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Submersible Grinder Pump Model DGU II Model DGFU Model DGFMU Operating Instructions, Installation & Maintenance Manual EBARA Fluid Handling EBARA International Corporation...
Design of this EBARA pump is based on superior engineering and long experience. To prevent trouble and provide satisfactory operation and long life, it is important to understand the EBARA pump thoroughly by careful study of this manual. If any questions arise regarding this manual, please direct them to EBARA Fluid Handling. EBARA Fluid Handling www.pumpsebara.com...
EBARA Submersible Grinder Pumps DGUII/DGFU Operating, Installation, and Maintenance Specifications CAUTION Be careful not to exceed the given specifications in the use of your products. Check the nameplate for your pump’s motor voltage and current. Other specifications are noted in the chart below.
EBARA Submersible Grinder Pumps DGUII/DGFU Operating, Installation, and Maintenance Installation 1. Check the following before beginning installation: Warning Before insulation resistance measurement, always disconnect the power first. All electrical work should be performed by a qualified electrician and all national and local electrical codes must be observed.
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EBARA Submersible Grinder Pumps DGUII/DGFU Operating, Installation, and Maintenance Installation 2. Pump installation: Warning When lifting the pump, use appropriate crane (or hoist) and lift system, check position and tightness of lift system so that weight of the pump is not UNBALANCED.
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Loose connections will stop the pump. Make sure all electrical connections are secure. Warning EBARA capacitor pack is required on single phase pumps. Warranty will be void if capacitor pack is not used. Manual Operation Type – Single Phase...
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EBARA Submersible Grinder Pumps DGUII/DGFU Operating, Installation, and Maintenance Installation 3. Electrical wiring (continued) Manual Operation Type – Three Phase Model DGFU, DGFMU Output 2 to 5HP G – GRN 208/230V – RED – T – T – WHT – T –...
Normal maintenance should be done by qualified personnel. Check pressure, output, voltage, current, vibration, and other specifications. Unusual readings may indicate a problem requiring immediate service. Contact your local EBARA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION representa- tive as soon as possible. 1. Daily inspections: (1) Check current and ammeter fluctuation daily.
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EBARA Submersible Grinder Pumps DGUII/DGFU Operating, Installation, and Maintenance Maintenance and Service 2. Regular inspections: (1) Monthly inspections Measure the insulation resistance. The value should be more than 1 mega ohm. If resistance starts to fall rapidly even with an initial indication of over 1 mega ohm, this may be an indication of trouble and repair work is required.
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EBARA Submersible Grinder Pumps DGUII/DGFU Operating, Installation, and Maintenance Maintenance and Service 4. Troubleshooting: CAUTION All service should be done by factory trained or qualified personnel only. Trouble Cause Remedy Does not start. (1) Power Failure (1) - (3) Contact electric power company and devise count-...
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EBARA Submersible Grinder Pumps DGUII/DGFU Operating, Installation, and Maintenance Maintenance and Service 5. Model DGUII construction (typical) PART ASTM, AISI NO. FOR PART ASTM, AISI NO. FOR PART NAME MATERIAL PART NAME MATERIAL CODE 1 UNIT CODE 1 UNIT CASING...
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EBARA Submersible Grinder Pumps DGUII/DGFU Operating, Installation, and Maintenance Maintenance and Service 6. Model DGFU, DGFMU construction (typical) PART ASTM, AISI NO. FOR PART ASTM, AISI NO. FOR PART NAME MATERIAL PART NAME MATERIAL CODE 1 UNIT CODE 1 UNIT...
EBARA Submersible Grinder Pumps DGUII/DGFU Operating, Installation, and Maintenance Maintenance and Service 7. Disassembly and Assembly CAUTION All service should be done by factory trained or qualified personnel only. Be sure to cut off power source before beginning disassembly. Please contact the following for assistance:...
EBARA Submersible Grinder Pumps DGUII/DGFU Operating, Installation, and Maintenance Leakage Detector (Does not apply to Model DGUII.) 1. Construction: Each switch has a magnet-containing float which senses the liquid level and magnetically actuates a dry reed switch encapsulated within a stem. The switch opens on rise of liquid. Leakage detector should be wired into control circuit to disconnect power to pump when activated.
EBARA Submersible Grinder Pumps DGUII/DGFU Operating, Installation, and Maintenance Warranty Information 1. All specifications subject to change without notice 2. Limited warranty: EIC warrants for a period of twelve months from the date of initial startup or eighteen months from the date of shipment, whichever shall first occur (the “Warranty Period”) the EIC Products to be delivered hereunder...