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SKV40
Submersible Sewage
Ejector Pump
INSTALLATION, OPERATION, & PARTS MANUAL
SAFETY INFORMATION
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this
manual or on pump.
This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this
symbol on your pump or in this manual, look for one of the
following signal words and be alert to the potential for
personal injury!
warns about hazards that will cause serious
personal injury, death or major property damage if ignored.
warns about hazards that can cause serious
personal injury, death or major property damage if ignored.
warns about hazards that will or can cause
minor personal injury or property damage if ignored.
The word
NOTICE indicates special instructions which are
important but not related to hazards.
1.
Read these rules and instructions carefully. Failure to
follow them could cause serious bodily injury and/or
property damage.
2. Check your local codes before installing. You must
comply with their rules.
3. Vent sewage or septic tank according to local codes.
4. Do not install pump in any location classified as
hazardous by National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 80-
1984 or the Canadian Electrical Code.
Hazardous voltage. Can shock,
burn, or kill. During operation the pump is in water.
To avoid fatal shocks, proceed as follows if pump needs
servicing:
Do not smoke or use devices that can generate sparks in a
septic (gaseous) environment.
5A. Disconnect power to outlet box before unplugging pump.
5B. Take extreme care when changing fuses. Do not stand
in water or put your finger in the fuse socket.
5C. Do not modify the cord and plug. When using the cord
and plug, plug into a grounded outlet only. When wiring
to a system control, connect the pump ground lead to
the system ground.
6. Be sure that construction and access to septic sumps
conform with all OSHA requirements.
7. Do not run the pump dry. Dry running can overheat the
pump, (causing burns to anyone handling it) and will
void the warranty.
8. The pump normally runs hot. To avoid burns when
servicing pump, allow it to cool for 20 minutes after
shutdown before handling it.
9. The pump is permanently lubricated. No oiling or
greasing is required in normal operation. for overhaul,
see instructions under “Service”.
DESCRIPTION
This submersible sewage ejector pump is designed for
residential wastewater removal, sewage applications, sump
drainage, dewatering and flood control. Units have built in
thermal overload protection with automatic reset. The mechan-
ical seal and bearings on the motor shaft are permanently
lubricated. Stainless steel hardware and a heavy duty lift out
handle allow for easy disassembly after extended use.
NOTICE: This unit is not designed for applications involving salt
water or brine! Use with salt water or brine will void warranty.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply required ..........................See “Motor and Cord
Specifications” chart below
Motor duty ............................................................Intermittent
Maximum Liquid Temperature ...........................120°F (49°C)
Discharge Adapter .....................................................2" NPT
Switch Specifications
© 2007 W-03-402 (Rev. 9/24/09)
Motor Individual Cord Discharge
Model Motor Full Branch Circuit Length
Adapter
Number HP Voltage Load Amps Required (Amps) in ft. (m)
Size
SKV40M1 4/10 115 12.6 20 10 (3.0) 2"
SKV40M2 4/10 230 6.4 15 10 (3.0) 2"
MOTOR & CORD SPECIFICATIONS
740 East 9th Street, Ashland, OH 44805
Phone: 1-888-957-8677
Fax: 1-888-840-7867
Web Site: http://www.hydromatic.com
Switch Setting in Inches (mm)
Type On Off
Wide Angle Float 12-1/2"(318) 6-1/2"(165)
Vertical 8-15/16(227) 4-7/16(113)
Diaphragm 8-7/8(225) 4-1/4(108)