The Walrus HQ series, TQ series, and TQI series are all-in-one units consisting of pump, motor, pressure tank, and electronic controller. These quality booster pumps from Walrus Pumps, Inc. offer durability and value in one great pump.
HQ Series Electronic Control Pumps
FEATURES:
- The HQ series pumps comes complete with pump, motor, pressure tank, and electronic controller all in one unit. The electronic controller ensures the pump starts automatically when water is consumed, providing constant pressure, and operates continuously until water is no longer required and is turned off. It will also protect the pump when it is in faulty conditions.
- Constructed from corrosion resistant stainless steel and glass filled noryl materials. Impellers are constructed of stainless steel for greater durability.
- Operates quietly in a compact housing.
- Built-in indicator lights located on the top panel will display the pump's working condition and diagnosis
- The 1HP models (HQ800 and HQ800H) provide two different head designs:
- HQ800 - Standard head is ideal for boosting city water so that PRV (Pressure Reducing Valve) is no longer required
- HQ800H - The higher head design is ideal for tank systems that require higher booster pressure
- Suitable for use in gravity flow storage tanks, well systems, home additions, and other low water pressure applications.
- The built-in protection functions will automatically shut off and reset the pump in case of:
- Dry run
- Rapid cycling
- Excessive temperature
- Dead head
- These pumps offer the newly designed cast aluminum motor for higher efficiency and lower amperage draw
APPLICATIONS:
The HQ series pumps are designed for water supply pressure boosting in residential, commercial and light industrial applications where low or inadequate water pressure exists. It is suitable for boosting pressure from underground or surface water supplies.
SUITABLE LIQUIDS:
Potable water or other clean, thin and non-corrosive liquids.
OPERATING CONDITIONS:
- Indoor use only
- Ambient temperature: Max. +104°F
- Liquid temperature: +39°F ~ +104°F
- Relative humidity: Max. 85% (RH)
- System pressure: not to exceed MAXIMUM 120 PSI
NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
To ensure the pump you've chosen is compatible with your water source, please specify where your water comes from: Well OR Municipal Water System
TQ Series 60 Hz Electronic Control Pumps
FEATURES:
- The TQ comes complete with pump, motor, pressure tank, and electronic controller all in one unit. The electronic controller ensures the pump starts automatically when water is utilized, providing constant pressure, and operates continuously until water is no longer required and is turned off.
- Constructed from corrosion resistant stainless steel and glass filled noryl materials.
- Operates quietly in a compact housing.
- Suitable for use in gravity flow storage tanks, well systems, home additions, and other low water pressure applications.
- The TQ pumps have an automatic shut off if they run dry for 2 minutes. The pump will shut off for ten minutes and then attempt to restart. If three attempts are made and all three attempts fail again, due to dry run, the pump will rest for one hour and then attempt to restart. This protection sequence will continue until the water supply is back to normal.
- The motor has a built-in thermal overload to protect against high operating temperatures and over current. (Single phase motor)
- These TQ pumps have an anti-cycling feature to help prevent the pump from continuous starting and stopping if you have a dripping faucet or minor leak in your system.
- The TQ pumps are able to pump water from depths of 25 feet or less. However, on installations with suction lifts higher than 3 feet a good quality foot valve must be installed and the piping filled with water.
- View Dimensions for the TQ1500, TQ2200, and TQ3700
APPLICATIONS:
The TQ series pumps are designed for water supply pressure boosting in residential, commercial and light industrial applications where low or inadequate water pressure exists. It is suitable for boosting pressure from underground or surface water supplies.
SUITABLE LIQUIDS:
Potable water or other clean, thin and non-aggressive liquids.
OPERATING CONDITIONS:
- Indoor use only
- Ambient temperature: Max. +104°F
- Liquid temperature: +39°F ~ +104°F
- Relative humidity: Max. 85% (RH)
- System pressure: not to exceed MAXIMUM 120 PSI (inlet supply pressure + maximum discharge pressure = system pressure)
- The incoming water pressure must be lower than the factory start pressure setting for these pumps to function correctly. If your incoming water pressure is higher than the factory start pressure setting then choose a larger pump that has a factory start pressure setting higher than your incoming water pressure.
- The internal flow switch will turn the pump on when it detects water flow of 0.75 GPM or greater
NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
To ensure the pump you've chosen is compatible with your water source, please specify where your water comes from: Well OR Municipal Water System
Replacement Parts
for TQ Series Pumps
TQI Series Electronic Control Pumps
FEATURES:
- Compact space saving design
- Easy to read and operate control panel display
- Pump starts and stops automatically according to water demand
- Water pressure is kept constant at preset pressure even as usage is reduced
- Adjustable preset pressure but only adjust if incoming water source pressure is higher than preset
- The TQI pumps have an automatic shut off if they run dry for 2 minutes. The pump will shut off for ten minutes and then attempt to restart. If three attempts are made and all three attempts fail again, due to dry run, the pump will rest for one hour and then attempt to restart. This protection sequence will continue until the water supply is back to normal.
- The motor has a built-in thermal overload to protect against high operating temperatures and over current. (Single phase motor)
- These TQ pumps have an anti-cycling feature to help prevent the pump from continuous starting and stopping if you have a dripping faucet or minor leak in your system.
- Same pumps as the TQ Series but include the inverter (variable frequency drive module/control panel)
APPLICATIONS:
The TQI series pumps are designed for boosting water pressure in residential, commercial and light industrial applications when water demand is high but inadequate water pressure exists. They will maintain a constant water pressure in spite of fluctuating water use. The pressure sensor signals the inverter (control panel), which in turn sends a signal to the pump, to change the speed of the pump as needed to keep your water pressure constant and water flow consistent.
