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Installation and operating instructions
1. GENERAL
1.1 About this document
These installation and operating instructions are an integral
part of the product. They must be kept readily available at the
place where the product is installed. Strict adherence to these
instructions is a precondition for the proper use and correct
operation of the product.
These installation and operating instructions conform to the rel-
evant version of the product and the underlying safety stand-
ards valid at the time of going to press.
2. SAFETY
These instructions contain important information which must
be followed when installing and operating the pump. It is
therefore imperative that they be read by both the installer
and the operator before the pump is installed or operated.
Both the general safety instructions in this section and the more
specific safety points in the following sections should be
observed.
2.1 Instruction symbols used in this operating manual
Symbols:
General danger symbol
Hazards from electrical causes
NOTE: ...
Signal words:
DANGER!
Imminently hazardous situation.
Will result in death or serious injury if not avoided.
WARNING!
Risk of (serious) injury. 'Warning' implies that failure to
comply with the safety instructions is likely to result in
(severe) personal injury.
CAUTION!
Risk of damage to the pump/installation. ‘Caution’
alerts to user to potential product damage due to non-
compliance with the safety instructions
NOTE:
Useful information on the handling of the product. It
alerts the user to potential difficulties
2.2 Personnel qualification
The personnel installing the pump must have the appropriate
qualification for this work.
2.3 Risks incurred by failure to comply with the safety
instructions
Failure to comply with the safety precautions could result in
personal injury or damage to the pump or installation. Failure
to comply with the safety precautions could also invalidate
any claim for damages.
In particular, failure to comply with these safety instructions
could give rise, for example, to the following risks:
• Failure of important pump or system functions,
• Failure of specified maintenance and repair methods
• Personal injury due to electrical, mechanical and bacterio-
logical causes.
• Damage to property
2.4 Safety instructions for the operator
The relevant accident precaution regulations must be
observed.
Potential dangers caused by electrical energy must be
excluded. Local or general regulations [e.g. IEC, VDE, etc.]
and directives from local energy supply companies are to be
followed.
2.5 Safety instructions for inspection and assembly
The operator must ensure that all inspection and assembly
work is carried out by authorised and qualified specialists who
have carefully studied these instructions.
Work on a pump or installation should only be carried out once
the latter has been brought to a standstill.
2.6 Unauthorised modification and manufacture of spare
parts
Changes to the pump/machinery may only be made in agree-
ment with the manufacturer. The use of original spare parts
and accessories authorised by the manufacturer will ensure
safety. The use of any other parts may invalidate claims invok-
ing the liability of the manufacturer for any consequences.
2.7 Improper use
The operating safety of the pump or installation can only be
guaranteed if it is used in accordance with paragraph 4 of the
operating instructions. All values must neither exceed nor fall
below the limit values given in the catalogue or data sheet.
3. TRANSPORT AND INTERIM STORAGE
Inspect the pump/system for transport damage immediately
upon arrival. Any transport damage found must be reported to
the carrier within the prescribed periods.
CAUTION! Risk of damage to the pump!
Risk of damage due to improper handling during trans-
port or storage.
•The pump may only be hung from or carried using the
handle provided for transport. Never suspend or carry
using the cable!
•The pump should be protected against moisture, frost
and physical damage during transport and interim stor-
age.
4. APPLICATIONS
WARNING! Health hazard!
The materials are not designed for drinking water sup-
ply.
The pump must not be used for pumping drinking water.
The submersible motor-driven pump is suitable for transporting
sewage from shafts and tanks. It is used primarily for pressure
drainage of sewage water for domestic purposes (according
to EN 12056 in compliance with the country-specific prefaces
and regulations).
The pump is not suitable for use with flow media containing sol-
ids such as sand, stones or metals.