SEARS

OWNER'S
MANUAL

MODEL NO.
390.2514
390.2518

I:RRFTSMRN°
CAUTION: PROFESSIONAL
Read and Follow "HYDROGLASS ''®
All Safety Rulesand
Operating Instructions SHALLOW WELL JET PUMP
Before First Use of
This Product. • Safety Instructions
• Installation
Save ThisManual For
Future Reference. • Operation
• Troubleshooting
• Repair Parts

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

PRINTED IN USA Form No. F642-04073 (8/3/o4)
 READ AND FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!

This is the safety aler'c symbol. When you see this symbol on your
pump or in this manual, look for one of the following signal words
and be alert to the potential for personal injury:
DANGER warns about hazards that will cause serious personal
injury, death or major property damage ff ignored.
WARNING warns about hazards that will or can cause serious
personal injury, death or major property damage ff ignored.
CAUTION warns about hazards that will or can cause minor per-
sonal injury or property damage ff ignored.
The label NOTICE indicates special instructions which are im-
portant but not related to hazards.
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this
manual and on pump.
Keep safety labels in good condition.
Replace missing or damaged safety labels.
Relief valve must be capable of passing full pump flow at 75 PSI.
Pump water onJy with this pump.

Electrical Safety General Safety

WARNING _k Wire motor for correct
voltage. See "Electrical" WARNING
section of this manual
and motor nameplate. Hazardous pressure!
Install pressure relief
valve in discharge pipe.
Ground motor before
connecting to power Release all pressure on
supply. system before working on
any component.

Meet National Elect-

rical Code and local
Hazardous voltage.
Can shock, burn, or codes for all wiring.
cause death.
Periodically inspect pump and system components.
Ground pump before _k Follow wiring instruc- Wear safety glasses at all times when worldng on pumps.
connecting to power tions in this manual
Keep work area clean, uncluttered and properly lighted; store
supply. when connecting mo- properly all unused tools and equipment.
tot to power lines. Keep visitors at a safe distance from the work areas.

Make workshops childproof; use padlocks and master switches;

A WARNIN__j Pump body may explode if used as a booster
remove starter keys.
pump unless relief valve capable of passing full pump flow
General Safety at 75 PSI (517 kPa)
f
is installed,

Do not allow pump, pressure tank, piping, or any other system Iax CAUTION !Motor normally operates at high temperature and
component containing water to freeze. Freezing may damage sys- will be too hot to touch. It is protected from heat damage during
tem, leading to injury or flooding. Allowing pump or system com- operation by an automatic internal cutoff switch. Before handling
ponents to freeze will void warranty. pump or motor, stop motor and allow it to cool for 20 minutes.

TABLE I - PUMP PERFORMANCE (In Gallonsper Minute)

Model Discharge Pumping Depth in Feet

No. Description Suct. Disch. Pressure PSI 5' 10' 15' 20'

390.2514 1/2 HP S.W. Jet 1-1/4" 1" 40 8.2 7.3 6.2 5.0

390.2518 3/4 HP S.W. Jet 1-1/4" 1" 40 10.9 10.4 8.6 7.5

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CONTENTS INTRODUCTION
Safety .............................................................................................. 2 We suggest you take a few minutes to read the instructions con-
Warranty/Introduction ................................................................... 3 tained in this manual before installing and using your pump. This
Pump Performance ........................................................................ 3 will help you obtain the full benefits of the quality and convenience

Major Components ...................................................................... 3"_ built into this equipment. It will also help you avoid any needless
service expense resulting from causes beyond our control which
Piping ............................................................................................. 4
naturally cannot be covered in our warranty.
Electrical ...................................................................................... 5_
Installation ...................................................................................... 7
Operation ....................................................................................... 7
Maintenance ................................................................................ 8-9
Helpful Hints .................................................................................. 9
Repair Parts ............................................................................. 10-11
Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................ 12

