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PUMP CONNECTIONS
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Do not use stainless steel, chrome or nickel plated pipe with the
flexible hose push-in plumbing connections.
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Do not introduce solder flux into the joint or surrounding area as
connectors will be attacked and will fail.
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All solder joints should be completed and flux residues removed
before final connection to push-in connections, on the flexible
hose.
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Do not allow contact with oil or cellulose based paints, paint
thinners or strippers, acid based descalents or aggressive
cleaning agents.
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Never operate pump with inlet and/or outlet isolating valves in
the closed position. Damage will occur!
8.1
Flexible Inlet and Outlet Hoses
The pump inlet and outlet ports are threaded G ¾ M. These ports are provided
with a flat sealing face suitable for use with an appropriately sized flat faced fitting
and fibre or rubber washer. Ensure a water tight seal is achieved when the pump is
both stationary and running.
Figure 6
Use correct tool for opening and closing integrated isolating valve to prevent
damage.
Please note
these valves are of quarter turn design, rotate clockwise to close and
anti-clockwise to open. Failure to comply with these instructions could lead to
valve damage.
WARNING
: Pump must not run with valve closed.
Flexible hoses with integral isolating valves do not replace system isolation valves
which must be installed.
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