Zehnder Pumpen S-ZPK Series, Operation Manual

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1.4 Range of application
The pumps of the type series ZPK are adapted for the discharge of slightly polluted liquids with
suspended solids (no stones) from private homes, in the industrial sector and agriculture.
The dimension of the suspended solids must not exceed the maximum grit size as mentioned in point
1.3. The pumps must not be used for the discharge of sewages containing excrements.
1.5 Accessories
The pumps of the type series ZPK are delivered with an outlet bend with a nut connector (1¼
″
), to
which a hose (1
″
in case of ZPK 30, 1
1
/
4
″
in case of ZPK 35 and ZPK 40) may be connected.
As optional accessory (not included in scope of delivery) a retrofit kit, outlet bend with non-return valve,
with the article number 17016 is available. This is preassembled and consists of:
Bend 90° 1 1/4" IG/AG, non-return valve 1 1/4", str aight hose nozzle 1 1/4" with seal for a hose
diameter of 25 and 32 mm.
Furthermore, the pumps market with “A” are equipped with a floating switch and the pumps marked
with “KS” are equipped with a compact floating switch for confined spaces.
2. Safety
(from: “VDMA sheet 24 292“)
The operation manual at hand provides basic notes which must be taken into account during
assembly, operation and maintenance works. Therefore, before assembly and commissioning, this
operation manual must be read by the assembler as well as by the responsible personnel/operator at
all costs. It always must be available on site of operation of the device.
The general safety notes listed under the main point safety are not the only notes to be taken into
account. Please also observe the specific safety instructions, such as those for private use, listed
under other main points.
2.1 Marking of the notes contained in the operation manual
The safety notes contained in this operation manual which can cause danger to persons are
specifically marked by the following general danger symbol
Safety sign according to DIN 4844 - W 9
The following symbol warns against dangers caused by voltage
Safety sign according to DIN 4844 - W 8
In case of safety notes the non-observance of which can cause danger to the device and its
functioning, the word ATTENTION! is inserted.
Notes that are directly attached to the device, such as - Arrow indicating the direction of rotation
- Characteristics of liquid connections
must be observed and kept in completely readable condition at all costs.
2.2 Personnel development and training
The personnel responsible for operation, maintenance, inspection and assembly must have the
corresponding qualifications for those types of work. Area of responsibility, competence and the
surveillance of the personnel must be regulated precisely by the operator. If the personnel do not
possess the necessary knowledge, they must be trained and instructed. By order of the operator of the
pump, the instruction and training, if necessary, can be carried out by the manufacturer/supplier.
Furthermore the operator must make sure that the personnel have completely understood the content
of the operation manual.