1. Most accidents can be avoided by using COMMON SENSE.
2. Please read the operation and maintenance instruction manual supplied with the
pump. If you did not receive one, please call your local distributor before pump
installation.
3. Do not wear loose apparel that may become entangled in the impeller or other
moving parts.
4. Always use appropriate safety equipment, such as safety glasses, when working
on the pump or piping.
5. Pumps build up heat and pressure during operation-allow time for pumps to cool
before handling or servicing.
6. Only qualified service personnel should install, operate and repair pump.
7. Keep clear of suction and discharge openings. DO NOT insert fingers in pump
with power connected.
8. Do not pump flammable or hazardous materials (gasoline, acids, alkalis, etc.)
9. Do not block or restrict discharge hose, as it may whip or burst catastrophically
under pressure.
10. Make sure lifting handles/hooks are securely fastened each time before lifting.
11. Do not lift pump by the power cord under any circumstances.
12. Do not exceed manufacturer's recommendation for optimum performance, as this
could cause the motor/pump to overheat and lead to premature wear or failure.
13. Secure the pump in its operating position so it does not tip over, fall or slide.
14. Keep away from impeller when power is connected.
15. Submersible Pumps are not approved for use in swimming pools, recreational
water installations, decorative fountains or any installation where human contact
with the pumped fluid is common.
16. Do not operate pump without adequate protection and safety devices in place.
17. Always replace safety devices that have been removed during service or repair.
18. To reduce risk of electrical shock, pump must be properly grounded in
accordance with the National Electric Code and all applicable state and local
codes and ordinances.
19. To reduce risk of electrical shock, always disconnect the pump from the power
source before handling or servicing.
20. Any wiring of pumps should be performed by a qualified electrician.
21. Never operate a pump with a power cord that has frayed or brittle insulation.
22. Cable should be protected at all times to avoid punctures, cuts, and
abrasions - inspect frequently.
23. Never handle connected - "hot" power cords with wet hands.
24. Never operate a pump with a plug-in type power cord without a ground fault
circuit interrupter, adequate overload and short circuit protection.
IMPORTANT !!! Mody Pumps Inc. is not responsible for losses, injury, or death resulting
from a failure to observe these safety precautions, misuse or abuse of pumps or
equipment.
Mody Pumps Inc.: 2166 Zeus Court, Bakersfield, CA 93308 Tel.: (661) 392-7600 Fax: (661) 392-7601
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GENERAL INFORMATION.
“MS” SERIES OF MODY'S SUBMERSIBLE SEWAGE PUMPS ARE PRIMARILY DESIGNED FOR
THE
HANDLING SEWAGE, SLUDGE, SLURRIES, WASTEWATER AND LIQUID MANURE. THEY CAN ALSO
BE USED FOR HANDLING STORMWATER DRAINAGE WITH HIGH SOLIDS CONTENT.
THE SERVICE LIFE OF A SUBMERSIBLE PUMP PRIMARILY HINGES ON TWO ASPECTS: THE
DEPENDABILITY OF THE SEALING SYSTEM AND THE WEAR RESISTANCE OF THE PUMP ITSELF.
THE “MS” SERIES OF PUMPS ARE AVAILABLE WITH A WIDE RANGE OF IMPELLERS TO SUIT
PRACTICALLY EVERY PUMPING DUTY WITH HIGH EFFICIENCES. THE MS 480
MODELS AS UNDER :
1. MS 481 SINGLE CHANNEL IMPELLER WITH 75MM/3” SOLID HANDLING CAPACITY.
2. MS 482 SINGLE CHANNEL IMPELLER WITH 100MM/4” SOLID HANDLING CAPACITY.
THE SINGLE CHANNEL IMPELLERS ARE IN CAST IRON CONSTRUCTION. THE PUMP VOLUTES
ARE ALSO IN CAST IRON WITH SMOOTH PROFILED GEOMETRY FOR CLOG FREE OPERATION AND
HIGH EFFICIENCES. ALL VOLUTES ARE FITTED WITH REPLACEABLE WEAR RINGS.
IT IS IN THE INTEREST OF THE USER THAT HE/SHE GO THROUGH THIS MANUAL IN DETAIL
PRIOR TO USING THE PUMP.
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION.
THE PUMPSET IS IN A MODULAR CONSTRUCTION ENSURING EASY AND SIMPLE
SERVICEABILITY. THE MAJOR DESIGN FEATURES ARE AS UNDER:
A] THERMAL PROTECTION : SEE UNDER "MOTOR PROTECTION" .
