APPLICATION
These pumps are suitable for transferring liquid fertilizer, where the
vertical distance from the pump to the liquid level does not exceed 25
ft. (7.6m). The elevation above sea level and friction losses must be
taken into consideration. This pump has been tested and operated
SAFETY: CAREFULLY READ THESE SAFETY
MESSAGES IN THIS MANUAL AND ON PUMP.
CAUTION
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DO NOT OPERATE THIS PUMP DRY!
•
Review instructions before operating.
WARNING
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Ensure input drives are properly aligned and guarded before
operating.
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Keep all shields and guards in place.
under actual working conditions. Motor, pump and all accessories
found satisfactory. If pumping unit is not performing as specifi ed,
check installation and follow instructions carefully.
PERFORMANCE
Model
HP
Total Head in Feet
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
Flow in GPM
FBSTF-1
1
69
63
45
17
FBSTF-2
2
127
118
103
77
52
23
FBSTF-3
3
150
142
125
100
69
35
FBSTF-5
5
267
240
207
164
110
45
(Based on 3450 RPM)
INSTALLATION
a)
LOCATION (Refer to Fig. 1):
If the pump is intended to be perma-
nently installed, the location should be clean, dry and ventilated. It
should also provide adequate room for drainage and servicing.
The pump should always be located as close as possible to the
source of liquid it will be pumping. This will keep the friction losses
at a minimum and pumping capacities as high as possible.
b)
MOUNTING:
It is recommended that a rigid frame be constructed
to mount the pump transmission and the power source to it in
order to maintain proper shaft alignment. To eliminate creeping,
due to vibration secure the frame to a rigid foundation.
c) ALIGNMENT:
Proper alignment is essential for good mechanical
pump operation and satisfactory life of the transmission
components.
To check proper alignment using a coupling, lay a straight edge
across both coupling halves. Both halves should line up with the
straight edge. Rotate the coupling to check at 3 or 4 positions
and adjust pump unit and/or power source accordingly.
To check for proper alignment using a belt, make sure that the
pulley(s) are in line with each other.
d)
SUCTION LINE:
It is recommended that the size of the suction
line be the same as the tapping size on the pump casing. If the
pump is installed any appreciable distance away from the source
of liquid supply, the suction line should be increased by one size.
The suction line must always slope upwards to the pump to avoid
air pockets in the line.
e)
SUCTION PIPE:
Use thread compound on all pipe joints.
Connections must be tight. Clean, uncorroded pipe is
recommended.
f)
SUCTION HOSE:
If the suction line runs basically vertical, use
an elbow on the hose to prevent kinking. Use thread compound
on all hose joints. Connections must be tight.
FBSTF SERIES
Self-Priming Centrifugal Pumps
OWNER'S MANUAL
WARNING
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Review chemical manufacturer's safety precautions before
handling.
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Make sure all connections are tight.
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Do not breathe or ingest fumes or chemicals.
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Never use with fl ammable fl uids.
BEFORE OPERATING OR INSTALLING
THIS PUMP, READ THIS MANUAL AND
FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
SAFETY WARNINGS
