Operation - Pentair SSJ Series Owner's Manual

Operation

6 0
4 0
2 0
Figure 11: Close Regulator
Figure 12: Fill Pump
ON
OFF
Figure 13: Start Pump
PRIMING THE PUMP
cause pump to overheat, damaging seal and possibly causing burns to
persons handling pump. Fill pump with water before starting.
boil water inside pump, causing hazardous pressure in unit and possibly
scalding persons handling pump.
8 0
1 0 0
NOTICE: Open water system faucets before priming pump for the first time.
1. Remove pressure gauge.
a. Close regulator valve (turn clockwise - see Figure 11).
b. Fill pump and suction pipe with water (Figure 12).
c. Replace pressure gauge, using PTFE pipe thread sealant tape tape on
IMPORTANT: If a priming tee and plug have been provided for a long
horizontal run, be sure to fill suction pipe through this tee and replace
2361a 0697
plug. (Don't forget to use PTFE pipe thread sealant tape on the plug.)
2. Start Pump (Figure 13): Pressure should build rapidly to 50 pounds per
square inch or more as ejector and pump prime.
IF NO PRESSURE OR NO WATER, REPEAT STEPS IN No.1 (above) two or
three times to remove entrapped air from the suction pipes.
3. If, after priming pump several times, no water is pumped, check the
following:
a. Suction pipe in the water and has no leaks.
b. Control valve, check valve, or foot valve installed and operating
c. Pump trying to lift water more than rated lift for deep well ejector
d. Be sure pump is not airlocked. In offset installations, pump suction
2360a 0697
1060 0697
NEVER run pump dry. Running pump without water may
NEVER run pump against closed dis charge, to do so can
thread; tighten gauge.
NOTICE: Air can leak in even where water won't leak out.
Make sure all joints are tight.
correctly.
used (including compensation for horizontal offset). See catalog for
specifications.
port should be highest point in suction pipe; there should be no sags
in suction pipe (run it straight and at a slight angle upward from well
head to pump).
9