OM-06575
PA SERIES
OPERATION
PAGE C - 3
When pumps are first started, the bearings may
seem to run at temperatures above normal. Con
tinued operation should bring the temperatures
down to normal levels.
COLD WEATHER PRESERVATION
If the pump will be idle for an extended period of
time in below freezing conditions, drain the pump
and priming hopper to prevent damage from freez
ing. Also, clean out any solids by flushing with a
hose. Operate the pump for approximately one
minute; this will remove any remaining liquid that
could freeze the pump rotating parts. If the pump
will be idle for more than a few hours, or if it has
been pumping liquids containing a large amount of
solids, drain the pump, and flush it thoroughly with
clean water. To prevent large solids from clogging
the drain port and preventing the pump from com
pletely draining, insert a rod or stiff wire in the drain
port, and agitate the liquid during the draining
process. Clean out any remaining solids by flush
ing with a hose.
If the pump is to be installed in an environment
where sub‐freezing temperatures will occur during
operation, consideration must be given to prevent
the pump and components from freezing when the
pump is idle between pumping cycles. Refer to
COLD WEATHER INSTALLATION
in the
Installa
tion
section of this manual for details.
