Original installation and operating instructions Read this document before installing the These installation and operating instructions product. Installation and operation must describe Grundfos Unilift KP 150, KP 250 and comply with local regulations and accepted KP 350. codes of good practice.
3. Installing the product 1.2 Notes The symbols and notes below may appear in CAUTION Grundfos installation and operating instructions, safety instructions and service instructions. Toxic material Minor or moderate personal injury - The product will be classified as Observe these instructions for explosion- contaminated if used for a liquid which proof products.
3.1.2 Minimum space for Unilift KP-AV 3.2.1 Foundation For pumps with a vertical level switch, the minimum Place the pump on a plate or on bricks so that the installation dimensions of the pit, basin or tank must inlet strainer is free of sludge, mud or similar be as shown in fig.
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The stop level must be above the pump inlet to [mm] [mm] prevent the pump from taking in air. Unilift KP 150 AV Unilift KP 250 AV Start Unilift KP 350 AV ‹ ‹ ‹ ‹ ‹ ‹ ‹ ‹ ‹ ‹ ‹ ‹ ‹ ‹ ‹...
3.3 Electrical connection Make sure that the product is suitable for the supply voltage and frequency available at the installation site. Voltage and frequency are marked on the pump DANGER nameplate. Electric shock The pump must be connected to an external main Death or serious personal injury switch.
4. Starting up the product 3.3.1 Checking the direction of rotation Three-phase pumps only DANGER Check the direction of rotation every time the pump is connected to a new installation. Electric shock Death or serious personal injury 1. Place the pump on a plane surface. 2.
5. Product introduction Grundfos Unilift KP pumps are available in these Applications versions: • Unilift KP-A Automatic start/stop operation via a Drainage of flooded cellars or float switch. ● ● ● buildings • Unilift KP-AV Automatic start/stop operation via a Groundwater lowering ●...
5.3 Identification 5.3.2 Type key 5.3.1 Nameplate Example Unilift KP 150 A 1 Type range Rated motor output P XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX EN 12050-2 EN 12050-2 Level control • • • • • • • • Automatic operation with float switch Automatic operation with vertical level AV = switch...
- Wear personal protective equipment. fig. 11. If the power cable or the level switch is damaged, it must be replaced by a service workshop authorised by Grundfos. Service must be carried out by specially trained persons. Furthermore, all rules and regulations covering safety, health and environment must be observed.
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6.2.2 Cleaning the inside of the pump 7. Check that the impeller can rotate freely. If not, remove the impeller as described below. Before and during the mounting of the 8. Unscrew the nut, cross width 13 mm, from the pump housing, check that the sealing part motor shaft.
Inlet strainer has been used for a liquid which is injurious to health or toxic. Unilift KP 150 96548064 If you request Grundfos to service the product, Unilift KP 250 contact Grundfos with details about the pumped Unilift KP 350 96548066 liquid before returning the product for service.
If not, use another after a short time of pump type. Contact your local operation. Grundfos supplier or sales support. The impeller is blocked or partly Clean the pump. blocked by impurities. Phase failure.
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Fault Cause Remedy The pump runs but The pump is blocked by Clean the pump. gives no water. impurities. The outlet pipe or valve is blocked Clean the outlet pipe or valve. by impurities. The impeller is not properly fixed Tighten the impeller.
-20 - +70 °C. 1. Use the public or private waste collection service. 2. If this is not possible, contact the nearest 8.2 Operating conditions Grundfos company or service workshop. The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol on Maximum 10 m below liquid Installation depth...
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Appendix Dimensions Unilift KP-AV Unilift KP-M 1 1/4 Rp 1 Rp 1 1/4 Unilift KP 350...
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Argentina China Hong Kong Bombas GRUNDFOS de Argentina S.A. GRUNDFOS Pumps (Shanghai) Co. Ltd. GRUNDFOS Pumps (Hong Kong) Ltd. Ruta Panamericana km. 37.500 Centro 10F The Hub, No. 33 Suhong Road Unit 1, Ground floor Industrial Garin Minhang District Siu Wai Industrial Centre 1619 Garín Pcia.
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Malaysia Serbia Turkey GRUNDFOS Pumps Sdn. Bhd. Grundfos Srbija d.o.o. GRUNDFOS POMPA San. ve Tic. Ltd. 7 Jalan Peguam U1/25 Omladinskih brigada 90b Sti. Glenmarie Industrial Park 11070 Novi Beograd Gebze Organize Sanayi Bölgesi 40150 Shah Alam Phone: +381 11 2258 740...
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