Pentair Berkeley SSHM-2 User Manual

Installation 6
1 Bolt pump to solid, level foundation.
2. Support all piping connected to the pump.
3. Wrap1-1/2totwolayersofPTFEtapeclockwise(asyoufaceendof
pipe) on all male threads being attached to pump.
4. Tighten joints hand tight plus 1-1/2 turns. Do not overtighten.
NOTICE : Installpumpasclosetowellheadaspossible.Longpipingruns
and many fittings create friction and reduce flow.
NOTICE: For long horizontal pipe runs, install a priming tee between check
valve and well head as shown in Figure 6. For driven point installations,
install a check valve as shown in Figure 6. Be sure check valve flow arrow
points toward pump.
Useschedule80orironpipe.SeeWell Pipe In stalla tion for more
information.
Wiring
Hazardous voltage. Follow these rules to avoid potential harm:
• Groundmotorbeforeconnectingtoelectricalpowersupply.Failureto
ground motor can cause severe or fatal electrical shock hazard.
• Donotgroundtoagassupplyline.
• Toavoiddangerousorfatalelectricalshock,turnOFFpowertomotor
before working on electrical connections.
• Supplyvoltagemustbewithin±10%ofnameplatevoltage.Incorrect
voltagecancausefireordamagemotorandvoidswarranty.Ifindoubt
consult a licensed electrician.
• UsewiresizespecifiedinWiring Chart.Ifpossible,connectpumptoa
separate branch circuit with no other appliances on it.
• Wiremotorasshown(Figure12B).Ifmotornameplatediagramdoes
not match either Figure 12A or 12B, follow nameplate diagram.
Figure 8 – Bolt Pump Down
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Figure 9 – Independently Support All
Piping Attached to Pump
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Figure 10 – Use PTFE pipe thread sealant tape on pipe
joints and connections to pump.
No air leaks In
Suction pipe.
If air flows
water won’t
Use PTFE tape.
Use PTFE pipe thread sealant tape or pipe joint
compound approved for use on PVC.
Figure 11 – Don’t overtighten.
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Don’t Hit
Thread Stops
Don’t
Overtighten
F
rom
Well
Pump
Body
Hand Tight Plus 1-1/2 Turns With Wrench.

Pentair Berkeley SSHM-2 Specifications

General

Brand	Pentair
Model	Berkeley SSHM-2
Category	Water Pump
Language	English