Pentair 6TS 6

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PN524 (08-01-20)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: 

For optimal performance and 

operation, read these instructions carefully before installing 
your new pump. This manual provides valuable guidance and 
instructions that should be followed to perform installation, 
operation and maintenance procedures for this product. It 
should be kept near the installation for immediate reference. 
Record nameplate data from your new pump on the blank 
template located in “Maintenance” on Page 7 for future 
reference.

 This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this symbol on 

your pump or in this manual, look for one of the following signal 
words and be alert to the potential for personal injury.

 warns about hazards that will cause serious personal 

injury, death or major property damage if ignored.

 warns about hazards that can cause serious personal 

injury, death or major property damage if ignored.

 warns about hazards that will or can cause minor 

personal injury or property damage if ignored.

NOTICE

 indicates special instructions which are important but 

not related to hazards.

The hazards stated in this manual are not all-inclusive. To 
minimize the risk of hazard, it is strongly recommended that 
installation, operation and maintenance be performed by a 
qualified professional in accordance with local codes and 
standards for safe operation.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

 This product and related accessories contain 

chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, 
birth defects or other reproductive harm.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

 Risk of electric shock.

 Can shock, burn or kill. All 

wiring should be done by a qualified electrician.

 

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Wire motor for correct voltage. See “Installation” section 
(refer to page 5) of this manual and motor nameplate.

 

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Ground motor before connecting to power supply.

 

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Follow wiring instructions in this manual when connecting    
motor to power lines.

 

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A complete power disconnect switch must be incorporated 
in the fixed wiring.

 

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Install, ground, wire and maintain your pump in compliance 
with all applicable national and local codes and ordinances. 
Consult your local building inspector for code information.

GENERAL SAFETY

 

Risk of explosion.

 The pump body may explode if 

used to boost pressure above the pressures noted on Page 3. 
Do not use this pump with inlet pressure greater than 70 psi 
(483 kPa)or less than 3 psi (20.7 kPa). If not already in the piping  
system, install a pressure relief valve in the pump discharge 
line capable of passing the full pump flow at maximum rated 
pressure. If local code requires installation of a pressure relief 
valve capable of handling the full pump flow at a pressure less 
than 100 psi (689 kPa), follow the code requirements.

 Risk of fire or explosion. 

To avoid risk of fire and 

explosion, pump water only with this pump. Do not pump salt 
water, flammable liquids or chemicals. Do not use the pump near 
gas pilot lights or where chemical or gas fumes are present.
Use of an electric pump with liquids other than water or in an 
atmosphere containing chemical or gas fumes may ignite those 
liquids or gases and cause injury or death due to an explosion 
and/or fire. Pump approved liquids only with this pump.

 

Risk of burns.

 If water is trapped in the pump during 

operation it may turn to steam. Trapped steam may cause an 
explosion resulting in injury or property damage. Never run the 
pump with the outlet closed or obstructed.

 Risk of freezing. 

Do not allow pump, piping, or any 

other system component containing water to freeze. Freezing 
may damage system, leading to injury or flooding. Allowing 
pump or system components to freeze will void the warranty.

NOTICE

 only service agent or qualified person should replace 

power cord to avoid injury.

Periodically inspect pump and system components.

Wear safety glasses at all times when working on pumps.

Keep work area clean, uncluttered and properly lighted; store 
properly all unused tools and equipment.

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS

Locate the Pentair Sta-Rite* nameplate on pump. This plate is 
normally on the pump case or bracket (seal plate). To ensure 
receipt of correct parts, provide all nameplate data when 
ordering. Catalog number is most important to reference. Write 
the nameplate information below, as nameplates can become 
worn or lost.

Model:

S.N. or Date:

Impeller Dia:

Catalog No:

SAFETY INFORMATION

Summary of Contents for 6TS 6"

Page 1: ...pentair com INSTALLATIONAND OPERATIONMANUAL PN524 08 01 20 2020 Pentair All Rights Reserved MODEL6TS6 SUBMERSIBLETURBINES ...

Page 2: ...2 PN524 08 01 20 TABLEOFCONTENTS Safety Information 3 Installation 4 8 Service 9 12 Parts List 13 Troubleshooting 14 Warranty 15 ...

Page 3: ...and local codes and ordinances Consult your local building inspector for code information GENERAL SAFETY Risk of explosion The pump body may explode if used to boost pressure above the pressures noted on Page 3 Do not use this pump with inlet pressure greater than 70 psi 483 kPa or less than 3 psi 20 7 kPa If not already in the piping system install a pressure relief valve in the pump discharge li...

Page 4: ... deep enough to cover the pump unit with water even at extreme pumping rates Typically the pump should be submerged 10 to 20 feet below the lowest water level and at least 5 feet above the bottom of the well Air entrained in the water reduces performance and will dam age the pump Your pump is designed to provide maximum efficiency under specific capacity and head conditions Do not oper ate it beyo...

