Astralpool Maxim Manuel D'installation Et De Maintenance page 9

3. INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY
GENERAL
Fit the pump horizontally in order to accommodate the pre-filter. The pumps are fitted
with a pre-filter with a basket inside to collect any large particles, as they may damage the
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hydraulic parts inside the pump.
- All pumps are fitted with a stand with holes in it to anchor it to the ground (Fig. 1).
PIPING
- To connect the piping, glue the pipes and the connectors, supplied together with the pump; the
fitting connections to the suction and return ports on the pump are threaded and include seals
to prevent water loss (Fig. 2).
- Fit the return pipes completely perpendicular and centered in relation to the port to be connected
to prevent the pump and the pipe from being subjected to external stress, which apart from
making fitting difficult, could break them (Fig. 2).
- Fit the suction piping on a slight 2% slope towards the pump to avoid the formation of air
pockets (Fig. 2).
- To ensure the pump works correctly, prime the pump pre-filter until water rises up through
the suction pipe (Fig. 3).
LOCATION
- Fit the pump below the water level in the pool to improve pump performance.
- Make sure that the pump is safe from possible flooding and receives dry ventilation.
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
- It is essential that you use a multiple disconnection device with a space of at least 3 mm
between surfaces to disconnect the unit from the electrical current.
- Use a rigid cable to connect the pump to the mains. If you use a flexible cable to connect
it to the mains, it must have cable lugs to connect it to the terminals of the pump's motor.
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