Flotec FP7100H-04 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
Pre-Charged Pressure and
HorizontalTanks and Fittings
NOTICE D’UTILISATION
Réservoirs horizontaux et à pression
préchargée,avec connexions
MANUAL DEL USUARIO
Tanques de presion precargada,
tanques horizontales y accesorios
©1998 PRINTED IN U.S.A. FP490 (Rev. 11/16/98)
®
P.O. Box 342, Delavan, WI 53115
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.flotecwater.com
MODELS
FP7100-04
FP7100H-04
FP7110-04
FP7110T-04
FP7110TH-04
FP7120-04
FP7125-04*
FP7130-04*
*Models FP7125-04 and
FP7130-04 do not have the
pump mounting bracket.
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Safety 2
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.
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.
1. Read this manual carefully. Failure to follow
these Instructions could cause serious bodily
injury and/or property damage.
2. Consult installer or licensed plumber for correct
relief valve. Install system according to local
codes.
3. Always test water from well for purity before
using. Check local health department for testing
procedure.
4. Before installing or servicing tank, BE SURE
pump electric power source is disconnected.
Release all water pressure before working on
tank or system. Release air pressure before
removing cover flange.
5. Install relief valve in pump supply line to tank,
as close to tank as possible.
6. BE SURE pump electrical circuit is properly
grounded.
7. Remove bleeder orifices, air volume controls or
other air charging devices in existing system.
8. DO NOT USE tank as a surge suppressor.
Hazardous pressure. To prevent pos-
sible serious or fatal injury and/or damage to
equipment, system pressure must be less than 100
pounds per square inch (PSI) (689kPa) under any
circumstances. Failure to follow instruction can
result in tank blowup. If system discharge pressure
can exceed 100 PSI (689kPa), install a relief valve
capable of passing the full pump volume at 100
PSI (689kPa).
Do not allow pump, tank, or piping
system to freeze. Freezing can severely damage
equipment and may lead to tank explosion and
serious injury. Allowing tank to freeze voids tank
warranty.
FLOTEC 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 the original consumer
purchase any such product shall prove to be defective, it shall be
repaired or replaced at FLOTEC’s option, subject to the terms and con-
ditions set forth below. Your dated proof of purchase will be used to
determine warranty eligibility.
Exceptions to the Twelve (12) Month Warranty
Ninety (90) Day Warranty:
If within ninety (90) days from original consumer purchase any Drill
Pump or In-Line Water Filter Cartridge shall prove to be defective, it
shall be replaced, subject to the terms set forth below.
Three (3) Year Warranty:
If within three (3) years from original consumer purchase any 4”
Submersible Well Pump shall prove to be defective, it shall be
repaired or replaced at FLOTEC’s option, subject to the terms set forth
below.
Five (5) Year Warranty:
If within five (5) years from original consumer purchase any Pre-
Charge water system tank shall prove to be defective, it shall be
repaired or replaced at FLOTEC’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 acts
of God, nor shall it apply to products which, in the sole judgement of
FLOTEC, have been subject to negligence, abuse, accident, misappli-
cation, tampering, alteration; nor due to improper installation, opera-
tion, maintenance or storage; nor to other than normal application, use
of service, including but not limited to, operational failures caused by
corrosion, rust or other foreign materials in the system, or operation at
pressures in excess of recommended maximums.
Requests for service under this warranty shall be made by returning the
defective product to the Retail outlet or to FLOTEC as soon as possible
after the discovery of any alleged defect. FLOTEC will subsequently
take corrective 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.
This warranty sets forth FLOTEC’s sole obligation and purchaser’s
exclusive remedy for defective products.
FLOTEC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCI-
DENTAL, OR CONTINGENT DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF
ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES, 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 APPLICA-
BLE 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 warran-
ty 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.
FLOTEC • P.O. Box 342 • Delavan, WI U.S.A. 53115
Phone: [phone] • Fax: [phone] • E-Mail: [email protected] • Web Site: http://www.flotecwater.com
ATTACH ORIGINAL RECEIPT HERE FORWARRANTY CONSIDERATION.
Flotec LimitedWarranty

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General Information 3
GENERAL INFORMATION
Tanks listed below are pre-charged, or filled with
air at the factory, to 40 pounds per square inch
(PSI) (276kPa). When installing tank, set tank pres-
sure according to Chart 1. To do this, bleed air from
or add air to tank through valve on top of tank.
NOTICE: Always set or check tank pre-charge with
NO WATER in tank or water pressure in system. If
you have already pumped water before setting or
checking pre-charge pressure, turn pump off. Open
faucet until there is no more water pressure. Set
pre-charge in tank according to Chart 1, then close
faucet and turn pump back on.
NOTICE: Replace and tighten air valve cap after
pressure is adjusted correctly. Failure to replace air
cap may allow loss of air pressure and lead to tank
waterlogging and bladder failure.
CHART I
(The first number on the pressure switch is the
pump on setting; the second number is the pump
off setting.)
Pre-charged storage tanks can be connected togeth-
er to increase the drawdown. Drawdown is the
actual amount of usable water available from when
the tank is full to when the pump turns on.
Installing two tanks of same size will double the
drawdown supply, three tanks will triple the draw-
down supply, (Figure 1). Locate pressure switch as
shown. Tank and pressure switch cannot be more
than 10’ (3M) apart.
NOTICE: Tank capacity is different than drawdown.
Tank capacity is the actual physical volume of the
sheet metal that makes up the tank.
OPERATING CYCLE (FIGURE 2)
Step 1. Tank nearly empty – air expands filling area
above bladder (Figure A).
Step 2. Water enters tank – air is compressed
above bladder as it fills with water (Figure
B).
Step 3. Pump-up cycle completed – air compressed
to OFF setting of pressure switch (Figure C).
Step 4. Water drawn from tank – compressed tank
air forces water out of bladder (Figure D).
Step 5. Bladder empty – new cycle ready to begin
(Figure A).
Connect discharge pipe from pump to a tee.
Connect one side of tee to tank flange and the
other side of tee to service. Use plastic or steel pipe
as required. To prevent leaks, use Teflon tape or
Plasto-Joint Stik1on male threads of all threaded
connections to tank.
STANDARD TANK
REPLACEMENT
When replacing standard tank in a water system
with pre-charged tank, no bleeder orifices or Air
Volume Control (AVC) are required. When sizing a
pre-charged tank to replace a standard tank, the
tanks should have equivilant drawdowns. For
example, model FP7110T-04 precharged tank has a
drawdown of 5.8 gallons (22L) and is equivalent to
a 42 gallon standard tank that has a drawdown of
4.3 gallons (16.3L).
Hazardous voltage and hazardous
pressure. Disconnect all power to pump and bleed
all pressure from system before working on pump,
tank, or piping.
1Lake Chemical Co., Chicago, Illinois
When Pressure Switch Reduce Tank
Setting Is Precharge (PSI) To
20-40 PSI (138-276 kPa) 18 (124 kPa)
30-50 PSI (207-345 kPa) 28 (193 kPa)
40-60 PSI (276-414 kPa) 38 (262 kPa)
To service
piping
From
Well
Tanks
Pressure switch 909 0993
Figure 1
Figure 2
WATER
A B
WATER WATER
C D

Installation 4
For jet pump installation, remove AVC tube from
port in pump body or jet body and plug port (see
Figure 3). New pumps come with plug installed.
NOTICE: When working on submersible pumps in
wells be sure safety rope is solidly connected to
pump and to secure anchor at the well head at all
times. Do not drop the pump down the well!
NOTICE: For submersible pump installations, there
may be bleeder orifices in the vertical discharge
pipe. When the bleeder orifices are functioning
correctly, they add air to the water in the system.
They must be removed and the tees plugged when
a pre-charged tank is installed in the system. To do
this, raise the pump and discharge piping enough
to bring the bleeder orifices clear of the well.
Remove the bleeder orifices from tees and replace
with plugs (see Figure 4). Bleeder orifices may be
any of several sizes. Have a pair each of 1/2”, 3/4”,
and 1” plugs available. Replace pump and recon-
nect the discharge pipe.
NOTICE: To be sure joint is not cross-threaded and
threads are clean, make connections by hand (with-
out sealer) first. When threads are clean, remove
pipe, add Teflon tape or Plasto-Joint Stik, and
remake connection. Tighten by hand first; finish
with pipe wrench.
In areas where temperature is high for long periods
of time, tank pre-charge pressure may increase.
This may reduce tank drawdown (amount of water
available per cycle). If this occurs, adjust pre-
charge pressure according to Chart 1, page 3.
Flush all air out of piping system and water reser-
voir portion of pre-charged tank. Required on: new
installations, pumps requiring repriming, and
pumps disassembled for service. Do as follows:
Step 1. Open faucets furthest from tank and run
pump.
Step 2. Run pump until sputtering stops and steady
stream of water flows.
Step 3. Open and close faucets repeatedly until all
air has been removed.
Step 4. If stream does not become steady, air may
be leaking into system; check for leaks in
piping on suction side of pump.
NOTICE: To prevent waterlogging, check tank air
charge annually.
TO CHECK TANK AIR CHARGE
If drawdown decreases significantly, check as fol-
lows:
Step 1. To check air charge in tank, shut off electric
power to pump, open faucet near tank, and
drain completely.
Step 2. At air valve, check tank air pressure with
tire gauge. See Chart 1, page 3, for correct
pressure setting. If needed, adjust tank pres-
sure up or down.
Step 3. Use soap or liquid detergent to check for
air leaks around air valve. Continuous bub-
bling indicates leak. If necessary, release air
pressure and install new core in air valve,
(same as used for automobile tubeless tires.)
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Figure 3: Plug AVC Port when installing
pre-charged tank on existing pumps.New
pumps come with plug Installed.
Pitless
adaptor
Check valve
Bleeder orifice
& tee
Pipe coupling
Tape cable
to pipe
Pump
Ventilated
well cap
Submersible
cable
2 ft.
(.6m)
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Figure 4

