PUMP
SYSTEM START UP
- STEP # 1)
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Be prepared. You’ll need a
start up report, (available below for download) control panel wiring schematic, electrical
meters, and pump technical data.
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- STEP #2)
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Inspect the condition of the pump
basin and equipment.
Remove debris from basin, inspect the pump and float switch cords, and inspect the panel
enclosure and junction box for dampness.
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- STEP #3)
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Verify that the pump’s
voltage and amp rating is compatible with the power source and panel design.
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- STEP #4)
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Install pump, panel, floats, and
junction box. Verify that all connections going to and from junction box are correct and
that conduit entries to panel are properly sealed.
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- STEP #5)
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Verify that all panel connections
are correct. Set the overload adjustment in the panel. Set the floats at the desired
level.
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- STEP #6)
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Add water to the basin.
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- STEP #7)
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Power up the system. Use the test
switch to check the high water alarm. Operate the pumps in the “hand” mode.
Check and record voltage and amp draw. Check for any leaks in the piping or at the
disconnect flange. For three phase systems, verify that the pump is rotating in the proper
direction. Make sure that a vent hole has been drilled between the pump and check valve in
the discharge pipe at a level slightly above the pump on point.
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- STEP #8)
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Conduct a functional test on the
performance of the pump. Record this information and verify that it performs within the
requirements of the application.
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- STEP #9)
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Check out the panel operation
with the float switches and verify the panel operation and sequencing of the pump
operation is correct.
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- STEP #10)
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Complete the start up report and
keep it in a permanent file along with the pump’s technical data, service
information, and panel wiring schematic.
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