Xylem IM117 R01 5 and Larger Submersible Pump User Manual

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Important notice: Read safety instructions before proceeding with any wiring

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

TO AVOID SERIOUS OR FATAL PERSONAL INJURY OR MAJOR PROPERTY DAMAGE, READ AND FOLLOW ALL

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN MANUAL AND ON PUMP.
THIS MANUAL IS INTENDED TO ASSIST IN THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF THIS UNIT AND MUST BE

KEPT WITH THE PUMP.

This is a SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. When you see this symbol on the pump or in the manual, look for one of

the following signal words and be alert to the potential for personal injury or property damage.

Warns of hazards that WILL cause serious personal injury, death or major property damage.

Warns of hazards that CAN cause serious personal injury, death or major property damage.

Warns of hazards that CAN cause personal injury or property damage.

NOTICE: INDICATES SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS WHICH ARE VERY IMPORTANT AND MUST BE FOLLOWED.
THOROUGHLY REVIEW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS PRIOR TO PERFORMING ANY WORK ON THIS PUMP.
MAINTAIN ALL SAFETY DECALS.

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All electrical work must be performed by a qualified technician. Always follow the National Electrical Code

(NEC), or the Canadian Electrical Code, as well as all local, state and provincial codes. Code questions should be

directed to your local electrical inspector. Failure to follow electrical codes and OSHA safety standards may result in personal

injury or equipment damage. Failure to follow manufacturer’s installation instructions may result in electrical shock, fire hazard,

personal injury or death, damaged equipment, provide unsatisfactory performance, and may void manufacturer’s warranty.

Standard units are designed to pump potable water from wells and storage tanks. They are not designed for use

in swimming pools, open bodies of water, hazardous liquids, or where flammable gases exist. Well must be vented

per local codes.

Only pumps specifically Listed for Class 1, Division 1 are allowable in hazardous liquids and where flammable gases may exist.

See specific pump catalog bulletins or pump nameplate for all agency Listings.

Disconnect and lockout electrical power before installing or servicing any electrical equipment. Many pumps are

equipped with automatic thermal overload protection which may allow an overheated pump to restart

unexpectedly.
Do not lift, carry or hang pump by the electrical cables. Damage to the Electrical Cables can cause shock,

burns or death.

Use only stranded copper wire to pump/motor and ground. The ground wire must be at least as large as the power

supply wires. Wires should be color coded for ease of maintenance and troubleshooting.

Install wire and ground according to the National Electrical Code (NEC), or the Canadian Electrical Code, as well

as all local, state and provincial codes.

Install an all leg disconnect switch where required by code.

The electrical supply voltage and phase must match all equipment requirements. Incorrect voltage or phase can

cause fire, motor and control damage, and voids the warranty.

All three phase (3Ø) controls for submersible pumps must provide Class 10, quick-trip, overload

protection.

All splices must be waterproof. If using splice kits follow manufacturer’s instructions.

Select the correct type and NEMA grade junction box for the application and location. The junction box must

insure dry, safe wiring connections.
Failure to permanently ground the pump, motor and controls before connecting to power can cause shock, burns

or death.
Insure proper motor cooling, see Table 3, minimum flow rates chart in Technical Section.

This pump has been evaluated for use with Water Only.

Never over pressurize a storage tank to a pressure higher than the tank's maximum pressure rating. This will

damage the tank, voids the warranty and may create a serious hazard.

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