Sta-Rite DS3HE-01 Installation Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
Self-Priming Centrifugal Pump
© 2007 S536 (Rev. 2/8/07)
293 Wright Street, Delavan, WI 53115
“DS3” Series
Installation/Operation/Parts
For further operating, installation,
or maintenance assistance:
Call 1-262-728-9181
Safety 2
READ AND FOLLOW
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!
This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this
symbol on your pump or in this manual, look for
one of the following signal words and be alert to the
potential for personal injury.
warns about hazards that will cause serious
personal injury, death or major property damage if
ignored.
warns about hazards that can cause serious
personal injury, death or major property damage if
ignored.
warns about hazards that will or can cause
minor personal injury or property damage if ignored.
The label NOTICE indicates special instructions which
are important but not related to hazards.
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this
manual and on pump.
Keep safety labels in good condition.
Replace missing or damaged safety labels.
GENERAL SAFETY
Do not touch an operating motor. Modern
motors can operate at high temperatures. To avoid burns
when servicing pump, allow it to cool for 20 minutes
after shut-down before handling.
Pump is designed as a lawn sprinkler only. To avoid heat
built-up, over pressure hazard and possible injury, do not
use in a pressure tank (domestic water) system. Do not use
as a booster pump; pressurized suction may cause pump
body to explode.
Do not allow pump or piping system to freeze. Freezing
can damage pump and pipe, may lead to injury from
equipment failure and will void warranty.
Pump water only with this pump.
Periodically inspect pump and system components.
Wear safety glasses at all times when working on pumps.
Keep work area clean, uncluttered and properly lighted;
store properly all unused tools and equipment.
Keep visitors at a safe distance from the work areas.
Make workshops childproof; use padlocks and master
switches; remove starter keys.
WARNING
Hazardous pressure!
Install pressure relief
valve in discharge pipe.
Release all pressure on
system before working on
any component.
WARNING
Hazardous voltage.
Can shock, burn, or
cause death.
Ground pump before
connecting to power
supply.
Wire motor for
correct voltage.
See “Electrical” section of
this manual and motor
nameplate.
Ground motor before
connecting to power
supply.
Meet National
Electrical Code,
Canadian Electrical Code,
and local codes for all
wiring.
Follow wiring
instructions in this
manual when connecting
motor to power lines.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Table of Contents 3
Thank you for purchasing a top quality, factory tested pump.
Page
Safety ...................................................................................................................2
Warranty..............................................................................................................3
Installation........................................................................................................4-5
Electrical ..............................................................................................................6
Operation ............................................................................................................7
Maintenance...................................................................................................8-10
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................11
Repair Parts .......................................................................................................12
LIMITED WARRANTY
Sta-Rite Industries warrants to the original consumer of the products listed below, that they will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the Warranty Period from the date of original installation or manufacture as noted.
Product Warranty Period
Water Systems Products – jet pumps,
whichever occurs first:
small centrifugal pumps, submersible pumps 1 year from date of original installation, or
and related accessories 2 years from date of manufacture
Hydro-Flow Filters 1 year from date of purchase
Signature 2000 Fibrewound Tanks 5 years from date of original installation
Pro-Source Steel Pressure Tanks 5 years from date of original installation
Pro-Source Epoxy-Line Tanks 3 years from date of original installation
Sump/Sewage/Effluent Products 1 year from date of original installation, or
2 years from date of manufacture
Our warranty will not apply to any product that has been subject to negligence, misapplication, improper installation or maintenance. In the event a three phase submersible motor is operated with single phase power through a phase converter, or
if three-leg ambient compensated, extra-quick trip overload relays of recommended size are not used, our warranty is void.
Buyer’s only remedy and Sta-Rite Industries’ only duty is to repair or replace defective products (at Sta-Rite Industries’
choice). Buyer agrees to pay all labor and shipping charges associated with this warranty and to request warranty service
through the installing dealer as soon as a problem is discovered. If warranty service is requested more than 30 days after
the Warranty Period has ended, it will not be honored.
STA-RITE INDUSTRIES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONTINGENT DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE WARRANTY PERIOD PROVIDED HEREIN.
Certain states do not permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or the placing of limitations
on the duration of an implied warranty, therefore, the limitations or exclusions herein may not apply. This warranty sets forth
specific legal rights and obligations, however, additional rights may exist, which may vary from state to state.
Supersedes all previous publications.
Sta-Rite Industries, 293 Wright St., Delavan, WI 53115
Installation 4
BEFORE YOU INSTALL YOUR PUMP
NOTICE: Well must not be more than 20' depth to water.
1. Long runs and many fittings increase friction and reduce flow. Locate
pump as close to well as possible: use as few elbows and fittings as
possible.
2. Be sure well is clear of sand. Sand will plug the pump and void the
warranty.
3. Protect pump and all piping from freezing. Freezing will split pipe,
damage pump and void the warranty. Check locally for frost protection
requirements (usually pipe must be 12" below frost line and pump must
be insulated).
4. Be sure all pipes and foot valve are clean and in good shape.
5. No air pockets in suction pipe.
6. No leaks in suction pipe. Use Teflon tape or Plasto-Joint Stik to seal
pipe joints.
7. Unions installed near pump and well will aid in servicing. Leave room
use wrenches.
8. Pump body may explode if used as a booster pump. DO
NOT use in a booster application.
WELL PIPE INSTALLATION
NOTICE: Use the installation method below which matches your well type.
CASED WELL INSTALLATION
1. Inspect foot valve to be sure it works freely. Inspect strainer to be sure it
is clean.
2. Connect foot valve and strainer to the first length of suction pipe and
lower pipe into well. Add sections of pipe as needed, using Teflon tape
on male threads. Be sure that all suction pipe is leakproof or pump will
lose prime and fail to pump. Install foot valve 10 to 20 feet below the
lowest level to which water will drop while pump is operating (pumping water level). Your well driller can furnish this information.
3. To prevent sand and sediment from entering the pumping system, the
foot valve/strainer should be at least 5 feet above the bottom of the
well.
4. When the proper depth is reached, install a sanitary well seal over the
pipe and in the well casing. Tighten the bolts to seal the casing.
5. When using a foot valve, a priming tee and plug as shown in Figure 1
are recommended.
DUG WELL INSTALLATION
Same as cased well installation.
DRIVEN POINT INSTALLATION
1. Connect the suction pipe to the drive point as illustrated in Figure 2.
Keep horizontal pipe run as short as possible. Use Teflon tape on male
pipe threads. Multiple well points may be necessary to provide sufficient water to pump.
2. Install a check valve in horizontal pipe. Flow arrow on check valve
must point toward pump.
Figure 1: Cased/Dug Well Installation
Figure 2: Driven Point Installation
Priming plug
Priming tee
Suction
pipe
20' (6 m) max.
Foot
Valve
Standing water
level (pump off)
Drawdown water
level (pump on)
10-20' (3-6 m)
At least 5 feet (1.5 m)
828 0993
Check valve
Steel drive pipe
Drive coupling
Driven point
745 0993
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