KARCHER SP 1 Dirt Dirty Water Pump Instruction Manual

: June 5, 2024
: Karcher

KARCHER SP 1 Dirt Dirty Water Pump Instruction Manual

SP 1 Dirt
SP 2 Flat
SP 3 Dirt

SP 1

Figure A-F

Please read and comply with these original operating instructions and the enclosed safety instructions. Proceed accordingly. Keep both booklets for future reference or subsequent owners.

Warranty

The warranty terms published by the relevant sales company are applicable in each country. We will repair potential failures of your appliance within the warranty period free of charge, provided that such failure is caused by faulty material or defects in manufacturing. In the event of a warranty claim please contact your dealer or the nearest authorized Customer Service centre.
Please submit the proof of purchase.
The adhesive type label must not be removed from the device. Warranty is no longer granted if the label is removed.

Environmental protection

The packaging material can be recycled.
Please do not place the packaging into the ordinary refuse for disposal, but arrange for the proper recycling.

Old appliances contain valuable materials that can be recycled. Please arrange for the proper recycling of old appliances. Please dispose your old appliances using appropriate collection systems.

Notes about the ingredients (REACH)
You will find current information about the ingredients at:
www.kaercher.com/REACH

Description of the Appliance

1 Carrying handle
Power cord with plug
Lock (float switch)
Swimmer switch
Quick-Connect
Automatic venting device
Connection nozzle (1¼“ hose connection and G1 thread)
Support legs (SP 2 Flat, foldable)

Proper use

This appliance has been designed for use in private households and is not intended for commercial use.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any damages that may occur on account of improper use or wrong operations.

The device is mainly intended for draining building parts in case of flooding, but also for pumping over or out containers, for water removal from wells and shafts as well as for draining water from boats and yachts, provided that it is fresh water.

NOTICE

The device is not suitable for continuous pump operation (e.g. continuous circulation in a pond) or as a stationary installations (e.g. lifting device, fountain pump).

Approved feed fluids

Fresh water up to a certain degree of soiling
Water from swimming pool (provided the dosing of additives is proper)
Washing lye

SP 1 and SP 3 Dirt (wastewater pump)

Water with a degree of contamination up to a grain size of 20 mm

SP 2 Flat (clean water pump)

Water with a impurities up to a maximum grain size of 5mm

DANGER

Risk of injury, risk of damage! Caustic, slightly inflammable and other explosive substances (such as petrol, petroleum, diluted nitrogen), greases, oils, salt water and waste water from toilets as well as sludgy water that has a slower flow capacity than water, must not be transported with this pump. The temperature of the delivered fluid must be between 5 °C and 35 °C.

Start up

NOTICE

The shorter the hose length and the larger the hose diameter, the higher the pump capacity.
To prevent clogging of the pump, use a prefilter with hose diameters of less than 1¼ “ (see special accessories).
The pump connection is equipped with a plug system (Quick-Connect).
The unmounted connection nozzle is enclosed in the device.
Illustration A

To remove the connection nozzle, press the QuickConnect (grey button).

Illustration B

Slide the hose clamp onto the hose.

If a ¾“ or 1“ hose is used:

Screw pump connecting piece (see special accessory) onto the connection nozzle.
Slide the hose onto the pump connecting piece and secure it by means of a hose clamp.
Slide the connection nozzle into the Quick-Connect.

If a 1¼ “ hose is used:

Slide the hose onto the connection nozzle and secure by means of a hose clamp.
Slide the connection nozzle into the Quick-Connect.

Illustration C

Folding the support legs in and out (SP 2 Flat – see operation).
Safely place the pump on a stable surface in the feed fluid or immerse it using a rope tied to the carrying handle.

NOTICE

The suction area must not be blocked by soiling.
In case of muddy ground, place the pump on a brick or the like.
Ensure that the pump is level.
Do not carry the pump on the cable or the hose.

Operation

DANGER

Risk of mortal danger on account of electric shock! Do not touch feed fluids, the rope attached to the carrying handle as well as objects that are in contact with the feed fluid (e.g. pipelines extending into the water, railings, etc.).

Automatic venting device

Illustration D

With a low fluid level, possibly drawn air or air that is present in the pump escapes via the automatic venting device. In addition, fluid may leak at this spot.
If the pump has suction problems with a low fluid level, unplug and plug in the mains plug repeatedly in order to support the suction process.

Automatic operation

Illustration C

Fold out the support legs (SP 2 Flat) for the pump start if necessary.

NOTICE

It is not mandatory to fold out the support legs; a higher pump capacity is achieved by folding out the support legs.

Illustration E

NOTICE

In the automatic mode, the float switch controls the pumping operations automatically.
The pump switches on as soon as the float switch has reached the switch-on height due to the rising fluid level.
The pump switches off as soon as the float switch has reached the switch-off height due to the falling fluid level. Ensure that the float switch is not obstructed in any way.

For switch-on height / switch-off height see the following table:

*The switching height can vary depending on the position of the float switch.

Insert the mains plug into the socket.

Manual operation

Illustration C

Fold in the support legs (SP 2 Flat) for the pump start.

NOTICE

By folding in the support legs the flat vacuuming of the fluid up to a residual fluid height of 1 mm becomes possible in manual operation.

Illustration F

Secure the float switch pointing upwards in the lock.

NOTICE

In manual operation the pump remains switched on continuously.
In order that the pump draws independently in manual operation, the fluid level must be at least 60 mm (SP 1 and 3 Dirt) or 7 mm (SP 2 Flat).
The pump can pump up to a residual fluid height of 25 mm (SP 1 and 3 Dirt) or 1 mm (SP 2 Flat).
The stated residual fluid height is only achieved in manual operation.

Insert the mains plug into the socket.

ATTENTION

Risk of damage! Dry running leads to increased wear; never leave the pump unattended during manual operation. Switch off immediately in case of dry running.

Finish operation

NOTICE
Soiling can deposit and lead to malfunctions.

Pump clear water or thoroughly rinse the pump after every use.
This especially applies after pumping chlorinated water or other liquids that leave residue.
Disconnect the main plug from the socket.

Maintenance

The pump is maintenace-free.

Transport

CAUTION

In order to prevent accidents or injuries, keep in mind the weight of the appliance during transport (see Specifications).

Lift and carry the pump on the carrying handle.
If you want to transport the appliance on a vehicle secure it from slipping.

Storage

CAUTION

In order to prevent accidents or injuries, keep in mind the weight of the appliance when selecting a storage location for it (see Specifications).

Storing the pump

Completely drain the pump and allow it to dry.
Store the pump in a frost-free place.

Special accessories

Troubleshooting

DANGER

Risk of mortal danger on account of electric shock!
To avoid risks, all repairs and replacement of spare parts may only be carried out by the authorised customer service personnel.

Troubleshooting