Clarke IVP13A Operating & Maintenance Instructions
Clarke IVP13A Operating & Maintenance Instructions

Clarke IVP13A Operating & Maintenance Instructions

Submersible water pump

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Thank you for purchasing this Clarke Submersible Pump. This highly efficient centrifugal pump is designed for pumping clean water, or water containing sand or solids in suspension, up to a maximum 12mm in diameter, (please see Pump Features, page 6).
  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This pump is designed to pump WATER ONLY. Never use for pumping flammable liquids or chemicals of any kind. NEVER allow the pump to run dry. An approved Residual Current Device (RCD) MUST be used when pumping from ponds or swimming pools. Your submersible pump may ONLY be used for pumping water from a swimming pool when there is no person or animal in the pool.
  • Page 4: Electrical Connections

    ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS The mains lead should be connected to a standard 230Volt (50Hz) electrical supply through an approved 13Amp BS 1363 plug or a suitably fused isolator switch. We recommend that the pump be connected via a Residual Current Device (RCD). I MPORTANT: If used for draining swimming pools or ponds, it is mandatory that the pump be fitted with a Residual Current Device (RCD), with a rated residual operating current...
  • Page 5: Pump Features

    If the power cable becomes damaged, IT MUST BE REPLACED, DO NOT REPAIR. Return the pump to your Clarke dealer, or contact Clarke Service Department on: 020 8988 7400 IMPORTANT: If you are in any doubt regarding electrical installation, you should consult a qualified electrician.
  • Page 6: Installation

    INSTALLATION The pumps’ delivery outlet is provided with a 1.5” BSP female thread, for connection to a suitable adapter (not provided). It is advisable to seal the thread with PTFE, or similar tape, to ensure maximum performance from your pump. The delivery hose used should be of the same ID as the delivery outlet and completely sound.
  • Page 7: Maintenance

    ‘sealed for life’. If the pump starts to show signs of wear or damage, contact your CLARKE dealer for advice. Do not use the pump if there is any damage to the mains supply cable, or to the float switch or its cable.
  • Page 8: Trouble Shooting

    7. Water level too low - float switch in OFF position - Lift float to check switch. If the pump still fails to start, consult your CLARKE dealer for advice. B. PUMP WILL START BUT NOT PUMP 1. Check to ensure strainer is not blocked - clean as necessary 2.
  • Page 9 SPECIFICATIONS Motor ................230V 50Hz 1ph Motor Rating (Nominal) ..........1.38kW Input Current ............... 6Amps Fuse Rating ..............13AMPS Capacitor ..............450V 25µF Outlet Connection ............1.5” BSP Male Head Max..............14M Max. Submersion Depth ..........10M Max. Capacity ............23M /h (380 l/min) Max.

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