SHURflo 8005-X9X series, 800X-X5 series, 800X-X8 series, 800X-X1 series, 8005-X5 series Installation And Operation Manual

INDUSTRIAL PUMP 8000 SERIES

Installation and Operation Manual

SHURflo offers various pump models for different applications. The

information outlined by this manual is general, and not specific to all 8000

series pumps.

Be certain the pumps' materials will be compatible with the

fluid being pumped. 8000 series pumps are intended for intermittent or

continuous duty when the proper operating criteria is met. Product Data

Sheets outlining specific thermal limits, load, flo

w curves, and other technical

information for a particular model are available. If unsure of the chemical

compatibility with a given elastomer or the motors intended design, please

call SHURflo for assistance.

CAUTION: "Intermittent Duty" is defined as; o

perated and/or

frequently started within a period of time that would cause the motor to

reach its maximum thermal limits. Once the maximum thermal limit is

obtained, the motor must be allowed to return to ambient temperature

before resuming operation.

CAUTION: DO NOT

use to pump flammable liquids. Never operate

the pump in an explosive environment. Arcing from the motor brushes,

switch or excessive heat from an improperly cycled motor may cause an

explosion.

CAUTION

: DO NOT assume fluid compatibility. I

f the fluid is improperly

matched to the pumps' elastomers, a leak may occur. Pumps used to

transfer hazardous or hot (max. temperature 170°F [76°C] Viton™

only)

chemicals must be in a vented area to guard against the possibility of injury

due to harmful or explosive liquid/vapors.

CAUTION: DO NOT

operate the pump at pressures which cause the motor

to exceed the amperes rating indicated on the name plate.

Various pump

models are equipped with thermal breakers to interrupt operation due to

excessive heat. Once the temperature of the motor is within proper limits it

will automatically reset, and the pump

will start operation without

warning.

CAUTION: To pre

vent electrical shock, disconnect power before initiating

any work. In the case of pump failure, the motor housing and/or the

pumped fluid may carry high voltage to components normally considered

safe.

PRESSURE SWITCH OPERATION (If Equipped)

The pressure

switch reacts to outlet pressure, and interrupts power at the

preset shut-

off pressure indicated on the pump label. When outlet pressure

drops below a predetermined limit (*typically 15-20 psi. [1-1.4 bar]

less than

the shut-off pressure), the switch will

close and the pump operates until the

shut-off (high) pressure is achieved. The shut-

off pressure is set to factory

calibrated standards.

CAUTION:

Improper adjustment of the pressure switch setting, may cause

severe overload or premature failure. Refer

to SHURflo Service Bulletin

#

1031 for the adjustment procedure. Failures due to improper adjustment

of the pressure switch setting will not be covered under the limited

warranty.

If the plumbing is restrictive or the flow rate is very low, the pump may re-

pressurize the outlet faster than the fluid is being released, causing rapid

cycling (*

ON/OFF within 2 sec.). If the pump is subjected to rapid cycling

during normal operation, or for infrequent periods, damage may occur.
Applications which exhibit rap

id cycling should have restrictions in the outlet

minimized. If not feasible consider a SHURflo Accumulator or a SHURflo

"bypass" model pump.

BYPASS OPERATION (If Equipped*)

A bypass pump may be used in application that would normally induce

frequent star

t/stop of the motor, and thereby create a potential for

overheating. Models equipped with an internal bypass are designed to pump

at high pressure while at low flow rates. Bypass models equipped with a

switch may operate for several seconds even though t

he discharge side has

been closed off. Models equipped with a bypass only will continue to run until

power is turned OFF.

MOUNTING

•

The 8000 series pumps are self priming. Horizontal and vertical prime vary

depending on the fluid viscosity and pump confi

guration. Refer to the

pumps Product Data Sheet.

•

The pump should be located in an area that is dry and provides adequate

ventilation. If mounted within an enclosure, provisions to cool the motor

may be necessary. Heat sinks which attach to the motor are

available from

SHURflo if increased heat dissipation is necessary.

CAUTION: DO NOT

locate the motor near low temperature plastics or

combustible material. The surface temperature of the motor may exceed

*250°F [120°C].

• The pump may be mounted in any posi

tion. However, if mounting the

pump vertically the pump head should be in the down position so that in the

unlikely event of a leak, fluid will not enter the motor.

• Secure the rubber feet with

#

8 hardware. DO NOT

compress the feet,

doing so will reduce their ability to isolate vibration/noise.

PLUMBING

•

Use flexible high pressure tubing compatible with the fluid to connect the

inlet/outlet ports. Tubing should be either 3/8" or 1/2" [10 or 13 mm] I.D.,
and at least 18 in. [46 cm] length is suggested to mi

nimize stress on the

fitting/ports and reduce noise. Allow for the shortest possible tubing route

and avoid sharp bends that may kink over time.

•

Installation of a 50 mesh strainer is recommended to prevent foreign

debris from entering the system. Failure

s due to foreign debris is not

covered under the limited warranty.

NOTE:

Restrictions on the inlet may cause vacuum levels to reach the fluid

vapor pressure, causing cavitation, degassing, vapor lock and a loss

in performance. Inlet pressure must not exce

ed 30 psi [2.1 bar]

maximum.