en – Original instructions Table of Contents Introduction and Safety ............................4 Introduction ..............................4 Safety ................................4 Danger levels and safety symbols ....................... 4 1.2.1 User safety ..............................5 1.2.2 Protection of the environment ........................6 1.2.3 Sites exposed to ionizing radiations......................6 1.2.4 Handling and Storage ...............................
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en – Original instructions Maintenance ................................23 Precautions ..............................23 Maintenance every 6 months of operation, or at the end of the season ............. 23 Anode maintenance ............................23 Long periods of inactivity ..........................24 Spare parts ordering ............................24 Troubleshooting..............................
The instructions and warnings of this manual apply to the standard unit as described in the sale documentation. Special version pumps may be supplied with supplementary instruction manuals. For situations not considered in the manual or in the sales document, contact Xylem or the Authorised Distributor.
en – Original instructions Complementary symbols Symbol Description Electrical hazard Hot surface hazard Danger, system pressurized Do not use flammable liquids Do not use corrosive liquids Protect against freezing Read the instruction manual 1.2.2 User safety Strictly comply with current health and safety regulations. WARNING: This unit must be used only by qualified users.
en – Original instructions 1.2.3 Protection of the environment Disposal of packaging and product Comply with the current regulations on sorted waste disposal. Leaking of fluid The unit contains a small quantity of lubricant oil: always put in place the necessary measures to ensure that any spilled lubricant does not disperse in the environment.
reject the goods, indicating the reason on the transport document. In both cases, promptly contact Xylem or the Authorised Distributor from whom the product was purchased. Unpacking and inspection of the unit CAUTION: Cut and abrasion hazard Always wear personal protective equipment.
en – Original instructions 2.3 Unit handling Lift the unit by attaching a rope to the lifting ring. DANGER: Electrical hazard Holding the unit by the power supply cord or the float is strictly forbidden. WARNING: Use cranes, ropes, lifting straps, hooks and clasps that comply with current regulations and that are suitable for the specific use.
1. Keep the unit in the vertical position and empty it completely through the filter. 2. Follow the same instructions for the storage of the packed unit. For further information about preparation for long-term storage, please contact Xylem or the Authorised Distributor.
en – Original instructions 3 Technical Description 3.1 Designation Multistage close-coupled submersible pump unit with threaded port. 3.2 Data plate Position Description Position Description number number Pump unit type Speed Pump unit code Maximum liquid temperature Flow Maximum ambient temperature Head Maximum operating pressure Minimum head...
en – Original instructions 3.3 Identification code 1 S C 1 10 1 11 Scuba_M0006_B_sc Position Description Notes number Rated flow rate, m Series SC = Scuba Version Empty = standard D = DRY DS = DRY submersible Number of impeller Rated motor power, kW x 10 Frequency Hz 5 = 50 Hz...
en – Original instructions 3.4 Names of the main components 1 10 1 11 1 12 1 13 1 14 1 15 1 16 1 17 1 18 Position Position Description Description number number Float (optional) Sleeve Lower bracket Capacitor Diffuser Upper bearing support Impeller...
en – Original instructions 3.5 Intended use • Water supply from first collection tanks, wells for domestic use, basins and water streams • Irrigation • Pressure boosting systems • Rain water collection tanks • Vehicle washing systems • Craft pressure boosting systems •...
en – Original instructions 3.7 Use in water distribution networks for human consumption If the unit is intended for water supply to people and/or animals: WARNING: It is prohibited to pump drinking water after use with other fluids. WARNING: Take appropriate measures during transport, installation and storage to prevent contamination from external substances.
en – Original instructions 4 Installation 4.1 Precautions Before starting, make sure that the safety instructions shown in Introduction and Safety on page 4 have been fully read and understood. DANGER: All the hydraulic and electrical connections must be completed by a technician possessing the technical-professional requirements outlined in the current regulations.
en – Original instructions 4.2.1 Permitted positions 4.2.2 Float adjustment If present, the float switch controls the automatic start and stop of the unit. To change its action: 1. Loosen the floater adjustment clip screw. 2. Adjust the length of the float cable: •...
en – Original instructions 4.3 Hydraulic connection DANGER: All the hydraulic and electrical connections must be completed by a technician possessing the technical-professional requirements outlined in the current regulations. DANGER: Electrical hazard Holding the unit by the power supply cord or the float is strictly forbidden. WARNING: Piping must be sized to ensure safety at the maximum operating pressure.
