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Pipe Connection contined...
Theuseofanypipesmallerthanthosespeciedaboveisnotrecommended.Suctionpiping
shouldbefreefromallairleaksandanyhumpsandhollowswhichcausesuctiondifculties.
The discharge piping from the pump outlet should be connected to the inlet connection on the
swimmingpoollter(usuallyattheltercontrolvalve).
Starting the Pump
Tooperateefcientlyandpreventpumpdamagetheremustbeafreeowofwatertoand
from the pump. Before starting ensure that:
- allpipeworkiscorrectlysealed.
- thepool/spawaterlevelisatthecorrectheight.
- thatallappropriatevalvesareopenandthereisnothingpreventingtheowofwater
through the system.
1. Firstprimethepumpbyremovingthestrainerbasketlidandllingthestrainerbasket
area with water. Replace the lid, ensuring that it seals on the large oring.
2. Connect to the power supply and switch on.
3. Allowthepumptorun,sothatanyairtrappedmaybeexpelled.
4. Ifprimeisnotestablishedwithinapproximatelytwominutes,asevidencedbyastrongow
of water, switch off the pump and repeat the procedure. Continued evidence of air under
thestrainerbasketlidindicatesanairleakinthesuctionpipingwhichshouldberectiedto
avoid pump damage.
Pump Operation
For optimum pump performance, the strainer basket housing should always be full of water
and free from air bubbles. The water level of the pool should always be maintained to at least
halfway up the skimmer box ensuring water is in the pump at all times. From time to time it
maybenecessarytore-primethepump.Thisshouldbecarriedoutasdescribedabove.
Emptying the Strainer Basket
The strainer basket should be inspected frequently through the transparent lid and emptied
when a build up of rubbish is evident. The directions below should be followed.
1. Switch off pump.
2. Close all valves in pipework.
3. Unscrewthestrainerbasketlidanti-clockwiseandremove.
4. Removethestrainerbasketbyliftingupwardsfromitshousing.
5. Emptythetrappedrefusefromthebasket.Hoseoutwithwaterifnecessary.
6. Checkthestrainerbasketforcracks,replacethestrainerbasketinthepumpifOK.
7. Replacethelidandensurethatitsealsonthelargerubberoring.Firm hand tightness
only is required.Theoring&threadcanbelubricatedwithHydrasliporequivalent
products.
8. Openallvalvesinpipework.
Never run pump dry. Running the pump with no water may damage the
mechanical seals, causing leakage and ooding. Dry running damage and
associated damage is not covered under warranty. Silensor incorporates
dry run protection which will need to be re-set by turning off the power
supply, reducing potential damage.
Barrel unions need to be hand tightened. No sealant, glues or silicones
are required.
Failure to undertake regular maintenance may cause damage not covered
by warranty.
Trouble Shooting
If the pump runs but there is no water ow or water ow is reduced, the following
condition may apply:
1. Thelterrequiresbackwashingoritisblocked.RefertotherelevantsectionintheFilter
Manual.
2. Thepumpisnotprimed.Re-primeasperinstructionin‘Startingthepump’
3. Thereareairleaksinthesuctionpiping.Checkallpipingandeliminateleaks,alsocheck
foraloosestrainerbasketlid.Airbubblesinthewaterowingbacktothepoolwould
indicate a leak in the suction to the pump allowing air to enter the pipework.
4. Aleakingpumpshaftsealmayalsopreventoperating.Evidenceofthiswouldbewateron
the ground under the pump.
5. Thepumpisnotabletogetwaterfromthepool.Checkthatthevalvestothepumpare
fully open and that the pool water level is up to the skimmer box.
6. Blockageinthepipingorpump.Removethestrainerbasketandcheckforanyblockage
to the pump impeller entry. Check the skimmer box for blockage.
If the pump does not operate, the following conditions may apply:
1. Thepowerisnotconnected.For240voltonly,checkthepowerpointbypluggingina
portableappliancetoensurepowerisavailable.Alsocheckfusesandthemainpower
supply switch
2. Automaticoverloadistrippedfollowinganoverheatingperiod.Thepumphasanin-built
thermaloverloadwhichwillre-setafterthemotorhascooledandthepowersupplyhas
beenre-set(turnoffandbackon).Determinethecauseoftheoverloadtrippingand
rectify.
3. Blockageispreventingthepumpfromrotating.
4. Motorisburntout-burningsmellisevident.Replacementisrequired.
IfyouareunabletoresolveanyinstallationoroperationdifcultieswithyourSilensor
®
,
contactthesupplierfromwhomthepumpwaspurchasedoryournearestAuthorisedDavey
Pool Equipment Service Centre. If any further assistance is required, contact the Davey
Customer Service Centre at the address indicated in this manual.
Removal of the Pump from Pipework
Should it be necessary to remove the pump, follow these instructions:
1. Switch off the power and remove the plug from the power source.
2. Close the water valves on the pool return and the pump inlet pipework.
3. Removethedischarge&suctionbarrelunionstakingcarenottolosetheorings.
4. Movethepipeworkwiththebarrelunionsattacheduntilthepumpcanbepulledclear.
NOTE: If the pump is wired into a time clock or another automatic control,
the wiring should be removed by a qualied electrician.
NOTE: When making any enquiries about your Silensor
®
be certain to quote
the model number from the nameplate located on motor.
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