Berkeley 3PL Guide

Models 3PL, 5PL, 7PL, 10PL,
10PLS11C, 15PLS11C
Convertible
Jet Pumps
INSTALLATION, OPERATION, & PARTS MANUAL
DESCRIPTION
Corrosion resistant convertible jet pumps (Models 3PL, 5PL,
7PL, 10PL, 10PLS11C and 15PLS11C) are adaptable to
either shallow or deep well installations. A shallow well ejec-
tor (purchase separately) is used for suction lifts of 25 feet
or less and can be used with drilled (cased) wells, driven
well points, and cisterns or lakes. With a deep well ejector
installed, the convertible jet pump can be used on wells up
to 110’ deep (depending on ejector package used). Pump is
equipped with a capacitor start motor and a 30-50 psi preset
pressure switch.
UNPACKING
Open carton and remove pump. Check for loose, missing, or
damaged parts.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
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.
NOTE: Indicates special instructions which are important but
not related to hazards.
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this manu-
al and on pump.
Keep safety labels in good condition.
Replace missing or damaged safety labels.
Electrical Safety
Hazardous voltage. Can shock, burn, or
cause death. Ground pump before connecting to power
supply. Disconnect power before working on pump, motor,
or tank.
Capacitor voltage may be hazardous. To
discharge motor capacitor, hold insulated handle screwdriver
BY THE HANDLE and short capacitor terminals together. Do
not touch metal screwdriver blade or capacitor terminals. If
in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
Wire motor for correct voltage. See “Electrical” section
of this manual, motor nameplate, and diagram inside motor
junction box cover.
Ground motor before connecting to power supply.
Meet United States National Electrical Code, Canadian
Electrical Code, and local codes for all wiring.
Follow wiring instructions in this manual and in motor
junction box when connecting motor to power lines.
General Safety
Hazardous pressure! Do not run pump
against closed discharge. Release all pressure on system
before working on any component.
Do not touch an operating motor. Modern
motors are designed to operate at high temperatures. To
avoid burns when servicing pump, allow it to cool for 20
minutes after shut-down before handling.
Do not allow pump or any system component to freeze. To
do so 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;
properly store all unused tools and equipment.
Keep visitors at a safe distance from the work areas.
Pump body may explode if used as a
booster pump unless relief valve capable of passing full
pump flow at 75 psi is installed.
©2002 Printed in U.S.A. BE367 (Rev. 7/25/02)
293 Wright Street • Delavan, WI 53115

2
Model 3PL Model 5PL
Pressure in PSI Pressure in PSI
Feet to 20 30 40 50 60 20 30 40 50 60
Water GPM with J32P-24 Venturi and #54 Nozzle GPM with J32P-24 Venturi and #51 Nozzle
30 9.8 7.2 4.5 2.2 – 10.0 8.8 6.5 4.1 2.1
40 8.3 5.8 3.5 1.4 – 9.0 7.5 5.1 3.0 1.0
50 7.0 4.5 2.3 – – 8.3 6.4 4.0 2.0 –
60 5.5 3.3 1.3 – – 6.8 5.0 3.0 1.0 –
70 –– – – –5.6 4.0 1.8 – –
80 –– – – –4.0 2.5 0.75 – –
PERFORMANCE
TABLE I – 4” Double Pipe Deep Well Performance and Ejector Chart -
Ejector Package BK4800
Model 3PL Model 5PL
Pressure in PSI Pressure in PSI
Feet to 20 30 40 50 60 20 30 40 50 60
Water GPM with J32P-72 Venturi and #51 Nozzle GPM with J32P-63 Venturi and #51 Nozzle
59.5 9.2 9.0 5.8 3.0 16.2 15.8 15.3 8.7 1.3
10 8.2 8.0 7.8 5.2 2.3 14.2 14.0 13.8 7.2 –
15 7.2 6.8 6.8 4.5 1.8 12.2 12.0 11.8 5.3 –
20 5.7 5.7 5.7 3.8 – 9.7 9.7 9.2 3.7 –
25 4.3 4.3 4.3 3.2 – 7.2 6.8 6.8 – –
Model 3PL Model 5PL
Pressure in PSI Pressure in PSI
Feet to 20 30 40 50 20 30 40 50
Water GPM with J32P-24 Venturi and #54 Nozzle GPM with J32P-24 Venturi and #54 Nozzle
30 9.7 7.0 4.5 2.8 10.0 8.6 6.2 3.8
40 8.1 5.4 3.3 2.3 8.8 7.25 4.8 2.75
50 6.7 4.0 2.6 1.7 8.5 6.0 5.5 1.6
GPM with J32P-18 Venturi and #52 Nozzle
60 3.8 2.9 2.0 1.1 4.2 3.3 2.6 1.9
70 3.2 2.3 1.5 0.7 3.6 2.8 2.1 1.3
80 ––––3.0 2.25 1.6 1.0
90 ––––2.5 1.75 1.2 0.6
100 GPM with J32P-18 Venturi and #52 Nozzle 2.0 1.3 .75 –
TABLE II – 2” Single Pipe Deep Well Performance and Ejector Chart -
Ejector Package BK4830, BK4840
TABLE III – Shallow Well Performance and Ejector Chart - Ejector Package BK4875

3
Model 7PL, 10PLS11C Model 10PL, 15PLS11C
Pressure in PSI Pressure in PSI
Feet to 20 30 40 50 60 20 30 40 50 60
Water GPM with J32P-24 Venturi and #51 Nozzle GPM with J32P-28 Venturi and #55 Nozzle
30 11.0 10.0 8.4 6.6 4.8 24.5 19.0 13.2 9.4 7.2
40 9.6 9.6 7.25 4.5 3.6 19.0 14.5 9.5 7.5 5.6
50 9.5 8.1 6.2 4.5 2.75 13.0 9.75 8.0 6.2 4.3
60 8.2 6.6 5.0 3.3 1.9 10.0 8.2 6.5 4.8 3.0
70 7.2 5.7 4.1 2.5 1.0 8.4 7.0 5.3 3.6 2.0
GPM with J32P-22 Venturi and #53 Nozzle
80 5.4 3.9 2.9 1.5 – 6.2 5.5 4.4 2.9 1.4
90 4.2 3.2 2.0 .75 – 5.0 4.4 3.2 1.9 –
100 –– – – –3.5 3.2 2.2 1.1 –
110 –– – – –2.5 2.25 1.5 – –
PERFORMANCE
TABLE IV – 4” Double Pipe Deep Well Performance and Ejector Chart -
Ejector Package BK4800
Model 7PL, 10PLS11C Model 10PL, 15PLS11C
Pressure in PSI Pressure in PSI
Feet to 20 30 40 50 20 30 40 50
Water GPM with J32P-29 Venturi and #54 Nozzle GPM with J32P-29 Venturi and #54 Nozzle
30 17.8 14.4 10.6 6.4 18.6 15.6 12.3 8.7
40 9.2 11.0 7.4 4.7 15.25 12.4 9.2 6.0
50 8.5 6.0 3.7 1.6 12.3 9.0 6.4 3.2
GPM with J32P-18 Venturi and #52 Nozzle GPM with J32P-29 Venturi and #54 Nozzle
60 5.5 3.75 3.75 3.0 9.75 7.0 4.7 1.1
GPM with J32P-18 Venturi and #52 Nozzle GPM with J32P-18 Venturi and #52 Nozzle
70 5.0 4.1 3.25 2.5 5.1 4.3 3.7 3.0
80 4.3 3.5 2.7 2.0 4.6 3.9 3.25 2.6
90 3.75 3.0 2.25 1.5 4.0 3.3 2.75 2.1
100 3.25 2.5 1.75 1.1 3.6 3.0 2.4 1.75
110 2.5 1.8 1.25 0.7 2.75 2.25 1.75 1.25
TABLE V – 2” Single Pipe Deep Well Performance and Ejector Chart -
Ejector Package BK4830, BK4840
Model 10PLS11C Model 15PLS11C
Pressure in PSI Pressure in PSI
Feet to 20 30 40 50 60 20 30 40 50 60
Water GPM with N32P-64 Venturi and #54 Nozzle GPM with N32P-65 Venturi and #51 Nozzle
521.3 21.0 20.7 13.2 4.2 26.3 26.2 26.2 21.3 8.0
10 18.8 18.7 18.3 11.1 1.7 23.7 23.3 23.2 19.2 3.5
15 16.0 15.8 15.7 8.9 – 20.3 20.2 20.0 16.3 –
20 12.8 12.7 12.3 5.7 – 16.2 16.0 15.8 11.2 –
25 8.5 8.5 8.5 – – 11.5 11.3 11.3 – –
TABLE VI – Shallow Well Performance and Ejector Chart - Ejector Package BK4875

SPECIFICATIONS
Horsepower (3PL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/3
(5PL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/2
(7PL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/4
(10PL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
(10PLS11C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
(15PLS11C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1/2
Volts @ 60 Hz. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115/230
Phase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Motor connected for . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230V
Pressure Switch Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-50 PSI
Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-3/4”
Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-3/4”
Length (3PL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17”
(5PL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-3/4”
(7PL, 10PLS11C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-1/4”
(10PL, 15PLS11C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-3/4”
Port Size - Inlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1/4”
Port Size - Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1”
Weight (3PL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 lbs.
(5PL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 lbs.
(7PL, 10PLS11C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 lbs.
(10PL, 15PLS11C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 lbs.
INSTALLATION
Replacing An Existing Pump
DEEP WELL
Hazardous voltage. Disconnect power to
pump before working on pump or motor.
1. Drain and remove the old pump. Check pipe for scale,
lime, rust, etc., and replace it if necessary.
2. If your old pump has the suction pipe (the larger port –
See Figure 1) below the drive port, you will need to
install flexible pipe between the well head and the pump
so that the connection will be correct (See Figure 2).
NOTE: Your old ejector (in the well) may not be properly
matched to your new pump. If the pump does not perform
properly, we recommend that you install a Berkeley ejector
package to match your pump and well.
3. Install the pump in the system. Make sure that all pipe
joints in the suction pipe are air-tight as well as water
tight. If the suction pipe can suck air, the pump will not
be able to pull water from the well.
4. Adjust the pump mounting height so that the plumbing
connections do not put a strain on the pump body.
Support the pipe so that the pump body does not take
the weight of piping or fittings.
SHALLOW WELL
Hazardous voltage. Disconnect power to
pump before working on pump or motor.
1. Drain and remove the old pump. Check the old pipe for
scale, lime, rust, etc., and replace it if necessary.
2. Install Berkeley ejector kit Model BK4875 (kits are sold
separately). Follow the instructions provided with the kit.
Be sure to align the venturi with the top hole on the front
of the pump (See Figure 3).
NOTE: Always replace the ejector when replacing the pump
in a shallow well installation.
3. Install the pump in the system. Make sure that all pipe
joints in the suction pipe are air-tight as well as water
tight. If the suction pipe can suck air, the pump will not
be able to pull water from the well.
4. Adjust the pump mounting height so that the plumbing
connections do not put a strain on the pump body.
Support the pipe so that the pump body does not take
the weight of piping or fittings.
4
Drive Pipe
sends water
down the well
to drive water
up through the
Suction Pipe
to Pump Suction
Suction
(Larger)
Port
Piping omitted
for clarity
Discharge
Drive
(Smaller)
Port
Figure 1 – Drive and Suction Functions
Suction
Pipe
Drive
Pipe
Well
Head
If well head and pump
don't match, twist
reinforced flexible pipe
to connect drive
and suction pipes.
Figure 2 – Reversed Connections to Well
Tap clamp
to seat it
Figure 3 – Mount Ejector – Shallow Well

New Shallow Well, Driven Point
Installation (Figure 4)
1. Install Berkeley ejector kit BK4875 (kits are sold sepa-
rately). Follow the instructions provided with the kit. Align
the venturi with the top hole on the front of the pump
(See Figure 3).
2. Drive the well, using “drive couplings” and a “drive cap”.
“Drive fittings” are threaded all the way through and allow
the pipe ends to butt against each other so that the dri-
ving force of the maul is carried by the pipe and not by
the threads. The ordinary fittings found in hardware
stores are not threaded all the way through the fitting and
can collapse under impact. “Drive fittings” are also
smoother than standard plumbing fittings, making ground
penetration easier.
3. Mount the pump as close to the well as possible.
4. Use the fewest possible fittings (especially elbows) when
connecting the pipe from the well point to the pump suc-
tion port. The suction pipe should be at least as large as
the suction port on the pump (include a check valve –
See Figure 4). Support the pipe so that there are no dips
or sags in the pipe, so it doesn’t strain the pump body,
and so that it slopes slightly upward from the well to the
pump (high spots can cause air pockets which can air
lock the pump). Seal the suction pipe joints with teflon
tape or pipe joint compound approved for use on PVC.
Joints must be air- and water-tight. If the suction pipe
can suck air, the pump cannot pull water from the well. If
one well point does not supply enough water, consider
connecting two or three well points to one suction pipe.
Cased Well Installation, 2” or Larger
Casing (Figure 5)
1. Install Berkeley ejector kit BK4875 (kits are sold sepa-
rately). Follow the instructions provided with the kit. Align
the venturi with the top hole on the front of the pump
(See Figure 3).
2. Mount the pump as close to the well as possible.
3. Assemble the foot valve, strainer, and well pipe (See
Figure 5). Make sure that the foot valve works freely.
4. Lower the pipe into the well until the strainer is five feet
above the bottom of the well. It should also be at least 10
feet below the well’s water level while the pump is run-
ning in order to prevent the pump from sucking air. Install
a sanitary well seal.
5. Install a priming tee, priming plug, and suction pipe to the
pump (See Figure 5). Connect the pipe from the well to
the pump suction port, using the fewest possible fittings
(especially elbows) as fittings increase friction in the
pipe. The suction pipe should be at least as large as the
suction port on the pump. Use teflon tape or a teflon-
based pipe joint compound on threaded pipe joints.
Support the pipe so that there are no dips or sags in the
pipe, so it doesn’t strain the pump body, and so that it
slopes slightly upward from the well to the pump (high
spots can cause air pockets which can air lock the
pump). Seal the suction pipe joints with teflon tape or a
teflon based pipe joint compound. Joints must be air and
water-tight. If the suction pipe can suck air, the pump
cannot pull water from the well.
5
To Household
Water System
Suction Pipe
From Well
Pressure Gauge
and Priming Port
Drive
Coupling
Drive
Point
Check
Valve
Built-in
Check
Valve
Not
to
Scale
Relief Valve
Priming
Tee and
Plug
Figure 4 – Driven Point Installation Figure 5 – Cased Well Installation
To Household
Water System
Suction Pipe
From Well
Pressure Gauge
and Priming Port
Priming
Tee and
Plug
Built-in
Check Valve
Not
to
Scale
Well
Casing
Foot
Valve
Sanitary
Well Seal
Strainer
5-10'
At least
10'
Relief Valve

INSTALLATION FOR SURFACE WATER
1. Install Berkeley ejector kit BK4875 (sold separately).
Follow the instructions provided with the kit. Align the
venturi with the top hole on the front of the pump (See
Figure 6).
2. The pump should be installed as close to the water as
possible, with the fewest possible fittings (especially
elbows) in the suction pipe. The suction pipe should be
at least as large as the suction port on the pump.
3. Assemble a foot valve and suction pipe (See Figure 7).
Make sure that the foot valve works freely. Use teflon
tape or a teflon-based pipe joint compound on threaded
pipe joints. Protect the foot valve assembly from fish,
trash, etc, by installing a screen around it (See Figure 7).
4. Lower the pipe into the water until the strainer is five feet
above the bottom. It should also be at least 10 feet
below the water level while the pump is running in order
to prevent the pump from sucking air.
5. Install a priming tee, priming plug, and suction pipe to the
pump (See Figure 7). Support the pipe so that there are
no dips or sags in the pipe, so it doesn’t strain the pump
body, and so that it slopes slightly upward from the well
to the pump (high spots can cause air pockets which can
air lock the pump). Seal the suction pipe joints with teflon
tape or a teflon-based pipe joint compound. Joints must
be air and water-tight. If the suction pipe can suck air,
the pump cannot pull water from the well.
New Deep Well
4” Or Larger Well (Figure 8)
1. Assemble Berkeley ejector kit BK4800 (sold separately).
Follow the instructions included with the kit in order to
match the nozzle and venturi to your well conditions.
2. Mount the pump as close to the well as possible.
3. Connect two pipes (1” drive, 1-1⁄4” suction) to the ejector
and lower the ejector into the well until it is five feet from
the bottom. It should also be at least 10 feet below the
well’s water level while the pump is running in order to
prevent the pump from sucking air.
4. Install a sanitary well seal and connect the ejector piping
to the pump. Flexible poly pipe is recommended for ease
of installation. However, use steel nipples through the
well seal as tightening the well seal on plastic pipe can
crush the pipe.
5. Support the pipe so that there are no dips or sags in the
pipe, so it doesn’t strain the pump body, and so that it
slopes slightly upward from the well to the pump (high
spots can cause air pockets which can air lock the
pump). Seal the suction pipe joints with teflon tape or a
teflon-based pipe joint compound. Joints must be air and
water-tight. If the suction pipe can suck air, the pump
cannot pull water from the well.
6
Tap clamp
to seat it
Figure 6 – Install Ejector
To Household
Water System
Suction Pipe
From Well
Foot
Valve
Screen
Pressure Gauge
and Priming Port
Built-in
Check
Valve
Not
to
Scale
At least
10'
Relief Valve
Figure 7 – Surface Water Installation
To Household
Water System
Pressure
Gauge and
Priming
Plug
Well
Head
Drive (Small)
Pipe to Well
Venturi
Nozzle
Ejector
Not
to
Scale
Foot Valve
Strainer
Relief
Valve
Suction (Large)
Pipe from Well
Figure 8 – 4” and Larger Deep Well

New Deep Well 2” Well (Figure 9)
1. Mount the pump as close to the well as possible.
2. Assemble Berkeley ejector kit BK4840 (sold separately),
well piping, and well head adapter according to the
instructions provided with the ejector package (See
Figure 9.) Use galvanized drop pipe with turned cou-
plings to allow proper flow. Follow the instructions includ-
ed with the kit in order to match the nozzle and venturi to
your well conditions.
3. Run two pipes (one smaller drive pipe, one larger suction
pipe) from the well to the pump. Support the pipe so that
there are no dips or sags in the pipe, so it doesn’t strain
the pump body, and so that it slopes slightly upward from
the well to the pump (high spots can cause air pockets
which can air lock the pump). Seal the suction pipe joints
with teflon tape or a teflon-based pipe joint compound.
