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Contents: Installation Instructions: page 2 Pump Specifications: pages 3-7 Parts List / Kits: page 8 Torque Specifications: page 8 Exploded View: page 9 Repair Instructions: page 10-11 Warranty Information: back page Triplex Ceramic Plunger Pump Operating Instructions/ Repair and Service Manual Seri e s P 200 A-3100/5100 Updated 3/98 Stainless Stee[...]
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4. Use of a dampener is necessary to minimize pulsation at drive elements, plumbing, connec- tions, and other system areas. The use of a dampener with Giant Industries, Inc. pumps is optional, although recommended by Giant Industries, Inc. to further reduce system pulsa- tion. Dampeners can also reduce the severity of pres[...]
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P217A-3100/5100 HORSEPOWER REQUIREMENTS RPM GPM 800 PSI 1200 PSI 1500 PSI 1700 PSI 2000 PSI 1725 1.7 0.9 1.4 1.7 2.0 2.3 3000 3.0 1.7 2.5 3.1 3.5 4.1 3200 3.2 1.8 2.6 3.3 3.8 4.4 3450 3.4 1.9 2.8 3.5 4.0 4.7 Specifications Model P217A-3100/5100 NOTE: In order to drive the pump from the side opposite the present shaft extension, simply remove the va[...]
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P218A-3100/5100 HORSEPOWER REQUIREMENTS RPM GPM 800 PSI 1200 PSI 1500 PSI 1700 PSI 2000 PSI 1150 2.1 1.2 1.7 2.2 2.5 2.9 1450 2.6 1.5 2.2 2.7 3.1 3.6 1750 3.4 1.9 2.8 3.5 4.0 4.7 NOTE: In order to drive the pump from the side opposite the present shaft extension, simply remove the valve casing from the crank- case and rotate the pumps 180 degrees t[...]
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V olume ....................................................................................................... Up to 4.2 GPM Discharge Pressure ..................................................................................... Up to 2000 PSI Inlet Pressure .........................................................................................[...]
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Specifications Model P220A-3100/5100 V olume ....................................................................................................... Up to 4.7GPM Discharge Pressure ..................................................................................... Up to 2000 PSI Inlet Pressure .....................................................[...]
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Specifications Model P221A-3100 NOTE: In order to drive the pump from the side opposite the present shaft extension, simply remove the valve casing from the crank- case and rotate the pumps 180 degrees to the desired position. Be certain to rotate the seal case (item #20) as well, so that the weep holes are down at the six o'clock position. Ex[...]
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ITE M PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 08300 Crankcase 1 2 08301 Dipstick (Except P217, black ) 1 2 08480 Dipstick (P217, red ) 1 3 08302 Crankcase Plug Cover 1 3A 07190 Drain Plug & Gasket 1 4 08005 O-Ring 1 5 08185 Oil Drain Plug 1 6 07188-0100 Screw, 316 S.S. 4 6A 07223-0100 Spring Washer, 316 S.S. 7 08303 Bearing Cover I 2 8 08490 Sight Glass 1 [...]
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Exploded View - P200A-3100/5100 Series Unique for P221- 3100 or[...]
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REPAIR INSTRUCTION - P200A-3100/5100 SERIES Disassembly sequence of fluid end of P200A-3100/5100 series pump Note: Always take time to lubricate all metal and nonmetal parts with a light film of oil before reassembly. This step will ensure proper fit, at the same time protecting the pump nonmetal parts (i.e., the elas- tomers) from cutting and scor[...]
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Disassembly sequence of the back end of the P200A-3100/5100 series pump. 1 ) Before you begin, drain the oil from the crankcase. 2) Remove the crankcase cover (3) and o-ring (4) from the crankcase (1). To remove the crankshaft (13), remove the bearing cover (7) and sight glass (8). Using a rubber mallet, remove the crankshaft axially through the co[...]
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GIANT INDUSTRIES, INC. , 900 N. Westwood Ave., P.O. Box 3187, Toledo, Ohio 43607 PHONE (419) 531-4600, FAX (419) 531-6836, www.giantpumps.com Copyright 1998 Giant Industries, Inc. P200A-3100/5100 DIMENSIONS (mm) 3/98 P200A-3100.PM6 GIANT INDUSTRIES LIMITED WARRANTY Giant Industries, Inc. pumps and accessories are warranted by the manufacturer t[...]