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WARNING!!!
Do not remove plates, covers, gauges, pipe plugs, or fittings from an overheated pump. Vapor
pressure within the pump can cause parts being disengaged to be ejected with great force.
Allow the pump to cool before servicing.
WARNING!!!
Do not operate the pump against a closed discharge valve for long periods of time. If operated
against a closed discharge valve, pump components will deteriorate, and the liquid could come
to a boil, build pressure, and cause the pump casing to rupture or explode.
WARNING!!!
Remove suction and discharge piping from pump prior to moving. Use lifting and moving
equipment with adequate capacity and in good repair.
INSTALLATION
Use the following guidelines when installing your new Elite Series Self Priming Pump.
WARNING!!!
Review safety information in safety information section. This section is intended to outline
general recommendations and practices required to position and arrange the pump and piping
in static lift situations. If installing the unit in flooded suction applications some of the
information will need to be tailored to the specific application. Never exceed the maximum
permissible operating pressure of the pump as shown on the pump performance curve.
FOUNDATION/BASE PLATE/SKID
If using a concrete foundation it should be rigid enough to inhibit vibration. Pour the
foundation well in advance of installation of pump equipment to allow time for drying and
curing.
If the pump is to be mounted on a steel frame, or similar structure, it should be set directly over
the supporting beams. These beams and the structure must be rigid enough to prevent
distortion and potential misalignment due to movement within the structure or base.
The location of this structure should be as close as possible to the pumpage source. Provide
adequate space for operation, maintenance and inspection of the pump and equipment.
The concrete foundation should be provided with anchor bolts for attachment to the base plate.
If required, provide adequate drainage to keep pump and motor dry and clean. Also, provide
either leveling nuts or leveling wedges for mounting the base plate to the foundation.
LEVELING
When mounting the base plate to the foundation use the leveling nuts or wedges to provide a
level, flat base plate. Use a machinist's level on the mounting pads and make adjustments as
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