Joints must be air and water-tight. If the suction pipe can
suck air, the pump cannot pull water from the well.
Discharge Pipe and Pressure Tank
Connections
PRE-CHARGE TANK CONNECTION (FIGURE 10)
1. Install a close nipple and a tee in the pump discharge
port (See Figure 10). The pipe size must be at least as
large as the discharge port. Run a pipe or reinforced
hose from one arm of the tee to the port on the pre-
charged tank.
2. Install a second close nipple and tee with a relief valve in
the tee.
3. Connect the other end of the second discharge tee to
your plumbing system.
4. Check the pre-charge of air in the tank with an ordinary
tire gauge. The pre-charge should be 2 psi less than the
cut-in setting of the pump’s pressure switch. The pre-
charge is measured when there is no water pressure in
the tank. Your new pump has a 30/50 psi switch, so
adjust the tank pre-charge pressure to 28 psi.
STANDARD TANK CONNECTION (FIGURE 11)
1. Install a close nipple and a tee in the pump discharge
port. Mount a relief valve in one arm of the tee.
2. Install a second close nipple and tee in the open arm of
the first tee. Put a priming plug in one arm of the second
tee.
3. Run a pipe from the open arm of the second tee to the
inlet port of your tank. The pipe size must be at least as
large as the pump discharge port.
4. Remove the 1/8” NPT pipe plug from the pump Air
Volume Control (AVC) port (See Figure 11). Run tubing
from the pump’s AVC port to the port on the AVC mount-
ed on the tank. See instructions provided with tank and
AVC for details.
7
Suction (Large)
Pipe from Well
To Household
Water System
Pressure Gauge
and Priming
Plug
Well
Head
Drive (Small)
Pipe to Well
Well Casing
serves as
Drive Pipe
Suction Pipe
Venturi
Nozzle
Ejector
Not
to
Scale
Relief
Valve
JET NO J32P 24
Figure 9 – 2” (Single Pipe) Deep Well
To Household
Water System
Pressure Gauge
and Priming Plug
From
Well
Relief
Valve
Pressure
Switch
Figure 10 – Pre-charged Tank Connections
To Household
Water System
Pressure
Switch
From
Well
AVC Port
Air Volume
Control
Air Volume
Control Tube
Priming Tee
and Plug
Relief Valve
Figure 11 – Standard Tank Connections

Hazardous voltage. Disconnect power
before working on pump, motor, pressure switch, or wiring.
Your Motor Terminal Board (under the motor end cover) and
Pressure Switch look like one of those shown above.
Convert to 115 Volts as shown. Do not change motor wiring if
line voltage is 230 Volts or if you have a single voltage
motor. Connect power supply as shown for your type of
switch and your supply voltage.
Hazardous voltage. Can shock, burn, or
kill. Connect ground wire before connecting power supply
wires. Use the wire size (including the ground wire) specified
in the wiring chart (Page 10). If possible, connect the pump
to a separate branch circuit with no other appliances on it.
Explosion hazard. Do not ground to a gas
supply line.
Wiring Connections
Fire hazard. Incorrect voltage can cause a
fire or seriously damage the motor and voids the warranty.
The supply voltage must be within ±10% of the motor name-
plate voltage.
NOTE: Dual-voltage motors are factory wired for 230 volts. If
necessary, reconnect the motor for 115 volts, as shown. Do
not alter the wiring in single voltage motors.
Install, ground, wire, and maintain your pump in compliance
with the United States National Electrical Code (NEC) or the
Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), as applicable, and with all
local codes and ordinances that apply. Consult your local
building inspector for code information.
Connection Procedure
1. Connect the ground wire first as shown in Figure 12. The
ground wire must be a solid copper wire at least as large
as the power supply wires.
2. There must be a solid metal connection between the pres-
sure switch and the motor for motor grounding protection. If
the pressure switch is not connected to the motor, connect
the green ground screw in the switch to the green ground
screw under the motor end cover. Use a solid copper wire
at least as large as the power supply wires.
3. Connect the ground wire to a grounded lead in a service
panel, to a metal underground water pipe, to a metal well
casing at least ten feet (3M) long, or to a ground elec-
trode provided by the power company or the hydro
authority.
4. Connect the power supply wires to the pressure switch
as shown in Figure 12.
8
Figure 12 – Motor wiring connections through Pressure Switch. Match motor voltage to line voltage.
Pull plug
straight
out from
terminal
board.
1.
1.
2.
2.
Plug in again
with arrow
on plug
pointing to
'115 Volts'.
230 Volts
115 Volts
A
L
230 Volts
115 Volts
Ground
Screw
3962 0401 A
115 V
230 V
230 Volt to 115 Volt Conversion. Move plug to change voltage.
Ground
Screw
230V
115V
230V
115V
L2
1
L1
230V
15V
A
L2
L1
230V
15
Power Supply
Wires
230 Volt to 115 Volt Conversion. Move plug to change voltage.
Clamp the power cable to prevent strain
on the terminal screws.
