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400W SUBMERSIBLE PUMP WITH FOLDING BASE AND FLOAT SWITCH MODEL NO: PSV6A PART NO: 7230695 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GC1221 rev 5...
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 400W Submersible pump with folding base and float switch. This pump is designed for pumping clean water and water containing solid bodies (max 30mm in diameter). It is NOT designed for pumping slurry, sludge, mud or heavily polluted water, or any water containing chemicals or other acidic contaminants including salt water.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL PUMP SPECIFIC 1. Read all instructions before use 1. Do not pump explosive / and save these instructions for flammable liquids or chemicals. future use. 2. Never allow the pump to run dry 2. An approved residual current or operate out of the water.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING: READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE PRODUCT TO THE MAINS SUPPLY. Connect the mains lead to a standard, 230 Volt (50Hz) electrical supply through an approved 13 amp BS 1363 plug, or a suitably fused isolator switch. If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or because of damage, it must be removed and a replacement fitted, following the wiring instructions shown below.
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• Reducing the hose diameter will effect the maximum flow rate. 2. Connect a suitable hose (not supplied) to the pump outlet. • Suitable hoses are available from your local Clarke dealer. FOLDING BASE The pump has three folding feet fitted to the base •...
SETTING UP THE PUMP POSITIONING THE PUMP 1. Place the pump on a flat surface in the area that you want to drain. • If there is sediment in the operating area, the pump should be placed vertically on house bricks, or similar. •...
IS UNPLUGGED FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY. IF THE UNIT IS HARD WIRED, ENSURE THE CIRCUIT BREAKER IS OPEN. This pump should require no maintenance other than regular cleaning. If the pump starts to show signs of wear or damage, contact your CLARKE dealer for advice. CLEANING 1.
6. Float switch may be jammed against side wall, or prevented from moving. 7. If the pump still fails to start, consult your CLARKE dealer for advice. PUMP WILL 1. Check that the inlet is not blocked.
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