Clarke PSV6A Instruction Manual

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

GC1221 rev 5

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

400W SUBMERSIBLE PUMP WITH FOLDING

BASE AND FLOAT SWITCH

MODEL NO: PSV6A

PART NO: 7230695

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 400W Submersible pump with folding

base and float switch.

This pump is designed for pumping clean water and water containing solid

bodies (max 30mm in diameter). It is NOT designed for pumping slurry, sludge,

mud or heavily polluted water, or any water containing chemicals or other

acidic contaminants including salt water.

GUARANTEE

This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12

months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be

required as proof of purchase.

This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or

tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was

intended.

Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can

be returned to us without prior permission.

This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.

ENVIRONMENTAL RECYCLING POLICY

Through purchase of this product, the customer is taking on the

obligation to deal with the WEEE in accordance with the WEEE

regulations in relation to the treatment, recycling & recovery and

environmentally sound disposal of the WEEE.

In effect, this means that this product must not be disposed of with general

household waste. It must be disposed of according to the laws governing

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) at a recognised disposal

facility.

OVERLOAD SWITCH

These pumps are fitted with a thermal overload switch. If the pump overheats

for any reason, it will automatically switch the pump OFF. Once the pump has

cooled (at least 5-10 minutes), the pump will automatically restart.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL

1. Read all instructions before use

and save these instructions for

future use.

2. An approved residual current

device (RCD) which has a

tripping current of less then 30mA

MUST be used for all operations.

3. The electrical supply must be the

same as that on the rating plate.

4. Always make sure that your

hands are dry when connecting

or disconnecting from the mains

supply.

5. Never pull the mains lead to

disconnect the pump from the

mains socket.

6. The mains plug must be kept

away from the water at all times.

7. Do not allow children or

unauthorised people to touch the

pump, cables or connections.

8. Disconnect the pump from the

mains supply when not in use.

9. If necessary have the pump

repaired by a qualified person.

10. Keep the mains lead away from

heat, oil and sharp edges.

11. If you have to use an extension

lead with this product, it must be

designed for outdoor use and

incorporate a cable suitable for

use with Class I appliances.

12. Disconnect the pump from the

electrical supply and wear gloves

during servicing or maintenance.

PUMP SPECIFIC

1. Do not pump explosive /

flammable liquids or chemicals.

2. Never allow the pump to run dry

or operate out of the water.

3. Submersible pumps should always

be submerged and stored

vertically.

4. Disconnect the pump from the

mains supply before placing it

into or removing it from the water.

5. Always check the plug, and all

cables for damage before use.

6. Do not use the pump if

damaged. Refer to qualified

service personnel for repair.

7. Never carry or lower the pump by

the power cable or float switch

always use the handle or a rope

tied securely to the handle.

8. Never insert your fingers into the

pump whilst it is connected to the

mains.

9. Never use the submersible pump

in a swimming pool when there

are people or animals in the pool.

10. Keep the pump clear of any

sediment by standing it on a

platform or brick or suspending it

at a suitable depth.

11. Do not use the pump if the water

is liable to freeze, as this can

cause damage to the pump.

Remove the pump from the

water and store it in a frost free

location.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Connect the mains lead to a standard, 230 Volt (50Hz) electrical supply

through an approved 13 amp BS 1363 plug, or a suitably fused isolator switch.

If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or

because of damage, it must be removed and a replacement fitted, following

the wiring instructions shown below. The old plug must be discarded safely, as

insertion into a power socket could cause an electrical hazard.

If the colours of the wires in the power cable do not agree with the markings

on the plug.

• The BLUE wire must be

connected to the

terminal marked N or

coloured black.

• The BROWN wire must

be connected to the

terminal marked L or

coloured red.

• The YELLOW AND

GREEN wire must be

connected to the

terminal marked E or

or coloured green.

AN APPROVED RESIDUAL CURRENT DEVICE (RCD) WHICH HAS A TRIPPING

CURRENT OF LESS THAN 30 mA MUST BE USED.

If you are not sure, consult a qualified electrician. DO NOT try to do any

repairs.

WARNING: READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

THOROUGHLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE PRODUCT TO THE MAINS

SUPPLY.

WARNING: THE WIRES IN THE POWER CABLE OF THIS PRODUCT ARE

COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE:

BLUE = NEUTRAL BROWN = LIVE YELLOW AND GREEN = EARTH

Plug must be BS1363/A approved.

Always fit

Ensure that the outer sheath of

Neutral

(Blue)

Live

(Brown)

Earth

(Green and

a 13 Amp

the cable is firmly held by the clamp

fuse.

Yellow)

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ASSEMBLY

Remove all packaging and make sure that the unit has no visible damage.

Dispose of all packaging appropriately.

FITTING THE ELBOW

1. Screw the elbow into the outlet

port as shown.

2. Connect a suitable hose (not

supplied) to the pump outlet.

• Suitable hoses are available

from your local Clarke dealer.

FITTING THE HOSE ADAPTER

A hose adaptor can be screwed

onto the elbow if required.

1. Trim the adaptor to the required

size.

• Reducing the hose diameter

will effect the maximum flow

rate.

2. Connect a suitable hose (not supplied) to the pump outlet.

• Suitable hoses are available from your local Clarke dealer.

FOLDING BASE

The pump has three folding feet

fitted to the base

• When the feet are in the closed

position, the space between

the base of the pump and the

supporting surface is reduced

to around 5 mm, limiting the

passage of solids in suspension.

when the feet are closed the

pump should only be used for

pumping clean water.

