Pentair Equalizer Suction Fitting installation Guide

Equalizer Suction Fitting

Installation Guide

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Contents

WARNINGS and IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.............................................ii

The Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act ...................................................v

Acts Codes and Standards................................................................................................vi

Hydraulic System Specifications......................................................................................1

Section 1

Flat Face Equalizer Suction/

Fitting Installation......................... 4

P/N 500300 - 500309

Required tools

• #2 Philips head screwdriver - (for cover screws)

• Torque driver (in/lbs) - (for cover screws)

Technical Support

Sanford, North Carolina (8 A.M. to 5 P.M. ET.)
Moorpark, California (8 A.M. to 5 P.M. PS.)
Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Web sites

http://www.pentairpool.com and staritepool.com

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10951 West Los Angeles Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021 • [phone] • [phone]
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P/N 510591 Rev C 03-05-10

WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

INSTALLERS, POOL OPERATORS AND POOL OWNERS
MUST READ THESE WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT!

SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT IF
THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INSTALLED AND USED

CORRECTLY.

THIS EQUALIZER/SUCTION FITTING COVER MUST ONLY BE

INSTALLED AND USED WITH THE SUPPLIED PENTAIR
WATER POOL AND SPA
PRODUCTS® OR STA-RITE® BODY THAT IS IN GOOD CONDITION. THIS
COVER IS INCOMPATIBLE WITH ANY OTHER BODY. DO NOT INSTALL THIS
COVER ON ANY OTHER MANUFACTURER’S BODY. DO NOT INSTALL THIS
COVER ON ANY FIELD FABRICATED INSTALLATIONS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW
THIS WARNING MAY RESULT IN A SUCTION ENTRAPMENT HAZARD AND
CAN CAUSE LIMB AND BODY ENTRAPMENT OR EVISCERATION.

AND DROWNING. INSTALL THIS EQUIPMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED. USE ONLY WITH THE COMPONENTS AND
MOUNTING HARDWARE PROVIDED. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS AND/OR USE WITH COMPONENTS NOT PROVIDED BY
PENTAIR POOL PRODUCTS
PRODUCT MAY RESULT IN IMPROPER POSITIONING OR FUNCTIONING OF
DRAIN COVER AND MAY CAUSE SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

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BODY OR WITH AN EXISTING PENTAIR POOL

IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT
MAY PRESENT A RISK OF HAIR OR BODY ENTRAPMENT

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AND INTENDED TO BE USED WITH THIS

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An ANSI/ASME A112.19.8 approved cover must be used for

each Equalizer Fitting drain. If an Equalizer Fitting cover
becomes loose, broken or is missing, close the pool or spa immediately and
shut off the pump until an approved anti-entrapment cover is properly
installed with the supplied stainless steel screws. Only the supplied 316
stainless-steel screws should be used with the drain cover. Substitute screws
such as masonry screws, sheet rock screws or other types of screws should
never be used. Screws put into the body anywhere except in the original
screw holes will not hold and will allow the cover to come off the body, causing
an entrapment hazard, including possible limb and body entrapment or
evisceration/disembowelment. If the screw holes of the body are stripped or
the brass inserts are missing, loose, or damaged, replace the body. DO NOT
DRILL NEW SCREW HOLES IN THE BODY AS THIS WILL DAMAGE AND
WEAKEN THE BODY.

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WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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SUCTION ENTRAPMENT HAZARD

Pool and spa pumps produce high levels of suction, which can pose extreme
danger if a person comes in close proximity to an open pool or spa drain or if
a drain cover is loose, cracked, broken or missing.

Pool and spa pumps move large volumes of water, which can pose extreme
danger if a person’s hair comes in close proximity to a drain that is not the
proper size for the pump or pumps.

Suction entrapment dangers include:

Hair Entanglement – When the hair tangles or knots in the drain cover, trapping

the swimmer underwater. This hazard is present when the flow rating of the
cover is too small for the pump or pumps.
Limb Entrapment – When a limb is sucked or inserted into an opening resulting
in a mechanical bind or swelling. This hazard is present when a drain cover is
missing, broken, loose, cracked or not properly secured.

Body Entrapment – When a portion of the body is held against the drain cover
trapping the swimmer underwater. This hazard is present when the drain cover
is missing, broken or the cover flow rating is not high enough for the pump or
pumps.
Evisceration/Disembowelment – When a person sits on an open pool (par­ticularly a child wading pool) or spa outlet and suction is applied directly to the
intestines, causing severe intestinal damage. This hazard is present when the
drain cover is missing, loose, cracked, or not properly secured.
Mechanical Entrapment – When jewelry, swimsuit, hair decorations, finger,
toe or knuckle is caught in an opening of an outlet or drain cover. This hazard
is present when the drain cover is missing, broken, loose, cracked, or not
properly secured.

