Pentair Ultra-Flow User Manual

Ultra-Flow

™

Pump Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Table of Contents

SECTION I. GENERAL INFORMATION. ..................................................................................... 2

SECTION II. TROUBLESHOOTING. ........................................................................................... 4

SECTION III. REPLACEMENT PARTS......................................................................................... 5

SECCIÓN I. INFORMACIÓN GENERAL...................................................................................... 8

SECTION I. GÉNÉRALITÉS ...................................................................................................15

WARNING

Before installing this product, read and follow all warning notices and instructions accompanying this pump.
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.

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/operator of this equipment.

WARNING

Risk of electrical shock or electrocution.

This pool pump must be installed by a licensed or certified electrician or a qualified pool
serviceman in accordance with the National Electrical Code and all applicable local codes and
ordinances. Improper installation will create an electrical hazard which could result in death or
serious injury to pool users, installers, or others due to electrical shock, and may also cause
damage to property.
Always disconnect power to the pool pump at the circuit breaker before servicing the pump. Failure
to do so could result in death or serious injury to serviceman, pool users or others due to electric
shock.

Listed

227T

Pentair Pool Products

1620 Hawkins Ave., Sanford, NC 27330 • [phone]
10951 West Los Angeles Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021 • [phone]

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Certified

LR60957

Listed

NOTE

When pump is mounted permanently within 5 ft. of the inside walls of a swimming pool, you must use a No. 8 AWG or
larger conductor to connect to bonding conductor lug.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times.

CAUTION

This pump is for use with permanently installed pools and may also be used with hot tubs and spas if so marked. Do not
use with storable pools. A permanently installed pool is constructed in or on the ground or in a building such that it
cannot be readily disassembled for storage. A storable pool is constructed so that it may be readily disassembled for
storage and reassembled to its original integrity and has a maximum dimension of 18 feet (5.49m) and a maximum wall
height of 42 inches (1.07m).

CAUTION

For hot tubs and spa pumps, do not install within an outer enclosure or beneath the skirt of a hot tub or spa unless so
marked.

SECTION I. GENERAL INFORMATION.

A. THE PUMP STRAINER.
This unit, sometimes referred to as the ‘Hair and Lint Pot’, is the unit in front of the volute. Inside the chamber is the basket which must

be kept clean of leaves and debris at all times. View basket through the ‘See Through Lid’ to inspect for leaves and debris.
Regardless of the length of time between filter cleaning, it is most important to visually inspect the hair and lint pot basket at least once

a week. A dirty basket will reduce the efficiency of the filter and heater and also put an abnormal stress on the pump motor which
would result in a costly repair bill.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the pump and filter and for proper operation of the system, clean pump strainer and skimmer
baskets regularly.

NOTE

It is important that the O-ring be kept clean and well lubricated. We recommend a silicone base lubricant for best results.

B. CLEANING PROCEDURES.

1. Turn off motor.

2. Relieve pressure in the system.

3. Turn the clamp and lid in a counter-clockwise direction until it stops.

4. Lift the clamp and lid set to remove the clamp and lid.

Arrows on lid must align
with arrows on pump body
to ensure a tight closure.

5. Remove plastic basket and empty debris.

6. Replace the basket, fill the pot with water.

7. Reinstall the lid by placing the clamp and lid on the pot so that the indicated range
is slightly counter-clockwise of the arrow on the volute. Make sure the lid O-ring is
properly placed.

8. Seat the clamp and lid and turn it clockwise. Turn until the lid is clamped onto the
pot, see Figure 1. Hand-tighten until the indicator arrow on the volute is within the
range indicated on the clamp ring.

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Figure 1.

WARNING

THIS FILTER OPERATES UNDER HIGH PRESSURE. WHEN ANY PART OF THE CIRCULATING
SYSTEM (e.g., LOCK RING, PUMP, FILTER, VALVES, ETC.) IS SERVICED, AIR CAN ENTER THE
SYSTEM AND BECOME PRESSURIZED. PRESSURIZED AIR CAN CAUSE THE LID TO BLOW
OFF WHICH CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY, DEATH, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. TO AVOID
THIS POTENTIAL HAZARD, FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

9. Open the High Flow™ manual air relief valve on top of the filter.

10. Stand clear of the filter. Start the pump.

11. Bleed air from the filter until a steady stream of water comes out. Close the High Flow™ manual air relief valve.

For additional information use restart instructions for your filter.
If pump is installed below the water level of the pool, close return and suction lines prior to opening hair and lint pot on pump. Make

sure to re-open valves prior to operating.
DO NOT run the pump dry. If the pump is run dry, the mechanical seal will be damaged and the pump will start leaking. If this occurs,

the damaged seal must be replaced.
ALWAYS maintain proper water level in your pool (half way up skimmer opening). If the water level falls below the skimmer opening,

the pump will draw air through the skimmer, losing the prime and causing the pump to run dry, resulting in a damaged seal.
Continued operation in this manner could cause a loss of pressure, resulting in damage to the pump case, impeller and seal.

