Pump Location - Stuart Turner Monsoon U1.5 bar Twin Installation Instructions Manual

STEP 2: PUMP LOCATION
WARNINGS:

Pump Location

If possible site the pump in a location where in the unlikely event of a
water leak, any spillage is contained or routed to avoid electrics or
areas sensitive to water damage.
Care should be taken to protect pump from frost and freezing,
particularly when located in a loft installation.
The motor casing can become hot under normal operating conditions,
care should be taken to ensure it cannot be touched during operation.
The pump must not be located where the static pressure on the inlet
or outlet to the pump is greater than permitted. Should the
installation exceed these limits, contact Stuart Turner for further
advice.
The pump must be installed so that the following conditions are met:
Locate the pump in a dry, frost free position where it cannot be sprayed with water. It
should be positioned horizontally on its anti-vibration mounting feet and should not be
screwed down. It should be positioned as close to the water source as possible having a
minimum flooded suction head of 0.5 metres at all times.
The pump has a side mounted terminal box. Ensure the pump is mounted in a position
that allows easy access to the box if required.
Ensure the water flow is in the direction of the arrow that is marked on the flow switch
reed clamp (vertically upwards).
Before deciding where to position the unit, check to ensure the static inlet and outlet
heads of water above the pump (Figs 3 & 4), do not exceed the maximum permitted
limits.
Typical pump locations are in an airing cupboard, or inside a vanity unit with a small
purpose build dry and ventilated enclosure. The enclosure should have a minimum
clearance of 80 mm (3 ") between the pump and housing on all sides. The enclosure
should be secure and access should only be available by the use of tools.
The anti-vibration mounting feet and flexible hoses which are supplied as standard, are
a precaution to reduce noise transmission, however care must be taken when mounting
the pump that any noise is not amplified through loose panels, pipework or other mounting
medium.
The preferred pump location is at floor level next to the hot water cylinder or a level that
is below the secondary tapping that feeds the pump. This will ensure the pump has
access to an air free water supply which is important for trouble free operation (Fig. 3).
Either end of the pump is suitable for hot or cold water.
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