Franklin S - J User Manual

S - J Series Pump

OWNER'S MANUAL

Before Installation be sure to read all the instructions and warnings carefully. Refer to the

product data plates for additional operating instruction and speciﬁ cations.

INSPECTION

Examine the equipment when received. Notify your dealer or carrier of any damage or missing parts. Verify that the equipment is of size and model speciﬁ ed.

READ AND FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This is the safety alert symbol. When you see

this symbol on your pump or in this manual, look for one of the following signal words and be alert to the potential for personal injury:

DANGER

serious personal injury, death or major property damage if ignored.

WARNING

serious personal injury, death or major property damage if ignored.

CAUTION

cause minor personal injury or major property damage if ignored.

The label NOTICE indicates special instructions, which are important but not related to hazards.

WARNING

Hazardous voltage. Can shock, burn, or cause death.

Ground pump before connecting to power supply. Disconnect power before working on pump, motor or tank.

warns about hazards that will cause

warns about hazards that can cause

warns about hazards that will or can

Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this manual and on pump.

Keep safety labels in good condition.

Replace missing or damaged safety labels.

Wire motor for correct

voltage. See “Electrical” section of this manual and motor nameplate.

Ground motor before

connecting to power supply.

Meet National Electrical Code, Canadian Electrical Code, and local codes for all wiring.

Follow wiring instructions in this manual when connecting motor to power lines.

INSTALLATION LOCATION

All S & J Series pumps are designed for ﬂ ooded suction (all suction ﬁ ttings and suction piping are below water level) and will not self-prime.

GENERAL PLUMBING

FOR SOLVENT WELD CONNECTIONS

Rigid or ﬂ exible PVC pipe can be used. Pipe ends should be clean and free of any ﬂ ash caused by the cutting operation. Be sure that the proper adhesive is used on the type of pipe speciﬁ ed.

Recommended Adhesives- These are examples only and are not intended to restrict brands.

PVC-PVC JOINT PVC-ABS JOINT

Uni-weld Pool-Tite 2000 Uni-weld Pool-Tite 2000

Suregard Flex 20 Suregard Weld-all No. 5

IPS Weld-on 705 IPS Weld-on 794

NOTE: A Primer will assure that adhesives joints are superior. Sureguard P-3000 has a purple tracer to qualify in areas where codes specify a primer must be used.

CAUTION- We recommend that you consider climatic conditions when applying adhesives. Certain atmospheric situations, such as high moisture content, make the adhesive action of certain glues less effective. Check the manufacturer’s instructions.

FOR THREADED CONNECTIONS

Use only Teﬂ on tape or equivalent on threaded plumbing connections. Other pipe compounds may damage threads. We do not recommend the use of silicone or petroleum based compounds.

DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN! HAND TIGHTEN PLUS 1/2 TURN IS SUFFICIENT.

PUMP PLUMBING

All S & J Series pumps are union connected allowing quick and easy service without disturbing the plumbing. Two different plumbing conﬁ gurations are available offering 1-1/2” suction connection and either 1-1/2” discharge or 1” tee discharge. These union packages must be ordered separately. Avoid using a suction pipe smaller than pump connection. To maximize the 100% drain feature, keep the piping as straight and short as possible, and slope horizontal runs so water drains away from pump. The suction line must be installed at an elevation below the water level when the tub is ﬁ lled to guarantee ﬂ ooded suction.

ELECTRICAL DATA

Refer to information on motor nameplate for electrical service data. All motors should have fused disconnect switch or circuit breaker. Be sure wire size is sufﬁ cient for HP and distance from power source. Wiring should be done in accordance with applicable codes by competent electrician. We recommend the installation of a ground fault circuit interrupter for maximum safety.

PUMP START UP

Fill tub to desired level making sure that suction ﬁ ttings and jets are below water level. Start pump and open all suction and discharge line valves. After about 10 minutes of operation, check the return ﬁ ttings for air bubbles. A continuous ﬂ ow of air indicates leaks in the suction line. Locate and correct any leaks immediately.

CAUTION- Do not operate pump with closed suction or discharge valves.

TWO-SPEED PUMPS

Two-speed models are recommended in a swimming pool when high speed is needed for maximum ﬁ ltration at peak periods and whenever turbidity levels are high. At other times, switch to low speed. For backwashing and vacuuming, high speed is required. In spa and hot tubs, use high speed to atain full performance in the hydro-therapy mode. At other times, such as ﬁ lter/heat cycle mode, use low speed. Low speed provides sufﬁ cient ﬂ ow to activate most spa heaters and provides sufﬁ cient ﬂ ow for ﬁ ltration. In jetted tubs, use high speed to attain full performance in the hydro-therapy mode and use low speed for desired low ﬂ ow conditions.

NOTE: Two-speed pumps must be in high speed mode to prime.

PUMP MAINTENANCE

1. Motors are self-lubricating-- no lubrication is required.

2. Clean Hair & Lint Strainer if you have a pump with strainer body.

3. Visually inspect motor for blockage of air vents on motor shell. Remove any debris after shutting off breaker.

4. Shaft seals may become worn and must be replaced if leakage is observed.

SERVICE AND REPAIR PARTS

Refer all service to your local dealer as his knowledge of your equipment makes him the best qualiﬁ ed source of information. Order all repair parts through your dealer. Give the following information when ordering repair parts.

1. Unit nameplate data

2. Description of part

TROUBLESHOOTING

MOTOR DOES NOT START

1. Disconnect switch or circuit breaker in OFF position.

2. Fuses blown or thermal overload open.

3. Locked motor shaft.

4. Motor windings burned out.

5. Defective starting switch inside single-phase motor.

6. Disconnected or defective wiring.

7. Low voltage.

MOTOR DOES NOT REACH FULL SPEED

1. Low voltage.

2. 2 speed model set on low speed.

3. Motor windings connect for wrong voltage on dual voltage model.

MOTOR OVERHEATS (Protector trips)

1. Low voltage.

2. Motor windings connected for wrong voltage on dual voltage model.

3. Inadequate ventilation.

PUMP DELIVERS NO WATER

1. Pump is not primed.

2. Closed valve in suction or discharge line.

3. Leakage of air into suction line.

4. Impeller Clogged.

LOW PUMP CAPACITY

1. Valve in suction or discharge line partly closed.

2. Suction or discharge line partly plugged.

3. Suction or disharge line too small.

4. Pump running at reduced speed (see above)

5. Impeller clogged.

LOW PUMP PRESSURE

1. Pump running at reduced speed (see motor)

2. Discharge valve or inlet ﬁ ttings open too wide.

HIGH PUMP PRESSURE

1. Discharge valve or inlet ﬁ ttings closed too much.

2. Return lines too small.

NOISY PUMP AND MOTOR

1. Worn motor bearings.

2. Valve in suctin line partly closed.

3. Suction line partly plugged.

4. Pump not supported properly.

LEAKAGE OR WATER AT SHAFT

1. Shaft seal requires replacement.

AIR BUBBLES AT INLET FITTINGS

1. Leakage of air into suction line at connections or valve system.

2. Restriction in suction line.

LEAKING UNIONS

1. O-ring missing or damaged.

2. Plumbing in bind.

3. Insufﬁ cient tightening.

NOTE: If the recommendations in the Troubleshooting portion of this manual do not solve your particular problem(s), please contact your local dealer for service.

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