1/2 HP Deep Well Jet Pump
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1. hole on the front of the pump see Figure 3 Drive Pipe sends water down the NOTICE Always replace the ejector when replacing the well to drive water up through the pump in a shallow well installation Suction Pipe to Pump Suction Step 3 Install the pump and faucet in the system Make sure that all pipe joints in the suction pipe are air tight as well as water tight If the suction pipe can suck air the pump will not be able to pull water from the well step 4 Adjust the pump mounting height so that the plumbing I a connections do not put a strain on the pump body Support the pipe so that the pump body does not take d the weight of piping or fittings Step 5 Run piping from elbow to the household piping The Figure 4 Mount Ejector discharge piping must be at least as large as the elbow a You have just completed the vvell plumbing for your nevv jet pump system a INSTALLATION MODEL XDPM196A3 Figure 5 Cased Well Installation step 1 Remove the control valve from the pump body NOT TO SCALE Replace it with a 1 NPT close nipple it a Suction pipe a 1 x1 NPT elbow and see Figure 1 i from well Step 2 Install the ejector kit Follow the instructions provided with the kit Align the venturi with the top hole on the front of the pump see Figure 6 EA ir l b CASED WELL INSTALLATION fe u AT 2 OR LARGER CASING FIGURE 5 on _ Sanitary well seal Step 3 Mount the pump as close to the well as p2. pre charged tank 1 DISCONNECT POWER adjust or replace pressure switch 2 Close faucets 3 Clean venturi nozzle or impeller 4 Drain tank to air volume control port Check AVC for defects Check all connections for air leaks 5 Check connections 6 Replace foot valve 7 Adjust or replace pressure switch 8 DISCONNECT POWER and open faucets until all pressure is relieved Using tire pressure gauge check air pressure in tank at valve stem located on the tank If less than pressure switch cut in setting 20 40 PSI pump air into tank from outside source until air pressure is 2 PSI less than cut in setting of switch Check air valve for leaks use soapy solution and replace core if necessary Air spurts from faucets 1 Pump is picking up prime 2 Leak in suction side of pump 3 Well is gaseous 4 Intermittent over pumping of well Water drawn down below foot valve 1 When pump has picked up prime it should pump solid water with no air 2 Suction pipe is sucking air Check joints for leaks with Soapy water 3 Consult factory about installing a sleeve in the well 4 Lower foot valve if possible otherwise restrict pump discharge For technical questions call 1 800 665 8685 8353 99 1 2 HP Deep Well Jet Pump FTRY REPAIR PARTS i H 12 i i D Fan I 1 E o Pumps 20 2 22 10 For technical questions call 1 800 665 8685
3. the motor for motor grounding protection If the pressure switch is not connected to the motor connect the ground screw in the switch to the ground screw under the motor end cover Use a solid copper wire at least as large as the power Supply wires step 3 Connect the ground wire to a a grounded lead in a service panel b a metal underground water pipe c metal well casing at least ten feet 3M long d to a ground electrode provided by the power company or the hydro authority step 4 Connect the power supply wires to the pressure switch as shown in Page 4 You have just completed the wiring for your pump Please go to startup preparations on page 6 For technical questions call 1 800 665 8685 FIRY 1 2 HP Deep Well Jet Pump 8393 99 es PREPARING TO START THE PUMP ALL MODELS CAUTION Never run a pump dry Running pump without water may cause pump to overheat damaging seal and possibly causing burns to persons handling pump Fill pump with water before starting is WARNING Never run pump against closed discharge To do so can boil water inside pump causing hazardous pressure in unit risk of explosion and possibly scalding persons handling pump Step 1 Remove the priming plug from the pump and fill the pump fill all piping between the pump and the well and make sure that all pip ing K _ in the well is full see Figure 7 ia Step 2 Replace all fill plugs i al step 3 Power on Start the pump T
4. FTRY 8393 99 ALLS 1 2 HP Deep FIST User Manual Please read and understand all instructions before use Retain this manual for future reference EE FTRY 8393 99 ALLS 1 2 HP Deep Well Jet Pump SPECIFICATIONS Power 120V 60Hz HP 1 2 HP Max flow rate 13 5 GPM Max Head 66 PSI Power cable 3C SJTW 16 AWG 1 6m Max water temperature IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING Read and understand all instructions before using this tool Failure to follow all instructions may result in electric shock fire and or personal injury Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions operating inspection and maintenance instructions When using this tool basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury and or damage to the equipment Note that when this manual refers to a part number it refers to the parts list included SPECIFIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS gt WARNING Hazardous voltage can shock burn or cause death Ground pump before connecting to power supply Disconnect power before working on pump motor or tank Wire motor for correct voltage See Electrical section of this manual and motor nameplate e Ground motor before connecting to power supply e Meet National Electrical Code and local codes for all wiring e Follow wiring instructions in this manual when connecting motor to power lines WARNING Capacitor voltage may be hazardous To discharge motor ca
