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INSTALLATION GUIDELINES MAINTENANCE TIPS

PUMP MOUNTING FILTRATION
SOLID SURFACES are required to lessen vibration and noise. A thin surface can amplify noise. Your choice of filtration products will depend on your RV Lifestyle. From part-time to full-time, from pop-up to Class A’s and
EASY ACCESS for strainer and pump maintenance is needed, as well as space around the pump to keep it cool. beyond, Shurflo water filters will meet your needs.
POSITIONING the pump horizontal is best, but most pumps can be mounted in any position. IN-LINE FILTERS are great for under-the-sink installation, separate single-tap faucets and ice makers. They are sized to meet
Pumps will push water better than pull, so mount the pump within 6 feet of the water tank for best performance. many flow and life requirements, and can even be used to filter the water coming in through the city water entry. Be sure to make
ANCHOR the pump snug, but don’t flatten the feet to keep vibration from transmitting to the system. clean tubing cuts, and handle tubing carefully to avoid scratches, kinks and damage.

INLET SIDE OF PUMP HOUSING & CARTRIDGE FILTERS combine the ease and convenience of a permanent installation with a variety of filter media
FLEX LINES help reduce normal vibration of the pump being transmitted through the system. The lines should be rated choices to meet your needs. If the housing is installed for “Full-House Filtration”, make sure the filters meet your needs. A high
to not collapse under pump vacuum. Collapsing inlet lines cause pump starvation, cavitation and noise. Route lines so flow of water through a filter reduces its’ ability to clean the water and can create significant back pressure on the pump, creating
they don’t kink. low system pressure and flow. Most filters are only designed to filter at a low flow rate.
STRAINERS with adequate screen size are required to keep debris out of the pump and minimize vacuum and circulation.
VALVES for tank shut-off or winterizing should be full-port style, or as open as possible to reduce vacuum and If you want to use REVERSE OSMOSIS, the standard RV pumps are not designed for the high pressures and continuous-duty
cavitation, which cause system noise. cycles that are needed. Contact Shurflo for help here. Do not use filters with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown
quality without adequate disinfection before or after the unit. Some state and local laws and regulations may pertain to the
PUMP FITTINGS on both inlet and outlet must seal on the internal taper of the threaded pump ports. For quick-connect installation of any plumbed in components. Check for compliance in your area. Do not install filters near a heat source. Do not
fittings, make sure the O-rings are lubricated and the fittings are pushed in straight. Minimize side-to-side stresses on allow filters to freeze. Do not expose filters to direct sunlight or Ultra Violet radiation (UV). Do not use filters beyond stated
all plumbing system fittings.
capacity. Do not attach filters to hot water lines. Do not over pressurize filters.
OUTLET SIDE OF PUMP
FLEX LINES should be anchored where the flex meets the hard tubing and throughout the coach. Make sure plumbing GENERAL SYSTEM CARE
does not rattle behind walls, showers and where it goes through walls and shelves. Valves should be full-flow with Road vibration can loosen system components. Check all plumbing components, fittings and connections regularly. If something
minimum back pressure. Check Valves on the water heater inlet keep hot water from pressurizing the cold water side of is loose, tighten it up. Don’t store things on top of plumbing system components.
the system. SANITIZING keeps your system clean. Make sure to follow your manufacturer and component manuals for recommendations and
sanitize your system. It’s easy to do and helps to extend component life. Many pump and valve failures can be attributed to scaling
ACCUMULATORS should be charged to the restart (On) pressure of the pump to provide the best system flow, low pump or other build-up that could easily be prevented with proper maintenance. Bypass or remove filters before sanitizing.
cycling and smooth performance. The Revolution™ High Flow series pumps do not require an accumulator.
WINTERIZING Don’t let plumbing system components freeze with water in them. Severe damage and flooding can result. Use
PUMP ELECTRICAL winterizing procedures recommended by the coach manufacturer or your local dealer. There are many good ways to winterize
WIRE SIZE is very important to keep proper voltage at the pump. See the chart for wire sizing. systems for freezing weather and long storage.
FUSING & SWITCHING are very important, as they allow shutting the pump off separately for service and providing an extra
layer of safety in case of problems.

CITY WATER WITH FILTER

12 VDC 15 AMP CIRCUIT TYPICAL PUMP INSTALLATION
Total Wire Length* Minimum Wire Size
12 V+
FEET (METERS) 3% Drop 10 % Drop
1-10 (.3-3) #12 #16
11-20 (3.3-6) #10 #14
21-30 (6.4-9.1) #8 #14
31-40 (9.1-12.2) #6 #12 Toggle
41-60 (12.2-18.3) #6 #10 Switch
Connector 14GA or Water
*Length from power source to motor and back to ground. Black (-) Fuse Heavier Wire Black Grey Heater
Red wire (+) positive. Black wire (–) negative.
Red Lead (+) Fresh

Flexible
Braided Hose
Solid Surface
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