KARCHER SP 16.000 Dual Flat Suction Submersible Dirty Water Pump Instruction Manual

: June 12, 2024
: Karcher

KARCHER SP 16.000 Dual Flat Suction Submersible Dirty Water Pump

KARCHER SP 16.000 Dual Flat Suction Submersible Dirty Water
Pump

General notes

Read these original operating instructions and the enclosed safety instructions before using the device for the first time. Proceed accordingly.
Keep both books for future reference or for future owners.

Intended use

Only use the device in private households.

Intended use:

Removal of water from building sections in the event of flooding
Transferring and pumping water from containers
Water removal from wells and shafts
Pumping fresh water out of boats and yachts For notes on functional principle, see chapter Operation.

Permissible feed fluids

DANGER
Danger of death and risk of damage when pumping explosive, flammable or unsuitable substances!
Flammable or explosive substances may ignite or explode. Unsuitable substances can damage the pump.
Do not pump explosive, flammable or corrosive liquids or gases (e.g. fuels, petroleum, nitro thinner) and do not pump fats, oils, salt water or waste water from sanitary facilities or water that has a lower flowing ability than clean water.
Permissible feed fluids:

Fresh water to the specified degree of soiling with a maximum particle size as specified in chapter Specifications.
Swimming pool water with intended dosage of additives
Washing lye, e.g. from leaking washing machines.
Then rinse and clean the pump with clear fresh water, see chapter Rinsing and cleaning.
The temperature of the pumped liquids must lie between 5 °C and 35 °C

Improper use

ATTENTION
Risk of damage due to frost!
Operation during frost may damage the device. An incompletely emptied device can be damaged by frost.
Do not operate the device during frost.
Protect the device from frost.
ATTENTION
Risk of damage during continuous operation!
The device is not suitable for continuous operation.
Do not operate the device continuously for long periods (e.g. continuous circulation operation in ponds) or as a stationary installation (e.g. as a water lifting system, fountain pump).
Note
The manufacturer accepts no liability for possible damage caused by improper use or incorrect operation.

Hazard levels

DANGER

Indication of an imminent threat of danger that will lead to severe injuries or even death.

WARNING

Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to severe injuries or even death.

CAUTION

Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to minor injuries.

ATTENTION

Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to damage to property

Environmental protection

The packing materials can be recycled. Please dispose of packaging in accordance with the environmental regulations.
Electrical and electronic appliances contain valuable, recyclable materials and often components such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil, which – if handled or disposed of incorrectly – can pose a potential threat to human health and the environment. However, these components are required for the correct operation of the appliance. Appliances marked by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of together with the household rubbish.

Notes on the content materials (REACH)
Current information on content materials can be found at: www.kaercher.com/REACH

Only use original accessories and original spare parts. They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and safely.
Information on accessories and spare parts can be found at www.kaercher.com.

Scope of delivery

The scope of delivery for the appliance is shown on the packaging. Check the contents for completeness when unpacking. If any accessories are missing or in the event of any shipping damage, please notify your dealer.

Warranty

The warranty conditions issued by our sales company responsible apply in all countries. We shall remedy possible malfunctions on your device within the warranty period free of cost, provided that a material or manufacturing defect is the cause. In a warranty case, please contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the next authorised customer service site. (See overleaf for the address)

Device description

See graphics page for illustrations

Illustration A

Carrying handle
Power supply cable with plug
Automatic venting device
Quick-Connect hose connection
Pump connecting piece G 1 ½ (1″, 1 ¼” and 1 ½” hose connection and G 1 ½ thread)
*Pump connecting piece G 1 (3/4″ and 1″ hose connection and G 1 thread)
- Check valve
G 1 threaded connection
Connection nozzle (G 1 ½ thread)
Setting for filter basket
Filter basket
Lock (float switch)
Height adjustment (float switch)
Float switch
*Not included in the scope of delivery

Initial startup

DANGER
Risk of electric shock and risk of injury!
The device contains electrical and mechanical components.
Always disconnect the device from the power supply before assembling, disassembling or cleaning.
Note
The shorter the hose length and larger the hose diameter, the higher the delivery rate.
To avoid clogging the pump, use a pre-filter for hose diameters smaller than 1 ¼″. The pump connection is equipped with a plug system (Quick-Connect).
The connection nozzle with pump connecting piece G 1 ½ and the G1 threaded connection are supplied uninstalled with the device.