Be cautious of flow rating. Never exceed the maximum
stated – Use these fittings only with a pumping system rated for

the corresponding flow or less for two (2) inch plumbing (see sump diagram on
page 4). FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN HAIR OR BODY ENTRAPMENT
WHICH CAN CAUSE SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. If in doubt about
the rating of your system, consult a qualified pool or spa professional.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Regularly inspect all covers for cracks, damage and
advanced weathering. If a cover becomes loose, cracked, damaged, broken
or is missing, close the pool or spa immediately, post a notice and keep the
pool or spa closed until an appropriate VGB 2008 certified cover is properly
installed. Covers deteriorate over time due to exposure to sunlight and pool
chemicals. This cover must be replaced within seven (7) years from
installation (or earlier if the cover becomes damaged in any way).

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WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Attention Installer: This manual contains important information about

the installation, operation and safe use of this product. This information

should be given to the owner and/or operator of this equipment.
Please refer to www.pentair.com for all warnings and instructions related to the
Equalizer/Suction Fitting.

Before installing this product, read and follow all warning

notices and instructions which are included. Failure to follow
safety warnings and instructions can result in severe injury, death, or property
damage. Call [phone] for additional free copies of these instructions. It is
absolutely critical that the suction plumbing be installed in accordance with the
latest APSP standards and CPSC guidelines. Follow all applicable national, state
and local codes. If you have any questions about installation or maintenance of
this product, please contact your pool professional. Never attempt to alter or
repair the cover or fitting on your own.

A pool/spa pump produces high levels of suction, which can
pose extreme danger if a person comes in close proximity to an

open pool or spa drain or a loose or broken drain cover or grate.

Entrapment Avoidance Notice:

The covers used on suction outlets should be approved and listed as conforming
to the currently published edition of ANSI/ASME A112.19.8 Standard. These
covers should be inspected regularly and replaced if cracked, broken or older
than the design lifetime indicated on them by the manufacturer. The maximum
possible flow rate of the pump should be less than or equal to the maximum
approved flow rate indicated on the suction outlet cover by the manufacturer. THE
USE OF UNAPPROVED COVERS OR ALLOWING USE OF THE POOL OR SPA
WHEN COVERS ARE MISSING, CRACKED OR BROKEN CAN RESULT IN
BODY OR LIMB ENTRAPMENT, HAIR ENTANGLEMENT, EVISCERATION AND
DEATH.

Pumps improperly sized or installed or used in applications

other than for which the pump was intended can result in severe
personal injury or death. These risks may include but not be limited to electric
shock, fire, flooding, suction entrapment or severe injury or property damage
caused by a structural failure of the pump or other system component.

The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication can greatly increase

the risk of fatal hyperthermia in hot tubs and spas.

To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this

product unless they are closely supervised at all times.

When setting up pool water turnovers or flow rates the operator

must consider local codes governing turnover as well as

disinfectant feed ratios.

DO NOT increase pump size; this will increase the flow rate

through the system and exceed the maximum flow rate stated on

the drain cover.

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WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Most states and local codes regulate the construction,
installation, and operation of public pools and spas, and the construction of
residential pools and spas. It is important to comply with these codes, many of
which directly regulate the installation and use of this product. Consult the local
building and health codes for more information.

• Dual suction fittings shall not be located on seating areas or on the back
rests for such seating areas.

• If the pool or spa has only a single suction outlet or main drain, a Safety
Vacuum Release System (SVRS) such as the Pentair Water Pool and
Spa IntelliFlo
shut-off system or a suction-limiting vent system MUST be used.

• In the event one suction outlet is completely blocked, the remaining
suction outlets serving the system shall have a flow rating capable of the
full flow of the pump(s) for the specific system.

• An approved anti-entrapment suction outlet cover must be used for each
drain.

• Never exceed the maximum flow rate stated on the drain cover.

• Regularly inspect drain covers for cracks and signs of advanced
weathering.

• Close the pool or spa if any suction outlet component is loose, cracked,
broken, missing or not securely attached. Replace loose, cracked,
damaged, broken or missing drain covers.

• In addition to two or more suction outlets per pump (Figure 2) installed in
accordance with the latest APSP standards and CPSC guidelines, follow
all applicable national, state and local codes.

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VS+SVRS pump, a gravity drainage system, an automatic

Three (3) feet minimum

Two on Pool Walls

Figure 1. Alternate Location for Suction Outlets

Equalizer/Suction Fitting Installation Guide

Three (3) feet

minimum

One on Wall / One on Floor