Xylem DRAINAGE RED JACKET Series Manual

RJA & RJDS
Quick-Set™
INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IM125R04
SERIES
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NOTICE
All electrical work must be performed
by a qualified technician. Always follow
the National Electrical Code (NEC), or the Canadian
Electrical Code, as well as all local, state and provincial
codes. Code questions should be directed to your local
electrical inspector. Failure to follow electrical codes and
OSHA safety standards may result in personal injury or
equipment damage. Failure to follow manufacturer’s
installation instructions may result in electrical shock,
fire hazard, personal injury or death, damaged equip-
ment, provide unsatisfactory performance, and may void
manufacturer’s warranty.
Standard units are not designed for use in
swimming pools, open bodies of water,
hazardous liquids, or where flammable gases exist. Well
must be vented per local codes. See specific pump catalog
bulletins or pump nameplate for all agency Listings.
Disconnect and lockout electrical power
before installing or servicing any electrical
equipment. Many pumps are equipped with automatic
thermal overload protection which may allow an over-
heated pump to restart unexpectedly.
Never over pressurize the tank, piping or
system to a pressure higher than the tank's
maximum pressure rating. This will damage the tank,
voids the warranty and may create a serious hazard.
Protect tanks from excessive moisture and
spray as it will cause the tank to rust and
may create a hazard. See tank warning labels and IOM
for more information.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Important notice: Read safety instructions before proceeding with
any wiring
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
TO AVOID SERIOUS OR FATAL PERSONAL INJURY
OR MAJOR PROPERTY DAMAGE, READ AND
FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN MANUAL
AND ON PUMP.
THIS MANUAL IS INTENDED TO ASSIST IN THE IN-
STALLATION AND OPERATION OF THIS UNIT AND
MUST BE KEPT WITH THE PUMP.
This is a SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL.
When you see this symbol on the pump
or in the manual, look for one of the
following signal words and be alert to the
potential for personal injury or property
damage.
Warns of hazards that WILL cause serious
personal injury, death or major property
damage.
Warns of hazards that CAN cause serious
personal injury, death or major property
damage.
Warns of hazards that CAN cause personal
injury or property damage.
NOTICE:INDICATES SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
WHICH ARE VERY IMPORTANT AND MUST BE
FOLLOWED.
THOROUGHLY REVIEW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
AND WARNINGS PRIOR TO PERFORMING ANY
WORK ON THIS PUMP.
MAINTAIN ALL SAFETY DECALS.
DANGER
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
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Section 1 – Installing a New Shallow Well Pump................................................................................................................4
Section 2 – Installing or Replacing a Shallow Well Pump..................................................................................................4
Section 3 – Deep Well Installations - Introduction.............................................................................................................6
Section 4 – Installing a New Deep Well...............................................................................................................................6
Section 5 – Installing or Replacing a Deep Well Pump .....................................................................................................7
Section 6 – Maintenance .......................................................................................................................................................9
Section 7 – Pressure Tanks and Piping...............................................................................................................................10
Section 8 – Troubleshooting Checklist..............................................................................................................................11
Section 9 – Repair Parts .......................................................................................................................................................14
CAUTION
WARNING
CAUTION
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Before you start on a new residential water
well system, check state and local well
codes and plumbing requirements. Be sure your well is the
required minimum distance away from sources of contami-
nation such as cistern, septic tank eld, eld tile, etc.
Always disinfect the well and test well
water for purity before using. Check with
your local Health Department for testing procedures.
Make sure your well is covered with a
pitless adapter or sanitary well seal to
prevent contamination and pump damage.
Always drain the pump and tank during
extended periods of non-use when below
freezing temperatures exist.

TABLE A — WIRING CHART RECOMMENDED WIRE AND FUSE SIZES
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1. Two adjustable pipe wrenches
2. Open end adjustable wrench
3. Screwdriver
4. Measuring tape
5. Pipe clamp(s) (to hold pipe during installation).
6. Drive point system only - a slip over drive weight pounder
(to pound in drive point).
7. Galvanized pipe - a non-toxic pipe sealing compound or
type to insure air-tight joints.
8. Plastic pipe - a non-toxic cement or tape to insure air-tight
joints
Red Jacket convertible jet
pumps can be adapted to
the following shallow well
systems:
Fig. 1A - horizontally to a
shallow well.
Fig. 1B - horizontally to
drive point.
DEEP WELL SYSTEMS
SHALLOW WELL SYSTEMS
Red Jacket convertible jet
pumps can be adapted to the
following deep well systems:
Fig. 1C - horizontally to a 3"
or 4" double well seal.
Fig. 1D - horizontally to a
vertical 2" well adapter.
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JET PUMP SYSTEMS
CAUTION
Distance in Ft. – Meter to Motor
Motor HP Voltage Branch Fuse 0-50' 51'-100' 101'-200' 201'-300' 301'-400' 401'-500'
Rat. Amps Wire Size
1⁄3115 15 14 14 12 10 8 8
½ 115 15 14 14 10 8 8 8
½ 230 15 14 14 14 14 14 12
¾ 115 20 12 12 10 8 6 4
¾ 230 15 14 14 14 14 12 10
1 115 20 12 12 8 6 6 4
1 230 15 14 14 14 12 12 10
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The A.O. Smith and Emerson jet pump motors both have a
voltage change switch for ease of changing operating
voltage from low (115 volt) to high (230 volt) operation. The
A.O. Smith switch must be pulled out, moved and pushed in.
The Emerson switch is a toggle that can be changed using a
pen tip or a small screwdriver. The Emerson motor switch is
marked 115 and 230.
It is an industry standard procedure to ship
½ hp motors wired at 115 volts, connecting
them to a 230 volt power supply will damage the motor
windings, and/or the capacitor, and/or the overload protec-
tor. This damage is easily diagnosed and will not be covered
as a warranty failure.
Motors of ¾ hp and larger are factory wired for 230 volts.
Connecting them to a 115 volt power supply without chang-
ing the voltage switch will result in poor performance, noisy
operation and overload tripping due to high heat.