B] THE MOTOR: A RUGGED ALUMINUM DIE CAST ROTOR, DYNAMICALLY BALANCED TO GRADE
2.5 ACCURACY OF ISO 942. A STAINLESS STEEL SHAFT RUNNING IN TWO DEEP GROOVE
BALL BEARINGS. INSULATION CLASS "F" (155 DEGREES CELSIUS). END WINDINGS DULY
EPOXY COATED TO PREVENT DETERIORATION OF INSULATION EVEN IN EXTREMELY HUMID
CONDITIONS. WINDING WIRE IS DUAL COATED SUITABLE FOR "H" CLASS INSULATION.
C] THE SEAL CHAMBER: THE HEART OF THE "MODY" PUMP. DUAL MECHANICAL SEALS,
TUNGSTEN CARBIDE V/S TUNGSTEN CARBIDE SEAL FACES. SECONDARY SEALS OF NITRILE
RUBBER AND METAL PARTS IN STAINLESS STEEL, RUNNING IN AN OIL BATH. THE SEALS
HAVE BEEN SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED WITH EXTREMELY SHORT WORKING LENGTHS KEEPING
IMPELLER OVERHANG TO THE MINIMUM. THIS ENSURES EXTENDED SEAL AND BEARING LIFE.
D] BEARINGS: DOUBLE ROW ANGULAR CONTACT LOWER BEARING, WITH SINGLE ROW DEEP
GROOVE UPPER BALL BEARING GREASED FOR LIFE WITH A SPECIAL HIGH TEMPERATURE
BEARING GREASE REQUIRING NO PERIODIC MAINTENANCE WHATSOEVER.
E] THE HYDRAULIC ELEMENTS: SINGLE CHANNEL IMPELLERS WITH LARGE SOLID HANDLING
CAPACITY. SMOOTH PROFILED VOLUTES FOR HIGH EFFICIENCES.
SERIES HAS TWO
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F] CABLE GLAND ASSEMBLY: THE PUMP IS SUPPLIED WITH 50’ CABLE AS STANDARD. THE
CABLE IS AWG #10 SOOW 4 CORE WITH AN OPTION AVAILABLE FOR 7 CORE WHEN THERMAL
OVERLOADS AND SEAL PROBE SENSOR ARE REQUIRED. (MODYCAB 8-4/16-3) THE CABLE IS
TERMINATED IN THE PUMP AT THE CABLE GLAND. THE GLAND ASSEMBLY SEALS THE CABLE
ON THE OUTSIDE SHEATH. A WATER DAM ARRANGEMENT IS ALSO PROVIDED WHICH SEALS THE
INDIVIDUAL CORES OF THE CABLE. THIS FEATURE IS UNIQUE AND IS ESSENTIAL TO
PREVENT WATER SEEPING THROUGH THE CORES OF THE CABLE INTO THE TERMINAL CHAMBER
IN THE EVENT OF A CUT CABLE. THE CABLE IS ALSO SHEATHED FOR THE 1ST ONE METRE
LENGTH BY MEANS OF A CABLE GRIP MADE OF STAINLESS STEEL. THIS IS ESSENTIAL TO
ENSURE THAT THERE IS NO UNDUE STRAIN ON THE CABLE IF THE PUMP IS PULLED OR
LOWERED INADVERTENTLY BY MEANS OF THE CABLE. COMPLETE DETAILS OF THE CABLE
GLAND ASSEMBLY ARE SHOWN IN THE DRAWING. AN OPTIONAL TRAILING CABLE CAN ALSO BE
PROVIDED FOR SEAL PROBE AND THERMALS.
G] ELECTRICAL INFORMATION : MOTORS ARE DESIGNED TO OPERATE ON SINGLE VOLTAGE
AND FREQUENCY. MAXIMUM DEVIATION IN VOLTAGE ALLOWED IS -/+ 6% AND FREQUENCY -/+
3%. CHECK NAME PLATE FOR OPERATING VOLTAGE AND FREQUENCY. 230/460V DUAL WIRED
MOTORS STANDARD IN NORTH AMERICA.
DESIGN PARAMETERS :
• LOWEST LIQUID LEVEL SHOULD BE 0.2 MTRS (8”) ABOVE PUMP CASING.
• THE MAXIMUM SUBMERGENCE RECCOMENDED IS 15 METRES.(50’)
• THE SPECIFIC GRAVITY OF THE PUMPED FLUID SHOULD NOT EXCEED 1.1.
• MAXIMUM FLUID TEMPERATURE IS 40 DEG. CELSUIS.
• pH OF THE PUMPED FLUID : 6 - 11
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INSTALLATION
PUMPS ARE AVAIABLE FOR THREE TYPES OF INSTALLATION:
P TYPE INSTALLATION: SEMI PERMANENT/WET. PUMPS ARE LOWERED DOWN GUIDE BARS TO
AUTOMATICALLY CONNECT TO DISCHARGE PIPING. PLEASE SEE ILLUSTRATION AT END OF
MANUAL FOR DETAIL DIMENSIONS AND INSTALLATION.
