Dry Test - QED AutoPump AP-3 Operation Manual

AP-3 Manual
STEP 2 - Attach AutoPump Air Hose (green)
a. If a Pump Cycle Counter (PCC) is used, install it downstream of the air
filter regulator and as close to the pump as is reasonable.
b. Attach the AutoPump air hose to the single stage filter/regulator or
optional Pump Cycle Counter (See Figure 4 on page 11)
c. Attach the other end of the AutoPump air hose to the AutoPump.
STEP 3 - Attach Air Exhaust Hose (blue)
a. Attach the air exhaust hose to the AutoPump.
(See Figure 15 and Figure 16)
STEP 4 - Attach System Air Supply Hose (blue)
a. Thread the air hose socket with 1/4-inch MPT to the compressor. Use
Teflon tape or sealant on the threads.
b. Attach the air hose plug end of the system air supply hose to the socket
now attached to the compressor.
c. Attach the socket on the discharge end of the hose to the single stage
filter/regulator. (See Figure 4 on page 11)
The pump will work in a well that is under vacuum, but there are several conditions that must
be considered. (See Appendix D)

Dry Test

Before installing the AutoPump in the recovery well, it is important to test the system for
proper operation. Before beginning this test, make sure that all hoses are properly connected
as described in the previous section.
To test for float movement and air valve actuation follow these steps:
STEP 1 - Drain all fluid from the pump through the bottom inlet check valve
(Bottom-loading) or air inlet fitting (Top-loading).
STEP 2 - Hold the pump horizontally.
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