Pentair TheVirginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act User Manual

Pentair Water Pool and Spa

PUMP WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

For Pool and Spa Pumps (Non SVRS Pumps)

(Pentair Water Pool and Spa®, Sta-Rite®, and Pentair Pool Products®)

FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH. THIS PUMP SHOULD BE INSTALLED AND SERVICED ONLY BY A QUALIFIED POOL

SERVICE PROFESSIONAL. INSTALLERS, POOL OPERATORS AND OWNERS MUST READ THESE WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS PUMP. THESE WARNINGS AND THE OWNER'S MANUAL MUST BE LEFT WITH THE POOL OWNER.

Warnings and safety instructions for Pentair Water Pool and Spa® pumps and other related products are available at: http://www.pentairpool.com/pool-owner/safety-warnings/ Call (800) 831-7133 for additional free copies of these instructions. Please refer to www.pentairpool.com for more information related to Pentair Water Pool and Spa® pumps.

SUCTION ENTRAPMENT HAZARD: STAY OFF THE MAIN DRAIN AND AWAY FROM ALL SUCTION OUTLETS!

THIS PUMP PRODUCES HIGH LEVELS OF SUCTION AND CREATES A STRONG VACUUM AT THE MAIN DRAIN AT THE BOTTOM OF YOUR POOL AND SPA. THIS SUCTION IS SO STRONG THAT IT CAN TRAP ADULTS OR CHILDREN UNDER WATER IF THEY COME IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO A POOL OR SPA DRAIN OR A LOOSE OR BROKEN DRAIN COVER OR GRATE.

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, BODY ENTRAPMENT, EVISCERATION AND/OR DEATH.

The suction at a pool or spa drain or outlet can cause:

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.

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.

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.

NOTE: ALL SUCTION PLUMBING MUST BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LATEST NATIONAL AND LOCAL CODES FOR SWIMMING POOLS, SPAS AND HOT TUBS, INCLUDING NSPI STANDARDS AND CPSC GUIDELINES.

READ AND KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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PUMP (Non SVRS) WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY DUE TO SUCTION ENTRAPMENT HAZARD:

• Pools and spas should utilize a minimum of two drains per pump.

• A properly installed and secured ANSI/ASME A112.19.8 approved anti-entrapment suction

cover must be used for each drain.

• Each suction cover must be installed at least three (3') feet apart, as measured from the nearest point to nearest point.

• 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, shut off the pump, post a notice and keep the pool or spa closed until an appropriate certified cover is properly installed.

• Replace drain covers as necessary. Drain covers deteriorate over time due to exposure to sunlight, pool chemicals and weather.

• Avoid getting hair, limbs or body in close proximity to any suction cover, pool drain or outlet.

• Use a safety vacuum release system ("SVRS"), suction limiting system or automatic pump

shut-off system.

• Disable suction outlets or reconfigure into return inlets.

A clearly labeled emergency shut-off switch for the pool pump and spa jet pump must be in an easily accessible, obvious place near the pool or spa. Make sure bathers know where it is and how to use it in case of emergency.

The Virginia Graeme Baker (VGB) Pool and Spa Safety Act creates new requirements for owners and operators of commercial swimming pools and spas.

Commercial pools or spas constructed on or after December 19, 2008, shall utilize:

(A) A multiple main drain system without isolation capability with suction outlet covers that meet ASME/ANSI A112.19.8a Suction Fittings

for Use in Swimming Pools, Wading Pools, Spas, and Hot Tubs and either:

(i) A safety vacuum release system (SVRS) meeting ASME/ANSI A112.19.17 Manufactured Safety Vacuum Release systems (SVRS)

for Residential and Commercial Swimming Pool, Spa, Hot Tub, and Wading Pool Suction Systems and/or ASTM F2387 Standard

Specification for Manufactured Safety Vacuum Release Systems (SVRS) for Swimming pools, Spas and Hot Tubs or (ii) A properly designed and tested suction-limiting vent system or (iii) An automatic pump shut-off system.

Commercial pools and spas constructed prior to December 19, 2008, with a single submerged suction outlet shall use a suction outlet cover that meets ASME/ANSI A112.19.8a and either:

(A) A SVRS meeting ASME/ANSI A112.19.17 and/or ASTM F2387, or (B) A properly designed and tested suction-limiting vent system, or (C) An automatic pump shut-off system, or (D) Disabled submerged outlets, or (E) Suction outlets shall be reconfigured into return inlets.

HAZARDOUS PRESSURE: STAND CLEAR OF PUMP AND FILTER DURING START-UP Pool and spa circulation systems operate under high pressure. When any part of the circulating system (i.e. lock ring, pump, filter, valves, etc.) is serviced, air can enter the system and become pressurized. Pressurized air can cause the pump housing cover filter lid and valves to violently separate which can result in severe personal injury or death. Filter tank lid and strainer cover must be properly secured to prevent violent separation. Stand clear of all circulation system equipment when turning on or starting up pump.

CAUTION!: Electrical controls such as on/off switches, timers, and control systems, etc. should be properly installed to allow the operation (start-up, shut-down, or servicing) of any pump or filter without requiring the user to place any portion of his/her body over or near the pump strainer lid or filter lid. Such installation should allow the user to stand clear of the filter and pump during system start-up, shut down or servicing of the system.

Before servicing pool and spa equipment, make note of the filter pressure. Be sure that all controls are set to ensure the system cannot inadvertently start during service. Turn off all power to the pump. IMPORTANT:

Place filter manual air relief valve in the open position and wait for all pressure in the system to be relieved.

Before starting the system, fully open the manual air relief valve and place all system valves in the "open" position to allow water to flow freely from the pool and spa back to the pool or spa. Stand clear of all pool and spa equipment and start the pump. IMPORTANT: Do not close filter manual air relief valve until all pressure has been discharged from the valve and a steady stream of water appears. Observe filter pressure gauge and be sure it is not higher than the pre-service condition.