Dell

RULES FOR SAFE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION

1. Read the Owners Manual and Rules for Safe Operation and 5. Always test the well water for purity before using. Check with
Installation Instructions carefially. Failure to follow these Rules local health department for testing procedure.
and Instructions cotfld cause serious bodily injury, and!or prop- 6. Before installing or servicing your pump, BE CERTAIN pump
erry damage. power source is disconnected.
2. Check your local electrical wiring codes before installation, ff 7. Be sure your pump electrical circuit is properly grounded.
your local codes are not followed, your pump will not work to
8. Complete pump and piping system MUST be protected against
its full rated capacity. If in doubt, contact your local Power below freezing temperature. Failure to do so could cause severe
Company.
damage and voids the Warrant3,.
3. Be certain your pump installation meets all local plumbing, 9. Make sure the line voltage and frequency of the electrical circnit
pump and well codes.
supply agree with the motor wiring. If motor is dual voltage
4. While installing the pump, always keep the well covered to pre_ type, BE SURE it is wired correctly for your power supply.
vent leaves and foreign matter from falling into the well and con- 10. The correct fusing and wiring sizing is essential to proper motor
taminating the water and/or causing possible serious damage to operation. Recommended fusing and wire size data is in the
the mechanical operation of the pump. manual.
 MAJOR COMPONENTS / PIPING

MAJOR COMPONENTS Horizontal Piping from Well to Pump

AND WHAT THEY DO On well point installations where the horizontal piping is more
than 25 feet, a check valve should be installed (Figure 3).
NOTICE: Use Teflon tape supplied with the pump for making all
threaded connections to the pump. When the pump is offset more than 25 feet from the well, hori-
zontal piping should be increased in size to reduce friction losses.
Impeller and Jet
Never use offset piping that is smaller than the suction tapping of
Impeller turns with motor shaft, causing water to fly out from its the pump.
rim by centrifugal force. Impeller rotation creates a vacuum which
pulls in more water. Part of the water is diverted back to the jet Horizontal Offset Piping Sizes - Shallow Well Jets
where it passes through the nozzle and venturi. This creates more
vacuum to draw in more water. 1-114" 1-1/2" 2"
In shallow wells (less than 20 feet deep), the vacuum created at the Up to 25 ft. 25 to 50 ft. 50 to 200 ft.
pump is enough to pull water to the pump. Therefore, the jet as-
sembly is built into the pump.
Air Volume Control Discharge Pipe Sizes
The air volume control (AVC) maintains the cushion of air in When the pump is some distance from the house or point of water
Standard tanks. use, the discharge pipe size should be increased to reduce pressure
losses.
Pressure Switch

The pressure switch provides automatic control. 1" 1-1/4" 1-112"

MODEL NO. PUMP STARTS AT PUMP STOPS AT Upto 25 ft. 25 to 100 ft. 100 to 600 ft.

390.2514 40 PSI 60 PSI

390.2518 40 PSI 60 PSI

Tank
The tank serves two functions. It provides a reservoir of water,
WellSeal
some of which can be drawn through the house fixture before the 1-1/4"
Pipe ._VaVak,
e
pump must start. It maintains a cushion of air under pressure. Plastic Pipe NOTE: Chec_
PlasticC_CvheC k
vabe u_e_ i_ hc_
Two types of tanks are available. Captive _ and Standard. No air zomel _pmg =s25

volume control is needed with Captive Air* Tanks.

PIPING IN THE WELL Steel

Drive
Plastic Pipe
A shallow well jet pump can be installed on a dug well, drilled well F Pipe
or a driven point. SEARS shallow well jet pumps have a built-in 5'To 10'
check valve. In a dug or cased well, a foot valve and strainer should Pumping Level Foot Valve
be installed for easy priming. It should be 5 to 10 feet below the L and Strainer
h. or more.
lowest level to which the water will drop while pump is operating Ddve
(pumping level) (Figure 1). -- Coupling
The strainer should not be too close to the bottom, or sediment
_=J_ Well Point
may clog it. Before installing foot valve, check to see that it works
freely.
DUG OR CASED WELL
When using a foot valve, a priming tee and plug must he included
(Figure 2).
Be sure the vertical distance (lift) from the priming level to pump DRIVEN POINT
is not over 20 feet, if the pump is over well This will be less if
pump is offset from the well. Both figures are for sea level. The Figure I Figure 3
maximum lift of any pump decreases with the elevation above sea
level. This decrease is at the rate of 1 foot per 1000 feet of eleva-
tion. For example, the lift is 17 feet and your elevation is 3000 feet
above sea level. You would then be pumI:Cmg 17 plus 3, or 20 feet.
This is still satisfactory for shallow well pumping.
EMERGENCY POWER
In some areas and with some installations, an emergency power
supply to guard against power failure is a good idea. If you install
an engine-generator set for emergency backup power for your
pump, supply the generator set manufacturer with the nameplate
data from the pump motor. He will then be able to provide a gen-
erator of the correct size to power your pump. Klso, be sure to add Figure 2
the load from any other accessories (such as lights) that may be on
the same circuit.
 ELECTRICAL

