Pentair FREEFLO FFL-101 Guide De L'installation page 6

7. Reinstall the strainer pot lid by placing the strainer pot lid on the strainer pot. Make sure the lid O- ring is properly placed.
Seat the strainer pot lid then turn clockwise until the handle locks. Hand Tighten only!
8. Turn the power "ON" at the house circuit breaker. Reset the pool time clock to the correct time.
THIS PUMP OPERATES UNDER HIGH PRESSURE
When any part of the circulating system (e.g., Strainer Pot Lid, Pump, Filter, Valves, etc.) is serviced, air
can enter the system and become pressurized. Pressurized air can cause the lid to separate which can
result in server injury, death, or property damage. To avoid this potential hazard, follow these instructions.
9. Open the manual air relief valve on top of the filter. If no manual air relief valve is present, depress the multiport valve
handle to relieve the pressure.
10. Stand clear of the system and filter.
11. Start pump.
12. Bleed air from the filter until a steady stream of water comes out. Close the manual air relief valve.
Winterizing
If the air temperature drops below 2°C (35° F), the water in the pump can freeze and cause damage.
Freeze damage is not warrantable.
To prevent freeze damage follow the procedures listed below:
a. Shut off electrical power for the pump at the house circuit breaker.
b. Drain the water out of the pump by removing the two thumb-twist drain plugs and the O rings from the pump housing
and one from the strainer pot. Store the plugs and the O rings in the pump basket.
c. Cover the motor to protect it from severe rain, snow and ice.
d. Do not wrap the motor in plastic. It will cause condensation and rust on the inside of the motor.
Care of Electric Motor
Protect from heat.
a. Shade the motor from direct sunlight.
b. Any enclosure must be well ventilated to prevent overheating.
c. Provide ample cross ventilation.
Protect against moisture or other elements.
a. Protect from any foreign matter or splashing water.
b. Do not store (or spill) pool chemicals near the motor.
c. If a motor has become wet - let it dry before operating. Do not operate if it has been flooded.
d. If a motor has been damaged by water it voids the motor warranty.
SECTION 7. TROUBLESHOOTING
Use the following troubleshooting information to resolve possible problems with your FreeFlo™ pump.
Risk of electrical shock or electrocution - Turn off power to unit prior to attemting service or repair.
PROBLEM
Pump will not prime - too much air
Pump will not prime - not enough
water
Pump strainer basket clogged
Pump strainer o-ring defective
REDUCED CAPACITY AND/OR HEAD
Air pockets or leaks in suction line
Clogged impeller
An illustrated spare parts list can be found at : www.pentairpooleurope.com
G-INSB-FFL (REV 12/2013)
Check suction piping and valve glands on any suction gate valves
Secure pot casing lid on pump strainer pot and make sure lid o-ring is in place
Make sure o-ring on union is OK and in place
Ensure o-ring on diffuser nose is OK and is in place
Check water level to make sure skimmer is not drawing air.
Make sure suction lines, pump strainer and pump volute are full of water
Make sure valve on suction line is working and open (some do not have valves)
Check water level to make sure water is available through skimmer.
Clean pump strainer basket
Replace o-ring
Checksuction piping and valve glands on any suction gate valves
Clean debris from impeller
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
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