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PISTON PUMP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: Read carefully this instruction manual before installing or operating the pump.
Read with attention the security warning messages.
ATTENTION:
⇒ Read instructions before operating the pump.
⇒ The electrical installation must be in accordance with the Local guide of electricity and with all other
applicable local codes and rules.
WARNING - ELECTROCUTION RISK:
⇒ Call upon a qualified electrician for the motor's electrical supply.
⇒ Make sure that the motor is correctly grounded and that all connections are safe and watertight.
⇒ Before proceeding with the maintenance of the pump, always shut down the motor's electrical supply.
1) Unscrew the plug (#94) on the pump body and fill pump body with 7 ounces (200 ml) of SAE-
30 oil, filler hole location is indicated by arrow on the window.
2) Choose a location for your pump as close as possible to the water supply.
recommended to install a suction pipe of 1 ¼" (minimum). Piping should be arrange with
a gradual incline to the water source, without links.
3) Install foot valve assembly on the suction line, and place line into well below the water level.
• Remove the priming plug (#89) from the air chamber
• Fill water box
• Put the priming plug back in its place
• Start the pump.
The pump should be now in normal operation
1) Periodically check the oil level in the pump body.
2) Slightly tighten the packing retainer nut (#75) .
3) For replacement parts and repair kits contact your local dealer or the manufacturer if a dealer
is not available.
If your pump is not to be operated during winter, carefully follow the present instructions for
draining pump. You will then eliminate the possibilities of cracking the water box that could be
caused by freezing :
• Remove primer plug (#89)
• Remove drain plugs (#94) located under water bos (#88)
• Start and run pump for a few seconds to completely drain.
Suction and discharge lines should be removed for storage.
PROBLEMS
Motor rumbles but do not start.
Motor stops and starts too often Check: a) Not enough air in tank b) Air valve blocked.
Air is discharged with water.
Overheating motor.
Pump does not maintain loaded
No water in tank.
Low pressure.
SECURITY - DANGER
Start up
Priming
Maintenance
Winterizing
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Check : a) Voltage b) Tension of packing box nut c) Tension on ''V'' belt
Air/water ratio incorrect, too much air in tank or using of diaphragm tank.
Check : a) Air valve operation b) Leak in suction pipe or packing box
c) Water level lower than suction line, add pipe if 25 feet (7,62m) of vertical
line is not already used
Check : a) Wiring b) ''V'' belt tension
Check : a) Foot valve b) Piping c) Water level in well d) Dirt under
rubber valve
Check: a) Leak b) the water level it must always be above the foot valve.
Check : a) Piston leather b) Dirt under rubber valve
Replace parts if necessary.
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