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en – Original instructions The figure shows a typical installation. Position Position Description Description number number Minimum level Electric power supply cord Maximum level Control panel Float Bleed valve Check valve Pressure gauge Nylon tie Start and stop device Piping Diaphragm tank Lifting rope Gate valve...
en – Original instructions 4.4 Electrical connection DANGER: All the hydraulic and electrical connections must be completed by a technician possessing the technical-professional requirements outlined in the current regulations. DANGER: Electrical hazard Before starting work, check that the unit is unplugged and that the pump unit, the control panel and the auxiliary control circuit cannot restart, even unintentionally.
en – Original instructions The unit is equipped with built-in capacitor and motor protector, and stops automatically in case of overtemperature. After 2-4 minutes the motor protector gives the restart consent. Overtemperature protection - three-phase motor unit Install an appropriate motor protector in the control panel, with D curve in accordance with the current shown in the data plate.
en – Original instructions 5 Use and operation 5.1 Precautions DANGER: Electrical hazard Do not use the unit in swimming pools or similar places when people are inside. WARNING: Make sure that the drained liquid cannot cause damage or injuries. WARNING: Electrical hazard Check that the unit is properly connected to the mains power supply.
en – Original instructions 5.3 Starting and stopping Units with float 1. Connect the plug to the mains and/or turn on the switch: depending on the position of the float, the unit stays idle or starts to operate. 2. With the unit in operation, check that the liquid is actually being pumped and that there is •...
When the first of the two limits is reached: 1. Check the integrity of the power supply cord; if the cable is damaged contact Xylem or the Authorised Distributor for its replacement. 2. Check the integrity of the float cable, if present; if the cable is damaged contact Xylem or the Authorised Distributor for its replacement.
2. Inspect the anode and replace as necessary; see Anode maintenance. 6.5 Spare parts ordering Identify the spare parts with the product codes directly on the site www.lowara.com/spark. Contact Xylem or the Authorised Distributor for technical information. SCUBA – Additional Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions...
WARNING: Observe the safety requirements in the chapters on Use and Operation and Maintenance. WARNING: If a fault cannot be corrected or is not mentioned, contact Xylem or the Authorised Distributor. 7.2 The unit does not start Cause Remedy...
Unsuitable type of differential Check the type of differential Float damaged Contact Xylem or the Authorised Distributor for the replacement 7.7 The thermal overload protection triggers or the fuses blow The motor thermal overload protection triggers or the fuses blow when the unit starts.
en – Original instructions 7.8 The thermal overload protection triggers The motor thermal overload protection triggers occasionally, or after the unit has been running for a few minutes. Cause Remedy It is calibrated at a value too low in relation to the rated Recalibrate current of the motor Liquid temperature too high...
Non-aggressive, non-explosive atmosphere, and not subjected to frost. Temperature of pumped liquid 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F). NOTICE: If the temperature exceeds the stated limits, contact Xylem or the Authorised Distributor. Suspended impurities Model Maximum diameter, mm (in) ≤ 1.0 (0.04) 3SC, 5SC, 8SC ≤...
en – Original instructions 9 Disposal 9.1 Precautions WARNING: The unit must be disposed of through approved companies specialised in the identification of different types of materials (steel, copper, plastic, etc.). WARNING: It is prohibited to dispose of lubricating fluids and other hazardous substances in the environment.
– Original instructions 10 Declarations 10.1 EC Declaration of Conformity (Original) Xylem Service Italia S.r.l., with headquarters at Via Vittorio Lombardi 14 - 36075 Montecchio Maggiore VI - Italy, hereby declares that the product: Close-coupled submersible pump unit fulfils the relevant provisions of the following European Directives: •...
Signed for and on behalf of: Xylem Service Italia S.r.l. Montecchio Maggiore, 10/09/2018 Amedeo Valente (Director of Engineering and R&D) rev.00 Lowara is a trademark of Xylem Inc. or one of its subsidiaries. SCUBA – Additional Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions...
en – Original instructions 11 Warranty 11.1 Information For information on the warranty refer to the documentation of the sale contract. SCUBA – Additional Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions...
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