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FULTZ PUMPS, INC. sampling pump units are warranteed to be free from defects in
material and/or workmanship for a period of thirty (30) days from date of shipment.
The pump head is warranteed to be free from defects in material and/or workmanship
for one (1) year from date of shipment. All requests for warranty service must be
received during the warranty period. Should any unit fail during the warranty period
due to faulty material and/or workmanship, it will be repaired at the factory or
replaced at the option of Fultz Pumps, Inc. All units returned for any warranty claim
must obtain prior factory authorization and shall be shipped freight prepaid. COD
shipments WILL NOT be accepted. The liability of Fultz Pumps, Inc. is limited
exclusively to repair or replacement of defective units. Under no circumstances shall
Fultz Pumps, Inc. be liable for consequential damages of any kind. It shall be the
user's responsibility to insure the suitability of the unit for any intended use, purpose,
or application. In addition, the following items not covered by this warranty shall
include but are not limited to:
-Expendable items such as rotors, tubing, etc.
-Damage due to misuse, carelessness, abuse,
accidents, negligence, corrosion, etc.
-Suitability for specific purpose, use or application.
-Any alteration of any kind.
-Unauthorized repair.
This represents the total of all responsibilities obligated by this warranty.
30 DAY LIMITED FACTORY WARRANTY
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  • Page 1 Fultz Pumps, Inc. All units returned for any warranty claim must obtain prior factory authorization and shall be shipped freight prepaid. COD shipments WILL NOT be accepted.
  • Page 2 Should a malfunction occur, consult the troubleshooting chart for possible causes and/or corrective measures. If the problem persists, call or write the service department at: FULTZ PUMPS, INC. P.O. BOX 550 LEWISTOWN, PA 17044 PHONE 717-248-2300...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION PUMP HEAD CONTROL PANEL HOSE REEL HOSE FRAME POWER SUPPLY OPTIONS TESTING THE PUMP (IN-HOUSE) FIELD USE MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING PUMP DIAGRAM WARRANTY INFORMATION...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION The Fultz Pumps, Inc. line of sampling pump systems have been developed to provide field personnel with a compact portable, self contained unit for the convenient collection of samples from groundwater monitoring wells or similar devices.
  • Page 5: Pump Head

    We recommend the operator always keep a spare set of new rotors on hand. The pump’s electric motor runs on 36V DC power. The pump head specifications are as follows: SP-400 Pump Head Diameter: 1.75” Length: 9.16”...
  • Page 6: Control Panel

    Always turn power off before changing direction of pump or damage to the unit may result Amp Meter - Displays the amperage drawn by the pump. The model SP-300 and SP-400 pumps should draw between 3.5 and 4.5 amps. If the meter is reading 5+ amps, turn the power off and refer to troubleshooting guide or call Fultz Pumps, Inc.
  • Page 7 DC Plug - This jack is for an optional 36V DC battery pack \ Power In / AC or DC - This switch is to select between using the internal AC power supply or an external DC battery source plugged into the DC jack. Flow Rate Knob - Controls the pumping speed.
  • Page 8: Hose Reel

    HOSE REEL A composite hose reel is supplied with the rotating reel model. Reel capacity is 200’ of polyethylene hose or 300’ of Teflon* hose. Brass slip rings in the hub of the reel allow the pump to be run while raising or lowering the pump depth or locked into a stationary position.
  • Page 9: Frame

    FRAME The freestanding tubular frame is designed so one person can easily and comfortable lift and transport the unit. POWER SUPPLY OPTIONS A. Battery Pack - 24V and 36V Battery packs are equipped with gelled electrolyte batteries. This allows the batteries to be shipped and stored in any position without spillage of corrosive materials.
  • Page 10 B. 110V Power Supply - Inputs 110V AC and outputs 36V DC required to run the pump. Use this with any 110V power source (110V generator, 110V wall outlet, etc.) No maintenance is required for this power supply. C. Portable Power Supply Control Case - This briefcase also inputs 110V AC and outputs the 36V DC required to run the pump.
  • Page 11: Testing The Pump (In-House)

    TESTING THE PUMP (IN-HOUSE) Attach pump head and hose quick connect couplings Attach pump head and hose watertight electrical connections. Immerse pump head in sink, bucket or other adequate supply of clean cold water. Make sure inlet screen is completely covered. Do not run pump dry.
  • Page 12: Field Use

    FIELD USE Before placing the pump in the well, establish water levels and well depths for each sampling location. This is necessary to ensure both accurate records as well as minimizing possibility of immersing pump head in mud/sediment at the bottom of the well.
  • Page 13: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Replacement of rotors is the only routine maintenance normally required. To replace rotors, disconnect the pump from the hose, Unscrew the quick connect coupling from the pump and lift off the screen. Remove the screws that hold the pump inlet cone down.
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Possible Cause Remedy No power to pump -Battery pack low -Recharge -Power lead broken -Repair/Resolder -Internal wire dis- -Connect/Repair Connected wire -Water leakage into -Return to factory Motor Pump output reduced -Hose kinked -Straighten hose -Rotors worn -Replace rotors -Screen clogged -Pump in reverse...

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