pressure Pumps filters and other equipment components of a swimming pool filtration system operate under pressure Incorrectly installed and or improperly tested filtration equipment and or components may fail resulting in injury and or property damage A qualified pool professional MUST conduct all pressure tests This product is intended for above ground on ground swimming pool applications only Do NOT connect to a high pressure system such as a municipal water main To prevent explosion caused by entrapped air in the filtration system use provided air relief valve to bleed air from the system Confirm that ALL filtration system component clamps bolts and covers have been tightened to the manufacturer s recommendations A N WARNING Never operate or test the filtration system at more than 30 PSI
4. 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 A N WARNING Risk of Electric Shock Connect only to a grounding type receptacle protected by a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI Contact a qualified electrician if you cannot verity that the receptacle is protected by a GFCI A N WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock replace damaged cord immediately Do NOT bury cord Locate cord to minimize abuse from lawn mowers hedge trimmers and other equipment A N WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock do NOT use an extension cord to connect unit to electric supply Provide a properly located outlet Qualified personnel MUST do all electrical wiring AN CAUTION All suction and discharge valves MUST be OPEN when starting the filter system Failure to do so could result in severe personal injury and or property damage All drains and suction covers MUST have properly installed covers securely attached with the screws supplied with the covers If screws are lost order replacement parts from your supplier A N DANGER Suction Entrapment Hazard Never use the pool or spa if a drain cover is damaged cracked missing or not securely attached Suction in drains and suction outlets can cause drowning disembowelment hair or body entrapment severe injury and death Disembowelment entrapment or
5. lt gt Q ADVANTAGE ADVANTAGE MANUFACTURING POOL PUMPS OWNER S MANUAL INSTALLATION OPERATION amp PARTS To prevent potential injury and to avoid unnecessary service calls read this manual carefully and completely N 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 SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL C 624 South B Street Tustin CA 92780 gt Toll Free 800 636 8866 Tel 714 505 1166 Fax 714 505 1160 P WPAZ TEF Yc advantageman com MANUFACTURING PRODUCT REGISTRATION Retain For Your Records DATE OF INSTALLATION INITIAL PRESSURE GAUGE READING CLEAN FILTER PUMP MODEL HORSEPOWER ___ _ _ _ _ 7_ FILTER MODEL IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When installing and using this electrical equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following Failure to follow instructions may result in injury READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND ON EQUIPMENT KEEP SAFETY LABELS IN GOOD CONDITION AND REPLACE IF MISSING OR DAMAGED AN WARNING To reduce risk of injury do not permit children to use or climb on this product The ANSI NSPI 4 Standard above ground and on ground pools advises that components such as the filt
6. age pump and voids warranty A N CAUTION Before removing strainer cover 1 STOP PUMP before proceeding 2 CLOSE VALVES in suction and outlet pipes 3 RELEASE ALL PRESSURE from pump and piping system AN WARNING If pump is being pressure tested be sure pressure has been released before removing strainer cover WARNING Do NOT block pump suction To do so with body may cause fatal injury Small children using pool MUST always have close adult supervision WARNING Priming Pump e Open all valves before starting system e Release all air from filter and piping system See filter owner s manual e When water source is higher than the pump pump will prime itself when suction and outlet valves are opened e Clean and lubricate strainer cover o ring with Jack s 327 each time it is removed e Clean and inspect o ring re install on strainer cover e Replace strainer cover on strainer housing If pump does NOT prime within ten minutes stop motor and determine cause NEW INSTALLATION START UP amp OPERATION cont Storage Winterization AN 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 AN CAUTION Allowing the pump to freeze will void the warranty A N CAUTION Do NOT use anti freeze solutions except p
7. ct and repair electrical system A N WARNING Fire Hazard Match supply voltage to motor nameplate voltage Insure that the electrical supply available agrees with the motor s voltage phase and cycle and that the wire size is adequate for the H P KW rating and distance from the power source NOTE All electrical wiring MUST be performed by a qualified professional and MUST conform to local codes and regulations 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 Grounding Bonding Install ground bond and wire motor according to local or national electrical code requirements Permanently ground motor Use green ground terminal provided under motor canopy or access place use size and type wire required by code Connect motor ground terminal to electrical service ground Bond motor to pool structure Use a solid copper conductor size 8 or larger Run wire from external bonding lug to reinforcing rod or mesh Connect a No 8 AWG 8 4 mm solid copper bonding wire to the pressure wire connector provided on the motor housing and to all metal parts of swimming pool spa or hot tub and to all electrical equipment metal piping or co
8. ed plastic components All plastic fittings must be new or thoroughly cleaned before use NOTE Do NOT use Plumber s Pipe Dope as it may cause cracking of the plastic components When applying Teflon tape to plastic threads wrap the entire threaded portion of the male fitting with one to two layers of tape Wind the tape clockwise as you face the open end of the fitting beginning at the end of the fitting The pump suction and outlet ports have molded in thread stops Do NOT attempt to force hose connector fitting past this stop It is only necessary to tighten fittings enough to prevent leakage Tighten fitting by hand and then use a tool to engage fitting an additional 1 1 2 turns Use care when using Teflon tape as friction is reduced considerably do NOT over tighten fitting or you may cause damage If leaks occur remove connector clean off old Teflon tape rewrap with one to two additional layers of Teflon tape and re install connector Electrical AN WARNING Ground motor before connecting to electrical Awwarnine power supply Failure to ground pump motor can cause serious or fatal electrical shock hazard AN WARNING Do NOT ground to a gas supply line WARNING To avoid dangerous or fatal electrical shock turn OFF power to motor before working on electrical connections A N WARNING Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI tripping indicates electrical problem If GFCI trips and won t reset consult electrician to inspe