C. PRIMING THE PUMP.

1. Remove the lid from the pump strainer and fill the pot with water at least to the level of the suction line.

2. Replace the lid. Make sure the O-ring is in place, and tighten by hand. See Section I.B., above.

3. The pump will now prime. The priming time will depend on the suction lift and horizontal distance of the suction piping.

D. ELECTRIC MOTOR.

1. Protect from heat.
a. Shade the motor from the sun.
b. Any enclosure must be well ventilated to prevent overheating.
c. Provide ample cross ventilation.

2. Protect against dirt.
a. Protect from any foreign matter or splashing water.
b. Do not store (or spill) pool chemicals near the motor.
c. Avoid sweeping or stirring up dust near the motor while it is operating.
d. If a motor has been damaged by dirt it voids the motor warranty.

3. Protect against moisture.
a. Protect from splashing pool water.
b. Protect from the weather.
c. Protect from lawn sprinklers.
d. If a motor has become wet - let it dry before operating.
e. If a motor has been damaged by water it voids the motor warranty.

NOTE

DO NOT wrap motor with plastic or other air tight materials. The motor may be covered during a storm, for winter
storage, etc., but never when operating, or expecting operation.

NOTE

When replacing the motor, be certain that the motor support is correctly positioned to support the size of motor being
installed.

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E. THE SHAFT SEAL.

1. The Shaft Seal consists primarily of two parts, a rotating member and a ceramic seal.

2. The pump requires little or no service other than reasonable care, however, a Shaft Seal may occasionally become damaged
and must be replaced.

CAUTION

The polished and lapped faces of the seal could be damaged if not handled with care.

CAUTION

In mild climate area, when temporary freezing conditions may occur, run your filtering equipment all night to prevent
freezing.

SECTION II. TROUBLESHOOTING.

A. FAILURE TO PUMP.

1. Pump will not prime - too much air. - Remedy:
a. Check suction piping and valve glands on any suction gate valves.

b. Secure lid on pump strainer pot and make sure lid gasket is in place.
c. Check water level to make sure skimmer is not drawing air.

2. Pump will not prime--not enough water. - Remedy:
a. Make sure suction lines, pump strainer, and pump

volute are full of water.

b. Make sure valve on suction line is working and

open, (some systems do not have valves).

c. Check water level to make sure water is available

through skimmer.

3. Pump strainer clogged. - Remedy:
a. Clean pump strainer pot.

4. Pump strainer gasket defective. - Remedy:
a. Replace gasket.

B. REDUCED CAPACITY AND/OR HEAD.

1. Air pockets or leaks in suction line. - Remedy:
a. See item A.1. of this section, above.

2. Clogged impeller. Remedy:
a. Turn off electrical power to the pump.

b. Remove the clamp that holds the volute to the seal

plate.

c. Slide the motor and seal plate away from the

volute.

d. Clean debris from impeller. If debris cannot be

removed, complete the following steps.

(1) Remove left hand thread anti-spin bolt and

O-ring.
(2) Remove, clean and reinstall impeller.
(3) Reinstall anti-spin bolt and O-ring.

e. Reinstall weir-ring, diffuser, and O-ring.
f. Reinstall motor and seal plate into volute aligning

with keyway at top of volute.

g. Reinstall clamp around seal plate and volute and

tighten securely.

3. Pump strainer clogged. - Remedy:
a. Clean suction trap.

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SECTION III. REPLACEMENT PARTS

Item Part Description
No. No.

1 357143 Seal plate, Almond
1 357142 Seal plate, kit, Almond
2 39702000 Seal 1000
3 98220500 Nut, 3/8-16 hex
4 98220600 Washer, lock, 3/8, S/S
5 39005610 Anti-spin impeller kit, ½ hp 60 Hz
5 39005010 Anti-spin impeller kit, ¾ hp 60 Hz, ½ hp 50 Hz
5 39005110 Anti-spin impeller kit, 1 hp 60 Hz, ¾ hp 50 Hz
5 39005210 Anti-spin impeller kit, 1½ hp 60 Hz, 1 hp 50 Hz
5 39005310 Anti-spin impeller kit, 2 hp 60 Hz, 1½ hp 50 Hz
5 39005410 Anti-spin impeller kit, 3 hp 60 Hz, 2 hp 50 Hz
5 39099910 Anti-spin impeller kit, 3 hp 50 cycle
5 39015010 Anti-spin impeller kit, ¾ hp UR high flow
5 39015110 Anti-spin impeller kit, 1 hp UR high flow
5 39015210 Anti-spin impeller kit, 1½ hp UR high flow
5 39015310 Anti-spin impeller kit, 2 hp UR high flow
5 39015410 Anti-spin impeller kit, 2½ hp UR high flow
6 39009900 Screw, impeller lock, left hand thread
7 39010000 O-ring for impeller lock
8 39005500 Diffuser, 1/2 to 1½ hp
8 39015500 Diffuser, 2 and 3 hp

9 39006900 Weir ring
10 39006600 Gasket, diffuser
11 39006000 O-ring, volute

Item Part Description
No. No.

