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Fuel Pump Installation Guide

 

  1. Inspect the threads (female) on the Threaded Bung (ON TANK) to ensure it is clean and free of dirt/debris. Inspect the threads (Male) on your Fuel Transfer Pump to ensure it is clean and free of dirt/debris. 

  2. Using Fuel Approved Pipe Thread Sealant (Tape/Liquid Compound) Wrap/Apply the Thread Sealant in a Clockwise Rotation to ensure that threads are covered adequately. 

  3. Repeat Step #3 for your Fuel Suction Pipe, and ensure it is the correct length to correspond with your Fuel Transfer Tank Depth (Measured from the Threaded Bung (female) to the bottom of the Fuel Transfer Tank. Check to confirm all steps were followed accordingly. 

  4. Begin threading your Fuel Transfer Pump 2” NPT (male) Fitting, By HAND ONLY, the fitting must be turned clockwise until tight. 

  5. Make a reference mark using an erasable marker that touches both 2” NPT Fittings.  Using the correct size Wrench or Pipe Wrench, continue to tighten the fitting until you have made 2 ½ - 3 Full Rotations, past your reference mark. 

  6. Threaded Installation is now complete.   

***LIABILITY DISCLAIMER** 

 

This fuel pump installation guide is provided as a general reference tool. 

The user assumes all risks associated with the installation and use of the fuel pump. We expressly disclaim any liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or exemplary damages, including but not limited to, damages for loss of profits, goodwill, use, data or other intangible losses resulting from the use of or inability to use the guide or the fuel pump. 

 

By proceeding with installing the fuel pump, the user expressly acknowledges and agrees that we shall not be liable for any damages or costs of any type arising out of or in any way connected with your use of this guide. 

 

Please ensure that you are properly equipped and that you have fully read and understood all installation instructions before proceeding. If you do not feel comfortable installing the fuel pump, please seek professional help. * 

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