9. f vacuum at the strainer cover Only your pool dealer can confirm this with a vacuum gauge You may be able to check by removing the skimmer basket and holding your hand over the bottom port with skimmer full and pump running If no suction is felt check for line blockage a If pump develops a vacuum check for blocked suction line or dirty strainer basket an air leak in the suction piping may be the cause b If pump does not develop a vacuum and pump has sufficient priming water i Re check strainer housing cover and all threaded connections for suction leaks Check if all hose clamps are tight ii Check voltage to ensure that the motor is rotating at full RPM s iii Open housing cover and check for clogging or obstruction in suction Check impeller for debris iv Remove and replace shaft seal only if it is leaking TROUBLESHOOTING cont Low Flow Generally Check For f 2 3 4 Clogged or restricted strainer or suction line undersized pool piping Plugged or restricted discharge line of filter valve partially closed high gauge reading How to correct Sand filters backwash as per manufacturer s instructions D E filters backwash as per manufacturer s instructions Cartridge filters clean or replace cartridge Air leak in suction bubbles issuing from return fittings Re tighten using Teflon tape Plugged or restricted impeller or impeller sheared off Replace including new seal asse
10. mbly Noisy Pump Check For 1 Air leak in suction piping causing rumbling in pump 2a Rw Nn Cavitation due to restricted or undersized suction line or leak at any joint low water level in pool and unrestricted discharge return lines Correct suction condition or throttle return lines if practical Holding hand over return fitting will sometimes prove this point or putting in a smaller eyeball fitting Vibration due to improper mounting etc Put a rubber pad under metal mounting feet Foreign matter in pump housing Loose stones debris hitting impeller could be cause remove any of the above Motor bearings noisy from normal wear rust overheating or concentration of chemicals causing seal damage which will allow chlorinated water to seep into bearings wiping out the grease causing bearing to whine All seal leaks should be replaced at once Equipment base vibrating Maintenance e Clean strainer basket regularly Do NOT strike basket to clean Inspect strainer cover gasket regularly and replace as necessary e Advantage pumps have self lubricating motor bearings and shaft seals No lubrication is necessary e Keep motor clean Insure air vents are free from obstruction e Occasionally shaft seals must be replaced due to wear or damage
11. nduit within 5 ft 1 5 m of inside walls of swimming pool spa or hot tub Wiring If other lights or appliances are also on the same circuit be sure to add their amp loads before figuring wire and circuit breaker sizes NOTE If unsure how to do this or if this is confusing consult a licensed electrician Use the load circuit breaker as the Master On Off switch Install a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI in circuit it will sense a short circuit to ground and disconnect power before it becomes dangerous to pool users For size of GFCI required and test procedures for GFCI see manufacturer s instructions In case of a power outage check GFCI for tripping which will prevent normal pump operation Reset if necessary NOTE If you do not use conduit when wiring motor be sure to seal wire opening on end of motor to prevent dirt bugs etc from entering NEW INSTALLATION START UP amp 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 AN WARNING NEVER run pump dry Running pump dry may damage seals causing leakage and flooding Fill strainer housing with water before starting motor Running pump dry or without constant water flow will void warranty CAUTION Do NOT add chemicals to pool spa system directly in front of pump suction Adding undiluted chemicals may dam
12. ration system pumps and heaters be positioned to prevent their being used as a means of access to the pool by young children Closely supervise children at all times A N 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 A permanently installed pool is constructed in or on the ground or in a building such that it cannot be readily disassembled for storage A storable pool is constructed so that it is capable of being readily disassembled for storage and reassembled to its original integrity Though this product is designed for outdoor use it is strongly advised to protect the electrical components from the weather Select a well drained area one that will not flood when it rains It requires free circulation of air for cooling Do not install in a damp or non ventilated location Bond motor to pool structure Use a solid copper conductor size or larger Run wire from external bonding lug to reinforcing rod or mesh Connect a No 8 AWG 8 4 mm2 solid copper bonding wire to the pressure wire connector provided on the motor housing and to all metal parts of swimming pool spa or hot tub and to all electrical equipment metal piping or conduit within 5 ft 1 5 m of inside walls of swimming pool spa or hot tub In Canada use No 6 AWG bonding wire SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS NOTE The National
13. ropylene glycol in your pool spa system Propylene glycol is non toxic and will not damage plastic system components other antifreezes are highly toxic and may damage plastic components in the system Drain all water from pump and piping when expecting freezing temperatures or when storing pump for a long time see instructions below Gravity drain system as far as possible Keep motor dry and covered during storage To avoid condensation corrosion problems do NOT cover or wrap pump with plastic film or bags Storing Pump For Winterization A N WARNING To avoid dangerous or fatal electrical shock hazard turn OFF power to motor before draining pump 1 Drain water level below all inlets to the pool A WARNING 2 Remove drain plug from bottom of strainer body 3 Disconnect pump from base 4 Once the pump is removed of water re install the strainer lid and strainer plug 5 Store pump in a dry enclosure Start up For Winterized Equipment 1 Securely mount pump to base 2 Install all intake and output fittings and piping 3 Refill pool to proper water level 4 Prime pump according to instructions TROUBLESHOOTING Motor Will NOT Start Check For 1 Improper or loose wiring connections open switches or relays tripped circuit breakers GFCI s or blown fuses 2 Manually check rotation of motor shaft for free movement and lack of obstruction See steps 4 amp 5 of Shaft Seal Change Instructions in this manual
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