Simplex SPS Series Manual

Simplex SPS Series Manual

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SPS/SKS SKID PUMP SET
PACKAGED PUMP SET

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Summary of Contents for Simplex SPS Series

  • Page 1 SPS/SKS SKID PUMP SET PACKAGED PUMP SET...
  • Page 2 Last Revision Date: June 8, 2021 For the most up-to-date information for this product and others, please contact Simplex, Inc. at (800) 637-8603 or visit us on the web at http://www.simplexdirect.com.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Warnings and Cautions ........1 Safety information symbols Cautions Nameplates and Placards ........3 Description and Specification ........ 4 Primary Inspection Installation Priming the System ..........6 Priming Overview Priming Procedure Single Pump Operation Duplex Pump Operation Alternate Both Run Fuel Line Leak...
  • Page 5: Warnings And Cautions

    1 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS The following images indicate important safety information: afety information This General warning symbol points out important SymbolS information that, if not followed, could endanger personal safety and/or property. This Explosion warning symbol points out poten- tial explosion hazards. This Fire warning symbol points out potential fire hazards.
  • Page 6 (ampacity) to which they will be subjected. • Before installing or servicing this (and related) equipment, make sure that all power voltage supplies are completely turned off at their source. Failure to do so will result in haz- ardous and possibly fatal electrical shock. •...
  • Page 7: Nameplates And Placards

    2 NAMEPLATES AND PLACARDS...
  • Page 8: Description And Specification

    field plumbing. The pump sets include a catch basin with a leak detector. Due to design layout, Simplex Skid Pump Sets offer the customer a greater variety and quantity of options but because of its open catch basin they are suitable for indoor installation...
  • Page 9: Primary Inspection

    Primary Preventative visual inspection of the shipping crate, Remote Pump Inspection Unit, and accessories must be performed before installation. Physical or electrical problems due to handling and vibration may occur during shipment. 1. If the packing crate shows signs of damage inspect the SPS cabinet for damage.
  • Page 10: Priming The System

    4 PRIMING THE SYSTEM The pumps supplied with Simplex Pump Set are not self- Priming priming. If a pump is allowed to run without fuel, pump Overview damage will occur. Pump Sets are shipped from the factory filled with #30 oil to facilitate system priming. On systems that contain a hand pump the hand pump may be utilized to lift the fuel into the pump set cabinet.
  • Page 11: Duplex Pump Operation

    Single Apply control power to unit. If equipped, place the Main Pump Disconnect Switch in the “On” position. Operation AUTOMATIC Place the Pump Selector Switch in the Auto position. When the call for fuel contacts close, the pump will start and run until the call for fuel contacts are opened.
  • Page 12: Alternate

    fl ow switch. The time delay Flow relay, set to 30 seconds by Simplex, allows the pump time to establish positive flow and prevent false alarms. If the pump does not develop sufficient fl ow before the time delay relay picks up, or if flow is lost during operation, the lag pump will be signaled to start...
  • Page 13: Maintenance

    5 MAINTENANCE Simplex Pump Sets should be visually inspected for maintenance purposes every six months during light duty cycles. Pumps sets used daily for long hours should be inspected every month. • Prior to performing the maintenance procedure ensure that the...
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    6 TROUBLESHOOTING No Fuel 1. Pump not primed. Delivered 2. Lift is too high. 3. Rotation direction incorrect. 4. Check valve installed backwards. 1. Air leak at inlet. Insufficient 2. Defective solenoid valve or check valve. Fuel 3. Lift too high. Delivered 4.
  • Page 15: Pump Requires Frequent Re-Priming

    1. Inoperative foot valve. Pump 2. Inoperative check valve. Requires 3. Inoperative solenoid valve. Frequent Re- 4. Pump cavitation. Priming 5. Plumbing air leaks. 6. Lift too high. 7. Pump seal leaking. Motor Does 1. Control power not available. Not Turn Or 2.
  • Page 16: Drawings And Parts List

    The drawings included in this manual are the most accurate source of part numbers for your Pump Set. When ordering replacement parts for Simplex Pump Sets, always consult the Parts Legend Drawing. When contacting the Simplex Service Department always have your work order and drawing number ready for reference.
  • Page 17: Abbreviation Index

    Abbreviation Index...
  • Page 18: Technical Data

    Technical Data...
  • Page 20 Simplex, Inc. 5300 Rising Moon Road Springfield, IL 62711-6228 (800) 637-8603 www.simplexdirect.com...

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