4.3.
Connecting suction hose, N.B. suction hose not supplied.
4.3.1.
Place the supplied sealing washer (2) over the supplied suction port (1). Before using the
connector sealing washer (1) make sure that it is in good condition.
4.3.2.
Offer the supplied hose connector (3) to sealing washer (2) then put the supplied hose
clamp ring (4) over hose connector and tighten in a clockwise direction.
4.3.3.
Take the supplied hose clamp ring (5) over the end of the suction hose (6) then push suction
hose over the end of the hose connector. Once in place move the hose clamp into position and
tighten screw in a clockwise direction until hose is secured to prevent air entering pump and
to prevent water leakage.
4.4.
Connecting the hose strainer.
4.4.1.
Install the supplied hose strainer (1) (provided with the pump) on the end of the suction
hose (3) (not supplied) and secure it with a hose clamp (2). The strainer will help prevent the
pump from becoming clogged or damaged by debris.
4.4.2.
The hose strainer (1) is fitted at the opposite end of the suction hose (3).
4.4.3.
Take the hose clamp ring (2) and place over the end of the suction hose (3), then push
suction hose over the end of the hose strainer (1). Tighten the hose clamp ring screw (2) in a
clockwise direction until hose is firmly secured to prevent air entering pump and to prevent
water leakage.
4.5.
Hose diameters.
4.5.1.
The hose diameter should be no wider than the water suction port diameter. Minimum
hose diameters should be as follows:
4.5.1.1.
2" Water Pump - 50mm.
4.5.1.2.
3" Water Pump - 80mm.
Rev 6 - 10/11/2015
