Submersible Water

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 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

WE
SIP LTD
GELDERS HALL ROAD
SHEPSHED
LOUGHBOROUGH
LEICESTERSHIRE
LE12 9NH

Declare that the

Sub 2010 (no float switch) Submersible Water Pump SIP Pt No: 06811
Sub 2010FS Submersible Water Pump SIP Pt No: 06813
Sub 2011FS Submersible Water Pump SIP Pt No: 06815
Sub 2012FS Submersible Dirty Water Pump SIP Pt No: 06817
Sub 2020SS Submersible Dirty Water Pump SIP Pt No: 06819

Complies with the following EEC Directives:

2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive

2004/108/EC EMC Directive

And the relevant standards where applicable:

EN 55014-1:2000+A1+A2
EN 61000-3-3:1995+A1
EN 61000-3-2:2000+A1
EN 55014-2:1997+A1

Signed:

Joint Managing Director

Date: 25 January 2008

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 INSTALLATION / OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONTENTS

Float Retaining screw

switch slot Page No. Description
3 Contents
4 Safety Instructions
Once everything is set, simply turn the mains switch to the on position and the pump 5 Safety Symbols Used Throughout This Manual
will start to run. 5 Technical Specifications
MAINTENANCE 6 Getting To Know Your Water Pump

The pump is mainly maintenance free, you may need, from time to time to clear the 7 Guarantee
impellor of any unwanted waste / debris. Always ensure that the mains lead is re- 7 Specified Conditions Of Use
moved from the power supply before all maintenance operations.
8 Electrical Connection
Stainless steal version: 9 Installation / Operating Instructions

• Remove the 6 retaining screws from around the pump body. 10 Maintenance
• Split the pump and rinse with clean water to remove debris. 11 Declaration Of Conformity
• Rejoin the pump and fully secure with the 6 screws, take care that the seal is
seated correctly.

Plastic version:

• Remove the diffuser retaining screws.

• Remove the diffuser.
• Rinse with clean water to remove debris.
• Re-fit the diffuser and secure with the retaining screws.

Retaining screws

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 SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION / OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Warning: Read this manual carefully before installing the pump, failure to follow any
instructions may damage the pump. Warning: The water pump should be fitted with an RCD (residual current
device), or similar, to ensure the power is cut should any problems occur.
Carefully store this manual If problems arise, contact the help-line number on the
back of this manual, or, your distributor. When installing, please ensure your SIP submersible pump is disconnected from elec-
trical supply to prevent possible injury to people and / or damage due to un-wanted
Every submersible water pump is carefully tested and packed during its assembly, on start up.
receiving the pump, check that the pump has not been damaged during transporta-
tion. If the pump is damaged, immediately inform your distributor, and, do not put the • Fit the pipe over the outlet adaptor (see below).
pump into operation until the damage has been repaired or the item replaced. • Secure with the relevant pipe clip, or, similar.

• When installing, please ensure your SIP submersible pump is disconnected from
electrical supply to prevent possible injury to people and / or damage due to
un-wanted start up.
• Avoid inserting hands or other objects into the inlet of the pump whilst it is con-
nected to the mains.
• Use the handle provided to transport or lift the pump.
• Always check the pump regularly, and take it out of service if the water is likely
to freeze.
• When not in use, always ensure that the pump is fully drained of any water and • Lower the pump into the water, do not use the mains lead or float switch to
store it in a warm environment to protect it from frost damage. lower the pump beyond reach.
• Never allow the pump to run without water flowing through it. • Use rope or similar around the handle of the stainless steal version, or, through
• The pump should not be used where aquatic life is present such as in domestic, the submersing ring (D) for the plastic versions (see below).
or commercial ponds, or similar.
• Always rinse the pump with clean water and fully drain after each use.
• Never carry the water pump by the mains lead or pull it to remove the plug
Submersing ring
from the mains socket.
• Keep the mains lead away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
• If the mains lead is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its
service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid unwanted hazards.
• Never use flammable or corrosive liquids to clean the water pump.
• Never use the water pump to pump anything other than water, it should not be
used to pump flammable, corrosive or other potentially damaging or danger- If you need to shorten the length of the float switch in order to control the depth at
ous liquids. which it cuts the power to the pump:

• Stainless version: Loosen the retaining screw and slide the float switch to the de-
sired position. Re-tighten the screw to secure.
• Plastic version: Hook the float switch lead into the float switch slot (E) and slide
to the desired length.

