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DESCRIPTION

Bell & Gossett Booster Pumps feature oil lubricated sleeve

bearings, a carbon/ceramic seal and a noise dampening spring

coupler. Bell & Gossett Booster Pump motors are designed

specifically for quiet operation and are built with thermal pro-

tection and drip-proof construction. The motor is non-

over-loading at any point on the pump curve.

This pump is nonsubmersible, for indoor use only.

PUMP APPLICATION

Bell & Gossett Pumps may be used for water circulating appli-

cations in hydronic, solar and chilled water systems. Bell &

Gossett recommends that bronze constructed pumps be used

for pumping potable water. For other applications contact your

local Bell & Gossett Representative. Note that some local

codes require using a check valve in the supply line when recir-

culating potable water.

It has not been investigated, nor is it intended for use in swim-

ming pool and marine areas.

OPERATIONAL LIMITS

These pumps are designed to pump liquids compatible with

their iron or bronze body construction. Unless special provi-

sions have been made by ITT Bell & Gossett, the operational

limits for Series 100, HV, PR and 2" Pumps are listed below.

Do not exceed these values.

Maximum Working Pressure: 125 psi

Maximum Operating Temperature: 225ºF

Electrical Rating: 115V, 60 Hz, 1PH

Motors with special electrical characteristics are available on

request. Contact your local Bell & Gossett Representative for

details.

SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

This safety alert symbol will be used in this manual and on the

pump instructions decal to draw attention to safety related

instructions. When used, the safety alert symbol means

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN

A SAFETY HAZARD.

Your Booster Pump should have these warning labels affixed

near the conduit box cover. If these warnings are missing or

illegible, contact your local Bell & Gossett Representative for

replacement labels.

Iron & Bronze Booster Pumps

INSTALLER:

PLEASE LEAVE THIS MANUAL FOR THE OWNER’S USE.

Series 100

Series HV

Series PR

Series 2"

WARNING

BEFORE INSTALLING, USING OR

SERVICING THIS PRODUCT,

READ THE WARNING NOTES

AND INSTRUCTIONS IN

INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

FAILURE TO DO SO MAY

RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY

OR PROPERTY DAMAGE

V56845

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK;

THIS PUMP HAS NOT

BEEN INVESTIGATED FOR

USE IN SWIMMING POOL

AND MARINE AREAS.

-NONSUBMERSIBLE PUMP-

P86313

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

P81748F

Summary of content (4 pages)

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL P81748F Series 100 Series HV Series PR Series 2" Iron & Bronze Booster Pumps INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS MANUAL FOR THE OWNER’S USE. Bell & Gossett Booster Pumps feature oil lubricated sleeve bearings, a carbon/ceramic seal and a noise dampening spring coupler. Bell & Gossett Booster Pump motors are designed specifically for quiet operation and are built with thermal protection and drip-proof construction. The motor is nonover-loading at any point on the pump curve.
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SAFETY REQUIREMENTS MECHANICAL SAFETY ELECTRICAL SAFETY WARNING: EXCESSIVE SYSTEM PRESSURE HAZARD The maximum working pressure of the pump is listed on the nameplate – DO NOT EXCEED THIS PRESSURE. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious personal injury, death and/or property damage. WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Electrical connections are to be made by a qualified electrician in accordance with all applicable codes, ordinances and good practices.
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PUMP INSTALLATION PUMP LOCATION Bell & Gossett Booster Pumps should be installed where there will be sufficient room for future inspection, maintenance and service. It is highly recommended that service valves (shut-off) also be installed on each side of circulator pumps to facilitate servicing or replacing the pump without draining the system. IMPORTANT: In closed systems, do not install and operate Bell & Gossett pumps, 3D valves, suction diffusers, etc., without properly sized safety and control devices.
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OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS WIRING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Disconnect and lockout the power before making electrical connections. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious personal injury or death. SYSTEM PREPARATION1 Prior to pump start up, closed heating and cooling systems should be flushed with clean water and drained. The system should then be filled with clean water having a PH between 7 and 9. 1.