S TYPE INSTALLATION: PORTABLE/WET. VERSATILE, MULTIPURPOSE, EASY TO INSTALL AND
MOVE FROM SUMP TO SUMP. PUMP IS AVAILABLE WITH HOSE/FLANGE TYPE OUTLET
CONNECTION AND INDEPENDENT BASE STAND. SEE ILLUSTRATION AT END OF MANUAL.
D TYPE INSTALLATION: THIS IS A DRY WELL INSTALLATION OR IN LINE PUMPING
SYSTEMS. FLANGED CONNECTION TO FIXED SUCTION AND DELIVERY PIPELINES. SUITABLE
FOR HORIZONTAL OR VERTICAL MOUNTING FOR DRY INSTALLATIONS. POWER LIMITATIONS
EXIST FOR CERTAIN MODELS AND EXTERNAL COOLING MAY BE NECESSARY. PLEASE CONTACT
FACTORY/SALES IF PUMP IS TO BE USED WITH THIS TYPE OF INSTALLATION.
• CHECK THAT THE SITE VOLTAGE CORRESPONDS WITH THAT OF THE PUMP.
• CHECK THAT FUSES ARE INTACT.
• USE SHORTEST POSSIBLE HOSE OF RECOMMENDED DIMENSION. AVOID SHARP BENDS,
CREASES AND CONTRACTIONS. FOR P TYPE AND D TYPE INSTALLATIONS ENSURE ALL
ACCESSORIES ARE AVAILABLE BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.
•NEVER LIFT OR PULL THE PUMP BY MEANS OF THE CABLE. SUSPEND THE PUMP BY A
ROPE/CHAIN OR PREFERABLY PLACE IT ON A SOLID BASE. FOR P TYPE INSTALLATIONS
THE REQUISITE CHAIN & TACKLE EQUIPMENT MUST BE AVAILABLE. PLEASE READ OUR
PUBLICATION REGARDING “P” TYPE INSTALLATION.
•WIRE THE PUMP TO THE MAINS CORRECTLY. ALWAYS USE A STARTER OR A PANEL BOARD.
SEE INSTRUCTIONS UNDER "MOTOR PROTECTION" BELOW.
•WHEN THE PUMP IS ENERGIZED IT WILL KICK, WHICH IS OPPOSITE TO THE DIRECTION
OF ROTATION OF THE IMPELLER. SHIFT TWO PHASES IN THE POWER CONNECTION IF THE
KICK IS IN THE WRONG DIRECTION. THE CORRECT DIRECTION IS INDICATED ON THE
PUMP COVER AT THE TOP OF THE PUMP.
•CHECK LEVEL AND CONDITION OF THE OIL AT SERVICE EVERY SIX MONTHS. IF THE OIL
IS EMULSIFIED BY WATER THE SEALS MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE ROTOR SHAFT FOR
FURTHER ACTION. THE SHAFT SEAL SHOULD BE CHECKED FOR WEAR EVERY 2500 HRS. OF
OPERATION. IF SEAL FACES SHOW ANY SIGNS OF WEAR, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED.
PUMP DOES NOT START 3.NO POWER. 3.CHECK POWER SUPPLY
4.BLOCKED IMPELLER. 4.CLEAN BOTTOM PARTS.
5.STATOR WINDING BURNT. 5.REPLACE STATOR.
1.BLOCKED IMPELLER. 1.CLEAN BOTTOM PARTS.
2.IMPELLER ROT.WRONG 2.SHIFT TWO PHASE CONN.
PUMP STARTS BUT STOPS. 3.CONNECTED FOR WRONG 3.CHECK & RECONNECT.
VOLTAGE.
4.VOLTAGE TOO LOW/HIGH. 4.APPROACH POWER CO.
5.LIQUID DENSITY HIGH 5.HIGHER HP REQUIRED.
6.BI-METAL TRIPS. 6.CHECK CURRENT.
1.IMPELLER ROT.BACKWARD. 1.SHIFT TWO PHASE CONN.
2.PUMP WORN DOWN. 2.REPLACE IMPELLER.
PUMP GIVES TOO LITTLE 3.LONG HOSE AND DIAMETER 3.CHECK PRESSURE LOSSES
WATER. TOO SMALL.
4.PRESSURE HEAD TOO HIGH 4.INSTALL BIGGER PUMP.
5.WEARING RING WORN OUT. 5.REPLACE WEAR RING.
