headline bars
continuation tabs
notes
warnings
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headline bars
continuation tabs
notes
warnings
UNPACKING
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Upon receiving the pump, it should be inspected for damage or shortages. If damage has
occurred, file a claim immediately with the carrier that delivered the pump. If the manual is
removed from the packaging, do not lose or misplace.
STORAGE
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Short Term—Pumps are manufactured for efficient performance following short inoperative
periods in storage. For best results, pumps can be retained in storage, as factory assembled,
in a dry atmosphere with constant temperatures for up to six (6) months.
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Long Term—For storage of six (6) months, to twenty-four (24) months, the units should
be stored in a temperature-controlled area, a roofed-over, walled enclosure that provides
protection from the elements (rain, snow, wind-blown, dust, etc.), and whose temperature
can be maintained between 4 and 40°C (40 and 120°F). If extended high humidity is
expected to be a problem, all exposed parts should be inspected before storage and all
surfaces that have the paint scratched, damaged, or worn should be recoated with a water-
based, air-dry enamel paint. All surfaces should then be sprayed with a rust-inhibiting oil.
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Pump should be stored in its original shipping container. On initial start up, rotate impeller by
hand to assure seal and impeller rotate freely.
INSTALLATION
SUCTION
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All joints and connections must be AIRTIGHT. A single leak will prevent the proper operation
of the pump. Wrap thread tape clockwise on all threaded connections. For all non-threaded
connections, you must use PVC Purple Primer and PVC Cement to ensure airtight seals.
Measure all pipe lengths before attaching.
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A foot valve is a check valve that is used to keep the water from running back into the well
from the pump and maintain hydraulic pressure when the pump is not running. If the foot
valve does not hold the water the pump will lose it’s prime and will not pump water. If the
foot valve open pressure is too high (the spring is too stiff), or the flow area is too small, the
pump suction head and flow rate will significantly drop.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
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Plug the pump into a 115 V, 60 Hz, Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected grounded
outlet only. The pump is equipped with a 3-wire grounded cord and plug. Do not modify or
remove the plug. Make sure the outlet meets the National Electric Code or the Canadian
Electrical Code, as applicable. To avoid dangerous electrical shock hazard, keep the cord dry
at all times.
DANGER!
• Hazardous voltage. Risk of dangerous or fatal electric shock.
WARNING!
• Protect the electrical cord from sharp objects, hot surfaces, oil, and chemicals. Avoid kinking the cord. Do
not use damaged or worn cords.
• Failure to comply with the instructions and designed operation of this unit may void the warranty.
Attempting to use a damaged pump can result in property damage, serious personal injury and/or death.
SAFETY GUIDELINES