KARCHER SP 22.000 Dirt Level Sensor Instruction Manual

: May 15, 2024
: Karcher

KARCHER SP 22.000 Dirt Level Sensor

Other Models

SP 17.000 Flat Level Sensor
SP 22.000 Dirt Level Sensor
Other Models

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 up to a certain degree of soiling
SP 17.000 Flat Level Sensor:
Water with a degree of soiling up to grain size 5 mm
SP 22.000 Dirt Level Sensor:
Water with a degree of soiling up to grain size 30 mm
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

Accessories and spare parts

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 deal

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
Device description

Switch (Automatic mode/Manual mode)
Carrying handle
Power supply cable with plug
Automatic venting device
Quick-Connect
Pump connecting piece G 1 ½ (1″, 1 ¼” and 1 ½” hose connection and G 1 ½ thread)
Check valve (SP 17.000 Flat Level Sensor)
Connection nozzle (G 1 1 ½ thread)
Rail (level sensor)
Level sensor
Feet (SP 17.000 Flat Level Sensor)
Pre-filter (SP 22.000 Dirt Level Sensor removable)

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″.

SP 17.000 Flat Level Sensor: Accessories
SP 22.000 Dirt Level Sensor: Integrated in the foot

The pump connection is equipped with a plug system (Quick-Connect).

The Connection nozzle with G 1 ½ pump connecting piece is supplied unmounted 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 pump connecting piece must be shortened according to the grooves so that the required particle size can be used. A large hose diameter is also recommended for smaller particle sizes to allow a high flow volume.

Connecting the hose to the pump:

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

Erecting/immersing the pump:

Push the level sensor onto the rail from above.
Illustration D
Fold the feet out or in. (SP 17.000 Flat Level Sensor)
Illustration E

Note
The feet do not necessarily need for be folded out bit folding out the feet provides a higher delivery rate. Fold-ing the feet in allows flat suction of liquids to a residual fluid height of 1 mm.
Installing/removing the pre-filter. (SP 17.000 Flat Level Sensor)
Illustration E
Note
It is not necessary to install the pre-filter, but a higher delivery rate is reached by installing the pre-filter (only for SP 17.000 Flat Level Sensor). The pumped liquid is pre-filtered by the pre-filter to protect the pump from heavy contamination. Particles of up to 5 mm can still be pumped when using the filter. Removing the pre-filter al-lows flat suction of liquids to a residual fluid height of 1 mm. (only for SP 17.000 Flat Level Sensor).
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. Fluid can also leak along with air.
If the pump has problems with suction when the fluid level is low, unplug and plug in the mains plug repeatedly to assist the suction process.
**Illustration F

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Automatic mode

Note

In automatic mode, the level sensor controls the pumping process automatically. The pump switches on when the level sensor makes contact with the rising pumped liquid.

The pump switches off when the level sensor loses contact with the falling pumped liquid and an after-running time of 15 s has expired.
Illustration G

Switching on:

Minimum fluid level required to enable the pump to suck independently (= minimum switch-on point):

SP 17.000 Flat Level Sensor: 7 mm (57 mm when using the pre-filter)
SP 22.000 Dirt Level Sensor: 50 mm
Highest adjustable switching height of the level sensor:
SP 17.000 Flat Level Sensor: 190 mm (240 mm when using the pre-filter)
SP 22.000 Dirt Level Sensor: 237 mm
Minimum residual fluid height/max. suction depth:
SP 17.000 Flat Level Sensor: 1 mm (without prefilter, with folded feet)
SP 22.000 Dirt Level Sensor: 35 mm

Note

It is recommended to use the pre-filter.

Note

Make sure that the pump stands level. Otherwise the level sensor may not lose contact with the fluid and the pump can run dry.

Push the level sensor to the desired switch-on height (contact with the pumped liquid).
Note
The higher the level sensor is set, the higher the switch on and switch-off points. See the following table for application examples: Application area| SP 17.000 Flat
Level Sensor| SP 22.000 Dirt
Level Sensor
---|---|---
Shafts with a di- ameter < approx. 1 m (e.g. drain- age)| Level sensor in uppermost posi- tion| Level sensor in uppermost posi- tion
We recommend- ed using the pre- filter| Pre-filter flap closed (protection against soiling)
Swimming pools, ponds (only for SP 22000 Dirt Level Sensor)| Level sensor in lowest position| Level sensor in lowest position
Starting pumping with the pre-filter or folded out feet| Pre-filter flap closed (protection against soiling)
Continuing pumping without the pre-filter and folded in feet (reaches a residual fluid height of 1 mm)

Note

Perform in manual mode. Monitor the switch-off/ shallow suction.

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2. Set the switch to Automatic mode (AUTO).
Illustration H

Plug the mains plug into a mains socket.

Manual mode

Note

In manual mode, the pump stays switched on.

1. Set the switch to Manual mode (MAN).
Illustration H
2. Plug the mains plug into a mains socket.

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.

Flat suction (SP 17.000 Flat Level Sensor)

It is recommended to use manual mode to reach the min. residual fluid height of 1 mm.

A check valve is installed in the SP 17.000 Flat Level Sensor. This prevents residual fluid in the hose from flowing back after the pumping process finishes.

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 liquid’s 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 liquid is drawn in.

The suction area is clogged.|

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

Water level below the minimum liquid level.|

Immerse the pump deeper into the pumped liquid 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 overheating.|

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 level sensor stops the pump.|

Check the position of the level sensor and correct if necessary.
Note
The pump stops 15 s after the level sensor no longer has contact with the water.

The level sensor does not react because it is soiled.|

Clean the level sensor.

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 Technical data.
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 pump runs although the level sensor has no contact with the water| The level sensor does not react because it is soiled.| 1. Clean the level sensor.
The switch is set to Manual mode (MAN).| 1. Set the switch ´to Automatic mode (AUTO).
Extended after-running time| The level sensor is dirty.| 1. Clean the level sensor.

Technical data

SP 17.000 SP 22.000
Flat Level Dirt Level
Sensor el Sensor

Device performance data

Mains voltage V| 230-240| 230-240
Power frequency Hz| 50| 50
Nominal power W| 550| 750
Maximum flow rate 1/h| 17,000| 22,000
Pressure (max.) MPa (bar)| 0.09 (0.9)| 0.08 (0.8)
Delivery height (max.) m| 9| 8
Immersion depth (max.)| 7| 7
Perm. temp. feed fluid °C| 5…35| 5…35
Particle size (max.) of mm permissible feed fluids| 5| 30
Minimum fluid level mm (manual mode)| 7| 50
Residual fluid height mm| 1| 35
Weight (without acces- kg series)| 6| 6.7
Subject to technical modifications.

Optimising the flow rate

The flow rate is further increased:

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.

Optimising the flow rate

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.

Chairman of the Board of Management

Manager Regulatory Affairs & Certification

Responsable de la documentation :
S. Reiser
Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG
Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 – 40
71364 Winnenden (Germany)

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.