Bestway 58647 FLOWCLEAR Filter Pump Owner’s Manual

Bestway 58647 FLOWCLEAR Filter Pump

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully read, understand, and follow all information in this user manual before installing and using the Filter Pump. These warnings, instructions, and safety guidelines address some common risks of water filtration systems, but they cannot cover all risks and dangers in all cases. Always use caution, common sense, and good judgment when enjoying any water activity. Retain this information for future use. In addition, the following information can be supplied depending on the Filter Pump type. Keep the instructions in a safe place. If instruction is missing, search it on the website www.bestwaycorp.com/support.

WARNING

• Thermally protected motor csa enclosure 3.
• For use with swimming pools only.
• CAUTION : To ensure continued protection against shock hazard, use only identical replacement parts when servicing.
• WARNING : Risk of electric shock. connect only to a grounding type receptacle protected by a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI).
• CAUTION : This pump is for use with storable pools only – do not use with permanently-installed pools.
• CAUTION : Connect only to grounding type receptacle protected by a class a ground fault circuit interrupter.
• CAUTION : For continued protection against possible electric shock this unit is to be mounted to the base in accordance with the installation instructions.

TECHNICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Risk of electric shock, the pump cannot be using while people are inside the pool.
• To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock the pool must be installed no closer than 6 feet (1.8 m) from any electrical outlet. Do not place portable appliances closer than 5 feet (1.5 m) from the pool.
• Do not bury cord. Locate cord to minimize abuse from lawn mowers, hedge trimmers, and other equipment.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, replace damaged cord immediately. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use extension cord to connect unit to electric supply; provide a properly located outlet.
• This pump is for use with storable pools only. Do not use with permanently-installed pools. A storable pool is constructed so that it is capable of being readily disassembled for storage and reassembled to its original integrity. A permanently-installed pool is constructed in or on the ground or in a building such that it cannot be readily disassembled for storage.
• For continued protection against possible electric shock this unit is to be mounted to the base in accordance with the installation instructions.
• Using the pump with an unmatched electrical supply is dangerous and will result in catastrophic failure of pump.
• When working with electricity, turn the electrical power off at the circuit breaker and lock breaker door. Failure to do so will result in increased risk of shock, injury and possibly death.
• Do not remove the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use adapter plugs. Consult a qualified electrician for any questions related to the validity of your plug’s grounding.
• Handle the pump with care. Do not pull or carry the pump by the power cord. Never pull a plug from the outlet by yanking the power cord. Keep cord free from abrasions. Sharp objects, oil, moving parts, and heat should never be exposed to the filter pump.
• Atmospheric conditions may affect the performance and life span of your filter pump. Unnecessary wear and tear that may occur during periods of cold, heat and exposure to sun. Whenever possible, shelter the pump from these conditions.
• Do not add chemicals in the filter pump.
• Assembly and disassembly by adults only.
• Electric installations should follow national wiring rules, consult a qualified electrician with any questions.

ATTACHING A BASE

The filter pump must be vertically fixed on the ground or a base made of wood or concrete before use. There should be two holes 9mm in diameter on the base, the space between which should be 163mm. Put filter pump on the base and attach them together by fastening the bolts and nuts. All the base parts should weigh at least over 18kg to prevent the pump from accidentally falling.

SETUP

CHECKLIST
To check the parts included in the box, consult the part list inside this manual. Verify that the equipment components represent the model that you had intended to purchase. In case of any damaged or missing parts at the time of purchase, visit our website bestwaycorp.com/support.

CHOOSE THE CORRECT LOCATION
Place the Filter Pump on a solid and level ground; it must be positioned on the same level as the base of the pool. If the Filter Pump is in an upper or lower position than the base of the pool, the performance and life span of the Filter Pump can be compromised. The pool and the Filter Pump have to be positioned in an area with adequate drainage and easy access for maintenance operations. Never place the Filter Pump in a area that may accumulate water.

INSTALLATION

• For the installation instructions, refer to the illustration steps inside the manual. Drawings are for illustration purposes only. May not reflect actual product. Not to scale.
• Bestway will not be responsible for any damage caused to the Filter Pump due to mishandling or failure to follow these instructions.
•  It is imperative to check that the hydraulic connectors are not obstructed.
• Do not dry run the Filter Pump. Make sure both the pool’s inlet and outlet valves are fully covered by water before operating the Filter Pump.

MAINTENANCE

• Make sure that the Filter Pump is unplugged before any maintenance.
• For the maintenance instructions, refer to the illustration steps inside the manual. Drawings are for illustration purposes only. May not reflect actual product. Not to scale.
• To optimize the Filter Pump performance and for sanitary reasons, we suggest replacing the filter cartridge with a new one every two weeks.

STORAGE

• Remove all accessories; be sure that Filter Pump, hoses and debris screens are completely clean and dry before the storage. If all the parts are not completely dry, mold may result.
• Before storage, remove and dispose of the filter cartridge.
• We strongly recommend disassembling the Filter Pump when the environment temperature is below 50ºF / 10ºC.
• Store the Filter Pump in a dry place with a moderate temperature between 50ºF / 10ºC and 100ºF / 38ºC.

WARRANTY TERMS

For information concerning warranty terms, visit our website at: www.bestwaycorp.com.

References

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