Multiquip SS233 User Manual

OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL

MODEL

SS-233

SUBMERSIBLE

PUMP

© COPYRIGHT 2004, MULTIQUIP INC.

Revision #2 (05/03/04)

STOW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENTSTOW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

STOW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

STOW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENTSTOW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

A DIVISION OF MULTIQUIP INC.

POST OFFICE BOX 6254

CARSON, CA 90749
310-537-3700 • 888-252-STOW [888-252-7869]
FAX: [phone] • FAX: [phone]
E-MAIL: [e-mail] • WWW: stowmfg.com

PARTS DEPARTMENT:

800-427-1244
FAX: [phone]

SERVICE DEPARTMENT/TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE:

800-478-1244
FAX: [phone]

P/N 020954

HERE'S HOW TO GET HELP

PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL

NUMBER

PARTS DEPARTMENT

800-427-1244 FAX: [phone]
310-537-3700 FAX: [phone]

SERVICE DEPARTMENT

800-478-1244 FAX: [phone]
310-537-3700

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

800-478-1244 FAX: [phone]

WARRANTY DEPARTMENT

800-421-1244, EXT. 279 FAX: [phone]
310-537-3700, EXT. 279

SALES DEPARTMENT

310-661-4242 FAX: [phone]
877-289-7869 (877-BUY-STOW)

ON-HAND

WHEN CALLING

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STOW SS-233 SUBMERSIBLE PUMP — TABLE OF CONTENTS

STOW MODEL SS-233
SUBMERSIBLE PUMP

Here's How To Get Help ............................................ 2

Table Of Contents .....................................................3

Parts Ordering Procedures .......................................4

Safety Message Alert Symbols ................................. 5

Rules For safe Operation ..................................... 6-7

Specifications ............................................................8

General Information .................................................. 9

Components............................................................10

Operation .......................................................... 11-12

Pump Troubleshooting/Ext. Cable Selection ...........13

Pump Assembly ................................................ 14-15

NOTE

Specification and part number
are subject to change without
notice.

Terms and Condition of Sale

— Parts .....................16

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STOW YELLOW SUB. PUMP — PARTS ORDERING PROCEDURES

When ordering parts,

please supply the following information:

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❒ Dealer account number

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❒ Dealer name and address

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❒ Shipping address (if different than billing address)

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❒ Return fax number

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❒ Applicable model number

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❒ Quantity, part number and description of each part

❒❒
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❒ Specify preferred method of shipment:

❒❒

✓ FedEx or UPS Ground
✓ FedEx or UPS Second Day or Third Day
✓ FedEx or UPS Next Day
✓ Federal Express Priority One
✓ DHL
✓ Tr u ck

Here’s how to get help...

Please have the model and serial number on
hand when calling.

Note: Unless otherwise indicated by customer, all
orders are treated as “Standard Orders”, and will
ship within 24 hours. We will make every effort to
ship “Air Shipments” the same day that the order is
received, if prior to 2PM west coast time. “Stock
Orders” must be so noted on fax or web forms.

Place Your Parts Order Via Web or Fax

For Even More Savings!

Parts Department

800-427-1244 Fax: [phone]

310-537-3700 Fax: [phone]

Service Department

800-478-1244 Fax: [phone]

310-537-3700

Technical Assistance

800-478-1244 Fax: [phone]

Warranty Department

800-421-1244, Ext. 279 Fax: [phone]

310-537-3700, Ext. 279

Sales Department

310-661-4242 Fax: [phone]

877-289-7869 (877-BUY-STOW)

STOW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENTSTOW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

STOW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

STOW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENTSTOW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

A DIVISION OF MULTIQUIP INC.

POST OFFICE BOX 6254

CARSON, CA 90749
310-537-3700 • 888-252-STOW [888-252-7869]
FAX: [phone] • FAX: [phone]
E-MAIL: [e-mail] • WWW: stowmfg.com

Extra Discounts!

All parts orders which include complete part numbers
and are received by our automated web parts order
system, or by fax qualify for the following extra
discounts:

Ordered Standard Stock orders

via orders ($750 list and above)

Fax 3% 10%

Web 5% 10%

Special freight allowances
when you order 10 or more
line items via Web or Fax!**

FedEx Ground Service

No other allowances on freight shipped by any other
carrier.

NOTE: DISCOUNTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

at no charge for freight

Direct TOLL-FREE access

to our Parts Department:

Toll-free nationwide — 800-427-1244

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STOW YELLOW SUB. PUMP — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS

FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS!

