SOMmanual
SOMmanual
SOMmanual
Fairmont, WV 26554
Phone (304) 366-1300
Fax (304) 366-1398
Rev. 10-26-09
Contents
Appendix
A. RGT Form (Return Goods Tag)
1. Limitations to Operation and General Notes
!Caution!
CAUTION
Do not run this pump dry! The inlet pressure should be monitored and not be
allowed to drop below 20psi.
Install pressure gauges! Pressure gauges should be installed at the inlet and
at the discharge. For present and future trouble shooting we must know the
inlet and discharge pressures.
Install flow meters! Flow meters should be installed between the pump
discharge and throttle valve. To ensure accurate readings, follow the
manufacturer’s specifications for proper installation.
Designated flow range! Operation of pump at either the extreme right or left
of the curve may cause damage to the pump. Operate the pump in the
designated area of the performance curve.
Manually bleed air from the system! Install an air bleeder as close to the
suction inlet as possible. Bleed the air from the system before starting the
pumping system. Trapped air in the pump may cause immediate damage to
the pump.
The modular booster pump is fully tested at the factory and will require little
maintenance. It is very important to have at least 20 PSI incoming pressure.
Failure to have incoming pressure will lead to motor or complete pump
failure.
Never run the modular booster pump at shut off head. It will lead to severe
damage of the pump’s staging assembly, possible overheating, or possible
failure of the motor.
The modular booster pump is designed to boost pressure and should not be
used as a shallow well pump. If pump is used to pull water, it may damage
the staging assembly and pull fluid out of the motor leading to motor failure.
The modular booster pump is designed to deliver fluids under pressure and
care should be taken to install the properly rated fittings to insure a safe and
reliable installation.
Pump must be mounted on strong flat (level) platform. Never hang piping
from pump. Always support piping so that no piping weight will be on
pump.
After installation, it is recommended to fill pump system with water and let
set 2-3 hours if possible. This will allow motor to purge entrapped air.
Always bleed pump casings before starting.
Never run pump at shut off. This will cause the water inside the motor to
super heat and damage the motor and staging assembly.
Always check for proper rotation (clockwise from suction end, the unit will
torque counter clockwise at start-up) pump will only operate at 1/3 its rated
performance in reverse rotation.
Never pump solids with the modular booster pump. Suspended solids may
damage staging assembly.
2. Applications
The high pressure submersible modular booster pump satisfies many
applications that require…
• Seal-less pumps
• Pumps able to cope with high system pressure
• High pump heads
• Silent operation
• Operation with minimum maintenance
3. Pumped Liquids
The liquid to be pumped must be non-explosive and contain no abrasive
particles or fibers. The liquid must not attack the pump material chemically
or mechanically.
4. Construction
The pumps used in the high pressure submersible modular boosters are
modified submersible water well pumps. These pumps are contained in a
316ss casing. The pump end is available in either 304ss or 316ss. The
wetted parts of the motor are 316ss. The suction and discharge ends of the
pump mate with victaulic-type couplings.
5. Motor
The motor is an asynchronous submersible squirrel cage motor of the canned
type with propylene glycol/water-lubricated bearings.
5.1 Storage
The submersible motors are a water-lubricated design. The filling
solution consists of a mixture of deionized water and Propylene
Glycol, a non-toxic anti-freeze. The solution will prevent damage
from freezing for temperatures down to -40°F. Repeated freezing and
thawing should be avoided to prevent possible loss of solution.
7. Periodic Inspection
Depending on the number of operating hours of the pumps, the following
should be checked at suitable intervals:
1. Flow
2. Starting frequency
3. Control and protective devices
4. Liquid temperature
5. Minimum flow through modules during operation
8. Series Operation (High Pressure)
If a pressure higher than that of a single module is required, several modules
may be connected in series. The resulting pressure is found by adding the
pressures of each individual module. The flow will be the same as for one
pump. Pressure shall not exceed 500psi at the inlet of any pump in series.
Maintain 20psi or greater at each pump inlet.
9. Parallel Operation (High Flow)
If a flow higher than that of a single module is required, two or more
identical models (same performance curves) may be connected in parallel.
The resulting flow is found by adding the flows of each individual module.
The pressure will be the same as for one pump.
10. Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Guide
Pump will not start
• Check to make sure all power connections are correct and there is
power to the control box.