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MOTOR PROTECTION
IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THE PUMP BE USED WITH A STARTER AND PREFERABLY A CONTROL
PANEL. PANEL BOARDS INCORPORATING ALL PROTECTIVE DEVICES ARE READILY AVAILABLE,
CONTACT SALES. THE FULL LOAD AMPERE RATINGS OF THE TWO MODELS ARE AS PER TABLE
BELOW. THE OVERLOAD RELAY IN THE STARTER SHOULD CHOSEN ACCORDINGLY AND AMPERES
SET AT THE FULL LOAD SETTING FOR THE PARTICULAR MODEL OF THE PUMP. (DETAILS
BELOW ARE FOR 230/460 VOLT PUMPS. CHECK FULL LOAD AMPERES FOR DIFFERENT
VOLTAGES ON PUMP NAME PLATE)
THE PUMP IS SUPPLIED WITH A FOUR CORE CABLE AND THE FUNCTION OF THE SAME IS AS
UNDER:
• RED/YELLOW(WHITE)/BLUE(BLACK) ARE THE POWER CORES.
• GREEN CORE IS FOR EARTHING.
B) SIX CORE CABLE
THE PUMP IS SUPPLIED WITH A SIX CORE CABLE AND THE FUNCTION OF THE SAME IS AS
UNDER:
• RED/YELLOW(WHITE)/BLUE(BLACK) ARE THE POWER CORES.
• GREEN CORE IS FOR EARTHING.
• ORANGE AND BLUE ARE FOR THERMALS
THREE THERMAL SWITCHES ARE EMBEDDED IN THE MOTOR WINDING OF WHICH TWO ARE
CONNECTED IN SERIES. THESE ARE CONNECTED TO THE WHITE CORES OF THE CABLE. THE
WHITE CORES OF THE CABLE ARE TO BE CONNECTED IN SERIES WITH THE CONTACTOR COIL
OF THE STARTER. THIS IS MOST IMPORTANT.
IN THE EVENT OF OVERHEATING OF THE STATOR WINDING FOR ANY REASON, THE
EMBEDDED THERMAL SWITCHES WILL OPEN, CAUSING THE STARTER COIL TO DROP OUT AND
ISOLATE THE PUMP UNIT FROM THE MAINS. THESE SWITCHES DO NOT PROVIDE ANY
PROTECTION IN THE CASE OF A SHORT CIRCUIT, AND ADEQUATE H.R.C. FUSES SHOULD BE
USED FOR SHORT CIRCUIT PROTECTION.
C) MODYCAB SEVEN CORE CABLE
THE PUMP IS SUPPLIED WITH A SEVEN CORE CABLE AND THE FUNCTION OF THE SAME IS AS
UNDER:
• RED/WHITE/BLACK ARE THE POWER CORES.
• GREEN CORE IS FOR EARTHING.
• TWO # 16 AWG WHITE CORES ARE FOR THERMALS
• ONE # 16 AWG BLACK CORE IS THE SEAL PROBE SENSOR
THE SEAL PROBE SENSOR NEEDS TO BE WIRED TO AN ABB LLC4 LIQUID LEVEL PROBE
SENSOR THAT DETECTS MINUTE AMOUNTS OF FLUID IN THE OIL CHAMBER INSIDE THE
CONTROL PANEL. SEE FOLLOWING DIAGRAM.
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GENERAL OVERHAUL AND OIL CHECK. (THIS APPLIES TO BOTH
MODELS)
TO CARRY OUT A GENERAL OVERHAUL, IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT A COMPLETE
SET OF TOOLS BE AVAILABLE AS PER TOOL KIT LIST. (LIST IS AVAILABLE
AT THE END OF THE MANUAL). IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO CONDUCT THE
OVERHAUL WITHOUT THE REQUISITE TOOLS.
DIS-ASSEMBLY (REFER DRG.NO.MS/801/803 SHEET 1 & 2) AT END OF
MANUAL)
•IT IS MANDATORY THAT ALL "O" RINGS BE REPLACED WHENEVER A PUMP IS OVERHAULED
OR DISMANTLED. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD OLD "O" RINGS BE USED, EVEN IF
THEY SEEM O.K. BE CAREFUL NOT TO SCRATCH SEALING SURFACES. ALWAYS GREASE NEW
“O” RINGS BEFORE INSTALLATION.
•ALWAYS ISOLATE THE UNIT FROM ELECTRICAL POWER BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
OVERHAUL.
•THE TRANSPORTABLE VERSION IS SUPPLIED WITH A PUMP BASE. REMOVE BASE BEFORE
ANY FURTHER DIS – ASSEMBLY. THE PERMANENT INSTALLATION VERSION IS SUPPLIED
WITH A SLIDING BRACKET FIXED ON THE VOLUTE OF THE PUMP.
