city pressure booster pump instruction manual
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1. unplugging the pump for 5 seconds Dead Head Protection If there is no water demand discharge is shut off the unit will shut down to protect the pump from damage Once water flow is restarted the pump will re start the power automatically Rapid Cycle Protection If the unit cycles repeatedly on off the unit will shut down to protect the pump life The optional water tank not maintaining pressure could be a potential cause Hourly it will turn on to sample the water flow requirements and return to shut down if the problem persists The home owner can fix the concern and return the pump to normal operation by unplugging the pump for 5 seconds 95 North Oak Street Kendallville IN 46755 2014 Flint amp Walling Inc All rights reserved TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS e Pump Suction Inlet Screen if internal debris Pressure Tank Charge should be checked blocks or restricts the inlet suction screen FIG every 3 months to confirm tank air pressure See 9 manually clean with hands FIG 3 for description to check air pressure FIG 5 INLET SCREEN AER aA ican tiie tanta roblem ause ieee approximately 5 psi higher than the expected Pump does not start or shuts No power supply Connect the electricity supply incoming pressure Gown Incorrect voltage Pump is 115 Volt only e Internal Check Valve if Teflon tape or debris It will not start with 230V supply enters into the pump cavity the o2. a Haw CITY PRESSURE BOOSTER PUMP INSTRUCTION MANUAL Zoeller Family of Water Solutions MODEL VP05 VP10 S NSF ANSI 372 255405 For loose missing or damaged parts or if the unit does not seem to be operating properly please call before returning unit to the place of purchase Phone No 1 800 742 5044 Service Hours Monday thru Friday 7 30 am to 5 00 pm EST FW1464 G GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION Please read and understand this manual before attempting to assemble operate or install this product For questions please call customer service at 1 800 742 5044 7 30am 5 00pm ESDT Mon Fri This is a SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL A When you see this symbol on the pump or in the manual look for one of the following signal words and be alert to the potential for personal injury or property damage pee Warns of hazards that WILL cause serious personal injury death or major property damage if ignored Warns of hazards that CAN cause serious personal injury or death if ignored Warns of hazards that MAY cause minor personal injury product or property damage if ignored IMPORTANT Indicates factors concerned with operation installation assembly or maintenance which could result in damage to the machine or equipment if ignored NOTE Indicates special instructions which are important but are not related to hazards A CAUTION Customer Alert on Potential Water Damage As with any product subje
3. ct to a continuous supply of incoming water a water alarm to monitor the pump area is strongly recommended to alert the customer to the potential for water damage which may result from water line failure product damage or incorrect installation PUMP SAFETY INFORMATION SHOCK HAZARD E 1 Meet United States National Electrical Code and local codes for all wiring Hazardous 2 Do not handle a pump or pump voltage Can Foku motor with wet hands or when or cause standing on a wet or damp surface death Ground or in water pump before connecting to 3 Follow wiring instructions in this ower supply P PPY manual when connecting to power lines 4 Always disconnect power source before performing any work on or near the motor or its connected load 5 Risk of electric shock This pump has not been investigated for use in swimming pool areas or marine areas 6 Protect electrical cord Replace or repair damaged or worn cords immediately 7 To reduce the risk of electric shock connect only to a properly grounded grounding type receptacle M Do not use to pump flammable or explosive fluids such as gasoline fuel oil kerosene etc Do not use in flammable and or explosive environments A WARNING Hazardous pressure Install pressure relief valve in discharge pipe Release all pressure on system before working on any component GENERAL SAFETY 1 This pump has been evaluated to work with water on
