Pump Installation
Securely connect a stainless steel wire cable or a rope to the handle of the pump ensuring
that the wire/cable exceeds the safe working load of 10kg. If you are using a hard discharge
pipe, thread this into the outlet of the pump housing. If you are using a flexible discharge
hose, use hose clamps to secure this to the fitting provided. Lower the pump into the tank
using the rope or wire cable. Lower the pump onto a hard level surface that is elevated from
the base of the tank. This is to keep the pump inlet above sediments in the bottom of the tank.
OTB450A Model
Ensure that the float switch can move freely within the tank – incorrect operation and pump
failure may occur if the float switch becomes trapped. Connect the power plug to a suitable
outlet. The pump will operate when the float is higher than level, and stop operating when
the pump float is in the low position. If the pump must be removed from the tank, use the
lifting rope or lifting wire cable to lift it. Do not use the power cable or the float switch to lift the
pump. Do not fix the automatic float switch to the “ON” position as pump failure may occur
(Refer to Trouble Shooting section). Your TankBuddy is designed to operate submerged in
water.
Fittings and Accessories
Ensure that you have all required fittings and accessories prior to installing your TankBuddy:
Threadseal tape (hard discharge pipe installations)
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Hose clamps (flexible discharge hose installations)
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Cable ties
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A larger diameter hose or pipe will offer less resistance to flow, and so give better
performance.
Hazardous voltage.
Can shock, burn, or
cause death.
WARNING
Pentair Water advises against the use of extension
cords due to their lack of protection against water and
due to potential voltage drop. Supply voltage that is
outside limits specified in the Technical Information
section can cause motor to overheat, leading to
overload tripping, reduced component life or serious
pump damage and voids warranty.
The pump must be supplied from a circuit protected
by a residual current device – RCD (also known as
an Electrical Leakage Circuit breaker – ELCB) with a
maximum rated residual current of 30mA.
