Siting of the pump/pipework – Stuart Turner RG4000 User Manual
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SITING OF THE PUMP/PIPEWORK
WARNINGS:
Pump Location
If possible site the pump in a location where in the unlikely event of a
liquid leak, any spillage is contained or routed to avoid electrics or
areas sensitive to liquid damage.
Care should be taken to protect the pump from frost and freezing.
Ensure pipework to and from pump is independently supported to
prevent stress on the pump inlet and outlet branches.
Do not fit a non-return valve, or devices which contain non-return
valves, in the suction (inlet) pipework to the pump. Exceptions can
be made in the case of suction lift installations when a footvalve is
required.
When a footvalve is required on installations that incorporate
automatic pump control, it is recommended that a suitable pressure
relief valve be fitted in the discharge (outlet) pipework from the pump.
Do not run against a closed valve for periods longer than 5 minutes.
Do not allow plastic pump parts to come into contact with oil or
cellulose based paints, paint thinners or strippers, acid based
descalents or aggressive cleaning agents.
Do not introduce solder flux to pumps or pump parts manufactured
from plastic. All solder joints should be completed and flux residues
removed prior to pump connection.
The motor casing can become very hot under normal operating
conditions. Care should be taken to ensure it cannot be touched
during
operation.
Always install isolating valves to both suction and delivery pipework.
Site the pump in a horizontal, dry, frost-free position where it cannot be sprayed with
water and as close to the liquid source as possible.
OUTLET
INLET
OUTLET
INLET
INLET
OUTLET
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