PENTAIR 437720 Pratika Immersion Pumps Instruction Manual
- June 12, 2024
- Pentair
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PENTAIR 437720 Pratika Immersion Pumps Instruction Manual
SAFETY SYMBOLS
Warnings for the safety of individuals and things.
Please pay careful attention to the following signs and indications.
DANGER – ELECTRIC SHOCK RISK
Warns that the failure to follow directions may cause electric shock.
DANGER
Warns that failure to follow directions could cau- se serious risk to persons
or things.
WARNING
Warns that failure to follow directions could damage the pump or installation.
ATTENTION
Before installing this pump read this manual carefully.
Any damage caused by failure to observe any directions in this manual will not
be covered by warranty
FEATURES
PRATIKA® electropumps are suitable for pumping clear water that contains no
dissolved gases.
The electropumps in this series are multiphase centrifugal type and
submergible.
The parts that come into contact with the water are all suitable for use with
water for cooking. Each electropump is carefully tested and packed. Please
ensure that the electropump has not been damaged during transport; if this
occurs please phone the dealer, within 8 days from purchase date.
LIMITATIONS
WARNING
Electropump cannot be used to move inflammable or dangerous liquids.
WARNING
Ensure electropump never runs dry.
- MAX. TEMPERATURE OF LIQUID: 40 °C continuous operation
- MAX. ON/OFF CYCLES/HOUR: 30 equally spaced
- MAX. IMMERSION DEPTH: 10 m
- MAXIMUM DIMENSION OF SOLID OBJECTS PUMPED: 1,5 mm
TYPE| MIN. PRIMING LEVEL| MIN. DRAINAGE LEVEL| START
LEVEL| STOP LEVEL| WEIGHT Kg.
---|---|---|---|---|---
FIGURE| A| B| C| D| –
If the pump is equipped with an H05 power supply cable it is not suitable for
use with pools, ponds or similar.
If the pump is equipped with an H07 power supply cable it is only suitable for
use with pools if no one is in the water. (Please refer to fig.1)
INSTALLATION
DANGER – ELECTRIC SHOCK RISK
When installing, please ensure pump is disconnected from electrical supply.
WARNING
Make sure that float switch turns off pump, when at min. level of liquid.
WARNING
Make sure no obstacles are in the way of float switch, when it is in
motion.
DANGER
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
- Please use handlebar to move or lift pump
- Please use a non-return valve in case pump is connected to fixed installation with rigid piping; this will avoid liquid circulating when pump has been turned off; it is advisable to install a quickly disconnecting connection on the delivery pipe to make it easier to disconnect the pump for cleaning and maintenance
- Please use flexible pipe connected to the pump by means of plastic fittings in case of temporary use of pump
- Use a rope to immerse pump and fasten it to pump’s handlebar
- The automatic PRATIKA® model is equipped with a pre-set float switch (See fig.1) to change the adjustement increase or decrease the free piece of float switch cable by making it slide through the proper seat on the handlebar
- There can be particular requirements for pumps used in or next to pools, garden ponds or similar places.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
WARNING
Ensure tension and frequency of electropump (read plate) and power supply are
same.
DANGER – ELECTRIC SHOCK RISK
Installer must make sure that electric current network has ground wire
conforming to current laws.
DANGER – ELECTRIC SHOCK RISK
Make sure that electric current network is provided with a high-sensitivity
circuit breaker ∆=30 mA (DIN VDE 0100T739).
SINGLE PHASE VERSION
Single phase pumps are equipped with plugs with double ground contact at top end of power supply cord; in this case grounding is done when plugging in.
OVERLOAD PROTECTION
Single phase PRATIKA® range pumps have a built-in thermal overload with automatic reset . Further protection devices are not required.
CONNECTION DIAGRAMS (SEE DIAGRAMS FIG. 2)
A. Single phase pump without float switch
B. Single phase pump with float switch
- START (green)
- RUN (red)
- COMMON (black)
- CAPACITOR
- SUPPLY CORD
- GROMMET
- PLUG
- YELLOW-GREEN
- WHITE
- LIGHT BLUE
- BROWN
- FLOAT SWITCH
STARTING THE UNIT (SEE FIG. 1)
WARNING
Use the electropump for the type of uses listed on the plate.
WARNING
Do not let electropump run dry, the hydraulic parts and seal could be damaged.
WARNING
Do not run the electropump with the interception valve on delivery completely
closed.
