For a shallow-well jet pump, what is the first step?

For a shallow-well jet pump, what is the first step?

• A. Install the pump on the surface
• B. Attach the foot valve to the end of the pipe
• C. Prime the pump
• D. Install the discharge line

Answer: (B)

Attaching the foot valve to the end of the suction pipe is the first step because the valve acts as a check valve that keeps water in the suction line from flowing back into the well when the pump stops. This preserves a water column in the suction line, which is essential for priming a shallow-well jet pump. With the valve in place, you can lower the suction pipe into the well, connect the pump, install the discharge line, and then prime the system by filling the pump and suction line with water to remove air.

Attaching the foot valve to the end of the suction pipe is the first step because the valve acts as a check valve that keeps water in the suction line from flowing back into the well when the pump stops. This preserves a water column in the suction line, which is essential for priming a shallow-well jet pump. With the valve in place, you can lower the suction pipe into the well, connect the pump, install the discharge line, and then prime the system by filling the pump and suction line with water to remove air.