Myers ME45 Installation Manual
MYERS
5937 0109
5937 0109
SUBMERSIBLE EFFLUENT PUMPS
ME45MC -11 ME45AC-11 ME45MC-21 ME45AC-21
INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION .................................................................................................................................................................................................. PAGE
Safety Information ...................................................................................................................................................................................3
General Information ..................................................................................................................................................................................4
Installation ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Operation & Maintenance ......................................................................................................................................................................6 -7
Parts List .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................................................................................9
Warranty ..................................................................................................................................................................................................10
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SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY SYMBOLS
This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this symbol
on your pump or in this manual, look for one of the following
signal words and be alert to the potential for personal injury:
warns about hazards that will cause serious
personal injury, death or major property damage if ignored.
warns about hazards that can cause serious
personal injury, death or major property damage if ignored.
warns about hazards that will or can cause minor
personal injury or property damage if ignored.
The word NOTICE indicates special instructions that are
important but not related to hazards.
GENERAL SAFETY
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this
manual and on the unit itself.
Follow all applicable local and state codes and regulations.
Keep safety labels in good condition, replacing any missing
or damaged labels.
Vent sewage or septic tank according to local codes.
Do not install pump in any location classified as hazardous
by National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 80-1984 or the
Canadian Electrical Code.
Hazardous voltage. Can s hock, burn , or kill.
During operation the pump is in water. To avoid fatal shocks,
proceed as follows if pump needs servicing:
Do not smoke or use devices that can generate sparks in a
septic (gaseous) environment.
Disconnect power to outlet box before unplugging pump.
Take extreme care when changing fuses. Do not stand in
water or put your finger in the fuse socket.
Do not modify the cord or plug. When using cord and
plug, use a grounded outlet only. When wiring to a system
control, connect ground lead to the system ground.
Be sure that construction and access to septic sumps
conform with all OSHA requirements.
Do not run the pump dry. Dry running can overheat the
pump, (causing burns to anyone handling it) and will void the
warranty.
The pump normally runs hot. To avoid burns when servicing
pump, allow it to cool for 20 minutes after shutdown before
handling it.
The pump is permanently lubricated. No oiling or greasing
is required in normal operation. for overhaul, see
instructions under this manul's Maintenance section.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:
This product and related accessories contain
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Hazardous voltage. Can s hock, burn , or kill.
When installing, operating, or servicing this pump, follow the
safety instructions listed below.
DO NOT splice the electrical power cord.
DO NOT allow the plug on the end of the electrical cord to
be submerged.
DO NOT use extension cords. They are a fire hazard and
can reduce voltage sufficiently to prevent pumping and/or
damage motor.
DO NOT handle or service the pump while it is connected to
the power supply.
DO NOT remove the grounding prong from the plug or
modify the plug. To protect against electrical shock,
the power cord is a three-wire conductor and includes
a 3-prong grounded plug. Plug the pump into a 3-wire,
grounded, grounding-type receptacle. Connect the pump
according to the NEC or CEC and local codes.
BE SURE that power supply information (Voltage/ Hertz/
Phase) on pump motor nameplate matches incoming power
supply exactly. Install pump according to all electrical
codes that apply.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
OVERVIEW
This submersible effluent pump is designed for effluent and
wastewater removal, sump drainage, dewatering and flood
control.
Units have built in thermal overload protection with
automatic reset. The mechanical seal and ball bearings on
the motor shaft are permanently lubricated. Stainless steel
hardware and a heavy duty lift out handle allow for easy
disassembly after extended use.
NOTICE: This unit is not designed for applications involving
salt water or brine. Use with salt water or brine will void
warranty.
MOTOR & CORD SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply required: See Motor & Cord Table below
Motor Duty: Continious
Discharge Adapter: 2" NPT
MODEL #
ME45MC-11 1/2 1 115 20 ' (6.1 M) 8.6 15.0 Manual
ME45MC-11 30 1/2 1 115 30 ' (9.1) 8.6 15.0 Manual
ME45MC-11 50 1/2 1 115 50' (15.2) 8.6 15.0 Manual
ME45AC-11 1/2 1 115 20' (6.1) 8.6 15.0 Piggyback Tethered
ME45MC-21 1/2 1 230 20' (6.1) 4.3 15.0 Manual
ME45MC-21 50 1/2 1 230 50' (15.2) 4.3 15.0 Manual
ME45AC-21 1/2 1 230 20' (6.1) 4.3 15.0 Piggyback Tethered
MODEL # UPC #
ME45MC-11 054128202211 2" 3/4"
ME45MC-11 30 022315345195 2" 3/4"
ME45MC-11 50 022315345201 2" 3/4"
ME45AC-11 022315345218 2" 3/4"
ME45MC-21 022315342354 2" 3/4"
ME45MC-21 50 022315345232 2" 3/4"
ME45AC-21 022315345249 2" 3/4"
MOTOR
HP
PHASE VO LTS
CORD
LENGTH
DISCHARGE
ADAPTER SIZE
MOTOR FULL
LOAD AMPS
SOLIDS HANDLING
INDIVIDUAL
BRANCH CIRCUIT
REQUIRED
SWITCH
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