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Fuel Pump FAQs
Should the pump ever turn off?
The pump will always stay running as long as power is supplied.
Can fuel be pulled through the pump when the pump is off?
Yes, providing that you choose a part number that does not have an internal positive shut off valve.
How should the Facet® universal pumps be mounted?
The fuel pump should be mounted with the outlet above the inlet. This will help with eliminating vapor lock issues. Never located the pump so the outlet is below the inlet. Horizontal mounting will not affect fuel delivery performance.
Where is the part number located?
You can find the Facet® part number located on Solid State and GOLD-FLO® fuel pumps stamped on the mounting bracket, with two or three numbers on each side of the bolt hole. This number usually starts with a 40. The POSI-FLO® and DURA-LIFT® fuel Pumps have the full part number dot-peened on the black housing.
How many amps does the Facet® fuel pump require to operate properly?
All Facet® low pressure fuel pumps 12v or 24v require 5 Amps source to perform correctly. The DC average is 1.4 amps.
What size fuse should I use to install the Facet® fuel pump?
We recommend you install a 3AMP fuse to every installation.
Can I mount the pump in my car's engine compartment?
We recommend that you mount the fuel pump no more that 12 inches from the fuel supply (gas tank). All our Electronic fuel pumps will push fuel rather than pull fuel. Some pumps only have a suction limit of 12 inches, therefore you should mount as close as possible to the tank
Operating Temperature Range for Low Pressure Pumps?
Our pumps are designed to operate in ambient temperatures of -40F to 180F.
How much fuel should be in the Duralift filter bowl during normal operation?
Due to the differential pressure between the interior area of the filter and the exterior area (between filter OD and bowl) and the sealing qualities of the upper filter gasket, you may observe a difference in the height of the fluid in the bowl of our pump. In addition, any other variable that affects the differential pressure will also affect fluid height, i.e. partially clogged filters. The more the differential pressure the lower the level in the bowl.
In any case, the fluid height cannot be higher than the pick-up, and the pick-up of the pump is 1/2 lower than the top of the filter and bowl. In a worse case scenario, the fluid is always traveling through the filter for proper filtration.
Where is the part number on the Facet fuel pumps?
What is the function of the internal check valve?
What is the function of the internal positive shutoff valve?
Can fuel be pulled through the Facet fuel pump?
Which Facet fuel pumps are recommended for Marine applications?
What Facet fuel pumps are UL Listed?
Are Facet fuel pumps Reach and RoHs compliant?
Are there any Facet fuel pumps rated for positive ground applications?
What fuels are Facet fuel pumps rated for?
All Facet low pressure fuel pump models are compatible with gasoline, diesel, biodiesel, E85, blended alcohol and fuel additives.
Are Facet fuel pumps a diaphragm pump?
How high can the Facet DURA-LIFT fuel pump lift fuel?
Do Facet fuel pumps need to be primed?
What voltages do Facet fuel pumps come in?
Can Facet fuel pumps be used in a diesel application?
What is the internal fuel filter micron rating for the GOLD-FLO pump?
What is the fuel filter rating for the DURA-LIFT fuel pump?
Does Facet make a priming pump for Tier 4 electronic fuel injection engines?
When did Facet start manufacturing electronic fuel pumps?
How should the Facet fuel pump be mounted?
Are Facet fuel pumps better for pulling or pushing fuel?
What size wire is recommended for installing the Facet fuel pumps?
Can Facet fuel pumps be mounted in a positive ground system?
Does Facet make a 6 volt fuel pump?
Can the DURA-LIFT fuel filter separate water from diesel fuel?
Why doesn’t the filter bowl fill completely up on the DURA-LIFT fuel pump?
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Motor Components, LLC.
2243 Corning Road
Elmira, NY 14903
