2-Way Faucet/Hand Pump
6143, 6144
Mounting Instructions
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Form Number 69238 Rev. B 03-11
FEATURES:
The Attwood 2-Way Faucet/Hand Pump is an efficient, low cost
water pump designed to satisfy the needs of the boatman or
recreational vehicle owner for an attractive and functional source
for dispensing of fresh water.
The pump pumps water from the boat’s own water supply tank
or as an ordinary faucet where pressure comes from a city water
supply. The knob serves to control the flow of water or as a hand
operated up and down motion pump.
Included are 3/8" ID fitting and compression fitting for 1/2" stan-
dard plumbing fitting and nut.
CAUTION:
To prevent personal injury always disconnect power
source before servicing or installing this product.
To prevent personal injury and water damage, shut off all
water to pump before servicing.
CAUTION:
Do not use synthetic rubber sealant (Silicone, RTV, etc.) or
any sealant which smells like vinegar to seal the pump or
its fittings. Use of these materials may cause the pump to
crack. It is best to use plumbers teflon tape where
required.
TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED:
1. Drill (3/8" or larger).
2. 3/16" diameter drill bit.
3. 1-3/8" diameter hole.
4. Channel lock pliers.
5. Hose clamp (optional).
6. Template for cutting hole.
7. #8 panhead screws (optional).
8. 1/8" diameter drill bit (for optional screw mounting).
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pumps, and other marine accessories are specified more than any
other brand by America’s best-known boat manufacturers as original
equipment. Look to Attwood for quality replacement parts and add-on
marine accessories.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Select a suitable location for hand pump, keeping in mind
that there must be at least a 2-1/2" clearance from front to
back and 5" from the bottom inlet to the counter top. The
mounting hole dimensions and (optional) screw layout are
shown in Figure 1.
2. Using template provided in Figure 1, drill a 3/16" diameter
hole. Next, using a hole saw, cut a 1-3/8" diameter hole.
3. Make certain the faucet knob is fully
down and turned clockwise until finger
tight. This will insure that the shaft nut
will stay in place within the threaded
section of the faucet. NOTE: If the shaft
nut falls out, insert it back into the faucet
with the word “UP” (which appears on
nut) in first.
4. Remove the bottom threaded cap,
flapper check valve and disk. Set aside.
Remove the large nut. Slide the faucet,
with gasket in place, into the 1-3/8"
hole while guiding the locator pin into
its 3/16" hole.
5. Reinstall the large retaining nut and
tighten it by hand, then 1/4 turn more.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
6. Reinstall disk, flapper check valve and
bottom threaded cap. Hint: Use a drop of cooking oil to hold
the disk in the center of the flapper check valve. Tighten the
bottom cap by hand.
7. Secure water connection using either 3/8" ID tubing
(securing with hose clamp) or female pipe connection.
8. To install this pump it is necessary that, if city water
hook-up is provided, a check tee check valve, such as the
Attwood 6115-1 or 6115A1 be installed to prevent city water
overflow through the entire system and to prevent back flow
into the supply tank. (See Figure 2)
NOTE: When connecting to city water pressure it is recommend-
ed that a 30-40 PSI pressure reducing valve be installed.
(See Figure 2)
FAUCET
GASKET
SHAFT
NUT
RETAINING
NUT
DISK
FLAPPER
VALVE
CAP
1-3/8" Dia. threaded
barrel installation hole
1/8" Dia. - 3 screw holes
(Optional)
3/16" Dia. locator pin hole
FIGURE 1
TOP VIEW
TOWARDS
SINK
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
When connected to city water pressure, turn knob on faucet to
start/stop water flow. When shutting off water be careful not to
overtighten.
To use faucet as a hand pump completely unscrew the knob,
then operate by pumping up and down to draw fresh water
from supply tank. When finished, push knob down until bottom
of stroke is reached. Turn knob clockwise until tight, once
again being careful not to overtighten.
TROUBLE SHOOTING:
PROBLEM CAUSE
Water will not turn on 1. line is plugged
2. line is broken
3. no water in supply tank
4. lower seal worn out
5. lower seal improperly installed
6. flapper valve is defective
7. disk improperly installed
Water will not shut off 1. flapper valve is defective
2. flapper valve is held open by
an obstruction
3. flapper valve missing
Pump will not maintain 1. flapper valve defective
a prime 2. flapper valve missing
Pump leaking at top 1. seal is worn out
2. seal is improperly installed
Pump leaking at water 1. hose clamp missing
connection 2. hose clamp loose
3. pipe connection loose
Flapper valve needs 1. disk missing
frequent replacement
MAINTENANCE:
Faucet should be drained during the winter months when not
in use.
Drain storage tank through water connection hose. If hose is
inaccessible then tank should be pumped and a non-toxic
antifreeze added and circulated according to its manufacturers
instructions.
Clean faucet using a non-abrasive household cleaner, mild
soap, or detergent.
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FIGURE 2
ATTWOOD 6143
2-WAY FAUCET
30-40 PSI
PRESSURE
LIMITING
VALVE
CITY WATER
CONNECTION
CHECK TEE
VALVE
WATER SUPPLY TANK
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