Pentair FREEFLO FFL-101 Guide De L'installation page 3

Evisceration/Disembowelment: When a person sits on an open pool (particularly a child wading pool) or spa outlet and
suction is applied directly to the intestines, causing severe intestinal damage. This hazard is present when the drain cover is
missing, loose, cracked, or not properly secured.
Mechanical Entrapment: When jewelry, swimsuit, hair decorations, finger, toe or knuckle is caught in an opening of an out-
let or drain cover. This hazard is present when the drain cover is missing, broken, loose, cracked, or not properly secured.
NOTE: ALL SUCTION PLUMBING MUST BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LATEST NATIONAL AND LOCAL CODES
FOR SWIMMING POOLS, SPAS AND HOT TUBS.
TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY DUE TO SUCTION ENTRAPMENT HAZARD:
• Pools and spas should utilize a minimum of two drains per pump.
• A properly installed and secured anti-entrapment suction cover must be used for each drain.
• Each suction cover must be installed at least one meter apart, as measured from the nearest point to nearest point.
• Regularly inspect all covers for cracks, damage and advanced weathering.
• If a cover becomes loose, cracked, damaged, broken or is missing, close the pool or spa immediately, shut off the pump,
post a notice and keep the pool or spa closed until an appropriate certified cover is properly installed and approved.
• Replace drain covers as necessary. Drain covers deteriorate over time due to exposure to sunlight, pool chemicals and
weather.
• Avoid getting hair, limbs or body in close proximity to any suction cover, pool drain or outlet.
• Use a safety vacuum release system ("SVRS"), suction limiting system or automatic pump shut-off system
A clearly labeled emergency shut-off switch for the pool pump and spa jet pump must be in an easily acces-
sible, obvious place near the pool or spa. Make sure bathers know where it is and how to use it in case of
emergency.
• The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• A means for disconnection from the supply mains, having a contact separation in all poles, must be included in the fixed
wiring in accordance with the wiring rules.
• The pump must be supplied through a residual current device (RCD) having a rated residual operating current not exceed-
ing 30mA.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
HAZARDOUS PRESSURE: STAND CLEAR OF PUMP AND FILTER DURING START-UP Pool and spa circulation sys-
tems operate under high pressure. When any part of the circulating system (i.e. pump, filter, valves, etc.) is
serviced, air can enter the system and become pressurized. Pressurized air can cause the pump
housing, cover, filter lid and valves to violently separate which can result in severe personal injury
or death. Filter tank lid and strainer cover must be properly secured to prevent violent separa-
tion. Stand clear of all circulation system equipment when turning on or starting pump.
Electrical controls such as on/off switches, timers, and control systems, etc. should be properly
installed to allow the operation (start-up, shut-down, or servicing) of any pump or filter without
requiring the user to place any portion of his/her body over or near the pump strainer lid or filter
lid. Such installation should allow the user to stand clear of the filter and pump during system
start-up, shut down or servicing of the system.
Before servicing pool and spa equipment, make note of the filter pressure. Be sure that all controls are set to
ensure the system cannot inadvertently start during service. Turn off all power to the pump.
IMPORTANT: Before starting the system, fully open the manual air relief valve and place all system valves in the "open" posi-
tion to allow water to flow freely from the pool and spa back to the pool or spa. Stand clear of all pool and spa equipment
and start the pump.
IMPORTANT: Do not close filter manual air relief valve until all pressure has been discharged from the valve and a steady
stream of water appears. Observe filter pressure gauge and be sure it is not higher than the pre-service condition
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