Installation
Suction Connection
When Flooded Suction Exists
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Inverted Eccentric Reducer may result in air pocket.
Valve in upward position may trap air.
Do not leave
valve partially
closed. Check Valve
in suction pipe not needed.
Water under
pressure
Unsupported pipe causes excessive stress on pump and fittings.
Concentric Reducer may cause air pockets.
•Suction piping that is undersized will create excess friction losses that may cause cavitation and a reduction in pump performance.
•Excess fittings and bends in suction line results in trapped air, reduced performance, and high friction losses which may cause cavitation.
•If check valve is required for back flow prevention, locate on the discharge side of pump.
Do not make elbow connection directly to pump suction.
Miter elbow or short radius elbow not recommended.
Not Recommended
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