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Electrical Planning Notes: 

Reference Sheet 3 and 4 for schematic wiring diagram examples.  Use electrical components as described 
including electrical connectors that are appropriate for the operating environment of the fuel system, whether its use 
in street, racing, or marine applications.  Electrical connectors for the power leads must be capable of high current 
draw, note all connections, wire, and component rating requirements herein.  Solder and use shrink wrap for wire 
splices for extra reliability (unless high quality crimping is performed).  Use of a check valve in fuel system as 
shown in plumbing diagram will maintain fuel pressure at normal levels during engine starting and may be required 
depending on the wiring of main relay control circuit. (OEM and some aftermarket ECMs have fuel pump relay 
control outputs that will turn off fuel pump during engine starting, requiring check valve use.)  If the fuel pressure 
does not maintain during engine starting, ensure fuel pump is energized while starting.  Main wiring schematic 
diagram below shows the control of relay by ignition switch. This source can be changed as described, or by a 
toggle switch.  Some forms of racing have specific rules regarding electrical switching of fuel pump.  Consult 
appropriate racing guidelines, rules, and regulations. 

MAIN WIRING SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM:

 (Some electrical components shown are not supplied with kit) 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

or FUSE

SWITCH

(12-24 Volt System)

-

+

NO

NC

(8-10ga)

(1-5A)

or ECM

BREAKER

FUSED

(16-20ga)

(30+A Rating)

CIRCUIT

C

(30A)

POWER RELAY

FUEL PUMP

CIRCUIT

IGNITION

VEHICLE BATTERY

VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

JUMPER WIRE

NO JUMPER WIRE

OR DEVICE

PUMP OPERATES 

AT MAXIMUM SPEED

WITH SWITCH POSITION 

SHOWN (OPEN).

specific applications, or short

and reduced speed.

cooling may be required using

Speed”.  Use Example 1 for racing

Pump Certification as “Maximum

maximum speed only while

maximum speed may cause over-

considered continuous duty.  

See Examples 3 and 4 for 

switching between maximum 

shown on the pump certification.  

interval use.  Use in continuous

SPEED CONTROL SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS:

flow rate at reduced speed is 

Example 1: Continuous Maximum Speed

Yellow Lug.  Use Example 2 if the 

pump at continuous maximum speed.  The performance

curve was recorded as shown on the

pulsed signal may also be used to control pump speed.  See examples below for a method suitable for your application. 

Example 2: Continuous Reduced Speed

this mode of operation is 

demand for extended periods.

adequate for application.  Using 

operating with low engine

Example 3: Switch to Ground Speed Changing

See schematic, attach wire between 

negative terminal (Black Lug) and 

Attach no wiring to speed control terminal, to operate

speed control terminal has greater than 1.65V (Approx), the mode of operation is in continuous maximum speed.  A 

terminal has less than 0.25V (Approx) applied to it, the mode of operation is in continuous reduced speed.  When the

The speed control terminal (Yellow Center Lug) can have voltage or a signal applied to it.  When the speed control

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damage fuel pump. Additional

heating and therefore may

Attach a jumper wire as shown below, to operate

pump at continuous reduced speed.  The reduced

speed is preset, with the performance curve 

Attach switch and wiring as shown to the right, to operate pump at

continuous maximum speed while switch is in the open position

(position as shown in diagram). When the switch is in the closed position

(on), the pump will operate in reduced speed mode. To reverse the

desired switch action, refer to Example 4.  Switch type can be a relay or

switching based on pressure or other means. Current draw through this

circuit is extremely low (much less than 1 amp), so a very low current rating

for this switch can be used. Use the diagram to the right as a guide to

properly wire this example. Reduced speed is recommended during long

periods of low engine fuel demand conditions to avoid fuel system heat

build-up.

 41401-c

FUEL PUMP

Fuelab Model:

(16-20ga) Device or Circuit can be used as shown below,

for proper operation.See Speed Control Schematic Diagrams

for wiring of speed control (Yellow Lug).

Summary of Contents for 41401-C

Page 1: ...V 400 LPH 3 Bar Maximum Pressure 125 PSI 8 5 Bar Operating Voltage 8 32 Volts Maximum Current Draw 30 Amperes WARNING Power Supply Voltage must be constant as specified in above specification Only install fuel pump on vehicles using between 12 Volt 6 cell lead acid battery and 24 Volt 12 cell lead acid battery systems with or without a normal operating charging system Pulse Width Modulation or oth...

Page 2: ... or upstream of fuel pump Minimize plumbing restrictions between fuel tank and fuel pump and regulator for peak performance use 10AN 5 8 or 12AN 3 4 Typically 6AN 3 8 to 10AN 5 8 line is required for the rest of the fuel system after or upstream of fuel pump Use of a strainer filter upstream of fuel pump to reduce risk from foreign object damage Special Note Use only Fuelab 828xx or 868xx Series F...

Page 3: ...imum shown on the pump certification interval use Use in continuous SPEED CONTROL SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS flow rate at reduced speed is Example 1 Continuous Maximum Speed Yellow Lug Use Example 2 if the pump at continuous maximum speed The performance curve was recorded as shown on the pulsed signal may also be used to control pump speed See examples below for a method suitable for your application Exa...

Page 4: ... Cautions and Instructions written on previous pages of these instructions 2 Modify remove or replace other fuel system components as required per established build plan reference notes on previous pages and above 3 Use the supplied brackets attached to the fuel pump as a drilling template to mark holes for mounting bracket Choose a location that minimizes exposure to road hazards and debris away ...

Page 5: ...performance and reliability Included with that are periodic inspection and or filter element replacement The straining filter upstream of pump should be checked and cleaned at least every 30 000 miles more often for off road operating conditions Replace or clean downstream filters after pump every year or 15 000 miles more often for off road operating conditions Dirty fuel filters can block flow a...

Page 6: ...ive obligation of Manufacturer shall at its option be to repair or replace the defective Products in the manner and for the period provided above or to refund the purchase price Manufacturer shall not have any other obligation with respect to the Products or any part thereof whether based on contract tort strict liability or otherwise 4 Other Statements ORAL OR OTHER WRITTEN STATEMENTS BY MANUFACT...

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