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TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Safety Instructions ......................................................................2
Applications, Operating Ranges and Specifications ...............2–3
Installation ...............................................................................3–4
Electrical .....................................................................................5
Operation .................................................................................5–8
Maintenance ..........................................................................9–13
Troubleshooting Guide .............................................................14
Repair Parts ...............................................................................15
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this
manual or on pump.
This is the safety alert. 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.
The word NOTICE indicates special instructions that are
important but not related to hazards.
To avoid serious or fatal personal injury and possible property
damage, carefully read and follow the safety instructions.
1. Install pump according to all code requirements.
2. Compare pump nameplate data with desired operating
range.
3. Pump only liquids that are compatible with pump
component materials (that is, that will not attack the
pump). For liquids other than water, consult chemical
compatability charts.
4. If in any doubt about chemical compatability with the
pump, consult the factory for further information.
5. Do not pump strong acids or caustics with this pump.
6. Make sure plumbing is adequate to handle system
pressure.
7. Periodically perform maintenance inspection on pump
and system components.
8. Wear safety glasses at all times when working on pumps.
INSPECT THE SHIPMENT:
The vertical multistage centrifugal in-line pump has been
carefully inspected and packaged to assure safe delivery. Inspect
the pump and fittings and report to the carrier any items that are
damaged or missing.
CONFIRM THAT YOU HAVE THE RIGHT PUMP:
APPLICATIONS AND OPERATING RANGES:
Pentair multistage in-line centrifugal pumps are designed for
liquid transfer, circulation, and pressure boosting of hot or cold
clean water or other thin, nonexplosive liquids, not containing
solid particles or fibers, which will not chemically attack the
pump materials.
Typical applications include:
• Municipal water supply and pressure boosting
• Boiler feed and condensate systems
• Cooling water systems
• Irrigation
• Fire fighting
PVM32 SPECIFICATIONS:
Maximum Operating Temperature ..................................... 250°F
Liquid Temperature Range ..................................+5°F to +250°F
Minimum Suction Pipe Size ................2-1/2" Nominal Diameter
Minimum Pumping Rate:
Up to 175°F .................................................................. 15 GPM
175°F to 250°F ............................................................. 35 GPM
Danger:
Warns about hazards that will cause
serious personal injury, death or major property
damage if ignored.
Warning:
Warns about hazards that can cause
serious personal injury, death or major property
damage if ignored.
Caution:
Warns about hazards that will or can
cause minor personal injury or property damage if
ignored.
PVM32-8-2
Pentair Vertical
Multistage Pump
Nominal flow rate in m
3
/hr
(multiply by 4.4 to get GPM)
Number of stages
Number of reduced diameter impellers
MODEL #
GPM
HP
PART #
FEET
PRESS.
MAX (PSI)
MFG. DATE
RPM
TEMP. MAX (F)
Figure 1. Model plate information.
Warning:
Hazardous Pressure
and Temperature
Risk of explosion or seal failure if operating pressure or
temperature limits are exceeded.
Warning:
California proposition 65 warning
This product and related accessories contain chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm.