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Preparing the Washer
Operator’s Manual 15
INLET WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
1. Inlet water supply must be a minimum of 20 PSI (1.4
bar).
Attempting to operate the washer with less than
adequate water supply will cause rapid wear of packings,
valves and bearings that will dramatically shorten pump
life. Symptoms of inadequate water supply are pump
shuddering and flattening of the supply hose.
2. Inlet water flow must be at least 125% of pump rated
flow. Check volume by timing how long it takes to fill a
5 gallon (19 L) container. For example, a flow rate of
3.0 GPM would fill a 5 gallon container in 5/3 minute
(100 seconds).
3. Water supply hose should be a good grade of garden
hose with a minimum I.D. 5/8 in. (16mm) and no longer
than 50 ft. (15.24 m). If longer supply hose must be
used, check to be certain flow is at least equal to the
“GPM Supply Required”.
4. If non-pressurized (static draw) water supply is used,
check to be certain flow is at least 125% of pump rated
flow. In static draw situations, water flow rate (GPM)
can be increased by elevating the water supply tank
or changing to a larger inside diameter water supply
hose.
5. Adding on extension to the supply hose will reduce water
flow rates. Check for adequate water flow rate each
time an extension is added. Water flow rates can be
increased by using the largest possible internal diameter
supply hose.
IMPORTANT: Inlet water temperature must not be more
than 125° F (60° C). Damage to the pump
may result.