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Step 21: START UP PRE-CHECKLIST
Prior to performing an electrical and hydraulic performance check of the complete station, verify all of the following
criteria are met:
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The shut-off and redundant check valve at force main are installed in the lateral discharge and are in the open
position
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Discharge piping has been pressure tested to 150 PSI max without leakage
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Inlet has a minimum of 1/8” per foot drop
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All penetrations through basin and electrical enclosure sealed water-tight
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Proper backfi ll and compaction has been done to prevent defl ection or possible failure of equipment
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All cords are secured and clear of pump cutter and level control
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Electrical supply is of proper voltage, phase for the pump
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A properly sized double pole circuit breaker has been installed in the service disconnect panel
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Proper gauge and conductor wire installed from service disconnect to house panel
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All terminal connections are secure
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Circuit breakers in the Alarm Box are turned to the “OFF” position
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Circuit breaker in the service disconnect turned to “ON”
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Pump is properly seated on the discharge opening in the rail
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Level control is installed properly
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Final grade slopes away from the basin to avoid runoff water collection/ basin infl ow
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All construction and shipping debris has been removed from the basin
Step 22: START-UP CHECKLIST
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Water has been added to the basin to a level of approximately 1” above the pump support fl ange
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Valve(s) within the basin and lateral are in the “OPEN” position (Pull on Green Strap in station)
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Record pump and basin nameplate information on the start-up form (Before installing pump)
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All alarm devices are turned to the “ON” position
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Complete START-UP check sheet located in the back of the manual
