SUBMERSIBLE SEWAGE PUMP

MODEL NO: SWP900A

PART NO: 7230096

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Submersible Sewage Pump.

This pump is designed for pumping dirty water only, that is water containing solids in suspension. It is NOT designed for pumping slurry, sludge, mud or heavily polluted water, or any water containing chemicals or other acidic contaminants including salt water.

This pump has the ability to pump solids in suspension as large as 31mm.

GUARANTEE

This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be required as proof of purchase.

This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was intended.

Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can be returned to us without prior permission.

This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.

ENVIRONMENTAL RECYCLING POLICY

Through purchase of this product, the customer is taking on the obligation to deal with the WEEE in accordance with the WEEE regulations in relation to the treatment, recycling & recovery and environmentally sound disposal of the WEEE.

In effect, this means that this product must not be disposed of with general household waste. It must be disposed of according to the laws governing

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) at a recognised disposal facility.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL

1. Read all instructions before use and save these instructions for future use.

2. An approved residual current device (RCD) which has a tripping current of less then 30mA

MUST be used for all operations.

3. The electrical supply must be the same as that on the rating plate.

4. Always make sure that your hands are dry when connecting or disconnecting from the mains supply.

5. Never pull the mains lead to disconnect the pump from the mains socket.

6. The mains plug must be kept away from the water at all times.

7. Do not allow children or unauthorised people to touch the pump, cables or connections.

8. Disconnect the pump from the mains supply when not in use.

9. If necessary have the pump repaired by a qualified person.

10. Keep the mains lead away from heat, oil and sharp edges.

11. If you have to use an extension lead with this product, it must be designed for outdoor use and incorporate a cable suitable for use with Class I appliances.

12. Disconnect the pump from the electrical supply and wear gloves during servicing or maintenance.

PUMP SPECIFIC

1. Do not pump explosive / flammable liquids or chemicals.

2. Never allow the pump to run dry or operate out of the water.

3. Submersible pumps should always be submerged and stored vertically.

4. Disconnect the pump from the mains supply before placing it into or removing it from the water.

5. Always check the plug, mains cable and float switch cable for damage before use.

6. Do not use the pump if damaged. Refer to qualified service personnel for repair.

7. Never carry the pump by the power cable or float switch always use the handle or a rope tied securely to the handle.

8. Never insert your fingers into the pump whilst it is connected to the mains.

9. Never use the submersible pump in a swimming pool when there are people or animals in the pool.

10. Keep the pump clear of any sediment by standing it on a platform or brick or suspending it at a suitable depth.

11. Do not use the pump if the water is liable to freeze, as this can cause damage to the pump.

Remove the pump from the water and store it in a frost free location.

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PART IDENTIFICATION

1 FLOAT SWITCH

2 WATER INLET

3 PLUG AND CABLE

4 HANDLE

5 CABLE CLAMP

6 WATER OUTLET

Remove all packaging and make sure that the unit contains no visible damage. Dispose of all packaging appropriatly.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

WARNING: READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

THOROUGHLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE PRODUCT TO THE MAINS

SUPPLY.

Connect the mains lead to a standard, 230 Volt (50Hz) electrical supply through an approved 13 amp BS 1363 plug, or a suitably fused isolator switch.

If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or because of damage, it must be removed and a replacement fitted, following the wiring instructions shown below. The old plug must be discarded safely, as insertion into a power socket could cause an electrical hazard .

WARNING: THE WIRES IN THE POWER CABLE OF THIS PRODUCT ARE

COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE:

BLUE = NEUTRAL BROWN = LIVE YELLOW AND GREEN = EARTH

If the colours of the wires in the power cable do not agree with the markings on the plug.

• The BLUE wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked N or coloured black.

• The BROWN wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked L or coloured red.

Plug must be BS1363/A approved.

Earth

(Green and

Yellow)

Neutral

(Blue)

Always fit a 13 Amp fuse.

Live

(Brown)

Ensure that the outer sheath of the cable is firmly held by the clamp

• The YELLOW AND

GREEN wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked E or or coloured green.

AN APPROVED RESIDUAL CURRENT DEVICE (RCD) WHICH HAS A TRIPPING

CURRENT OF LESS THAN 30MA MUST BE USED.

If you are not sure, consult a qualified electrician. DO NOT try to do any repairs.

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USING THE PUMP

WARNING: CHECK THE PUMP FOR DAMAGE BEFORE USE, DO NOT USE THE

PUMP IF IT IS DAMAGED IN ANY WAY.

1. Connect a suitable hose (not supplied) to the pump outlet.

• Suitable hoses are available from your local Clarke dealer.

2. Place the pump on a flat surface in the area that you want to drain.

• If there is sediment in the operating area, the pump should be placed vertically on house bricks, or similar.

• Ensure the pump is positioned with adequate space so that the movement of the float switch is not restricted - recommended minimum area of 50 x 50cm.

• ALWAYS raise and lower the pump using a rope attached to the lifting handle.

• Take all necessary precautions as described on page 3.

