Basepump Installation Instructions
For Models RB 750; HB 1000; CB 1500
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General Instructions:
This is NOT a complete
instruction manual. It is an overview of the most important details to
help you determine if Basepump is the right fit for your application.
Complete instructions are included with your pump.
Please READ all the instructions BEFORE attempting
to install Basepump. The average pumping capacity of Basepump may vary depending
on your municipal water supply, pressure, and any restrictions that may exist in
your piping. DO NOT connect Basepump BEFORE the Water Meter. This is stealing
water and is a crime. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN FITTINGS WHEN CONNECTING TO BASEPUMP!!
DO NOT APPLY HEAT DIRECTLY TO BASEPUMP!! MAKE COPPER CONNECTIONS SEPARATELY AND
THEN THREAD THEM INTO BASEPUMP AFTER THEY COOL! Damage to the pump unit can occur if this is ignored
and will VOID THE WARRANTY!! Ask your plumber about adding a shut-off valve right
after the Basepump Tee-in point so you would be able to turn off the water to
the rest of the house and leave Basepump operational; GREAT FOR VACATIONERS.
Additional parts or supplies needed:
RB750 can be installed
using 1/2" or 3/4" copper pipe or equivalent; 1" PVC Suction
& Discharge pipe
HB1000 is installed using
3/4" copper pipe or equivalent; 1-1/4" PVC Suction & Discharge pipe
CB1500 can be installed
using 3/4" or 1" copper pipe or equivalent; 1-1/2" Suction &
Discharge pipe.
The following pipe and fittings are typically
used in the installation process. Your application may be different than
this, so you must plan accordingly.
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Copper (or equivalent) pipe and fittings, usually a "T", a couple 90°
elbows, and enough pipe to connect your existing water supply to the inlet
fitting of Basepump. |
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Full Flow "Ball" or "Gate" Valve. |
| Union fitting |
| Dual check valve to prevent back-flow into the potable water supply. Installing this eliminates the
need for the union fitting. Basepump has its own built-in backflow
preventive device, but your local plumbing department may require a separate
device. Check with them to be sure. |
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Female adapter to connect to ¾" threaded male
fitting on Basepump. |
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Clear PVC cement and pipe thread sealant tape. |
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10 Foot Length of PVC (enough to fit your
application). |
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Take a look at one of our
easy-to-use, No-Sweat Installation Kits. These kits come in 1/2"
and 3/4" sizes and are easy to use with either copper, PEX, or CPVC piping
systems. They can even be used to convert from your existing copper to the
newer PEX systems without special adapters. You get everything you need
for most typical installations, except the pipe itself. That can be
purchased locally in either rigid or flexible form. We also have a
flexible stainless steel kit that is used like a gas connector for a
stove, but is made for water supply.
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Tools Needed:
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Electric or cordless drill with
screwdriver bits and hole saw attachment (RB750:
1-1/2" HB1000:
1-3/4" CB1500: 2" ). |
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Phillips and Slotted Screwdrivers. |
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Utility Knife and Tape Measure. |
| Plumbing tools for the water supply pipe you are using. |
Product Specifications:
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Materials: Heavy-duty Schedule 80 Polypropylene, Stainless steel hardware,
PVC fittings |
| Dimensions: RB750: L: 16";
W: 4"; H: 6"; Wt: 1 lb. HB1000: L: 16"; W: 5";
H: 8"; Wt: 2 lbs. CB1500: L: 18" W: 5"; H:
9"; Wt: 4 lbs. |
| Water inlet fitting:
RB750- 1/2" Male or 3/4" Female; HB1000- ¾" Male;
CB1500- 3/4" Male or 1" Female: Adapters included |
| PVC Suction/Discharge opening:
RB750- 1" Socket; HB1000: 1-1/4" Socket; CB1500- 1-1/2"
Socket) |
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Water service requirements: Minimum pressure:
40 PSI
Maximum pressure:
100
PSI |
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Water Flow rate required: RB750-
7GPM; HB1000- 10 GPM; CB1500- 15 GPM |
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Standard Installation to
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Indoor
Installation Using
Suction/Discharge Kit
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Pre-Qualify
Your System:
Basepump
Water Supply Checklist
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Pre-Installation,
4 Point Checklist
Before
installing, use this handy checklist to verify each item below. Improper
installation will result in reduced pumping capacity or pump may not
operate at all. Each pump model has slightly different requirements so
take note of each model number and the information associated with it. |
Household
Water Pressure:
Minimum: 40 lbs. PSI
Maximum: 100 lbs. PSI
Compensate for normal pressure loss from test point to Basepump
location. Avoid excessive piping from "tee-in" location,
whenever possible. If incoming municipal water pressures exceed 95 lbs.
