Voltage; Grounding And Bonding; Wiring - Black & Decker BDXBTAGVAR Instruction Manual

Installation & Operation Manual
3.5 Electrical Specifications
Voltage: 115VAC, 50/60Hz, Single Phase
Speed Range: 1000 - 3450 rpm
Use copper conductors only. For indoor & outdoor use. Connect pump to a 15 amp branch circuit in accordance with
local codes, regulations, and the National Electric Code (NEC). A disconnecting means located at least 5 feet from
the inside wall of the pool, spa, or hot tub must be provided.

3.6 Voltage

Voltage at pump MUST NOT be more than 10% above or below nameplate rated voltage, or components
may overheat, causing overload tripping and reduced component life. If voltage is less than 90% (104VAC) or more
than 110% (126VAC) of rated voltage (115VAC) when pump is running at full load, consult the power company.

3.7 Grounding and Bonding

Install, ground, bond, and wire pump in accordance with local or National Electrical Code requirements.
Permanently ground pump. Use green ground terminal provided under access plate; use size and type wire required
by code. Connect ground terminal to electrical service ground.
Bond the motor using the provided external lug.
Bond pump to pool structure. Bonding will connect all metal parts within and around the pool with a continuous wire.
Bonding reduces the risk of a current passing between bonded metal objects, which could potentially cause electrical
shock if grounded or shorted. Reference NEC codes for all wiring standards including, but not limited to, grounding,
bonding, and general wiring procedures.
The motor frame must be grounded to a reliable grounding point using a solid copper conductor, No. 8 AWG or
larger. In Canada, No. 6 AWG or larger must be used. If the pump is installed within five (5) feet of the inside
walls of the swimming pool, spa, or hot tub.

3.8 Wiring

WARNING: All electrical wiring MUST conform to local codes, regulations, and National Electric Code (NEC).
Pump MUST be permanently connected to circuit. If other lights or appliances are also on the same circuit, be sure to
add their amp loads before calculating wire and circuit breaker sizes. Use the circuit breaker as the master On-Off
switch.
Distance from Sub-panel
Voltage
Minimum Wire Size (AWG)
Recommended Wire Sizes
0 - 50 Feet
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50 - 100 Feet
115 VAC
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100 - 150 Feet
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