•LAY THE PUMP ON ITS SIDE ON A BENCH OR OVER TWO SUPPORTS. TURN THE PUMP SO
THAT THE OIL ORIFICE FACES DOWNWARDS. USING AN ALLEN KEY UNSCREW OIL PLUG
(36) TO DRAIN OIL FROM THE SEAL CHAMBER. IT IS EASIER TO DRAIN THE OIL IF
THE OTHER OIL HOLE CAP SCREW IS ALSO REMOVED. BE CAREFUL. IF THE SEAL HAS
LEAKED, THE OIL CASING MAY BE UNDER PRESSURE. HOLD A RAG OVER THE OIL PLUG
TO PREVENT SPLATTER.
•UNSCREW NUTS (33) AND REMOVE PUMP VOLUTE (19) FROM SEAL HOUSING (17). REMOVE
CAP SCREW (25) AND SPRING WASHER (24). REMOVE LOCK WASHER (23) AND SLIDE
IMPELLER OF THE MOTOR SHAFT. IF THE IMPELLER IS SLIGHTLY TIGHT USE A WOODEN
MALLET TO TAP THE SAME OFF THE SHAFT. REMOVE KEY (28) AND KEEP ASIDE
CAREFULLY.
•THE LOWER MECHANICAL SEAL IS LOCKED ON THE SHAFT BY MEANS OF A LOCKING RING
(30). THIS RING CAN ONLY BE REMOVED/INSTALLED BY MEANS OF A SPECIAL TOOL
SUPPLIED ON REQUEST. (A PICTORIAL REPRESENTATION OF THE INSTALLATION /
REMOVAL METHOD IS APPENDED AT THE END OF THE MANUAL.SEE FIG. 1.) READ THE
INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED WITH THE TOOL CAREFULLY AND REMOVE THE LOCKING RING
FROM THE SHAFT. THE MECH. SEAL ASSEMBLY CAN NOW BE REMOVED FROM THE SHAFT BY
HAND. BE VERY CAREFUL WITH THE SEALING SURFACES SO THAT THEY DO NOT SUFFER
DAMAGE OR GET SCRATCHED IN ANY WAY. LEAVE THE SEAL SEAT IN THE SEAL HOUSING.
•UNSCREW NUTS (4) HOLDING THE SEAL HOUSING AGAINST THE STATOR CASING AND
REMOVE SEAL HOUSING. USE A WOODEN MALLET TO TAP OFF THE SAME. THE UPPER
MECH. SEAL IS NOW IN VIEW. REMOVE THE SEAL IN EXACTLY THE SAME MANNER AS THE
LOWER MECH. SEAL.
•UNSCREW HEX HD BOLTS (38) HOLDING THE LOWER BEARING BRACKET AGAINST THE
STATOR CASING. THE COMPLETE ROTOR ASSEMBLY WITH LOWER BEARING BRACKET AND
LOWER BEARINGS CAN BE PULLED OUT FROM THE STATOR ASSEMBLY. THE LOWER BEARING
BRACKET CAN BE REMOVED FROM THE ROTOR BY REMOVING THE BEARING COVER. THE
BEARING CAN NOW BE EXAMINED.
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•UNSCREW NUTS (4) HOLDING THE PUMP COVER AND PRY OUT THE SAME. REMOVE THE
WIRE CONNECTORS (45 & 46) TO SEPARATE THE POWER CABLE FROM THE MOTOR LEADS.
THE WIRE CONNECTORS CAN BE UNSCREWED COUNTER CLOCKWISE TO RELEASE THE SAME.
UNSCREW NUT FOR GROMMET (50) AND REMOVE RUBBER GROMMET (49). REMOVE BOLT
(47) AND PRY OUT UPPER BEARING BRACKET (8).
•THE STATOR IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR ELECTRICAL CHECKS, IF ANY ARE REQUIRED. WE
RECOMMEND MEASURING LINE TO LINE RESISTANCE BETWEEN THE THREE POWER LEGS, A
MEGGING TEST AND IF AVAILABLE A HIGH POT.
RE- ASSEMBLY OF THE PUMPSET.
THE PUMP CAN BE RE- ASSEMBLED BY REVERSING THE ABOVE PROCEDURE. PLEASE HOWEVER
NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
• ALWAYS REPLACE ELASTOMER ELEMENTS.
• REPLACE LOCK WASHER DURING RE –ASSEMBLY.
• CAREFULLY READ THE SEAL ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PAGE.
OIL SPECIFICATIONS
A) EXXON UNIVOLT 61
B) SHELL TELLUS 29.
