Pentair Hydromatic SHEF30 Manual

Submersible Pump/Effluent Pump
SHEF30
NOTE! To the installer: Please make sure you provide
this manual to the owner of the pumping equipment or to
the responsible party who maintains the system.
Pump Installation and Service Manual

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Thank you for purchasing your
Hydromatic®pump. To help
ensure years of trouble-free
operation, please read the
following manual carefully.
Before Operation:
Read the following instructions
carefully. Reasonable care and
safe methods should be practiced.
Check local codes and
requirements before installation.
Attention:
This manual contains important
information for the safe use of
this product. Read this manual
completely before using this
product and refer to it often for
continued safe product use.
DO NOT THROW AWAY OR
LOSE THIS MANUAL. Keep it
in a safe place so that you may
refer to it often.
WARNING: Before handling
these pumps and controls,
always disconnect the power
first. Do not smoke or use
sparkable electrical devices or
flames in a septic (gaseous) or
possible septic sump.
To reduce risk of electrical shock:
1. Risk of Electrical Shock:
This pump has not been
investigated for use in
swimming pool areas.
2. Risk of Electrical Shock:
Connect only to a properly
grounded receptacle.
Septic tank is to be vented
in accordance with local
plumbing codes.
Do not smoke or use sparkable
electrical devices or flame in a
septic (gaseous) or possible
septic sump.
If a septic sump condition may
exist and if entry into sump is
necessary, then (1) provide
proper safety precautions per
OSHA requirements and (2)
do not enter sump until
these precautions are strictly
adhered to.
Do not install pump in location
classified as hazardous per
N.E.C., ANSI/NFPA 70 -
1999.
Failure to heed above cautions
General
Information
Pump
Warning
the bottom of sump if it is not
solid. Raise the pump by
placing bricks or concrete
blocks underneath it.
5. Use steel or plastic pipe for all
connecting lines between
pump and sewer outlet.
NOTE: Some city regulations
do not allow installing a
pump with plastic pipe. Check
local regulations.
6. Hydromatic check valve
should be installed in
discharge pipe, at least twelve
inches above the discharge
outlet of the pump. Install
check valve with arrow
pointing in the direction
of flow.
7. A shutoff valve should also
be used.
8. Connect to power source using
3-prong grounded 115 volt AC
receptacle. Do not remove
ground pin from electrical
plug. Do not use an
extension cord.
9. For proper automatic operation
make sure the pump power
cord is plugged into the back
of the “piggyback” receptacle
on the switch cord. Also ensure
that the piggyback plug is
securely plugged into the 115
volt grounded receptacle.
10.If shutoff valve is used in the
discharge line, ensure that the
valve is open.
11.To ensure that the pump is
properly installed, fill basin
with enough water to activate
pump (see #1 -Turn-on and -off
levels). Allow pump to go
through several on-off cycles
to assure satisfactory operation.
12.Use pump submerged for
pumping waterlike liquids
(temperature to 120°F).
Installation
Instructions
These important instructions must
be followed for satisfactory
performance of your pump.
Before installation, check
your local electrical and
plumbing codes.
1. Provide proper sump
Minimum Sump Diameter
SHEF30 18"
Approx. Turn-On & -Off Level
SHEF30 On 9-1/2"
Off 3-1/2"
2. Make sure float (automatic
models) hangs free. It should
not come into contact with
side or bottom of sump pit.
3. Make sure sump is free of
string, cloth, nails, gravel, etc.
before installing pump.
4. Do not set pump directly on

