How do I prime my pump?
Priming means filling the pump and
suction pipe with water. You must evacuate the air from all the
suction lines and the pump. It may take several minutes to prime
depending on depth to water, pipe size and length. Note: it is
easier to prime a pump if you allow all the air to escape from
the pump and pipes. The water cannot go in unless the air can
escape.
My pump will not hold prime,
why?
Pumps do not hold prime, the
piping system does that job. Jet pumps must be primed on the
original start-up. They will re-prime after that as long as the
foot-valve or check valve holds and there is no air leak on the
suction side of the pump.
What is the recommended cycle
time to extend pump life in a home water system?
The pump should have a minimum
cycle time of at least one minute.
The pump is powered and running
with no liquid being delivered. What could be the problem?
The pump is probably air-bound.
Drill a 3/16" hole 2" above the pump in the discharge line to
allow the air to escape.
What is the recommended size of
piping on the discharge of a pump?
Discharge piping should be at
least as large as the discharge of the pump.
What is the recommended pump
down level for a sewage pump?
Goulds Pumps recommends that the
motor must remain covered in water during pumping. We realize
this may be difficult when using small basins for confined
spaces. Our recommendation is for optimal pump life.
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