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BOOSTAMATIC

PRESSURE CONTROL PUMPS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Please leave this instruction booklet with the pump as it

contains maintenance and safety information

(Original Instructions)

Summary of Contents for Boostamatic 4000

Page 1: ...BOOSTAMATIC PRESSURE CONTROL PUMPS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Please leave this instruction booklet with the pump as it contains maintenance and safety information Original Instructions ...

Page 2: ...stored hot or cold clean fresh water systems where under gravity no flow is available Other clean non aggressive non explosive liquids with similar characteristics to water may be pumped consult Stuart Turner for such applications WARNING AGAINST MISUSE This pump set must not be used for any other application without the written consent of Stuart Turner Limited and in particular must not be connec...

Page 3: ...echnical specification section Pump Close coupled to motor 4000 6000 are of single stage end suction peripheral design K7 2 is of single stage end suction centrifugal design L5 4S L7 4S are of four stage end suction centrifugal design Standard pump materials of construction of major wetted parts are as follows Model Body Impeller Shaft Mechanical Seal 4000 Brass Brass Stainless Steel Nitrile Carbo...

Page 4: ...id Temp o C Note Min Liquid Temp o C Max Suction Lift m Note Max No Starts h Cut in Pressure bar Cut Out Flow l min Max Working Pressure kPa bar Note Max Inlet Head m Max Head m pump closed valve 4000 230 1 50 65 4 4 6 60 1 4 1 0 600 6 13 29 5 6000 230 1 50 65 4 4 6 60 1 4 1 0 600 6 13 41 0 K7 2 230 1 50 65 4 4 6 60 0 8 1 0 600 6 8 13 5 L5 4S 230 1 50 65 4 4 6 60 1 8 1 0 700 7 13 45 0 L7 4S 230 1 ...

Page 5: ...1 Female G 1 Female 1 6000 G 1 Female G 1 Female 1 K7 2 G 1 Female G 1 Female 3 L5 4S G 1 Female G 1 Female 2 L7 4S G 1 Female G 1 Female 2 PUMPS Fig 1 Reed Switch Assembly Reed Switch Assembly Reed Switch Assembly Inlet Inlet Inlet Outlet Outlet Outlet Fig 2 Fig 3 ...

Page 6: ...r or bicycle pump prior to installation b To assemble the vessel when applicable remove protective plastic cap from fitting point Ensure that the O ring is present and correctly fitted in the location groove at the bottom of the fitting point Screw the pressure vessel clockwise into the fitting point until hand tight to achieve a water tight connection NOTE Do not over tighten pressure vessel Fig ...

Page 7: ...ain is placed upon the pressure switch or reed switch cables The flow switch assembly can now be carefully rotated to an alternative position Figs 6 7 d Ensure all three grub screws are re tightened securely to a torque of 2 2 Nm 1 62 lbf feet e Re fit the pressure vessel ensuring the O ring seal is in place see pre installation section Fig 5 Grub Screws 3 off Outlet Tower can be swivelled at this...

Page 8: ...urn valves in the suction inlet pipework to the pump The pump must be free to vent to the supply tanks at all time Exceptions can be made in the case of suction lift installations when a footvalve is required although under these conditions it is recommended a suitable pressure relief valve is fitted in the discharge outlet pipework from the pump General Locate the pump in a frost free horizontal ...

Page 9: ... system it is recommended that the inlet pipework is fitted with an inline strainer Pump Mounted Below Liquid Source Flooded Suction Installation Before deciding where to locate the unit check to ensure the static inlet head Fig 9 meets the minimum requirement of 1 metre and does not exceed the maximum given in the limits of application section The static outlet head Fig 9 must also be within the ...

Page 10: ...n piping over the shortest possible distance and ensure there is a constant rise from the liquid source to the pump Any high spots will cause air pockets to form reducing system efficiency Ensure all joints in suction pipework are completely airtight Failure to comply will result in loss of prime The intake of the footvalve strainer should be positioned such that it cannot be blocked with debris o...

Page 11: ...talled by a competent person In the interests of electrical safety a 30 mA residual current device R C D should be installed in the supply circuit This may be part of a consumer unit or a separate unit Before starting work on the electrical installation ensure the power supply is isolated This appliance must be earthed The motor and wiring must not be exposed to water Do not allow the supply cord ...

Page 12: ...L or coloured red Wiring Diagrams The supply cord and internal wiring within the terminal box are routed and secured to ensure compliance with the electrical standard EN 60335 1 It is essential that any disturbance of this internal wiring is avoided and the factory routing and securing of all internal wiring is always maintained Fuses The following fuse size should be used with the appropriate pum...

Page 13: ...VV F3 G 0 75 mm 6 Amp rating L5 4S L7 4S HO7RN F3 G 1 0 mm 10 Amp rating If the supply cord is to be extended a cord of the same specification should be used Any connections or junction boxes used should be specifically suited for the application and installed in accordance with the manufacturers instructions NOISE The equivalent continuous A weighted sound pressure level at a distance of 1 metre ...

Page 14: ...ibed in priming section Do not run pump dry 3 Ensure electrical supply is compatible with the details that are stated on the pump rating plate The wrong voltage or frequency can be dangerous and may damage the pump 4 Priming a Flooded suction installation The pump must be primed filled with liquid before starting Turn on liquid supply prime and vent the pump by unscrewing the priming plug Figs 15 ...

Page 15: ...Care should be taken to protect pump from frost and freezing If possible site the pump in a location where in the unlikely event of a liquid leak any spillage is contained or routed to avoid electrics or areas sensitive to liquid damage Cleaners disinfectants and descalents On installations where chemical disinfectants or descalents are periodically used the compatibility of the chemical solution ...

Page 16: ...or long periods We recommend the pump is run for at least 5 minutes every four weeks to exercise all working parts Run on cool water 6 After maintenance is completed refer to the starting and commissioning sections for instructions on re starting pump STORAGE If this product is not installed immediately on receipt ensure that it is stored in a dry frost and vibration free location in its original ...

Page 17: ...sult makers instructions Pump starts when outlets are off Leak in system Check tap washers w c valve washers pipe joints or Pump cycles hunts on off frequently Low pre charge pressure in pressure vessel Check pre charge pressure in pressure vessel see maintenance section Debris under non return valve sealing face Run at full flow to try and flush away debris or remove clean or replace non return v...

Page 18: ...e water starvation condition remains present the pump will then stop operation after a 1 minute period 6 The pump will remain in the off condition for a period of 5 minutes 7 The pump will then re start and if the water starvation condition remains present the pump will then stop operation after a 1 minute period 8 After three consecutive resets are performed the pump will remain in the off condit...

Page 19: ...power supply is switched on 4 Position the magnet directly in front of the reed clamp as shown If pump does not start then slowly move the magnet up and down to a position that exceeds the extent of the reed clamp The pump should instantaneously start at some point during this extent of movement If this does not happen this indicates a possible fault with the reed switch or the P C B which is loca...

Page 20: ... proof of purchase or the pump serial number This guarantee is in addition to your statutory rights as a consumer If you are in any doubt as to these rights please contact your local Trading Standards Department or Citizen s Advice Bureau In the event of a claim please telephone Stuart Turner Limited on 0844 980 0097 or return your pump and flexible hoses with accessories removed plugs pipes etc I...

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