Stuart Turner Submersible Supersub - Manual (Page 6)

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SITING OF THE PUMP
WARNINGS:

Do not run against a closed valve for periods longer than 5 minutes.
 The water in and around the pump must not be allowed to freeze. This
will result in pump damage.
 Do not under any circumstances use the supply cord fitted, as a
means to carry or lower the pump into position on installation. Attach
a rope sling to handle.

Do not allow plastic pump parts to come into contact with solder flux,
oil or cellulose based paints, paint thinners or strippers, acid based
descalents or aggressive cleaning agents.
 Never run pump whilst sucking air/water as the motor will overheat.
To prevent this happening always install pump in the vertical position
and ensure fully submerged.
 When siting the pump ensure its base is raised slightly from the
bottom of the sump reducing the possibility of blocking the filter with
debris or drawing in small stones.
General
The pump must be installed in the vertical position and must be fully submerged at all
times to avoid overheating of the motor. Float switch controlled pumps may be operated
partially submerged for short periods (see float switch operation section for further details).
The pumps should be positioned away from pond plants (if applicable) to maximise flow
and prevent entanglement.
Supersub
When siting this pump in a location where organic or general debris is likely, ensure the
pump is placed on its base on a flat horizontal surface (eg. on a paving slab) to enable full
functionality of the primary inlet filter grille, which in turn will prevent the secondary inlet
filter grille from being frequently blocked.
Supervort
When siting these pumps in a location where organic or general debris is likely, ensure
the base is raised slightly from the bottom of the sump (eg. on a flat paving slab) to prevent
the force of the pump from drawing in small stones. This will result in pump damage.
Float Switch Operation
Selected models which include the suffix ‘A’ after the model number, are fitted with float
switches for automatic operation.
The following guide will help you get the most out of your pump.
The pump must never run dry, needing a minimum water depth of 90 mm on the
Supersub model and 120 mm on the Supervort models, at all times.
Adjustment of the float switch is achieved by lengthening or shortening the cable through
the moulded cable retention slot, which is located in the pump handle (Figs 5 and 6).
Note: When inserting cable into slot ensure it is fully engaged.