Connect the green (or bare copper) ground wire
to the green ground screw.
Motor wires connect here.
Clamp the power cable to prevent strain
on the terminal screws.
Connect the green (or bare copper) ground wire
to the green ground screw.
Motor wires connect here.
Power supply wires connect here.
230 Volt: Connect 2 hot wires (black and red)
here and cap the white (neutral) wire. It does
not matter which wire goes to which screw.
115 Volt: Connect one hot wire (black or red)
to one of these screws (it doesn't matter
which one). Connect the white (neutral) wire
to the other screw. Cap any remaining
black or red wires.
Power supply wires connect here.
230 Volt: Connect 2 hot wires (black and red)
here and cap the white (neutral) wire. It does
not matter which wire goes to which screw.
115 Volt: Connect one hot wire (black or red)
to one of these screws (it doesn't matter
which one). Connect the white (neutral) wire
to the other screw. Cap any remaining
black or red wires.
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

OPERATION
Preparing to Start the Pump – Deep Well
Never run pump dry. Running pump without
water may cause pump to overheat, damaging seal and pos-
sibly causing burns to persons handling pump. Fill pump with
water before starting.
Never run pump against closed discharge.
To do so can boil water inside pump, causing hazardous
pressure in unit, risk of explosion and possibly scalding per-
sons handling pump.
1. Open the control valve as far as possible (See Figure
13). Then remove the priming plug from the pump and fill
the pump, fill all piping between the pump and the well,
and make sure that all piping in the well is full. If you
have also installed a priming tee in the suction piping,
remove the plug from the tee and fill the suction piping.
2. Replace all fill plugs and close the control valve com-
pletely (See Figure 14).
3. Power on! Start the pump and watch the pressure gauge.
The pressure should build rapidly to 50 psi as the pump
primes.
4. After 2 or 3 minutes, the gauge should show pressure. If
not, stop the pump, remove the fill plugs, reopen the con-
trol valve, and refill the pump and piping. You may have
to repeat this two or three times in order to get all the
trapped air out of the piping. Don’t forget to close the
control valve each time before you start the pump.
5. When pressure has built up and stabilized at about 50
psi, slowly open the control valve (See Figure 15) and let
the pressure drop until the pressure gauge needle starts
to flutter. When the needle flutters, close the valve just
enough to stop the flutter (See Figure 15). Your pump is
now operating at its most efficient point.
9
Open control
valve as far as
possible and
fill pump and
piping through
priming port
or priming tee.
Figure 13 – Fill Pump
Replace all
fill plugs and
completely
close control
valve .
Figure 14 – Prime Pump
C-Close Control Valve until Pressure
Stabilizes
A-Open Control Valve
B-Watch for Pressure Gauge to Flutter
Figure 15 – Set Control Valve
Max. Load Branch Fuse Distance in Feet from Motor to Supply
Model Volts Amps Rating Amps* 0 - 100 101 - 200 201 - 300 301 - 400 401 - 500
3PL 115/230 8.8/4.4 15/15 14/14 12/14 10/14 8/14 8/12
5PL 115/230 12.2/6.1 20/15 12/14 10/14 8/14 6/12 6/12
7PL 115/230 14.8/7.4 20/15 12/14 8/14 6/14 6/12 4/10
10PL 115/230 16.2/8.1 25/15 10/14 8/14 6/14 6/12 4/10
10PLS11C 115/230 14.8/7.4 20/15 12/14 8/14 6/14 6/12 4/10
15PLS11C 115/230 16.2/8.1 25/15 10/14 8/14 6/14 6/12 4/10
WIRING CHART – RECOMMENDED WIRE AND FUSE SIZES
(*) Fusetrons are recommended instead of fuses on all motor circuits.

6. After the pump has built up pressure in the system and
shut off, check the pressure switch operation by opening
a faucet or two and running enough water out to bleed
off pressure until the pump starts. The pump should start
when pressure drops to 30 psi and stop when pressure
reaches 50 psi. Run the pump through one or two com-
plete cycles to verify correct operation. This will also help
clean the system of dirt and scale dislodged during
installation.
If you were unsuccessful, please refer to the
Troubleshooting section (Page 10) or call our
customer service technical staff.
Preparing to Start the Pump –
Shallow Well
Never run pump dry. Running pump without
water may cause pump to overheat, damaging seal and pos-
sibly causing burns to persons handling pump. Fill pump with
water before starting.
Never run pump against closed discharge.
To do so can boil water inside pump, causing hazardous
pressure in unit, risk of explosion and possibly scalding per-
sons handling pump.
