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BOOST-RITE
™
Universal Booster Pump Installation and User’s Guide
Typical Installation
Connect the suction side of the booster pump after the filter to
ensure a filtered water supply to the booster pump.
The booster pump must always be connected to the return line on
the discharge side of the filter.
INSTALLATION
Location
1. Always connect the booster pump to a return line on the
discharge side of filter.
2. Install the pump as close to the pool or spa as possible.
To reduce friction loss and improve efficiency, use short,
direct suction and discharge piping.
3. Install pump on a firm and level surface. It is recommended
to bolt the pump to a concrete pad to prevent possible
vibration noise during operation.
4. Install booster pump no closer than 5 feet (1.5 m) from
the inside wall of the pool and spa. Canadian installations
require a minimum of 9.8 feet (3 m).
5. Install the pump a minimum of 3 feet (0.9 m) from a
heater outlet.
6. Do not install the pump more than 8 feet (2.4 m) above
the water level or 3 feet (0.9 m) below water level.
7. Install the pump in a well ventilated location protected
from excessive moisture (i.e., rain gutters, sprinklers,
splashing pool water, etc.).
8. For hot tubs and spas, do not install within the outer
enclosure or beneath the skirt.
9. To allow ventilation and servicing of the pump, install
with a rear clearance of at least 12 in. (.3 m) from a
wall or structure. Be sure there is enough space for the
fan exhaust.
PVC Piping
1. Use at least 1 inch (38 mm) PVC pipe. If 1 inch diameter pip-
ing is used on the suction, and the length is more than five (5)
feet, a larger pipe size diameter (1.5 or 2 inch [38 or 51 mm]
) is recommended.
2. To avoid strain on the pump, support both suction and discharge
pipes independently. Place these supports near the pump.
3. Slope suction pipe slightly upward toward the pump to avoid
air locking.
Note: To prevent flooding when removing pump for service, be
sure all flooded suction systems have a valve (ball or gate) in
the suction and discharge pipes.
Flexible Hose Piping
The booster pump comes with a flexible hose and adapters which
can be used in place of PVC piping.
Be sure there are no sharp bends in your hose piping to prevent re-
stricted flow. Vibration noise can occur if the booster pump is installed
with flexible hoses.
Only qualified service professionals should install the Boost-
Rite™ Booster Pump. Refer to “Important Warning and Safety
Instructions” on pages ii-iv for safety information.
Typical Installation
Filter
30:00
Automated
Timer
Manual
Switch
Pool Return Line
To Cleaner
From Pool
Booster
Pump
Filter
Pump
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