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Pentair STA-RITE User Manual

Pentair STA-RITE
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OWNER’S MANUAL
Close Coupled Motor Drive
Centrifugal Pump
© 2013 Pentair, Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
S218 (Rev. 01/28/13)
293 WRIGHT STREET, DELAVAN, WI 53115 WWW.STA-RITE.COM
PH: 888-782-7483
Important
For best possible performance and continuous, satisfactory operation,
read these instructions before installing your new pump.
Should service be required, this manual can be a valuable guide.
It should be kept near the installation for ready reference.
Record nameplate data from pump on blank nameplate inside this
manual for future reference.
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Pentair STA-RITE Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelSTA-RITE
CategoryWater Pump
BrandPentair
Seal TypeMechanical
Motor TypeTEFC (Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled)

Summary

Safety

Important Safety Instructions

Details safety alert symbols (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, NOTICE) and general safety advice.

Electrical Safety

Provides guidelines for safe electrical connections, wiring, and grounding.

General Safety

Covers risks of explosion, heavy parts, burns, freezing, and general work area safety.

California Proposition 65 Warning

Informs about chemicals known to cause cancer or reproductive harm in California.

Warranty

Limited Warranty

Outlines the terms, conditions, and periods of the product warranty.

Installation

Motor/Pump Lifting Procedure

Instructions on safely lifting the motor and pump assembly using appropriate equipment.

Location

Guidance on selecting an optimal and accessible installation site for the pump.

Pump Foundation

Requirements for a stable and substantial concrete foundation to support the pump.

Piping

Recommendations for system piping size, velocity, and alignment with pump connections.

Suction Lift Applications

Specific recommendations for suction piping and lift installations, including NPSHA.

Discharge Connection

Guidelines for proper discharge piping, including pipe sizing and check valve selection.

Electrical Connection

Detailed steps for safely connecting the pump motor to the power supply.

Before Start-Up

Essential checks, including rotational direction, before initial pump operation.

Installation • Operation

Priming the Pump

Procedures for filling the pump and suction line with water before operation.

Starting

Steps for safely starting the pump after it has been primed.

Stopping

Instructions on how to safely shut down the pump.

Operation

General precautions and advice during normal pump operation.

Re-priming the Pump

Steps to take if the pump loses its prime and needs to be re-primed.

Maintenance

Lubrication

Information on lubricating motor bearings and the liquid end's lubrication needs.

Performance Check

Guidance on periodically verifying pump output and performance.

Observational Maintenance

Monitoring vibration, noise, and temperature for operational health.

Pump Protection-Cold Weather/ Wet Weather Installations

Advice on protecting the pump from environmental conditions like freezing and moisture.

Pump Nomenclature

Identification and description of the various parts of the pump assembly.

Mechanical Shaft Seal Removal

Step-by-step instructions for safely removing the mechanical shaft seal.

Mechanical Shaft Seal Installation

Step-by-step instructions for correctly installing the mechanical shaft seal.

Ordering Replacement Parts

Information on how to locate the pump nameplate and order correct replacement parts.

Troubleshooting

Electrical

Identifies common electrical problems, their probable causes, and corrective actions.

Mechanical

Identifies common mechanical problems, their probable causes, and corrective actions.

System

Identifies common system issues, their probable causes, and corrective actions.

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