WaterAce R106 User manual

115V AC R106
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WATER ACE PUMP COMPANY | 1101 MYERS PARKWAY | ASHLAND, OHIO 44805-1969 (USA ONLY)
WA782 (Rev. 12/15/09)
OWNER’S MANUAL
FLEXVANE PUMP Pgs. 2-7
NOTICE D’UTILISATION
FLEXVANE PUMP Pgs. 8-13
MANUAL DEL USUARIO
BOMBA FLEXVANE Pgs.14-19

SAFETY INFORMATION
Use only on a 115 volt circuit.
The pump is equipped with an
approved 3-conductor cord
and 3-prong, grounding-type plug. To
reduce the risk of electric shock, connect
it to a properly grounded, grounding-type
receptacle.
If circuit has a 2-prong receptacle, replace it
with a properly grounded 3-prong receptacle
installed in accordance with the National
Electrical Code and local codes and ordi-
nances.
Any extension cord used must be outdoor
grade, gauge 16 AWG or heavier, and not
more than 25’ long.
Risk of fire or explosion if
used to pump flammable liquids or if used
in explosive atmospheres. Pump water only
with this pump. Pump is designed to pump
water at temperatures between 32°-77° F
(0°-25° C) only.
Risk of electrical shock. Do
not allow the motor to get wet!
Risk of burns. During normal
operation, motor will normally run hot
enough to burn you. Do not touch motor
when it is hot.
Do not operate the pump continuously at a
discharge pressure of more than 12 psi
(83 kPa) or discharge lift of more than
28’ (8.5 M), as the motor will exceed the nor-
mal safe operating temperature and may heat
to 180° - 190° F (82° C - 88° C).
NOTICE: This unit is not designed for applica-
tions involving salt water or brine! Use with
salt water or brine will void warranty.
Hazardous
voltage
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INSTALLATION
USE 1/2" HOSE (OR LARGER)
Use a reinforced hose on the inlet. The pump
should be less than 10’ above and less than
25’ to one side of the water source. Make the
outlet hose as short as possible – 25’ or less.
Check the washer in the inlet fitting to make
sure it is airtight. If this joint leaks air, the
pump will not operate.
NOTICE: The pump depends on the liquid
flowing through it for lubrication.
DO NOT RUN THE PUMP DRY!
If the pump does not start to move water in
30 seconds or less, recheck the installation
and plumbing.
Mount the pump solidly on a stable
platform.
KEEP THE HOSES AS STRAIGHT
AS POSSIBLE
To reduce friction, do not coil or kink the
hoses. When pumping from a well or stream,
raise the inlet hose a few inches off the bot-
tom to avoid sucking in sand, silt or pebbles
(which can disable the impeller). Install the
suction attachment (included) to protect the
pump from large solids.
NOTICE: Attach the suction attachment to the
end of the inlet line and place it in at least
1/2" of water at the lowest point to be
pumped. Be sure all connections are air tight.
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IN
OUT
1/2" or Larger
Outlet Hose
4837A 0205
Water OUT
Water IN
1/2" or Larger
Reinforced
Inlet Hose
1
No kinks! No Coils!
Straight
Hose!
2

INLET HOSE GOES IN THE WATER;
OUTLET HOSE STAYS OUT OF THE
WATER. MOTOR MUST STAY DRY
To prime the pump, fill the suction hose with
water, put it back in the water source, dry
your hands, and start the pump.
Make sure all inlet connections are tight (no
air leaks) and the inlet hose is in the water.
Make sure the end of the outlet hose is not
under water. If the outlet is under water, the
pump may not work.
Plug the cord into a 3-wire, 115 volt, 60 Hz,
grounded A.C. outlet.
You should get water in 30 seconds or less. If
not, refill the hose and repeat the process. If
your pump does not prime on the second try,
check the impeller and the inside of the
pump head for wear. Replace as needed.
The motor must have air circulation around it
for proper cooling. This pump will lift water
12’; trying to lift water more than 12’ can
cause the motor to run hot. The motor has a
thermal overload which will stop it if it gets
too hot. If the motor stops, allow it to cool
for 30 minutes before trying to start it again.
UNPLUG THE PUMP
Unplug the pump before all the water is com-
pletely gone.
DO NOT RUN PUMP DRY!
PERFORMANCE
The pump will deliver 350 gallons/1325 liters
per hour with an unrestricted discharge line.
If the discharge line is restricted or raised
and the pressure on the pump outlet port
increases, it will pump less water.
NOTICE: This pump’s motor has brushes.
Inspect the brushes frequently; replace them
if they’re worn.
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IN
Water IN
Water OUT
Outlet Hose
Plug in pump to start it.
NOTE: If you don't get water in
30 seconds or less, refill the hose
and repeat the process.
Inlet Hose
3
Unplug
4

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SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION
Pump stops without Pump has overheated Wait for overload to reset; pump will automatically
warning and thermal overload restart
has tripped
Discharge hose too long Use shorter hose or reduce lift
or discharge lift higher
than 28’
Pump Won’t Prime Suction hose not full Fill suction hose (see Page 4)
Suction hose too long or Use 1/2"Suction hose, 25’ long or less
too small (the shorter the hose, the better)
Worn impeller Replace impeller
Suction leaks Replace hose washer, check for leaks in hose
Suction hose kinked Straighten out suction hose
or coiled
Pump leaks Shaft U-cup seal leaks Replace pump
Cover O-Ring leaks Replace cover O-Ring
Pump runs, pumps Worn impeller Replace impeller
little or no water Bad motor brushes R106: Replace brushes
R107: Replace pump
Bad U-cup shaft seal Replace pump
(pump will leak)
Suction or discharge hose Straighten out hose
kinked or coiled
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