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© Copyright 2020 Zoeller

®

 Co. All rights reserved.

 

Congratulations on the purchase of the Zoeller  submersible 

grinder pump. Since 1939, the name Zoeller

®

 has represented the 

standard for submersible dewatering and sewage pumps. The same 
high quality workmanship and easy maintenance design has been 
incorporated into this line of heavy-duty submersible grinder pumps. 
This Zoeller

®

 pump will provide years of trouble-free service when 

installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
 

This manual incorporates the installation, operation, 

maintenance, and service instructions into one document to aid 
in the ownership of a Zoeller

®

 submersible wastewater product. 

Model Number: _____________Date Code: _______________

 

Automatic

  

 

Nonautomatic

 

 

Packaged System

 

 

Field Assembled System

 

Job Name: 

___________________________________________

Distributor: 

____________________________________________

Date of Purchase: _______ Zoeller S/O No.: ______________
Contractor: 

____________________________________________

Date of Installation:

 ____________________________________

System Readings During Start-up: Voltage _____ 
Amps ______ 

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODELS 818, 819 & 820 SUBMERSIBLE GRINDER UNITS

Please read and review this manual before installing the product. 
Follow the steps in this manual for a proper start-up. Many items 
contained within, when followed correctly, will not only ensure a 
long and problem-free life for the pump, but also save time and 
money during installation. For replacement parts lists, please 
reference FM2993 for 818 series, FM2995  for 819 series, and 
FM1531 for 820 series. Should further assistance be necessary 
please call our Product Support Department at 1-800-928-PUMP 
(7867).

Owner’s Information

Table of Contents

Safety Instructions ...............................................................1
Limited Warranty .................................................................2
Preinstallation Checklist ......................................................3
General Information ............................................................4
Pump Wiring Instructions ...................................................5
Typical Indoor Prepackaged System ..................................6
Indoor Prepackaged Installation Instructions ....................7
Typical Outdoor Prepackaged System ...............................8
Outdoor Prepackaged Installation Instructions .................9
Operation ............................................................................10
Cutter Maintenance ...........................................................11
Service Checklist ................................................................12

Safety Instructions

TO AVOID SERIOUS OR FATAL PERSONAL   INJURY OR   MAJOR 
PROPERTY DAMAGE, READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY  
INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL AND ON THE PUMP.
THIS MANUAL IS INTENDED TO ASSIST IN THE 
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF THIS UNIT AND MUST 
BE KEPT WITH THE PUMP.

This is a SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL.

When you see this symbol on the pump or in the 

manual, look for one of the following signal words 

and be alert to the potential for personal injury or 

property damage.

Warns of hazards that WILL cause serious personal    

injury, death or major property damage.

Warns of hazards that CAN cause serious personal 

injury, death or major property damage.

Warns of hazards that CAN cause personal injury 

or property damage.

INDICATES SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS WHICH ARE 
VERY IMPORTANT AND MUST BE FOLLOWED.

THOROUGHLY REVIEW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARN-
INGS PRIOR TO PERFORMING ANY WORK ON THIS PUMP.

MAINTAIN ALL SAFETY DECALS.

PUMPS WITH THE “UL” MARK AND PUMPS WITH THE 
“US” MARK ARE TESTED TO UL STANDARD UL778. CSA 
CERTIFIED PUMPS ARE CERTIFIED TO CSA STANDARD 
C22.2 NO. 108.

CAUTION

REFER TO WARRANTY ON PAGE 2.

FM2167

0420

Supersedes

0219

P/N 019555

Product information presented 

here reflects conditions at time 

of  publication. Consult factory 

regarding discrepancies or 

inconsistencies.

MAIL TO

:  P.O. BOX 16347 • Louisville, KY  40256-0347

SHIP TO

:  3649 Cane Run Road  • Louisville, KY  40211-1961

TEL

: (502) 778-2731 • 1 (800) 928-PUMP • 

FAX

: (502) 774-3624

Visit our website:

zoellerpumps.com

Register your 

Zoeller Pump Company 

Product on our website:

http://reg.zoellerpumps.com/

Summary of Contents for 818-0002

Page 1: ...able of Contents Safety Instructions 1 Limited Warranty 2 Preinstallation Checklist 3 General Information 4 Pump Wiring Instructions 5 Typical Indoor Prepackaged System 6 Indoor Prepackaged Installation Instructions 7 Typical Outdoor Prepackaged System 8 Outdoor Prepackaged Installation Instructions 9 Operation 10 Cutter Maintenance 11 Service Checklist 12 Safety Instructions TOAVOIDSERIOUSORFATAL...