NOTE: As the horizontal distance and the pipe size increase,the length of time to prime increases.
TABLE B — PIPE SIZES FOR HORIZONTAL RUNS
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
If you are replacing an existing shallow well pump, refer to
Section 2.
Fittings for a shallow well installation such as
foot valves, well adapters, couplings, unions and piping
must be purchased separately. Your Red Jacket Jet pump
can be adapted horizontally to shallow well or drive
point systems. See Figure 2.
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Step 1. To insure continual priming on a shallow well sys-
tem, (Left-Figure 2) a foot valve must be installed. On a drive
point system, (Right-Figure 2) a check valve must be installed
as close as possible to the pump. Examine the foot valve or
check valve to see that it is clean and seated properly.
Step 2. Inspect the piping to be sure it is free of obstruc-
tions such as dirt. Galvanized iron pipe is often used, but
plastic pipe can be used if allowable under existing state
and local plumbing codes. Use either non-toxic pipe sealing
compound or tape on male thread joints of galvanized pipe
(tape or cement on plastic pipe) to facilitate making air
tight joints.
Step 3. To install the suction drop pipe in an existing shal-
low well, support the pipe with a pipe holder or clamp. Fill
each pipe section with water when lowering, constantly
observing for leaks. Install the foot valve no closer than 2'
from the bottom of the well to prevent sand, mud, or other
foreign matter from clogging the intake.
Step 4. Horizontal piping from the pump to the well should
be as short as possible to avoid increased friction losses.
For most efcient operation, the suction pipe should not
be smaller than the suction tapping on the pump. Table B
shows the correct pipe sizes for horizontal runs. If the pump
is being installed offset from the well, the piping should
pitch upward from the well to the pump about 1" for each
10' of pipe to prevent air pockets in the line. Plumbing
should be below the frostline or otherwise protected from
freezing.
Step 5. Attach appropriate tee or adapter at the junction of
the horizontal and vertical suction pipes as shown in Figure
2. The tee can be used to clean the well.
Step 6. It is important to clean the well of sand and muddy
water to prevent damaging your pump. Clean the well by in-
serting a garden hose down the well pipe and surging water
into the well. Wait until the water owing out of the suction
pipe is clean.
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
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In order to eliminate unnecessary down time in your water
supply, take a few minutes before you start the installation to
study your existing piping system and the typical Red Jacket
system layouts shown in Figure 3. In some cases additional
piping may be necessary. If you are replacing a conventional
pressure tank with a pre-charged air tank, the air volume
control line is not necessary. Note in the illustrations how
your Red Jacket pump may be piped from either the top or
side.
Step 1. FOR YOUR SAFETY turn off the
electrical power supply at the service entrance before
connecting or disconnecting any wiring to the pump to
avoid any possible electrical shock hazard.
Step 2. Drain the holding tank. Also disconnect the suc-
tion pipe, the service line, and if necessary, the air volume
control line. Remove old pump.
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UNION
TEE
WELL
ADAPTER
SUCTION DROP PIPE
WELL CASING
FOOT
VALVE
SHALLOW
WELL
SYSTEM
CHECK VALVE
TEE
HEAVY DUTY
DRIVE PIPE COUPLING
DRIVE PIPE
OR SUCTION PIPE
DRIVE
POINT
SYSTEM
WELL OR
SAND POINT
2' MINIMUM
NOTICE
WARNING
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Pump Suction
Size 10-50 ft. 51-75 ft. 76-100 ft. 101-150 ft. 151-200 ft. 210-250 ft. 251-300 ft.
½ & ¾ HP 1¼ 1½ 1½ 2 2 2 2
1 HP 1½ 2 2 2½ 2½ 2½ 2½

PRIME HERE
Step 3. Place the jet pump on a level, solid foundation. If
you are also replacing the existing pressure tank, refer to
Section 7 in this manual.
Step 4. Connect the suction pipe, the service line, and if
necessary, the air volume control line. Use either non-toxic
pipe sealing compound or tape on male thread joints of
galvanized pipe (tape or cement on plastic pipe) to facilitate
making air tight joints.
Step 5. Wire the motor.
The Red Jacket convertible jet pump is wired to the pressure
switch. The pressure switch must be grounded in compliance
with the National Electrical Code and state and local codes
and ordinances. It is mandatory that a ground connection be
made using a conductor or appropriate metal underground
water pipe or a ground lead in the service panel.
Direct wiring instructions can be found by following the wir-
ing instructions on the inside cover of your pressure switch.
Step 6. Prime the pump.
A. Remove top priming plug.
B. Open faucets on downstream side of the pressure
tank so air can be purged from the system while prim-
ing.
C. Pour water into the pump case until it ows freely out
of the priming hole without air bubbles.
D. Replace priming plug, leaving the plug loose enough
to allow the air in the case to bleed off. Turn power
on. Start pump. Water should be pumped in a few
minutes depending on depth to water and horizontal
piping length.
E. After water is pumped, close faucets. Sufcient pres-
sure should build up and shut the pump off.
Step 7. Disinfect the well using a cup of household bleach.
Let the water stand for 3 to 4 hours. Test it for purity with the
local Health Department before using.
Step 8. To assure continued primability, tighten all plugs to
prevent air leaks.
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SHALLOW WELL JET PUMP SYSTEM LAYOUTS
SUCTION PIPE
AIR VOLUME
CONTROL
LINE
SERVICE LINE
PUMP MOUNTED ON
GALVANIZED TANK PRIME HERE
SUCTION PIPE
SERVICE LINE
AIR CHARGING
VALVE
AIR VOLUME
CONTROL LINE
PRIME HERE
SUCTION PIPE SERVICE LINE
SIDE DISCHARGE TO
GALVANIZED TANK
SERVICE LINE
PRIME HERE ISOLATOR
HOSE
SUCTION
PIPE
TOP DISCHARGE TO
PRE-CHARGED AIR TANK
PUMP MOUNTED
ON PRE-CHARGED
AIR TANK
TOP DISCHARGE
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The pressure switch supplied with ½ HP Jet Pumps is preset
to 20-40 PSI (pump turns on when system pressure drops
to 20 PSI - pump turns off when system pressure reaches 40
PSI). ¾ HP and 1 HP Jet Pumps are preset at 30 - 50 PSI.
If adjustments are necessary to t your system needs,
follow the adjustment instructions on the inside cover of the
pressure switch. If you are using a precharged pressure tank
with your system, be sure that the empty tank pressure is
2 PSI lower than the cut in pressure setting of your pressure
switch. (See Section 7 - page 10)
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
In order to install the Red Jacket Convertible
Jet Pump in a deep well system, a Red Jacket
deep well conversion kit must be purchased. The kit
contains a deep-well plug, pressure gauge and a manual
regulator. Kit Order No. is 1441315
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If you are replacing an existing deep well pump, refer to
Section 5.
Red Jacket convertible jet pumps can be adapted to the fol-
lowing deep well systems: 1) horizontally to a 3" or 4" double
pipe well seal (Figure 5); 2) horizontally to a vertical 2" well
adapter (Figure 6).
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Step 1. On a deep well system similar to Figure 5, a foot
valve should be attached to a tail pipe ( a 5' to 10' length of
pipe attached to the bottom of the injector). The suction pipe
is larger than the drive pipe and should be the same size
at the tapped opening in the jet pump (1¼"). On deep well
systems similar to Figure 6, a 2" single pipe injector is used.
In this installation the well casing serves as the drive pipe.
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Step 2. Before installation, single pipe injectors, packers,
should be soaked in water for at least two hours so the leath-
ers seat properly. Special turned couplings, order no. 64655,
are required for 2" injectors.
NOTE: AS the horizontal distance and the pipe size increase, the length of time to prime increases.
PRIMING PLUG
POUR WATER
INTO PUMP
CASE
SUCTION
PIPE
SERVICE
LINE
PRESSURE SWITCH
DRIVE PIPE DRIVE PIPE
SUCTION
PIPE
SUCTION
PIPE
CHECK
VALVE WELL SEAL
SUCTION PIPE WELL CASING
FOOT VALVE
TABLE C — PIPE SIZES FOR HORIZONTAL RUNS
TAIL PIPE (5' TO 10')
2" SINGLE PIPE
EJECTOR
PACKER ASSEMBLY
2" WELL
ADAPTER FLANGE
FOOT VALVE
SUCTION PIPE
WELL CASING
3" OR 4"
EJECTOR
TAIL PIPE (5")
DRIVE PIPE
NOTICE
Pump
Size
Under
10 ft.
10-50 ft. 51-75 ft. 76-100 ft. 101-150 ft. 151-200 ft. 201-250 ft. 251-300 ft.
Suc. Press. Suc. Press. Suc. Press. Suc. Press. Suc. Press. Suc. Press. Suc. Press.
½ &
¾ HP
Use
same
size as
well
piping
1¼ 1 1½ 1¼ 1½ 1¼ 2 1½ 2 1½ 2 1½ 2 1½
1 HP 1½ 1¼ 2 1½ 2 1½ 2½ 2 2½ 2 2½ 2 2½ 2

