pontec PondoDrain Mud 8000 Effluent Sump Pump Instruction Manual

pontec PondoDrain Mud 8000 Effluent Sump Pump

WARNING

• Disconnect all electrical devices in the water from the power sup-ply before reaching into the water. Otherwise there is a risk of se-vere injuries or death by electrocution.
• This unit can be used by children aged 8  and above and by per-sons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised or have been instructed on how to use the unit in a safe way and they under-stand the hazards involved. Do not allow children to play with the unit. Only allow children to carry out cleaning and user mainte-nance under supervision.

Safety information

Electrical connection

• Extension cables and power distributors (e.g. outlet strips) must be suitable for outdoor use (splash-proof).

• Protect the plug connection from moisture.

• Only plug the unit into a correctly installed outlet. Ensure that the unit is fused for a rated fault current of max. 30 mA by means of a fault current protection device.
  Safe operation

• Never operate the unit if the housing is defective!

• Never operate the unit if an electrical cable is defective!

• A damaged connection cable cannot be replaced. Dispose of the unit.

• Do not carry or pull the unit by its power cable.

• Route lines in such a way that they are protected from damage and do not present a tripping hazard.

• Always unplug the unit before working on it.

• Never carry out technical changes to the unit.

• Only carry out work on the unit that is described in this manual.

• Only use original spare parts and accessories.

Product Description

Overview

mm, 32 mm or 38 mm
3| Connection, pressure side, G1½
4| Pump base
5| Float switch, switches the pump on or off depending on the water level
6| Power connection cable

Intended use
Only use the product described in this manual as follows:

• For pumping clear water or rain water.
•  Pumping of soiled water and particles up to the permissible grain size. (→ Technical data)
• For irrigating and watering.
• For transferring water from and draining basins or ponds/pools.
• Extraction of water from a well.
  • Only for irrigation and watering purposes!
• For pumping the water out of water butts/rain barrels or cisterns.
• Operate the product in compliance with the technical data. (→ Technical data)

Possible incorrect use
The following restrictions apply to the unit:

• Not suitable for salt water.
• Not suitable for drinking water.
• Do not use for long-term operation (e.g. continuous recirculation of the water in a pond).
• Do not use for commercial or industrial purposes.
• Do not use in conjunction with chemicals, foodstuff, easily flammable or explosive substances.
• Do not connect to the drinking water supply.

Installation and connection

Connecting the pressure hose
An optimum flow rate is achieved with a hose inside diameter of 38 mm (1½”).

How to proceed: B

1. Adapt the stepped hose adapter to the hose diameter
2. Screw the stepped hose adapter onto the connection on the pressure side.
3. Connect the pressure hose to the stepped hose adapter.
   • Secure the pressure hose with a hose clip.

Adjusting the float switch
When the water level rises, it lifts the float switch until the switch-on point is reached and the pump switches on. When the water level drops, the float switch lowers until the switch-off point is reached and the pump switches off.  C

• Push the float switch cable into the cable clip.
  • The shorter the cable between the float switch and the cable clip, the lower the switch-on point and the higher the switch-off point.
    To ensure fault-free function, ensure that the cable length between the float switch and the cable bracket is at least 100 mm.

Installing the pump E

• Install the pump in a horizontal and stable position in the water.
• If it needs to be lowered into a well or a shaft, fasten a rope to the handle. Do not carry it by the power connection cable.
• Install the pump such that it does not take in dirt particles with a size >25 mm, which would block the intake. Install the pump in a raised position if necessary.
• Ensure that the float switch can always move freely.

Operation

WARNING
Risk of severe injuries or death by electric shock.

• Only operate the pump if no persons are in the water.
• Disconnect all electrical devices in the water from the power supply before reaching into the water.

Switching on the unit

NOTE
The pump is not suitable for continuous operation. Continuous operation will reduce the pump service life accordingly.

• Insert the power plug into the socket.

  • The pump is ready for operation.
  • The pump will start up as soon as the level of the water reaches the switch-on height.
    Switching off the unit

• Disconnect the power plug.

  • When the pump is switched off, residual water in the hose may flow back and out of the pump intake.

Maintenance and cleaning

NOTE
Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or chemical solutions. These agents can damage the housing, impair the func-tion of the device and harm animals, plants and the environment.
If possible, clean the unit with clear water and a soft brush or a sponge; remove stubborn dirt with the aid of the rec-ommended cleaning agents.

Clean the unit as required but at least twiceper year.

• Recommended cleaning agent for removing stubborn limescale deposits:
  • Vinegar- and chlorine-free household cleaning agent.
• After cleaning, thoroughly rinse all parts in clean water.

Storage/winter protection
The unit is not frost-proof and has to be removed and put into storage if minus temperatures are expected. How to correctly store the unit:

• Thoroughly clean the unit and renew any damaged parts.
•  Store the unit in a dry and frost-free place.
• Protect open plug connections from moisture and dirt.
• Drain/empty hoses and connections as much as possible.

Malfunction remedy

plug connections.
Pump switches off after a short running period.| Overload protection has switched the pump off due to overheating.| ·    Clean the intake and pressure hose.

·    Allow the pump to cool down.

The pump is running but is not delivering, or the delivered quantity is insufficient| Pressure hose kinked| ·    Route the pressure hose without kinks

·    Check the outlet and clean if necessary

Intake blocked| Clean the intake
Air in the pressure hose| Expel the air from the pressure hose.
If applicable:

Non-return valve incorrectly fitted in the pres- sure hose or clogged

| ·    Correctly fit the non-return valve.

·    Clean the non-return valve.

Impeller defective or worn| Replaced.

Technical data

Symbols on the unit

Disposal

NOTE
Do not dispose of this unit with household waste.

• Dispose of the unit by using the return system provided for this purpose.
• Render the unit unusable by cutting the cables.

Guarantee conditions

PfG grants a 2 year guarantee from the date of sale on proven material and manufacturing faults. Wear parts such as bulbs etc. are exempted from the guarantee. A prerequisite for our guarantee is the presentation of the purchase receipt. Our guarantee will become null and void if the unit is misused, electrically or mechanically damaged by inappropriate use and improper repair by non-authorized workshops. Repairs are reserved for workshops authorized by PfG or by PfG itself. In the case of warranty claims, please return the defective unit or part freight paid to PfG together with a description of the fault and the purchase receipt. PfG reserves the right to invoice repair costs. PfG is not liable for transport damage. Any damage must be claimed against the carrier. Further claims of whatever type, especially consequential damage, are excluded. This guarantee does not affect the final customer’s claims against the dealer.

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