6 Inch Betsy Pump Daily Maintenance And Operating Safety Instructions

6” BETSY PUMP Daily Operating And Maintenance Instructions

Please remember – you must ensure the engine/pump is isolated and cannot be started.

BEFORE STARTING THIS PUMP – PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS, IT’S FOR YOUR SAFETY!

OPERATOR MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

It is the responsibility of the hirer to ensure that the pump and all accessories hired are looked after and maintained.

Failure to do this could incur additional charges at the end of the hire.

You are required to do daily check on the equipment as detailed below

1. MECHANICAL SEAL OIL.

On the side of the pump housing behind the pump volute, there is a small glass inspection hole. Using your phones’ light – do a visual inspection.

You are looking for a normal oil colour inside.

If the oil is a white – this indicates that there is water in the oil and the mechanical seal may have failed.

There is no action required if there is a normal coloured oil, however – if there is no sight of oil or the oil is white, please can you call our 24 Hour phone number – 01329 229 800

Below are two pictures of this small window.

2. FUEL LEVELS.

Check the fuel level gauge next to the fuel cap.

Add white diesel fuel as required.

We recommend daily refuelling.

Where possible – if the unit is being moved around the site – let the diesel settle before starting the pump. There may be residue or sediment that could potentially block the inline filters.

You may only use White Diesel in these pumps !

Please do not mix or use Biodiesel fuels.

3. ENGINE OIL LEVEL.

Remove the Engine oil Dipstick,

Check the engine oil level,

Top up with the specified engine oil to required level.

Recommended to use 15W-40 Type oil or similar approved.

Please ensure dip stick is clean before replacing it in the dip stick tube.

4. VACUUM PUMP OIL LEVEL

On the side of the vacuum pump is a small oil sight glass, please check this level and the glass is completely covered. Also check the colour of the oil and ensure it is not white (indicating the presence of water).

Please inform our office if there is low oil level or discolouration.

5. FUEL FILTER.

Please check the inline fuel filter – these can be checked to see if there is any sediment from the fuel tank.

The pump will function normally if there is sediment visible, however – this will be looked at when an engineer does his onsite maintenance service every 500 hours.

Please look for any signs of fuel leakage from the fuel line/hoses.

As per the picture below – ensure that the fuel handle is in the “INT” (internal) Position if there are no fuel tank hoses connected. Should you be using an external fuel tank – the Handle should be positioned in the “EXT” position.

6. RADIATOR / COOLANT LEVELS.

Check level of coolant or water in the engine radiator. The radiator may be beneath the main control panel and may be difficult to refill. Using a clean funnel will help topping up water levels.

Please check the water level before the pump is used, this will ensure the water is cold and avoid injury.

Please do not open the radiator cap when the engine has been running – this water will be extremely hot.

7. BATTERY.

Our Betsy pumps utilise a double battery – please check the condition of the battery connections, ensure termination lugs are tight on both sets.

On long term hires – if there is any corrosion, please remove terminals, clean and refit.

Ensure the securing bolt bracket is tight and not touching the live terminals.

8. VACUUM PUMP VEE BELTS

Please do a visual check on the vee belts located inside the protective cage, this is just to ensure there is no wear on the belts – please make sure both belts are present.

This cage is located on the side of the Vacuum pump.

9. IN FREEZING/COLD TEMPERATURES:

If the pump is manually turned off at the end of each shift

Please drain the pump volute with the drain valve. (situated at the lowest point on volute)

This will prevent water freezing inside the volute, this frozen water will damage / crack the pump casing as it freezes and expands.

Should this happen – You may be liable for the damage of this pump.

Please remember to close this valve once the volute has been drained.

10. Control Panel

Please ensure that that the selector switch is in the “WATER” position and the key is not in place. (remove the key to avoid confusion)

This selector switch must NEVER be used in the BENTONITE position when pumping normal liquids.

OPERATING SAFETY INFORMATION

If you notice anything out of the ordinary – this will be any fuel or lubricant leaks, any excessive vibration or noises, please could you inform the hire desk, we will get an engineer to call you and discuss the issues before they become breakdowns.