Disconnect power before working on pump, motor, pressure switch, or wiring.

Motor Switch Settings

If the motor can operate at either 115 or 230 volts, it is set at the
Dial Type Voltage Selector
factory to 230 volts. Do not change motor voltage setting if line
voltage is 230 volts, or if you have a single voltage motor.
Power Supply Connections
NOTICE: Never wire a 115 volt motor to a 230 volt line.

Remove Motor End Cover

PressureSwitch

Ground Wire Connection

Figure 5 - Voltage Set To 230 Volts, Dial Type

To change to I 15 volts:
1. Make sure power is off.
Figure 4 - Removing Motor End Cover
2. Tuna the dial counter-clockwise until 115 shows in the diai
window.

You will need to remove the motor end cover to change the volt- 3. Reinstall the Motor end cover
age setting. The illustration above also shows the pressure
4. Go to Wiring Connections, Page 6.
switch. If the power supply connection still needs to be made,
the pressure switch cover will need to be removed. I AWARNING JHazardous voltage. Can shock, burn, or kilL
Your motor terminal board (located under the motor end cover) Connect ground wire before connecting power supply
should look like the one at right. wires. Use the wire size (including the ground wire) speci-
fied in the wiring chart. If possible, connect the pump to a sep-
arate branch circuit with no other appliances on it.

_ Explosion hazard. Do not ground to a gas sup

ply line.
 ELECTRICAL

WIRING CONNECTIONS Connection Procedure:

[_.WARNING_ Fire hazard. Incorrect voltage can cause a fire or 1. Connect the ground wire first as shown in Figure 9. The ground
wire must be a solid copper wire at least as large as the power
seriously damage the motor and voids the warranty. The supply
supply wires.
voltage must be within ± 10% of the motor nameplate voltage.
2. There must be a solid metal connection between the pressure
NOTICE: Dual-voltage motors are factory wired for 230 volts. If nec-
switch and the motor for motor grounding protection. If the
essary, reconnect the motor for 115 volts, as shown. Do not alter
pressure switch is not connected to the motor, connect the
the wiring in single voltage motors.
green ground screw in the switch to the green ground screw
Install, ground, wire, and maintain your pump in compliance with
under the motor end cover. Use a solid copper wire at least as
the National Electrical Code (NEC) or the Canadian Electrical Code
large as the power supply wires.
(CEC), as applicable, and with all local codes and ordinances that
apply. Consult your local building inspector for code information. 3. Connect the ground wire to a grounded lead in a service panel,
to a metal underground water pipe, to a metal well casing at
least ten feet (3M) long, or to a ground electrode provided by
Motor wires connect here. the power company or the hydro authority.
-Power supply wires connect here. 4. Connect the power supply wires to the pressure switch as
230 Volt: Connect 2 hotwires (black and red) shown in Figure 6.
here and cap the white (neutral) wire. it does
not matter which wire goes to which screw. 5. Reinstall the pressure switch cover.
115 Volt: Connect one hot wire (black or red)
to one of these screws (it doesn't matter
which one). Connec_the white (neutral) wire
to the other screw. Cap any remaining
• black or red wires.

prevent strain
on the terminal screws.