5. b Check all connections on suction line AVC and ejector with soapy water or shaving cream c Replace foot valve or check valve 2 In installation already in use a Check all connections on suction line and shaft seal b Clean foot valve or strainer c Clean ejector or impeller d Replace check valve or foot valve e Thaw pipes Bury pipes below frost line Heat pit or pump house f Raise foot valve and or strainer above bottom of water source Clean foot valve and strainer Pump does not deliver water to full capacity Also check point 1c of previous row E For technical questions call 1 800 665 8685 1 Water level in well is lower than estimated 2 Steel piping if used is corroded or limed causing excess friction 3 Piping is too small in size 1 A new nozzle and venturi combination may be needed 2 Replace with plastic pipe where possible otherwise with new steel pipe 3 Use larger piping FTRY FTRY 1 2 HP Deep Well Jet Pump 8393 99 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE S CORRECTIVE ACTION Pump delivers water but does not shut off Or pump cycles too frequently 1 Pressure switch is out of adjustment or contacts are welded together 2 Faucets have been left open 3 Venturi nozzle or impeller is clogged 4 Standard pressure tank is waterlogged and has no air cushion 5 Pipes leak 6 Foot valves leak 7 Pressure switch is out of adjustment 8 Air charge too low in
6. ce fuse or reset circuit breaker 3 DISCONNECT POWER Replace starting switch 4 Refer to instructions on wiring DISCONNECT POWER 5 Check and tighten all wiring Capacitor voltage may be hazardous To discharge capacitor hold insulated handle screwdriver BY THE HANDLE and short capacitor terminals together Do not touch metal screwdriver blade or capacitor terminals If in doubt consult a qualified electrician 6 DISCONNECT POWER and lightly file contacts with fine emery board or nail file Motor runs hot and overload kicks off 1 Motor is wired incorrectly 2 Voltage is too low 3 Pump cycles too frequently 1 Refer to instructions on wiring 2 Check with power company Install heavier wiring if wire size is too small See Electrical Wiring Chart 3 See section below on too frequent cycling Motor runs but no water is delivered Note Stop pump then check prime before looking for other causes Unscrew priming plug and see if water is in priming hole 1 Pump in new installation did not pick up prime through a Improper priming b Air leaks c Leaking foot valve or check valve 2 Pump has lost prime through a Air leaks b Foot valve or strainer is plugged c Ejector or impeller is plugged d Check valve or foot valve is stuck shut e Pipes are frozen f Foot valve and or strainer are buried in sand or mud 1 In new installation a Re prime according to instructions
7. he pump should pump water in two or ae three minutes Step 4 If you don t have water after 2 or 3 minutes stop the pump and Figure 7 Fill Pump Through J remove the fill plugs Refill the pump and piping You may have to Filling Plu I n I repeat this two or three times in order to get all the trapped air Remove fill plug and fill pump out of the piping and suction piping through step 5 After the pump has built up pressure in the system and shut off check priming tee the pressure switch operation by opening a faucet or two and running enough water out to bleed off pressure until the pump starts The pump should start when pressure drops to 20 PSI and stop when pressure reaches 40 PSI Run the pump through one or two complete cycles to verify correct operation This will also help clean the system of dirt and scale dislodged during installation Congratulations on a successful installation If you were unsuccessful please refer to the Troubleshooting section Pages 8 amp 9 or call 1 800 665 8685 For technical questions call 1 800 665 8685 8393 99 1 2 HP Deep Well Jet Pump TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE S CORRECTIVE ACTION Motor will not run 1 Disconnect switch is off 2 Fuse is blown or circuit breaker tripped 3 Starting switch is defective 4 Wires at motor are loose disconnected or wired incorrectly 5 Pressure switch contacts are dirty 1 Be sure switch is on 2 Repla
