Clarke PUMP PSP125 Operating And Maintenance Instructions Manual

PUDDLE PUMP

PUDDLE PUMP

MODEL No: PSP125

Part No: 7230692

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

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SPECIFICATIONS

Model number .................................................... PSP125

Rated voltage ..................................................... 230VAC 50Hz

Input power ......................................................... 293 Watts

Maximum delivery capacity .............................125 litres per minute

Maximum head...................................................10.2 metres

Maximum particle size ....................................... 3 mm

Maximum Depth ................................................. 7 meters

Min. water level for operation .......................... 2-3 mm

Power cable length ............................................ 10 metres

Weight (approx.)................................................. 4.83 kg with cable

Part Number ........................................................ 7230692

Please note that the details and specifications contained herein, are correct at
the time of going to print. However CLARKE International reserve the right to
change specifications at any time without prior notice. Always consult the
machine’s data plate

When disposing of this product, do not dispose of with general waste. It must be disposed of according to the laws
governing Waste Electrical and Electronic equipment, at a recognised disposal facility.

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CONTENTS

Specifications ......................................................................... 2

Guarantee ............................................................................... 3

Contents .................................................................................. 3

Safety Instructions .................................................................. 4

Electrical Connections .......................................................... 5

Parts Identification ................................................................. 6

Recommended Uses.............................................................. 7

Preparation.............................................................................. 8

Using The Puddle Pump ......................................................... 9

Cleaning and Maintainence ................................................ 10

Troubleshooting ...................................................................... 10

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE puddle pump.

Before using the pump, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the
instructions carefully, in doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that
of others around you, and you can look forward it giving long and satisfactory
service.

GUARANTEE

• This CLARKE product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a
period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt
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.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

KEEP CHILDREN AWAY: Do not allow children to touch the puddle pump, cables

or connections. Visitors should be kept away from the work area.

STORE IDLE TOOLS: When not in use, the puddle pump should be stored in a dry,
secure place out of the reach of children.

DISCONNECT TOOLS: Disconnect the puddle pump from the mains supply when
not in use, or when making adjustments etc.

REPAIRS: Have the puddle pump repaired by a qualified person.

STAY ALERT: Watch what you are doing. Use common sense and caution. Never

operate the puddle pump when you are tired.

DO NOT ABUSE THE MAINS LEAD: Never carry the puddle pump by the mains
lead or pull it to disconnect it from the mains socket. Keep the mains lead away
from heat, oil and sharp edges. Always check the plug, mains cable and float
switch cable for damage prior to use. Do NOT use if damaged. Refer to
qualified service personnel for repair. If you have to use an extension lead with
this product, it must be designed for outdoor use and incorporate a cable
suitable for use with Class I appliances.

USE A RESIDUAL CURRENT DEVICE: To provide personal protection against
harmful electric current, the puddle pump must be supplied through a high
sensitivity residual current device (RCD) with a rated residual operating current
not exceeding 30mA.

POWER LEAD: If you need to lower the pump into a shaft or well, Tie rope round
the handle and lower the pump using the rope. Do not lower the pump using
the mains lead.

SWIMMING POOLS: If the pump is being used to drain swimming pools, ensure
thet no children or animals are in the pool whenever the pump is being used.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Connect the mains lead to a standard, 230 Volt (50Hz) electrical supply through
an approved 13 amp BS 1363 plug, or a suitably fused isolator switch.

WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with

the following code:

Green & Yellow - Earth

Blue - Neutral

Brown - Live

As the colours of the flexible lead of this appliance may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying terminals in your plug proceed as follows:

• Connect GREEN & YELLOW cord to terminal marked with a letter “E”
or Earth symbol “ ” or coloured GREEN or GREEN & YELLOW.

• Connect BROWN cord to terminal marked with a letter “L” or
coloured RED.

• Connect BLUE cord to terminal marked with a letter “N” or coloured
BLACK.

If this appliance is fitted with a plug which is moulded onto the electric cable
(i.e. non-rewireable) please note:

1. The plug must be thrown away if it is cut from the electric cable.
There is a danger of electric shock if it is subsequently inserted into a
socket outlet.

2. Never use the plug without the fuse cover fitted.

3. When replacing a detachable fuse carrier, ensure the correct
replacement is used (as indicated by marking or colour code).

4. Replacement fuse covers can be obtained from your local dealer
or most electrical stockists.

FUSE RATING

The fuse in the plug must be replaced with one of the same rating (13 amps)
and this replacement must be ASTA approved to BS1362.

We strongly recommend that this machine is connected to the mains supply via
a Residual Current Device (RCD)

If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician. DO NOT attempt any repairs
yourself.