take to authorized service
center for check.
Pump runs but does not
deliver water.
1. Check valve may be installed
backward. Arrow on valve
points in direction of flow.
2. Discharge shutoff valve, if
used, may be closed.
3. Pump may be air locked. Start
and stop several times by
plugging and unplugging cord.
Hydromatic pumps have
a small air vent hole in
the impeller cavity to let out
trapped air. If this hole
becomes plugged, pump may
air lock. To break the air
lock, use a small screwdriver to
clear hole in the
impeller cavity.
As a secondary precaution in
installations of this type —
1 ⁄ 16" hole should be drilled in
the discharge pipe below the
check valve. The check valve
should be 12 to 18 inches
above pump discharge. Do not
put check valve directly into
pump discharge opening.
NOTE: In sumps where the
pump is operating daily, air
locking rarely occurs.
4. Pump head may be too high.
Pump cannot deliver water
over 24' vertical lift.
Horizontal distance does not
affect pumping, except for
friction loss through the pipe.
5. Inlet in pump base may be
clogged. Remove pump and
clean out openings.
6. Impeller or volute openings
may be plugged or partially
plugged. Remove pump and
clean out.
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CAUTION: Do not pump
flammable liquids, strong
chemicals or salt water.
13.In applications where the
pump may sit idle for months
at a time, it is recommended
that the pump(s) be cycled
every few months to ensure the
pumping system is working
properly when needed.
14.An audible alarm, such as
the Hydromatic Q-Alert for
high water conditions, should
be installed for additional
protection against high
water conditions.
NOTE: The Q-Alert alarm
panel is for indoor use only.
For applications and product
information, contact your
Hydromatic distributor.
Your pump warranty is void...
If... power cord has been cut.
If... pump has been used to
pump mud, cement, tar,
abrasives or chemicals.
If... pump has been used for
pumping of hot water
(above 120°F).
If... pump has been dismantled
by other than authorized
Hydromatic service center
or distributor.
Servicing should be performed
only by an authorized
Hydromatic service center.
Pump
Troubleshooting
WARNING: Always disconnect
the pump from power source
before handling or making any
adjustments. Always wear
rubber boots when there is
water on the floor and you must
unplug the pump or make any
adjustments.
NOTE: Automatic thermal
overload protects the sealed-in-
oil motor. Running dry may
overheat the motor and activate
the overload protector until the
unit cools.
Pump does not run or just hums.
1. Line circuit breaker may be
off, or fuse may be blown
or loose.
2. Water level in sump may be
too low to activate automatic
switch. See installation for
proper on/off levels.
3. Pump and/or switch cord plug
may not be making contact
in receptacle.
4. If pump is using the series
(piggyback) cord plug, the two
plugs may not be plugged
together tightly.
5. Float may be stuck. Be sure
float operates freely in basin.
6. If the unit is being operated by
the optional float control
switch, unplug the pump from
the piggyback receptacle and
plug the pump directly into the
power source. If the pump
starts each time it is plugged
directly into the receptacle and
does not start each time when
plugged into the piggyback
switch with the float raised up
to a start position, replace the
complete piggyback switch
assembly and retest with
new assembly.
7. If all symptoms check OK,
motor winding may be open;

Pump runs and pumps out
sump but does not stop.
1. Float is stuck in up position.
Be sure float is not hung up
and operates freely in basin.
2. Switch contacts may be stuck;
replace switch.
Pump runs but delivers only
small amount of water.
1. Pump may be air locked. Start
and stop several times by
plugging and unplugging cord.
Check vent hole in pump case
for plugging.
2. Pump head may be too
high. Pump cannot deliver
water over 24' vertical lift.
Horizontal distance does not
affect pumping, except loss
due to friction through
discharge pipe.
3. Inlet in pump base may be
clogged. Remove pump and
clean out openings.
4. Impeller or volute openings
may be plugged or partially
plugged. Remove pump and
clean out.
5. Pump impeller may be
partially clogged causing
motor to run slow, resulting
in motor overload. Clear
impeller.
Fuse blows or circuit breaker
trips when pump starts.
1. Inlet in pump base may be
clogged. Remove pump and
clean out openings.
2. Impeller or volute openings
may be plugged or partially
plugged. Remove pump and
clean out.
3. Pump impeller may be
partially clogged causing
motor to run slow, resulting
in motor overload. Clear
impeller.
4. Fuse size or circuit breaker is
too small.
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5. Defective motor stator; return
to authorized Hydromatic
service center for verification.
Motor runs for short time
then stops. Then after short
period starts again. Indicates
tripping overload caused by
symptom shown.
1. Inlet in pump base may be
clogged. Remove pump and
clean out openings.
SHEF30 Performance Curve
2. Impeller or volute openings
may be plugged or partially
plugged. Remove pump and
clean out.
3. Pump impeller may be
partially clogged causing
motor to run slow,
resulting in motor overload.
Clear impeller.
4. Defective motor stator: return
to authorized Hydromatic
service center.

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Pump
Notes
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SHEF30
Typical Installation

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Ref. No. Part No. Description Qty.
1 26230A000 Ring Handle 1
2 14981-001-1 Pipe Plug 1
3 8507-202-2 Motor Housing 1
4 834-030-1 O-Ring 1
5 14770-005-1 Pan Screw 6
6 14770-002-1 Pan Screw 3
7 13507-001-1 Leg 3
8 14770-006-1 Pan Screw 2
9 8498-003-1 Impeller 1
10 5484-003-1 Seal (Rotating) 1
11 5484-001-1 Seal (Stationary) 1
12 14581-500-1 Motor Assembly 1
13 145-001-1 Stator Screw 2
14 14770-001-1 Screw 1
15 600-053-1 Wire with Terminal 1
16 139-014-1 O-Ring 1
17 75-005-1 Cord Nut 1
18 14623-010-1 Power Cord 10' 1
18 14623-020-1 Power Cord 20' 1
19 8521-001-1 Bottom Plate 1
FOR AUTOMATIC OPERATION
NOT 14470-010-7 WIDE ANGLE SWITCH KIT 10' 1
SHOWN 14470-020-7 WIDE ANGLE SWITCH KIT 20' 1
51752-100-7 DIAPHRAGM SWITCH 10' 1
51752-101-7 DIAPHRAGM SWITCH 20' 1
13869-510-5 VERTICAL SWITCH 10' 1
13869-520-5 VERTICAL SWITCH 20'
Ref. No. Part No. Description Qty.
SHEF30
Parts List

Item # W-03-365 12/06Part # 5625-365-1
WARRANTY
Hydromatic®warrants to the original purchaser of each Hydromatic product(s) that any part
thereof that proves to be defective in material or workmanship within one year from date of installation or
18 months from manufacture date, whichever comes first, will be replaced at no charge with a new or
remanufactured part, F.O.B. factory. Purchaser shall assume all responsibility and expense from removal,
reinstallation and freight. Any item(s) designated as manufactured by others shall be covered only by the
express warranty of the manufacturer thereof. This warranty does not apply to damage resulting from
accident, alteration, design, misuse or abuse. The pump must be installed, operated and maintained in
accordance with the published instructions of the appropriate Installation & Service Manual.
All dual seal non-clogs and 3–5 HP grinders must have seal failure and heat sensors attached and functional
for Warranty to be in effect. If a seal failure should occur, Hydromatic will cover only the lower seal and labor
thereof. Labor is based on Authorized Service Center contract allowance. If the heat sensor is not attached
and functional, Warranty is void. If the seal failure sensor is not attached and functional, Warranty is void.
If the material furnished to the Buyer shall fail to conform to this contract or to any of the terms of this
written warranty, Hydromatic shall replace such nonconforming material at the original point
of delivery and shall furnish instruction for its disposition. Any transportation charges involved in such
disposition shall be for the Buyer’s account. The Buyer’s exclusive and sole remedy on account or in respect
of the furnishing of material that does not conform to this contract or to this written warranty, shall be to
secure replacement thereof as aforesaid. Hydromatic shall not in any event be liable for the cost of any labor
expended on any such material or for any incidental or consequential damages to anyone by
reason of the fact that such material does not conform to this contract or to this written warranty.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE DISCLAIMED
TO THE SAME EXTENT AS THE EXPRESS WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN. Some states do not
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
MANUFACTURER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ANY LIABILITY FOR
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
WARRANTY ARISING IN CONNECTION WITH THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION, WHETHER IN TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY CONTRACT OR
OTHERWISE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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