Hayward Booster Pump Model 6060 - Page 6

6060 Booster Pump Page 6 of 16 WARNING - Hazardous Pressure. Pumps, filters, and other equipment/ components of a swimming pool filtration system operate under pressure. Incorrectly installed filtration equipment and/or components may fail resulting in severe personal injury or death. Plumbing It is recommended to use the supplied union fittings with 1-½" pipe for best performance. The 6060UB union hose barb fittings are included if you are using the booster pump to retrofit to an existing installation that uses flexible hose. The filtration system must supply a minimum of 8 gallons per minute (GPM) of water to the booster pump. Do not connect the booster pump inlet plumbing into the top of a horizontal pipe. If the booster pump is installed below the water level of the pool, a gate valve must be installed between the booster pump and the filtration system. The gate valve is a means to close off the water supply to the booster pump should it require maintenance. Fittings restrict flow. For better efficiency, use the fewest possible fittings (but at least two suction outlets). Avoid fittings that could cause an air trap. Pool and spa fittings MUST conform to the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) standards. Use a non-entrapping suction fitting in pool (multiple drains) or double suction (skimmer and main drain). Pipe Sizing Chart Pipe Size [mm] 1" [32] MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED SYSTEM FLOW RATE BY PIPE SIZE Flow Rate Suction Pipe Pipe Size Flow Rate Suction Pipe Pipe Size Flow Rate GPM [LPM] Length * [mm] GPM [LPM] Length * [mm] GPM [LPM] 20 [75] 5" 1 ½" [50] 45 [170] 7 ½" 2 ½" [75] 110 [415] Suction Pipe Length * 12 ½" 1 ¼" [40] 30 [110] 6 ¼" 2" [63] 80 [300] 10" 3" [90] 160 [600] 15" * NOTE - It is recommended that a minimum length of straight piping (shown as "L" in diagram at left), equivalent to 5 pipe size diameters, be used between the pump suction inlet and any plumbing fittings (elbows, valves, etc.). CAUTION - Risk of equipment damage. If the booster pump is connected downstream from a heater, the booster pump plumbing must be a minimum of three feet in length between the booster pump inlet and the heater. Never connect the booster pump inlet into the three-foot section of heat sink pipe coming directly out of the heater, as this could damage the booster pump and void it's warranty. The booster pump must be installed so that it will always be in the water flow. If a solar heating system is used, a diverter valve or tee must be installed on the return line between the filter and solar heater. This assures an ample supply of water and minimizes the possibility of an air lock in the booster pump each time the solar panel is filled. Do not install the booster pump in a "non-flow" pipe when the solar heating system is on, unless an automatic override switch is wired in the system. The override switch will shut the booster pump off while the solar panels are being purged of air. If gate valves are installed between the booster pump and the filtration system, be sure these valves are open before operating the booster pump. WWW.HAYWARDPOOL.COM USE ONLY HAYWARD GENUINE REPLACEMENT PARTS