Whale BE0500 Mode D'emploi page 2

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1. SPECIFICATION
500 US GPH
Model
Product Code
Open Flow Rate @
13.6 V d.c
Flow Rate @
1m (3ft) Head
Nominal Voltage
Current Draw
Recommended Fuse
Weight
3 /
Hose Connections
Wire Size
Materials
Maximum Discharge
Head
* Flow rates are stated in accordance with ABYC recommendations at a voltage of 13.6 V d.c.
2. PRINCIPALS OF OPERATION
The Orca submersible electric bilge pump range is designed for use as a bilge pump on marine
vessels. These high capacity pumps are compact and powerful, designed for bilge water evacuation.
3. TO THE USER
Read the following instructions carefully before installation and use of equipment.
4. TO THE FITTER
Check that the product is suitable for the intended application, follow these installation instructions
and ensure all relevant personnel read the points listed below. Also ensure that these operating
instructions are passed on to the end user.
5. APPLICATION
This Whale Orca Electric Bilge Pump is designed for use as a bilge pump in marine vessels to pump
bilge water only.
6. WARNINGS
1. This pump outlet must be mounted at least 305mm (12") above the water
line when connected to an intake located below the water line.
2. Not suitable for pumping flamable liquids, diesel, chemicals etc. For use in
a bilge system only.
3. This pump is designed to exhaust standing water only. These pumps are not intended
for damage control. Bilge pump capacities may not be sufficient to prevent flooding
from rapid accumulation of water due to storms, rough weather and/ or rapid leaks
created by hull damaged and or unsafe navigational conditions.
4. With all applications, it is important that a system of safe working practice is applied to
installation, use and maintenance. Ensure the electric supply is turned off.
5. In order to securly fasten this unit, ensure that the mounting surface is a minimum
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
950 US GPH
(32 ltrs/min) (57 ltrs/min)
BE0500 BE0950
500 GPH 950GPH
(32 ltrs/min) (57 ltrs/min)
450 GPH 850 GPH
(26ltrs/min) (52 ltrs/min)
12 V d.c.
1.5 amps 3.5 amps
2.0 amps 5.0 amps
0.28 kg 0.45 kg
(0.62lbs) (0.99lbs)
1" (25 mm) and 1 1/ 8 " (28 mm)
4 " (19 mm)
Pump body: ABS, Seals: Nitrile, Impeller:
Acetal
3.0 m 3.5 m
(9.8 ft) (11.5 ft)
1300 US GPH
(82 ltrs/min)
BE1450 BE1454 BE2002(B) BE2004(B) BE3002(B) BE3004(B)
1300GPH
(82 ltrs/min)
1100 GPH
(65 ltrs/min)
24 V d.c. 12 V d.c.
5.0 amps 2.5 amps 10.0 amps 5.0 amps 18.0 amps 9.0 amps
7.0 amps 5.0 amps 15.0 amps 8.0 amps 27.0 amps 13.0 amps
0.82 kg
(1.81lbs)
1.3mm² (16 AWG)
Pump body: Polypropylene, Seals: Nitrile,
4.5 m
(14.8 ft)
ENG
2000 GPH
(126 ltrs/min) (189 ltrs/min)
2000 GPH
(126 ltrs/min) (189 ltrs/min)
1743 GPH
(110 ltrs/min) (167 ltrs/min)
24 V d.c. 12 V d.c.
1.32 kg
(2.91lbs)
1 1/8" (28mm) 1 1/4" (32mm)
2mm² (14 AWG)
Impeller: Acetal
4m
(13ft)
3000 GPH
3000 GPH
2650 GPH
24 V d.c.
2.64 kg
(5.82lbs)
4.6m
(15ft)