How to Disconnect a Hayward Pool Pump for Maintenance
- 1). Turn the power switch off.
- 2). Drain the water in the pool until the water level is below the pump water inlets.
- 3). Twist the drain plugs from the bottom of the strainer body.
- 4). Unhook the strainer cover from the strainer housing.
- 5). Loosen the bolts that connect the pump to the pump mounting pad.
- 6). Disconnect the electrical wiring connectors attached to the pump.
- 7). Twist off the pipe connectors attached to the pump.
- 8). Remove the pump from the mounting pad.
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