1. Open the control valve as far as possible (See Figure
16). Then remove the priming plug from the pump and fill
the pump, fill all piping between the pump and the well,
and make sure that all piping in the well is full. If you
have also installed a priming tee in the suction piping,
remove the plug from the tee and fill the suction piping.
2. Replace all fill plugs. Leave the control valve open (in a
shallow well installation, the control valve always stays
open).
3. Power on! Start the pump. The pump should pump water
in two or three minutes.
4. If you don’t have water after 2 or 3 minutes, stop the
pump and remove the fill plugs. Refill the pump and pip-
ing. You may have to repeat this two or three times in
order to get all the trapped air out of the piping. The con-
trol valve remains open throughout this procedure.
5. After the pump has built up pressure in the system and
shut off, check the pressure switch operation by
opening a faucet or two and running enough water out to
bleed off pressure until the pump starts. The pump
should start when pressure drops to 30 psi and stop
when pressure reaches 50 psi. Run the pump through
one or two complete cycles to verify correct operation.
This will also help clean the system of dirt and scale dis-
lodged during installation.
If you were unsuccessful, please refer to the
Troubleshooting section (Page 10) or call our
customer service technical staff.
10
Open control
valve as far as
possible and
fill pump and
piping through
priming port
or priming tee.
Figure 16 – Open Control Valve

11
Symptoms Things to Do:
A. Motor will not run. A. Check that the disconnect switch is ON and that the circuit breaker
has not tripped or the fuse has not blown.
DISCONNECT POWER and make sure that wires connecting motor to
power supply and pressure switch are tight and correctly connected
(see Page 7).
If the remedies above do not solve the problem, call your well
professional.
B. Motor runs hot and overload trips. B. Turn to electrical instructions on Page 7 and verify that motor is
correctly wired.
Check with the power company or hydro authority to make sure
that the voltage at the pump is within + 10% of the motor’s rated
nameplate voltage.
DISCONNECT POWER and make sure that the wires connecting the
motor to the power supply are sized according to Wiring Chart, Page 7.
If not, rewire according to the instructions on Page 7.
If the pump is cycling too frequently, see Section E, below.
C. Motor runs but no water is delivered. C. FIRST, check the prime; that is, make sure that the pump and all the
suction piping plus the piping in the well are full of water. If they
aren’t, fill them up.
In cold weather, make sure that the pipes and pump are not frozen.
If they are, thaw them, watching out for split pipes and fittings as you
work. Heat the pump pit or pump house and bury all piping below
the frost line.
Other possible causes (call your pump professional if you suspect one
of these): Air leaks in the suction line, dropping water level in the well,
foot valve stuck or plugged, ejector plugged, impeller plugged, foot
valve or strainer stuck in the mud in the bottom of the well, a shallow
well pump installed on a well with more than 25 ft depth to water
(in this case a deep well jet pump is needed).
D. Pump does not deliver water to full capacity. D. Possible causes are: the well water level is lower than estimated,
making a different nozzle/venturi combination necessary; steel piping
(if used) is corroded or limed, restricting capacity and increasing
friction; or the piping is too small for the installation. Consult your
well professional for any of these conditions.
E. Pump cycles too frequently or does not shut E. Make sure no faucets have been left open.
off at all. If system has a standard tank, make sure it isn’t waterlogged. If it is,
drain it down to the level of the air volume control. Make sure the
AVC isn’t defective and that there are no leaks at any connections.
If system has a precharged tank, disconnect power, open all system
faucets and bleed all pressure off of tank. Use a tire gauge to check
the air pressure in the tank. This should be lower than the cut-in setting
of the pressure switch by 2 PSI (that is, if the pressure switch starts the
pump at 30 PSI, the precharge should be 28 PSI). Check the air valve
for leaks (use a soap solution) and replace the core if necessary.
If you suspect any of the following conditions, consult your well
professional: leaky pipes, leaky foot valve, water level in the well
lower than estimated, clogged ejector or impeller.
F. Air spurts from faucets. F. Pump may still be priming; when priming is complete all air will have
been ejected from the system.
If you suspect leaks in the suction piping, gasses in the well, or that the
pump is intermittently overpumping the well (that is, drawing the water
level down below the foot valve), consult your well professional.
G. Pump leaks around clamp. G. Tighten clamp nut 1-2 turns. Do not overtighten.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

12
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST
* Standard hardware item, purchase locally.
• Not shown and not included. Order separately.
