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OperatiOn and parts Manual MOdel cx400/px400 subMersible puMps Revision #1 (12/03/10) www.discount-equipment.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
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SeriouS inJurY. caution Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate inJurY. NOTICE Addresses practices not related to personal injury. page 4 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10)
No one other than the operator is to be in the working area when the equipment is in operation. do not use the equipment for any purpose other than its intended purposes or applications. cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 5...
To reduce the risk of electric shock, connect only to a circuit protected by a Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter do not attempt to thaw out a frozen pump by using (GFCI). page 6 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10)
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Recyclers and manufacturers alike promote the process of recycling metal. Using a metal recycling center promotes energy cost savings. cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 7...
3. control box - For unattended operation use CB3 Control box (Table 2). Table 2. control box Specifications ul/cSa thermal overload Float Switch Model voltage type listed Protection Capability 115 VAC, 60 Hz Single Phase cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 9...
This pump uses metric threads. do not use for short periods of time. English measurement threads. impeller - Abrasion resistance plastic minimizes wear and extends impeller life. cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 11...
4. Mechanical Seal – The hydraulic oil in the pump cavity is designed to provide cooling for the pump seal. This page 12 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10)
The CX400/PX400 submersible pumps can be configured to operate by direct power (Figure 4) or connected to a control box (Figure 10) utilizing float switches. When the pump is connected directly to a 1Ø, 115 VAC, 60 Hz power source, the pump will operate soon as power is applied.
22 in. 27 in. 31 in. 35 in. pumping range 15.24 cm. 25.4 cm. 35.56 cm. 45.72 cm. 55.88 cm. 68.58 cm. 78.74 cm. 88.9 cm. page 14 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10)
THE POSSIBILITY OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR ELECTROCUTION EXISTS, WHICH COULD CAUSE SEVERE BODILY HARM EVEN DEATH!. Figure 10. CB3 Control Box Dual Float Switch Application Diagram page 16 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10)
For unattended operation Multiquip recommends the use of the CB3 control box. cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 17...
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Make sure the control box is securely fastened to a flat surface, that is free of dust, dirt, moisture or any elements that may contaminate or erode the electronic components of the control box. page 18 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10)
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Figure 10, and Table 6. Table 6. 1Ø-115 vac power Connections Wire Color Contactor. BLACK WHITE GREEN GROUND cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 19...
5. Remove all power cables and float switches from the control box. Place cables and float switches in a suitable container where they will not get damaged. page 20 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10)
When adding oil Figure 19. Adding Lubrication Oil to the CX400 pump, pump must be turned upside down. cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 21...
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6. Reassemble in reverse order. 5. Replace o-ring, impeller washer and conical lock washer if necessary. 6. Reassemble in reverse order. page 22 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10)
STOP THE POSSIBILITY OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR ELECTROCUTION EXISTS, WHICH COULD FLOAT CAUSE SEVERE BODILY HARM EVEN DEATH!. SWITCH (LOW) Figure 23. CB3 Wiring Diagram cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 25...
Multiquip. Other entries will for sale through Multiquip. be clarifi ed in the “Remarks” Column. page 26 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10)
1 ...020PX400120 ..AC CORD WITH GLAND PX400 1....020PX400060 ..MECHANICAL SEAL PX400 NOTICE Part numbers on this Suggested Spare Parts list may supersede/replace the part numbers shown in the following parts lists. cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 27...
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