C) CHEVRON SUPERLA FDA APPROVED # 10
PLEASE NOTE THE SEAL CHAMBER CONTAINS APPROX. 2.5 LITRES OF OIL.
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SEAL ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
PLEASE HANDLE THE ROTATING/STATIONARY TUNGSTEN CARBIDE SEAL FACES GENTLY
THE INNER AND OUTER SEAL ARE IDENTICAL. THE ROTATING ELEMENT IS SUPPLIED IN A
CARTRIDGE FORM PRE–ASSEMBLED. THE STATIONARY ELEMENT IS PRESSED BY HAND INTO
THE CAVITIES OF THE LOWER BEARING BRACKET AND THE SEAL HOUSING.
ENSURE THAT THE SEAL SEAT SITS SQUARE IN THE HOUSING AND THE LOCKING PIN IS
ENGAGED.
TO MOUNT THE ROTATING ELEMENT GREASE THE SHAFT WITH O RING LUBE PROVIDED IN
YOUR SEAL KIT AND SLIDE THE ROTATING ASSEMBLY CARTRIDGE OVER THE SHAFT. MAKE
SURE THE ROTATING SEAL FACE IS SQUARE WHEN IT COMES IN CONTACT WITH THE
STATIONARY SEAT.
GENTLY TIGHTEN THE SET SCREWS USING THE ALLEN KEY PROVIDED EVENLY. ONCE ALL
SCREWS ARE LOCKED ON TO THE SHAFT PULL OUT THE RETAINING CLIPS ON THE ROTATING
ASSEMBLY. THIS WILL ALLOW THE ROTATING ASSEMBLY TO ACTIVELY ENGAGE THE
STATIONARY SEAT AND THE SHAFT.
FOLLOW THE SAME PROCEDURE FOR THE OUTER SEAL.
PRESSURE CHECK THE OIL CHAMBER WITH APPROXIAMTELY 5 PSI OF AIR THROUGH THE OIL
PLUGS AND ROTATE SHAFT GENTLY TO MAKE SURE NO LEAKS ARE PRESENT.
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RECOMMENDED SPARES FOR TWO YEARS OPERATION
SR. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.
1 535-017-00 MECHANICAL SEAL 2
2 375-008-66 “O” RING SET 1
3 260-015-66 CABLE GROMMET 1
4 260-031-66 CABLE LEAD GROMMET 1
5 020-011-07 UPPER BEARING 1
6 020-015-07 LOWER BEARING 1
7 300-107-01 IMPELLER (MS 481)* NEW 1
8 300-120-01 IMPELLER (MS 480) 1
9 300-094-01 IMPELLER (MS 482)* 1
10 720-012-80 WEAR RING (MS 480, 481)* NEW 1
11 720-007-80 WEAR RING (MS 482)* 1
* PLEASE SPECIFY IMPELLER & WEAR-RING PART NUMBERS CORRECTLY
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LLC41A01 06.04.02
Liquid Level Control
LLC4 Series
Single Probe
Single Probe Level Control for Conductive Liquids
Adjustable or Fixed Sensing up to 250K
Fill or Drain Operation Available
24, 120, or 230 V AC Models are Available
Isolated AC Voltage on the Probes
4 A Resistive SPDT Isolated Contacts
Ordering T able
LLC4
SeriesInput
Example P/N: LLC44A1A Fixed – LLC46B5F50
X
–2 - 24 V AC
–4 - 120 V AC
–6 - 230 V AC
Ω
X
Operation
–A - Drain
–B - Fill
Description
The LLC4 combines resistance sensing circuitry with
solid state timing to provide single probe level
maintenance. On adjustable units, the sensitivity
adjustment allows accurate level sensing while ignoring
foaming agents and floating debris. Transformer
isolated 12 V AC is provided at the probe to prevent
electrolysis. A trickle current of less than 1 mA
determines the presence or absence of liquid between
the probe and common. The LLC4 Series can be
used with many types of low voltage (resistance
changing) transducers to perform other control
functions like temperature limit control, photo limit
control, condensation sensing, and ice sensing.
Operation
Drain (Pump Down Mode): When the liquid level
rises and touches the probe, a fixed time delay begins.
This time delay prevents rapid cycling of the output
relay and its load. At the end of the time delay, the
output relay energizes and remains energized until
the liquid level falls below the probe. The output relay
then de-energizes and remains de-energized until the
liquid again touches the probe.
Approvals:
XX
Time Delay
(Seconds)
–Specify fixed delay
(1 ... 60) secs. in
1 s increments
Sense
Resistance
–A - Adjustable
–F - Fixed
Specify fixed
resistance
(1 ... 250)
in 1K
Ω
increments
Relay contacts are isolated. Dashed lines are
internal connections.
