Grundfos Sololift2 C-3 User manual

Sololift2 C-3
Installation and operating instructions
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GRUNDFOS INSTRUCTIONS

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English (GB) Installation and operating instructions
Original installation and operating instructions.
CONTENTS
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1. Symbols used in this document
2. General description
The C-3 is a small, compact automatic lifting station
suitable for pumping grey wastewater off places
where it cannot be led directly to the sewer by means
of a natural downward slope.
3. Applications
The product is suitable for pumping grey wastewater
from a washing machine, dishwasher, kitchen sink,
bath tub or shower.
1. Symbols used in this document 2
2. General description 2
3. Applications 2
4. Pumped liquids 3
5. Installation 3
6. Electrical connection 3
7. Service 3
7.1 Service documentation 3
7.2 Maintenance 4
7.3 Service instructions 4
8. Technical data 5
9. Fault finding 6
10. Disposal 7
Warning
Prior to installation, read these installation
and operating instructions. Installation and
operation must comply with local
regulations, EN 12056-4 and accepted
codes of good practice.
Warning
The use of this product requires
experience with and knowledge of the
product.
Persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities must not use this
product, unless they are under supervision
or have been instructed in the use of the
product by a person responsible for their
safety.
Children must not use or play with this
product.
Warning
If these safety instructions are not
observed, it may result in personal injury.
Warning
The surface of the product may be so hot
that it may cause burns or personal injury.
Caution
If these safety instructions are not
observed, it may result in malfunction or
damage to the equipment.
Note
Notes or instructions that make the job
easier and ensure safe operation.
Caution
If you are away for a long period (e.g.
holidays), we recommend that you turn off
the water supply to the units served by the
lifting station.
Note
The product must be fastened to the floor
to prevent uplift and turning.

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4. Pumped liquids
Grey wastewater up to 90 °C.
Ordinary liquids for cleaning of the appliances
connected. pH value: 4-10.
5. Installation
6. Electrical connection
Make sure that the product is suitable for the supply
voltage and frequency available at the installation
site.
The electrical connection must be carried out in
accordance with local regulations.
7. Service
For service kits, see www.grundfos.com > WebCAPS
> Service.
7.1 Service documentation
Service documentation is available at
www.grundfos.com > WebCAPS > Service.
If you have any questions, please contact the
nearest Grundfos company or service workshop.
Caution
The product must not pump harsh
chemicals or solvents. See the quick
guide.
Caution
Do not pull or lift the product by the supply
cable.
Note
We strongly recommend that you install an
LC A2 alarm device (accessory) if a
washing machine, dishwasher, bathtub
and/or a shower are connected to the
lifting station.
The LC A2 will emit an acoustic alarm and
switch off the washing machine or
dishwasher if the water level in the tank
becomes too high.
Caution
We strongly recommend that you change
the level switch for applications involving
foaming wastewater. In this case please
use the pressure switch with product
number 98144467.
Note
The product must be accessible for
maintenance and repair.
The product must be placed in a frost-free
room to prevent the pumped liquid from
freezing.
Make sure that all external pipework is
adequately insulated.
The discharge pipe must be made of rigid
material, such as copper, or of rigid PVC
with solvent-welded joints.
To prevent the transmission of vibrations
to buildings, make sure that the pipework
is thoroughly fixed and that fittings cannot
move and are not in contact with building
parts.
Warning
The product must be earthed.
The installation must include an earth
leakage circuit breaker for protection
against earth fault currents. This will
ensure protection when using a Schuko
plug or another plug with earth pin.
The product must be connected to a mains
switch with a minimum contact gap of 3
mm in all poles.
In case of overtemperature, a thermal
switch cuts out the motor and cuts it in
automatically when it has cooled
sufficiently.
Warning
The product must only be serviced by
trained service personnel.
If the supply cable is damaged, it must
replaced by the manufacturer, the
manufacturer’s service partner or a
similarly qualified person.
To ensure safe and reliable operation,
always use original spare parts from
Grundfos.
Note
The product must be thoroughly cleaned
before it is returned for service. Otherwise
the warranty will be void.

