Waterra POWERPUMP 2 Owner's Manual - Assembly & Operation
Assembly & Operation
The tubing clamp is attached to
the reciprocating post by the lock-
ing block and clevis pin assembly at
the top of the pump.The plastic
tubing, once installed to the desired
depth in the well, is attached to the
pump with the tubing clamp.The
position of the tubing clamp should
be adjusted so that the tubing
hangs clear of the well casing to
prevent wear.About 5 or 6 feet of
tubing should extend above this
clamp to allow for controlled discharge of the groundwater.
The tubing discharge clamp utilizes a V block clamp which is
attached to the bracket located on the base aluminum channel
below the engine. It is attached to the pump by the two adjustable
threaded bolts and but-
terfly nuts which accom-
modates tubing ranging in
size from 5/8" to 1" O.D.
Clamping the tubing in
this way provides a fixed
discharge point which
makes it easier to sample
and measure flow rates.
An adjustable ratchet belt
is provided which can be
used to firmly attach the
PowerPump 2 to the well
casing while operating.
Anchoring of the pump with the ratchet belt is especially important
when pumping deep wells due to the greater amount of tubing iner-
tia and motor vibration.The clamp is also useful in securing the pump
in situations where ground conditions are very soft and unstable.
Features
The Waterra PowerPump 2 is a gasoline powered mechanical
drive mechanism which pumps water by repeatedly lifting and drop-
ping a tubing and footvalve assembly that is extended below the
water surface in a well.The PowerPump components include a 3 H.P.
gasoline engine, a 19:1 parallel shaft speed reducer, a centrifugal
clutch and a linear pump drive mechanism.This drive mechanism
includes a reciprocating post which extends above the pump frame
that connects to a tubing clamp.The pump unit is designed to hang
from a well casing and is secured to the casing with a ratchet belt.All
components on the pump are fully adjustable to permit operation in
wells with variable casing completion heights and diameters.
Caution
Operators of the Waterra PowerPump 2 must first familarize
themselves with this Owner's Manual and the operating instructions
for the Honda Engine GX100 before attempting to operate this
piece of equipment.These manuals are included with your pump.
The operator must stand clear of the oscillating drive arm when
the pump is in use.The rapid up-down motion of this part creates a
potential hazard. Care must also be taken to avoid contact with the
exhaust muffler as this part can become hot and cause burns.
Warning labels on the pump indicate where these hazards exist –
please heed them.
The Waterra PowerPump 2 is heavy – it weighs 75 pounds
(34 kg), so care must be taken when transporting the pump. Use
proper lifting techniques in order to avoid back injuries.
The Waterra PowerPump 2 should always be transported in an
upright postion.This will prevent oil from leaking from the crankcase
into the cylinder, or fuel from leaking from the fuel tank. Prior to
transporting the unit, remove all gasoline from the engine.
Before starting the Waterra PowerPump 2, ensure that there is
enough tubing between the tubing clamp and the tubing discharge
clamp. Insufficient tubing will cause unnecessary strain on the equip-
ment.
WATERRA POWERPUMP 2
ASSEMBLY & OPERATION
WATERRA POWERPUMP 2
FEATURES & CAUTIONS