Section 2. General Description; Introduction; Description; Preparation - Polaris PB Serie Manual De Instalación Y Funcionamiento

Section 2. General Description

2.1

Introduction

This manual contains information for the proper
installation, operation and maintenance of the Polaris
PB4-60 pump. Procedures in this manual must be
followed exactly. To obtain additional copies of this
manual contact Zodiac Pool Systems, Inc. ("Zodiac")
at 800.822.7933. For address information, see the back
cover of this manual.
2.2

Description

The Polaris booster pump, PB4-60, supplies high
pressure water to the Polaris pool cleaner to optimize
cleaner efficiency. The pump is not self-priming and
should only be used when the pool filtration pump is on.
CAUTION
Running the booster pump without a filtration pump
will damage the booster pump. Improper operation of
the booster pump will void the warranty.
2.3

Preparation

1. Upon receipt of the pump, check the carton for
damage. Open the carton and check the pump for
concealed damage, such as cracks, dents or a bent
base. If damage is found, contact the shipper or
distributor where you purchased the pump.
2. Inspect the contents of the carton and verify
that all the parts are included. See Section 7.1,
Replacement Parts List.

Section 3. Installation

3.1

Electrical Installation

3.1.1 Voltage Checks

The correct voltage, as specified on the pump data
plate, is necessary for proper performance and long
motor life. Incorrect voltage will decrease the pump's
ability to perform and could cause overheating, reduce
the motor life, and result in higher electric bills.
It is the responsibility of the electrical installer to
provide data plate operating voltage to the pump by
ensuring proper circuit sizes and wire sizes for this
specific application.
The National Electrical Code (NEC
requires all pool pump circuits be protected with a
Ground Fault Cuircuit-Interrupter (GFCI). Therefore,
it is also the responsibility of the electrical installer to
ensure that the pump circuit is in compliance with this
and all other applicable requirements of the National
Electrical Code (NEC) and any other applicable
installation codes.
|
Polaris PB4-60 Booster Pump
®
, NFPA-70
®
Installation and Operation Manual
Failure to provide data plate voltage (within 10%)
during operation will cause the motor to overheat
and void the warranty.

3.1.2 Bonding and Grounding

1. The motor frame must be grounded to a reliable
grounding point using a solid copper conductor,
No. 8 AWG (8.4mm
6 AWG (13.3mm
pump is installed within five 5 feet (1,5 meter)
of the inside walls of the swimming pool, spa, or
hot tub, the motor frame must be bonded to all
metal parts of the swimming pool, spa, or hot tub
structure and to all electrical equipment, metal
conduit, and metal piping within five (5) feet (1,5
meter) of the inside walls of the swimming pool,
spa, or hot tub.
2. Bond the motor using the provided external lug.
To avoid the risk of property damage, severe
personal injury, and/or death, always disconnect
the power source before working on a motor or its
connected load.
To avoid the risk of property damage, severe
personal injury, and/or death, make sure that
the control switch or time clock is installed in an
accessible location so that in the event of an
equipment failure or a loose plumbing fitting the
equipment can be turned off. This location must not
be in the same area as the pool pump, filter, and
other equipment.
The pump must be permanently connected to a
dedicated electrical circuit. No other equipment,
lights, appliances or outlets may be connected to
the pump circuit, with the exception of devices that
may be required to operate simultaneously with the
pump, such as a chlorinating device or heater.
3.2

Electrical

3.2.1 Electrical Wiring

) 1. The pump motor must be securely and adequately
®
grounded using the green screw provided. Ground
before attempting to connect to an electrical power
supply. Do not ground to a gas supply line.
2. Wire size must be adequate to minimize voltage
drop during the start-up and operation of the
pump. See Table 1 for wire sizes.
ENGLISH
CAUTION
) or larger. In Canada, No.
2
) or larger must be used. If the
2
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
Page 7