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knife, scissors, wire brush, cleaner/solvent, rags { Flush or more For best seal, cut a wedge into the end of the gasket Cover seam with parting line gasket Clean this region with wire brush and

1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR STEP 1 Wrap Gasket Around Threads US Patent #8,127,838; 8,342,237; 8,365,817 pollutioncontrolcorp.com For colder climates, antifreeze can be added to prevent freezing of fluid Tools required: ratchet with 9/16 socket, 9/16 wrench, channel locks, Phillips #3 screw driver, 3/32 Allen wrench, knife, scissors, wire brush, cleaner/solvent, rags { Flush or more For best seal, cut a wedge into the end of the gasket Cover seam with parting line gasket Clean this region with wire brush and solvent. Wrap gasket around threads until the gasket is flush or more than the stuffing box base. STEP 2 Attach Stabilizer LEVEL Correct Incorrect Attach stabilizer tightly to the top of the pumping tee. Make sure that the stabilizer is LEVEL with the wellhead.

2 STEP 3 Check Crush Rib Placement INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR For colder climates, antifreeze can be added to prevent freezing of fluid. US Patent #8,127,838; 8,342,237; 8,365,817 pollutioncontrolcorp.com The crush ribs are the seal point of the trapper Place half of Trapper on stabilizer bar Crush ribs This is the region where the gasket will be wrapped in the next step. The best seal is created when the crush ribs are within this region.

3 STEP 4 Wrap Belt Gasket Three Times INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR For colder climates, antifreeze can be added to prevent freezing of fluid. 12 US Patent #8,127,838; 8,342,237; 8,365,817 pollutioncontrolcorp.com 9 3 To make the best seal, cut a wedge into the end of the gasket End here Start here Begin wrapping gasket at the 5 o clock position Wrap three times and end wrapping at 7 o clock position Cover seam with parting line gaskets

4 STEP 5 Install Trapper Tub INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR For colder climates, antifreeze can be added to prevent freezing of fluid. US Patent #8,127,838; 8,342,237; 8,365,817 pollutioncontrolcorp.com Close trapper around stuffing box Fasten quick buckle on Trapper Insert and tighten 3/8 bolts and washers

5 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR US Patent #8,127,838; 8,342,237; 8,365,817 For colder climates, antifreeze can be added to prevent freezing of fluid. pollutioncontrolcorp.com STEP 6 Level Tub and Install Remaining Bolts LEVEL Make sure Trapper tub is level LEVEL Insert and tighten 3/8 bolts and washers

reversed on opposite side of lid) STEP 9

Centering Lid Locking tabs Bring lid down

6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR US Patent #8,127,838; 8,342,237; 8,365,817 For colder climates, antifreeze can be added to prevent freezing of fluid. pollutioncontrolcorp.com STEP 7 Attach Handles STEP 8 Attach Lid 1 Place lid half on tub. 2 Place 2nd half on tub with overlap Open lid pieces Bottom Top Overlap top and bottom labels correctly (Labels are reversed on opposite side of lid) STEP 9 Turn Lid to Lock STEP 10 Lock Self Centering Lid Locking tabs Bring lid down over base holes. Turn lid clockwise to lock in place. Push lid together around polish rod so tabs lock. (lid shown as gray for illustration)

freezing of fluid. pollutioncontrolcorp.

Turn counterclockwise and lift (lid shown as gray for illustration)

Lid fits all size polish rods and liners.

turn counterclockwise first, then clockwise when installing the kill

Configuration 1: Drain Valve Configuration 2: Trapper Container Drain

Optional kill (float) switch Wires must exit down Hand tight is

7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR US Patent #8,127,838; 8,342,237; 8,365,817 For colder climates, antifreeze can be added to prevent freezing of fluid. pollutioncontrolcorp.com Removing Lid Pull up on two top tabs and slide lid apart. Turn counterclockwise and lift (lid shown as gray for illustration) Grease zerk and grease gun shown Lid sizes available. Lid fits all size polish rods and liners. STEP 11 The Trapper has Two Configurations To prevent cross threading, turn counterclockwise first, then clockwise when installing the kill (float) switch and hose barbs. Configuration 1: Drain Valve Configuration 2: Trapper Container Drain valve 1 ½ hose and clamps available at supply store 40 Gallon Container Optional kill (float) switch Wires must exit down Hand tight is sufficient to make a leak proof connection in the poly tub. Do not over tighten drain assembly. Hose barb The kill (float) switch must be installed by a licensed / certified electrician in accordance with local codes. * Disclaimer- It is the operator s responsibility to ensure that kill (float) switch specifications are met & regular testing is performed.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR US Patent #8,127,838; 8,342,237; 8,365,817 For colder climates, antifreeze can be added to prevent freezing of fluid. pollutioncontrolcorp.

Test regularly. Internal red button should be open to run and depressed to kill pump jack.

red button is depressed to kill pump jack Oil raises float, prevents oil spill CAUTION Kill (float) switch is a sensitive instrument. Do not bend or force shaft.

8 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR US Patent #8,127,838; 8,342,237; 8,365,817 For colder climates, antifreeze can be added to prevent freezing of fluid. pollutioncontrolcorp.com STEP 12 Kill (float) Switch Installation - details for certified electrician CAUTION Kill (float) switch is a sensitive instrument. Do not bend or force shaft. Test regularly. Internal red button should be open to run and depressed to kill pump jack. Float position is adjusted with 3/32 Allen wrench Correct float and wiring hole positions Wiring hole must face down Internal red button is open to run pump jack Internal red button is depressed to kill pump jack Oil raises float, prevents oil spill CAUTION Kill (float) switch is a sensitive instrument. Do not bend or force shaft. Test regularly. The kill (float) switch must be installed by a licensed / certified electrician in accordance with local codes. * Disclaimer- It is the operator s responsibility to ensure that kill (float) switch specifications are met & regular testing is performed.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR For high temperature wells STEP 1 Clean Stuffing Box F8 & F8H Tools required: ratchet with 9/16 socket, 9/16 wrench, 3/32 Allen wrench, wire brush, cleaner/solvent, rags. DUAL PACK Dual Pack Stuffing Box