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MQ 3-45

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Grundfos MQ 3-45 — Domestic freshwater on-demand pressure boosting.

Specifications

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Power1 HP / 0.75 kW
Max Inlet Pressure45 psi
Max Head91.9 feet
Inspection

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Common issues

  • Diaphragm tank pre-charge loss causing the pump to short-cycle
  • Pressure sensor or electronic control fault causing erratic on/off behaviour
  • Motor overheating from a dry-run condition
  • Mechanical seal leakage
  • Cavitation or reduced output from an inadequate or restricted suction supply

Inspection checklist

  • Check cycling frequency - excessive on/off switching usually indicates lost tank pre-charge
  • Check discharge pressure against the set point
  • Check for leaks at the seal and pipe fittings
  • Test dry-run protection function
  • Check the control board/display for any fault indication
  • Check suction supply pressure and strainer condition

Service intervals

Diaphragm tank pre-charge checkannually
Strainer cleaningregularly, per company PMS
Seal/cartridge inspectionper the maker - this pump series is largely a sealed cartridge design with limited field-serviceable parts, so most work beyond the tank and sensor is replacement rather than overhaul

Critical spares

  • Complete pump cartridge/motor unit (this series is largely a sealed replaceable cartridge rather than a field-rebuildable pump)
  • Pressure sensor
  • Non-return valve
  • Diaphragm tank (pre-charged type)

Safety

  • Electrical unit installed near water - ensure correct earthing and RCD/GFCI protection on the supply circuit
  • Pressurized potable water system - depressurize before opening any fitting
  • Must not be allowed to run dry for an extended period - this can damage the seal and overheat the motor

Class survey

Domestic freshwater systems are generally a low class-survey priority; where checked, it is usually for potable water system hygiene and cross-connection prevention rather than as classified machinery. Typical wear-limit figures have been left out here since this is a sealed cartridge-type unit without generic field-measurable clearances.

Estimated lifetime: Small domestic booster pumps of this type typically give several years of intermittent duty; the manufacturer does not commonly publish a running-hour rating for this series, so condition- or failure-based replacement is more realistic than a fixed hours figure

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