Multiquip ST-3050D manual Operation, Submersible Pump Upright Position Incorrect

ST-3050D SUBMERSIBLE PUMP — OPERATION

Operation

1.Attach a suitable lifting cable (rope) to the carrying handle (Figure 16) on the pump and lower the pump into place. For applicationswherethereisanexcessiveamountofmud,grit or silt, the use of a support platform is desirable. When pumpingwaterfromswimmingpooltypeapplicationswhere thereislittleornodebris,thesupportplatformisnotrequired.

2.Make sure the pump is always placed in an upright position, not tilted (Figure 17). Never position the pump directly on a soft, loose bottom. Remember to attain maximum pumping capacity and prevent excessive wear, position the pump so it will not burrow itself into sand or clay.

POWER

CORD

3-INCH

DISCHARGE

HOSE

LIFTING

ROPE

CARRYING

HANDLE

SUBMERSIBLE PUMP

SUBMERSIBLE

PUMP

SUPPORT

PLATFORM

Figure 17. Submersible Pump Upright Position

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3. After the pump has been positioned correctly into place, power can be applied to the pump's electric motor.

Figure 16. Submersible Pump Upright Position

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