In order for the hydraulic pump installed in a constant flow system to maintain adequate flow, the pump suction should _________.

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be arranged to develop a maximum vacuum of approximately 10" of mercury

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be arranged to develop the theoretically maximum attainable vacuum

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be provided with three to five 1/2 inch holes in the vertical, suction line to prevent pump starvation should the strainer become fouled

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be taken directly off the reservoir bottom without regard to filters or strainers

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