4. igs oS x XS a Reassemble the top cover and air relief port IL1308 6 7 95 North Oak Street Kendallville IN 46755 2014 Flint amp Walling Inc All rights reserved 95 North Oak Street Kendallville IN 46755 2014 Flint amp Walling Inc All rights reserved OUTLINE DIMENSIONAL SIZE Outlet NPT 1 IL1212 LIMITED WARRANTY This product is warranted for one year from the date of purchase Subject to the conditions hereinafter set forth the manufacturer will repair or replace to the original consumer any portion of the product which proves defective due to defective materials or workmanship To obtain warranty service contact the dealer from whom the product was purchased The manufacturer retains the sole right and option to determine whether to repair or replace defective equipment parts or components Damage due to conditions beyond the control of the manufacturer is not covered by this warranty THIS WARRANTY WILL NOT APPLY a To defects or malfunctions resulting from failure to properly install operate or maintain the unit in accordance with printed instructions provided b to failures resulting from abuse accident or negligence or use of inappropriate chemicals or additives in the water c to normal maintenance services and the parts used in connection with such service d to units which are not installed in accordance with normal applicable local codes ordinances and good t
5. ly 2 Wear safety glasses when working with pumps 3 Periodically inspect pump and system components 4 Do not insert finger or any object into pump or motor openings 5 Secure the discharge line before starting the pump An unsecured discharge line will whip possibly causing personal injury and or property damage or puncture 6 Do not touch an operating motor or engine They are designed to operate at high temperatures FIG 1 TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS Ball Valve 3 Closed City Main or Well 1 Dia Suction IN gt Adjustable Pressure Regulator APR A 1 1 2 HP PERFORMANCE See charts below for expected system pressure at various incoming line pressure flow rates VPO5 System Pressure PSI at Flow Rates GPM Do not exceed 30 input PSI for P N VP05 Note Increase tank PSI see FIG 3 if inlet PSI will exceed preset tank setting 26 psi 1 HP PERFORMANCE I VP10 System Pressure PSI ei at Flow Rates GPM 10 66_ Do not exceed 50 input PSI for P N VP10 Note Increase Tank PSI see FIG 3 if inlet PSI will exceed preset tank setting 36 psi gt By Pass gt Optional Home or Irrigation 1 Dia Discharge Adjustable Union Ball Pressure Pressure Regulator APR A 2 Valve Relief 2 Valve Open PRV A s IL1213 GENERAL PUMP INSTALLATION SETUP FIG 1 City booster pump installation is shown per FIG 1 During pu
6. mp use insure ball valves 1 and 2 are open and ball valve 3 is closed 1 An Adjustable Pressure Regulator APR 1 is required on the suction side of the pump see fig 1 if the incoming water pressure can exceed the maximum input pressure 2 An Adjustable Pressure Regulator APR 2 is required on the Discharge See fig 1 to insure maximum water pressure does not exceed local plumbing codes 3 Pressure Relief Valve PRV connected to a drain is required see fig 1 to safe guard plumbing from exceeding max pressures if the Pressure Regulators fail Typically the PRV would be set 5 psi higher than the APR 2 NOTE Optional external water tank can be used to decrease the on off cycle rate of the pump system which can extend the life of the pump Typical tank 3 gallon draw down Set tank PSI equal to pump tank PSI The entire system must be air and water tight to maintain prime Use thread tape on all connections to insure no leaks Hand tighten all threads and then add additional half turn with wrench 2 95 North Oak Street Kendallville IN 46755 2014 Flint amp Walling Inc All rights reserved NAMEPLATE DATA 3 95 North Oak Street Kendallville IN 46755 2014 Flint amp Walling Inc All rights reserved Amb 40C 40C LOCATION A CAUTION Indoor outdoor area insure draining thru pressure relief valve is available in order to avoid damage in case of leakage Outdoo
7. peration of the Incorrectly plumbed Confirm FIG 1 installation is correct internal check valve can be restricted This may Confirm ball valves 1 and 2 are open create an erratic or poor performance with the in suction and discharge Confirm ball pump To clean the check valve see FIG 4 valve 3 is closed on bypass FIG 4 INTERNAL CHECK VALVE Blocked inlet Check if pump suction inlet screen is Peno eade blocked See FIG 5 port and top cover Insufficient water supply Insure water source is providing sufficient water Pump starts when no water is Pipe leaking Insure all threads have 3 wraps of consumed Teflon tape hand tight 1 2 turn with wrench Tank pressure is low See FIG 3 to check and add air pressure to the tank Air in the system Insure all threads have 3 wraps of teflon tape hand tight 1 2 turn with wrench Re prime unit Pump does not shut down Blocked check valve See FIG 4 Confirm check valve is free when water is not consumed of debris and functions freely Before ANY work with the pump SHUT OFF the electrical supply and ball valves 1 and 2 to prevent electrical shock and water damage N N gt S race So Sy S 5 SSS S9 SIIS RRS SISS SSSI ISSIS RLS LSS SRR SSL SLRS QR SS s S AAS 36 e e an UNIA SLL ROOD XR X S lt lt oe sacee eee S Sx ne fe x SS lt gt QOS ks E
