OperatiOn and parts Manual
THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
MOdel cx400/px400
subMersible puMps
Revision #1 (12/03/10)
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Page 1: ...peration and Parts Manual THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES MODEL cx400 px400 submersible pumps Revision 1 12 03 10 www discount equipment com D i s c o u n t E q u i p m e n t c o m ...
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Page 3: ...ts 12 Direct Power Operation 13 Float Switches 14 FloatSwitches 15 FloatSwitches ControlBox 16 Operation 17 20 Maintenance 21 23 Troubleshooting 24 Control Box CB3 WiringDiagram 25 Explanation of Code in Remarks Column 26 Suggested Spare Parts 27 Component Drawings CX400 Pump Assembly 28 29 PX400 Pump Assembly 30 31 Terms and Conditions of Sale Parts 32 NOTICE Specifications and part numbers are s...
Page 4: ...and are preceded by one of four words danger Warning caution or notice SaFetY SYmbolS danger Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided Will result in deatH or SeriouS inJurY Warning Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in deatH or SeriouS inJurY caution Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate inJurY NOTICE Addre...
Page 5: ... when the equipment is in operation do not use the equipment for any purpose other than its intended purposes or applications NOTICE This equipment should only be operated by trained and qualified personnel 18 years of age and older Whenever necessary replace nameplate operation and safety decals when they become difficult read Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any accident due to eq...
Page 6: ...ed alWaYS keep the machine in proper running condition do not attempt to thaw out a frozen pump by using a torch or other source of flame Application of heat in this manner may heat the oil in the seal cavity above the critical point causing pump damage do not pump water with a temperature greater than 104 F do not pump liquids containing acid or alkali alWaYS check strainer before pumping Make su...
Page 7: ...n result from operating an ungrounded motor control box Safety danger alWaYS have a qualified electrician perform the control box installation The possibility exists of electrical shock or electrocution NOTICE alWaYS mount control box in a vertical position protected from harsh environmental elements liFting SaFetY caution When raising or lowering of the pump is required always attach an adequate ...
Page 8: ...00 Sub pump operation and parts manual rev 1 12 03 10 dimensions Figure 1 CX400 PX400 Pump Dimensions 9 76 in 248 mm FRONT VIEW 14 96 in 380 mm 6 3 in 160 mm TOP VIEW CX400 PX400 D i s c o u n t E q u i p m e n t c o m ...
Page 9: ... Condenser Drive Impeller Plastic Suction Discharge Size 2 in 50 mm Maximum Pumping Capacity 72 gallons minute 273 liters minute Max Head 34 ft 10 3 meters Power 1 2 HP 37 kw Voltage Phase 1Ø 115 V Starting Amps 35 4 18 4 Running Amps 7 6 2 Control Box Required NO See Note 3 Temperature Range 32 104 F 0 40 C Thermal Overload Protection YES Rotation CCW See Note 1 Mechanical Seal Oil Capacity 15 54...
Page 10: ...page 10 cx400 px400 Sub pump operation and parts manual rev 1 12 03 10 performance curve Figure 2 Pump Performance Curve D i s c o u n t E q u i p m e n t c o m ...
Page 11: ...brasion resistance plastic minimizes wear and extends impeller life PUMP CASING High strength plastic design makes pump a great choice in corrosive environments Ideal for use in marine and certain chemical applications If the pump was used to pump water containing mud silt use clean water to flush out the pump after each use DO NOT allow the pump to run dry for an extended period of time as this w...
Page 12: ...peratures The motor will automatically restart once the temperature returns to an acceptable operating temperature 4 Mechanical Seal The hydraulic oil in the pump cavity is designed to provide cooling for the pump seal This SUBMERSIBLE PUMP 1 2 6 3 8 7 4 5 allows the pump to run dry for a limited period of time 5 Discharge Port Connect a 2 inch hose to this port Remember to adequately support the ...
Page 13: ...k disconnect switch be installed as a means of turning the power on and off When operating the pump using direct power no control box the pump must be monitored at all times Failure to monitor the pump during operation could lead to severe pump damage should the pump encounter problems such as a stuck impeller or not fully immersed in water Figure 4 Direct Power Application LIFTING ROPE 2 INCH DIS...
