Checking suc tion lift – Xylem GSSERVICE R2 Service Manual Submersible Pumps & Jet Pumps User Manual
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CHECKING SUC
TION LIFT
85
Compound Vacuum
Pressure Gauge
This gauge will show
the pressure or vacuum
at any position in a
pump or system where
it is installed.
A reading of 20" on a vacuum gauge placed
on the suction side of the pump would tell
you that you have a vacuum or suction lift
of 22.6 ft.
20" x 1.13' = 22.6 ft.
Vacuum
Gauge
22.6'
Vertical Lift
Plus Friction
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