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Installation 5
TESTING FOR BLADDER
LEAKAGE
Step 1. Disconnect power to pump.
Step 2. Drain water from tank bladder by opening
faucet closest to tank.
Step 3. Remove valve cap and release all pressure
by depressing valve core. When air stops
coming from valve, remove valve core to
release remaining pressure.
Step 4. Disconnect piping from elbow on tank
cover flange.
Step 5. Carefully turn tank upside down or lay on
its side.
Retained water in tank may
cause sudden weight shift when lowering. Support
tank so it cannot fall when being lowered or
inverted.
Step 6. If bladder leaks, water will run out of valve.
If so, replace bladder.
Step 7. If replacing bladder, be sure air and water
pressures are relieved before removing
cover flange. When reassembling cover
flange, do not tighten nuts or mounting
studs more than 85 in-lbs. (9.6 Nm).
NOTICE: When using metal pipe with plastic fit-
tings use only Teflon tape or Plasto-Joint Stik1on
male threads.
NOTICE: Most standard tanks have separate inlet
and outlet ports. Pre-charge tanks have one port
serving both functions. When replacing standard
tank with a pre-charge tank, run pipe from pump
into a tee as shown. 2nd leg of tee goes to tank
elbow; 3rd leg goes to existing service.
To service
Pressure
Relief Valve
Pressure
Gauge
Pressure
Switch
From Well
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Figure 5: Typical installation with vertical
pre-charge tank and submersible well
pumps
Maximum Equivalent Tank Tank Tank
Catalog Capacity to Standard Diameter Height Discharge
Number US Gals (L) Tank US Gals (L) (mm) (mm) Tapping
FP7100-04 6 (23) 15 (57) 12" (305) *16-1/2" (419) 3/4"
FP7100H-04 6 (23) 15 (57) 12" (305) *16-1/2" (419) 3/4"
FP7110T-04 19 (72) 42 (159) 16" (406) 30-1/8" (765) 1"
FP7110TH-04 19 (72) 42 (159) 16" (406) *24-5/8" (625) 1"
FP7110-04 19 (72) 42 (159) 20" (508) 22-3/4" (578) 1"
FP7120-04 35 (132) 82 (310) 20" (508) 36-1/4" (921) 1"
FP7125-04 50 (189) 120 (454) 24" (610) 34-3/4" (883) 1-1/4"
FP7130-04 85 (322) 220 (833) 24" (610) 54" (1372) 1-1/4"
Drawdown - Gals (L)
Catalog 20-40 PSI 30-50 PSI 40-60 PSI
Number (138-276kPa) (207-345kPa) (276-414kPa)
FP7100-04 2.2 (8.3) 1.8 (6.8) 1.6 (6.1)
FP7100H-04 2.2 (8.3) 1.8 (6.8) 1.6 (6.1)
FP7110T-04 6.9 (26.1) 5.8 (22) 5.0 (18.9)
FP7110TH-04 6.9 (26.1) 5.8 (22) 5.0 (18.9)
FP7110-04 6.9 (26.1) 5.8 (22) 5.0 (18.9)
FP7120-04 12.7 (48.1) 10.7 (40.5) 9.3 (35.2)
FP7125-04 18.3 (69.3) 15.5 (58.7) 13.4 (50.7)
FP7130-04 30.0 (113.6) 26.0 (98.4) 22.0 (83.3)
* Length overall; this model is a horizontal tank.
Product Information – Pre-Charged Tanks

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Repair Parts 6
2
3
4
1
1
2
3
4
2880 0797 RTL
Model
FP7100-04
Model FP7100H-04
Key Part No.
No. Description Used FP7100H-04 FP7100-04
1Bladder - Vinyl 1 U20-7 U20-7
2 Cover Flange 1 U31-442P U31-442P
3† Flanged Nut - 5/16 - 18 Hex. 6 U36-202BT U36-202BT
4 Air Valve with Cap 1 U212-160 U212-160
REPAIR PARTS LIST
† Standard hardware items, may be purchased locally.

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Repair Parts 7
1
2
3
4
2399 0496SRS
REPAIR PARTS LIST
Key Part No.
No. Description Used FP7110-04 FP7110T-04 FP7110TH-04
1 Bladder - Vinyl 1 U20-8 U20-13 U20-13
2 Cover Flange and Elbow 1 U31-446P U31-446P U31-446P
3 Flanged Nut - 5/16 - 18 Hex 6 U36-202BT U36-202BT U36-202BT
4 Air Valve with Cap 1 U212-160 U212-160 U212-160
Key Part No.
No. Description Used FP7120-04 FP7125-04 FP7130-04
1 Bladder - Vinyl 1 U20-9 U20-14 U20-14
2 Cover Flange 1 U31-446P U31-447P U31-447P
3 Flanged Nut - 5/16 - 18 Hex 6 U36-202BT U36-202BT U36-202BT
4 Air Valve with Cap 1 U212-160 U212-160 U212-160
Models
FP7110-04
FP7110T-04
FP7110TH-04
FP7120-04
FP7125-04
FP7130-04