MYERS ME3F Series Installation, Operation & Parts Manual

1101 Myers Parkway, Ashland, OH 44805
Phone: 1-419-289-6898
Fax: 1-419-289-6658
Web Site: http://www.myerspump.com
Submersible Sump /
Effluent Pump
INSTALLATION, OPERATION, & PARTS MANUAL

SAFETY INFORMATION

Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this
manual or on pump.
This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this
symbol on your pump or in this manual, look for one of the
following signal words and be alert to the potential for
personal injury!
warns about hazards that will cause serious
personal injury, death or major property damage if ignored.
warns about hazards that can cause serious
personal injury, death or major property damage if ignored.
warns about hazards that will or can cause
minor personal injury or property damage if ignored.
The word NOTICE indicates special instructions which are
important but not related to hazards.
1. Read these rules and instructions carefully. Failure to
follow them could cause serious bodily injury and/or
property damage.
2. Check your local codes before installing. You must
comply with their rules.
3. Vent sewage or septic tank according to local codes.
4. Do not install pump in any location classified as
hazardous by National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 80-
1984 or the Canadian Electrical Code.
Hazardous voltage. Can shock,
burn, or kill. During operation the pump is in water.
To avoid fatal shocks, proceed as follows if pump needs
servicing:
Do not smoke or use devices that can generate sparks in a
septic (gaseous) environment.
5A. Disconnect power to outlet box before unplugging pump.
5B. Take extreme care when changing fuses. Do not stand
in water or put your finger in the fuse socket.
5C. Do not modify the cord and plug. When using the cord
and plug, plug into a grounded outlet only. When wiring
to a system control, connect the pump ground lead to
the system ground.
6. Be sure that construction and access to septic sumps
conform with all OSHA requirements.
7. Do not run the pump dry. Dry running can overheat the
pump, (causing burns to anyone handling it) and will
void the warranty.
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ME3F, ME3H Series
8. The pump normally runs hot. To avoid burns when
servicing pump, allow it to cool for 20 minutes after
shutdown before handling it.
9. The pump is permanently lubricated. No oiling or
greasing is required in normal operation. for overhaul,
see instructions under "Service".
When used in effluent dosing or S.T.E.P. applications, the
pump must be installed in a separate tank or compartment at
the discharge side of the septic tank.
NOTE: Never install the pump in the main tank where sludge
collects. Do not use the pump for raw sewage.
Myers has available for engineers (on request) complete
computer software for designing Pressure Sewage Systems.
This will give pipe sizes to use and gives the exact flow from
any pump or group of pumps in the system when they are
operating simultaneously. For IBM and IBM compatible
computers.
DESCRIPTION
This submersible / effluent pump is designed for effluent
dosing, Septic Tank Effluent Pumping (S.T.E.P.) and wastewater
removal, sump drainage, dewatering and flood control. Units
have built in thermal overload protection with automatic reset.
The mechanical seal and sleeve bearings on the motor shaft
are permanently lubricated. Stainless steel hardware and a
heavy duty lift out handle allow for easy disassembly after
extended use.
NOTICE: This unit is not designed for applications involving salt
water or brine! Use with salt water or brine will void warranty.

SPECIFICATIONS

Power Supply ..................See Table 1, "Motor Specifications"
Maximum Liquid Temperature............................120° F (49°C)
Discharge Adapter..................................................1-1/2" NPT
Maximum Solids Handling .................................................3/4"
Motor Type ...........................................................Shaded Pole
RPM .................................................................................1550
Motor Insulation ...........................................................Class A
Overload Protection ..................Internal with Automatic Reset
Bearings............................................................Double Sleeve
Starting Switch Required.................................................None
Control Panel Required ...................................................None
NOTE: This pump is not approved for, and should not be
used in, swimming pools or fountains.
23833A305 (5/19/08)