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SKU 68387 & 68388

Installation

The well motor pump must be installed in a stationary 

position with a fixed pipeline and a steady water supply.

Please note!

1.  Do not install the pump by suspending 

it unsupported from its delivery pipe.  

The pump must be placed on the bottom of the shaft.

2.  The pump must be installed with an automatic 

float switch (not included) to prevent running dry.

Power Supply

1.  The pump is equipped with a shock-proof plug 

according to regulations.  The pump is designed 

to be connected to 120V~, 60Hz safety socket.

2.  Make sure that the socket is sufficiently 

secured and is in excellent condition.

3.  When the plug is inserted into the socket 

the pump will be on standby.

WARNING!

  If the power cord or plug is damaged, 

do not use the pump.  The power cord or plug 

may only be repaired by a certified electrician.

Areas of use

This pump is designed for use as a well pump.

Discharge 

(hidden)

Intake

Pressure 

Gauge

Priming 

Inlet

Air Valve 

(hidden)

Figure A:  68387 Components

Discharge

Intake

Pressure 

Gauge

Priming 

Inlet

Air Valve 

(hidden)

Figure B:  68388 Components

WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY 

FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK:

   

Install indoors or in weather-proof well house only.  

This Pump is non-submersible. 

Do not plug in the power cord when wet 

or standing on damp or wet ground.

 

 

Do not plug in the power cord until instructed to do so.

NOTE:

a.  ONLY pump clean water.
b.  Additional components (such as valves and pipes) 

may be required for installation, but not included.

c.  Installation requires skilled workmanship 

and compliance with local building codes.  

If you are not confident in your ability to 

properly and safely install this pump, have a 

qualified technician perform the installation.

d.  The water to be pumped must be clean and 

must be free of sand and grit, which would 

damage the pump and void the warranty.

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Summary of Contents for PacificHydrostar 68387

Page 1: ... as soon as possible Visit our website at http www harborfreight com Copyright 2011 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally Due to continuing improvements actual product may diffe...

Page 2: ...emical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling California Health Safety Code 25249 5 et seq 10 The warnings precautions and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors...

Page 3: ...red by a certified electrician Areas of use This pump is designed for use as a well pump Discharge hidden Intake Pressure Gauge Priming Inlet Air Valve hidden Figure A 68387 Components Discharge Intake Pressure Gauge Priming Inlet Air Valve hidden Figure B 68388 Components WARNING TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK Install indoors or in weather proof well house only This Pump is non sub...

Page 4: ... pipes must be at least 1 IN in diameter 5 Lay an off set line from the well to the structure the pump will be installed in The off set line should slope slightly towards the well see Figure C Systems with longer off set lines should use larger diameter pipe to improve efficiency 6 Install the pump on a rigid level dry platform This platform must provide a solid level surface that is capable of su...

Page 5: ...me it by filling it with clean water through the Priming Inlet 4 This is a self starting pump that uses a pressure switch Once the power cord is connected the pump can start at any time Do not handle or perform maintenance on the pump if the power cord is plugged in 5 After reading these instructions consider the following points before starting the pump a Verify that the delivery pipe is properly...

Page 6: ...nd seals 5 Clean screen Only a low volume of water flows 1 Inlet pipe is too small 2 Liquid is too dirty 3 Lifting height exceeded 4 Tank s rubber bladder under inflated 5 Piping corroded causing friction 1 Increase pipe diameter 2 Clean screen frequently 3 Reduce lifting height 4 Inflate to 28 PSI 5 Replace piping with plastic where possible Motor overheats often 1 Extension cord too long or wire...

Page 7: ...let faucet etc open or leaking 3 Impeller is clogged 4 Tank bladder pressure is too low 5 Pipeline leakage 6 Foot check valve leaks water back to well 1 Have the pressure switch replaced by a qualified technician 2 Close or repair fixture 3 Clean impeller 4 Inflate to 28 PSI 5 Repair pipeline 6 Replace foot check valve Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the pump Disconn...

Page 8: ...ase 1 24 Rear Cover 1 25 Bolt 4 26 Fan Cover 1 27 Fan 1 28 Wire Nut 1 29 Wire Gasket 1 Part Description Qty 30 Connection Box Base 1 31 Fixture 1 32 Screw 2 33 Screw 4 34 Connection Box Top 1 35 Screw 2 36 O ring 2 37 Seal Ring 1 38 Capacitor 1 39 Screw 2 40 Hex Nut 3 41 Spring Washer 3 42 Flat Washer 9 43 Terminal 1 44 Lock Washer 1 45 Waterproof Seal 1 46 Bolt 2 47 Flat Washer 2 48 Spring Washer...

Page 9: ...Page 9 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 SKU 68387 68388 68387 Assembly Diagram Brought to You by www snapwhole com ...

Page 10: ... 25 Fan Cover 1 26 Nut 1 27 Cable Jacket 1 28 Connection Box Base 1 29 Fixture 1 30 Screw 2 Part Description Qty 31 Screw 6 32 Spring Washer 9 33 Flat Washer 13 34 Connection Box Cover 1 35 Screw 2 36 O ring 1 37 Seal Ring 1 38 Capacitor 1 39 Hex Nut 3 40 Terminal 1 41 Lock Washer 1 42 Pad 1 43 Hex Nut 2 44 Spring Washer 2 45 Flat Washer 2 46 Flat Washer 2 47 Hex Bolt 2 48 Valve Cab 1 49 Flat Wash...

Page 11: ...Page 11 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 SKU 68387 68388 68388 Assembly Diagram Brought to You by www snapwhole com ...

Page 12: ...to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise If our inspection verifies the defect we will either re...

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