Page 2: ...re mechanism or the complete unit No allowance will be made for shipping charges damages labor or other charges that may occur due to product failure repair or replacement This warranty does not apply to and there shall be no warranty for any material or product that has been disassembled without prior approval of Manufacturer subjected to misuse misapplication neglect alteration accident or act o...

Page 3: ...liarities and are secured so that the grinder pump will shut off It is recommended to use rigid pipe and fittings and the pit be 24 in diameter for simplex systems and 36 in diameter for duplex systems or larger 4 Grinderinstallationsshouldbecheckedyearlyfordebrisand orbuildupwhich may interfere with the ON or OFF positions of variable level float control switches Repairandservice otherthancuttera...

Page 4: ...st comply with the National Electrical Code and applicable local codes Conduit and panel enclosure openings must have a gas and watertight seal Installation of electrical panels conduit and connections should be made by a qualified licensed electrician A UL Listed potting kit P N 10 2350 is available from Zoeller Company 4 When installing a pump with a check valve or a rail system with a check val...

Page 5: ... diagram above to secure the float switch properly and obtain the proper tether to customize the on off cycle to each application Note the minimum off level shown above On Prepackaged Systems the tether length is set at 5 Determining Pumping Range in Inches 1 inch 2 5 cm Tether Length 5 10 15 20 22 Pumping Range 9 13 5 18 22 24 Use only as a guide Due to weight of cable pumping range above horizon...

Page 6: ...4 STEEL CORD SEAL INSPECTION PLATE 3 GROMMET SEAL SWITCH CORD ALARM FLOAT BASIN COVER LIFTING BOLT 16 X 1 4 STEEL 5 16 304 STAINLESS STEEL PUMP PLATE PUMP POWER CORD SILENCE INPUT 1 POWER ON FIELD INSTALLED ALARM 4 RUBBER INLET CAST IRON ADAPTERS OFF 24 NOMINAL TO ALARM PANEL BALL VALVE FIELD INSTALLED GALVANIZED PIPE 1 1 4 X 32 GALVANIZED PIPE 1 1 4 X 12 GRINDER PUMP SINGLE PHASE 2HP 1 1 4 GROMME...

Page 7: ...d be located in a very low traffic area within 15 of the power disconnect The hole should be at least 8 larger in diameter than the basin in order to leave 4 of backfill all the way around the perimeter A minimum of 4 of compacted subbase is also required Backfill and subbase should be 1 8 to 3 4 pea gravel or 1 8 to 1 2 crushed stone Also reference the basin installation instructions included wit...

Page 8: ...GLASS AFD 1 25 2 Z RAIL 2 CAST IRON CHECK VALVE 3 4 GUIDE RAILS 2 SCH 80 BALL VALVE 2 FLEX BOOT FITTING LOCATION VARIES WITH BASIN DEPTH FLOAT TREE ASSEMBLY 2HP GRINDER PUMP 2 PVC SCH 80 PLBG 1 8 302 STAINLESS STEEL LIFTING CABLE ALARM ON OFF SOLID FIBERGLASS COVER HIGH WATER ALARM OR SIMPLEX CONTROL PANEL FIELD INSTALLED ALARM FLOAT SWITCH MUST OPERATE OFF LOW VOLTAGE TO BE USED WITH QWIK BOX SK3...

Page 9: ... inner diameter with the hole in the basin Attach the hub to the side of the basin using the sealant and hardware provided 6 The bottom of the excavation can now be properly backfilled compacted and leveled Set basin in hole Ensure the removable cover extends above the finished grade line and the grade slopes awayfromtheunit Backfillandsubbaseshouldbe1 8 3 4 pea gravel or 1 8 1 2 crushed stone Ref...

Page 10: ...rely installed Floats positioned properly Discharge valves open 3 16 vent hole drilled in pipe between check valve and pump Once the above has been verified proceed with the following checks Pump power cables and control floats properly installed and voltage verified Conduit connections to panel and junction box are properly sealed After installing the pump into the containment area with adequate ...

Page 11: ...ing both disc and cutter to a 32 micro finish Do not attempt grinding in the field Send parts to a qualified machine shop or return to the factory for repair The disc cutter and shims are a matched set Keep parts together Measure disc before and after resurfacing with micrometer and record measurements 7 After resurfacing the disc and cutter must be flat within 0 001 If the disc has been surface g...

Page 12: ...ways disconnect pump and panel from its power source before handling Never enter the basin until it has been properly ventedandtested Anypersonenteringabasinshouldbewearing aharnesswithsafetyropeextendingtothesurfacesothattheycan be pulled out in case of asphyxiation Sewage water gives off methane and hydrogen sulfide gases both of which can be highly poisonous Installation and checking of electri...

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