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CONTENTS
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Prior to installation, read these installation
and operating instructions. Installation and
operation must comply with local regula-
tions and accepted codes of good prac-
tice.
1. General description
The SPO pump is available in two versions:
• pump with suction strainer for submerged installa-
tion and
• pump with base plate for dry installation.
The pump is available with or without float switch.
2. Applications
SPO pumps can be used in
• wells
• first collection tanks or reservoirs
• Roman wells
• streams
• domestic systems for distributing water and water-
ing.
The pump must not be used in or at swim-
ming pools, garden ponds, etc. when there
are persons in the water.
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2.1 Pumped liquids
The SPO pumps are designed for pumping thin,
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clean, non-aggressive and non-explosive liquids, not
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containing solid particles or fibres.
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3. Transportation and storage
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3.1 Transportation
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The pump should not be exposed to unnecessary im-
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pact and shocks.
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Note: Do not lower or lift the pump by means of the
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supply cable.
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3.2 Storage
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The pump must be stored indoors in a dry position.
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Note: Pumps with base plate must be drained before
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storage.
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4. Technical data
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See pump nameplate.
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Liquid temperature:
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0°C to +40°C.
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Installation depth:
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Maximum 20 metres below liquid level (pump with
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suction strainer).
Storage temperature:
-10°C to +40°C.
Operating pressure:
Maximum 10 bar (pump with base plate).
Enclosure class:
IP 68.
Sound pressure level:
The sound pressure level of the pump is lower than
the limiting values stated in the EC Council Directive
98/37/EC relating to machinery.
5. Installation
Before starting work on the pump/motor,
make sure that the electricity supply has
been switched off and that it cannot be ac-
cidentally switched on.
The pump must be installed in a frost-free location.
Note: The pump must not be installed hanging from
the supply cable.
The pump is not allowed to run against a closed dis-
charge valve.
Install the pipes so that the pump is not exposed to
mechanical stress.
Pump with base plate:
Install the pipes so that air locks are avoided, espe-
cially on the suction side of the pump, see fig. 1.
It is recommended to fit a non-return valve in the
suction pipe.
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