Multiquip MQ- D206H manual Power Plant, Oil Alert Feature, Suction Lift, Pump Support, Elevation

APPLICATION

The MQ Model D206H diaphragm pump is designed to be used for de-watering applications. The suction and discharge ports on the D206H use a 2-inch diameter opening, which allows the pump to pump at rate of approximately 3,000 gallons/hour (gph) or 11,340 liters/hour (lph).

Diaphragm pumps use a positive displacement design rather than centrifugal force to move water through the casing. This means the pump will deliver a specific amount of flow per stroke, revolution or cycle. These pumps are commonly referred to as mud hogs, mud hens and mud suckers.Their names reflect their popularity for use in applications where shallow depths and slurry water render centrifugal pumps ineffective

Power Plant

These diaphragm pumps are powered by an 5.5 horsepower air cooled, 4-stroke, single cylinder HONDA GX-120gasoline engine that incorporates a low "Oil Alert Feature" .The drive shaft of the engine is coupled to an offset connecting rod that is coupled to a flexible diaphragm. The connecting rod alternately raises (expands) and lowers (contracts) the diaphragm at a rate between 40 and 65 strokes per minute depending on engine speed.

Oil Alert Feature

In the event of low oil or no oil, the HONDA GX-120 engine has a built-in oil alarm engine shut-down feature. In the event the oil level is low the engine will automatically shut-down.

Suction Lift

This pump is intended to be used for dewatering applications and is capable of suction lifts up to 25 feet at sea level. For optimal suction lift performance keep the suction hose or line as short as possible. In general always place the pump as close to the water as possible.

Pump Support

The pump should always be placed on solid stationary ground in a level position.

NEVER place the pump on soft soil. The suction hose or pipe connection should always be checked for tightness and leaks. A small suction leak in the hose or fittings could prevent the pump from priming.

Elevation

Higher elevations will effect the performance of the pump. Due to less atmospheric pressure at higher altitudes, pumps DO NOT have the priming ability that they have at sea level. This is due to the “thinner air” or lack of oxygen at higher altitudes.

A general rule of thumb is that for every 1,000 feet of elevation above sea level a pump will lose one foot of priming ability.

For example, in Flagstaff, Arizona where the elevation is approximately 7,000 feet, the pump would have a suction lift of only 18 feet rather than the 25 feet at sea level. Table 3 shows suction lift at various elevations.

Table 3. Suction Lift at Various Elevations

Table 4 shows percentage drops in performance as elevation increases.

Table 4. Performance Loss at Various

Elevations