Installation / Operation
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For parts or assistance, call Flotec Customer Service at
1-800-365-6832
To reduce friction losses to a minimum, inlet (suction) line
should be
short
and have as few elbows as possible.
The pump has a 3/4" NPT inlet opening. The inlet and
outlet lines should be 1".
An inlet strainer will prevent suspended debris from clog-
ging pump.
The internal running surfaces of the pump and seals
require water lubrication for good, consistent operation.
Allowing pump to run dry will severely damage pump
and seals.
Install a pressure gauge in pump inlet line. Keep at least
two pounds per square inch pressure (2 PSI) in inlet line
whenever pump is operating. If this is not possible, consult
customer service representative.
LUBRICATION
It is not necessary to lubricate pump or motor. The motor
is equipped with sealed ball bearings, lubricated for the
life of the bearing. The mechanical shaft seal in the pump
is self-lubricating and requires no adjustment. Disassemble
pump to replace seal (See “Maintenance”, Pages 8 to 9).
OPERATION
If the pump is not connected to a pressurized source, it
must first be primed. Prime the pump by filling the suction
pipe and pump body with water.
NOTICE:
Observe the following precautions when operat-
ing the pump:
1.
Keep the motor dry! Do not
direct stream from pump
discharge onto the motor!
2.
Hazardous pressure. Do not
run the
pump with discharge shutoff, as hose may burst or
pump may be damaged due to high temperatures.
3.
Do not
use a standard trigger gun with this pump. Use
only trigger guns with an automatic weeping feature.
These are available as accessories and are provided
with three nozzles. The smallest nozzle restricts the
flow, allowing use of a smaller water source. The two
larger nozzles are used if the water source will supply
the pump’s full capacity.
4.
Do not
run pump dry; to do so may damage the seal.
5. To avoid internal damage to pump,
Do not
operate
with water temperature above 175 degrees F.
Figure 4 – Wall mounted to pressurized service line.
To Power
Gate Valve or Hose Bibb
Male Pipe to Male Hose Adapter
Male Pipe to Male Hose Adapter
High Pressure Hose with two
Female Connections
Service Line
Male Pipe to Male Hose Adapter
(Suction)
(Discharge)
Female Hose Connection
High Pressure Hose
Gun Nozzle
Weeping Type
ONLY
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Figure 3 – Cistern or shallow well installation.
Male Pipe to Male Hose Adapter
Female Hose Connection
Male Hose
Connection
High Pressure
Hose
15 Feet
Maximum
Gun Nozzle
Weeping Type
ONLY
Priming Plug
Tee
90 Elbow
Water Supply
Foot Valve
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