Connect common to conductive tank. Additional
probe is necessary for non-conductive or
insulated tanks.
P = Probe C = Probe Common V = Voltage
Fill (Pump Up Mode): When the liquid level falls
below the probe, a fixed time delay begins. This time
delay prevents rapid cycling of the output relay and
its load. At the end of the time delay, the output r elay
energizes and remains energized until the liquid level
rises and touches the probe. The output relay then
de-energizes and remains de-energized until the liquid
level again falls below the probe.
Technical Data
Control
TypeON/OFF (Single Level) Resistance sensor
with built-in time delay to prevent rapid cycling
Sense Voltage12 V AC at probe terminals
Sense ResistanceFactory fixed or adjustable to 250K Ω
Sense Resistance ToleranceAdjustable - guaranteed range
Factory fixed +/-10%
Input
Voltage24, 120, or 230 V AC
Tolerance24 V AC-15% ... +20%
120 & 230 V AC-20% ... +10%
Frequency50 ... 60 Hz
Output
TypeElectromechanical relay
Form Isolated single pole double throw (SPDT) contacts
Rating4 A resistive at 240 V AC; 1/10 hp at 240 V AC
Protection
Surge IEEE C62.41-1991 Level A
Isolation Voltage ≥ 1500 V RMS between input, output, & probe
Mechanical
MountingPlug-in socket
T ermination8-Pin plug-in
Package2.91 x 2.39 x 1.78 in. (73.9 x 60.7 x 45.2 mm)
Sales Information 1-800-431-2308 Technical Assistance 1-800-377-SSAC (7722) www.ssac.com
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Liquid Level Control
Application Notes
Dual Probe Level Control
The dual probe input LLC’s are designed to maintain the high or
low level of a liquid within the containment tank. Figure 3 is an
example of a water well reservoir application. Using an LLC2
Series open board design or the LLC5 series 8 pin plug-in (with
the ‘B’ fill logic), we will be able to maintain a precise level within
the holding vessel.
As long as the potable water (with a typical resistance of 5K ohms)
remains in constant contact with and completes the path between
the upper and lower probes, the LLC’s output remains de-energized. During usage, the demand pump lowers the water level.
When the water level drops below the lower probe, the LLC’s output energizes and closes the fill pump control circuit.
As the level rises, the pump up circuit will remain closed until the
water rises to and touches the upper probe. With the probe depths
set accurately , the high level of the tank is maintained and the low
level will not drop below the intake of the submersible pump, thus
avoiding a loss of prime condition.
Figure 3
Seal Leak Detection
Another use for a conductive liquid level control is as a seal
leak detector. An electrode is placed in contact with the
non-conductive oil within a pump/motor casing. If a leak in a
watertight seal occurs, the conductive contaminates introduced
into the oil lowers its resistance. The LLC senses this change in
resistance. The example in Figure 4A & 4B illustrates a typical
sewage pump application. The probe is normally inserted through
a watertight seal which isolates the probe from the case (common
connection). A separate wire runs from the pump ground (case)
to the LLC common to complete the sensing path. Typical
sewage has a resistance of 5K ohms. An LLC setting, of approximately 21K ohms, will allow detection of minute levels of
sewage in the oil. This means leaks are detected early . Normally
the output of the LLC would then be connected to an alarm to
signal a leak has occurred allowing routine maintenance to be
scheduled to replace the damaged seal.
23600-044-21LOCKING SPACER1
24705-005-21SPRING WASHER1
25520-009-21CAP SCREW1
26045-022-21HEX HD BOLT4
27720-012-80WEAR RING1
28320-022-22KEY1
29600-062-21TRIMMING SPACERAS REQD
30550-022-08LOCKING RING2
31535-017-00MECHANICAL SEAL2
32650-044-21STUD10
33370-009-21HEX NUT10
34700-008-21WASHER10
35080-008-08CIRCLIP1
36520-002-21OIL PLUG3
37380-001-66"O" RING3
38045-010-21HEX HD BOLT4
39020-015-07LOWER BEARING 1
40037-007-30BEARING COVER1
41045-004-21HEX HD BOLT4
42600-059-04SPACER FOR STATOR1
43020-011-07UPPER BEARING1
44080-006-08CIRCLIP1
45365-027-00WIRE NUT CONNECTOR2
46365-026-00WIRE NUT CONNECTOR3
47045-029-21HEX HD BOLT4
48700-006-21WASHER4
49260-019-66STATOR LEAD GROMMET1
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PUMP MODEL MS-481 VER 1.2
D.NO.PART NO.DESCRIPTIONQTY
50365-010-40NUT FOR GROMMET1
51710-008-21WASHER FOR LEAD GROMMET1
52350-020-21NAME PLATE1
53465-006-11RIVET4
54525-022-21PH.PAN HD SCREW2
55660-093-00CABLE GRIP (order with gland)1
56662-002-45CABLE SUPPORT1
57660-093-00CABLE GLAND (order with grip)1
50365-010-40NUT FOR GROMMET1
51710-008-21WASHER FOR LEAD GROMMET1
52350-020-21NAME PLATE1
53465-006-11RIVET4
54525-022-21PH.PAN HD SCREW2
55660-093-00CABLE GRIP (order with gland)1
56662-002-45CABLE SUPPORT1
57660-093-00CABLE GLAND (order with grip)1
50365-010-40NUT FOR GROMMET1
51710-008-21WASHER FOR LEAD GROMMET1
52350-020-21NAME PLATE1
53465-006-11RIVET4
54525-022-21PH.PAN HD SCREW2
55660-093-00CABLE GRIP (order with gland)1
56662-002-45CABLE SUPPORT1
We warrant to our immediate customer and to the ultimate consumer that products of our manufacture will be free of
defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the following time periods, when installed and
maintained in accordance with our instructions.