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PUMP CASE
Step 3. To install the pipes, use either non-toxic sealing
compound or tape on male thread joints to facilitate mak-
ing air tight joints. Pipe should be supported with a pipe
holder or clamp. Fill each pipe section with water when
lowering, constantly observing for leaks. Lower until injec-
tor is submerged at least 5' below the lowest anticipated
water level. The foot valve should be at least 2' from the
bottom of the well.
Step 4. If you are using 2” single pipe injector ( Figure 6),
the packer assembly may have to be forced into the well
casing as it must be tight against both the casing and the
suction pipe.
Step 5. An appropriate well seal or adapter should be
installed at the top of the well casing and two bolts drawn
up until the rubber gaskets are tight against both the well
casing and the pipes.
Step 6. Horizontal piping from the well to the pump
should be as short as possible to avoid increased friction
losses. Table C shows the correct pipe sizes for horizontal
runs. Pipe should pitch upward from the well to the pump
about 1” for each 10’ of pipe to prevent air pockets in the
line. Plumbing should be below the frostline or otherwise
protected from freezing.
Step 7. It is important to clean the well of sand and muddy
water to prevent damaging your pump. Clean the well by
inserting a garden hose down the well pipe and surging
water into the well. Wait until the water owing out of the
suction pipe is clean.
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
Your Red Jacket convertible jet pump can replace most
deep well pumps with piping adjustments.
On Red Jacket jet pumps the smaller top pipe is the drive
pipe and bottom larger pipe is the suction pipe (Figure 7.)
In certain installations, the larger suction pipe may be at the
top and the smaller drive pipe at the bottom of the existing
pump (Figure 8.) On these installations, a crossover adapt-
er reversing the drive and suction pipes can be assembled
with nipples, elbows, couplings and pipe (Figure 9.)
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In order to eliminate unnecessary down time in your water
supply, take a few minutes before you start the installation
to study your existing piping system and the typical JET
pump system layouts shown in Figure 10. In some cases
additional piping may be necessary. Be sure to identify: 1)
suction pipe and drive pipe; 2) service line from the pump
to the pressure tank or residence; 3) the air volume control
line from the pump to the pressure tank. If you are replacing
a conventional pressure tank with a pre-charged air tank, the
air volume control line is not necessary.
If you want to use a top discharge system, a “T” manual
regulating valve is necessary.
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FIGURE 8
SUCTION
PIPE
DRIVE PIPE
ADDITIONAL PIPING
REQUIRED
1. 1" x 4" Galvanized Nipple
2. 1" x 90° Elbow (3 required)
3. 1" x 6" Galvanized Nipple (2 required)
4. 1 - 1/4" x 6" Galvanized Nipple
5. 1 - 1/4 " Coupling
REPLACEMENT PIP-
ING SYSTEM
CROSS OVER
ADAPTER
DRIVE
PIPE
SUCTION
PIPE
JET PUMP PIPING
SYSTEM
SUCTION
PIPE
DRIVE PIPE
SUCTION PIPE

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INSTALLATION STEPS
Step 1. FOR YOUR SAFETY turn off electrical
power supply at the service entrance before connecting
or disconnecting any wiring to the pump to avoid any
possible electrical shock hazard.
Step 2. Drain the holding tank. Also disconnect the drive
pipe and the suction pipe, the service line, and if necessary,
the volume control line. Remove old pump.
Step 3. Place the jet pump on a level, solid foundation. If
you are also replacing the existing pressure tank, refer to
Section 7 in this manual.
Step 4. Connect the drive pipe and suction pipe, the
service line and, if necessary, the air volume control line.
Use either non-toxic pipe sealing compound or tape on
male thread joints of galvanized pipe (tape or cement on
plastic pipe) to facilitate making air tight joints.
Step 5. Wire the motor.
The Red Jacket convertible jet pump is wired to the
pressure switch. The pressure switch must be grounded in
compliance with the National Electrical Code and state and
local codes and ordinances. It is mandatory that a ground
connection be made using a conductor or appropriate
metal underground water pipe or a ground lead in the
service panel.
When installing a pump with a 3-prong
grounding plug do not remove round grounding prong
since it must be plugged into a grounded receptacle to
assure proper grounding.
Direct wiring instructions can be found on the inside cover
of your pressure switch.
Step 6. Prime the Pump
A. Remove the manual regulator.
B. Pour water into the pump case until it ows freely out
of the priming hole without air bubbles.
C. Turn the regulator adjusting screw counter-clockwise
until stem travel stops, or regulator poppet is near
valve bushing end. Replace regulator.
D. Turn the adjusting screw in a clockwise direction until
it is all the way in.
E. Open faucets on the downstream side of the pressure
tank to bleed off air.
F. Turn power on. Start pump. The pump should start
showing pressure on the pressure gauge.
G. To adjust the regulator, slowly turn the adjusting
screw in a counter-clockwise direction until the
pressure gauge uctuates rapidly or the pump
becomes noisy. At this point, turn the screw clockwise
until gauge pressure holds steady.
H. Close all faucets on the downstream side. Sufcient
pressure should build up and shut the pump off.
DEEP WELL JET PUMP SYSTEM LAYOUTS
PRESSURE GAUGE
DRIVE PIPE
MANUAL REGULATOR
SUCTION PIPE
AIR VOLUME CONTROL LINE
SERVICE LINE
"T" MANUAL REGU-
LATING VALVE
DRIVE PIPE
SUCTION PIPE
PRIME HERE
SERVICE LINE
AIR CHARGING
VALVE
MANUAL REGULATOR
AIR VOLUME
CONTROL LINE
MANUAL REGULATOR
DRIVE PIPE PRIME HERE
SUCTION PIPE SERVICE LINE
SERVICE LINE
ISOLATOR
HOSE
PRIME HERE
"T" MANUAL
REGULATING
VALVE
DRIVE PIPE
WARNING
WARNING
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SUCTION PIPE

