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5. Product introduction

Grundfos UNILIFT KP pumps are available in these versions:

UNILIFT KP-A

Automatic start/stop operation via a float
switch.

UNILIFT KP-AV

Automatic start/stop operation via a vertical
level switch.

UNILIFT KP-M

Manual operation via an external on/off
switch, without a level switch.

A

B

TM01

1107

Pumps with a level switch

Pos.

Description

A

UNILIFT KP-A with float switch

B

UNILIFT KP-AV with vertical level switch

1

Outlet, Rp 1 1/4

2

Handle

3

Cable clamp

4

Inlet strainer

5

Pump sleeve

6

Float switch

7

Vertical level switch

5.1 Intended use

The Grundfos UNILIFT KP pump is a single-stage submersible
pump designed for pumping grey wastewater, that is, wastewater
from showers, sinks, washing machines, etc.
The pump is capable of pumping water which contains a limited
quantity of solids, however not stones and similar materials, without
being blocked or damaged.
The pump is available for automatic as well as manual operation
and can be installed in a permanent installation or used as a
portable pump.

Applications

KP 150

KP 250

KP 350

Drainage of flooded cellars or buildings

Groundwater lowering

Pumping of water from drain water collecting
tanks and pits

Pumping of water from surface water tanks and
pits with inflow from roof gutters, shafts, tunnels,
etc.

Emptying and filling of swimming pools, ponds,
tanks, etc.

Pumping of wastewater from washing ma-
chines, baths, sinks, etc. from cellars up to sew-
er level

Incorrect application of the pump, for example resulting in blocking
of the pump, and wear are not covered by the warranty.

5.2 Pumped liquids

The pump is capable of pumping wastewater containing a limited
quantity of spherical particles. Pumping of spherical particles
exceeding the maximum particle size for the pump may block or
damage the pump.
Maximum particle size: See section 

8.1 Storage temperature

.

The pump is not suitable for these liquids:

sewage

liquids containing long fibres

flammable liquids (oil, petrol, etc.)

aggressive liquids

liquids containing solids exceeding the pump's recommended
maximum particle size.

The pump contains approx. 70 ml of non-toxic motor liquid
which will be mixed with the pumped liquid in case of a
leak.

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English (GB)

Summary of Contents for Unilift KP 150

Page 1: ...FT KP 150 KP 250 KP 350 Installation and operating instructions UNILIFT KP 150 KP 250 KP 350 Installation and operating instructions Other languages http net grundfos com qr i 96894217 GRUNDFOS INSTRUCTIONS ...

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Page 3: ...υργίας 122 Hrvatski HR Montažne i pogonske upute 135 Magyar HU Telepítési és üzemeltetési utasítás 148 Italiano IT Istruzioni di installazione e funzionamento 161 Lietuviškai LT Įrengimo ir naudojimo instrukcija 174 Latviešu LV Uzstādīšanas un ekspluatācijas instrukcija 187 Nederlands NL Installatie en bedieningsinstructies 200 Polski PL Instrukcja montażu i eksploatacji 213 Português PT Instruçõe...

Page 4: ... з монтажу та експлуатації 317 中文 CN 安装和使用说明书 330 Bahasa Indonesia ID Petunjuk pengoperasian dan pemasangan 343 Macedonian MK Упатства за монтирање и ракување 356 AR العربية تعليمات التركيب و التشغيل 369 Appendix A 382 4 UNILIFT KP 150 KP 250 KP 350 Table of contents ...

Page 5: ...erating instructions before installing the prod uct Installation and operation must comply with local reg ulations and accepted codes of good practice This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concern ing use of the applian...

Page 6: ...l Minor or moderate personal injury The product will be classified as contaminated if used for a liquid which is injurious to health or toxic Wear personal protective equipment Installation must be carried out by specially trained per sons and according to local regulations According to EN 60335 2 41 A2 2010 this product with 5 m of mains cable may be used only for indoor applica tions 3 1 Locatio...

Page 7: ...of sludge mud or similar materials See fig Pump placed on a plate TM001549 Pump placed on a plate 3 2 2 Lifting the pump Do not pull or lift the product by the power cable Lift the pump using the pump handle Do not lift the pump by the power cable or by the outlet pipe or hose If the pump is installed in a well or tank lower and lift it by means of a wire or chain fastened to the pump handle 3 2 3...

Page 8: ...fference in level A reduced free cable length will result in more frequent starts and stops and a small difference in level The stop level must be above the pump inlet to prevent the pump from taking in air L 1 2 TM034446 Start and stop levels UNILIFT KP A Pos Description 1 Start 2 Stop UNILIFT KP A start and stop levels Minimum cable length L 70 mm Maximum cable length L 150 mm Pump type Start mm...

