General Pump KT - Manual (Page 14)

GENERAL PUMP
A member of the Interpump Group
KT SERIES
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9.4 Hydraulic Connections
In order to isolate the system from the vibrations produced by the pump, we advise to build the first section of the duct near
the pump (both for intake and delivery) with flexible hose. The consistency of the intake section must be as such to avoid
deformation caused by vacuums produced by the pump.
9.5 Pump Power Supply
A positive head of at least 8 inches (.2 meters) is required for the best volumetric efficiency.
Ref 300941 Rev.A
03-14
9.6 Suction Line
For the pump’s correct operation, the suction line must have the following characteristics:
1. Minimum internal diameter as indicated in the diagram in paragraph 9.9, and in any case equal or greater than
the pump head’s value. Along the duct, avoid localized diameter reductions that may cause pressure drops with
subsequent cavitation. Absolutely avoid 90 0 elbows, connections with other hoses, bottlenecks, counter-slopes,
upside down “U” shaped curves, “T” connections.
2. With a layout that is set in such a way to prevent cavitation.
3. It should be perfectly airtight, and built in a way that guarantees perfect sealing over time.
4. Avoid pump emptying when stopping (even partial emptying).
5. Do not use hydraulic fittings, 3 or 4 way fittings, adapters, etc., since they may hinder the pump’s performance.
6. Do not install Venturi tubes or injectors for detergent intake.
7. Avoid the use of standing valves, check valves, or any other type of one-way valves.
8. Do not connect the by-pass line from the valve directly to the pump suction line.
9. Provide appropriate baffle plates inside the tank in order to avoid water flows coming from both the by-pass and
feeding which lines may create turbulance near the tank’s outlet port.
10. Make sure that the suction line is perfectly clean inside before connecting it to the pump.