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 CERAMIC SEAL
ROTATING SEAL
CASE BOLT MOTOR SHAFT
SEAL PLATE
O-RING
SEAL BOOT
IMPELLER
DIFFUSER
O-RING
Step 7. Disinfect the well using a cup of household bleach.
Let the water stand for a 3-4 hours. Test it for purity with the
local Health Department before using.
Step 8. To assure continued primability, tighten all plugs to
prevent air leaks.
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
Lubrication:
A. The pump requires no lubrication.
B. For the electric motor, refer to instructions provided by
the motor manufacturer.
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Seal Removal:
1. Disconnect electrical service to the pump.
2. Relieve system pressure by opening a faucet or drain
valve until water stops owing.
3. Disconnect pressure switch tubing at the barbed tting
on the pump case. If tubing does not slide off barbed
tting easily, cut it as close to the tting as possible.
4. Remove the four cap screws which hold the pump seal
plate and motor to the pump case. Piping need not be
disturbed.
5. Remove the pumping assembly, as one piece, (motor,
seal plate, diffuser, and impeller) by carefully prying
them apart from the pump case. Exercise care so as not
to damage the impeller.
6. Remove the diffuser from the seal plate exposing the
impeller.
7. Insert a regular slotted screwdriver into the slot in the
motor shaft end at the impeller center.
8. While holding the motor shaft with the screwdriver,
unscrew the impeller by turning counter-clockwise.
9. Slide rotating part of seal assembly from shaft (Figure
11). Separate seal plate from motor.
10. Remove stationary part of seal assembly (including
rubber seal boot) from seal plate.
New Seal Installation:
1. Clean polished surface of stationary seal with a clean
cloth.
2. Wet the outer edge of the rubber seal boot with a soap
solution.
3. Insert rubber seal boot and ceramic seal (polished side
exposed) into seal plate. Make a cardboard washer to
cover the ceramic seal surface to be used while pressing
seal into position. Cardboard washer is used to avoid
scratching ceramic surface. Discard cardboard washer
after ceramic seal installation. (Figure 11).
4. Reposition seal plate onto motor and slide rotating seal
assembly onto motor shaft with carbon sealing face rst
until rubber end ring slides over shaft shoulder.
5. Screw impeller clockwise onto motor shaft using
screwdriver in shaft end slot to hold the shaft.
6. Reattach diffuser to seal plate and carefully reposition
the pumping assembly to the pump case. Attach with
the four cap screws.
7. Connect the pressure tubing by pressing on to barb
tting on pump case until tubing shoulders against stop
edge of tting. If tubing was cut off, carefully remove
excess tubing from barb tting with a knife, taking care
not to scratch the tting.
Motor Removal
1. Follow Steps 1-10 of “Seal Removal.”
Motor Replacement:
1. Follow Steps 1-7 of “New Seal Installation.”

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

When a pump is used with a standard pressure tank, it must
be connected to the tank using standard ttings. A rubber
isolator hose should be connected between the pump and
the tank to reduce noise and vibration transmission. Set
the tank on bricks to avoid condensation beneath the tank.
Install a union and a gate valve between the pump and tank
for servicing. Install an air volume control in the tank tapping
and connect ¼" tubing to the pump. (Figure 12.)


Many times a defective steel tank must be replaced with a
pre-charged air tank to provide effective system protection.
Figure 13 should be followed for correct connection to the
system.
Because a pre-charged air tank is precharged with air, it will
always occupy less space than a standard tank for similar
amounts of pressurized water. Be sure to plug the air port on
a jet pump, as it is no longer necessary to supply air to the
tank.


Pre-charged tanks are shipped with a standard precharge of
38 PSI. The precharge should be adjusted according to the
installation instructions packed with the tank.
AIR VOLUME CONTROL
GATE VALVE
ISOLATOR HOSE
UNION
STD. GALVANIZED
PRESSURE TANK
VALVE
"T" MANUAL
REGULATING
VALVE
UNION
GATE VALVE
PRE-CHARGED
AIR TANK
ISOLATOR
HOSE SERVICE
LINE
SUCTION
PIPE
DRIVE PIPE
TO SYSTEM
SHUT-OFF
VALVE
RELIEF
VALVE
SUCTION
PIPE
PUMP STAND
DRAIN
TO SYSTEM SHUT-OFF VALVE
PRESSURE
SWITCH
PUMP STAND
DRAIN
OPTIONAL
LOCATION
FOR PRESSURE
SWITCH
UNION
PRE-CHARGED AIR TANK
STANDARD PRESSURE TANK



CENTRIPRO
TANK
CENTRIPRO
TANK
SUCTION PIPE
AIR VOLUME
CONTROL
CONNECTION

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
A -- PUMP WILL NOT START
turn off power before servicing pump
B -- MOTOR OVERHEATS AND OVERLOAD TRIPS OUT
turn off power before servicing pump
WARNING
WARNING
Cause of Trouble How to Check How to Correct
1. Blown fuse Check to see if fuse is OK If blown, replace with fuse of proper
size (See Table A)
2. Power off Try lights on same circuit. Contact power company
3. Loose, broken or incorrect wiring Remove conduit cover plate. Check
wiring circuit against diagram. See
that all connections are tight and that
no short circuits exist because of worn
insulation, crossed wire, etc.
Rewire any incorrect circuits as per
wiring diagram.
4. Faulty pressure switch Check switch setting. Examine switch
contacts for dirt or excessive wear.
Adjust switch settings. Clean contacts
with emery cloth if dirty.
5. Tubing to pressure switch plugged Remove tubing and blow through it Clean or replace if plugged.
6. Impeller or Seal Use screwdriver to try to turn impeller
or motor
If impeller won't turn, remove seal
housing and locate source of binding
or return pump.
7. Defective motor After checking steps 1 through 6
(and external wiring is OK) motor is
defective.
Return pump if still under warranty.
Cause of Trouble How to Check How to Correct
1. Motor wired incorrectly Check motor wiring diagram Reconnect for proper voltage as per
wiring diagram.
2. Inadequate ventilation Check air temperature where pump is
located. If over 100º F, overload may be
tripping on external heat.
Provide adequate ventilation or move
pump.
3. Prolonged low pressure delivery
(such as sprinkler systems)
Continuous operation at very low
pressure places heavy overload
on pump. This can cause overload
protection to trip.
Install Red Jacket Hydroservant I Valve
on discharge line and throttle to reduce
ow and to increase pressure.
4. Incorrect line voltage Check line voltage to pressure switch If voltage under recommended
minimum, check size of wiring from
main switch on property. If OK, contact
power company.

