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Vector 4000 Installation
4 INSTALLATION
4.1 INSPECTION
The pump must be checked upon receipt for any possible
damage or incomplete shipment. Notify Wanner Engineering
of any discrepancies immediately.
Check all boxes or packages containing spare parts or
accessories packed with the pump.
4.2 INSTALLATION PLANNING
Location
1. Locate the pump near the liquid source, so that the suction line
is short and direct.
2. When practical, locate the pump above the level of the liquid; if
the hose fails, the pumpage drains back into the tank.
3. Allow space to remove the front cover, hose, and drive
unit. See Inlet Hose Length Chart (A).
Inlet Hose Length Chart (A)
PUMP
DISTANCE (A)
4003
1.3 ft
4004
1.6 ft
4006
2.6 ft
4007
3.3 ft
4009
3.9 ft
4010
4.6 ft
4014
6.5 ft
Foundation
The foundation should be sufficiently rigid and substantial to
absorb any vibration, and to permanently support the base plate
at all points. A concrete foundation, poured on a solid footing of
adequate thickness to support the pumping unit provides the
most satisfactory foundation.
The base plate should be installed in a level position. The size
and location of the base mounting holes are shown on the pump
specification sheets. Use the dimensions provided in the pump
specification data sheets for general piping.
Note: For a detailed description of proper procedures
for grouting base plates, refer to the Hydraulic Institute
Standards.
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A
Site Plumbing Figure
B
6 to 8 feet
B
6 to 8 feet
W0383A
4.3 PIPING
Inlet piping:
1. Size the inlet line 1.5 or two sizes larger than the pump suction
opening.
2. Suction lines should be as short and direct as possible.
3. See Site Plumbing Figure below. Install 6 to 8 feet of
reinforced flexible hose between pump and rigid piping to
absorb vibration, expansion and contraction, and to make
maintenance easier.
Note: The inlet hose must be capable of withstanding a
vacuum. This avoids hose collapse which will restrict
flow.
4. Install an inlet pressure/vacuum gauge on the inlet side of the
pump.
5. To reduce turbulence and resistance, do not use 90° elbows.
If turns are necessary in the suction line use 45° elbows or
long sweeping elbows when required.
6. Install piping supports where necessary to relieve strain on
the inlet line and to minimize vibration.
7. In some cases, a pulsation dampener may be required to
decrease acceleration head and pulsations. Mount dampener
within ten pipe diameters of the pump suction connection. The
closer the better.
Discharge piping:
1. See Site Plumbing Figure below. Install a length, B,
of reinforced flexible hose (one size larger than pump
connection) between pump and rigid piping. This will absorb
vibration, provide for expansion and contraction. It also
creates a reservoir and eases the replacement of the hose.
2. Size the rigid discharge line to be at least the size of the pump
inlet connection.
3. Install piping supports where necessary to relieve strain on
discharge piping and to minimize vibration.
4. Install a pressure gauge in the discharge piping.
5. In some cases, a pulsation dampener may be required
to decrease pulsations. Mount dampener within ten pipe
diameters of the pump discharge connection. The closer the
better.
6. Install a pressure relief valve to protect the pump and piping.
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PUMP
DISTANCE (B)
4003
2 ft
4004
2 ft
4006
2.5 ft
4007
3 ft
4009
4 ft
4010
5 ft
4014
8 ft
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VEC-991-4000B
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