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Before Operation:
Read the following instructions carefully. Reasonable care and safe methods should be practiced. Check local
codes and requirements before installation.
Attention:
This manual contains important information for the safe use of this product. Read this manual completely
before using this product and refer to it often for continued safe product use. DO NOT THROW AWAY OR
LOSE THIS MANUAL. Keep it in a safe place so that you may refer to it often.
Unpacking Pump:
Remove pump from carton. When unpacking unit, check for concealed damage. Claims for damage must be
made at the receiving end through the delivery carrier. Damage cannot be processed from the factory.
WARNING: Before handling these pumps and controls, always disconnect the power first. Do not
smoke or use sparkable electrical devices or flames in a septic (gaseous) or possible septic sump.
System Description:
For the Keen “KL” Rail System, the pump is raised and lowered in the basin on dual pipe rails. A hydraulic
sealing flange at the pump discharge allows the pump to be connected and removed from the discharge
elbow with ease at any time, without entering the wet well. There is no need to disconnect any piping or
electrical connections to remove a pump for inspection or routine maintenance checks. A typical system will
operate on float control switches. A bottom float control will turn off the pumps (s). An additional float control
per pump is then used to turn on the pump(s). In a multiple pump station, the pumps are automatically
alternated if using a standard Keen Pump panel. Also, additional float controls may be used to indicate high
and/or low water sump conditions. The general equipment for a simplex and duplex system includes the
following:
Simplex
One pump, One discharge elbow assembly, One hydraulic sealing flange, Two guide rails, One lifting chain,
One door & frame assembly, Electrical controls, and three float level controls.
Duplex
Two pumps, Two discharge elbow assemblies, Two hydraulic sealing flanges, Four guide rails, Two lifting
chains, Two door & frame assemblies, Electrical controls, and four float level controls.
Pumps Not Operating or in Storage:
Pumps must have impellers manually rotated (6 revolutions) after setting non-operational for 3 months or
longer and prior to electrical start-up.
Codes:
All codes must be observed. Consult with the local inspector before installation to avoid costly delays. Keen
Pump is not responsible for any expense incurred to meet local codes.
GENERAL INFORMATION