Page 5: ...pump to reduce flow past shell Table V Cooling Flow Rates Past Submersible Motors Figure 1A Cable Splicing Solid Wire Stranded Wire Figure 1B Stagger Splices and Tape Prepare the cable and make the mechanical connections Figure 1A and splices as follows 1 Cut motor leads and corresponding cable ends at 3 inch spacings to stagger connections for a smooth splice 2 Cut connecting cable to match the m...

Page 6: ...djustable steel band clamps Protect insulation from clamps with pieces of split rubber hose inserted between clamps and cable Attach cable to pipe halfway between clamps with waterproof tape Scotch No 33 or equivalent SUBMERGENCE Be sure the pump is always submerged even at extreme pumping rates Install pump at least 10 to 20 feet below the lowest drawdown water level and at least 5 feet above bot...

Page 7: ...n blow the pump off the riser pipe WELL AND PUMP TEST Check and record static water level of well before starting tests Before making final piping connections test flow rate capacity and condition of well NOTICE Do not operate pump with discharge valve closed Operate pump only within pressure and flow limits of operating range established by performance curve NOTICE If sand is present in discharge...

Page 8: ... C For each hookup find current value farthest from aver age Calculate the greatest current difference from the average Hookup 1 Hookup 2 Hookup 3 Amps Amps Amps Amps Amps Amps Amps Amps Amps D Divide this difference by the average to obtain the percentage of unbalance Hookup 1 x100 Hookup 2 x100 Hookup 3 x100 Use hookup with smallest percentage unbalance Figure 3 Voltage Test VOLTAGE TEST FIGURE ...

Page 9: ...ed pump from well for cleaning To prevent pump from locking again when reinstalled clean the well thoroughly before reinstalling the pump SERVICE CLEANING SANDLOCKED PUMP 1 Insert a reducing bushing in discharge adapter cap to receive a hose coupling 2 Use a hose to flush pump backwards discharge to suction Oscillate shaft backwards and forwards with a pump pliers and backwash pump for several min...

Page 10: ...ump from well and repair unit NOTICE Be sure to include cable and winding resistance Multiply cable length by the per foot cable resistance see Table IV Page 2 and add winding resistance from motor chart to get total GROUND CHECK FIGURE 6 1 Shut off main power supply and disconnect motor wires 2 Attach one ohmmeter lead to pipe or METAL well casing and the other lead in turn to each individual mot...

Page 11: ...Stage Spacer Follow it with another Stage Spacer 13 Repeat steps 8 10 11 and 12 until you have installed all the intermediate stages You do not need to repeat the axial clearance check at every stage 14 Slide the last Impeller over the Shaft until it rests on the Stage Spacer Follow it with the Discharge Shaft Spacer and the Bearing Journal Key Nos 7 and 6 DISASSEMBLY MIXED FLOW Please refer to th...

Page 12: ... If voltage is more than 110 or less than 90 of rated voltage consult power company SERVICE 15 Put the Rotor Compression Washer Key No 5 on the Discharge Spacer and lock it with the Rotor Compression Capscrew Key No 4 NOTE Use Loctite Threadlocker on the capscrew threads 16 Slide the Top Bowl over the shaft and seat it 17 Install the Check Valve Poppet on top of the last Bowl 18 Install the Discha...

Page 13: ...on Washer 1 6 Bearing Journal 1 7 Dishcharge Shaft Spacer 1 8 Impeller 9 Bowl w Diffuser 10 Stage Spacer 11 Distance Sleeve 1 12 Stainless Washer 1 13 Fiber Washer 1 14 Thrust Washer 1 15 Thrust Shaft Spacer 1 KEY DESCRIPTION QTY 16 Strap Nut 4 17 Lock Washer 4 18 Strap Capscrew 4 19 Inlet Shaft Spacer 1 20 First Stage Adapter 1 21 Strap 4 22 Cable Guard Bracket 2 23 Cable Guard 1 24 Suction Scree...

Page 14: ...circuit breaker tripped 2 Voltage does not reach terminals 3 Loose wire in control box 4 Defective magnetic controller coil 1 Reset circuit breakers or replace fuses 2 3 Phase Check voltage at controller between wire pairs L1 L3 L3 L2 L2 L1 Single Phase Check voltage between L1 and L2 on box terminal strip 3 Check and tighten all wires 4 Check starter and coil Pump does not shut off 1 Cable leads ...

Page 15: ...e protected by three leg ambient compensated extra quick trip overload relays of the recommended size or the warranty is void All impeller diameters specified in the BEC2 pump sizing program have been tested and determined to not exceed the service factor of the specified motor Oversized impeller diameters can be requested however use of an oversized impeller will void any warranty claims Your onl...

Page 16: ...ty of their respective owners Because we are continuously improving our products and services Pentair reserves the right to change specifications without prior notice Pentair is an equal opportunity employer P524 08 01 2020 2020 Pentair All Rights Reserved 293 Wright Street Delavan WI 53115 Ph 888 237 5353 Orders Fax 800 321 8793 pentair com ...

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