TM 10-4610-232-12
CAUTION
Operation of raw water pump when not properly primed will result in damage to raw water
pump. If pressure or flow is not noted on any restart of the raw water pump after any
shutdown, reprime in accordance with para. 2-17b (1).
(f)
At the main control panel, push RAW WATER PUMP START (7).
(g)
Manually operate the prime assist handle (8) to assis t in puling the air out of the suction hoses.
CAUTION
Do not allow the raw water pump to run continuously for more than 3 or 4 minutes or
damage to the pump can occur. Stop pump and refill pump housing before restarting.
(h)
When the air is removed, the cyclone discharge hose will get hard and underflow will come out of the cyclone drain
hoses.
Figure 2-41. Priming the Raw Water Pump (Sheet 2 of 2)
(MODEL ROWPU-1 ONLY)
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