GENERAL
Centrifugal pumps, when properly installed and when
given reasonable care and maintenance, should operate
satisfactorily. The following paragraphs discuss the
general principles that must be considered to ensure
trouble free pump operation.
INSPECT THE SHIPMENT
All pumps are tested, crated and inspected to ensure their
arrival in good condition. Occasionally, products may
become damaged during shipment. When the pump is
received, examine it closely to make sure there is no
damage or broken parts. If damage is evident, then report
this fact immediately to either the carrier that made the
shipment or the dealer from which pump was purchased.
LOCATION OF UNIT
The pump should be as near the liquid source as practical
so that a short, direct suction pipe may be used. A short,
direct discharge pipe, with the least number of elbows and
fi ttings, should be used to minimize head loss. If practical,
it should be placed so that it will be accessible for
inspection during operation. Head room should be
provided where it is necessary to use lifting devices. The
equipment selected should be compatible with the
environment. Pumps and motors should be protected
against fl ooding.
FOUNDATION
The foundation should be suffi cient to absorb vibration
and to form a permanent, rigid support for the close
coupled pump. A concrete foundation on a solid base
should be satisfactory. Foundation bolts of the proper size
should be embedded in the concrete.
Hazardous voltage.
Can shock, burn, or
cause death.
Ground pump before
connecting to power
supply. Disconnect
power before working
on pump, motor
or tank.
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CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
READ AND FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this
symbol on your pump or in this manual, look for one
of the following signal words and be alert to the potential
for personal injury:
warns about hazards that will cause serious
personal injury, death or major property damage if
ignored.
warns about hazards that can cause serious
personal injury, death or major property damage if
ignored.
warns about
hazards that will or can cause
minor personal injury or major
property damage if ignored.
The label
NOTICE
indicates
special instructions, which are
important but not related to
hazards.
Carefully read and follow
all safety instructions in
this manual and on pump.
Keep safety labels in good
condition.
Replace missing or damaged
safety labels.
Wire motor for correct voltage.
See motor nameplate.
Ground motor before connecting to power supply.
RECORDING MODEL & SERIAL NUMBERS
Please record the model and serial number for your
Franklin Electric pump. These numbers will be needed
when ordering parts for repair.
Pump Model:
Motor Model No.:
Motor Model Mfr.:
INSTALLATION OF CLOSE COUPLED PUMPS
Enough clearance should be provided at the rear of the
motor so that it, and the bracket-impeller assembly, can
be removed from the pump casing for servicing.
The unit is to be positioned and bolted to the foundation or
bedplate so that no piping strain is exerted on the suction
and discharge connections. Shim where necessary under
the mounting feet of the close coupled pumps so that the