Safety precautions should be followed at all times when
operating this equipment. Failure to read and understand the
Safety Messages and Operating Instructions could result in
injury to yourself and others.

This Owner's Manual has been
developed to provide complete
instructions for the safe and efficient

NOTE

operation of the

233 Submersible Pump.

using this pump, ensure that the
operating individual has read

and understands all
instructions in this manual.

STOW Model SS-

Before

HAZARD SYMBOLS

SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS

The three (3) Safety Messages shown below will inform you
about potential hazards that could injure you or others. The
Safety Messages specifically address the level of exposure to
the operator, and are preceded by one of three words: DANGER,

Rotating Parts

NEVER operate equipment with covers,

or guards removed. Keep fingers, hands,
hair and clothing away from all moving
parts to prevent injury.

Accidental Starting

ALWAYS place the power source circuit

breaker or ON/OFF switch in the OFF
position, when the pump is not in use.

Sight and Hearing hazard

DANGER: You WILL be KILLED or

SERIOUSLY injured if you do not follow
directions.

WARNING: You CAN be KILLED or

SERIOUSLY injured if you do not follow
directions.

CAUTION: You CAN be injured if you

do not follow directions.

Potential hazards associated with the STOW SS-233
submersible pump operation will be referenced with Hazard
Symbols which appear throughout this manual, and will be
referenced in conjunction with Safety Message Alert Symbols.

Other important messages are provided throughout this manual
to help prevent damage to your submersible pump, other property,
or the surrounding environment.

ALWAYS wear approved eye and
hearing protection, if required.

Respiratory Hazard

ALWAYS wear approved respiratory

protection, if required.

Equipment Damage Messages

This submersible pump, other
property, or the surrounding

NOTE

environment could be damaged if
you do not follow instructions.

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STOW SS-233 SUBMERSIBLE PUMP — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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CAUTION:

Failure to follow instructions in this manual may
lead to serious injury or even death! This

equipment is to be operated by trained and
qualified personnel only! This equipment is
for industrial use only.

The following safety guidelines should always be used when
operating the

GENERAL SAFETY

■

DO NOT operate or service this equipment
before reading this entire manual.

■

This equipment should not be operated by persons under 18
years of age.

■

NEVER operate this equipment without proper
protective clothing, shatterproof glasses, steel­toed boots and other protective devices required
by the job.

STOW Model SS-233

Submersible Pump:

ALWAYS make sure submersible pump is grounded.

■

NEVER use gas piping as an electrical ground.

■

DO NOT place hands or fingers inside pump when pump is
running.

■

ALWAYS make certain that the voltage supplied to the pump
is correct. Always read the pump's nameplate to determine
what the power requirements are. This pump requires 115
VAC single-phase power.

■

DO NOT restrict the flow of the discharge hose as it may
cause overheating.

■

Be careful of discharge whipping under pressure.

■

NEVER handle pump's AC power cord with

■

NEVER let an extension cord or plug connection

■

NEVER
a power source.

■

NEVER use a pump with a defective, frayed power cord. Check
the power cord on the pump for cuts in the insulation.

■

NEVER use a extension cord that is frayed or damaged where
the insulation has been cut.

stand in water

while AC power cord is connected to

wet hands

.

lay in wate

r.

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NEVER operate this equipment when not feeling
well due to fatigue, illness or taking medicine.

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NEVER operate this equipment under the
influence or drugs or alcohol.

■

NEVER use accessories or attachments, which are not
recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage to
the equipment and/or injury to user may result.

■

Manufacture does not assume responsibility for any accident
due to equipment modifications.

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Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and
safety decals when they become difficult read.

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ALWAYS check the machine for loosened threads or bolts
before starting.

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ALWAYS make certain that proper extension cord has been
selected for the job See Table 2.

NEVER attempt to use the power cord as a lifting or lowering
device for the submersible pump.

When raising or lowering of the submersible pump is required,
always attach an adequate rope or lifting device to the correct
lifting point (handle) on the pump.

ALWAYS place the pump in an up-right position on a platform
before using. The platform will prevent the pump from
burrowing itself on soft sand or mud.

NEVER operate pump on its side.
DO NOT allow the pump to freeze in water.
NEVER leave an open pump chamber unattended.

The electrical voltage required to operate the pump can cause
severe injury or even death through physical contact with live
circuits.
pump before performing maintenance on the pump.

ALWAYS

disconnect the electrical power from the

■

NEVER operate the submersible pump in an explosive
atmosphere or near combustible materials. An explosion or
fire could result causing severe

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bodily harm or even death.