• Check to make sure all circuit breakers or fuses are working and are
the proper size for the current they will be carrying.
• Check to make sure that the proper power (voltage, phase, and
frequency) is being used.
• Check motor and pump to verify that neither are bound or locked and
can be rotated easily.
• Check to verify the motor and starter are correctly sized for flow and
pressure point that the pump is running at. You may be overloading
your motor.
• Check to make sure voltage is neither to low or to high. Either
condition can cause overloads or breakers to trip.
• Make sure pump is properly lubricated and not binding. Check to see
if pump is plugged up with silt or solids.
• Make sure all valves are open or set properly. Never run pump dry.
Dry running will destroy staging.
• Make sure pump has been primed and purged of all air.
• Check to see that all valves are open so pump is not starving for
water. Be sure check valves are installed correctly. You must have a
minimum of 20 PSI of incoming pressure.
• Check all strainers in system to verify that water can flow freely.
• Make sure pump is running in the proper rotation. The correct rotation
for the modular booster pump is CLOCKWISE from suction end of
pump (the unit will torque counter-clockwise at start-up).
• Check system head versus pump curve to make sure pump is not
running at shut off.
• Inspect motor to verify it is running the proper speed for the pump.
The wrong speed motor can greatly affect pump performance.
Pump runs but at reduced capacity or head
• Pump may be running backwards. Check motor for proper rotation.
Refer to motor manual for instructions for changing rotation.
• Check the discharge pressure and compare to pump performance
curve to verify that pump is not running at or near shut off. Pump may
be too small for your application.
• Check for system by-passing. Inspect all relief valves and by-pass
gate or globe valves for correct settings.
• Check for leaking or broken pipe in discharge system.
• Discharge piping may be partially plugged with chemical deposits.
• Strainer or filter system may be partially plugged and requires
cleaning or replacing.
• Pump may be worn by pumping abrasive materials. The pump may
need repaired or replaced.
If you need to contact a service center, please get the following information
to help the technician define your problem.
• Pump model, size, and serial number.
• Date pump was received and date pump was installed.
• How long pump was used before problems started?
• What is the actual voltage being used?
• What is running amperage when pump is running?
• Was the electrical system checked for grounds or open circuits?
• How many starts per hour does the system perform?
If you are still experiencing problems, please contact:
T & T Pump Co., Inc. at 304-366-1300
11. Limited Warranty Statement
T&T Pump Co., Inc. warrants that its products are free from defects in
material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of
documented installation or eighteen months from date of shipment, which
ever occurs first.
DURING the warranty period and subject to the conditions hereinafter set
forth, T&T Pump Company, Inc. will repair or replace to the original user or
consumer parts, which prove defective due to defective materials or
workmanship of T&T Pump Co., Inc. Contact your nearest authorized T&T
Pump distributor or T&T Pump Company for warranty service. At all times,
T&T Pump Company shall have and possess the sole right and option to
determine whether to repair or replace defective equipment, parts or
components.
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; (C) to normal maintenance services and the parts used in
connection with such service; (D) to units which are not installed in
accordance with applicable codes, ordinances, and good trade practices;
(E) if the unit is moved from its original installation location and; (F) if unit
is used for purpose other than for what it was designed and manufactured.
RETURN OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS: Any item to be replaced
under this Warranty must be returned to T&T Pump Company at Fairmont,
West Virginia, or such other place as T&T may designate, freight both ways
to be paid by customer.
Please complete this form. Fax or mail the completed form to T&T to be assigned a return goods number
(RGT#). Place a copy of the RGT form with assigned RGT# with the item to be returned. Return freight
prepaid to: T&T Pump Co., Inc., Rt 8 Box 343, Fairmont, WV 26554
Requested OEM /
by: End User:
Pump Serial #: Install
Model: Date:
Failure Motor Mfg: Motor
Date: Tag info:
Pump Application: Fluid Water temp:
Pumped:
Range of operation
Lowest Normal Highest
GPM PSI GPM PSI GPM PSI
• System location:
• Suction pressure at pump inlet:
• Discharge pressure:
• Does system utilize a soft start:
-If so, time in seconds:
• Is the pump used in the cleaning operation of membranes:
• Are chemicals run through the pump:
• How long is the cleaning operation:
• Was the failure/problem immediate:
Signature: Date: