KARCHER SP 5 Dirt Submersible Water Pump Instruction Manual
- June 3, 2024
- Karcher
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KARCHER SP 5 Dirt Submersible Water Pump Instruction Manual
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
- Carrying handle
- Power cord with plug
- Lock (float switch)
- Height adjustment (float switch)
- Swimmer switch
- Automatic venting device
- Quick-Connect
- Connection nozzle (1¼” hose connection and G1 thread SP 5 Dirt)
- Connection nozzle (G1½ – thread SP 7 Dirt)
- Pump connecting piece (1″, 1¼” and 1½” hose connection and G1½ – thread SP 7 Dirt)
- Pre-filter (SP 7 Dirt)
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 5 Dirt
Water with a degree of contamination up to a grain size of 20 mm SP 7 Dirt
Water with a degree of contamination up to a grain size of 30 mm
⚠ 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 “.
SP 5 Dirt, special accessories
SP 7 Dirt, integrated in the base The pump connection is equipped with a
plug system (Quick-Connect).
The unmounted connection nozzle (SP 5 Dirt) or the connection nozzle with pump
connecting piece (SP 7 Dirt) is enclosed in the device. Illustration
⇨ To remove the connection nozzle, press the Quick Connect (grey button).
Illustration (SP 5 Dirt)
⇨ 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.
NOTICE
To increase the flow volume, the pump connecting piece can be shortened
according to the hose used. 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 (SP 7 Dirt)
⇨ Screw the pump connecting piece onto the connection nozzle.
⇨ Slide the hose clamp onto the hose.
⇨ 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.
NOTICE
Hoses with a diameter of 1“, 1¼“ and 1½“ can be connected to the pump
connecting piece.
To increase the flow volume, the pump connecting piece can be shortened
according to the hose used. Illustration
⇨ Snap the float switch into the height adjustment.
⇨ 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 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 Adjust the float switch via the height adjustment and the cable
length between float switch and height adjustment.
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. The
cable between the float switch and the lock must be at least 2.5 cm long.
Switch-on height / switch-off height (float switch in the lowest
position):
*The switching height can vary depending on the position of the float switch. Likewise, the cable length between the float switch and the lock can influence the switching heights. We recommend retaining the preset cable length. Insert the mains plug into the socket.
Manual operation
Illustration Secure the nose on the float switch into the opening of the lock
pointing up.
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 5 Dirt) or 50 mm (SP 7 Dirt). The pump can pump up
to a residual fluid height of 25 mm (SP 5 Dirt) or 35 mm (SP 7 Dirt). 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 maintenance-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
Specifications
The possible delivery rate is even larger:
– the lower the delivery height
– the larger the diameter of the hose used
– the shorter the hose used
– the lower the pressure loss caused by the connected accessories
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