** Not illustrated.
Key
No. Description Qty. 3PL 5PL 7PL 10PL 10PLS11C 15PLS11C
1Motor 1 A100BHL A100CHL A100DHL A100EHL A100ELL A100FLL
2Water slinger 1 17351-0009 17351-0009 17351-0009 17351-0009 17351-0009 17351-0009
3Pressure gauge 1 U239-3 U239-3 U239-3 U239-3 U239-3 U239-3
41/2 x 1/8” NPT Reducer bushing 1 U78-107PT U78-107PT U78-107PT U78-107PT U78-107PT U78-107PT
5Pump body, back half 1 L176-47P L176-47P L176-47P L176-47P L176-47P L176-47P
6O-ring 1 U9-399 U9-399 U9-399 U9-399 U9-399 U9-399
7Shaft seal 1 U109-6A U109-6A U109-6A U109-6A U109-6A U109-6A
8Impeller 1 J105-40PE J105-42PT J105-8PAN J105-22PA J105-8PAN J105-22PA
9Diffuser 1 J1-39P J1-39P J1-40P J1-40PA J1-40P J1-40PA
** Lockwasher 5 U43-21SS U43-21SS U43-21SS U43-21SS U43-21SS U43-21SS
10 #8 - 32 x 7/8” lg. Screw, S.S. 5 * * * * * *
11 Diffuser O-ring 1 U9-199 U9-199 U9-199 U9-199 U9-199 U9-199
12 Pump body clamp 1 C19-54SS C19-54SS C19-54SS C19-54SS C19-54SS C19-54SS
13 Pump body, front half 1 L76-37P L76-37P L76-37P L76-37P L76-37P L76-37P
14 Control valve 1 L162-10PS L162-10PS L162-10PS L162-10PS L162-10PS L162-10PS
15 1/8” NPT Pipe plug 1 * * * * * *
16 1/4” NPT Pipe plug 1 * * * * * *
17 1/4” NPT straight barbed fitting 1 * * * * * *
18 Switch tube 1 U37-671P U37-671P U37-671P U37-671P U37-671P U37-671P
19 Base 1 C4-42P C4-42P C4-42P C4-42P C4-42P C4-42P
20 5/16” Washer, S.S. 4 * * * * * *
21 5/16” - 18 Hex head nut, S.S. 4 * * * * * *
22 Motor pad 1 C35-11 C35-11 C35-11 C35-11 C35-11 C35-11
23 1/4” NPT Elbow barbed fitting 1 * * * * * *
24 Pressure switch 1 U217-1216 U217-1216 U217-1216 U217-1217 U217-1216 U217-1217
25 1/2” Locknut 1 * * * * * *
26 Connector 1 L43-5C L43-5C L43-5C L43-5C L43-5C L43-5C
•Ejector Kit – Shallow well 1 BK4875 BK4875 BK4875 BK4875 BK4875 BK4875
•Ejector Kit – Deep well (4” dia. well) 1 BK4800 BK4800 BK4800 BK4800 BK4800 BK4800
•Ejector Kit – Deep well (2” single pipe well) 1 BK4840 BK4840 BK4840 BK4840 BK4840 BK4840
MODELS
3PL, 5PL, 7PL, 10PL,
10PLS11C, 15PLS11C
1
23
45
6
78
9
11 12
18
16
15
19
21
22
23
24
25 26
20
10
13
14
17
1171 0794

13
BERKELEY LIMITED WARRANTY
Berkeley/Wicor Canada Company (“Wicor”) warrants to the original consumer purchaser (“Purchaser”) of
its products that they are free from defects in material or workmanship.
If within twelve (12) months from the date of installation or twenty-four (24) months from the date of manu-
facture any such product shall prove to be defective, it shall be repaired or replaced at Berkeley’s/Wicor’s
option, subject to the terms and conditions set forth below.
General Terms and Conditions
Purchaser must pay all labor and shipping charges necessary to replace product covered by this warranty.
This warranty shall not apply to products which, in the sole judgement of Berkeley/Wicor, have been sub-
ject to negligence, abuse, accident, misapplication, tampering, alteration; nor due to improper installation,
operation, maintenance or storage; nor to other than normal application, use or service, including but not
limited to, operational failures caused by corrosion, rust or other foreign materials in the system, or opera-
tion at pressures in excess of recommended maximums.
Requests for service under this warranty shall be made by contacting the installing Berkeley/Wicor dealer
as soon as possible after the discovery of any alleged defect. Berkeley/Wicor will subsequently take cor-
rective action as promptly as reasonably possible. No requests for service under this warranty will be
accepted if received more than 30 days after the term of the warranty.
The warranty on all three phase submersible motors is void if three-leg overload protection of recommend-
ed size is not used.
This warranty sets forth Berkeley’s/Wicor’s sole obligation and purchaser’s exclusive remedy for defective
products.
BERKELEY/WICOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONTIN-
GENT DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WAR-
RANTIES. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND
THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE EXPRESS WARRANTIES PROVIDED HEREIN.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations
on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
In the U.S.: Berkeley, 293 Wright St., Delavan, WI 53115
In Canada: Wicor Canada Company, 1800 Courtney Park Drive East, Unit 5-7, Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1W1