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
DISCHARGE
HOSE
LIFTING
ROPE
CARRYING
HANDLE
SUBMERSIBLE PUMP
SUBMERSIBLE
PUMP
SUPPORT
PLATFORM
Figure 17. Submersible Pump Upright Position
(Incorrect)
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
(Correct)
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