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10. IMPORTANT re SAFETY SWITCH (RCD);
(a) The Pump must be connected to a suitable power circuit protected by a RCD (safety switch) having a rated residual operating current
not exceeding 30mA, in the circuit breaker. (3-Phase 415 Volt Pumps must be installed by a licenced Electrician according to applicable
Regulations & Australian Standards) Disconnect the pump from power supply when people are in the water, or when servicing or repairing
the pump. All warranty is void if this instruction is not followed. Plugging into existing outlets may cause low voltage supply to the motor,
which may trip motor overload, or burn out the motor, which will not be covered by the Warranty.
(b) Surge Protection - We recommend that a surge protector is used to protect the electronics of this pump, as damage due to power
surges is not covered by the Warranty.
11. MAINS PRESSURE BOOSTING
This is a specialized type of application, and must be completed by a Qualified Plumber or Pump
Technician who is competent and licenced to perform this type of installation.
12. VOLTAGE
of power supply must match the voltage of the pump – 240V AC only for Single-Phase pumps, 415V for 3-Phase pumps,
refer to the nameplate of the pump for correct voltage. Do not run on generator power from low quality/old generators. If you only have
generator power, you may need to have the Pressure Controller removed and replaced with a Pressure Tank and Switch, at additional cost.
The Pressure Controller will be damaged by the voltage fluctuations caused by power supplied by low quality generators. High quality
“Sine-Wave” generators are usually acceptable but we cannot guarantee this, as we have no control over the generator that you use, it is
your responsibility to ensure the generator used is fit for the purpose.
13.
WARNING:
these pumps are not designed for, and must not be installed in locations classified as hazardous.
14. THE FOLLOWING MAY CAUSE SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE PUMP AND WILL VOID WARRANTY;
(a) Using an extension cord to power the pump.
(b) Cutting the earth pin off the plug or using an adapter fitting or double adapter.
(c) Working on the pump while connected to the power supply.
(d) Removing motor housing, or dissembling the pump housing, except by a qualified technician
(e) Pumping chemicals or corrosive liquids or flammable liquids.
(f) Pumping hot liquids (Exceeding 40° Centigrade)
(g) Using a generator for power supply - see 12
(h) Operations that involve frequent starting. This will lead to premature failure of the capacitor. We recommend that if the pump is
regularly starting more often than 10 times per hour, you should add a 18L or larger pressure tank into the system. Occasional frequent
starting (for example during the evening showers) is not a problem, but constant (most of the day) frequent starting is a problem. Note
that if the pump starts and stops more than 7 times within 2 minutes, it may switch itself off and you will need to press the restart button
to reactivate it.
15.PUMP PRIMING AND START UP
(a) Dry operation will destroy the pump seals and is not covered by warranty.
(b) Remove the pressure controller by loosening the barrel union, (or use the priming plug at the front of the wet-end, near the inlet, but
that is slower) and completely fill the pump chamber with water before starting.
(c) Turn the pump on, if water does not flow, turn it off and repeat step 15(b) again, and if it is suction-lift the entire suction pipe may need
to be pre-primed.
(d) If it still does not pump water, check the intake and discharge pipework is free from airlocks, or any other obstructions and refer to the
TROUBLESHOOTING guide.
16. SUCTION LIFT
Suction lift installations are notoriously troublesome, and almost invariably it is not the pump that causes the problem, we recommend
using a submersible pump system if at all possible.
WARNING!
Multistage pumps are not recommended to be used in suction lift applications. Contact REEFE Pumps technicians on 1800 807
604 if you have any questions in relation to suction lift installation.
17. OVERLOAD PROTECTION
This pump has a built in thermal protection switch. The pump stops if a high-temperature condition occurs. The motor restarts
automatically after it has cooled down when the built in thermal protector resets itself. Or you may need to turn the power off and on
again to reset it. If this problem reoccurs - check as per 15
18. IMPORTANT NOTES
(a) Do not switch the pump on and off frequently, as this will cause damage to the electronics and void warranty. (b) Do not attempt to
adjust the flow via the intake pipework (c) If there is insufficient water, the motor will stop. See 15 (f) and also 19. (d) If the pump is idle
for a long period of time or in very low temperature, the water should be drained to avoid damage to the pump and/or stagnation of
water.
DANGER!
Keep the pump equipment protected from interference by pets, wildlife, children, infirm persons or incompetent persons.
WARNING!
This pump is designed for clean fresh water only, in non-hazardous locations. It must NOT be used as a continuous duty fountain pump, or
dirty water, or liquids other than water. Install in well ventilated and well drained area.
19. PUMP CONTROLLER FUNCTION AND OPERATION:
The Pump Controller (sometimes referred to as the Pressure Controller) fitted to this pump is designed to be almost completely automatic,
and will restart itself if the pump runs out of water; you should not normally need to do anything. Instructions and basic function;
a) Use for CLEAN rainwater only – you must fit a prefilter or Y-Strainer to the intake (suction pipe) of the pump
b) Do not use a low quality generator for power supply - see section 12 - as this may damage the electronics
c) Protect from direct sunlight to avoid UV damage to the plastic
d) The pump controller will stop the pump if there is no water in the pump
e) It then immediately rechecks for water (Starts pump) for a 15 second trial. Then rechecks again at the 3 minute mark, 1 hour mark, 5
hour mark and then every 24 hours after until the pump reprimes.
f) When the pump is connected to a rain water tank, once the tank refills with water, the pump automatically reprimes and starts to supply.
g) If it happens to do this in the middle of the night it can be annoying! In the morning, turn it off & on again after 30 seconds and it will
reset itself so it does the checking in daylight hours.
h) Leak detection function: if the pump starts and stops 7 times or more in about 2 minutes, the pump may turn off automatically. If this
occurs, investigate what is leaking.
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