We have a 24 Hour on call engineer that will be able to talk to you and assist with issues over the phone.

24 Hour Phone Number – 01329 229 800

As this 6” Betsy Pump, is a static type pump, this unit would have been delivered on a trailer or HIAB type vehicle. Lifting the pump from the vehicle onto site will be done by your lifting or the vehicle HIAB, please ensure the following:

1.LIFTING THE PUMP

a. Ensure the lifting eye/post has not been damaged.

b. Always use the central lifting point provided.

c. Do not under sling this pump.

d. If a forklift is available – please use the fork pockets underneath the pump and ensure the forks are completely under the pump before lifting.

e. Do not lift the pump whilst the hoses are attached.

f. Please follow your lift proceudre according to your approved lift plan.

2. BEFORE STARTING

Please read these instructions. This is for your safety.

a. This pump has exposed moving, rotating parts and HOT surfaces.

b. DO NOT OPERATE THIS PUMP WITH THE DOORS IN THE OPEN POSITION.

c. Do not use lay flat hose on the suction side of the pump.

d. Allow adequate ventilation around the pump.

e. Be aware of items near the exhaust. – hot exhaust fumes will cause damage.

f. Do not insert anything into the inlet of the pump.

g. Ensure you complete the daily service checks.

h. Ensure the pump is on a stable, firm level surface

i. This pump will Automatically Prime and fill the suction hose with liquid.

j. Ensure the suction and discharge hoses are connected and it is safe to start the pump.

k. Please be careful when working around open manholes

3. STARTING THE PUMP

Ensure all the above daily maintenance checks have been completed and you have read the Safety Instructions.

Before you start – If possible – check the strainer is not blocked and it is submerged below the water level, ensure all the hoses are attached and it is safe to start the pump.

This pump can function in a “Manual” or Automatic” mode.

If Level probes are being used – this will be in the “AUTO” function.

The level probes need to be requested and may not have been supplied.

Level probes will be connected into the purple plug mounted inside the pump. (picture below) the probes are supplied in 10m lengths and installed in the sump or area where being used.

There are three level probes and need to be positioned as follows –

GREEN – This is the lowest probe and must always be submerged in the water.
RED – This probe is the Pump Start and should be at the top
BLUE – This is the pump stop probe, this must turn the pump off before it starts drawing air into the suction pipe.

If there is no water covering the top level probe (pump start) – the pump will not start.

No further action is required until you want to manually turn the pump off. (discussed further on)

Ensure the key switch is in the “Installation” position “1”

2. On the selector switch marked “PUMP” turn this switch to “AUTO” As mentioned – if there is liquid covering the probes – the pump will start in 4 – 5 seconds once the coils have warmed up.

3. The pump will automatically turn off when the level drops past the second (BLUE) lowest level probe.

No further action is required when operating in the “AUTO” mode.

4. When operating in the “MANUAL” mode – Turn the selector switch to “HAND”

5. Once the coils have heated up – the pump will start and run in about 4 – 5 seconds.

4. WHILST THE PUMP IS RUNNING

a. Look for any signs of leakage on the suction and discharge pipe work.

b. Make sure there is no excessive vibration.

c. Listen for any large objects (stones) being sucked up into the pump volute. Prevent this if possible – it may lead to a blocked / damaged pump.

d. Do not open the canopy doors whilst pump is in running.

e. Do not refuel whilst the pump is running.

f. Do not insert anything into the suction port whilst pump is running.

g. Make sure the strainer is always free from debris or blockages and below the water level.

h. Avoid pumping large solids if possible.

5. STOPPING THE PUMP MANUALLY

a. Turn the selector switch to the “0” (OFF) position.

b. Pump will turn off.

c. Please remember – if level probes are being used – the pump will not start automatically if in OFF or “0” position.

d. In very cold weather – do not forget to drain the volute to avoid freezing the pump internally.

e. Secure and lock canopy doors when not in use.

f. Secure the site and ensure that the equipment cannot be tampered with.