CIRCULATOR PUMP FUNCTION AND APPLICATION
1. Maximum Mains Pressure 500kPa as per AS 3500.1
2. Maximum water temperature of 110°C
!! IMPORTANT !!
Tempering valves should be installed in accordance
with Australian Standard AS3500.4.2 Clause 1.6. and manufacturer’s
instructions.
3. This pump is used to circulate clean, fresh hot water around a ring main
so users have quick access to hot water when the pump is on.
4. Cold water applications are also suitable, minimum water temperature
of 5°C
5. It cannot be used if the pipework is not in a ring configuration
–
the
water must be able to
CIRCULATE
.
6. Ensure the pump is sized correctly according to the demand.
7. To reduce power cost and prolong the life of the pump it is
recommended that the pump is coupled with a timer, and the timer is
set so that the pump only turns on when there is likely to be demand
for hot water.
8. The pump must be installed in the correct orientation, the motor shaft
must always be HORIZONTAL, refer to page 5
9. Always bleed the air out of the pump before turning it on, refer page 6
10. The pump must be protected from the weather, if used outdoors it
must have a weatherproof shelter installed.
11. It is the installers responsibility to ensure that the installation is
compliant with relevant PLUMBING and ELECTRICAL regulations and
LOCAL COUNCIL or SHIRE regulations or by-laws.
12. It is not recommended to mix different brands of pumps in the one ring-
main, it can lead to water hammer and destroy the pump impellers, this
situation is not covered by warranty.
WARNING!!
This pump is not approved nor intended for use in swimming
pools, spa pools or spa baths.
TIP: use pipe lagging to reduce heat loss in the ring-main
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