STA-RITE MPFA6F-147L User Manual

DYNA-GLAS
TM
and DYNA-MAX
TM
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
WITH INTEGRAL TRAP
O W N E R’ S M A N U A L
INSTALLATION, OPERATION & PARTS
Series MPRA, MPEA, and MPFA
See Page 2 for Model Numbers
This manual should be furnished to the end user of this pump;
its use will reduce service calls and chance of
injury and will lengthen pump life.
(Unions optional)
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04-15-10
S4243 (Rev. A)

STA-RITE MPFA6F-147L Specifications

General

Model	MPFA6F-147L
Category	Water Pump
Horsepower	1.5 HP
Voltage	230V
Phase	1
Motor Type	TEFC
Inlet Size	1.5 inches
Outlet Size	1.5 inches
Port Size	1.5 inches

Summary

Safety Instructions

Safety Alert Symbols

Explains hazard symbols (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, NOTICE) and their meanings.

Electrical Safety and Wiring

Grounding and Electrical Connections

Explains proper grounding procedures and wiring connections for safety.

Voltage Matching and Safety

Motor Wiring and Voltage Setup

Grounding and Bonding Procedures

Details how to properly ground and bond the motor and system components.

Dual-Voltage Motor Configuration

Pump Operation and Priming

Safe Operation Warnings

Provides critical warnings before operating the pump, especially regarding dry running.

Pump Priming Instructions

Details steps for priming the pump, including trap cover removal and filling.

Troubleshooting and Pump Repair

Pump Performance Troubleshooting

Addresses common issues like failure to pump, reduced capacity, or low discharge pressure.

Pump Reassembly Instructions