
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
4. Use of a dampener is necessary to mini-
mize pulsation at drive elements, plumbing,
connections, and other system areas. The
use of a dampener with Giant Industries, Inc.
pumps is optional, although recommended by
Giant Industries, Inc. to further reduce system
pulsation. Dampeners can also reduce the se-
verity of pressure spikes that occur in systems
using a shut-off gun. A dampener must be
positioned downstream from the unloader.
6. Before beginning operation of your pumping
system, remember: Check that the crankcase
and seal areas have been properly lubricated
per recommended schedules. Do not run the
pump dry for extended periods of time. Cavi-
tation will result in severe damage. Always
remember to check that all plumbing valves are
open and that pumped media can ow freely to
the inlet of the pump.
IMPORTANT OPERATING CONDITION
Failure to comply with any of these conditions invalidates the warranty.
If everything looks okay, continue to use
the pump. At least once per year (or every
200 hours), remove the oil from the pump and
replace with the required amount of oil. (See
page 3)
2. Pump operation must not exceed rated
pressure, volume, or RPM. A pressure relief
device must be installed in the discharge of
the system.
3. Acids, alkalines, or abrasive uids cannot
be pumped unless approval in writing is ob-
tained before operation from Giant Industries,
Inc.
4. Run the pump dry approximately 10 sec-
onds to drain the water before exposure to
freezing temperatures.
1. Prior to initial operation, Check for proper oil
level. DO NOT OVERFILL.
Use Giant Oil - P/N 01153
(20W-50 Synthetic)
Crankcase oil should be changed after the
rst 50 hours of operation, then at regular inter-
vals of 200 hours or less depending on operating
conditions.
Since it is difcult to determine the oil level in
the pump, check for signs of of oil leakage around
the pump before and during operation. The best
areas to check are between the manifold and the
crankcase and between the adapting plate and
the engine / motor mounting surface. Lastly, you
can see if there is any leakage around the vent
cap (on the top of the pump).
Installation of the Giant Industries, Inc., pump
is not a complicated procedure, but there are
some basic steps common to all pumps. The
following information is to be considered as
a general outline for installation. If you have
unique requirements, please contact Giant
Industries, Inc. or your local distributor for as-
sistance.
1. The pump should be installed at on a base to
a maximum of a 15 degree angle of inclination to
ensure optimum lubrication.
2. The inlet to the pump should be sized for the
ow rate of the pump with no unnecessary restric-
tions that can cause cavitation. Teon tape should
be used to seal all joints. Maximum inlet uid tem-
perature is 80oF.
3. The discharge plumbing from the pump should
be properly sized to the ow rate to prevent line
pressure loss to the work area. It is essential to
provide a safety bypass valve between the pump
and the work area to protect the pump from pres-
sure spikes in the event of a blockage or the use of
a shut-off gun.
Finally, remember that high pressure operation in a pump system has many advantages. But, if
it is used carelessly and without regard to its potential hazard, it can cause serious injury.
NOTE: Contact Giant Industries for Service School Information. Phone: (419)-531-4600
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