• The pump inlet must be fully submerged before the pump is switched on.

3. Connect the mains plug to a high sensitivity residual current device (RCD) which has a tripping current of less then 30mA.

4. Switch the mains power supply on.

• The pump will begin to drain water.

• As the water level falls, so will the float switch, until it stops the pump.

• You can adjust the position at which the float switch lead clips to the side of the pump, If the length of the float switch lead is short the pump will turn on and off earlier.

5. When the pumping is finished, disconnect the pump from the mains power supply.

CAUTION: DO NOT ALLOW THE PUMP TO RUN DRY

OVERLOAD SWITCH

These pumps are fitted with a thermal overload switch. If the pump overheats for any reason, it will automatically switch the pump OFF. Once the pump has cooled (at least 5-10 minutes), the pump will automatically restart

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MAINTENANCE

WARNING: BEFORE CHECKING THE CONDITION OF THE PUMP, ENSURE IT

IS UNPLUGGED FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY. IF THE UNIT IS HARD WIRED,

ENSURE THE CIRCUIT BREAKER IS OPEN.

This pump should require no maintenance other than regular cleaning.

If the pump starts to show signs of wear or damage, contact your CLARKE dealer for advice.

CLEANING

1. Check the pump installation regularly to ensure the base inlet is clear of leaves or other debris.

2. Take extra care to remove any debris from around the impeller.

NOTE: Do not attempt to repair the pump yourself, as you may damage the waterproof seal and invalidate your guarantee. Repairs must be carried out by your CLARKE dealer, or contact the CLARKE Service

Department, on 020 8988 7400.

STORAGE

When the pump is not being used for extended periods, clean and dry it thoroughly and store in indoors. if the pump is left in water, it must be run at least once a week to prevent it from seizing up.

SPECIFICATIONS

Voltage

Outlet Thread Diameter

Power

Min - Max Head Height

Maximum Depth

Maximum Flow

Maximum Water Temperature

Maximum Particle Size

Weight

Cable Length

Dimensions (D x W x H)

230V~50Hz

1 ½“ BSP

1100W

2.2 m - 9 m

2 m

350 L/min

40 o

C

31 mm

9.5 kg

10 m

164 x 190 x 415 mm

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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

PUMP WILL

NOT START

PUMP WILL

START BUT NOT

PUMP

PUMP WILL

NOT STOP

PUMP STOPS

RUNNING

SOLUTION

1. Make sure that the power is switched on.

2. Check fuse (consult an electrician if in doubt).

3. If extension lead is fitted, check connections (consult an electrician if in doubt).

4. Internal thermal cut-out has not re-set. Leave for 5-10 minutes and try again.

5. The impeller may be jammed. Disconnect from the mains supply and remove any objects that may be obstructing the impeller.

6. Float switch may be jammed against side wall, or prevented from moving.

7. Water level too low - float switch in OFF position - lift float to check switch.

8. If the pump still fails to start, consult your CLARKE dealer for advice.

1. Check that the inlet is not blocked.

2. Check that the discharge tube is not clogged or obstructed.

3. The head may be too great, i.e. you are trying to lift the water too great a distance for the pump to cope with.

(“Specifications” on page 7).

4. Air bubble in the pump, produced during immersion.

Immerse the pump again, at an angle, and shake it whilst lowering to remove any air trapped in the system.

5. Impeller may be damaged - Consult your CLARKE dealer.

1. Float switch may be prevented from moving to the fully down position.

2. Float switch may be faulty. Consult your CLARKE dealer for advice.

1. Thermal overload has operated. Leave for 5-10 minutes and try again.

2. Pump has run dry, or float switch has cut in.

3. A foreign object has jammed the impeller.

If this does not solve your problem, please contact the Clarke service department.

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

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PARTS LIST & DIAGRAM

3

4

1

2

Bolt 13 Washer

Washer 14 Spring Washer

25

26

Capacitor

Capacitor Box Cover

Footing 15 Screw 27 O

7

8

5

6

Casing Cover

O Ring

16

17

Mechanical screw

O Ring

28

29

Upper Motor Cover

Gland Cover

Screw 18 Rotor 30 O

O Ring 19 Motor Frame 31 Screw

Casing 20 Bearing 32 Screw

9 Motor Gland Cover

10 Screw

21

22

Lower Bearing Bracket

Impeller Key

33

34

O Ring

Power Cable

11 Sediment Control

Cover

12 Impeller

23 Upper Bearing Bracket 35 Stator

24 Capacitor Box

To order and spare parts shown above, quote the following:

ZGSWP900A + the number of the part

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ACCESSORIES

Layflat Hoses Assorted Hose Clip Set - CHT672

• Available in 100 metre coils or per meter.

• Available in 1” - 3” Diameter.

• 26 piece assorted hose clip set in various sizes, Including. 8 x16mm,

6 x 22mm, 4 x 25mm, 2 x 28mm,

2 x 35mm & 4 x 40mm clips.

• Zinc plated for corrosion resistance.

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