General Safety Information; Mechanical Installation; Installation Best Practices - Fill-Rite Sotera 400B Serie Manual De Operacion Del Propietario

| 400B SERIES ELECTRIC DIAPHRAGM PUMPS

General Safety Information

WARNING
The 400B pump series is not intended to be used to fuel any aircraft, on or off road vehicle, or marine vessel.
This pump is not suited for use with fluids for human consumption.
Any electrical wiring should be performed ONLY by a licensed electrician in compliance with all local, state, and national electrical codes
(NEC/ANISI/NFPA 30, 30A, and 70) as appropriate to the intended use of the pump.
Always ensure that the pump is properly grounded prior to use.
Improper installation or use of this pump can result in injury or death.

Mechanical Installation

WARNING
The mechanical yoke assembly is under extreme pressure. Never disassemble under any reason.
Always secure before use by anchoring any holding tank or barrel to prevent tipping under any condition.
CAUTION
Do not use any additional check valves or foot valves without consulting with Sotera Technical Service. These valves will restrict flow rate and
possibly increase system pressure that will affect the transfer pump performance.
NOTICE
Threaded pipe joints and connections must be sealed with an appropriate sealant that is compatible with the fluid being transfered to minimize
the possibility of leaks. Leaks of any kind can be detrimental to the environment and cause injury to operators if in contact with skin or eyes.
To maximize performance and longevity of your 400B Series pump, we recommend the following considerations:
NOTICE
Tanks and containers must be vented to prevent
collapses.
• Tighten all non-metallic fittings to a snug fit to prevent leakage.
Damage could occur to the pump if these fittings are over tightened.
• Do not use the pump as the structural support of the
piping system.

Installation Best Practices

• All suction hoses should be reinforced to prevent collapse by
system pressure.
• If there is a possibility of solids or debris within the liquid, at
minimum, a 10 mesh screen (0.07") or less needs to be utilized
either at the end of the suction pipe or entry into the suction side
of the pump. Particles greater than 0.1" will adversely affect
pump performance.
• All suction hoses or pipes must be 1" diameter. Large sizes may
be used as long as it terminates to a 1" diameter at the suction
inlet of the pump.
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• Be certain the system components are properly supported to prevent
stress on the pump parts. As a rule and unless specifically designed
into the pump, suction and discharge connections should be flexible
to avoid damaging the pump body. Ensure that any connection
material is compatible with the substance being transferred through
the pump itself.
• Placement of the suction pipe should terminate 2" from the bottom
to avoid particulate contamination unless a 10 mesh in-line screen
is being used as noted.
• Maximum suction lift capacity is 9 FT (2.7 M) for water at sea level
at 70°F. Suction lift for each application will be dependent on the
Centipose (cP) of the individual fluid as affected by temperature
and elevation.
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