8. r area unit should be covered by a weather proof housing insure adequate ventilation FREEZING OR REMOVING PUMP FOR MAINTENANCE The pump and all piping must be protected from freezing If freezing weather is forecast and the unit will be exposed to temperatures less than 32 F 0 C remove the pump by closing off ball valves 1 and 2 see FIG 1 and removing the pump using the union connections Store pump in a heated area Open ball valve 3 to allow city water to pass forward if desired Insure the piping is adequately protected from the cold environment OPERATING CONDITIONS Ambient temperature range 32 F 0 C to 104 F 40 C PRIMING After installation with the pump OFF open ball valves 1 and 2 and slowly unthread the air relief plug FIG 2 Allow inlet water pressure to fill the pump cavity and remove in line air pockets After the pump cavity fills with water retighten the air relief plug FIG 2 PRIMING ILLUSTRATION a Open ball valves 1 and 2 close 3 oO 8 L o b Loosen the air relief plug 2 oe c Ensure water fills chamber from city water Replace plug immediately to avoid excess moisture on pump Torque 26 in lb d Tighten the air relief plug IL1207 If unit is shut down for extended period of time or air enters into the system it may be necessary to repeat the above priming instructions to insure the internal pump cavity is running wi
9. rade practices and e the unit is used for purposes other than for what it was designed and manufactured RETURN OF WARRANTED COMPONENTS Any item to be repaired or replaced under this warranty must be returned to the manufacturer at Kendallville Indiana or such other place as the manufacturer may designate freight prepaid THE WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND MAY NOT BE EXTENDED OR MODIFIED BY ANYONE ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY AND THEREAFTER ALL SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE DISCLAIMED AND EXCLUDED THE MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES SUCH AS BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF OTHER PROPERTY OR EQUIPMENT LOSS OF PROFITS INCONVENIENCE OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY TYPE OR NATURE THE LIABILITY OF THE MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT UPON WHICH SUCH LIABILITY IS BASED This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state Some states do not allow limitations on duration of implied warranties or exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations may not apply to you WARRANTY VALID IN CANADA AND MEXICO 95 North Oak Street Kendallville IN 46755 2014 Flint amp Walling Inc All rights reserved
10. th water to avoid dry running damage to the internal seals 95 North Oak Street Kendallville IN 46755 2014 Flint amp Walling Inc All rights reserved Checking and Setting Tank PSI Factory tank PSI settings are 26 PSI 1 2 hp and 36 PSI 1 hp lf the inlet PSI is HIGHER than the factory settings increase the tank PSI to be approximately 5 PSI higher than incoming pressure To check the tank air pressure turn off power open a tap on the discharge line to release pressure from the pump unscrew the black plastic cover and apply a pressure gauge to the valve as shown in FIG 3 Add tank pressure as required due to the tanks small volume minimal air volume is needed to increase tank pressure Reinstall black plastic cover FIG 3 SET TANK PRESSURE IL1307 NOTE If using optional water tank FIG 1 set both tanks to the same pressures 5 GENERAL OPERATION GUIDELINES What Causes The Unit To Start The pump will turn ON when the flow rate is greater than 0 7 GPM or when the pressure output is less than the pump pressure activation point approximately 25 psi 1 2hp 35 psi 1hp Dry Run Protection After the unit recognizes a continual low flow of water the unit will shut down to protect itself from running dry Hourly it will turn on to sample the water flow requirements and return to shut down if running dry The home owner can fix the run dry issue and return the pump to normal operation by
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