Question: How do I prime a 700HTP-2 hydraulic pump?
Answer: 700HTP-2 Hydraulic Pump Priming and Tips
Here are some tips for using the 700HTP pumps:
1) Be sure to use only distilled water or mineral oil as listed in the instruction sheet below
2) Please check for leaks and proper priming of the pump.
3) Please watch the videos on priming the pump:
Note: When initially pumping pressure, there will be a settling time due to temperature generated from the pressure. Allow 5 minutes for the system to settle after pumping to the high pressure. Then continue pumping to the desired pressure. Here are some general guidelines:
Description Settling Time Pressure Max Leak Rate per minute
700HTP-2 Pump 3 minutes min. 10k psi > 50.00 psi
1 minute min. 50 psi > 5.0 psi