TM 5-4320-302-14b. Suction Hose Installation.This pump is not intended to pump trash. Due to close internal tolerances, it is advisable to keepsuction intake off of bottom when pumping.(1) Connect the suction hose to pump suctionintake.(2) Highest point in the suction hose should beat the pump.(3) Make sure that connections and pipe jointsin the suction hose are tight.c. Discharge Hose Installation. Connect thedischarge hose to the check valve body assembly(discharge). Be certain discharge hose is tight.d. Preparation for Starting.WARNINGIf centrifugal pump unit has been run recently, the exhaust primer assembly may be hot enough tocause severe burns. Wear protective gloves or allow exhaust primer assembly to cool prior totouching exhaust valve.(1) Check position of handle. If necessary, movehandle of exhaust primer assembly from top of exhaustvalve. Check that exhaust valve is free to open andclose with exhaust gas pressure.(2) Check position of cock valve. Cock valve shallbe closed.2-56
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