CHAPTER 12
OPERATION
SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
To safely realize the full potential of this pump, you need a complete understanding of its operation and a certain
amount of practice with its controls.
solutions, or any other liquid that promotes corrosion can damage the pump.
PUMP PLACEMENT
That will enable the pump to produce the greatest output with the least self-priming time.
Discharge head capability is always greater than suction head capability, so it is important for suction head to be the
shorter part of total head.
Self-priming time is the time it takes the pump to bring water the distance of the suction head during initial operation.
DISCHARGE
HEAD
SUCTION
HEAD
SUCTION HOSE INSTALLATION
must be reinforced with a non-collapsible wall or braided wire construction.
The suction hose should be no longer than necessary. Pump performance is best when the pump is near the water
level, and the hoses are short.
suction. Verify that the hose connector sealing washer is in good condition.
strainer will help to prevent the pump from becoming clogged or damaged by debris.
Securely tighten the hose connector on the pump suction port.
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TOTAL HEAD
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