SUITABLE LIQUIDS:
Potable water or other clean, thin and non-aggressive liquids.
OPERATING CONDITIONS:
- Indoor use - provide adequate drainage in case of leakage
- Outdoor use - cover with weather proof housing and make sure well ventilated to disperse motor heat
- Maximum ambient temperature: 104°F.
- Liquid working temperature range: +39° F to 104°F
- Maximum relative humidity (RH): 85%,
- Pressure sensor: 4 to 20 milliamps, 2 wire output signal
- The internal flow switch will turn the pump on when it detects water flow of 0.75 GPM or greater
NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
To ensure the pump you've chosen is compatible with your water source, please specify where your water comes from: Well OR Municipal Water System
PERFORMANCE SPECS FOR WALRUS BOOSTER PUMPS
TQ Series Pump Curve Chart
TQI Series Pump Curve Chart
City Water Supply Pressure Reducing Requirements
If your incoming water pressure is greater than 50 psi, (or 45 psi if using the TQ3700) then a pressure reducing valve must be installed on the suction side (inlet side) of the pump, even if you already have a pressure reducing valve provided by your local water utility. Many city water utilities use pressure reducing valves which are typically set for 80 or 90 psi, but this high of a pressure combined with the discharge pressure the pump creates will damage the pump because it will exceed the maximum 120 psi system pressure.
The chart below shows what pressure the pressure reducing valve should be set according to which pump you have.
Local Code Limits
For Home Pressure |
Pressure Reducing Valve Setting (psi) |
| TQ200 |
TQ400 |
TQ800 |
TQ1500 |
TQ2200 |
TQ3700 |
| 90 psi or higher |
50 |
50 |
25 |
30 |
30 |
20 |
| 80 psi |
45 |
40 |
15 |
20 |
20 |
10 |
| TQ200 |
50 |
45 |
| TQ400 |
50 |
40 |
| TQ800 |
25 |
15 |
| TQ1500 |
30 |
20 |
| TQ2200 |
30 |
20 |
| TQ3700 |
20 |
10 |
Suction Lift Performance Tables
(with foot valve and pump suction pipe filled with water)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. "How are the TQ pumps activated?"
A. The TQ pumps have a built-in pressure switch and internal flow switch. Either one of these will activate the pump depending on water consumption. The pump will start when the pressure is BELOW the pressure switch activation point, or the water flow rate is greater than 0.7 GPM. The preset pressure switch activation point for each model is provided in the pump specifications chart listed under "Factory Start Pressure Setting (PSI)." The incoming water pressure must be lower than the preset activation point; otherwise the pump will not start.
Q. "Are the TQ Series pumps self-priming?"
A. No. The TQ and TQI Series pumps must be primed before operation. The TQ pumps have a built-in check valve, that will allow the pump to then pump water from depths of 25 feet or less without the worry of priming the pump each time as long as a foot valve is installed at the suction inlet. However, the pump must always be checked for prime if not used for a prolonged period of time. It is imperative to fill the pump with water before operation as dry running causes irreparable damage to the mechanical seal.
Q. "Can the 'start pressure setting' be adjusted?"
A. The TQ Series pumps are supplied with a factory preset pressure switch and are not designed to be field adjusted. However, the TQI Series pumps are also factory preset but can be field adjusted to higher inlet pressures only if the water source pressure is higher than 43 psi and is lower than the pressure value you set. If the preset pump value is set lower than the water source pressure, the pump will not turn on.
Q. "What is the purpose of the built-in pressure tank?"
A. It is designed to help keep the motor from repeatedly cycling on and off due to small flow demand or a minor leak in your water system. The built-in pressure tank holds a certain amount of water and if there is a minor leak in the piping system the water will slowly leave the pressure tank. This will steadily reduce the pressure until it falls below the pressure switch activation point (Factory Start Pressure Setting) and turns the pump on to bring the pressure back up. Pumps last longer by having longer running times and fewer cycles. The built-in pressure tank will usually be sufficient for a minor leak. But if the leak is causing the pump to cycle on and off too frequently then the leak should be fixed.
If the pump is cycling on and off because of something being used in the system like a slow closing float valve or slow running faucet, or other condition, then an extra external pressure tank (typically 2-3 gallon) can be added to the discharge side of the pump which can decrease the on/off cycle rate of the pump and help extend the life of the pump.
Q. "How does the anti-cycling feature work to prevent the pump from continuously starting and stopping?"
A. The pump will run for 8 seconds and then stop for approximately 3 seconds. If this type of cycling repeats itself 15 times in a row then the pump will turn off and rest for 1 hour. After an hour it will again start and if the same type of repeat cycling occurs (15 times) it will again shut off and rest for 1 hour. This will continue until the problem is corrected. This automatic protection will occur if the pump is repeatedly cycling on and off caused by small flow rates (less than 0.3 GPM), an air pocket in the system, a leak in the pipeline, or an air loss in the pressure tank.
Q. "The HQ400 booster pump has 1" inlets and outlets. Will the pump work correctly if we transition the 1" inlet to a 3/4" inlet line?"
A. For the maximum performance of the pump, it's a rule of thumb to stick with the 1" inlet. However, we've seen applications where a 3/4" reduction has been used on the inlet side. For this to happen, you need to make sure the flow demand on your system is not up to the range where it's close to the maximum flow capacity of the pump, say about 20 gpm. The higher the flow demand, the more susceptible the pump will be to losing prime, since the flow demand could be greater than the amount of water feeding into the pump.
