Franklin Electric Submersible Well Pump User Manual

OWNER'S MANUAL
4” and 6”
SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS
BEFORE INSTALLING PUMP, BE SURE TO READ
THIS OWNER’S MANUAL CAREFULLY.
Fill pump with water before starting
or pump will be damaged. The motor on this pump
is guaranteed by the manufacturer and in event of
failure it must be returned to an authorized service
station for repairs. Motor warranty is void if repairs
aren’t made by an authorized repair station.
INSPECT THE SHIPMENT
Examine the pump when it is received to be sure there
has been no damage in shipping. Should any be evident,
report it immediately to the dealer from whom the pump
was purchased. Please check the pump package to see
that it includes pump, motor, and motor leads (if your
pump purchase includes a motor).
CAUTION
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:
DANGER
warns about hazards that will cause
serious personal injury, death or major property damage
if ignored.
WARNING
warns about hazards that can cause
serious personal injury, death or major property damage
if ignored.
CAUTION
warns about hazards that will or can
cause minor personal injury or major 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.
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.
Hazardous voltage.
Can shock, burn, or
cause death.
Ground pump before
connecting to power
supply. Disconnect
power before working
on pump, motor
or tank.
WARNING
All 4” models willl include either a built-in or external
mounted check valve with the discharge head. 6”
models do not include a check valve, and will need to be
purchased separately. Example: Franklin Control Box for
Franklin motors. Make certain that your available voltage
corresponds to that of your motor.

Franklin Electric Submersible Well Pump Specifications

General

Brand	Franklin Electric
Model	Submersible Well Pump
Category	Water Pump
Language	English

Summary

Pump Installation Preparation

Pre-Installation Checks

Fill pump with water before starting. Inspect pump for shipping damage and report immediately to dealer.

Safety Alert Symbol and Warnings

Understand signal words (Danger, Warning, Caution) with the safety alert symbol for potential personal injury.

Installer Information and Records

Installer Qualifications and Responsibilities

Installation by qualified personnel required. Electrical shock/fire hazard if codes not followed. Grounding is critical.

Installation Data Recording

Keep accurate records of installation details like date, model, well depth, wire size, motor, and control box information.

Test Running Procedures

Pre-Operation Test Checks

Check pump and components before installation. Ensure power supply matches motor/control box. Make electrical connections.

Three-Phase Unit Testing

Three-phase motors require magnetic starters with quick-trip, ambient compensated heaters of correct size.

Drop Pipe and Check Valve Installation

Drop Pipe and Cable Handling

Fasten cable to drop pipe every 10 ft. Use safety cable and torque arrestor. Use Schedule 40/80 pipe as needed.

Check Valve Installation Guidelines

Install check valve above pump. Install additional valves every 100 ft. for deeper settings. Consider REMOVABLE poppet valve.

Power Cable Splicing

Cable Splicing Kit Instructions

Follow instructions enclosed in the cable splicing kit you purchase for connecting the submersible pump cable.

Pump Installation and Electrical Wiring

Pump and Associated Equipment Installation

Keep pump 5' from bottom, above screens. Place sanitary well seal or pitless adapter. Ensure adequate flow over motor.

Electrical Requirements and Safety

Employ licensed electrician. Follow codes. Ensure power supply matches motor/control box. Grounding and arrestors are key.

Wiring Diagrams for Pump Types

Diagrams show typical wiring for 2-wire (internal components) and 3-wire (requires control box) single-phase pumps.

Pump Testing and Well Performance

Three-Phase Pump Wiring Diagram

Three-phase pumps require magnetic contractors with 3-leg protection. Figure 4 shows typical wiring diagram.

Well Performance Testing Procedures

Check pump/well performance before final connection. Test for clear water, sand, and correct flow rate vs. well yield.

Addressing Low-Yielding Well Issues

Protect pump from over-pumping by using sensors, floatless controls, flow control valves, or smaller pumps.

Discharge Plumbing and Special Installations

Discharge Plumbing Components

Install check valve upstream from pressure switch. Install pressure relief valve and pressure tank as recommended.

Lake or Stream Installation Safety

Protect pump from contact, currents, debris. Ground fault circuit interrupter advisable. Support pump at 15° slant.

Troubleshooting Pump Issues

Pump Start and Water Delivery Problems

Covers pump start failure, no water delivery, reduced output, frequent cycling, overloads, and rapid pressure switch cycles.

U.S. Limited Warranty

Warranty Coverage and Duration

Warrants products free of defects for 1 year from installation or 2 years from manufacture. Does not cover corrosive liquids.

Warranty Limitations and Exclusions

Warranty excludes damage from misuse, accident, or improper installation. Freight/reinstallation costs are purchaser's.

Legal Rights and Damage Limitations

Warranty grants specific legal rights. Limitations on implied warranties and consequential damages may apply.