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C -- PUMP WILL NOT SHUT OFF
turn off power before servicing pump
D -- PUMP STARTS AND STOPS TOO OFTEN
turn off power before servicing pump
WARNING
WARNING
Cause of Trouble How to Check How to Correct
1. Wrong pressure switch setting or
setting "drift"
Lower switch setting. If pump shuts off,
this was the trouble.
Adjust switch to preopen setting
2. Defective pressure switch Arcing may have caused switch contact
to "weld" together in closed position.
Examine points and other parts of
switch for defects.
Replace switch if defective
3. Tubing to pressure switch plugged Remove tubing and blow through it. Clean or replace if plugged
4. Loss of prime When no water is delivered, check
prime of pump and well piping.
Reprime if necessary
5. Low well level Check well depth against performance
characteristics to make sure pump and
injector are properly sized.
If undersized, replace pump or ejector
6. Plugged injector or ejector Remove and inspect Clean and reinstall if dirty
Cause of Trouble How to Check How to Correct
1. Leak in pressure tank Apply soapy water to entire surface
above water line. If bubbles appear, air
is leaking from tank.
Repair leaks or replace tank
2. Defective air volume control This will lead to a waterlogged
tank. Make sure control is operating
properly. If not, remove and examine
for plugging.
Clean or replace defective control
3. Faulty pressure switch Check switch setting. Examine switch
contact for dirt or excessive wear.
Adjust switch settings. Clean contact
with emery cloth if dirty.
4. Leak on discharge side of system Make sure all xtures in plumbing
system are shut off. Then check all units
(especially ballcocks) for leaks. Listen
for noise of water running.
Repair leaks as necessary
5. Leak on suction side of system On shallow well units, install pressure
gauge on suction side. On deep well
systems, attach a pressure gauge to
the pump. Close the discharge line
valve. Then, using a bicycle pump or
air compressor, apply about 30 psi
pressure to the system. If the system
will not hold this pressure when the
compressor is shut off, there is a leak
on the suction side.
Make sure above ground connections
are tight. Then repeat test. If necessary,
pull piping and repair leak.
6. Leak in foot valve Pull piping and examine foot valve Repair or replace defective valve

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E -- PUMP OPERATES BUT DELIVERS LITTLE OR NO WATER
turn off power before servicing pump
WARNING
Cause of Trouble How to Check How to Correct
1. System incompletely primed When no water is delivered, check
prime of pump and well piping.
Reprime if necessary
2. Air lock in suction line Check horizontal piping between well
and pump. If it does not pitch upward
from well to pump, an air lock may
form.
Rearrange piping to eliminate air lock.
3. Undersized piping If system is low, the discharge piping
and/or plumbing lines may be
undersized.
Replace undersized piping or install
pump with higher capacity.
4. Leak in air volume control or tubing Disconnect air volume control tubing
at pump and plug hole. If capacity
increases, a leak exists in the tubing of
control.
Tighten all ttings and replace control if
necessary.
5. Pressure regulating valve stuck or
incorrectly set. (Deep well only.)
Check valve setting. Inspect valve for
defects.
Reset, clean or replace control if
necessary.
6. Leak on suction side of system On shallow well units, install pressure
gauge on suction side. On deep well
systems, attach a pressure gauge to
the pump. Close the discharge line
valve. Then, using a bicycle pump or
air compressor, apply about 30 psi
pressure to the system. If the system
will not hold this pressure when the
compressor is shut off, there is a leak
on the suction side.
Make sure above ground connections
are tight. Then repeat test. If necessary,
pull piping and repair leak.
7. Low well level Check well depth against performance
characteristics table to make sure pump
and ejector are properly sized.
If undersized, replace pump or ejector.
8. Wrong pump - deep well ejector
combination
Check pump and ejector models
against performance table.
Replace ejector if wrong model is
being used.
9. Low water level in well Shut off pump and allow well to
recover. Restart pump and note
whether delivery drops after
continuous operation.
If well is "weak", lower ejector (deep
well pumps), use a tail pipe (deep well
pumps), or switch from shallow well to
deep well equipment.
10. Defective or plugged foot valve
and/or strainer
Pull foot valve and inspect. Partial
clogging will reduce delivery.
Complete clogging will result in no
water ow. A defective foot valve may
cause pump to lose prime, resulting in
no delivery.
Clean, repair or replace as needed.
11. Worn or defective pump parts or
plugged impeller
Low delivery may result from wear
on impeller or other pump parts.
Disassemble and inspect.
Replace worn parts or entire pump.
Clean parts if required.

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
11C
1B
1A
2
15
4
5
6
7
8
3
9
10
11
3
12
14
13
Reference Part Quantity 50RJA 75RJA 100RJA
1 High Capacity Injector 1 1411994 – –
1 High Head Injector 1 1411984 1412004 1412004
1A Injector O-Ring 1 5K338 5K338 5K338
1B Injector O-Ring 1 5K342 5K342 5K342
1C Injector / Plug Gasket 1 5K360 5K360 5K360
2 ¼" NPT Pipe Plug 3 6K2 6K2 6K2
3 Tubing Elbow Connector 2 6K94 6K94 6K94
4 Diffuser O-Ring 1 5K340 5K340 5K340
5 Casing O-Ring 1 5K341 5K341 5K341
6 Priming Plate 1 671701 671701 671711
7 Diffuser 1 175561 175571 175571
8 Impeller 1 1414284 1414294 1414304
9 Mechanical Seal 1 (2pc) 10K10 10K10 10K10
10 Seal Plate 1 671143 671153 671153
11 Tubing 1 6K152 6K152 6K152
12 Pressure Switch 1 1800951 1800961 1800961
13 Motor 1 1531755 1531765 1531775
14 Hex Head Screws 4 13K337 13K337 13K337
15 Casing 1 147643 147643 147643
Not Shown
N/A Conduit Switch Connector 1 6K24 6K24 6K24
with Locknut
N/A 1" NPT Pipe Plug 1 6K155 6K155 6K155
N/A Deep Well Plug 1 1662334 1662334 1662334
N/A Pressure Regulator 1 1882034 1882034 1882034
N/A Pressure Gauge 1 311541 311541 311541

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

Reference Part Quantity 50RJDS 75RJDS 100RJDS
1 Casing 1 123773 123773 123773
2 Pressure Gauge (0-100 PSI) 1 311541 311541 311541
3➀Pressure Control Valve Assembly 1 RJAV22 RJAV22 RJAV22
4 Diffuser O-Ring 1 5K340 5K340 5K340
5 Diffuser Screws 3 13K312 13K312 13K312
6 Diffuser 1 174121 174131 174131
7 Impeller 1 1414284 1414294 1414304
8 Mechanical Seal 1 (2pc) 10K10 10K10 10K10
9 Casing Gasket 1 313121 313121 313121
10 Seal Plate 1 659113 659123 659123
11 Hex Head Screws 4 13L43 13L43 13L43
12 Clip – Motor Mount 4 92631 92631 92631
13 Motor 1 1531755 1531765 1531775
14, 15 Switch Connector with Locknut 1 6K24 6K24 6K24
16 Pressure Switch 1 1800951 1800961 1800961
17 Tubing 1 6K152 6K152 6K152
18 Tubing Elbow Connector 1 6K94 6K94 6K94
19 ¼" NPT Pipe Plug 3 6K2 6K2 6K2
20 Bracket – Motor Mount 1 92621 92621 92621
Not Shown Rubber Channel (used on #20) 1 9K188 9K188 9K188
Not Shown Spacer – Motor Mount 2 803501 803501 803501
➀RJAV22 includes 6K105 elbow connector, 6K2 pipe plug and a 24" long tubing.

LIMITED CONSUMER WARRANTY
For goods sold for personal, family or household purposes, Seller warrants the goods purchased hereunder (with the exception
of membranes, seals, gaskets, elastomer materials, coatings and other “wear parts” or consumables all of which are not warranted
except as otherwise provided in the quotation or sales form) will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of
one (1) year from the date of installation or eighteen (18) months from the product date code, whichever shall occur rst, unless a
longer period is provided by law or is specied in the product documentation (the “Warranty”).
Except as otherwise required by law, Seller shall, at its option and at no cost to Buyer, either repair or replace any product which
fails to conform with the Warranty provided Buyer gives written notice to Seller of any defects in material or workmanship within
ten (10) days of the date when any defects or non-conformance are rst manifest. Under either repair or replacement option, Seller
shall not be obligated to remove or pay for the removal of the defective product or install or pay for the installation of the replaced
or repaired product and Buyer shall be responsible for all other costs, including, but not limited to, service costs, shipping fees
and expenses. Seller shall have sole discretion as to the method or means of repair or replacement. Buyer’s failure to comply with
Seller’s repair or replacement directions shall terminate Seller’s obligations under this Warranty and render this Warranty void. Any
parts repaired or replaced under the Warranty are warranted only for the balance of the warranty period on the parts that were
repaired or replaced. The Warranty is conditioned on Buyer giving written notice to Seller of any defects in material or workmanship
of warranted goods within ten (10) days of the date when any defects are rst manifest.
Seller shall have no warranty obligations to Buyer with respect to any product or parts of a product that have been: (a) repaired by
third parties other than Seller or without Seller’s written approval; (b) subject to misuse, misapplication, neglect, alteration, accident,
or physical damage; (c) used in a manner contrary to Seller’s instructions for installation, operation and maintenance; (d) damaged
from ordinary wear and tear, corrosion, or chemical attack; (e) damaged due to abnormal conditions, vibration, failure to properly
prime, or operation without ow; (f) damaged due to a defective power supply or improper electrical protection; or (g) damaged
resulting from the use of accessory equipment not sold or approved by Seller. In any case of products not manufactured by Seller,
there is no warranty from Seller; however, Seller will extend to Buyer any warranty received from Seller’s supplier of such products.
Red Jacket Water Products Policy Concerning Online Sales to Consumers. Homeowners using the Internet to locate information regarding
residential water systems, residential wastewater systems, controls and tanks may discover several sites offering a direct-to-consumer purchasing
opportunity. Residential water and wastewater systems are mission critical applications and are designed to be installed by qualied professionals.
Red Jacket Water Products has an extensive nationwide network of distributors and dealers, including authorized resellers. To nd Red Jacket Water
Products recognized distributors, dealers and authorized resellers, please complete the form located at: goulds.com/redjacket
No warranty is offered on Red Jacket Water Products equipment purchased over the Internet, including web-based options from unauthorized
retailers. This policy is necessary to ensure that Red Jacket Water Products equipment is installed properly, in compliance with applicable laws, rules
and codes, in a manner that addresses safety concerns and the proper performance of Red Jacket Water Products equipment.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS PROVIDED IN PLACE OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE (1) YEAR FROM THE DATE OF INSTALLATION OR EIGHTEEN (18) MONTHS FROM THE PRODUCT
DATE CODE , WHICHEVER SHALL OCCUR FIRST. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE REQUIRED BY LAW, BUYER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND
SELLER’S AGGREGATE LIABILITY FOR BREACH OF ANY OF THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO REPAIRING OR
REPLACING THE PRODUCT AND SHALL IN ALL CASES BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT PAID BY THE BUYER FOR THE DEFECTIVE
PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER FORM OF DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT,
LIQUIDATED, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, EXEMPLARY OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO
LOSS OF PROFIT, LOSS OF ANTICIPATED SAVINGS OR REVENUE, LOSS OF INCOME, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF PRODUCTION,
LOSS OF OPPORTUNITY OR LOSS OF REPUTATION.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusions may not apply to
you. This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.
To make a warranty claim, check rst with the dealer from whom you purchased the product or visit www.xyleminc.com for the
name and location of the nearest dealer providing warranty service.
[phone]
www.drainagesolutionsinc.com

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIÓN
IM125R04
RJA y RJDS
Quick-Set™
INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN, FUNCIONAMIENTO Y MANTENIMIENTO
SERIES
[phone]
www.drainagesolutionsinc.com


