Product Manual

520-001-000 Rev C 6/05 Model SPA1½-E and SPA40-E Design Level 3 Page 1
WARREN RUPP, INC., A unit of IDEX Corporation • 800 N. Main Street • Manseld, OH 44902 USA • [phone] Fax [phone]
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
THE PUMP: This pump is a totally enclosed, submersible dewatering unit. It is
powered by a 1/3 HP, 12 volt DC 30 AMP motor. Battery clips on the power cord allow
easy connection to any 12 volt vehicle battery.
SWITCHING: The on-off switch is located on the power cord.
CONNECTING TO BATTERY: When connecting the clips to a battery, arcing is
eliminated by keeping the on-off switch in the “off” position. Connect the red battery
clamp to the positive (+) battery terminal. Connect the black battery clamp to ground:
preferably on the vehicle’s engine to a solid, metallic, stationary point. The connection
should be at least 18 inches (480mm) from the battery.
HOSE: Since the pump develops relatively low pressure, it is recommended that
non-collapsible hose be used for maximum pumping rates.
HOISTING & LOWERING: Attach a line to the metal handle on the top of the
pump for hoisting or lowering the unit. Do not use power cable for handling unit.
TO OPERATE: Lower unit into liquid to be pumped and activate switch. Pump
can be run for a few minutes without liquid, however, do not run completely dry for
extended periods. Damage to shaft seal may result.
RUNNING TIME: This unit draws about 30 amperes and can be operated
about 1hour on a fully charged 55 AMP-hour battery and still permit starting of
vehicle under normal conditions. Caution should be used when running time
exceeds 30 or 40 minutes without engine running to recharge battery, particularly
in cold weather when battery efciency is lowered. Battery size (AMP-hour rating)
and the use of other accessories such as lights and radios, etc., must be taken into
consideration for practical running periods without engine running.
OVERLOAD PROTECTION is provided by means of a 40 amp automatic reset
circuit breaker, located under top cover.
SERVICE AND OPERATING MANUAL
PortaPump
®
Model SPA 1½-E
Model SPA40-E
Design Level 3
I n t h e e v e n t o f
diaphragm rupture,
pumped material may
enter the air end of
th e pu mp, and be
discharged into the atmosphere. The air
exhaust must be piped to an appropriate
area for safe disposition.
WARNING
Before maintenance
or repair, shut off the
com-pressed air line,
bleed the pressure,
and disconnect the
air line from the pump.
The discharge line may be pressurized
and must be bled of its pressure.
WARNING
B e f o r e p u m p
operation, inspect all
gasketed fasteners
for looseness caused
by gasket creep.
Re-torque loose fasteners to prevent
leakage. Follow recommended torques
stated in this manual.
CAUTION
Read t h e s e s afety
w a r n i n g s a n d
instructions in this
manual completely,
before installation and start-up of the pump.
It is the responsibility of the purchaser to
retain this manual for reference. Failure to
comply with the recommendations stated
in this manual will damage the pump, and
void factory warranty.
Take action to prevent
static sparking. Fire
or ex pl o si on ca n
re sul t, e sp e ci a lly
w h e n h a n d l i n g
flammable liquids.
The pump, piping, valves,
co ntainers or other miscellaneou s
equipment must be grounded.
WARNING
IMPORTANT