Finish Thompson KC22/32 SERIES - Manual (Page 6)

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ORDER FAX 814-459-3460
J102309, Rev. 21, 7/15/2014
Literature I.D. Number- FT95-541S
CHEMICAL REACTION DISCLAIMER
The user must exercise primary responsibility in selecting the
product’s materials of construction, which are compatible with
the fluid(s) that come(s) in contact with the product. The user
may consult Finish Thompson, Inc. (manufacturer) and/or
a manufacturer’s representative/distributor agent to seek a
recommendation of the product’s material of construction that
offers the optimum available chemical compatibility.
However neither manufacturer nor agent shall be liable for product
damage or failure, injuries, or any other damage or loss arising
out of a reaction, interaction or any chemical effect that occurs
between the materials of the product’s construction and fluids that
come into contact with the product’s internals.
TROUBLESHOOTING
ORDERING OF SPARE PARTS
Spare parts can be ordered from your local distributor. Always
refer to pump model number to avoid error.
OTHER FINISH THOMPSON PRODUCTS
Drum Transfer Pumps are available in sanitary construction,
stainless steel, polypropylene and CPVC. Flows to 40 gpm,
discharge heads to 80 feet and viscosities to 100,000 cP.
Portable Mixers for turbine mixing and blending handle
viscosities to 1,000 cP with gentle, non‑vortexing circulation.
Available in 316 stainless steel construction.
Centrifugal Pumps in 316 SS, ETFE lined cast iron,
polypropylene and PVDF come with a wide variety of sealing
materials. Flows to 330 gpm, discharge heads to 130 feet and
temperatures to 220°F (104°C).
For more information, contact Finish Thompson Inc.
NO FLOW
1. Pump not primed.
2. Discharge head too high. Insufficient NPSH.
3. Suction lift too high.
4. Closed valve.
5. Viscosity too high (magnets uncoupled).
INSUFFICIENT DISCHARGE
1. Air leaks in suction piping.
2. Discharge head higher than anticipated.
3. Suction lift too high or insufficient NPSH. Check also for
clogged suction line or clogged foot valve.
4. Foot valve too small.
5. Foot valve or suction open or not submerged enough.
INSUFFICIENT PRESSURE
1. Air or gases in liquid.
2. Impeller diameter too small.
3. Discharge head higher than anticipated.
LOSS OF PRIME
1. Leaking suction line.
2. Suction lift too high or insufficient NPSH.
3. Air or gases in liquid.
4. Foreign matter in impeller.
5. Leaking foot valve.
EXCESSIVE POWER CONSUMPTION
1. Head lower than rating. Pumps too much liquid.
2. Specific gravity or viscosity of liquid pumped is too high or
higher than that defined in application.
VIBRATION
1. Excess bushing wear.
2. Drive magnet uncoupled.
3. Loose magnet.
4. Pump cavitating.
WARRANTY
Finish Thompson, Inc. (manufacturer) warrants this pump
product to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a
period of one year from date of purchase by original purchaser.
If a warranted defect, which is determined by manufacturer’s
inspection, occurs within this period, it will be repaired or replaced
at the manufacturer’s option, provided (1) the product is submitted
with proof of purchase date and (2) transportation charges are
prepaid to the manufacturer. Liability under this warranty is
expressly limited to repairing or replacing the product or parts
thereof and is in lieu of any other warranties, either expressed
or implied. This warranty does apply only to normal wear of the
product or components. This warranty does not apply to products
or parts broken due to, in whole or in part, accident, overload,
abuse, chemical attack, tampering, or alteration. The warranty
does not apply to any other equipment used or purchased in
combination with this product. The manufacturer accepts no
responsibility for product damage or personal injuries sustained
when the product is modified in any way. If this warranty does
not apply, the purchaser shall bear all cost for labor, material and
transportation.
Manufacturer shall not be liable for incidental or consequential
damages including, but not limited to process down time,
transportation costs, costs associated with replacement or
substitution products, labor costs, product installation or removal
costs, or loss of profit. In any and all events, manufacturer’s
liability shall not exceed the purchase price of the product and/or
accessories.