GE QS1800V - Manual (Page 20)

4.0 PUMP OPERATION
Review Section 2.0 (Tonkaflo Specifications) and Section 3.0 (Pump Installation) before operat-
ing your pump.
4.1 Priming
Prime the pump as noted in Section 3.5 (Pump Priming).
4.2 Operation
Operate the pump within its specified flow range. Failure to do so may damage the
motor or liquid end. Refer to the Performance Specifications (Section 2.2) or the per-
formance curve supplied with your pump.
CAUTION: Do not run pump dry or without sufficient heads.
The pump shall not be operated with an inlet pressure less than
20 psi (1.4 bar).
Do not deadhead pump.
The pump shall not be operated below the minimum or above the
maximum capacity specified for your particular model
(Table 2.1, Pump Performance Summary).
Do not exceed 90°F (32°C) operating fluid temperature.
The pump may be flushed with sanitizing water provided no power is
supplied to the motor.
4.3 Restarts - IMPORTANT!
A maximum of 100 starts per day is recommended
Motors should be allowed to run one minute to dissipate heat build-up from starting
current
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