Fill-Rite BD4200D Series Biodiesel Fuel Transfer Pump - Manual (Page 2)

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TROUBLESHOOTING
IF PUMP FAILS TO PRIME:
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Check suction line for leaks or obstructions.
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Check bypass valve for dirt. The poppet should slide freely.
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Check electrical connections. Pump will run backwards if the black
and red wires are reversed.
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Open nozzle to allow air to be removed from the system
PUMP IS BOUND:
If the motor hums but will not start, the probable cause is a stuck
rotor. Remove rotor cover and check rotor and vanes for dirt.
BIODIESEL NOTES
Definition: Biodiesel is a clean burning fuel made from vegetable oil or animal fat that has been processed to meet the requirements of
ASTM D6751 standard. Only biodiesel that meets the ASTM D6751 standard are to be used with Fill-Rite Series BD1200C and BD4200D
pumps. Unprocessed or recycled vegetable oil are not biodiesel and are not to be used with the Fill-Rite Series BD1200C or BD4200D
pumps.
Biodiesel can be used as a pure fuel, but is often blended with petroleum diesel fuel. When blended, the resulting fuel is known by the
percentage of biodiesel in the blend; ie. a 20% biodiesel blend with 80% petroleum diesel is know as B20. Pure biodiesel is B100, also know
as “Neat” biodiesel. Blends with 20% biodiesel or less (B1-B20) are generally treated like petroleum diesel fuel.
The Fill-Rite Series BD1200C and BD4200D Transfer Pumps are designed to handle biodiesel blends of B21–B100 (21%-100% biodiesel).
Users who wish to dispense blends with lower concentrations of biodiesel (B1-B20) should use the Fill-Rite Series FR1200C or FR4200D
fuel pumps.
Temperature Limitations: B100 (100% biodiesel) that meets ASTM D6751 has a “gel” point of 38°F (3.3°C). If B100 gets colder t han 40°F
(4.4°C), the Fill-Rite Series BD1200C and BD4200D T ransfer Pumps may not operate properly due to the thickness of the fluid. In some
situations, tank manufactures may be able to supply tank and pipeline heaters that are safe to use and can keep the temperature of the B100
above 40°F.
Cleaning Properties of Biodiesel: Biodiesel has solvent properties that give it scrubbing and cleaning properties that tend to loosen rust,
varnish, and dirt in storage tanks, piping, and equipment. The resulting debris can clog filters and screens, or damage equipment. It is
important to understand this and take precautions to prevent problems when first using biodiesel.
Shelf Life of Biodiesel: It is recommended that biodiesel be used within 6 months for best performance. Microbial growth may occur if
biodiesel is stored for longer periods.
For more information on biodiesel, go to www.biodiesel.org.
LOW PUMPING CAPACITY:
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Strainer screen clogged.
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Bypass valve not seating properly
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Obstruction in suction lines.
• Make sure all 5 vanes slide easily in their slots.
of the fuse holder to the postive side of the battery. Make a solid
connection with the black pump wire to the negative battery
terminal or the end of the negative battery cable.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to power the pump from vehicle
wiring
thinner than 12 gage such as the cigarette lighter
wire because these thin wires could overheat and cause a
fire.
D. Check all connections to make sure they are connected per
instructions and all electrical codes. Install the 30 amp, slow-blow
fuse in the fuse holder. The installation is now complete.
For Skid Mounted or Mobile Tanks
Follow steps 1 through 7 on Page 1.
A. Electically ground the pump to the Tank. To electrically ground
pump,remove green grounding screw located next to junction
box cover. Insert this screw through eyelet of furnished green
grounding wire assembly and refasten it securely to the pump.
The other end of the wire is to be stripped of insulation and the
bare wire securely bonded to the tank.
CAUTION: Do not connect the positive or negative power to
the green screw or wire as this could cause a fire.
B. Pass the electrical wires to the power source, supporting the
wires as necessary and protecting them from sharp edges, heat
and anything that could damage the wires and insulation.
C. Attach one end of a 30 amp, slow-blow fuse holder to the red
pump wire. Make a solid electrical connection to the positive
terminal of the power source with the other end of the fuse holder.
Make a solid connection with the black pump wire to the
negative terminal of the power source.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to power the pump from vehicle
wiring
thinner than 12 gage such as the cigarette lighter
wire because these thin wires could overheat and cause a
fire.
D. Check all connections to make sure they are connected per
instructions and all electrical codes. Install the 30 amp, slow-blow
fuse in the fuse holder. The installation is now complete.