Flint & Walling SPJ User Manual

OWNERS GUIDE TO INSTALLATION AND OPERATION

READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

Read these installation instructions in detail before installing your pump. Be sure to check the following:

1. Be certain the motor is connected for the correct line voltage being used (check motor nameplate).

2. Be certain the pump is completely primed before starting. Otherwise damage may occur to the seal.
Every pump is tested before leaving the factory, and its performance depends largely on the installation.

SPJ SERIES
CENTRIFUGAL, IRRIGATION
PUMP

FW0419

0612

Supersedes

0906

IL0175

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

1. Follow all local electrical and safety codes, as well
as the National Electrical Code (NEC) and the
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).

2. Replace damaged or worn wiring cord
immediately.

3. Do not kink power cable and never allow the cable
to come in contact with oil, grease, hot surfaces, or
chemicals.

4. Protect the power cable from coming in contact
with sharp objects.

5. Be careful when touching the exterior of an
operating motor - it may be hot enough to be
painful or cause injury.

6. Make certain that the power source conforms to
the requirements of your equipment.

7. Always disconnect power source before

performing any work on or near the motor or
its connected load. If the power disconnect point

is out-of-sight, lock it in the open position and tag
it to prevent unexpected application of power.
Failure to do so could result in fatal electrical
shock.

8. Do not handle the pump with wet hands or when
standing in water as fatal electrical shock could
occur. Disconnect main power before handling
unit for ANY REASON!

9. Unit must be securely and adequately electrically
grounded. This can be accomplished by wiring the
unit to a ground metal-clad raceway system or by
using a separate ground wire connected to the bare
metal of the motor frame or other suitable means.

10. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. These

pumps have not been investigated for use in swim­ming pool areas.

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to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.

NOTE: Pumps with the “UL” Mark and pumps with the

“US” mark are tested to UL Standard UL778.CSA certied
pumps are certied to CSA Standard C22.2 No. 108.

LOCATION

1. Pump can be located at the well or can be offset

some distance away from the well. For best
performance it should be located as close to the
well as possible.

2. Location can be in the basement, a pit below

ground, or in a pump house above ground.

3. Ventilation and drainage must be provided to

prevent damage from moisture to the motor and
pressure switch.

4. The pump and all piping must be protected from

freezing.

5. Pump and pipe line must be drained when not in

use if there is any danger of freezing.

WELL CONDITIONS

1. Wells should be pumped clean of all sand and

foreign matter before installing the pump or
damage may result to the operating parts.

2. The well must be able of supplying enough water

to satisfy the capacity of the pump and water
needs. The water level must not draw down below
the maximum rated suction lift of the pump or loss
of capacity and prime will result.

SUCTION LIMITATIONS

1. Shallow well installation is satisfactory where the

suction lift is less than 25 feet. Suction lift is the
vertical lift plus losses due to friction loss.

2. Suction lift varies depending upon elevation

(altitude) and water temperature.

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This product contains chemicals known

PERFORMANCE

Model Number

1 Phase 3 Phase

SPJ07P1 SPJ07P3 3/4

SPJ10P1 SPJ10P3 1

SPJ15P1
SPJ15B1

SPJ20B1 SPJ20B3 2

SPJ30B1 SPJ30B3 3

Motor voltage: Single Phase: 3/4 - 2 HP - 115/230V 60Hz; Three Phase: 3/4 - 3 HP - 208-230/460V 50/60Hz
Maximum Case Pressure: 100 PSI

SPJ15B3 1-1/2

HP

Suction

Lift Ft.

5
15
25

5
15
25

5
15
25

5
15
25

5
15
25

10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45

56
47
43
58
53
48
78
70
47
86
76
52
88
77
54

Discharge Pressure PSI

Capacity - U.S. Gallons per Minute

48

42

37

29
42
37
53
48
44
77
68
46
84
74
51
86
76
53

37
31
48
45
38
74
66
45
81
72
50
85
75
52

29
22
43
37
33
70
62
44
77
69
47
84
74
51

22

10

38

31

25

62

53

42

71

64

45

80

72

50

21
12

32
24
14
53
43
34
62
55
42
73
65
49

Shut-Off

Pressure

PSI

41
37
33

231211 48

433030 47

52

40

43

25
30
64

53
55

43
45

10

43
39

41
36
50
45
40
54
50
45

Suction

Pipe Tap

2” 1-1/2”

2” 1-1/2”

2” 1-1/2”

2” 1-1/2”

2” 1-1/2”

SPECIFICATIONS (Figure 2)

Motor

HP Type

Volts/
Amps Hz RPM

Voltage

(Factory)

Connected

3/4

1

Single

1-1/2 21.0 10.5

Ph

115/230

60 3450

2 25.0 12.5

115V 14.0 7.0

230V

3 230 - 13.5

34

1 4.5 2.25

Three

1-1/2 5.7 2.85

2 7.4 3.70

20/-230/460 60/50

Ph

3450/

2850

230V - -

3 9.8 4.90

Suction lift varies, depending upon elevation (altitude) and water temperatures.

ServiceFactorMotor

Amps
Single
Phase

Three

Phase

115V 230V 230V 460V

18.0 9.0

- - 180˚F 25 Ft.

3.5 1.75

Max

Liquid

Temp

Max

Suction

Lift

180˚F 25 Ft.

Disch.

Pipe

Ta p

PIPING

1. Plastic or galvanized steel pipe may be used
in the installation. Plastic pipe must have a
minimum pressure rating 160 P.S.I. Galvanized
steel pipe must be in good condition free of rust
and scale. Threads should be sharp, cleanly
cut.

2. Both the suction and discharge pipe should be
no smaller than the corresponding tappings
of the pump (See Figure 1). If long runs are
encountered larger pipe should be used.
Smaller pipe will reduce the capacity of the
pump.

3. All joints and connections should have pipe
sealing compound (male threads only) applied
and drawn up tightly.

CAUTION: The entire system must be air and water
tight for efficient operation.

PUMP INSTALLATION

1. Refer to Figures 3, 4, 5, and 6 for typical
installations. If galvanized pipe is used, both the

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suction and discharge pipe should be supported
at a point near the pump to avoid strains being
placed on the pump.

2. The suction pipe should slope upwards from the
water source to the pump. Locate the pump
as close to the water as possible keeping the
suction pipe as short as conditions permit.

3 Avoid dips or pockets in offset piping or air

will accumulate at high points which will make
priming difficult.

4. A foot valve located in the water or a check
valve located as close to the water as possible
will reduce priming time of the pump and help
maintain prime. A strainer must be used on the
suction line to filter out dirt and debris.

5. Install a gate valve and union in the discharge
line. For removal of the pump for service, close
the gate valve and disconnect the union.

CAUTION: Do not use a globe valve or other
restricting type of valve at the discharge. This will
seriously restrict the capacity of the pump.

2

TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS

4

3

1

Check
Valve

Water Level
Drive Point

Figure3—FromGroundWater“DrivePoint”

1

Check Valve

5

2

To Sprinkler System

4

3

5

2

7

8

6

7

6

9

1

Well Seal

Figure4—FromGroundWater“Well”

9

3

8

4

3

Well

Water Level

Foot Valve With Screen

4

5

2

To Sprinkler System

5

2

7

8

6

7

8

6

9

9

Pipe Support

Water
Level

Strainer

Figure 5 — From Surface Water “Lake, Stream, Cistern or

Canal”

1 — Suction Pipe 2 — Discharge Pipe 3 — Elbow 4 — Gate Valve 5 — Union
6 — Discharge Tee 7 — Priming Plug 8 — Pump 9 — Fuse Box

To Sprinkler System

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
GROUNDING

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock the
motor must be securely and adequately grounded
to a grounded metal raceway system, or by using a
separate grounding wire connected to bare metal on
the motor frame, or to the grounding screw located
inside motor terminal box, or other suitable means.
Refer to National Electric Code (NEC Article 250
{Grounding}) for additional information.
CAUTION: All wiring should be performed by a
qualified electrician and in accordance with the
national electric code and local electric codes.
WARNING: Failure to connect the motor frame to
equipment grounding conductor by using green
screw may result in serious electrical shock.

WIRING CONNECTIONS

1. This unit is not water proof and is not intended to

1

To Sprinkler System

Figure6—FromCityWaterMain

used in a clean dry location with access to
an adequate supply of cooling air. Ambient
temperature around the motor should not exceed
104F (40C). For outdoor installations motor
must be protected by a cover that does not block
airflow to and around the motor. This unit is not
weatherproof nor is it able to be submersed in
water, or any other liquid.

2. Single phase motors, 3/4 - 2 HP, are dual
voltage and can be connected for 115V or 230V
service. The 3 HP single phase motor is 230V
only. Single phase motors are factory connected
for 230V at the motor.

3. All three phase motors are 208-230/460 volts
and are factory connected at the motor for 230
volts.

be used in showers, saunas, or other potentially
wet locations. The motor is designed to be

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L1

L2A B

L1

L2A B

IL0180

YELLOW

115 VOLT

SINGLE PHASE

LINE

230 VOLT

SINGLE PHASE

LINE

WHITE

GRAY

RED

TAN

YELLOW

WHITE

GRAY

RED

TAN

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ø

4. If the motor wiring must be changed to conform
to your specific voltage requirements then the
motor should be rewired. For proper electrical
connections, refer to the connection diagram
located on the nameplate of the motor or one of
the following diagrams. Make sure connections
are correct for the voltage being supplied to the
motor.

WARNING: Always disconnect power source before
performing any work on or near the motor or its
power source. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury or fatal electrical shock.

CHECK VOLTAGE OF POWER
SOURCE BEFORE CONNECTING

DO NOT CONNECT ANY GROUND WIRE TO THESE LEADS

Figure7—WiringDiagramforSinglePhase3/4-2HP

230 Volts

Single Phase

Line

L1

Y
E
L
L
O

W

DO NOT CONNECT ANY GROUND WIRE TO THESE LEADS

Figure7A—WiringDiagramforThreePhase3HP

LOW VOLTAGE 230V HIGH VOLTAGE 460 V

4 5 6

7 8 9

1 2 3

3-

L2

BA

G

R
A
Y

4 5 6

7 8 9

1 2 3

L1 L3L2 L1 L3L2

IL0770

NOTE: To reverse rotation, interchange any two incoming line (power)
leads

Figure 8 — Wiring Diagram for Three Phase

Connections for 3 Phase, 9 Leads

MOTOR PROTECTION

1. All single-phase motors have built-in thermal
protection for all voltages. The overload protects
the motor against burnout from overload of
low voltage, high voltage and other causes.
The device is automatic and resets itself once
the temperature has dropped to a safe point.
Frequent tripping of the device indicates trouble
in the motor or power lines and immediate
attention is needed. The device should never be
tampered with unless the trouble is located and
corrected.

WARNING: Never examine, make wiring changes
or touch the motor before disconnecting the main
electrical supply switch. The thermal device may
have opened the electrical circuit.

2. Three-phase motors do not have built-in
thermal protection. It is recommended that a
properly sized magnetic or manual starter (both
with properly sized heaters) be used with all
three-phase motors. Install starters following
instructions of the starter manufacturer. See
Figure 10 for magnetic starter wiring program.

3. All motors (single and three phase) should be
equipped with a correctly fused disconnect
switch to provide protection. Consult local or
national electric codes for proper fuse protection
based on motor data chart. See Figures 9 & 11.

MOTOR DATA (Figure 9)

HP Phase Volts

3/4

1

1-1/2

2

3

1
1
3
3

1
1
3
3

1
1
3
3

1
1
3
3

1
3
3

115
230
230
460

115
230
230
460

115
230
230
460

115
230
230
460

230
230
460

Code

Letter

K

L
L
K
K

J
J
K
K

H
H
K
K

H
D
D

Amps

14.00

18.00

21.00

10.50

25.00

12.50

13.50

Max

7.00

3.50

1.75

9.00

4.50

2.25

5.70

2.85

7.40

3.70

9.80

4.90

Locked

Rotor
Amps

52.0

26.0

19.0

9.5

70.0

39.0

26.9

13.5

98.0

49.0

33.5

16.8

116.0

58.0

44.0

22.0

53.0

48.0

24.0

4. Undersize wiring can cause motor failure (low
voltage), frequent cut-out of motor overload
protector, television interference and even fire.
Make certain the wiring is adequately sized
(Figure 11), well insulated and connected to a
separate circuit outside the house in case of fire.

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Fused
Disconnect
Switch

Lightening
Arrestors

L3

X2

T3

T3

#10 or Heavier
Copper Ground
Wire. Connect to 8
ft. Ground Rod or
Well Casing

1

V M

T1

L2

W

T2

T2

Motor

L1

3

2

Pressure
Switch

T1

Figure 10 — Magnetic Starter Wiring Diagram — Three Phase

OPERATION

1. When installation has been completed, remove
the priming plug from the discharge tee (see
Figures 3-6) and fill the pump body and suction
pipe completely with water. No additional water
will be needed for subsequent start-ups unless
the pump body is drained.

2. After the pump is turned on it will require 2-5
minutes before all air is evacuated from the
suction line and water begins to flow. If there is
no water after 10 minutes turn the pump off and
check the following.

a. Any air leaks on the suction line must be

eliminated.

b. Suction pipe inlet should be a minimum of 5

feet below the water level.

c. Total suction lift cannot be greater than 25

feet.

d. Any restrictions in the discharge line, such as

a closed valve must be eliminated.

NOTE: Unit must be full of liquid before operating.
Never run dry, or against a closed discharge. Dry
running or running unit against a closed discharge
will cause damage to the shaft seal. Do not pump
dirty water or abrasive liquids, otherwise the same
may occur as if running dry.

MOTOR ROTATION

1. Single phase models are one rotation only
(counterclockwise when facing the pump suction
tapping) and cannot be reversed.

2. Proper rotation of pump impeller is critical for
three-phase pumps. Pump motor should turn
counterclockwise (CCW) when facing pump
suction tapping. Momentarily “bump” (apply
power for less than a second) the motor to check
for proper rotation. To change rotation on three­phase units, interchange any two incoming line
(power) leads.

MAINTENANCE
Lubrication

1. The pumps and motors require no lubrication.
The ball bearings of the motor have been
greased at the factory. Under normal operating
conditions they should require no further
greasing.

Freezing

1. Drain the entire system if there is danger of
freezing. A drain plug is provided at the bottom
of the pump case for this purpose.

ROTARY SEAL ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT

CAUTION: Make certain that the power supply is
disconnected before attempting to service the unit!
The rotary seal assembly must be handled carefully
to avoid damaging the precision lapped faces of the
sealing components.

See Parts List For Reference Numbers

1. Disengage pump body (Ref. No. 10) from motor
and mounting ring (Ref. No. 2) by removing bolts
(Ref. No. 11).

2. Remove diffuser bolts (Ref. No. 8) and remove
diffuser (Ref. No. 7).

3. Unthread impeller (Ref. No. 6). from motor shaft.

NOTE: To remove the impeller use a 9/16” open end
wrench to hold the motor shaft. The shaft flat area is

Distance From

Motor To Fuse

Box, Meter or

Electrical Outlet

0-50 Ft.

50-100 Ft.
100-150 Ft.
150-200 Ft.
200-300 Ft.

Fuse Size (Amps)

(*) Not economical to run in 115V, use 230V

3/4HP 1 HP 1-1/2HP 2 HP 3 HP 3/4HP 1 HP 1-1/2HP 2 HP 3 HP

115

Volt

12
12
10
10

8

20

Single Phase Motors Three Phase Motors

230

115

Volt

10
10
10

8
6

30

230
Volt

14
14
12
12
10
15

Volt

14
14
14
12
12
15

WIRE SIZE CHART (Figure 11)

Minimum Copper Wire Size Chart (Gauge)

115

230

115

230

230

230

Volt

Volt

Volt

Volt

Volt

10

12

10

12

8

12
12
10
10
20

8
6

*
*

30

6

*
*

30

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12
12
10
10
20

10
10
10
10

8

30

5

Volt

14
14
14
14
14
15

460

Volt

14
14
14
14
14
15

230
Volt

14
14
14
14
12
15

460

Volt

14
14
14
14
14
15

230

Volt

14
14
14
12
12
15

460

Volt

14
14
14
14
14
15

230
Volt

14
14
14
12
10
15

460

Volt

14
14
14
14
12
15

230
Volt

14
14
14
12
10
15

460

Volt

14
14
14
14
12
15

located in the middle of the mounting ring.

FORM NO. FW0041

0208

SUPERSEDES 1105

PAGE 4-3A REPAIR PARTS

SELF-PRIMER PUMP REPAIR PARTS

“SPJ” SERIES

(For Pricing Refer To Repair Parts Price List)

4.. The rotary seal (Ref. No. 5) will come loose at this
time. Use a screwdriver (or similar instrument) to
pry the ceramic seal and rubber gasket from the
recess of the mounting bracket.

CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the motor shaft
or recess surface.

5. Clean the recess and motor shaft thoroughly.

6. Install the new rotary seal assembly:

a. Insert the ceramic seal and the rubber gasket

into the recess.
NOTE: To help facilitate installation, apply a drop
of liquid soap to the outside diameter of the rubber
gasket. Make certain that the ceramic seal is kept
clean and free of dirt and/or oil.
b. Slip the remaining parts of the rotary seal

assembly onto the motor shaft.

7. Replace the impeller and diffuser removed in

Step B and C.

8. Reassemble the pump body to the motor and

mounting bracket.

MOTOR REPLACEMENT

1. NEMA J motors can be replaced in the field

SELF-PRIMERPUMPREPAIRPARTS—SPJSERIES

1 2

with any standard NEMA J jet pump motor by
referring to the following instructions and the
attached parts list.

2. Follow steps A-D as outlined under rotary seal
replacement to remove the pump body, diffuser,
impeller and rotary seal.

3. Remove bolts (Ref. No. 3) that connect the
motor (Ref. No.1) to the mounting ring (Ref. No.

2) and pull motor away.

4. Replace motor with standard NEMA J jet pump
motor by positioning motor against the mounting
frame and assembling with four 3/8” x 3/4” cap
screws. The mounting base is connected at the
bottom of the mounting frame with two 3/8” x
1/2” cap screws.

5. Follow steps 5, 6, 7 & 8 of Rotary Seal Assembly
to reassemble the remainder of the pump.

NOTE: Because damage to the shaft seal is most
likely to occur in disassembly, a new seal will be
necessary.

4

7

3

11

12

ITEM SINGLE PHASE MODEL NO. SPJ15P1

THREE PHASE SPJ07P3 SPJ10P3 SPJ15B3 SPJ20B3 SPJ30B3

DESCRIPTION PART NO. QTY

1

Motor, Nema J - 1 PH

1

Motor, Nema J - 3 PH
Motor Cover w/Screws

‡

Screws, Cover

‡

Slinger, Washer

2

Mounting Ring

3

Hex Hd. Cap Screws 3/8 x 3/4”

4

Ring, Square Cut

5

Seal, Rotary w/Spring

6

Impeller, Plastic “P” Models

6

Impeller, Brass “B” Models

7

Diffuser w/ Insert

8

Hex Hd. Cap Screws 1/4 x 1”

9

Rubber Diffuser

1011Pump Body

Hex Hd. Cap Screws 7/16 x 1”

1213Base

Hex Hd. Cap Screws 3/8 x 1/2”

(*) Standard hardware item
(‡) Not shown
(†) Diffuser w/ 134240 Insert

5

6

9

8

10

98J110
98J310

1

1
1
4
1
1

135620

—

1
2
1

1
4

1
2

IL0174

98J115
98J315

1

1
1
4
1
1

134138
133253

1
2
1

1
4

1
2

98J120
98J320

1

1
1
4
1
1

—

133255

1
2
1

1
4

1
2

13

HORSEPOWER 3/4 1 1-1/2 2 3

SPJ07P1 SPJ10P1 SPJ15B1 SPJ20B1 SPJ30B1

021301R

021302

126905
133904

*
133261
131100

136469†

*
133260

133362

*

134217

*

98J107
98J307

1

1
1
4
1
1

133646

—

1
2
1

1
4

1
2

6

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98J630
023251

1

1
1
4
1
1

—

138056

1
2
1

1
4

1
1

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
Symptom

Little or no discharge

Pump will not deliver water or develop
pressure

Loss of suction

Pump vibrates and/or makes
excessive noise

Pump will not start or run

Pumps leaks at shaft

Possible Cause(s) CorrectiveAction

1. Casing not initially filled with water

2. Total head too high

3. Suction lift too high, or too long

4. Impeller plugged

5. Hole or air leak in suction line

6. Foot valve too small

7. Impeller damaged

8. Foot valve or suction line not
submerged deep enough in water

9. Insufficient inlet pressure or suction
head

10. Suction piping too small

11. Motor wired incorrectly

12. Casing gasket leaking

13. Suction or discharge line valves
closed

1. No priming water in casing

2. Mechanical seal is leaking

3. Leak in suction line

4. Discharge line is closed and priming
air has nowhere to go

5. Suction line (or valve) is closed

6. Pump is down

7. Foot valve is leaking

8. Suction screen clogged

1. Air leak in suction line

2. Suction lift too high

3. Insufficient inlet pressure or suction
head

4. Clogged foot valve or strainer

1. Mounting plate or foundation not rigid
enough

2. Foreign material in pump

3. Impeller damaged

4. Worn motor bearings

5. Suction lift too high

1. Improperly wired

2. Blown fuse or open circuit breaker

3. Loose or broken wiring

4. Stone or foreign object lodged in
impeller

5. Motor shorted out

6. Thermal overload has opened circuit

1. Worn mechanical seal

1. Fill pump casing

2. Shorten suction lift and/or change
head

3. Lower suction lift, install foot valve and
prime, or shorten length of suction line

4. Clean

5. Repair or replace; do not use Teflon
tape; use pipe sealing compound

6. Match foot valve to piping or install
one size larger foot valve.

7. Replace

8. Submerge lower in water

9. Increase inlet pressure by adding
more water to tank or increasing back
pressure

10. Increase to pump inlet size or one size
larger

11. Check wiring diagram

12. Replace

13. Open

1. Fill pump casing

2. Replace (see Rotary Seal
Replacement)

3. Repair or replace

4. Open

5. Open

6. Replace worn parts

7. Replace foot valve

8. Clean or replace

1. Repair or replace

2. Lower suction lift, install foot valve and
prime

3. Increase inlet pressure by adding
more water to tank or increasing back
pressure

4. Unclog

1. Reinforce

2. Disassemble pump and clean

3. Replace

4. Replace

5. Lower suction lift, install foot valve and
prime

1. Check wiring diagram on motor

2. Replace fuse or close circuit breaker

3. Tighten connections, replace broken
wiring

4. Disassemble pump and remove
foreign object

5. Replace

6. Allow unit to cool, restart after reason
for overload has been determined

1. Replace (see Rotary Seal
Replacement)

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