Pentair Centrifugal Pump P6EAA6F-216L

Is the power to the motor turned OFF before draining the pump?

Pump down water level below all inlets to the pool.

Remove trap cover and use low pressure air to blow accumulated water from the piping system.

Cap inlet piping after draining to keep water out of the pipes.

Remove trap cover and drain the tank body through the drain plugs.

Clean pump and trap basket thoroughly; replace trap cover.

Describe any observed cracks, damage, or advanced weathering on the covers

Is any cover loose, cracked, damaged, broken, or missing?

Close the pool or spa if any cover is loose, cracked, damaged, broken, or missing

Shut off the pump if any cover is loose, cracked, damaged, broken, or missing

Post a notice if any cover is loose, cracked, damaged, broken, or missing

Keep the pool or spa closed until an appropriate certified cover is properly installed

Replace drain covers as necessary

Check that all suction outlet covers are maintained and correctly installed

Ensure the pump is not operating without water in the strainer pot.

Verify that the strainer pot temperature is cool to touch before opening.

Close valves in suction and discharge.

Release all pressure from the system.

Remove trap cover handle ring by turning counterclockwise. Tap gently with a rubber mallet if necessary.

Describe any safety concerns observed during maintenance

Use a low pressure (below 5 PSI), high volume blower for air purging

Drain all water from pump and piping when expecting freezing temperatures or when storing pump for a long time

Keep motor dry and covered during storage

Ensure pump is not covered with plastic to avoid condensation/corrosion problems