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Question posted by plumbri on November 25th, 2014

Can Drain Hose Be Extended 40' To New Stand Pipe Location?

If I were to extend current rubber drain hose some 40 feet to different drain stand pipe, will the pump be damaged or unable to drain machine properly? No new rise or head pressure only horizontal total length.

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Answer #1: Posted by TommyKervz on December 12th, 2014 3:03 AM
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yes you can here are some instructions for extending the draind horse


Hope that is helpful.
Kervz at www.satechhelp.co.za

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Use and Care Guide - Page 9

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Use and Care Guide - Page 11

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Use and Care Guide - Page 13

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Service Manual - Page 5

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Service Manual - Page 7

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Service Manual - Page 9

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Service Manual - Page 16

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Service Manual - Page 22

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Service Manual - Page 62

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Service Manual - Page 63

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Service Manual - Page 89

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Service Manual - Page 97

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Service Manual - Page 100

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Service Manual - Page 109

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Service Manual - Page 131

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Service Manual - Page 134

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