Clarke CVPS, 6499642 User guide

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MODEL NO: CVPS
PART NO:
PART NO: 6499642
Strong Chemical Vane Pump

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE vane pump,
Suitable for use with strong corrosive chemicals such as acid (not suitable for use with nitric acid), alkali and water based chemicals.
Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully.
WARNING: THIS PRODUCT SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR FLUID TRANSFER INTO AIRCRAFT. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR USE WITH FLUIDS FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION OR AQUEOUS FLUIDS.

SAFETY

To ensure safe and efficient operation, it is essential to read and follow each of these warnings and precautions.
1. When used to pump flammable liquids, improper use or installation of this product can cause serious bodily injury or death.
2. Do NOT smoke near the pump or use the pump near an open flame. Fire could result.
3. When pumping flammable liquids, all equipment must be grounded to prevent the build up of static electricity which may ignite vapours or gases.

SPECIFICATIONS

Barrel Adaptor Size 2" BSP Outlet Tube Diameter 19 mm
Max Flow 0.35l per rotation Dims (WxDxH) 215 x 270 x 1325 mm
Inlet Tube Diameter 27 mm Product Weight 2.1 kg

GUARANTEE

This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be required as proof of purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can be returned to us without prior permission.
This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.
Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com
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ASSEMBLY

WHAT IS SUPPLIED ASSEMBLED

FITTING THE PUMP TO A BARREL

1. Assemble the pump using the required number of inlet tubes. Use the PTFE tape at all connections
• The tube which contains the black fiter + mesh should be at the bottom.
2. Screw the collar into the threaded opening of the barrel.
3. Raise or lower the inlet tube so that it is just off of the bottom of the barrel when fitted.

USING THE PUMP

1. Make sure all connections are secure and place a suitable container under the spout.
2. Rotate the handle to draw fluid from the barrel.
• The first time you use the pump, liquid should begin flowing after several turns of the handle

MAINTENANCE

CLEANING THE INLET FILTER

1. Unscrew the inlet filter from the bottom of the inlet tube and clear away any debris it has trapped.
2. Replace the filter.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE THE PUMP WITHOUT THE FILTER IN PLACE.
Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com
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CHEMICAL RESISTANCE TABLE

• Room Temperature
•% Say Mass Concentration
WATER ACIDS ALKALI PETROLEUM
BASED
Sea Water Acetic Acid
20%
Boric Acid 10%
Citric Acid 10%
Formic Acid Soap Solution Isopropanol
Hydraulic Acid 35%
Lactic Acid 80%
Nitric Acid 30%
Oxalic Acid 50%
Potassium Hydroxide 25%
Sodium Hydroxide solution 50%
Silicone Oil Calcium
HALOGENS ALCOHOL THINNER
Ethanol 96% Acetone
Chloride 10%
Copper Sulphate
Potassium Dichromate 10%
Sodium Chloride 10%
Sodium Nitrate 10%
Sodium Thiosulphate
Zinc Chloride 10%
Glycerine
Glycol
Methanol
Propanol
Phosphoric Acid 50%
Sulphuric Acid 80%
Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com
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Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com
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