August 2010
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Accessories
39. Suction diffuser- IOM
39.1 Installation
1. Install suction diffuser in piping with proper flow di-
rection as indicated on diffuser.
2. Provide appropriate clearance in back of diffuser for
removal of strainer (Fig. 2, Po no. 3).
3. Use support foot to adjust the height (Fig. 2,
Po no. 7).
4. Flush system piping and operate pumps for initial
circulation of system.
5. After initial system circulation is complete, remove
and discard the temporary mesh screen (See Fig. 2,
Po no. 6). Do not discard the permanent screen.
Installation
Fig. 1
Pump installation with suction diffuser
(1)
39.2 Operation and Maintenance
Periodically (dependent on system conditions) open the
suction diffuser and clean debris from strainer basket.
Inspect strainer for holes. Replace if damaged.
39.3 Sectional drawing and components
Fig. 2
Sectional drawing of a suction diffuser
TM
04
00
96
49
07
When using inertia base, the suction diffuser
must also be footed on the base along with
the pump.
Caution
Caution
TM
04
705
0
151
0
Po no. Description
Po no. Description
1
Body
5
Drain plug
2
Cover
6
Screen (temporary)
3
Screen (permanent)
7
Bolt, nut (support
foot)
4
O-ring
Suc
tion
Diffuser
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