PUMPS: One (1) year from date of installation or (18) months from date of shipment, whichever occurs first. As used
herein, “the ultimate consumer” is defined as the purchaser who first uses the product after it’s initial installation or, in
the case for product designed for non-permanent installation, the first owner who uses the product. It is the purchaser’s
or any sub-vendor’s obligation to make known to the ultimate consumer the terms and conditions of this warranty. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and there may also be other rights which vary from state to state. In the event
the product is covered by the Federal Consumer Product Warranties Law (1) the duration of any implied warranties
associated with the product by virtue of said law is limited to the same duration as stated herein, (2) this warranty is a
LIMITED WARRANTY, and (3) no claims of any nature whatsoever shall be made against us, until the ultimate
consumer, his successor, or assigns, notifies us in writing of the defect, and delivers the product and/or defective part(s)
freight prepaid to our facility or nearest authorized service station. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply. THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR
BREACH OF ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT SHALL BE TO
REPLACE OR REPAIR AT OUR ELECTION, FOB POINT OF MANUFACTURE OR AUTHORIZED
REPAIR STATION, SUCH PRODUCTS AND/OR PARTS AS PROVEN DEFECTIVE. THERE SHALL BE
NO FURTHER LIABILITY, WHETHER BASED ON WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE.
Unless expressly stated otherwise, guarantees in the nature of performance specifications furnished in addition to the
foregoing material and workmanship warranties on a product manufactured by Mody, if any, are subject to laboratory
tests corrected for field performance. Any additional guarantees, in the nature of performance specifications must be in
writing and such writing must be signed by our authorized representative. Due to inaccuracies in field testing if a
conflict arises between the results of field testing conducted by or for user, and laboratory tests corrected for field
performance, the latter shall control. Components or accessories supplied by us but manufactured by others are
warranted only to the extent of and by the terms and conditions of the original manufacturer’s warranty.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SPECIAL APPLICATIONS OR THOSE RESULTING FROM SYSTEMS
ANALYSES AND EVALUATIONS WE CONDUCT, WILL BE BASED ON OUR BEST AVAILABLE
EXPERIENCE AND PUBLISHED INDUSTRY INFORMATION. SUCH RECOMMENDATIONS DO NOT
CONSTITUTE A WARRANTY OF SATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE AND NO SUCH WARRANTY IS
GIVEN.
This warranty shall not apply when damage is caused by (a) improper installation, (b) improper voltage, (c) lightning,
(d) sand or other abrasive materials, (e) scale or corrosion build-up due to excessive chemical content. Any modification
of the equipment will also void the warranty. We will not be responsible for loss, damage or labor cost due to
interruption of service caused by defective parts. Neither will we accept charges incurred by others without our prior
written approval. This warranty is void if our inspection reveals the product was used in a manner inconsistent with
normal industry practice and/or our specific recommendations. The purchaser is responsible for communication of all
necessary information regarding the application and use of the product. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL WE
BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY OTHER DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS, LOST INCOME, LABOR CHARGES, DELAYS IN PRODUCTION,
IDLE PRODUCTION, WHICH DAMAGES ARE CAUSED BY ANY DEFECTS IN MATERIAL, AND/OR
WORKMANSHIP AND/OR DELAYS IN SHIPMENT. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY
OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
No rights extended under this warranty shall be assigned to any person, whether by operation or otherwise, without our
prior written approval.
Mody Pumps Inc.: 2166 Zeus Court, Bakersfield, CA 93308 Tel.: (661) 392-7600 Fax: (661) 392-7601
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