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Minimum Flow Rate
Lowest acceptable flow rate for specific pump model needed to prevent recirculation, overheating, and other mechanical issues.
Typically specified in pump curve database entry as checkpoint during performance evaluation.
During calculations, the software displays a warning message if the pump operates below its specified minimum flow rate.
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