Note
Hoses with a diameter of 1″, 1 ¼″ and 1 ½″ can be connected to the pump connecting piece G 1 ½.
A sufficiently large hose diameter must be selected and the G 1 ½ pump connecting piece must be shortened at the grooves so that the required particle size can be pumped. A large hose diameter is also recommended for smaller particle sizes to allow a high flow volume. Connecting a hose to the pump when using a 1″, 1 ¼″ or 1 ½″ hose:

Screw the G 1 ½ pump connecting piece onto the connection nozzle.
Illustration B
Push the hose clamp onto the hose.
Push the hose onto the G 1 ½ pump connecting piece and fasten it with a hose clamp.
Push the connection nozzle into the Quick-Connect.
Illustration C

Connecting a hose to the pump when using a ¾″ or 1″ hose:

Screw the G 1 threaded connection onto the connection nozzle.
Illustration B
Fit the special accessory G 1 pump connecting piece(6.997-359.0 pump connecting piece G 1 (33.3 mm) incl. check valve – not included in the scope of delivery) onto the G 1 threaded connection:
a Place the check valve on the G 1 threaded connection so that the lettering “UP” is legible.
b Screw the pump connecting piece G 1 onto the G 1 threaded connection.
Push the hose clamp onto the hose.
Push the hose onto the pump connecting piece G 1 and fasten it with a hose clamp.
Push the connection nozzle into the Quick-Connect.
Illustration C

Erecting/immersing the pump:

Insert the height adjustment of the float switch into the lock.
Illustration D
Place the pump securely on solid ground in the pumped liquid or immerse it via a rope attached to the carrying handle.

Note

The suction area must not be blocked by soiling. If the ground is muddy, place the pump on a brick or similar. Make sure that the pump stands level. Do not carry the pump using the cable or hose.

Operation

DANGER
Danger of death from electric shock.
Danger of death from electric shock if live parts are touched.
During operation, do not touch the rope attached to the carrying handle or any objects that are in contact with the pumped liquid (e.g. pipelines protruding into the pumped liquid, railings) and do not reach into the pumped liquid.

Automatic venting device

If the fluid level is low, any sucked-in air, or air present in the pump, may escape via the automatic venting device. Liquid can also leak along with air.
If the pump has problems priming when the fluid level is low, unplug and plug in the mains plug repeatedly to assist the priming process.
Illustration E

Adjusting the filter basket

The filter basket can be operated in 2 positions.
**Illustration F

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| Waste water and clear water delivery.
We would recommend this filter basket position at the start of the pumping process, since on this occasion the pumping capacity is at its greatest.
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| Flat vacuuming.
In this filter basket position, flat vacuuming is possible up to 1 mm residual fluid height in manual operation.

Put the pump on the ground.
Clamp the pump between your feet and take hold of the carrying handle.
Unlatch the filter basket by turning the handle to the right.
Move the filter basket into the required position.
Lock the filter basket in place by turning the handle to the left

Automatic mode

Set the float switch using the height adjustment, and the cable length between the float switch and the lock.
Note
When the pump is operated unattended, always set the float switch to the uppermost position in order to ensure that the pump can switch off reliably.
Illustration G

When the float switch is set to the lowermost position, set the cable length between the float switch and the lock to 2.5 cm, see marking on the cable.
Illustration H
Move the filter basket into the “Waste water and clear water delivery” position, see chapter Adjusting the filter basket.
Plug the mains plug into the socket.

Note
In automatic mode, the float switch controls the pumping process automatically. The pump switches on as soon as the float switch reaches the switch-on height caused by the rising fluid level.
The pump switches off when the float switch reaches the switch-off height caused by the sinking fluid level.
The float switch must be able to move freely.

Note
The switching heights vary depending on:

Position of the float switch.
Cable length between the float switch and lock.

