Burcam 300209DP DIAPHRAGM UTILITY PUMP 12V/115V 1/12HP - Manual (Page 3)

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PRIMING
This unit will prime to 10 feet if you follow these instructions. Add water to suction pipe and install a foot valve
for easier priming. For a succion from 10’ to 20’ depth, a foot valve is mandatory and the suction line must be
filled before pump start. If the pump does not prime within one (1) minute, unplug from receptacle and perform
next steps:
☐ Air leaks in suction pipe. For a garden hose, be sure the fittings are tight and rubber washers are
in good condition. For other pipe types, use teflon tape on all threads.
☐ Verify foot valve action.
☐ Verify for collapsed suction hose or plugged suction line.
☐ Verify for liquid supply too far away or too far below pump (more than 20 feet).
☐ Worn out pump body. Order a new pump body.
Fill the inlet pipe with liquid after installing the foot valve.
Install the suction line, then connect the discharge line.
Install on a 12 volt battery, or another acceptable power source.
Unplug pump when liquid supply is exhausted.
Running the pump dry will damage the pump body.
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INSTALLATION STEPS
The following situations void the warranty
☐
Running pump dry
☐ Handling severe abrasive solution, fuels (gas etc.) or other flammable liquids, thinner, acid or other strong chemical
solutions.
☐ Handling liquids hotter than 100°F (38°C).
☐ Normal wear.
☐ User abuse, including immersing pump
☐ Commercial or industrial use.
☐ Alterations to electric cord or plug.
☐ Wholly or partly disassembled motor.
WARRANTY LIMITATION
☐ Use 1/2” (13mm) minimum pipe. Note that the best performance occurs when the suction line is as short as possible
and close to the water source. For any lines of 40’ or longer, install a 3/4” discharge (19mm) pipe size.
☐ The motor is drip-proof but not waterproof.
☐ Never add oil to motor.
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