- Before starting the electropump, connect the pipe to the (1″ ¼) delivery inlet, using the provided plastic fitting or other commercial pipe fittings
- Connections must be made so as to avoid losses
- Start the pump by inserting the plug in an appropriate outlet
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
DANGER – ELECTRIC SHOCK RISK
Before doing any operation, make sure machine is disconnected from electric
power supply.
DANGER – ELECTRIC SHOCK RISK
Power cord must be replaced by manufacturer or by Customer service, using
special tools.
Under normal conditions electropumps in the PRATIKA® series do not need any maintenance. Occasionally it may be necessary to clean the filter or other hydraulic parts. If the electropump is not going to be used for long periods of time (e.g. an entire season) it should be emptied completely, rinsed with clean water and put in a dry place
CLEANING THE FILTER
If the water being drawn is not perfectly clean, it may be necessary to clean
the pump using a steel brush to scrap accumulated dirt off the outer surface,
afterwards, without dismantling the pump, rinse the filter with clean water.
If this is not sufficient then clean the hydraulic parts.
CLEANING THE HYDRAULIC PARTS
- Unscrew nuts holding the filter
- In sequence remove the filter and suction flange
- Holding the impeller still, unscrew the locking nuts
- Remove the impellers and diffusors one at a time
- By loosening the tie rods, it is possible to disassemble the delivery flange to gain access to the mechanical seal
- Carefully wash the parts
- To assemble follow steps in reverse order
PROBLEM | POSSIBLE CAUSE | REMEDY |
---|---|---|
THE ELECTROPUMP DOES NOT PUMP WATER THE MOTOR DOES NOT RUN | No power. | Check |
if there is power and if the plug is plugged in properly
Motor protection tripped.| Verify the cause and reset the switch. If the
thermal has tripped wait until the system has cooled
Defective condenser| Replace the condenser
Shaft blocked.| Verify the cause and unblock the electropump.
THE MOTOR RUNS BUT THE ELECTROPUMP DOES NOT PUMP LIQUID| It is taking on air.|
Make sure that the joints are airtight. Check that the level of liquid has not
dropped below the minimum priming level.
Wrong rotation direction.| Reset the rotation direction.
Suction grate blocked.| Clean suction grate.
Non return valve blocked.| Clean or replace valve.
THE ELECTROPUMP STOPS AFTER RUNNING FOR A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME BECAUSE ONE OF
THE THERMAL MOTOR PROTECTION DEVICES TRIPS| Power supply does not conform to
data on plate.| Check the voltage on the power supply conductor cables.
A solid object is blocking the impellers| Dismantle the electropump and clean
it.
The liquid is too thick.| Change electropump type.
If the problem has not been eliminated after carrying out the above operations contact the closest service centre.
ONLY FOR EU COUNTRIES
Do not dispose of electric tools together with household waste material! In
observance of European Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic
equipment and its implementation in accordance with national law, electric
tools that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately and
returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility
WARRANTY
This device is covered by legal warranty, based on the regulations and standards in force to date and in the country of purchase, as regards manufacturing and/or material defects.The warranty only covers fixing or replacement of the pump or defective parts, at the PENTAIR INTERNATIONAL S.a.r.l. authorized service centers.Components subject to wear, such as mechanical seal and counter face, sealing rings and gaskets, impeller and hydraulic part, membranes and electric cables are guaranteed for a period not exceeding their useful life. For a proper use and life of the product, and to make use of the warranty rights, have these parts inspected and optionally replaced at the authorized service centers, based on their use.To exercise warranty rights, in the event of fault please contact your retailer and/or the authorized service center. Any defects of the product should be reported as soon as the fault is discovered and in any event, within the terms set forth by law. The warranty is valid as of the date of purchase, as proved by the user submitting a purchase receipt, invoice or delivery note.The warranty becomes void: if the failure is caused by improper treatments or operations, incorrect startup or storage, wrong electric or hydraulic connections, failed or inappropriate protection; if the equipment installation or system were not performed correctly; if the failure is due to force majeure or external non- controllable factors; if the product is used with abrasive or corrosive liquids or other than those allowed, or in any event not compatible with the materials used in the pump construction; if the product is used besides the limits reported on the plate or in conditions not allowed and in the event of unauthorized interventions by the user or other personnel for even partial disassembly of the product, changes or tampering; if the materials are naturally worn.Any use differing from that indicated on the use and maintenance manual is not guaranteed, unless otherwise indicated in writing by the manufacturer. Please read the instruction manual carefully before using the product.
Warnings:
If the unit does not work, check whether the failure is due to other reasons,
such as power supply failure, control or command equipment or wrong handling.
Please enclose the following documents with the faulty equipment:Purchase
receipt (invoice slip) Detailed description of the fault found
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