Clarke STP12 Instruction Manual

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
LS1015
SUBMERSIBLE TRANSFER PUMP
MODEL NO: STP12
PART NO: 7260050

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE product.
Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and
follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself
and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase
giving you long and satisfactory service.
LIMITATIONS OF USE
This pump must only be used to transfer:
•Cleanwater
•Dieselfuel
• Paraffin
DO NOT use this pump for pumping:
• Slurry
• Septic Tanks
• Sandy or dirty water
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12
months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be
required as proof of purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or
tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was
intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can
be returned to us without prior permission.
This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.
WARNING: DO NOT USE FOR PUMPING PETROL

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ENVIRONMENTAL RECYCLING POLICY
Through purchase of this product, the customer is taking on the
obligation to deal with the WEEE in accordance with the WEEE
regulations in relation to the treatment, recycling & recovery and
environmentally sound disposal of the WEEE.
In effect, this means that this product must not be disposed of with general
household waste. It must be disposed of according to the laws governing
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) at a recognised disposal
facility.
CONTENTS
Please check the contents to ensure they are complete and that no transit
damage has occurred.
Should any damage be apparent, please contact your Clarke dealer
immediately.
SPECIFICATIONS
12 Volt Submersible Pump (with 3.8 m
supply cable with crocodile clips)
2 x hose clips
15mm metal delivery tube 3m delivery hose
Flow Rate 21 litres/min. for diesel and kerosene
19 litres/min. for clean water
Minimum Water Depth 40 mm
Pump Outlet Size 19 mm (external diameter)
Voltage 12 V
Current 4.5A DC
Pressure 0.23 bar
Height 160 mm
Diameter 55.5 mm
Weight 0.67 kg
Duty Cycle 15 mins on, 15 mins off in 30 min cycle

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. ALWAYS disconnect the pump from the power supply before carrying out
maintenance operations.
2. ALWAYS examine the power cable before use to make sure that it is not
damaged.
3. ALWAYS make sure that the filter is clean and serviceable before use.
4. Do not let the pump run dry (Minimum water depth is 40 mm).
5. DO NOT exceed the duty cycle - see Specifications.
6. DO NOT use the pump if any parts appear to be damaged. Have the
pump repaired by your Clarke dealer.
7. DO NOT use the pump for any purpose other than that for which it is
intended.
8. DO NOT operate the pump continuously - e.g. in a fish pond or collection
tank, water feature etc.
9. DO NOT use or keep the pump in freezing conditions.
10. DO NOT allow uncontrolled discharge of contaminated liquid etc. ALWAYS
collect in a container and dispose of according to all H&S regulations and
local laws.

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USING THE PUMP
1. Always make sure that the pump is in a good working condition and:
• has no signs of damage
• the filter is in place and perfectly clean
• the power cable is in perfect condition
2. Attach the flexible hose to the outlet, securing with the hose clip supplied.
3. If required, attach the metal tube to the discharge end of the flexible hose,
securing with the hose clip supplied.
4. Carefully lower the pump into the tank or sump etc., to be drained.
5. Connect the clamps to the 12 Volt battery and use the in-line switch to turn
the pump on.
IMPORTANT: Connect the red - positive clamp to the red positive terminal
of the battery FIRST, then connect the black clamp to the black - negative
terminal, ensuring both clamps are perfectly secure.
6. When disconnecting - ALWAYS disconnect the black - negative clamp
FIRST.
7. Always observe the pump discharge. Should flow/performance
deteriorate during use, it is probable that the filter is becoming blocked.
UNBLOCKING THE FILTER
1. Disconnect the pump from the battery - black terminal first, then carefully
withdraw the pump from the pit or sump etc. DO NOT yank the cable.
2. Unscrew the base and remove the filter. Either clean thoroughly or replace
as necessary, then check the impeller to ensure it is free to rotate and is not
blocked.
3. When satisfied, replace pump in sump or pit etc., and proceed to pump
once more.
4. When finished, ALWAYS remove the filter and clean it thoroughly, then allow
it to dry.
5. Thoroughly clean the pump with clean water and ensure the impeller is
completely free to rotate and is free of any contaminants.
6. Reassemble the pump and store in a clean, dry environment.

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EXPLODED PART LIST AND DIAGRAM
Part numbers are STP12+(the number of the part above)

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY