Flotec FP0F360AC Owner's Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL

Cyclone Pumping System

NOTICE D’UTILISATION

Système de pompe Cyclone

MANUAL DEL USUARIO

Sistema de bombeo Cyclone

Installation/Operation/Parts

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FP782 (Rev. 2/2/07)

Model FP0F360AC

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Safety 2

SAFETY INFORMATION

Use this pump only on a 115
volt circuit. Pump is equipped

with an approved 3-conduc­tor cord and 3-prong, grounding-type
plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock,
connect it to a properly grounded,
grounding-type receptacle.

If circuit has a 2-prong receptacle, replace
it with a properly grounded 3-prong recep­tacle installed in accordance with the
National Electrical Code and local codes
and ordinances.

Any extension cord used must be outdoor
grade, gauge 16 AWG or heavier, and not
more than 25’ long.

Risk of fire or explosion if
used to pump flammable liquids or if used
in explosive atmospheres. Pump water

only with this pump. Pump is designed
to pump water at temperatures between
32°-77° F (0°-25° C) only.

Risk of electrical shock. Do

not allow the motor to get wet!

Risk of burns. During nor-

mal operation, motor case may heat
enough to burn you. Do not touch motor
when it is hot.

Do not operate the pump continuously at a
discharge pressure of more than 12 psi
(83 kPa) or discharge lift of more than
28’ (8.5 M), as the motor will exceed the
normal safe operating temperature and
may heat to 180° - 190° F (82° C - 88° C).

NOTICE: This unit is not designed for appli­cations involving salt water or brine! Use
with salt water or brine will void warranty.

Hazardous
voltage

Installation 3

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OIL THE PUMP

Oil the pump with 1/2 tablespoon food
grade mineral or vegetable oil with each
use. Pour the oil in the ‘IN’ port. Three 1/2
tablespoon oil packets are included.

NOTICE: The pump depends on the liquid
being pumped for lubrication.

DO NOT RUN THE PUMP DRY!
If the pump does not start to move water in

30 seconds or less, recheck the installation
and plumbing.

Mount the pump solidly on a stable
platform.

USE 1/2" HOSE (OR LARGER)

Use a reinforced hose on the inlet. The
pump should be less than 10’ above and
less than 25’ to one side of the water
source. Make the outlet hose as short as
possible – 25’ or less.

Check the washer in the inlet fitting to
make sure it is airtight. If this joint leaks
air, the pump will not operate.

IN

IN

Oil

Do Not Run Pump Dry!

1

IN

OUT

1/2" or Larger
Outlet Hose

4837A 0205

Water OUT

Water IN

1/2" or Larger
Reinforced
Inlet Hose

2

Installation 4

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KEEP THE HOSES AS STRAIGHT
AS POSSIBLE

To reduce friction, do not coil or kink the
hoses. When pumping from a well or
stream, raise the inlet hose a few inches off
the bottom to avoid sucking in sand, silt or
pebbles (which can disable the impeller).
Install a strainer or the Pud-L-Scoop

TM

(included only with Model FP0F360AC) to
protect the pump from large solids .

NOTICE: Attach the Pud-L-Scoop

TM

to the
end of the inlet line and place it in at least
1/2" of water at the lowest point to be
pumped. Be sure all connections are air tight.

INLET HOSE GOES IN THE
WATER; OUTLET HOSE STAYS
OUT OF THE WATER. MOTOR
MUST STAY DRY

Make sure all inlet connections are tight
(no air leaks) and the inlet hose is in the
water. Make sure the end of the outlet hose
is

not

under water. If the outlet is under

water, the pump may not work.
Plug the cord into a 3-wire, 115 volt,

60 Hz, grounded A.C. outlet.
You should get water in 30 seconds or less.

If not, add more oil and repeat the process.
If your pump does not prime on the sec­ond try, check the impeller and the inside
of the pump head for wear. Replace as
needed.

In rare cases you may need to prime the
pump. To prime it, fill the suction hose
with water, put it back in the water source,
and start the pump.

The motor must have air circulation
around it for proper cooling. This pump
will lift water 12’; trying to lift water more
than 12’ can cause the motor to run hot.
The motor has a thermal overload which
will stop it if it gets too hot. If the motor
stops, allow it to cool for 30 minutes
before trying to start it again.

No kinks!

No Coils!

Straight

Hose!

3

IN

Water IN

Water OUT

Outlet Hose

Plug in pump to start it.

NOTE: If you don’t get water in
30 seconds or less, add more oil
and repeat the process.
See Step 1.

Inlet Hose

4

Installation 5

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UNPLUG THE PUMP

Unplug the pump before all the water is
completely gone.

DO NOT RUN PUMP DRY!

PERFORMANCE

The pump will deliver 350 gallons/1325
liters per hour with an unrestricted dis­charge line. If the discharge line is restrict­ed or raised and the pressure on the pump
outlet port increases, it will pump less
water.

NOTICE: This pump’s motor has brushes.
Inspect the brushes frequently; replace
them if they’re worn.

Unplug

5

SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION

Pump stops without Pump has overheated Wait for overload to reset; pump will automatically
warning and thermal overload restart

has tripped
Discharge hose too long Use shorter hose or reduce lift

or discharge lift higher
than 28’

Pump Won’t Prime Pump body not oiled Add oil through inlet port (see Page 3)

Suction hose too long or Use 1/2

" Suction hose, 25’ long or less

too small (the shorter the hose, the better)
Worn impeller Replace impeller
Suction leaks Replace hose washer, check for leaks in hose
Suction hose kinked Straighten out suction hose

or coiled

Pump leaks Shaft U-cup seal leaks Replace shaft seal

Cover O-Ring leaks Replace cover O-Ring

Pump runs, pumps Worn impeller Replace impeller
little or no water

Bad motor brushes Replace motor brushes
Bad U-cup shaft seal Replace shaft seal

(pump will leak)
Suction or discharge hose Straighten out hose

kinked or coiled

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

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Repair Parts 6

Pump Head Assembly No. RP4940-22

includes Key Nos. 1 through 7.

Service Kit No. FP003414S-01

includes 1 each of Key Nos. 3, 4, and 6.

Brush Kit No. FP003415S

includes a pair of replaceable brushes, springs,
and caps, Key No. 10.

Pud-L-Scoop

TM

No. FP000349A

includes the Pud-L-Scoop

TM

, and a 6’ garden

hose with washer.

Key Part
No. Description Qty.

1 10-32x1-3/4 Phil. Hd Screw* 2
2 End Cover / Wear Plate 1
3 O-Ring 1
4 Impeller 1
5 Insert 1
6 U Cup Seal 1
7 Pump Body 1
8 Slinger 1
9 Motor** 1

10 Motor Brush and Spring Set 1 Pair

* Standard hardware item; purchase locally.

** If motor fails, replace entire pump.

MODEL FP0F360AC-09

REPAIR PARTS

Brush must enter
square hole.

Match brush curve

to armature curve

12

34567 89 10

Brush Installation