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7.2 Maintenance
The lifting station does not require any special
maintenance, but we recommend that you check
operation and pipe connections at least once a year.
Change the carbon filter once a year. See section
7.3 Service instructions.
7.3 Service instructions
Thanks to the product design, service is easy in case
of malfunction or blocked pump.
Digits in the following sections refer to the pictures in
the appendix at the end of this booklet.
Impeller stuck
1. Disconnect the power supply.
2. Unscrew the cover.
3. Turn the motor shaft to the right and left with a
screwdriver inserted into the slot in the shaft end
to free the impeller from dirt.
4. Fit the cover, and switch on the power supply to
check if the impeller can rotate freely.
Operation by means of a power drill
1. If the product cannot be operated by electrical
power, disconnect the power supply and empty
the tank by means of a power drill.
Foreign body in tank
1. If the water level in the tank is above the motor
flange, disconnect the power supply and drain
the tank by means of the drain hose.
2. Unscrew the cover.
3. Remove the four screws of the motor flange.
4. Lift the motor flange to reduce the compression
of the O-ring. Insert a screwdriver into the notch
underneath the supply cable and press it down.
5. Lift out the complete motor-pump unit by the
handles.
6. Check and clean the impeller, the protecting tube
of the float switch and the tank.
Float switch pipe blocked
If the water level in the tank is above the motor
flange, disconnect the power supply and drain the
tank by means of the drain hose.
1. Unscrew the cover.
Turn the bayonet coupling 10 ° clockwise.
Pull out the float switch unit.
Press in the two tabs on the protecting tube.
Pull down the protecting tube.
2. Check and clean the float switch pipe.
Carbon filter
1. Replace the carbon filter once a year to ensure
sufficient filter function.
Note
If the lifting station is connected to a
washing machine or kitchen sink, we
recommend that you check the float switch
unit every six months for fibres and
grease/fat.
Warning
The product may contain hot water.
The surface of the product may be so hot
that it may cause burns or personal injury!
Warning
Before carrying out any service work,
remove the fuse, pull out the plug, or
switch off the power supply. Make sure
that the power supply cannot be
accidentally switched on.
All rotating parts must have stopped
moving.
The product must only be serviced by
trained service personnel.
Note
Lift the unit vertically before tilting it!
Note
Check that the float switch works properly
before fitting the cover.
Note
The float switch unit can be removed
separately.
Note
Check that the float switch works properly
before fitting the cover.
Note
Lubricate the O-ring seat of the float switch
in the motor flange for easier fitting.
Note
Instead of using a carbon filter, Sololift can
also be vented through a venting pipe. In
this case a venting valve is needed.
Product number: 98059587.

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8. Technical data
Supply voltage
1 x 220-240 V - 10 %/+ 6 %, 60 Hz.
Power consumption
630 W.
Power factor
Cos 0.95.
Speed
3400 min-1.
Rated current
3.1 A.
Insulation class
F.
Noise level
< 70 dB(A) to 12050-2.
Flow rate
Max. 178 l/min.
System pressure
Max. pump head: 9.0 m.
Max system head: 6.0 m.
Supply cable
1.5 m, 0.75 mm2(H05VV-F-3G).
Net weight
6.6 kg.
Start and stop levels
Start level 1: 65 mm above floor level.
Start level 2: 115 mm above floor level.
Stop level: 35 mm above floor level.
Liquid temperature
75 °C continuously (90 °C for 30 min.).
Ambient temperature
+5 °C to +40 °C.
Duty
S3 - 50 % - 1 min. (30 sec. on; 30 sec. off).
Marking
Approvals
Note
The system pressure should not exceed 6
m head to guarantee a sufficient drain of
the connected sanitary appliances.

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9. Fault finding
See also section 7.3 Service instructions.
Warning
Remove the fuse, pull out the plug, or
switch off the power supply.
Make sure that the power supply cannot
be accidentally switched on.
All rotating parts must have stopped
moving.
The product must only be serviced by
trained service personnel.
Fault Cause Remedy
1. Motor does not start
when the level in the
tank reaches the start
level.
a) Supply failure. Reestablish the power supply.
b) Fuse blown.
If new fuse blows at once,
either cable or motor is faulty.
Replace the fuse.
Measure cable and motor. If cable or
motor is defective, replace the defective
parts.
c) Impeller stuck. Thermal switch
tripped.
Free the impeller, and wait until the
motor is cooled down and the thermal
switch has reset.
d) Float switch stuck. Remove the float switch and clean the
pipe.
2. Motor hums but does
not operate.
a) Impeller stuck. Free the impeller and check that it can
rotate freely.
b) Motor or capacitor defective. Replace the motor or capacitor.
3. Motor runs
continuously or at
irregular intervals.
a) Water leaking from inlet into
tank. Check for leaking appliances.
b) Water leaking back into tank
from discharge pipe. Check the non-return flap.
c) Float switch defective or stuck. Clean the float switch unit or replace it,
if necessary.
4. Motor runs but does not
evacuate water.
a) Pump or tank blocked. Remove blockage.
b) Air lock in pump or vent hole in
pump housing blocked.
Check operation of vent valve in the
tank.
Check that the carbon filter is not wet.
Check that the vent hole in the pump
housing is not blocked.
c) Discharge port or pipe blocked. Remove blockage.
Check the non-return flap.
5. The lifting station
evacuates slowly.
a) Discharge pipe is too long or
has an excessive number of
bends.
Increase the discharge pipe size
(maximum 40 mm).
Change pipework to reduce number of
bends.
Change bends to soft bends.
b) The pump housing is leaky. Replace the pump housing (service
part).
c) Hydraulics blocked. Check that the motor shaft can rotate
freely. Remove the motor flange to clean
the impeller.
6. Rattling noise from the
lifting station, but water
is evacuated.
a) Foreign body hitting the
impeller. Remove the foreign body.
7. Odour from the tank. a) Carbon filter contaminated. Replace the carbon filter.

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10. Disposal
This product or parts of it must be disposed of in an
environmentally sound way:
1. Use the public or private waste collection service.
2. If this is not possible, contact the nearest
Grundfos company or service workshop.
Subject to alterations.
8. Water from shower or
another appliance
connected to the lower
inlets drains off slowly.
Backflow from the
lifting station.
a) Hydraulics blocked. Check that the motor shaft can rotate
freely. Remove the motor flange to clean
the impeller.
b) The start level has changed. Check and clean the float switch pipe.
c) Inlet pipe diameter is too small. Use a pipe with a larger diameter.
Fault Cause Remedy

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