Sección 1 – Instalación de un pozo poco profundo nuevo ............................................................................................20
Sección 2 – Instalación o reemplazo de una bomba para pozo poco profundo.........................................................20
Sección 3 – Instalación de pozos profundos —Introducción...........................................................................................22
Sección 4 – Instalación de un pozo profundo nuevo ......................................................................................................22
Sección 5 – Instalación o reemplazo de una bomba para pozo profundo...................................................................23
Sección 6 – Mantenimiento ................................................................................................................................................25
Sección 7 – Tuberías y tanques de presión.......................................................................................................................26
Sección 8 – Listado de diagnóstico de fallas....................................................................................................................27
Sección 9 – Piezas de repuesto ..........................................................................................................................................30
Todo el trabajo eléctrico debe ser realizado
por un técnico calificado. Siempre siga el
Código Eléctrico Nacional (NEC) o el Código Eléctrico
Canadiense, además de todos los códigos locales, estatales
y provinciales. Las preguntas acerca del código deben ser
dirigidas al inspector eléctrico local. Si se hace caso omiso
a los códigos eléctricos y normas de seguridad de OSHA,
se pueden producir lesiones personales o daños al equipo.
Si se hace caso omiso a las instrucciones de instalación del
fabricante, se puede producir electrochoque, peligro de
incendio, lesiones personales o incluso la muerte, daños
al equipo, rendimiento insatisfactorio y podría anularse la
garantía del fabricante.
Las unidades estándar no fueron diseñadas
para su uso en piscinas, cuerpos abiertos de
agua, líquidos peligrosos o donde existan gases inflam-
ables. El pozo debe contar con ventilación de acuerdo
con los códigos locales. Vea los boletines de catálogos
de bombas específicos o la placa de nombre de la bomba
para todas las listas de agencias.
Desconecte y bloquee la corriente eléctrica
antes de instalar o dar servicio a cualquier
equipo eléctrico. Muchas bombas están equi-padas con
protección automática contra la sobrecarga térmica, la cual
podría permitir que una bomba demasiado caliente rear-
ranque inesperadamente.
Nunca presurice demasiado el tanque, las tu-
berías o el sistema a una presión superior a la
clasificación de presión máxima del tanque. El hacerlo dañará
el tanque, anula la garantía y puede crear un peligro grave.
Proteja a los tanques contra humedad y
pulverización excesivas, ya que oxidarán al
tanque y pueden crear un peligro. Vea las etiquetas de adver-
tencia o el manual del tanque para más información.
Aviso importante: Lea las instrucciones de seguridad antes de
proseguir con el cableado.
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD
PARA EVITAR LESIONES PERSONALES GRAVES O
AÚN FATALES Y SERIOS DAÑOS MATERIALES, LEA Y
SIGA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD
EN EL MANUAL Y EN LA BOMBA.
ESTE MANUAL HA SIDO CREADO COMO UNA GUÍA
PARA LA INSTALACIÓN Y OPERACIÓN DE ESTA UNI-
DAD Y SE DEBE CONSERVAR JUNTO A LA BOMBA.
Éste es un SÍMBOLO DE ALERTA DE
SEGURIDAD. Cuando vea este sím-
bolo en la bomba o en el manual, busque
una de las siguientes palabras de señal y esté
alerta a la probabilidad de lesiones person-
ales o daños materiales.
Advierte los peligros que CAUSARÁN
graves lesiones personales, la muerte o
daños materiales mayores.
Advierte los peligros que PUEDEN causar
graves lesiones personales, la muerte o
daños materiales mayores.
Advierte los peligros que PUEDEN causar
lesiones personales o daños materiales.
AVISO: INDICA INSTRUCCIONES ESPECIALES
QUE SON MUY IMPORTANTES Y QUE
SE DEBEN SEGUIR DE RETROCESO
DE DRENAJE; ESTOS SISTEMAS DEBEN
UTILIZAR OTROS MEDIOS FRANKLIN
ELECTRIC O EN UN MANUAL DEL
CÓDIGO N.E.C. (CÓDIGO ELÉCTRICO
NACIONAL DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS).
EXAMINE BIEN TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES Y
ADVERTENCIAS ANTES DE REALIZAR CUALQUIER
TRABAJO EN ESTA BOMBA.
MANTENGA TODAS LAS CALCOMANÍAS DE
SEGURIDAD. 
Antes de comenzar la instalación de un sistema
de pozo de agua residencial nuevo, verique las
reglamentaciones estatales y locales para pozos y los requisitos
para la instalación sanitaria. Asegúrese de que el pozo esté al
menos a la distancia mínima exigida de fuentes de contaminación
tales como cisternas, cámaras o áreas sépticas, atanores, etc.
Siempre desinfecte el pozo y analice la pureza del
agua antes de usarla. Infórmese en el Departa-
mento de Salud Pública local sobre los procedimientos de análisis.
Asegúrese de que el pozo esté cubierto con un
adaptador sin fondo o un sello sanitario para
pozos, que impida la contaminación y el deterioro de la bomba.
Siempre drene la bomba y el tanque durante períodos
prolongados de no uso cuando se registren temper-
aturas de congelación.
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WARNING

1. Dos llaves para tubos ajustables
2. Llave española ajustable
3. Destornillador
4. Cinta para medir
5. Abrazadera(s) sujetatubos (para sujetar el tubo durante la
instalación)
6. Sólo para los sistemas de punta de hincado - una maza
y peso de hincado tipo funda (para clavar la punta de
hincado)
7. Para tubos galvanizados – cinta o compuesto no tóxico
sellador para tubos que aseguren uniones herméticas.
8. Para tubos de plástico – cinta o cemento no tóxico que
aseguren uniones herméticas.
PRECAUCIÓN
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Los motores de Emerson y A.O. SMOTH para bombas
de inyección cuentan con un conmutador de voltaje que
permite seleccionar fácilmente la operación con 115 ó 230
voltios. En el caso del motor de A.O. SMITH, se debe tirar del
conmutador hacia afuera, hacerlo girar y empujarlo nueva-
mente hacia adentro. El conmutador del motor de Emerson
es un interruptor de palanca que se cambia de posición us-
ando la punta de un bolígrafo o un destornillador pequeño.
Este conmutador tiene las leyendas “115” y “230”.
Es estándar en la industria despachar los
motores de ½ hp cableados para 115 voltios.
Si se los conecta a una fuente de alimentación de 230 voltios
se dañarán el bobinado, el condensador o el dispositivo de
protección contra sobrecarga. Este tipo de daño es de fácil
diagnóstico y no está cubierto por la garantía.
Los motores de ¾ hp o más vienen cableados para 230
voltios. Si se los conecta a una fuente de alimentación de
115 voltios sin cambiar la posición del conmutador de
voltaje, el rendimiento del motor será bajo, la operación será
muy ruidosa y ocurrirá un disparo por sobrecarga producido
por la alta temperatura.
Las bombas de inyección
convertibles Red Jacket
pueden adaptarse a los
sistemas de pozos super-
ciales como se ilustra:
Fig. 1A -horizontalmente a
un pozo poco profundo
Fig. 1B - horizontalmente a
un pozo hincado
SISTEMAS DE POZOS PROFUNDOS
SISTEMAS DE POZOS POCO PROFUNDOS
Las bombas de inyección con-
vertibles Red Jacket pueden
adaptarse a los sistemas de po-
zos profundos como se ilustra:
Fig. 1C -horizontalmente a un
sello de tubería doble de 3" ó 4".
Fig. 1D - horizontalmente a un
adaptador de pozo vertical de
2".
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SISTEMAS DE BOMBAS DE INYECCIÓN
FIGURA 1A FIGURA 1B FIGURA 1C FIGURA 1D
TABLA A – MEDIDAS DE CABLES Y FUSIBLES RECOMENDADAS EN EL DIAGRAMA DE CABLEADO
Potencia Amps nomina- Distancia en pies – medidor al motor
del Voltaje les fusible de 0-50' 51'-100' 101'-200' 201'-300' 301'-400' 401'-500'
motor derivación Medida del cable
1⁄3115 15 14 14 12 10 8 8
½ 115 15 14 14 10 8 8 8
½ 230 15 14 14 14 14 14 12
¾ 115 20 12 12 10 8 6 4
¾ 230 15 14 14 14 14 12 10
1 115 20 12 12 8 6 6 4
1 230 15 14 14 14 12 12 10

