SIP 06865 User manual

Submersible Water Pumps
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SIP Industrial Products Limited
Gelders Hall Road
Shepshed
Loughborough
Leicestershire
LE12 9NH
United Kingdom
06865 06889 06888 06825 06897

CONTENTS

Page No. Description
4. Safety Instructions
7. Electrical Connections
9. Guarantee
10. Your item
11. Technical Specifications
12. Your item
13. Technical Specifications
14. Operating Instructions
18. Maintenance
19. Troubleshooting
20. Wiring Diagram
22. Exploded Drawing & Parts List
23. Notes
26. UK - Declaration Of Conformity
27. EU - Declaration Of Conformity
CONTENTS

Danger / Caution: This picture indicates risk of personal injury and/
or the possibility of damage.
Warning: This picture indicates risk of electrical injury or damage!
Note: This picture indicates supplementary information.
Important: Please read the following instructions carefully, failure to
do so could lead to serious personal injury and / or damage to the
item.
When using the water pump, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
Read all these instructions before operating the water pump and save this user
manual for future reference.
The water pump should not be modified or used for any application other than that
for which it was designed.
It was designed for pumping rain water, domestic waste water and to remove water
from flooded rooms in emergency conditions.
It was not designed for permanent installation in a domestic or commercial pond.
If you are unsure of its relative applications do not hesitate to contact us and we will
be more than happy to advise you.
General Safety Instructions
• KNOW YOUR WATER PUMP: Read and understand the owner’s manual and labels
affixed to the water pump. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the
potential hazards specific to it.
• KEEP CHILDREN AND UNTRAINED PERSONNEL AWAY FROM THE WORK AREA: All
visitors should be kept at a safe distance from the work area.
• STORE THE WATER PUMP SAFELY WHEN NOT IN USE: The water pump should be
stored in a dry, frost free location and disconnected from the mains supply, and
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