The cable length must be at least 2.5 cm. We would recommend retaining the set cable length. For information on the switching heights, see chapter Specifications.

Manual operation

Note
In manual operation, the pump stays switched on.
The specified residual liquid level (see chapter Specifications) can only be achieved via manual operation.

Fasten the float switch in the lock pointing upwards.
Illustration I
Move the filter basket to the desired position depending on the fluid level (see chapters Specifications and Adjusting the filter basket).
ATTENTION
Risk of damage from dry running!
Dry running leads to increased wear on the pump.
Do not leave the pump unattended in manual operation.
In case of dry running, immediately pull the mains plug out of the socket.
Plug the mains plug into the socket.

Finishing operation

Pull the mains plug out of the socket.
The device stops.
ATTENTION
Risk of damage!
Risk of damage due to dried soiling or additives.
Rinse and clean the device immediately after each use.
If dirty liquids or liquids with additives have been pumped, rinse and clean the device immediately after finishing operation, see chapter Rinsing and cleaning.
Drain the device and accessories and let them dry

Care and maintenance

DANGER
Risk of electric shock and risk of injury!
The device contains electrical and mechanical components. Cleaning and user maintenance may not be carried out by children.

Rinsing and cleaning

ATTENTION
Risk of damage!
Risk of damage due to dried soiling or additives.
Rinse and clean the device immediately after each use.

If dirty liquids or liquids with additives have been pumped, the device must be rinsed afterwards: Use the device to pump clear fresh water without additives until all soiling or additives have been flushed out of the device.
DANGER
Risk of electric shock and risk of injury!
The device contains electrical and mechanical components.
Always disconnect the device from the power supply before assembling, disassembling or cleaning.
Pull the mains plug out of the socket.
Press the Quick-Connect button and remove the connection nozzle.
Illustration C
Where necessary, remove residue from the hose and on Quick-Connect.
Clean the outside of the device with a soft, clean cloth and clear fresh water.
Drain the device and accessories and let them dry

Service

The device is maintenance-free.

Transport

Manual transport

CAUTION
Risk of injury from tripping!
There is a risk of injury from tripping on loose cables and hoses.
Be careful of cables and hoses when moving the device.

Lift and carry the device by the carrying handle.
Transport in vehicles
WARNING
Risk of injury, risk of damage!
Note the weight of the device during transport.
Store or secure the device in accordance with applicable guidelines so that it cannot slip or be thrown around during transport.
When transporting the device in vehicles, secure it to prevent it from slipping or overturning in accordance with the respectively applicable guidelines.

Storage

ATTENTION
Risk of damage due to frost!
An incompletely emptied device can be damaged by frost.
Completely empty the device and accessories before storing them.
Protect the device from frost.
Store the device in a frost-free place and not outdoors.

CAUTION
Risk of injury and damage!
The device may tip over on sloping surfaces.
Be aware of the weight of the device during storage.

Completely empty the pump and accessories.
Allow the pump and accessories to dry out.
Store the pump in a frost-protected place.

Troubleshooting guide

Malfunctions often have simple causes that you can remedy yourself using the following overview. When in doubt, or in the case of malfunctions not mentioned here, please contact your authorised Customer Service.

Fault	Cause	Rectification
The pump is running, but not delivering	Air is in the pump.

Pull the mains plug out of the socket and plug it in again several times, until the fluid is drawn in.

The suction area is clogged.|

Pull the mains plug out of the socket.
Clean the suction area.

The fluid level is too low in manual operation.|

Immerse the pump deeper into the feed fluid if possible, see chapter Operation.

The pump does not start up, or stops suddenly during operation| The power supply is disconnected.|

Check the fuses and the electrical connections.

The thermal protection switch has switched off the pump because of over- heating.|

Pull the mains plug out of the socket.
Allow the pump to cool down.
Remove any dirt particles in the suction area.
Clean the suction area.
Prevent the pump from running dry.

Dirt particles block the suction area.|

Pull the mains plug out of the socket.
Clean the suction area.

The pumping capacity decreases| The suction area is clogged.|

Pull the mains plug out of the socket.
Clean the suction area.

