Everbilt SFP71 User Manual

8
Maintenance (continued)
LUBRICATION
NOTE: Refer to the Replacement Parts section for
illustrations of part and part numbers referenced in this
section.
□ Anytime the pump is removed from operation and at least
every twelve months, the cooling oil in the motor housing (25)
must be checked visually for oil level and contamination.
STORAGE
SHORT TERM
□ Pumps are manufactured for efcient performance following
short inoperative periods in storage. For best results, pumps
can be retained in storage, as factory assembled, in a dry
atmosphere with constant temperatures for up to six (6)
months.
LONG TERM
□ For storage of six months, to twenty-four months, the units
should be stored in a temperature-controlled area, a roofed-
over walled enclosure that provides protection from the
elements (rain, snow, wind-blown dust, etc), and whose
temperature can be maintained between +40°F and+120°F.
If extended, high humidity is expected to be a problem. All
exposed parts should be inspected before storage and all
surfaces that have the paint scratched, damaged, or worn
should be re-coated with a water base, air dry enamel paint.
All surfaces should then be sprayed with a rust-inhibiting oil.
□ Pump should be stored in the original shipping container. On
initial start-up, rotate the impeller by hand to assure the seal
and impeller rotate freely. If it is required that the pump be
installed and tested before the long-term storage begins, such
installation will be allowed provided:
□ The pump is not installed under water for more than one
month.
□ Immediately upon satisfactory completion of the test, the
pump is removed, thoroughly dried, repacked in the original
shipping container, and placed in a temperature-controlled
storage area.
CHECK THE OIL
NOTE: Refer to the Replacement Parts section for
illustrations of part and part numbers referenced in this
section.
1. Set the unit upright.
2. Remove the pipe plug (29) from the motor housing (25).
3. With a ashlight visually inspect the oil in the motor housing
(25) to make sure it is clean, clear, light amber in color, and
free from suspended particles. Milky white oil indicates the
presence of water.
4. Oil level should be above all internal componentry, but no
higher. Do not ll with oil completely full – only to the top of all
internal motor components.
IMPORTANT: Overlling will cause pump damage and
failure.
TEST THE OIL
NOTE: Refer to the Replacement Parts section for
illustrations of part and part numbers referenced in this
section.
1. Place pump on it’s side, remove the pipe plug (29) and drain
the oil into a clean, dry container.
2. Check oil for contamination using an oil tester with a range to
30 kilovolts breakdown.
3. If oil is found to be clean and uncontaminated (measures
above 15KV breakdown), rell the motor housing (25). See the
Replace the Oil section.
4. If oil is found to be dirty or contaminated (or measures below
15KV. breakdown), then the pump must be carefully inspected
for leaks at the shaft seal (8), gland nut (17), O-rings (23), and
pipe plug (29), before relling with oil.
5. To locate the leak, perform a pressure test. Refer to the
Perform a Pressure Test section.
6. After the leak is repaired, rell with new oil. Refer to the
Replace the Oil section.
CAUTION: Pressure builds up extremely fast. Increase
pressure by tapping the air nozzle. Too much pressure will
damage the seal. Do not exceed 6 PSI.

Everbilt SFP71 Specifications

General

Brand	Everbilt
Model	SFP71
Category	Water Pump
Language	English