12 357140 Volute, 2 in., Almond
13 39006200 Clamp assembly, volute
14 39302700 Knob, clamp
15 357139 Base, Almond
16 98210300 Washer, flat 3/8 in.
17 98219800 Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1 in.
18 39501200 Gasket, pot to volute
19 357138 Pot, 1½ in., w/ weir ring, Almond
19 357137 Pot, 2 in., w/ weir ring, Almond
20 98201800 Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1¾ in.
21 39303500 Basket
22 39300600 O-ring, lid
23 39301700 Lid
24 39105000 Locking ring, pot lid
25 357136 Plug, 1/4 in. with O-ring, Almond
26 39007200 Ring, reinforcing, for 2 in. ports
26 39204600 Ring, reinforcing, for 1½ in. ports

357135 Flange, 1½ in. booster, Almond
98208300 Screw, HH 1/4-20 x 7/8
51008500 Flat washer, 1/4 in.
39302800 Clamp only
98220500 Nut, 3/8-16 brass

98220600 Washer, lock 3/8 in. s/s
A 357134 Support, motor, rear, Almond
B 357133 Support, motor, front, Almond

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Pentair Pool Products Ultra-Flow

™

Circulating Pump Limited Warranty

Pentair Pool Products manufactures its Ultra-Flow™ circulating
pumps under high standards of workmanship and with high
quality materials. Accordingly, Pentair Pool Products expressly
warrants those pump models as follows:

WARRANTY COVERAGE - All pump component parts
actually manufactured by Pentair Pool Products, and the
pump’s respective motor is warranted to be free from defects in
material and/or workmanship for a period of three (3) years from
date of purchase. The obligation of Pentair Pool Products
under this warranty will be limited to either repair or
replacement of the product, at Pentair Pool Products’ option.

EXCLUSIONS FROM THIS WARRANTY - This warranty does
not cover:

1 . Any item manufactured by other companies and installed

by Pentair Pool Products Such items may carry warranties
offered by the original manufacturer.

2 . Problems resulting from oversizing of pump and/or

reduction of valve piping size, or from failure to turn pump
off before changing the position of the filter valve or any
operating valves for the pool and its accessories.

3 . Problems resulting from failure to comply with instructions

contained in the Owner's Manual.

4 . Problems resulting from abuse, misuse, negligence or

accident by any party other than Pentair Pool Products,
such as but not limited to, damage to parts caused by
installers, damage to pump parts caused by ‘dry’ operation
(loss of prime or obstruction in plumbing lines).

5 . Problems resulting in whole or in part from alteration or

modification of the filter by any party.

6 . Failures due to chemical corrosion caused by failure to

maintain the water chemistry in conformity with the
standard of the swimming pool and spa industry.

WARRANTY OBLIGATIONS OF PENTAIR POOL
PRODUCTS - Should a defect in workmanship and/or material
in any item covered by this warranty become evident during
the term of the warranty, then upon the consumer following the
procedures set forth below, Pentair Pool Products will, at its
option, repair or replace such item or part at its own cost and
expense.

Pentair Pool Products is not, however responsible under
this warranty for any cost of shipping or transportation of
the filter or part thereof to or from the service department.
Also, Pentair Pool Products is not liable for any loss of time,
inconvenience, incidental expenses such as telephone calls,
labor or material charges incurred in connection with the
removal or replacement of the equipment, or any other
incidental or consequential damages. PLEASE NOTE: Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation or incidental
or consequential damages, so the above limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you.

PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE: In order
to obtain the benefits of this warranty the consumer who
made the original retail purchase will contact Pentair Pool
Products Customer Service Department, 10951 W. Los
Angeles Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021 as soon as possible
after discovery of the defect, but in no event later than the
expiration date of the warranty period provided in this
warranty. Upon receipt of this communication, Pentair Pool
Products will promptly notify the customer of the address to
which the defective item may be shipped. The customer
shall then ship the item, freight prepaid, to the address
indicated together with a letter stating the model number,
serial number, and the date of purchase of the item which is
claimed to be defective, and the name and address of the
consumer and a brief description of the problems
encountered.

WARRANTY PROTECTS ORIGINAL PURCHASER: This
warranty extends to the consumer who made the original
retail purchase only and is not enforceable by any other
party.

WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS BY OTHERS: No
dealer or other person has any authority to make any
warranties or representations concerning Pentair Pool
Products or its products. Accordingly, Pentair Pool
Products is not responsible for any such warranties or
representations.

OTHER RIGHTS: This warranty gives you specific legal
rights and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.

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