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PARTS IDENTIFICATION

Suction Base

Carry Handle

Motor
Housing

Multi hose fitting

Water
Outlet

Control Switch

Automatic (A) / Manual (M)

Open (O) - See

Maintenance

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RECOMMENDED USES

The recommended uses for this pump are:

• Drainage after flooding

• The transfer of liquids

• Drainage of containers

• Taking water from wells and shafts

Liquids that CAN be pumped:

• Clean water

• Contaminated water (maximum particle size 3 mm)

Note: always consider the outlet hose diameter

• Swimming pool water

Note: After pumping chlorinated water or other liquids containing
additives, the pump should be thoroughly rinsed with clean water

• Soapy water

Liquids that MUST NOT be pumped are:

• Corrosive substances

• Combustible or explosive substances (petrol, thinners etc.)

• Fats, oils or salts

• Waste from toilets or urinals

This puddle pump is not designed for circulating operations (i.e. water fountain).

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PREPARATION

CONNECTING THE OUTLET HOSE

WARNING!

ENSURE THAT THE PUDDLE PUMP IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE MAINS POWER

SUPPLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE HOSE.

NOTE: The outlet hose is not supplied with the
puddle pump.

The puddle pump is supplied with a multi
hose adapter(as illustrated), for use with 25
mm (1“) and 32 mm (1 -1 /4”) hoses,

IMPORTANT! When screwing on the adapter,
ensure the non-return valve is correcly
located so that the flap opens upwards.

The multi hose adapter allows hose to be
attached using hose clips or screw-on
adapters.

If you wish to connect a 1 “ hose using a
hose clip, simply attach it to the end of the
adapter.

If you wish to use a 1 “BSP hose adapter (for
1 “ dia. hose), cut the multi hose adapter at
point

A.

If you wish to connect a 1-1/4" hose using a
hose clip, cut the adapter at point B

If you wish to use a 1-1 /4"BSP hose adapter
(for 1-1/4" dia. hose), cut the multi hose adapter at point C.

We strongly recommend that you connect the outlet to the 1-1/4" diameter, as
any restrictions will reduce capacity, and put additional strain on the motor.

NOTE:

Please bear in mind that a hose adapter
requires the use of a rubber washer, and the
point at which the multi hose adapter is cut
(points A and C), must be perfectly clean
and square.

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USING THE PUDDLE PUMP

WARNING!

BEFORE USING THE PUDDLE PUMP, CHECK TO MAKE SURE THAT IT IS NOT

DAMAGED. DO NOT USE A DAMAGED PUMP. REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE

PERSONNEL.

1 Connect an outlet hose. See page 8.

• Make sure the outlet hose is clear of obstructions and not kinked.

2 The pumps are completely submersible, and should be placed in a

vertical position, on a solid flat surface. If this is not available, sit the pump
a solid surface, eg. house bricks, but ensure they are not likely to shift.

IMPORTANT:

ALWAYS RAISE AND LOWER THE PUMP USING A ROPE ATTACHED TO THE

LIFTING HANDLE, NEVER BY THE POWER CABLE.

3 Connect the mains power cable to a high sensitivity residual current device

(RCD) with a tripping current of <30mA to provide personal protection
against harmful electric current.

4 Switch the mains power supply on, and place the pump into the water you

want to drain.

• The pump will automatically switch on whenever the water depth is
above 85 mm.

5 The pump will begin to drain water to a predetermined depth of 25mm.

6 To drain down further (to a height of 2-3 mm) or if the water depth is less

then 85 mm, set the control switch to the M (manual) position.

• The pump is fitted with a thermal cut out to protect the motor from
overheating. If the thermal cut out activates, the motor will
automatically switch back on when it has cooled down sufficiently.

7 When the pumping is finished, switch off and disconnect from the mains

power supply.

WARNING!

DO NOT ALLOW THE PUMP TO RUN DRY. IF THE PUMP IS RUN DRY, INCREASED
WEAR WILL OCCUR AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE PUMP. SIMILARLY, DO NOT
ALLOW THE PUMP TO RUN FOR MORE THAN 10 MINUTES IF THE DELIVERY SIDE

BECOMES BLOCKED AS THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE PUMP.

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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING!

MAKE SURE THAT THE PUDDLE PUMP IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY

BEFORE STARTING ANY CLEANING, OR MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.

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• Always keep the body of the pump, clean and free
from dirt, sediment and debris.

• If the base becomes clogged it must be
disconnected from the mains and clean the base.

• To gain access to the float
compartment to check float
functioning, and to clean the
compartment etc., push the
control switch fully down to the
O’ position and pull off the
cover.