- Connect the green (or bare copper) ground wire

to the green ground screw. 3187 0398

FIGURE 6 - Pressure switch wiring

TABLE II - RECOMMENDED FUSING AND WIRING DATA

Distance in Feet From Motor to Meter
Branch 0to 51 to 101 to 201 to
Motor Max. Load Delayed Fuse 50 100 200 300
Pump Model Horsepower Volts Amperes Rating Amps Wire Size
390.2514 1/2 115/230 10.5/5.2 15/15 14/14 14/14 10/14 8/14
390.2518 3/4 115/230 12.4/6.2 20/15 12/14 12/14 10/14 8/14
 INSTALLATION / OPERATION

INSTALLATION The installation, operation, and care of your Hydroglass ®Pump is

very similar to cast iron pumps. We ask, however, that you keep
SEARS jet pumps should be used with Captive Air* Tanks (See the following points in mind.
Figure 7).
NOTICE: Use Teflon tape supplied with the pump for making aU
TO,_ICE threaded connections to the pump.
I_IMINGpLU8

PRESSURE
DO NOT USE PIPE JOINT COMPOUND.
$WITGH BUILT-IN
( VALVE 1. Wrap 1-1/2 to 2 turns of Teflon tape to all male pipe threads
__. 1-114"
being attached to the pump. This will insure leakproof connec-
pLASTIC pIp_ tions. Do not overtighten threaded fittings in the plastic pump.
pLASTIC FtPE
ADAPTER*
If leaks do occur, remove the fitting, replace the Teflon tape,
and rewrap with 1-1/2 to 2 turns of Teflon tape and remake the
PUMPTOTANK SIDE VIEW connection.

2. Independently suppo_ all piping connected to the Hydroglass ®

;ApTNE Pump.
AIF_ TANK

OPERATION
Priming the Pump

Figure 7 l_k CAUTION_ NEVER run pump dry. Running pump without
water may overheat unit, damaging seals and possibly burning per-
For mounting pump to tank, purchase tank fittings Kit No. 2788. sons handling pump.
SEARS Captive Ai_ Tanks are pre_.harged at the factory. Check the tank
m

LA WARNING_ NEVER run pump against closed discharge. To

Owners Manual to find if air charge needs adjustmem. Model 390.2514
and Model 390.2518 require 40 pounds for proper operation. do so can boil water inside pump, causing hazardous pressure in
unit and possibly scalding persons handling pump.
The jet pump can also be mounted on standard horizontal tanks. A
mounting kit with art AVC is furnished with tank. (Figure 8). 1. Remove priming plug. Fill pump with water. Replace priming
Instructions are aIso included. plug. If a priming tee and plug have been instailed for a long hor-
izontal run, be sure this line is filled and the plug replaced.
TO SERVICE _ (Figure 2, Page 4).
PRIMING PLUG _ SHALLOW WELL JET

pRESSURE / / .BUILT.IN CHEC K 2. Start the pump. Water will be pumped in a few minutes; the
time depending upon the depth to water and length of hori-
zontal run. If pump does not prime, check for a possible leak in
the suction line. Reprime. Check to be sure snction lift - dis-
tance from pumping water level to pump - does not exceed 20
feet. See "Piping in the Well" on Page 4.

I I STANDARD PRESSURE TANK I_ x /," TUBING VIEW

\l _ _ J/".VOLU_CO_ROL
"Not _tudsd with
ta_k fltt_as kit.

Figure 8

END VIEW

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Figure 9
 SERVICE

MAINTAINING YOUR PUMP B. Loosen two screws and remove motor canopy.
C. if motor has capacitor, partially unscrew capacitor clamp and
Lubrication
move capacitor to one side.
i 1
It is not necessary to lubricate the pump or its motor. The motor
! _ikWARNINQ ] Risk of electrical shock. Do not touch ca-
bearings are lubricated for life. The mechanical shaft seal in the
pump is water lubricated and self-adjusting. pacitor terminals with body" or any metal object.
D. Hold motor shaft with a 7/16" wrench on the shaft flats.
Draining for Winter
E. Turn impeller counterclockwise when facing it.
When the pump is to be disconnected from service, or is in dan-
ger of freezing, it must be drained. The pump has a dmincock 3. Remove pump back half from motor by unscrewing four (4)
which must be opened. Remove the priming plug to vent the nuts. Pry back half off motor by inserting two (2) screwdrivers
pump. Drain the pressure tank. Drain all piping to a point below between the back pump haft and the motor flange. This will
the freezing hne. force rotating portion of seal off shafx. See Figure 10.