out of the reach of children.
• WEAR THE CORRECT CLOTHING: Do not wear loose clothing, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewellery, which may get caught in moving parts.
• PROTECT YOURSELF FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK: When working with the water
pump, avoid contact with any earthed items (e.g. pipes, radiators, hobs and
refrigerators, etc.). It is advisable wherever possible to use an RCD (residual
current device) at the mains socket.
• STAY ALERT: Always watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not
operate the water pump when you are tired or under the influence of alcohol or
drugs.
• DISCONNECT THE WATER PUMP FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY: When not in use,
before servicing and when changing hoses, etc.
• DO NOT ABUSE THE MAINS LEAD: Never attempt to move the water pump by
the mains lead or pull it to remove the plug from the mains socket. Keep the
mains lead away from heat, oil and sharp edges. If the mains lead is damaged, it
must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified
person in order to avoid unwanted hazards.
• CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS: Before every use of the water pump, check
for any damage and determine that it will operate correctly and perform its
intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, free running of moving
parts, breakage of parts, and any other conditions that may affect its operation.
Any parts that are damaged should be correctly repaired or replaced by an
authorised service centre unless otherwise indicated in this instruction manual.
Have defective items replaced by an authorised service agent. Do not use the
water pump if the mains lead is split or the casing is damaged.
• MAINTAIN THE WATER PUMP WITH CARE: Keep the impeller clean for the best
and safest performance. The mains lead must be checked at regular intervals and
replaced if damaged.
• USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES: Consult this user manual, your
distributor or SIP directly for recommended accessories. Follow the instructions
that accompany the accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause
hazards and could invalidate any warranty you may have.
• DO NOT OVERREACH: Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• USE THE RIGHT TOOL: Do not use the water pump to do a job for which it was
not designed.
• HAVE YOUR WATER PUMP REPAIRED BY A QUALIFIED PERSON: The pump is in
accordance with the relevant safety requirements. Repairs should only be carried
out by qualified persons using original spare parts, otherwise this may result in
considerable danger to the user.
• DO NOT dismantle, tamper with or use the water pump without all parts fitted
and all pipes secure as this may be dangerous and could invalidate the warranty.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• When installing, please ensure your SIP water pump is disconnected from the
electrical supply to prevent possible injury to people and / or damage due to
unwanted start up.
• Avoid inserting hands or other objects into the inlet / outlet of the pump whilst it
is connected to the mains supply.
• Always check the pump regularly, and take it out of service if the water is likely to
freeze.
• When not in use, always ensure that the pump is fully drained of any water and
stored in a warm environment to protect it from frost damage.
• Never allow the pump to run without water flowing through it.
• The pump should not be used where aquatic life is present such as in a domestic,
or commercial pond, or similar.
• Always rinse the pump with clean water and fully drain after each use.
• Never carry the water pump by the mains lead or pull it to remove the plug from
the mains socket.
• Keep the mains lead away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
• If the mains lead is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its
service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid unwanted hazards.
• Never use flammable or corrosive liquids to clean the water pump.
• Never use the water pump to pump anything other than water, it should not be
used to pump flammable, corrosive or other potentially damaging or dangerous
liquids. The ambient temperature should be no less than 0°C - Never operate
where the water is likely to freeze.
• If the water pump is used in a place of work all rules and laws etc. relating to the
use of portable electrical appliances should be followed.
• Understand the operating environment; Before each use the operator should
assess, understand and where possible reduce the specific risks and dangers
associated with the operating environment. Bystanders should also be made
aware of any risks associated with the operating environment.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, un-less they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Read these electrical safety instructions thoroughly
before connecting the product to the mains supply.
Connect the mains lead to a standard, 230 Volt (50Hz) electrical supply through an
approved 13 amp plug, or a suitably fused isolator switch.
If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or because
of damage, it must be removed and a replacement fitted, following the wiring
instructions shown below. The old plug must be discarded safely, as insertion into a
power socket could cause an electrical hazard.
WARNING: The wires in the power cable of this product are
coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue = neutral / Brown = live / Yellow and Green = earth
If the colours of the wires in the power cable do not agree with the markings
on the plug:
• The BLUE wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked N or coloured
black.
• The BROWN wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked L or
coloured red.
• The YELLOW and GREEN wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked
E or or coloured green.
We strongly recommend that this machine is connected to the mains supply through
a Residual Current Device (RCD).
If you are not sure, consult a qualified electrician. DO NOT try to do any repairs.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

NOTE: Always make sure the mains supply is of the correct voltage
and the correct fuse protection is used. In the event of replacing the
fuse always replace the fuse with the same value as the original.
WARNING: Improper use of extension leads may cause inefficient
operation of the item which can result in overheating and motor
damage.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
NOTE: You must check and inspect all electrical products, before use,
to ensure that they are safe.
Use of Extension Leads and Connections
• Avoid the use of loose and inadequately insulated connections.
• Connections must be made with protected material suitable for outdoor use.
• Make sure that any extension lead connections are dry and safe.
• Ensure that the extension lead is carefully laid out avoiding liquids, sharp edges
and places where vehicles might run over it.
• Avoid allowing the extension lead to be trapped underneath the item.
• Unwind it fully or it will overheat and could catch fire.

This item is covered by a 24 month parts and labour warranty covering failure due
to manufacturers defects. This does not cover failure due to misuse or operating the
item outside the scope of this manual - any claims deemed to be outside the scope
of the warranty may be subject to charges Including, but not limited to parts, labour
and carriage costs, failure to regularly clean your item will shorten its working life and
reduce performance.
Consumable items such as hose adaptors and impellers are not covered by the
warranty.
NOTE: Proof of purchase will be required before any warranty can be
honoured.
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GUARANTEE

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YOUR ITEM
Item Descripon Item Descripon
1Base 4Handle
2Elbow 5Mains Lead
3Hose Adaptor 6Float Switch
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