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TABLA B – MEDIDAS DE TUBOS PARA TRAMOS HORIZONTALES
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UNIÓN
CONEXIÓN EN T
ADAPTADOR
DE POZO
TUBO DE SALIDA
DE SUCCIÓN
ENTUBADO DEL POZO
VÁLVULA DE PIE
SISTEMA DE
POZO POCO
PROFUNDO
VÁLVULA DE RETENCIÓN
CONEXIÓN EN T
ACOPLAMIENTO
REFORZADO DE LA TU-
BERÍA DE PRESIÓN
TUBO DE PRESIÓN O
TUBO DE SUCCIÓN
SISTEMA DE
PUNTA DE
HINCADO
POZO HINCADO
MÍNIMO 2'
AVISO
ADVERTENCIA
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Si está reemplazando una bomba de un pozo poco profun-
do, consulte la Sección 2.
Los accesorios para la instalación de un pozo
poco profundo, tales como válvulas de pie, adaptado-
res de pozo, acoplamientos, juntas y tuberías, pueden
comprarse separadamente. Su bomba de inyección Red
Jacket puede adaptarse horizontalmente para pozos
poco profundos o sistemas de punta de hincado. Vea la
Figura 2.
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Paso 1. Para asegurar un cebado continuo en un sistema de
pozo poco profundo, (izquierda-Figura2) se debe instalar
una válvula de pie. En un sistema de punta de hincado,
(derecha-Figura 2) se debe instalar una válvula de retención
tan cerca de la bomba como sea posible. Examine la válvula
de pie o la de retención para comprobar que estén limpias
y correctamente alojadas.
Paso 2. Inspeccione la tubería para asegurar que no tenga
obstrucciones ni suciedad. Con frecuencia se usan tubos de
hierro galvanizado, aunque también se puede usar tubos de
plástico si las regulaciones locales y estatales vigentes para
instalaciones sanitarias lo permiten. Use cinta o compuesto
sellador no tóxico en las uniones de rosca macho de los tu-
bos galvanizados (cinta o cemento en los tubos de plástico)
para lograr uniones herméticas sin ltración de aire.
Paso 3. Para instalar la tubería de salida de succión en un
pozo poco profundo existente, sostenga el tubo con un
sujetatubos o una abrazadera. A medida que hace descend-
er cada sección de la tubería, llénela con agua y observe
constantemente que no haya fugas. Instale la válvula de pie
a no menos de 2 pies del fondo del pozo para impedir que
la arena, el barro u otros cuerpos extraños obturen la toma.
Paso 4. La tubería horizontal desde la bomba hasta el pozo
debe ser lo más corta posible para minimizar la pérdida por
fricción. A n de lograr la mayor eciencia de operación, la
tubería de succión no debe ser menor que la conexión de
succión de 1¼ pulgada de la bomba. La Tabla B muestra las
medidas de tubos correctas para los tramos horizontales. Si
la bomba se instala en posición descentrada con respecto
al pozo, la tubería debe inclinarse hacia arriba, desde el
pozo hacia a la bomba, alrededor de 1 pulgada por cada
10 pies de tubería a n de evitar la formación de bolsas de
aire en la línea. La instalación debe estar por debajo de la
línea de escarcha o contar con protección adecuada contra
el congelamiento.
Paso 5. Conecte una T de 1¼" u otro adaptador apropiado
en la unión de los tubos de succión horizontal y vertical,
tal como se ilustra en la Figura 2. La T se puede usar para
limpiar el pozo.
Paso 6. Es importante limpiar el pozo de arena y agua sucia
para evitar que se dañe la bomba. Limpie el pozo por ole-
aje de agua utilizando una manguera de jardín introducida
en la tubería. Espere hasta que el agua que salga del tubo
de succión esté limpia.
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A n de eliminar tiempo muerto innecesario sin suministro
de agua, dedique unos minutos antes de comenzar la insta-
lación para analizar el sistema de tuberías existente y los es-
quemas típicos del sistema Red Jacket que se ilustran en la
Figura 3. En algunos casos puede resulta necesario agregar
más tubería. Si está reemplazando un tanque de presión
convencional por un tanque de aire precargado, la línea
para control del volumen de aire no será necesaria. Observe
en las ilustraciones cómo los tubos pueden conectarse a la
bomba Red Jacket en el costado o en la parte superior.
Paso 1. PARA SU SEGURIDAD interrumpa la
alimentación eléctrica en la entrada de servicio antes
de conectar o desconectar cables de la bomba, para así
evitar cualquier riesgo de sacudidas eléctricas.
Paso 2. Drene el tanque de retención. Desconecte la tu-
bería de succión, la línea de servicio y, si fuera necesario, la
línea de control del volumen de aire. Retire la bomba vieja.
NOTA: A medida que aumentan la distancia horizontal y el tamaño de la tubería, aumenta también el tiempo de cebado.
Tamaño Succión
la bomba 10-50 pies 51-75 pies 76-100 pies 101-150 pies 151-200 pies 210-250 pies 251-300 pies
½ y ¾ HP 1¼ 1½ 1½ 2 2 2 2
1 HP 1½ 2 2 2½ 2½ 2½ 2½