To drain an air volume control (AVC), remove the tubing Turn the
AVC upside down. This will permit any water to drain into tank.
Disassembly and Assembly of Pump
The Hydroglass ®Pump is designed for ease in servicing and main-
tenance.
1. Disassemble pump as follows:
A Disconnect power.
B. Open faucet to relieve pressure.
C. Drain pump by opening draincock. Remove pressure switch
mWmg from fitting on top of pump.
D. Remove damp, Key No. 10, Page 11.
E. Remove pump base mounting bolts. Motor assembly and
back half assembly of pump can be pulled away from front
haft.
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F. Remove O-Rings.
Figure I0
2. Reassembly of pump.
A. Clean O-Rings and O-Ring grooves. 4. Place back half of pump on flat surface and tap out ceramic seat.
B. Lubricate O-Rings with petroleum jelly, and place in grooves. See Figure 11.
C. Slide pump halves together.
D. Clean inside of clamp. Place clamp around pump halves.
Alternately tighten clamp screw and tap clamp around out-
side with plastic mallet. This will insure proper seating of
O-Ring and clamp.
E. Assemble base mounting bolts. Connect pressure switch tub-
ing and close draincock.
F. Prime pump and turn on power.

REMOVING MOTOR FOR SERVICE AND

REPLACING SHAFT SEAL
flit is necessary to remove motor, always replace the shaft seal. We
suggest you purchase this item, U109-6A, and have it on hand for
future use.
NOTICE: The seal consists of two parts, a rotating member and a
ceramic seat. The surfaces of the seal are easily damaged. Read in-
structions carefully.
Remove motor as follows:
1. Disassemble pump per instructions above.
2. Remove diffuser and impeller as follows (Key Nos. 7 and 8, 5. Clean seal cavity.
Page 11). 6. Install new seal.
A. Remove screws holding diffuser. A. Clean polished surface of ceramic seat with clean cloth.
B. Wet outer edge of O-Ring with detergent solution.

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 SERVICE

C. With finger pressure press seat firmly and squarely into cav- K. Remount diffuser on seal plate.
ity. See Figure 12A. Polished face of seat faces inside of pump. Cleaning Impeller
If seat will not locate properly, place cardboard washer over
polished face and use piece of 3/4" standard pipe for press- 1. FoRow steps 1A through 1E trader "Disassembly and Assembly
hag purposes. See Figure 12B. of Pump" on Page 8.
2. Remove diffuser and impeller from pump per instructions under
"Removing Motor for Service and Replacing Shaft Seal" on
Page g.
3. Clean impeller and reassemble impeller and diffiaser per in-
structions under "Removing Motor for Service and Replacing
shaft Seal" on pages 8 and 9.
Cleaning Shallow Well Jet
To remove debris from venturi or nozzle, proceed as follows:
1. Disassemble pump per instructions on Page g.
2. Turn venturi counterclockwise and remove it. The nozzle is
now exposed. Remove it using a 5/8" hex socket wrench with
extension. Turn counterclockwise. If socket wrench is not avali-
able, insert an ice pick or similar pointed tool careflflly into the
nozzle. This will dislodge debris.
3. Flush out the debris by running water through the nozzle in the
same direction as the dislodging tool was inserted.
4. Reinstall nozzle and venturi. Do not overtighten!
5. Reassemble pump per instructions on Page 8.

