Nova-Tech LMI Roytronic Series A Metering Pump - Manual (Page 18)

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OPERATION
4.2.2 Start-Up/Priming for Pump Supplied with 4-FV
Read this entire section completely before proceeding.
When all precautionary steps have been taken, the pump is mounted, and the tubing is
securely attached, you may now start priming the pump.
1. Plug in or switch the pump on.
2. While the pump is running, set the Speed Adjustment Knob and the Stroke Adjust-
ment Knob at 100%.
3. Open the relief side (black knob) of the 4-FV by turning to the stop (about 1/8 turn).
4. The suction tubing should begin to fill with solution from the tank.
5. A small amount of solution will begin to discharge out the return line of the 4-FV.
Once this happens, return the knob to the 12:00 position and SHUT THE PUMP OFF.
6. The pump is now primed.
7. Proceed to output adjustment, Section 4.3.
4.2.3 Start-Up/Priming Without 4-FV
Read this entire section completely before proceeding.
When all precautionary steps have been taken, the pump is mounted, and the tubing is
securely attached, you may prime the pump.
1. Plug in or switch on the pump.
2. While the pump is running, set the speed knob and the stroke knob at 100%.
3. The suction tubing should begin to fill with solution from the tank.
4. Once the solution begins to exit the pump head on the discharge side, SHUT THE
PUMP OFF.
5. The pump is now primed.
6. Proceed to output adjustment, Section 4.3.
4.3 Output Adjustment
Once the pump has been primed, an appropriate output adjustment MUST be made.
Pump output should be calculated and adjustments made accordingly.
If the pump does
not self-prime,
remove the
discharge check
valve and pour
water or solution
into the port until
the head is filled.
Replace valve,
then follow start
up/priming steps.
If the pump does
not self-prime,
remove the 4-FV
on the discharge
side of the pump
head. Remove
the check valve
and pour water
or solution into
the port until the
head is filled.
Replace valve,
then follow start
up/priming steps.