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ManualsBrandsGPI ManualsDC Powered Fuel Pumps12V Fuel Transfer Pump — 18 GPM, Manual Nozzle, Hose

Rev. A 921422-18

5252 East 36th Street North

W ichita, KS USA 67220-3205

TEL: 316-686-7361

FAX: 316-686-6746

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

General Information ..........................................................2

Safety Instructions ............................................................2

Installation ........................................................................2

Operation ..........................................................................4

Maintenance .....................................................................4

Repair ...............................................................................4

Troubleshooting ................................................................8

Speciﬁcations ...................................................................9

Illustrated Parts List ........................................................10

Parts and Service ...........................................................11

Great Plains Industries, Inc. is a member of

the Petroleum Equipment Institute.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

05/09

To the owner...

Congratulations on receiving your GPI fuel pump. We are

pleased to provide you with a system designed to give you

maximum reliability and efﬁciency.

Your fuel pump is designed, tested, and approved for use

with gasoline blends, diesel fuel blends and kerosene.

Please take all due precautions when handling these ﬂam-

mable liquids. Your safety is important to us.

Also, to assure the longest possible service life, it is impor-

tant that you follow the operation and maintenance proce-

dures outlined in this manual. We are proud to provide you

with a quality product and dedicated support. Together

with your conscientious use, we are sure that you will obtain

years of safe, dependable service.

President

Great Plains Industries, Inc.

M-150S, M-180S and M-240S Fuel Pump

Owner’s Manual

Please contact GPI before return-

ing any product. If you are missing

parts or experience problems with

your installation, our Customer

Support Department will be happy

to assist you.

GPI Customer Support

800-835-0113 or

316-686-7361

Summary of content (12 pages)

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5252 East 36th Street North W ichita, KS USA 67220-3205 TEL: 316-686-7361 FAX: 316-686-6746 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS �� M-150S, M-180S and M-240S Fuel Pump Owner’s Manual Please contact GPI before returning any product. If you are missing parts or experience problems with your installation, our Customer Support Department will be happy to assist you. GPI Customer Support 800-835-0113 or 316-686-7361 TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information......................................................
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GENERAL INFORMATION The purpose of this manual is to assist you in installing, operating and maintaining your GPI pump. This manual covers 12- and 24-volt DC electric gear pump models M-150S, M-180S and M-240S. CAUTION CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It is your responsibility to: Models M-150S and M-180S should be connected to a 12-volt DC power source.
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If you require a greater initial prime height, coat the gears with fluid by removing the plug on the top of the pump and pour a small quantity of motor oil into the gear cavity. Replace the plug and try again. A foot valve with pressure relief may be needed to maintain prime. To install the power cord, remove the electrical coverplate.
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DANGER Motor Protector (Model M-240S) If the pump is to be installed in a Hazardous (Classified) location, it must be installed by a licensed electrician and conform to National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes 30 and 70. You as the owner, are responsible for seeing that the installation and operation of your pump complies with NFPA codes as well as any applicable state and local codes. Rigid conduit must be used to install wiring.
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WARNING Avoid prolonged skin contact with petroleum fuels. Use protective goggles, gloves and aprons in case of splashing or spills. Change saturated clothing and wash skin promptly with soap and water. • Wipe the gear cavity with a clean cloth. • Replace the gears. Make sure they turn freely. • Replace the drive key. • Make sure the gear coverplate O-ring is securely in place. Tighten the coverplate to the housing.
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Figure 10 • Remove the torx head screw, then remove the switch assembly. (Figure 13) Spring ➤ Figure 13 O-ring Groove Poppet O-ring ➤ ➤ c. From inside the housing, use a small screwdriver to push the poppet and spring through the top outlet port. (Figure 11) • Models M-150S and M-180S: Remove one pump wire from the back of the switch and one wire from the circuit protector. • Model M-240S only: Remove both pump wires from the back of the switch.
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• Remove switch bracket mounting screw and gently pull switch from switch cavity. (Figure 16) Figure 17 Figure 16 Back of Pump NOTE: Switch shown is for models M-150S and M-180S. Model M-240S switch does not require a jumper wire and circuit breaker. • Remove the red wires from the terminals on the back of the switch. • Remove the remaining wire on motor protector then remove the motor protector from switch cavity. • Install new motor protector by reversing above procedure.
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TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION A. MOTOR DOES NOT RUN 1. Fuse blown Inspect fuse in fuse holder on power cord. If blown, replace. 2. Switch defective Remove switch coverplate and inspect switch. Replace, if necessary. 3. Motor burned out Replace motor as described in the Repair Section. 4.
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SPECIFICATIONS M-180S M-150S Application M-240S Designed to safely transfer low viscosity petroleum fuels such as gasoline (up to 15% alcohol blends such as E15), diesel fuel (up to 20% biodiesel blends such as B20) and kerosene. Pump is designed for permanent mounting on vented storage tanks. Pump Housing Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, cast aluminum body, convenient union ring for easy installation.
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ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 7 8 9 11 4 3 5 2 22 21 16 41 38 40 39 23 29 20 31 2 19 33 30 18 35 34 36 Item No. Part No.
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PARTS AND SERVICE In order to preserve the UL Listing for the motor, do not attempt to service the motor. For products serviced outside the factory, the UL nameplate must be defaced to indicate that the equipment may no longer meet the requirements for UL Listing. This does not apply to products serviced outside the factory under the UL program for Rebuilt Motors for Use in Hazardous Locations. For warranty consideration, parts, or other service information, please contact your local distributor.
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Limited Warranty Policy Great Plains Industries, Inc. 5252 E. 36 Street North, Wichita, KS USA 67220-3205, hereby provides a limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship on all products manufactured by Great Plains Industries, Inc. This product includes a 2 year warranty from date of purchase as evidenced by the original sales receipt. A 30 month warranty from product date of manufacture will apply in cases where the original sales receipt is not available.