Specifications

Surface to Surface
M3-G
CAUTIONS
The following caution statements have been drawn from the instructions in this manual. They
have been assembled here for ready reference.
Operating
BEFORE starting or restarting the engine and centrifugal pump, make sure any valves installed on
the pump intake line are open.
BEFORE STARTING OR RUNNING THE ENGINE BE SURE THE PUMP IS PRIMED! This is
checked by slowly unscrewing the plug on the top of the centrifugal pump. Water will leak out as the
plug is loosened or a visual inspection can be made if the plug is removed. The centrifugal pump
WILL be damaged if allowed to cavitate or run dry.
WHEN transferring, the flow to the drill rig may reach up to 35 p.s.i. Check the drill rig
manufacturers specifications regarding maximum inlet pressures allowed for their pump.
REMEMBER that the system is pumping fluid under pressure, even when the engine is idling.
THE stone trap (volute) of the centrifugal pump should be cleaned at least weekly and any trash
removed.
AVOID allowing foreign material into the Venturi Mixing Tee thru the hopper (i.e.: bag parts, stones,
leaves etc) by keeping the valve closed at all times.
NEVER allow fingers or objects such as sticks, screwdrivers, metal bars etc. to enter the tee in an
attempt to clear it. Serious personal injury or damage to the butterfly valve will result.
NEVER attempt repairs or disassembly without shutting off the unit. Serious personal injury will
result.
TRAPPED fluid may be present and will spill out when piping, hoses, pump front cover or
filter/shear are removed.
IMPROPER installation of the mechanical seal will result in leakage and possible damage to the seal.
All maintenance, operating and repair of this unit, must be done per the instructions in the operators
manual for safety and reliability.
DO NOT position any part of your body over the hopper when cleaning with the wash wand.