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Never run dry for more than 2 minutes. So if pump does not prime in 45 seconds; that means there is some problem. |
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Check for leakage in suction line. |
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Check whether dry vacuum remains stable or not. |
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Suction lift too high. |
How to Check Dry Vacuum ?
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Close all inlets and outlets of pump and open the priming valve (if provided). Run the pump to achieve maximum vacuum but not more than 2 minutes. Turn off the pump and check whether pump vacuum remains stable or not for 2 minutes. |
What to do when pump does not perform the rated performance ?
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Check the suction line / strainer for blockages. |
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Strainer placed very near to the walls of well. |
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Increased suction lift. |
How to detect leaking of mechanical carbon seal ?
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Continuous leaking of water from behind the pump body while operating pump. |
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Dry vacuum does not remain stable. |
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Remedy – Replace Mechanical Carbon Seal Kit. |
How to check oil level of pump & what is the recommended oil for pump bearings ?
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Dipstick is fixed in the bearing housing of pump. Maximum and minimum level indication is provided on it. |
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Recommended oil for pump bearings - SAE 40 / equivalent. |
What to do when portable pump does not start properly ?
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Check for sufficient fuel level & fuel cock position. |
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Loose battery / wiring connections. |
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Apply choke in case of petrol engines. |
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Check battery voltage. |
What is the recommended oil for Fire hawk P.T.O. ?
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SAE 90 or equivalent |
