AquaStar 32" Channel Drain Pinhole Anti-Entrapment Suction Outlet Cover and Three-Port Manufactured Sump for Vinyl/Fiberglass - Manual (Page 3)

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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.
• All types of suction fittings shall not be located on seating areas or on the back rests for such seating areas.
• 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.
• Install 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 drain cover, please contact your pool professional. Never attempt to alter or repair
the cover or frame 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.
HYDROSTATIC RELIEF VALVE
For installations utilizing a hydrostatic relief valve, using a collector tube will maintain a clear path to the hydrostatic valve. At least one
hydrostatic relief valve in a set of suction outlets will allow hydrostatic uplift pressure caused by ground water to be relieved into the pool or spa.
ENTRAPMENT AVOIDANCE NOTICE
The covers used on suction outlets should be approved and listed as conforming to the currently published edition of ANSI/APSP-16
2011 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 or death.
WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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 are not 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.
ACTS, CODES AND STANDARDS
All AquaStar suction outlet fittings (drain covers) are federally regulated by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
(CPSC). This authority was given to the CPCS in 2007 as part of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act. Visit
www.cpsc.org for more information.
ANSI/APSP-16 2011 Certification
All AquaStar suction outlets are certified by IAPMO in accordance with ANSI/APSP-16 2011 Standard for submerged
suction fittings for use in swimming pools, wading pools, spas and hot tubs. To download a current copy of the IAPMO
certification, go to www.IAPMORT.org.
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