Maintenance; Typical Installation - PUMPWORKS PW-SP Serie Manual Del Usuario

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION: Always unplug the pump power cord, in addition to removing the fuse or shutting off the
circuit breaker, before working on the pump or switch .
This unit is permanently lubricated . Oiling is not required . Do not, in any case, open the sealed portion of
the unit or remove housing screws .
NOTICE: Inspect and test the sump system condition and operation every 3 months (more
frequently in heavy-use applications) .
1 . Check the power cords and electrical outlet for damage or corrosion .
a . The power cord on these units cannot be replaced . In case of damage, the whole unit
must be replaced .
2 . Remove all debris (gravel, sand, floating debris, etc . ) from the sump basin .
3 . Review the sump system components for any build-up (minerals, etc . ) that would inhibit
functionality of the components .
a . If significant, remove build-up or replace affected components .
4 . Confirm that all flexible coupling hose clamps are fully engaged with plumbing and fully tightened .
5 . Test operation of the sump system following the instructions outlined in the Sump System
Operation Testing section of this manual .

TYPICAL INSTALLATION

GAS-TIGHT BASIN 14" DIA. X 18" DEEP MINIMUM
3/16" AIR BLEED HOLE IN DISCHARGE PIPE
PLACE PUMP ON HARD, LEVEL SURFACE. NEVER PLACE
DIRECTLY ON CLAY, EARTH, OR GRAVEL SURFACE
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CLEANING IMPELLER AND VOLUTE
Periodic cleaning of the pump parts will prolong the LIFE and EFFICIENCY of the pump .
1 . Remove the screws that hold base to the volute and the volute to the motor housing .
2 . Remove the volute and clean the impeller and the volute passage . Do not use strong solvents
on the impeller .
3 . Be sure the impeller turns freely after cleaning .
WARNING: Do not remove the impeller . Removal of the impeller requires special tools and
is to be done only by an authorized service center .
Do not remove the motor housing cover . Warranty is void if the motor housing cover, impeller or
seals have been removed .
Any repair on the motor must be done by an authorized Pump Works service center .
SEPARATE PROTECTED AND GROUNDED
SERVICE OUTLET, 4' FROM FLOOR MINIMUM
PUMP POWER CORD
GATE VALVE
CHECK VALVE
DISCHARGE PIPE NO SMALLER
THAN PUMP OUTLET
2" OR 3" VENT PIPE
BASIN COVER
TETHER LENGTH: 3-1/2"
14.5" (368 mm) ON LEVEL
5.5" (140 mm) OFF LEVEL