Introduction - GE OSMONICS TONKAFLO SS Series Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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INTRODUCTION

This manual contains information important to the installation, operation, and maintenance
of your Tonkaflo
designed for reliable service in many types of pumping applications. Proper installation and
normal maintenance will help insure extended pump life and prevent costly downtime.
Before installing and operating your Tonkaflo pump, read these instructions carefully and
keep the manual handy for future reference.
maintenance only.
Further information may be obtained by contacting your local Tonkaflo pump distributor or
Osmonics. Contact Osmonics at:
GE Infrastructure
Water & Process Technologies
5951 Clearwater Drive
Minnetonka, MN
55343-8995
USA
Phone:
Fax:
Toll Free:
This manual is not intended for repair or overhaul of the Tonkaflo pump liquid end.
Only the factory or those who have successfully completed the Factory Service School and
have been certified are authorized to repair, service, or overhaul Tonkaflo pump liquid ends.
Your new Tonkaflo multi-stage centrifugal pump is designed for quiet, smooth running, and
highly efficient operation. The seven series of Tonkaflo pumps range in capacities from 2 -
300 gpm (0.45 - 68.1 m
of construction make Tonkaflo pumps suitable for many chemical and pure water
applications.
The Tonkaflo pump's unique modular design allows the user to choose the number of stages
that most closely match the desired performance, and thereby achieve the highest pumping
efficiency. Unlike many other pump manufacturers, GE will produce pumps to fit your
particular applications should a standard model pump not suit your requirements.
NOTE: This manual, along with all other manuals, is available at www.gewater.com.
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high-pressure multi-stage centrifugal pump. The Tonkaflo pump has been
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This manual is intended for general
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