• When the feet are opened the pump can be used with solids in

suspension of up to a rated maximum of 30 mm.

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SETTING UP THE PUMP

POSITIONING THE PUMP

1. Place the pump on a flat surface in the area that you want to drain.

• If there is sediment in the operating area, the pump should be placed

vertically on house bricks, or similar.

• Ensure the pump is positioned with adequate space so that the

movement of the float switch is not restricted - recommended minimum

area of 50 x 50cm.

• ALWAYS raise and lower the pump using a rope attached to the lifting

handle.

• Take all necessary precautions as described on page 3.

USING THE PUMP

1. Connect the mains plug to the mains supply.

• Always use a high sensitivity residual current device (RCD) which has a

tripping current of less then 30mA.

2. Switch the mains power supply on.

• The pump will begin to drain water.

• As the water level falls, so will the float switch, until it stops the pump.

• You can adjust the position at which the float switch lead clips to the

side of the pump. Adjusting the length of the float switch lead will

change the depth of water at which the pump will turn on or off.

3. When pumping is finished, disconnect the pump from the mains power

supply.

IMPORTANT: Do not allow the pump to run dry.

WARNING: CHECK THE PUMP FOR DAMAGE BEFORE USE, DO NOT USE THE

PUMP IF IT IS DAMAGED IN ANY WAY.

WARNING: THE WATER BEING PUMPED WILL BE POLLUTED IF THIS PUMP

BECOMES DAMAGED AND LUBRICANT WITHIN THE PUMP ESCAPES.

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MAINTENANCE

This pump should require no maintenance other than regular cleaning.

If the pump starts to show signs of wear or damage, contact your CLARKE

dealer for advice.

CLEANING

1. Check the pump installation regularly to ensure the water inlet is clear of

leaves or other debris.

2. Take extra care to remove any debris from around the impeller.

NOTE: Do not attempt to repair the pump yourself, as you may damage the

waterproof seal and invalidate your guarantee. Repairs must be

carried out by your CLARKE dealer, or contact the CLARKE Service

Department, on 020 8988 7400.

STORAGE

When the pump is not being used for extended periods, clean and dry it

thoroughly and store in indoors.

SPECIFICATIONS

WARNING: BEFORE CHECKING THE CONDITION OF THE PUMP, ENSURE IT

IS UNPLUGGED FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY. IF THE UNIT IS HARD WIRED,

ENSURE THE CIRCUIT BREAKER IS OPEN.

Voltage 230V~50Hz

Outlet Thread Diameter 1½“ BSP

Power 400W

Maximum Head Height 5 m

Maximum Depth 7 m

Maximum Flow 133 l/min

Maximum Water Temperature 35oC

Maximum Particle Size 30 mm

Weight 4.10 kg

Cable Length 10 m

Dimensions (D x W x H) 156 x 163 x 312 mm

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TROUBLESHOOTING

If this does not solve your problem, please contact the Clarke service

department.

PROBLEM SOLUTION

PUMP WILL

NOT START

1. Make sure that the power is switched on.

2. Check fuse (consult an electrician if in doubt).

3. If an extension lead is fitted, check connections (consult

an electrician if in doubt).

4. Internal thermal cut-out has not re-set. Leave for 5-10

minutes and try again.

5. The impeller may be jammed. Disconnect from the mains

supply and remove any objects that may be obstructing

the impeller.

6. Float switch may be jammed against side wall, or

prevented from moving.

7. If the pump still fails to start, consult your CLARKE dealer

for advice.

PUMP WILL

START BUT NOT

PUMP

1. Check that the inlet is not blocked.

2. Check that the outlet is not clogged or obstructed.

3. The head may be too great, i.e. you are trying to lift the

water too great a distance for the pump to cope with.

(“Specifications” on page 7).

4. Air bubble in the pump, produced during immersion.

immerse the pump again, at an angle, and shake it whilst

lowering to remove any air trapped in the system.

5. Impeller may be damaged - Consult your CLARKE dealer.

PUMP WILL

NOT STOP

1. Float switch may be prevented from moving to the fully

down position.

2. Float switch may be faulty. Consult your CLARKE dealer

for advice.

PUMP STOPS

RUNNING

1. Thermal overload has operated. Leave for 5-10 minutes

and try again.

2. Pump has run dry, or float switch has cut in.

3. A foreign object has jammed the impeller.

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PARTS LIST & DIAGRAM

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PARTS LIST

1 Power Cable And Plug 17 Gasket

2 Float Switch 18 O-ring

3 Self Tapping Screw 19 Aluminium Bushing

4 Gasket 20 O-ring

5 Pump Housing 21 Front Cover

6 Cable Sheath 22 O-ring

6.1 Cable Sheath 23 Adjustable Washer

7 Cable Gland 24 Impeller

7.1 Cable Gland 25 Nut

8 6uf Capacitor 26 Main Pump Housing

9 Cable Block 27 O-ring

10 Self Tapping Screw 28 Pump Base

11 Rear Cover 29 Self Tapping Screw

11.2 Gasket 30 O-ring

11.3 Yellow-green Wire 31 Elbow

11.4 Lug Plate 32 Outlet Connector

11.6 Gasket 34 Ground Cover

11.7 Bolt 35 Nylon Pressing Cap

12 Wave Washer 36 Nylon Pressing Cap

13 Bearing 37 Rubber Clip

14 Rotor 38 Ribbon

15 Stator 39 Mechnical Seal

16 Bush 40 Protective Ring

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