Munster Simms Engineering Ltd. Whale V-PUMP MK.6 User Manual

V- PUMP MK.6

GP0650

Also Service Kits/Assemblies:
AK0618 & AS0627

Read carefully before

installation and use.

To the fitter: Check that
the product is suitable for the
intended application, follow
installation instructions and
ensure operating instructions
are passed onto the end user.
To the User: Read the
following instructions care­fully.

Application

This product is designed for
use as a domestic freshwater
& saltwater hand pump in
caravans and boats. Use for
any other purpose or with
any other liquid, is not rec­ommended and is entirely at
the user`s risk.
This pump may also be used
in conjunction with an in-line
pump, or as a back up to a
submersible pump.

Installation

Choose an installation where
the pump can be operated
comfortably. Note: The
maximum reach of the outlet
spout is 115mm (4½")
Once you have found your
location, drill a 25mm (1")
hole, fit pump, position base
and secure using the two
wood screws.

Hose connection

If using Whale Water System
15 pipework WX1504 equal
straight will fit directly onto
the pump, if using
System12 use WX1504 &
WS1215 stem reducer 15mm­12mm alternatively you can
use 13mm (½") flexible
tubing.
The height of the pump
maybe adjusted by loosening
screw (A).

Operation

To operate pump the handle
up and down, water will be
discharged on both strokes.

Maintenance

Regular inspection of valves
and seals is recommended
with cleaning and replace­ment of components as
necessary.
To dismantle pump:
Unscrew head and spout from
Barrel, pull plunger and head
from barrel. Unscrew plunger

cup seat from plunger rod and
pull head and spout from
plunger rod. To remove U­Packing seal from head,
carefully ease cap (B) off using
a flat screw driver, replace U­Packing seal making sure to fit
the new seal the same way
round as old seal (U facing
down).

Note: Replacing O-Ring (C)
may prove difficult to remove
and we recommend that it is
not replaced unless a leak is
observed under the head.
Replace cup washer, O-Ring
(D) and buffer on plunger cup
seat.
Reassemble making sure that
cap is securely pushed back
into position
To replace bottom valve (E)
unscrew base from barrel of
pump. A service kit AK0618
is available from dealers.
Contact Whale for MK5 V­pump drawing or instruction.
NOTE: For winter storage,
ensure that the pump is
drained completely to avoid
frost damage.

Sub mersibl e

921

Ref: 180.30_v4_0409

Helpful Hints

(a) If the pump is slow to
prime, the cup washer maybe
worn or the valves are not
seating properly.
(b) If the pump won`t pump:

- Check that the suction line
is in the water.

- Check that the hose con­nections are secure and there
are no air leaks.

- Check washers in the pump,
they may need to be re­placed.

Warranty

Whale Pumps are guaranteed
for 1 year against defects in
materials and workmanship. If
the unit proves faulty, return
it to your supplier with proof
of purchase and purchase
date.
The manufacturer retains the
right to repair or replace the
unit.
The manufacturer cannot be
held responsible for claims
arising from incorrect installa-

AS0627

Clampling

b lock ass e mbly

AS0628

Plunger cup seat & base

assemblies

Valve Stem*

(E) Valve*

O-Ring*

(A)

Buffer*

O-Ring

Cup packing*

*(D)

O-Ring*(C)

(B)

U Packing*

Whale V Pump Mk6

Note: * contained in Service Kit AK0618

Munster Simms Engineering Ltd.

Old Belfast Road, Bangor, Co Down, N Ireland, BT19 1LT, Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]

Web: www.whalepumps.com Email: [e-mail]

tion, unauthorised modifica­tion, wear and tear or misuse
of the product. The above
does not affect your statutory
rights.