Pentair WhisperFlo Pool Pump WF-26

Disconnect power to the pump at the circuit breaker

Disconnect the communication cable

Have you read all servicing instructions before working on the pump?

Is the strainer pot temperature cool to touch?

Are the suction and discharge valves open?

Inspect all covers for the following issues

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

Replace any loose, cracked, damaged, broken or missing cover with an appropriate certified cover.

Replace drain covers if they show signs of deterioration due to sunlight and weather exposure.

Warning: DO NOT open the strainer pot if pump fails to prime or if pump has been operating without water in the strainer pot.

Caution: Opening the pump may cause serious personal injury.

Are the suction and discharge valves open?

Is the strainer pot temperature cool to touch?

Pump Strainer Basket Inspection

Visually inspect the basket through the 'See Through Lid' for leaves and debris.

Is the basket free of leaves and debris?

Turn off the pump at the circuit breaker

Relieve pressure in the system by allowing the water to cool

Gently tap the clamp in a counter-clockwise direction to remove the clamp and lid

Remove debris and rinse out the basket

Replace the basket if it is cracked

Turn off the pump circuit breaker at the main panel.

Drain the pump by removing the drain plugs.

Remove the 6 bolts that hold the main pump body to the rear sub-assembly.

Gently pull the two pump halves apart, removing the rear sub-assembly.

Loosen the two holding screws located on the diffuser using a 3/32 inch Allen head wrench.

Hold the impeller securely and remove the impeller lock screw using a #2 Phillips screwdriver.

Remove the shaft cap at the back of the motor and hold the shaft secure with a ½ inch open-end wrench.

Unscrew the impeller from the shaft by twisting it counterclockwise.