The delivery rate is too low| The maximum delivery head is exceeded.
The hose diameter and the hose length have been selected incorrectly.|

Observe the maximum delivery head, see chapter Specifications.
If necessary, select a greater hose diameter or a shorter hose length, see chapter Optimising the flow rate.

Quick-Connect cannot be opened or closed| The push-fit system is dirty.|

Remove the clip.
Clean the clip.
Install the clip.

The filter basket cannot be moved| The filter basket is dirty.|

Loosen the latch screws using a screwdriver.
Remove the filter basket.
Clean the filter basket.
Install the filter basket.

Specifications

SP 16,000 Dual

Electrical connection
Mains voltage| V| 230-240
Power frequency| Hz| 50
Nominal power| W| 550
Device performance data
Flow rate (max.)| l/h| 16.000
Pressure (max.)| bar| 0,9
Delivery head (max.)| m| 9
Immersion depth (max.)| m| 7
Particle size (max.) of permissible feed fluids| mm| 20
Automatic mode
Switch-on height of float switch (locking in uppermost| mm| 255-310
position)| |
Switch-off height of float switch (locking in uppermost position)| mm| 115-220
Switch-on height of float switch (locking in lowermost po- sition)| mm| 155-210
Switch-off height of float switch (locking in lowermost po-| mm| 40-120
sition)| |
Manual operation
Minimum fluid height for waste water and clear water de-| mm| 60
livery| |
Residual fluid height for waste water and clear water de- livery| mm| 25
Minimum fluid height for flat vacuuming| mm| 40
Residual fluid height for flat vacuuming| mm| 1
Dimensions and weights
Weight (without accessories)| kg| 5,0
Mains cable
Cable length| m| 10

Note
Reason for exception according to regulation (EU) 2019/1781 Annex I Section 2 (12): (j) Subject to technical modifications!

Optimising the flow rate

The flow rate is increased when:

The lifting height is reduced.
The diameter of the hose used is increased.
The length of the hose used is decreased.
The smaller the pressure loss caused by the connected up accessories.

Declaration of Conformity

EU Declaration of Conformity

We hereby declare that the machine described below complies with the relevant basic safety and health requirements in the EU Directives, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version placed in circulation by us. This declaration is invalidated by any changes made to the machine that are not approved by us.
Product: Pump
Type: 1.645-xxx
Currently applicable EU Directives
2014/35/EU
2014/30/EU
2011/65/EU
2009/125/EC
Commission Regulation(s)
(EU) 2019/1781
Harmonised standards used
EN 60335-1
EN 60335-2-41
EN 62233: 2008
EN 55014-1: 2017 + A11: 2020
EN 55014-2: 2015
EN 61000-3-2: 2014
EN 61000-3-3: 2013
EN IEC 63000: 2018
The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the company management.

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Manager Regulatory Affairs & Certification

Documentation supervisor:
S. Reiser
Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG
Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 – 40
71364 Winnenden (Germany)
Ph.: +49 7195 14-0
Fax: +49 7195 14-2212
Winnenden, 2021/06/01

Declaration of Conformity (UK)

We hereby declare that the product described below complies with the relevant provisions of the following UK Regulations, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version put into circulation by us.
This declaration shall cease to be valid if the product is modified without our prior approval.
Product: Pump
Type: 1.645-xxx
Currently applicable UK Regulations
S.I. 2016/1101 (as amended)
S.I. 2016/1091 (as amended)
S.I. 2012/3032 (as amended)
S.I. 2010/2617 (as amended)
Commission Regulation(s)
(EU) 2019/1781
Designated standards used
EN 60335-1
EN 60335-2-41
EN 62233: 2008
EN 55014-1: 2017 + A11: 2020
EN 55014-2: 2015
EN 61000-3-2: 2014
EN 61000-3-3: 2013
EN IEC 63000: 2018
The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the company management.

H. Jenner
Chairman of the Board of Management

S. Reiser
Manager Regulatory Affairs & Certification

Documentation supervisor:
S. Reiser
Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG
Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 – 40
71364 Winnenden (Germany)
Ph.: +49 7195 14-0

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