Page 9: ...ent applications Make sure that the product is suitable for the supply voltage and frequency available at the installation site Voltage and frequency are marked on the pump nameplate The pump must be connected to an external main switch If the pump is not installed close to the switch the switch must be of a lockable type Three phase pumps must be connected to an external motor protective circuit ...

Page 10: ...pools garden ponds or similar places if there are people in the water The pump may be run briefly to check the direction of ro tation without being submerged in the pumped liquid 1 Before starting the pump check that the inlet strainer is fitted to the pump and submerged in the pumped liquid 2 Open the isolating valve if fitted and check the level switch setting 4 1 UNILIFT KP A The pump will star...

Page 11: ...tion or used as a portable pump Applications KP 150 KP 250 KP 350 Drainage of flooded cellars or buildings Groundwater lowering Pumping of water from drain water collecting tanks and pits Pumping of water from surface water tanks and pits with inflow from roof gutters shafts tunnels etc Emptying and filling of swimming pools ponds tanks etc Pumping of wastewater from washing ma chines baths sinks ...

Page 12: ...oduct type 5 Product number 6 Supply voltage V 7 Voltage tolerance 8 Power input W 9 Frequency Hz 10 Insulation class 11 Max current A 12 Enclosure class 13 Factory code and production code year and week 14 Model 15 Nameplate layout 16 Max liquid temperature C 17 Max flow rate m3 h 18 Max head m 19 Max installation depth m 20 Motor number 5 3 2 Type key Example UNILIFT KP 150 A 1 Code Explanation ...

Page 13: ...rrying out maintenance and service 2 Rinse the pump parts in water after dismantling 6 1 Maintaining the product Under normal operating conditions the pump is maintenance free If the pump has been used for liquids other than clean water flush it through with clean water immediately after use If the pump delivers too little water due to deposits or the like dismantle and clean the pump The pump con...

Page 14: ...nd flush the inside of the pump to remove possible impurities between the motor and pump sleeve 6 Clean the impeller See the figure below TM031169 How to flush the impeller 7 Check that the impeller can rotate freely If not remove the impeller as described below 8 Unscrew the nut cross width 13 mm from the motor shaft Use a screwdriver to prevent the impeller from rotating See the figure below TM0...

Page 15: ...e pump supplier 6 4 Contaminated pumps If the power cable or the level switch is damaged it must be replaced by a service workshop authorised by Grund fos CAUTION Biological hazard Minor or moderate personal injury Flush the product thoroughly with clean water and rinse the parts in water after dismantling Wear personal protective equipment The product will be classified as contaminated if it has ...

Page 16: ...mpeller is blocked or partly blocked by impuri ties Clean the pump Phase failure Call an electrician Too low voltage Call an electrician The overload setting of the motor protective circuit breaker is too low Adjust the setting The pump runs constantly or gives too little water The pump is partly blocked by impurities Clean the pump The outlet pipe or valve is partly blocked by impuri ties Clean t...

Page 17: ... 3 x 380 415 V 50 Hz 35 50 50 3 x 200 V 60 Hz 35 At intervals of at least 30 minutes the pumps may however run at maximum 70 C for periods not exceeding 2 minutes 1 Voltage variant for UNILIFT KP 350 2 KP 350 45 8 3 Sound pressure level The sound pressure level of the pump is lower than the limiting values stated in the EC Council Directive 2006 42 EC relating to machinery 9 Disposing of the produ...

Page 18: ...Appendix A A 1 Dimensions A 1 1 UNILIFT KP AV UNILIFT KP M 30 148 256 266 220 230 140 215 Rp 1 1 4 TM011523 148 30 140 Rp 1 1 4 220 230 226 236 TM001642 UNILIFT KP 350 382 Appendix A ...

Page 19: ...quipment 5 This Warranty only applies where a defect has arisen wholly or substantially as a result of faulty manufacture parts or workmanship and where such defect appears during the Warranty Period 6 The Warranty does not apply in the following circumstances a where the damage arises due to normal wear and tear b where the Equipment was not installed in accordance with Grundfos installation and ...

Page 20: ...he failure does not amount to a major failure 11 FOR EQUIPMENT PURCHASED IN NEW ZEALAND Grundfos NZ provides the following advice to all Customers who are consum ers as defined by the CGA and to whom the CGA applies Unless the provisions of the CGA have been lawfully excluded the guarantees and the remedies for failure to comply with those guar antees as set out in the CGA shall apply Such remedie...

Page 21: ...ed Grundfos will inform the Customer in writing that the Warranty claim was not accepted and the reasons for non acceptance The Customer will bear the cost of any freight for the return and dispatch of the Equipment and the cost of any repairs undertaken by Grundfos if requested by the Customer to do so Warranty Periods Unless otherwise stated below all Grundfos product comes as standard with a 2 ...

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