Page 14: ...ue to water temperature and cord shape Please note as the tether length increases so does the variance of the pumping range PUMP ON 60 60 120 PUMP OFF SUBMERSIBLE PUMP Table 3 Pumping Range Tether Length 2 in 5 08 cm 4 in 10 16 cm 6 in 15 24 cm 8 in 20 32 cm 10 in 25 4 cm 12 in 30 48 cm 14 in 35 56 cm 16 in 40 46 cm Pumping Range 6 in 15 24 cm 10 in 25 4 cm 14 in 35 56 cm 18 in 45 72 cm 22 in 55 8...
Page 15: ...and Figure 9 3 Secure the clamp to the discharge hose as shown in Figure 8 DO NOT install cord under hose clamp 4 Using a screwdriver tighten the hose clamp DO NOT over tighten Make sure the float cord is not allowed to touch the excess hose clamp band during operation Figure 8 Single Float Switch Application PUMP AC POWER CABLE PUMPING RANGE SINGLE FLOAT SWITCH APPLICATION MODEL SW1A 3 5 in 9 cm ...
Page 16: ...m COIL WHITE BLACK WHITE BLACK POWER ON LAMP OPERATION SWITCH WHITE BLACK AUTO OFF MANUAL N L T2 T1 CONTACTOR START FLOAT SWITCH CONNECT TO TERMINALS AS SHOWN SECURE FLOAT SWITCH WIRES TO PUMP DISCHARGE HOSE STOP FLOAT SWITCH CONNECT TO TERMINALS AS SHOWN PUMPING RANGE GREEN CHASSIS GROUND GFCI RECEPTACLE EXTERNAL SINGLE PHASE 115 VAC POWER SOURCE JUMPER GND PUMP POWER CORD FLOAT SWITCH CORD AC PO...
Page 17: ...RM CARRYING HANDLE POWER CORD 115 VAC POWER PLUG GREEN BLACK EXTERNAL 1Ø 115 VAC 60 Hz POWER SOURCE CIRCUIT BREAKER L N WHITE GND BUS SUBMERSIBLE PUMP operation Figure 12 Submersible Pump Tilted Position Incorrect Pump Power Connections No Control Box 1 Make sure circuit breaker supplying power to pump motor is in the OFF position 2 Insert the power cable plug Figure 11 into the appropriate power ...
Page 18: ...n WARNING Explosion or Fire Hazard exists if this pump is used with flammable liquids DO NOT use thispumpwithflammableliquids DONOT install this pump in hazardous locations as defined by the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 Single Phase Power Installation Input The CX400 PX400 submersible pumps require 1Ø 115 VAC 60 Hz power for normal operation If you cannot determine what your pump s power ...
Page 19: ...nections Float Switch Terminal Block No Wire Color Start TB1 A1 TB1 A2 Black White Stop TB1 B8 TB1 B7 Black White Table 6 1Ø 115 VAC Power Connections Wire Color Contactor BLACK L1 WHITE L2 GREEN GROUND operation 4 Connect the other end of the AC power cord to the voltage source Remember to provide a means of disconnecting the power from the control box circuit breaker or quick disconnect switch A...
Page 20: ...ration switch in the OFF position ON Automatic Operation 1 For unattended operation of the pump place the operation switch Figure 15 in the AUTO position Figure 15 Manual Off On SW AUTO Position 2 In the AUTO mode the pump will run as long as there is a sufficient amount of water for the start float switch to be activated This water level is determined by the setting of the float switches The stop...
Page 21: ...n reinstalling oil plug apply teflon tape to prevent leaking REMOVE PACKING REMOVE OIL PLUG LAY PUMP FLAT ON ITS SIDE SUBMERSIBLE PUMP PX400 NOTICE Refer to Figure 21 for the location of oil plug for the CX400 submersible pump Pump must be dis assembled to gain access to oil plug When adding oil to the CX400 pump pump must be turned upside down Changing Lubrication Oil 4 000 hours 12 months 1 If l...
Page 22: ... 4 Slide mechanical seal from casing cover cavity and replace with new one 5 Replace o ring impeller washer and conical lock washer if necessary 6 Reassemble in reverse order REMOVE BOLTS 4 PLACES MECHANICAL SEAL IMPELLER IMPELLER SCREW REMOVE NUTS 4 PLACES CASING O RING IMPELLER WASHER CONICAL LOCK WASHER CASING COVER maintenance Impeller Mechanical Seal Replacement CX400 Reference the following ...
Page 23: ...is a portable device that is a resistance meter ohmmeter with a built in DC generator that develops a high DC voltage The high DC voltage from the IR tester is usually 500VDC or more This voltage when applied causes a small current to flow through and over the insulation s surfaces The tester provides a direct reading of IR in megohms A high resistance reading would indicate a good insulation mean...
Page 24: ...tor windings Use multimeter to check motor insulation Insulation resistance must be approximately 15 megaohms If resistance is low disassemble pump motor and bake windings to dry them Defective motor and pump bearings Check for excessive bearing wear if worn replace bearings Replace motor if defective Pump Fails to Deliver Full Output Twisted or restricted dis charge hose Lay hose flat un kinked R...
Page 25: ...ER SOURCE CIRCUIT BREAKER WHITE BLACK L GROUND N GREEN OFF MANUAL AUTO OPERATION SWITCH WHITE GND BLACK BLACK INPUT POWER CORD GREEN WHITE START FLOAT SWITCH HIGH WHITE BLACK CB3 CONTROL BOX WIRING DIAGRAM 115 VAC 60 Hz ELECTRIC MOTOR WIRING DIAGRAM BLACK CHASSIS GND BLACK TB1 A B WARNING CONTROL BOX INSTALLATION IS TO BE PERFORMED BY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN OR QUALIFIED PERSONNEL THE POSSIBILITY O...
Page 26: ...ailability of the parts listed NOTICE When ordering a part that has more than one item number listed check the remarks column for help in determining the proper part to order QtY column numbers used Item quantity can be indicated by a number a blank entry or A R A R As Required is generally used for hoses or other parts that are sold in bulk and cut to length A blank entry generally indicates that...
Page 27: ...ty P N Description 1 020CX400120 AC CORD WITH GLAND CX400 1 020CX400060 MECHANICAL SEAL CX400 1 020PX400120 AC CORD WITH GLAND PX400 1 020PX400060 MECHANICAL SEAL PX400 NOTICE Part numbers on this Suggested Spare Parts list may supersede replace the part numbers shown in the following parts lists D i s c o u n t E q u i p m e n t c o m ...
Page 28: ...page 28 cx400 px400 Sub pump operation and parts manual rev 1 12 03 10 CX400 pump assy D i s c o u n t E q u i p m e n t c o m ...
Page 29: ...0CX400081 OIL SEAL 1 119 020CX400119 MOTOR 1 120 020CX400120 AC CORD 1 121 020CX400121 BAND 1 125 020CX400125 SCREW 4 126 020CX400126 WASHER LOCK 2 156 020CX400156 HEAD COVER 1 157 020CX400157 HEAD COVER PACKING 1 160 020CX400160 SLEEVE 1 299 1 020CX400299A BOLT 5 299 2 020CX400299B BOLT 2 300 020CX400300 WASHER FLAT 7 398 020CX400398 STUD BOLT 4 399 020CX400399 NUT 4 400 020CX400400 WASHER 4 444 ...
Page 30: ...page 30 cx400 px400 Sub pump operation and parts manual rev 1 12 03 10 PX400 pump assy D i s c o u n t E q u i p m e n t c o m ...
Page 31: ...065 OIL PLUG SCREW 1 67 020PX400067 PACKING 1 74 020PX400074 PACKING 1 102 020PX400102 DISCHARGE PORT 1 103 020PX400103 PACKING 1 104 020PX400104 BOLT 2 106 020PX400106 CUSHION RUBBER 4 107 020PX400107 SCREW 4 119 020PX400119 MOTOR 1 120 020PX400120 AC CORD 1 125 020PX400125 SCREW 2 260 020PX400260 WASHER LOCK 2 263 020PX400263 WASHER 2 299 020PX400299 BOLT 4 300 020PX400300 WASHER 4 321 020PX4003...
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