8. int does not supply enough water consider Ll connecting two or three well points to one suction pipe Drive Coupling i ALL PUMP INSTALLATIONS 3 Step 6 Install elbows and suction pipe to the pump see Figures 5 Drive Point e and 6 Connect the pipe from the well to the pump suction port using the fewest possible fittings especially elbows as fittings Figure 6 Driven Point Installation increase friction in the pipe e The suction pipe should be at least as large as the suction port on the pump include a check valve see Figures 5 and 6 e Support the pipe so that there are no dips or sags in the pipe so it doesn t strain the pump body and so that it slopes slightly upward from the well to the pump high spots can cause air pockets which can air lock the pump e Seal the suction pipe joints with Teflon tape or pipe joint compound approved for use on PVC Joints must be air and water tight If the suction pipe can suck air the pump cannot pull water from the well step 7 Run piping from the elbow to the house hold piping The discharge piping must be at least as large as the elbow You have just completed the piping for your new jet pump system ELECTRICAL ALL MODELS CONNECTION PROCEDURE Step 1 Connect the ground wire first as shown in Page 4 The ground wire must be a solid copper wire at least as large as the power supply wires Step 2 There must be a Solid metal connection between the pressure switch and
9. ires to the pressure switch as indicated Figure A 3 Reinstall the cover F Plug Cord Plug Cord A SAB Power Cord i Cj A d Power Cord ee i Plug Cord den le SE Figure B Pressure Switch Ground Wire Cover Removed Connection Figure C REPLACING AN OLD PUMP WARNING HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE Disconnect power to pump before working on pump or motor step 1 Drain and remove the old pump Check the old pipe for scale lime rust etc and replace it if necessary Step 2 Install the pump in the system Make sure that all pipe joints in the suction pipe are air tight as well as water tight If the suction pipe can suck air the pump will not be able to pull water from the well Step 3 Adjust the pump mounting height so that the plumbing connections do not put a strain on the pump body Support the pipe so that the pump body does not take the weight of piping or fittings Eee a 4 For technical questions call 1 800 665 8685 FIRY 1 2 HP Deep VVell Jet Pump 6353 99 INSTALLATION MODEL XDPM196A3 Figure 3 Drive and Suction Functions WARNING HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE Discharge Suction Larger Port Disconnect power to pump befor Se salted hone cay working on pump or motor Step 1 Drain and remove the old pump Check the old pipe Ep an for scale lime rust etc and replace it if necessary Drive i Step 2 Install the ejector kit Follow the instructions provided Smaller Port Ed with the kit Be sure to align the venturi with the top
10. ossible et Connect the pipe from the well to the pump suctior _________ 2 LL Lee Well Casing port using the fewest possible fittings especially Atleast10ft T elbows as fittings increase friction in the pipe _ Foot Valve Step 4 Assemble the foot valve strainer and well pipe 5 10 ft Pssitcimer see Figure 5 Make sure that the foot valve OO 557 77 works freely step 5 Lower the pipe into the well until the strainer is 5 feet above the bottom of the well It should also be at least 10 feet below the well s water level while the pump is running in order to prevent the pump from sucking air Install a sanitary well seal For technical questions call 1 800 665 8685 8353 99 1 2 HP Deep Well Jet Pump FTRY MO TO SUREE DRIVEN POINT INSTALLATION FIGURE 6 Y D Suction pipe Step 3 Drive the well using drive couplings and a drive cap Drive from well fittings are threaded all the way through and allow the pipe ends to butt against each other so that the driving force of the maul is carried by the pipe and not by the threads The ordinary fittings ar 7 found in hardware stores are not threaded all the way through ia SES the fitting and can collapse under impact Drive fittings are also Check Valve smoother than standard plumbing fittings making ground i penetration easier Roa Step 4 Mount the pump as close to the wall as possible a i Step 5 If one well po
11. pacitor hold insulated handle screwdriver BY THE HANDLE and short capacitor terminals together Do not touch metal screwdriver blade or capacitor terminals If in doubt consult a qualified electrician ee For technical questions call 1 800 665 8685 3 8353799 1 2 HP Deep Well Jet Pump FTRY CAUTION Do not touch an operating motor Modern motors are designed to operate at high temperatures To avoid burns when servicing pump allow it to cool for 20 minutes after shut down before handling Do not allow pump or any system component to freeze Pump water only with this pump Periodically inspect pump and system components Wear safety glasses at all times when working on pumps WARNING HAZARDOUS PRESSURE Pump body may explode if used as a booster pump unless relief valve capable of passing full pump flow at 75 psi is installed e Install pressure relief valve in discharge pipe e Release all pressure on system before working on any component INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT ALL MODELS INSTALLING THE PRESSURE GAUGE AND PRESSURE SWITCH IN THEN PUMP BODY AA DS 1 Remove the filling plug and thread pressure gauge into the position A _ if j al see fig A EN A l 2 Remove the filling plug and thread pressure switch into the position B el hd li fi see fig B De Fae a 3 Connect power supply wiring to pressure switch see fig C n W 1 Remove the pressure switch cover 2 Attach power and ground w
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