See page 10 for images.

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 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION SAFETY SYMBOLS USED THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL
Connecting to the power supply:
Danger / Caution: Indicates risk of personal injury and / or the possibility
These SIP water pumps are fitted with a standard 230v ~ 13 amp type domestic plug. of damage.
Before using the pump, inspect the mains lead and plug to ensure that neither are
damaged. If any damage is visible have the pump inspected / repaired by a suitably
qualified person. If it is necessary to replace the plug a heavy duty impact resistant
Warning: Risk of electrical injury or damage!
plug would be preferable.

The wires for the plug are coloured in the following way:

Yellow / green Earth

Note: Supplementary information.
Blue Neutral
Brown Live

As the colours of the wires may not correspond with the markings in your plug, pro- CAUTION: The warnings and cautions mentioned in this user manual can
ceed as follows: The wire which is coloured blue, must be connected to the terminal not cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must
marked with N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown, must be con- be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are
nected to the terminal, which is marked L or coloured red. The wire which is coloured factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be applied.
yellow / green should be connected to the terminal which is coloured the same or
marked

Always secure the wires in the plug terminal carefully and tightly. Secure the cable in
the cord grip carefully. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Part number 06811 06813 06815 06817 06819

Warning: The water pump should be fitted with an RCD (residual current
device), or similar, to ensure the power is cut should any problems occur. Input voltage 230v ~ 50hz 230v ~ 50hz 230v ~ 50hz 230v ~ 50hz 230v ~ 50hz

Power 400 w 400 w 750 w 550 w 750 w

Warning: Never connect live or neutral wires to the earth terminal of the Max. pump head 8m 8m 9m 6m 8m
plug. Only fit an approved plug with the correct rated fuse. If in doubt Max. flow rate 150 l/min 150 l/min 233 l/min 200 l/min 233 l/min
consult a qualified electrician.
Max. particle Ø 5 mm 5 mm 5 mm 25 mm 35 mm
Note: Always make sure the mains supply is of the correct voltage and Outlet Ø 25 - 32mm 25 - 32mm 25 - 32mm 25 - 32mm 25 - 32mm
the correct fuse protection is used. In the event of replacing the fuse al-
ways use a fuse of the same value as the original. Float switch Y/N N Y Y Y Y

Mains lead length 10 m 10 m 10 m 10 m 10 m

Note: If an extension lead is required in order to reach the mains supply;
ensure that this too is rated for the correct voltage and fuse rating. The
cross section of the extension lead should be checked so that it is of suffi-
cient size so as to reduce the chances of voltage drops.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR WATER PUMP GUARANTEE
Guarantee:

This sip water pump is covered by a 12 month parts and labour warranty covering fail-
E ure due to manufacturers defects. This does not cover failure due to misuse or operat-
ing the pump outside the scope of this manual.

In the unlikely event of warranty claims, contact your distributor or the help line on the
back page of this manual.
F
D Note: Proof of purchase will be required before any warranty can be hon-
oured.
C

SPECIFIED CONDITIONS OF USE

B
This range of submersible water pumps can be used to drain rain water, domestic
waste water and to remove water from flooded rooms in emergency conditions.
The pump can be used to transfer clean or moderately dirty fluids (depending on the
model).

G These submersible pumps are designed to be used in the following applications:

A

Draining of cisterns, rainwater reservoirs, wells, ponds, swimming pools, storm drains,
flooded cellars, boats and yachts.

They are only for use with water and not chemicals or other substances that could
damage the internal seals etc.
H
The pump cannot be used for sea water or flammable, corrosive, explosive or dan-
gerous liquids.

They should not be used where aquatic life is present such as in domestic, or com-
Ref: Description Ref: Description mercial ponds, or similar.

A. Diffuser E. Float Switch Slot

B. Outlet Adaptor F. Mains Lead Caution: Use, other than that specified is not permitted.
C. Carrying Handle G. Float Switch
D. Submersing Ring H. Inlet

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