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Choosing my well pump
Submersible well pumps are designed for use in home water
systems and farm applications.
• 1/2 HP, 3/4 HP, 1 HP, and 1-1/2 HP models.
• 2-Wire and 3-Wire models.
• 4" wells, 1-1/4" discharge.
• Special orders available.
What is the difference between
2-wire and 3-wire pumps?
There is little difference in the operation of 2-wire or
3-wire pumps. It is simply a matter of personal preference,
and a slight difference in electrical connections. The
pumps are classified simply by the number of wires
connected to the pump motor, 2 wires (plus ground) or
3 wires (plus ground). A 3-wire pump requires a control
box; a 2-wire pump does not require a control box.
A 3-wire pump start capacitor is located in a separate control
box above ground, thus the need for an additional wire. Please
note that the control box must be compatible with the pump.
What size pump do I need?
Proper pump selection and sizing depends on two factors.
1. WATER REQUIREMENTS
Pump capacity in GPM should equal the total number of
water fixtures in the home. If you have 4 fixtures in the
bathroom, 4 fixtures in the kitchen, and 2 outside fixtures,
your total fixture count is 10; therefore, your water
requirement is 10 gallons per minute.
2. WATER AVAILABILITY
A pressure tank is required to store water for daily use
without requiring the pump to run for each use.
Generally the more horsepower, the greater the pumping
capacity. However, consumers who over-buy thinking bigger
is better, often create an even greater problem of rapid
cycling, meaning the pump turns on and off too often,
which can lead to motor burnout. Refer to the performance
table on page 4 to determine which pump best fits your
needs. The performance table illustrates each model’s
pumping capacity in gallons per minute (GPM) as compared
to various depths measured in feet.
What materials will I need for
installation?
What size wire will I need?
Electrical cable (see size chart), RHS-3 insulation splice kit,
ground wire, flexible plastic pipe (we recommend 1-1/4"
diameter schedule 40 pipe to 60 ft. depth or schedule 80 pipe
to 200 ft. depth) hose clamps and pipe fittings, and RCV-12
check valve for 1-1/4" diameter pipe. Please note: For a 12
gallon per minute or less, one inch diameter pipe may be used.
Also well seal or pitless adapter with galvanized riser pipe.
RPS pressure switch, RG-2 pressure gauge, RPH-1 voltage surge
protector, and a RTA10-12 torque arrestor.
What tools will I need for
installation?
You will need a hacksaw, screwdriver, pliers, hammer, 2 pipe
wrenches, adjustable wrench (medium - large), wire cutters,
wire strippers, an ohmmeter, propane torch, plastic tape and
a knife or round file for smoothing inside of plastic pipe
connections. You may also need a cord or fishing line, small
weight, tripod, pipe clamps and a pulley system for pulling and
lowering the pump and piping units into place.
115
230
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
230
230
230
230
230
230
230
1/2
3/4
1
1-1/2
1/2
1/2
3/4
1
1-1/2
11.9
5.9
5.9
8.0
8.0
9.6
9.6
13.1
11.6
400'
300'
250'
190'
160'
650'
480'
400'
310'
R200A
R201A
R202A
R203A
R302A
R3183A
R30610A
R314A
R3184A
R3254A
R3354A
MODEL
NUMBER
HP
2 WIRE
or
3
WIRE
VOLTAGE
MAX.
AMPS
14
12
MAX. CABLE
LENGTH
USING AWG
CABLE
250'
1020'
760'
630'
480'
10
100'
R300A
R3065A
3
230
2
13.2 150' 250' 390'
R32551A
R33551A
R301A
R3067A
R3207A
R214A
R2254A
R2354A
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