Multiquip YELLOW_SUBMARINE_rev_1 - Manual (Page 10)

PAGE 10 — YELLOW SUBMARINE PUMP — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (03/22/10)
COMPONENTS
Figures 1 shows the location of the basic components, for the
MQ YELLOW SUBMARINE submersible pump. Listed below is
a brief explanation of each component.
1. Strainer Base – This strainer base is made of stainless
steel which is resistant to hardware corrosion. DO NOT
pump large objects or debris with this pump. This pump is
for pumping water only. For dewatering purposes, always
place the strainer base on a platform.
2. Volute/Impeller – Impellers are constructed of high-chrome
ductile iron to minimizes wear and prolong service life.
3. Electric Motor – This unit utilizes a single-phase, 115 V,
0.25 HP electric motor. Consult with a licenced electrician
before connecting motor to a power source. Observe all
city and local safety codes.
4. Discharge Port – Connect a 1-1/4-inch hose to this port.
Remember to adequately support the discharge hose to
avoid stress on the pump.
5. AC Power Cable – This unit is supplied with a 9.0 ft. (2.74
meters) AC power cable. Always check the cable for signs
of wear. NEVER! use a defective power cable. Replace the
cable immediately if the cable is worn or defective.
6. Carrying Handle – Always carry the submersible pump
by its handle. NEVER! carry the pump by its power cord.
Carrying or lifting the pump by the power cord, will cause
undue stress on the cord, and ultimately the cord will
become dislodged from the pump. See Table 3 for selecting
proper extension cord.
7. Thermal Overload Protection – This pump will require
the use of an external control box with a thermal overload
protection device that will shut down the motor in the event
of high operating temperatures. The motor will automatically
restart once the temperature returns to an acceptable
operating temperature.
8. Garden Hose Adapter – Connect a 3/4-inch diameter
garden hose to this adapter.
9. 3/4 NPT Fitting – Install this fitting into the discharge port
of the pump when using a 3/4-inch garden hose.
Figure 1. Submersible Pump Components