Electrical Connection; Control Devices - Espa DRAINEX 400 Manuel D'instructions

Instruction manual
Safety precautions
The symbols together with the words "danger"
and "attention" indicate the possibility of danger if the
corresponding instructions are not observed:
If this instruction is not heeded,
DANGER
there is a risk of electrocution.
risk of
electric shock
If this instruction is not heeded, there is
DANGER
a risk of injury to persons or damage to
objects.
If this instruction is not heeded, there is
ATTENTION
a risk of damaging the pump or the
installation.
Instructions marked with this symbol refer to
explosion-proof pumps.
1. GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
These instructions aim to give information about the
correct installation and optimum performance of our
pumps.
The DRAINEX models are used for the transfer of
water with particles in suspension, septic tanks, etc.
The maximum temperature of the water is 40° C.
Passage of solids in the DRAINEX 400/500 models =
40 mm (max.) and in the DRAINEX 600 models =
60 mm (max.).
Explosion-proof pumps must be installed in
environments with a temperature between -
20°C and +40°C.
ATTENTION. Correct observance of the instruc-
tions for installation and use guarantees the
smooth operation of the pump. Non-observance of
the instructions contained in this manual may lead
to motor overload, impaired technical features,
shorter pump life and adverse consequences of all
kinds, for which we do not accept any responsibi-
lity whatsoever.
DANGER, risk of electrocution. The pump cannot
be used in a swimming-pool while there are people
bathing.
DANGER.
Do not put your hand or any object into the
suction or discharge mouth, since the rotating
impeller could cause serious injury or damage.
2. APPLICATIONS
– Equipment to transfer water containing suspended
particles.
Pumps suitable for extracting drainage and waste
water; with filter for solids measuring 40 mm and
65 mm.
– Potentially explosive environments.
Use explosion-proof Drainex equipment for appli-
cations in potentially explosive environments.
The pump explosion-proof rating is:
II 2GD c Ex d IIB T4.
c EX tD A21 IP68 T135°C
The rating for the installation site in each case must
be endorsed by the competent authorities.
3. SAFETY
The pump must only be installed in pits by qualified
personnel in strict compliance with health and safety
regulations in force.
Pit work must be carried out in accordance with local
regulations.
4. INSTALLATION
4.1 - Fixing and transport
– Transportable option
– Stationary option
In both cases, the necessary accessories can be
supplied separately with their assembly instruc-
tions.
For the transportable option, the following are
supplied: a chain, stainless steel bases, discharge
elbow and screws to fix the latter.
For the stationary option, the following are
supplied: a pump fixing accessory, a stationary
accessory, a base for two 1" tubes, a joint and all
necessary nuts and bolts. See (Fig. 1)
Always lift the pump using the handle.
The pump must never be supported by the
electric cable. (Fig. 2)
4.2 - Fitting the discharge pipes
In cases in which the discharge run is lengthy or
sinuous, it is advisable to install a pipe Ø that is
larger than the discharge mouth, to avoid losses
due to friction.
Install a check valve in the outlet of the pump to
avoid the pipe emptying every time the pump is
stopped. The check valve must permit the passage
of solids.
Ensure that the pipe is not bent and that it is
correctly secured to the outlet connection, other-
wise the output flow rate will be reduced.

4.3 - Electrical connection

DANGER. Risk of electrocution. The electrical
installation must have an effective earth and
comply with the national regulations in force.
The pump must be connected in an installation
that has a circuit-breaker switch (I n = 30 mA) in
addition to a multiple separation system with a
contact opening of at least 3 mm.
All pumps must be connected to a control panel
fitted with a motor protector. Espa control panels
are built in. The panel comes with the operating
instructions and technical information.
Control panels for Ex pumps supplied by Espa
must not be installed in potentially explosive envi-
ronments.
In explosion-proof pumps, an outer earth wire
must be connected on the top cover of the pump.
The earth wire must have a cross section of at
least 4 mm
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Level switches used in potentially explosive envi-
ronments must be connected to the control panel
using the intrinsic bar to ensure safety.
Espa control panels are built in.

4.4 - Control devices

The fitter must use a liquid level detection system
to ensure that the pump remains submerged at all
times.
Ex models:
¨Ex¨ pumps are supplied with thermal protectors in
their windings. The latter must be connected to a
protective switch so that the pump is disconnected
before the winding reaches the maximum
permitted temperature. Regulations do not permit
automatic reconnection, so the control panel must
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