Page 103.2 Electrical Installation3.2.1 Voltage ChecksThe correct voltage, as specified on the pump dataplate, is necessary for proper performance and longmotor life. Incorrect voltage will decrease the pump'sability to perform and could cause overheating, reducethe motor life, and result in higher electric bills.It is the responsibility of the electrical installer toprovide data plate operating voltage to the pump byensuring proper circuit sizes and wire sizes for thisspecific application.CAUTIONFailure to provide data plate voltage (within 10%)during operation will cause the motor to overheatand void the warranty.3.2.2 Bonding and Grounding1. The motor frame must be bonded to a reliablegrounding point using a solid copper conductor,No. 8 AWG or larger. In Canada, No. 6 AWG orlarger must be used.2. Bond the motor using the provided externallug.WARNINGAlways disconnect the power source beforeworking on a motor or its connected load.WARNINGEnsure that the control switch or time clock isinstalled in an accessible location so that in theevent of an equipment failure or a loose plumbingfitting the equipment can be turned off. Thislocation must not be in the same area of the poolpump, filter, and other equipment.CAUTIONThe pump must be permanently connected to adedicated electrical circuit. No other equipment,lights, appliances or outlets may be connectedto the pump circuit.3.2.3 Electrical Wiring1. The pump motor must be securely and adequatelygrounded using the green screw provided.Ground before attempting to connect to anelectrical power supply. Do not ground to a gassupply line.2. Wire size must be adequate to minimize voltagedrop during the start- up and operation of thepump. See Table 2 for suggested wire sizes.3. Insulate all connections carefully to preventgrounding or short-circuits. Sharp edges onterminals require extra protection. Tape wirenuts to prevent loosening. For safety, and toprevent entry of contaminants, reinstall allconduit and terminal box covers. Do not forceconnections into the conduit box.4. To configure the pump motor internal wiring forthe correct voltage, refer to the diagram on themotor data plate.RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE SIZE FOR SHP PUMPS*DISTANCE FROM SUB-PANELModelBRANCH FUSE AMPS 0-50 FEET 50-100 FEET 100-150 FEET 150-200 FEET230 115 208-230 VAC 115 VAC 208-230 VAC 115 VAC 208-230 VAC 115 VAC 208-230 VAC 115 VACSHPF.75HP/SHPM1.0HP 15A 15A 14 12 12 8 10 6 8 6SHPF1.0HP/SHPM1.5HP 15A 20A 12 10 10 8 8 6 6 4SHPF1.5HP/SHPM2.0HP 15A NA 12 NA 10 NA 8 NA 6 NASHPF2.0HP/SHPM2.5HP 15A NA 12 NA 8 NA 6 NA 6 NASHPF3.0HP 20A NA 10 NA 8 NA 6 NA 4 NASHPM2.0HP-2-SPEED (1) 15A NA 12 NA 8 NA 6 NA 6 NASHPM2.5HP-2-SPEED (1) 15A NA 12 NA 8 NA 6 NA 6 NA*ASSUMES THREE COPPER CONDUCTORS IN A BURIED CONDUIT AND 3% MAXIMUM VOLTAGE LOSS IN BRANCH CIRCUIT. ALL NEC AND LOCALCODES MUST BE FOLLOWED. TABLE SHOWS MINIMUM WIRE SIZE AND BRANCH FUSE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TYPICAL INSTALLATION PER NEC.(1) TWO SPEED PUMPS ARE NOT RATED FOR USE WITH 208 VAC