PS 3-Phase Pumps Operation
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2.7 Precautions During Installation
2.7.1 The pump is supplied with a threaded discharge fitting. Tighten hose
coupling or discharge pipe securely and with proper gaskets.
When installing the pump, be mindful of the pump’s center of gravity
and weight. If the pump is not suspended properly, the pump may fall
and break, which may lead to injury.
When installing or moving the pump, do not suspend the pump by the
cable assembly. Doing so will damage the cable, which may cause a
short, electrical shock, or fire.
When transporting the pump manually, be sure to have a sufficient
number of people to carry out the task. To prevent back injury when
lifting, bend your knees without bending your back.
2.7.2 Handle the pump carefully. Do not drop it or expose it to strong
impacts. When suspending the pump to raise or to lower it, attach a
wire rope (a) or a chain to the pump’s lifting handle.
Note: For proper procedures for handling the cable assembly, refer to
“Electrical Wiring” in this manual.
Do not operate the pump dry. Doing so will prevent the pump from
attaining its full potential and may also damage the pump and lead to
a short and electrical shock.
In order to properly discharge water, provide adequate piping to the
area where the pump is mounted. Improper piping may lead to water
leakage or other malfunctions.
2.7.3 Install the pump only in an area that can maintain a proper water level.
Note: For details on the water level necessary for pump operation,
refer to “Water Level During Operation” in Operation.
2.7.4 When using a hose to provide piping to the pump, observe the
following:
Use the shortest possible length of discharge hose and minimize the
number of bends. Verify that the end of the hose (discharge side) is
lifted above the water surface (b). If the end of the hose is submerged
in water, it may cause the water to flow back (c) when the pump has
been stopped. If the end of the hose is located at a level that is lower
than that of the source water surface, water may continue to flow out
even after the pump has been stopped.
Note: Appropriate piping materials must be provided by the user.
Piping materials are not included with the product.
If an excessive amount of sediment is drawn into the pump, it may
cause the pump to wear, which can lead to current leakage or electrical
shock.
2.7.5 The pump must be placed upright during operation. If there is a risk
that the pump could be buried under the sediment, place the pump on
a base made up of materials such as concrete blocks.
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