HELPFUL HINTS
How to Handle a Gaseous Well

In some areas well water contains gases which must be al/owed to

escape before the water is used. This can be done as shown in
Figure 14.
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Figure 12B

D. Dispose of cardboard washer and clean surface of seat.

E. Clean motor shaft.
F. Reassemble back half of pump to motor.
G. Apply detergent solution to inside diameter of rotating seal
member.
H. Slide rotating member on shaft until rubber drive ring hits
shaft shoulder. NOTICE: BE SURE you do not chip or scratch
seal face on shaft shoulder or seal will leak!
I. Screw impelier on shaft (clockwise) while holding shaft with Not
7/16" open end wrench on shaft flats. This will automaticaliy to
locate seal hi place. See Figure 13. Scale

Figure 14

A good way of delivering gas-free water is to suspend a pipe, closed

at the bottom and open at the top, surrounding the suction pipe.
Since the gases rise in the well casing, the water sucked down
through the pipe and into the suction pipe is free of gas. This type
of well must be vented to the outside of any enclosure.
Air Control in Flowing Wells
Flowing wells, or wells with little or no drawdown, could create a
special problem ha air control in the operation of your water system.
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In such cases, install a Captive Air® Tank. It does not require any
air control.
Figure 13

J. Reposition capacitor and replace motor canopy.

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 REPAIR PARTS

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 REPAIR PARTS

1/2 HP 3/4 HP
Key Model Model Part
No. 390,2514 390.2518 Description

J218-953C Motor- 1/2 HP - 115/230V - 60 Cycle

1"* J218-954C Motor- 3/4 HP - 115/230V - 60 Cycle
2 17351-0009 17351-0009 Water Slinger
3* Reducer Bushing - 1/2" x 1/8" NPT
3A WC78-41T WC78-41T Pipe Plug - 1/8" NPT
4 L176-47P L176-47P Tank Body (Back Half)
5 U9-399 U9-399 O-Ring - (Sq. Cut) Tank Body - 9-1/2" x 9" x 1/4"
6 U109-6A U109-6A Shaft Seal
7 J 105-40PE J105-42PT Impeller
8 J1-39P J1-39P Diffuser
9 U30-542SS U30-542SS Screw #8 - 32 x 7/8" (5 Required)
U43-21SS #8 - Star Washer (5 Required)
10 C19-54SS C19-54SS Clamp - Tank Body
11 U9-201 U9-201 O-Ring - Venturi - 1-3/8" x 1-1/8" x 1/8"
12 N32P-66 N32P-66E Venturi
13 N34P-19 N34P-17 Nozzle
14 N76-29P N76-29P Insert
15 J20-18 J20-18 Gasket
16 N176-28PB N176-28PC Tank Body Assembly - Front Half
Includes Key No. 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20 and 23
17 U37-673P U37-673P Switch Tube
18 U111-212T U111-212T 90 ° Hose Barb
19 U9-226 U9-226 O-Ring - Check Valve - 2-1/4" x 2" x 1/8"
20 N166-5P N166-5P Check Valve
21" Pipe Plug - 1/8" NPT (2 Required)
22 U212-68T U212-68T Draincock- 1/4" NPT
23 U30-742SS U30-742SS Screw - #10 - 16 x 1-1/8" (4 Required)
24 C4-42P C4-42P Base
25* Nut - 5/16" - 18 Hex Head (4 Required)
25A* Washer - 5/16" (4 Required)
26 C35-11 C35-11 Motor Pad
27 2782 2782 Pressure Switch
28* Locknut - 1/2"
29 L43-5C L43-5C Connector

*Standard hardware item. May be purchased locally.

**For repair or service to motors, always give the motor model number.
• Not illustrated.

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 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDIES

Motor will not run. 1. Disconnect switch is off. 1. Be sure switch is on.
2. Fuse is blown. 2. Replace fuse.
3. Starting switch is defective. 3. Replace starting switch.
4. Wires at motor are loose, 4. Refer to instroctions on wiring.
disconnected, or wired incorrectly. Check and tighten all wiring.
5. Pressure switch contacts are dirty. 5. Clean by sliding piece of plain paper between contacts.
Motor runs hot and 1. Motor is wired incorrectly. 1. Refer to instructions on wiring.
overload kicks off. 2. Voltage is too low. 2. Check with power company. Install heavier wiring
if wire size is too small. See wiring instructions.
3. Pump cycles too frequently. 3. See section below on too frequent cycling.
Motor runs but no 1. Pump in a new installation did 1. In new installation:
water is delivered. not pick up prime through:
a. Improper priming. a. Re-prime according to instructions.
b. Air leaks. b. Check all connections on suction line, air volume
control, and jet.
c. Leaking foot valve. c. Replace foot valve.
2. Pump has lost its prime through: 2. In installation already in use:
a. Air leaks. a. Check all connections on suction line, air volume
control, jet and shaft seal.
b. Water level below suction of pump. b. Lower suction line into water and re-prime. If receding
water level in a shallow well operation exceeds
suction lift, a deep well pump is needed.
3. Jet or impeller is plugged. 3. Clean jet or impeller according to instructions.
4. Check valve or foot valve is stuck 4. Replace check valve or foot valve.
in closed position.
5. Pipes are frozen. 5. Thaw pipes, Bury pipes below frost line. Heat pit or
pump house.
6. Foot valve and/or strainer are 6. Raise foot valve and/or strainer above well bottom.
buried in sand or mud.

