Trotec TWP 4006 E - Intended Use; Suitable Media and Applications; Improper Use; Prohibited Applications

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submerged clear water pump, near-ground suction TWP 4006 E / TWP 7506 E
• Before taking the device into operation, have the following
checked by an expert:
– earthing, neutral conductor and RCD must be
functioning properly and correspond to the national
regulations,
– electrical plug connections must be protected from
moisture.
Intended use
The device is only suited for draining, conveying and pumping
over the following media:
• clear water
• non-corrosive suds (e.g. leaking washing machine)
• slightly chlorinated water
When doing so, the water must not contain any suspended
matter exceeding a maximum particle size of 5mm.
The device is fully submersible (watertight encapsulation) and
can be immersed up to 7m into the pumping medium.
The water temperature must not exceed 35°C.
The device may temporarily be used for e.g.:
• pumping out flooded basements
• emptying tanks and containers
• water withdrawal from wells and shafts
Improper use
• The device is not suitable for continuous operation (e.g. as
recirculation pump for ponds).
• Using the device in swimming pools and the like is
prohibited.
• The device is not suitable as permanent, automatic
overflow protection of e.g. wells or fountains or for the
regulation of the groundwater level. Use a stationary waste
water pumping system for building and property drainage
for these purposes.
• The device is not suitable for increasing the pressure of
existing water supply networks.
• The device is not suitable for pumping potable water.
• The device must not be used for aggressive, abrasive,
caustic, corrosive, combustible or explosive pumping
media, e.g.:
– brine
– sandy water
– food
– cleaning agents
– fuels (e.g. petrol, diesel)
– oils
– greases
– petroleum
– nitro-cellulose thinner
– waste water from lavatories and urinal installations
• The device must not be used at freezing temperatures.
• Any unauthorised modifications, alterations or structural
changes to the device are forbidden.
• Any operation other than as described in this manual is
prohibited. Non-observance renders all claims for liability
and guarantee null and void.
Personnel qualifications
People who use this device must:
• be aware of the dangers that occur when working with
electric devices in damp areas.
• have read and understood the operating manual, especially
the Safety chapter.
Safety signs and labels on the device
Note
Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from
the device. Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in
legible condition.
The following safety signs and labels are attached to the device:
Warning of electrical voltage
Information marked with this symbol indicates dangers
to the life and health of persons due to electrical
voltage.
General warning sign
This symbol indicates that you must be aware of the
dangers that can occur when working with the device.
Device may start up without warning
This symbol indicates that the device may start up
without warning when it is switched on.
Do not use damaged power cables or mains plugs
This symbol indicates that the device must no longer be
operated if the power cable is damaged.
Staying in water prohibited
This symbol indicates that the device must not be
operated with persons or animals in the water.
Do not use at freezing temperatures
This symbol indicates that the device must be protected
from frost.
Keep out of the reach of children – not a toy
This symbol indicates that the device is not a toy and is
thus not suitable for children.
Do not pull the mains plug by the power cable
This symbol indicates that you must not pull the mains
plug out of the socket by the power cable.
Pull the mains plug
This symbol indicates that the mains plug must be
removed from the socket when the device is not in use.