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Pump
It is important to realise that the closer the
pump is placed to the water supply the better
the performance will be.
To ensure maximum performance of the
Aussie self priming pump, select a site that will
permit the shortest and most direct suction
piping along with the lowest vertical lift.
Connecting Suction Hose
Use commercially available hosing, hose
connectors and hose bands. The suction
hose must be of reinforced non collapsible
construction. Suction hose length should not
be longer than necessary as the longer the
suction hose, the lower delivery performance
of the pump. Self priming time is also
proportional to suction hose length!
A strainer should always be used on the end
of the suction hose to keep solids out of the
pump.
Check carefully to make sure there are no air
leaks in the suction line and that the rubber
gaskets are in good condition.
Priming
Remove the priming cap at the top of the
delivery port. Fill pump body with water and
refit priming cap tightly.
Open gate valve on delivery line if fitted, turn
on engine and run at full speed during priming.
Allow up to 3 minutes to prime.
Never attempt to operate pump without
priming first. Extended dry operation will
destroy pump seal.
If unit has been run dry, stop the engine
immediately, allow the pump to cool before
adding priming water.
Hydraulic Shock
If the water flow is suddenly terminated by
closing a valve, without stopping the pump
first, it can cause hydraulic shock. This can
travel back to the pump causing serious
damage. To prevent pump damage install a
by-pass or safety relief valve.
Cavitation
Your pump is cavitating if knocking noises and
vibrations can be heard while it is operating. If
you continue to operate your pump when it is
cavitating, it will be damaged.
Avoiding Cavitation
•
Minimise the number of valves and bends
in suction line
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Suction length should be as short as
possible
•
Suction pipe should be at least the same
diameter or larger than the pump inlet
•
Use long radius bends
•
Do not allow air into the suction line
•
Ensure adequate submergence, at least 5
times the suction hose diameter
Handy service hints
1. To maximize pump life, drain pump after
use and flush out with clean, fresh water.
2. Read engine manufacturer's owner's
manual thoroughly and service as
recommended.
3. Store pump in a dry, safe location when
not in use.
4. If storing for long periods, drain fuel from
engine and tank.
5. Aussie Quik Prime pumps are specifically
designed to pump water. Pumping other
liquids may shorten life and impact on
warranty.
6. Pumping water containing solids will
prematurely wear pump components, and
may impact warranty.
7. Ensure that the correct size strainer is
installed on the suction hose at all times,
even on trash pumps.
Aussie QP 5 year warranty
Australian Pump warrants all Aussie QP self
priming centrifugal pumps, whether used for
domestic or commercial applications, to be
free of faulty workmanship or material for a
period of 5 years from the date of supply to
the end user.
Aussie will replace or repair, at their discretion,
any faulty pump free of charge subject to the
following conditions.
AUSSIE PUMP 5 YEAR WARRANTY
EXCLUSIONS:
1. Normal wear and tear, misuse, improper
installation, negligent handling, failure to
follow operating instructions or to carry
out maintenance.
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