Pump does not 1. Water level in well is lower than 1. A deep well jet pump may- be needed
deliver water to full estimated. (over 20 ft. to water).
capacity (also check 2. Steel piping (if used) is corroded or 2. Replace with plastic pipe where possible, otherwise with
point 3 immediately limed, causing excess friction. new steel pipe.
above). 3. Offset piping is too small in size. 3. Use larger offset piping.
Pump pumps water 1. Pressure switch is out of adjustment 1. Adjust or replace pressure switch.
but does not shut off. or contacts are "frozen".
2. Faucets have been left open. 2. Close faucets.
3. Jet or impeller is clogged. 3. Clean jet or impeller.
4. Water level in well is lower than 4. Check for possibility of using a deep well jet pump.
estimated.
5. Motor is wired incorrectly. 5. Refer to instructions on wiring.
Pump cycles too 1. Standard pressure tank is water- 1. Drain tank to air volume control tapping. Check air
frequently. logged and has no air cushion. volume control for defects. Check for air leaks at any
connection.
2. Pipes leak. 2. Check connections.
3. Faucets or valves are open. 3. Close faucets or valves.
4. Foot valve leaks. 4. Replace foot valve.
5. Pressure switch is out of adjustment. 5. Adjust or replace pressure switch.
6. Air charge too low in Captive 6. Disconnect electrical power and open faucets until all
Tank. Model 390.2514 pressure is relieved. Using automobile tire pressure gauge,
and Model 390.2518 require check air pressure in tank at the valve stem located at top
40 pounds for proper operation. of tank. If air pressure is lower, pump air into tank from
outside source, until proper air pressure is reached.
Check air valve for leaks, using soapy solution, and
replace core if necessary.
Air spurts from 1. Pump is picking up prime. 1. As soon as pump picks up prime, all air will be ejected.
faucets. 2. Leak in suction side of pump. 2. Check suction piping.
3. Well is gaseous. 3. Change installation as described in manual.
4. Intermittent over-pumping of well. 4. Lower foot valve if possible, otherwise restrict discharge
side of pump.
Leaks at the metal 1. Loose clamps or O-Ring 1. Release all system pressure before working on clamp.
damps. not sealed. 2. Check that clamp is tight.
3. Tap around clamp with hammer on a wooden block.
AWARNING] Retighten clamp screw.
Release all pressure in system 4. Check O-Ring for proper seating and/or dirt on
before working on clamp. O-Ring or seat.

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JET PUMP

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MODEL NO. Call 7 am - 7 pro, 7 days a week
1-800-366-PART
390.2514 (1-800-366-7278)

390.2518
ForIn-homemajor brandrepair service
Call 24 hours a day,7 daysa week
1-800-4-REPAIR
(1-800-473-7247)

Forthe locationof a
The model number of gears RepairService Centerin yourarea
your Shallow Well Jet Call24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Pump will be found on the 1-800-488-1222

pump body.

When requesting service For informationon purchasinga Sears

MaintenanceAgreementor to inquire
or ordering parts, always aboutan existingAgreement
give the following call g am- 5 pro, Monday-Saturday
information: 1-800-827-6655
• Product Type
• Model Number
• Part Number
SEARS
• Part Description Arnetica's Repair Speciahsts

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.