Fill-rite Fr150 Series Piston Hand Pump User Manual

FILL-RITE FR150 Series Piston Hand Pump

Models FR150, FR151, FR152

Safety Instructions

To ensure safe and efficient operation, it is essential to read and follow each of these warnings and precautions.

1. Improper use or installation of this product can cause serious bodily injury or death.
2. Do NOT smoke near pump or use pump near an open flame when pumping\ flammable fluids. Fire could result.
3. A Fill-Rite filter should be used on pump outlet to ensure that no foreign material is transferred to fuel tank.
4. Use gasoline and oil resistant thread sealant or sealant tape on all threaded joints to protect against leakage.
5. Storage tank or barrel should be anchored to prevent tipping in both the full and empty conditions.
6. To minimize static electricity build-up, keep nozzle in contact with container being filled.

Warning
This product should not be used for fluid transfer into aircraft. This product is not suited for use with fluids for human comsumption or fluids containing water.

Fluid Compatibility
If in doubt about compatibility of a specific fluid, contact supplier of fluid to check for any adverse reactions to the wetted materials.

Thank You!
Thank you for purchasing Fill-Rite’s FR150 Series Piston Hand Pump! Your Fill-Rite® product comes with over 80 years of pump manufacturing experience behind it,
providing you the value that comes with superior performance, user-friendly design, outstanding durability, and solid, simple engineering.

Installation

NOTE: All pipe threads must have a sealant to protect against leaks. Use sealant tape provided with the pump, or use a gasoline and oil resistant thread sealant.

1. Screw suction pipe into pump inlet flange and tighten.
2. Extend suction pipe into tank or barrel opening to within 3″ of bottom of tank or barrel. Do not rest suction pipe on bottom.
3. Screw inlet flange of pump completely and securely into undamaged tank or barrel bung.
   PUMPS WITH DISCHARGE HOSE AND NOZZLE
4. Screw one end of hose into pump discharge opening and the nozzle to other end of hose.
   PUMPS WITH PAIL SPOUTS
   Screw discharge spout assembly into top of pump.
   PUMPS WITH METER, HOSE AND NOZZLE
   Screw street elbow into top of pump, nipple into street elbow, meter onto nipple.
   NOTE: Position the meter to the right of the handle facing operator for ease of operator viewing. Screw one end of hose into meter outlet and the nozzle to the other end of hose.

Pump Flow Reversal Instructions

Rotating the piston 180° inside the pump will reverse the flow of the pump.
NOTE: Removing the piston is not required to complete this process.

1. Remove the linkage pin (item 14) that retains the links (item 13) on the piston (item 3).
2. Using a wrench, rotate the piston 180°. Take care to avoid scratching the piston shaft.
3. Reattach the links (item 13) using the removed linkage pin (item 14).
4. Remove the Anti-Siphon Valve (item 25) and replace with 3/4″ NPT pipe plug.

Operating Instructions

1. Reset meter to 0 (if applicable).
2. Insert nozzle into tank (if applicable).
3. Operate handle to begin fluid flow.
4. When finished pumping, allow hose to drain and return nozzle to nozzle boot.

Troubleshooting

IF PUMP FAILS TO PRIME: Check suction line for leaks or obstructions. Check valves and piston for nicks, burrs, or wear. Check gasket for leakage. LOW PUMPING CAPACITY: Remove and clean screen. Check for leaks in suction line. PUMP FLUID LEAKAGE: Tighten bearing nut 1/4 to 1/2 turn. Replace packing. Replace anti-siphon valve. Tighten covers and joints

FR150 Series Piston Hand Pump Parts List

Accessories

NOTE: Arrows on piston must point to inlet (down) when installed. Pump will not function correctly if not installed properly.

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References

• Fill-Rite Homepage
• Gorman-Rupp Company
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