TM 55-1905-219-14-2
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
FOR
FRESH WATER PUMP
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Do not work in vicinity of moving parts.
2. Do not jack a bound pump when the motor is energized.
3. Use only CO2 on electrical fires.
4. Do not tighten joints that are under pressure.
5. Before performing maintenance on the unit, close all pump valves, open motor circuit breaker, and tag these items
with appropriate warnings to prevent tampering by un- authorized personnel.
6. Stop pump immediately if pressure tank relief valve opens.
PRESTART
1. Clean suction strainer basket.
START
1. Open suction valve.
2. Open discharge valve.
3. Start pump motor by placing switch in "AUTO" position.
4. Observe unit for one complete cycle to ensure that the automatic control is operating properly.
STOP
1. Normally the unit will automatically stop and start to suit the system demand.
2. Secure the unit by placing the switch in the "OFF" position and closing the suction and the discharge valves.
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