Care And Maintenance - Utilitech 0003139 Manual De Instrucciones

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5. Cement 1-1/4 in. PVC elbow (sold separately)
onto the rigid PVC pipe protruding from well
seal. If desired, some length may be cut off of
rigid PVC pipe before cementing on the elbow.
Smooth the inside of any rigid PVC pipe that
has been cut with a round file or knife.
6. Thread another 1-1/4 in. male PVC adaptor
(sold separately) into the front of pump (A).
Hand tighten, then turn 1/4 turn with crescent
wrench.
Connect check valve (sold separately) about
18 in. from 1-1/4 in. male PVC adaptor.
Note: PVC piping may be used, but metal piping is preferred.
reMiNDer: All joints and connections must be airtight. A single pinhole leak will prevent the proper
operation of the pump. Use thread compound on all threaded connections unless specified
otherwise.
WArNiNG Risk of explosion. If you change pressure switch settings, set the cut-off pressure
low enough to shut off the pump. If the valve shuts off and the cut-off setting is too high, the pump
will run continuously without water flow, causing overheaating and possible explosion which can
cause serious burns and damage.

cAre AND MAiNteNANce

The pump should be drained before it is disconnected for servicing or if it is in danger of freezing.
To drain:
• Remove drain plug from bottom of pump case.
• Remove discharge tee to vent the pump.
• Drain all piping to a point 3 ft. (1 meter) below
ground level.
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