PSI, then it is necessary to "tee-in" after the Pressure
Regulator Valve (PRV) to protect the pump valve from damage.
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Pressure: 40-100 PSI |
Household
Water Flow:
You must be able to fill a five gallon bucket
with water from a hose spigot at the following rates:
RB750: 40 seconds or
less HB1000: 30
seconds or less
CB1500: 20 seconds or less
If it takes longer,
you may have a restriction that must be bypassed or removed to maximize
pumping capacity.
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Flow 7-15 GPM |
Type
of Piping:
Must be
installed using copper pipe or equivalent in the sizes indicated below. (PVC,
CPVC, PEX, etc. , if approved in your area.) DO NOT connect to or install using galvanized iron pipe.
The smaller Inside Diameter and the potential for rust and debris to break
loose could hinder pump from operating properly.
Basepump Model: RB750: ½" or ¾"
HB1000: ¾" Pipe
CB1500: ¾" or 1" Pipe
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Piping
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Pipeline
Restrictions:
Basepump must be teed-in before any devices that restrict water
flow. Examples of such devices are: stop & waste valves, globe-type
valves, pressure
regulator valves (PRV), water conditioners, filters, etc. Water meter must
be minimum 3/4" standard. A Double Check Valve or an SVB
(Spill-Resistant Vacuum Breaker) Backflow device installed in the water
supply line before Basepump is often required and should pose no problem.
The more flow-restrictive, Reduced Pressure Zone (RPZ) devices will
sometimes prevent Basepump from
operating. We offer approved backflow devices in two versions as optional
equipment. One is a simple double check valve and the other is an RPZ
device. If you are unsure if you need one, take a look first and then
contact your local plumbing department if you have any further questions. Go
to our Accessories Page for details. Refer back to point #1 if incoming pressures exceed 95 lbs.
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Basepump
Suction and Discharge Options
These are just a few common examples of general installations. |
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Under
Joist Discharge
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Standard
Discharge
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Basepump
mounted underneath ceiling joist with flexible discharge hose sloping
upward and out through exterior wall. |
Basepump
mounted on side of ceiling joist; discharge straight to exterior. |
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Perpendicular
Discharge
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Offset
Suction Pipe
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Basepump
mounted perpendicular to ceiling joist, discharged at right angle from
pump through hole in joist to exterior. |
Suction pipe
offset using two 45 or 90 degree elbows to clear obstacles or to make
installation easier in some cases. |
Standard Basepump
Exploded View and Parts List
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Basepump
Ejector & Check Valve
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Float
Assembly
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Water
Alarm
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Suction
Screen
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(3) PVC Adapters
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(2) 45
Degree PVC Elbows
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Discharge
Relief Tee (PVC)
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Flexible
PVC Hose
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Ejector
Hanger
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Suction
Pipe Hanger
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Stainless
Steel Float
Clamp
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Transfer
Tubing
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(7)
Cable Ties:
(5 regular)
(2 release-able with alarm)
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(2)
Mounting Screws
* PVC Pipe
Not Included
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