MQ Model ST-1500 Series Submersible Pumps. Illustrations, descriptions, references and technical data contained in this manual are for guidance only and may not be considered as binding. Multiquip Inc. reserves the right to discontinue or change specifications, design or the information published in this publication at any time without notice and without incurring any obligations.
This submersible pump, other referenced in conjunction with Safety Message Alert Symbols. property, or the surrounding NOTE environment could be damaged if you do not follow instructions. ST-1500 SERIES SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/04/04) — PAGE 5...
ALWAYS disconnect the electrical power could result causing severe bodily harm or even death. from the pump before performing maintenance on the pump. PAGE 6 — ST-1500 SERIES SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/04/04)
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ALWAYS allow the machine a proper amount of time to cool before servicing. Keep the machinery in proper running condition. Fix damage to the machine immediately and always replace broken parts. ST-1500 SERIES SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/04/04) — PAGE 7...
National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70 so as to prevent moisture from entering or accumulating with the boxes, conduit bodies fittings, float housing or cable. PAGE 10 — ST-1500 SERIES SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/04/04)
(Shell 32 or equivalent) to the oil cavity. This oil protects the mechanical seal. Oil cavity should be full enough to cover seal spring. ST-1500 SERIES SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/04/04) — PAGE 11...
Single or dual control float switches can be used for the unattended operation of the submersible pump. When using the piggy- back power configuration (plug), the ST-1500 series pumps DO NOT require the use of a control box. In this configuration (piggy- back), the SW-1 (single float switch) or SW-2 (dual float switch) are required.
CB3 control box. See page 22 for a wiring diagram of the control box. Figure 7. CB3 Control Box and Dual Float Switch Application Diagram PAGE 14 — ST-1500 SERIES SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/04/04)
Determine the length of the float switch wires, then secure float switch wires to pump discharge hose. See Figures 3 and 6 and Table 3 to determine the pumping range. PAGE 16 — ST-1500 SERIES SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/04/04)
Each wire is color coded. The colors are WHITE, BLACK and GREEN. 6. To stop the pump from pumping, place the operation switch in the OFF position. ST-1500 SERIES SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/04/04) — PAGE 17...
5. Remove the pump from the water. Wipe off any mud or debris that might have attached itself to the pump. 6. Store pump in a clean dry place away from dirt and debris. PAGE 18 — ST-1500 SERIES SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/04/04)
EVERY 300 HOURS. CHANGE EVERY 6 MONTHS OR AS NEEDED. DISCOLORATION OF OIL (MILKY)INDICATES A LEAKING PUMP WATER SEAL. Figure 11. Checking Hydraulic Oil ST-1500 SERIES SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/04/04) — PAGE 19...
BLACK OPERATION SWITCH CHASSIS GND. AUTO WHITE BLACK BLACK MANUAL BLACK WHITE BLACK WHITE BLACK BLACK START FLOAT SWITCH (HIGH) STOP FLOAT SWITCH (LOW) PAGE 22 — ST-1500 SERIES SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/04/04)
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>, belong to the same assembly or kit. If more than one of the same reference number is listed, the NOTE last one listed indicates newest (or latest) part available. PAGE 24 — ST-1500 SERIES SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/04/04)
ST-1503A/CUL — ELECTRIC MOTOR ASSY. ST-1503A/CUL ELECTRIC MOTOR ASSY. 447-2 447-1 NOTES: COMPLETE ASSEMBLY INCLUDES ITEMS WITHIN DASHED LINES PAGE 34 — ST-1500 SERIES SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/04/04)
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B PACKING 0202005T606 MOTOR A BEARING 0202005S607 MOTOR B BEARING 0202005T608 WAVE WASHER 0201503A611 MOTOR GUARD 0201503UL119 MOTOR ASSEMBLY ..... 1....INCLUDES ITEMS W/ ST-1500 SERIES SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/04/04) — PAGE 35...
Multiquip’s designated receiving point. at the time of any price change. PAGE 36 — ST-1500 SERIES SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/04/04)
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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL HERE'S HOW TO GET HELP PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER ON-HAND WHEN CALLING MULTIQUIP CORPORATE OFFICE 18910 Wilmington Ave. 800-421-1244 Carson, CA 90746 FAX: 310-537-3927 Email: mq@multiquip.com Internet: www.multiquip.com PARTS DEPARTMENT FAX: 800-672-7877 800-427-1244...