Page 2 - table Of cOntents; pump; component drawings; NOTICE
page 2 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) table Of cOntents cx400/px400 submersible pump Table of Contents ..................................................... 2 Parts Ordering Procedures ...................................... 3 Safety Information ...............
Page 3 - parts Ordering prOcedures; Ordering parts has never been easier!; choose from three easy options:; We accept all maJor credit cardS!; order via internet; Order; order via Fax
cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 3 parts Ordering prOcedures www .multiquip .com Ordering parts has never been easier! choose from three easy options: We accept all maJor credit cardS! when ordering parts, please supply: ❒ dealer account number ❒ dealer ...
Page 4 - safety infOrMatiOn; SaFetY meSSageS; danger; Burn hazards; Symbol; Electric shock hazards
page 4 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) safety infOrMatiOn Do not operate or service the equipment before reading the entire manual. Safety precautions should be followed at all times when operating this equipment. Failure to read and understand the safety me...
Page 5 - general SaFetY
cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 5 safety infOrMatiOn general SaFetY caution never operate this equipment without proper protective clothing, shatterproof glasses, respiratory protection, hearing protection, steel-toed boots and other protective device...
Page 6 - pump SaFetY; These devices are intended for operator; electrical SaFetY
page 6 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) safety infOrMatiOn pump SaFetY danger never operate the equipment in an explosive atmosphere or near combustible materials. An explosion or fi re could result causing severe bodily harm or even death. Warning Accide...
Page 8 - diMensiOns
page 8 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) diMensiOns Figure 1. CX400/PX400 Pump Dimensions 9.76 in. (248 mm.) FRONT VIEW 14.96 in. (380 mm.) 6.3 in. (160 mm.) TOP VIEW CX400 PX400
Page 9 - specificatiOn; motor rotation; counterclockwise (CCW) as viewed from the impeller end of the pump.; mechanical Seal oil; table 1. Specifications
cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 9 specificatiOn 1. motor rotation – Upon start-up, the pump "kicks" in the opposite direction of motor rotation. The correct rotation is counterclockwise (CCW) as viewed from the impeller end of the pump. 2. mecha...
Page 10 - perfOrMance curve; Figure 2. Pump Performance Curve
page 10 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) perfOrMance curve Figure 2. Pump Performance Curve
Page 11 - general infOrMatiOn
cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 11 general infOrMatiOn The Multiquip Model CX400 and PX400 submersible pumps are designed to pump water and is used for the draining (dewatering) of well casings construction sites, coffer dams, manholes, transformer vaul...
Page 12 - cOMpOnents; Figure 3. Submersible Pump Components
page 12 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) cOMpOnents Figure 3. Submersible Pump Components Figure 3 shows the location of the basic components, for the CX400/PX400 submersible pumps. Listed below is a brief explanation of each component1. AC Power Cable – This...
Page 13 - direct pOwer OperatiOn; direct power operation; the pump during operation could lead to; Figure 4. Direct Power Application
cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 13 direct pOwer OperatiOn direct power operation The CX400/PX400 submersible pumps can be configured to operate by direct power (Figure 4) or connected to a control box (Figure 10) utilizing float switches. When the pump ...
Page 14 - flOat switches; mechanical Float Switch; table 3. pumping range; design Features
page 14 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) flOat switches mechanical Float Switch Mechanically activated float switches offer a reliable low current control for dewatering applications. How it Works The mechanical float switch control will turn ON (close) when ...
Page 15 - Float Switches; mounting the Float Switches; cord tether length as shown; do not; Figure 8. Single Float Switch Application; Figure 9. Dual Float Switch Application
cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 15 Float Switches For unattended operation of the submersible pump two float swith methods can be used single or dual. The single float switch (Model SW1A) will allow the pump to turn on and off depending on the length of...
Page 16 - cb3 control box; float switch interface. The CB3 control box will require the use of; Figure 10. CB3 Control Box Dual Float Switch Application Diagram
page 16 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) flOat switches (cOntrOl bOx) cb3 control box For special remote pumping applications of the submersible pump, a control box (Model CB3) is required. This water resistant control box (Figure 10) provides watertight hous...
Page 17 - Figure 11. Submersible Pump; OperatiOn; Figure 12. Submersible Pump; oFF
cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 17 Hose connections 1. Connect a 2-inch hose to the discharge port on the pump as shown in Figure 11. Make sure that hose is attached correctly to the discharge port. attaching lifting rope 1. Attach a suitable lifting ca...
Page 18 - control box installation; upright vertical position.; power cord requirements
page 18 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) OperatiOn control box installation The following procedure outlines the steps for connecting the pump to a control box. control box mounting Mount the control box in an upright vertical position. Make sure the control ...
Page 19 - Table 5. dual Float switch connections; Connecting AC Power to the Pump Motor
cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 19 connecting dual float Switch (SW-1Wop) to control box 1. Remove the float switch input connector housing, then route the float switch wires through the cable gland on the control box. Attach the wires of the float swit...
Page 20 - turning on the pump; ON; automatic operation; start float switch
page 20 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) OperatiOn turning on the pump If all of the pump's electrical requirements have been met, place the circuit breaker or power ON/OFF switch in the on position. The CB3 control box has an operation switch located on the ...
Page 21 - Maintenance; Cleanup; Figure 17. Checking Lubrication Oil Level; Figure 18. Draining Lubrication Oil
cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 21 Maintenance Cleanup 1. Wipe off any mud or debris that might have attached itself to the pump. 2. If the pump was used to pump mud, grit or silt, flush vigorously with clean water. 3. Store pump in a clean dry place aw...
Page 22 - Inspecting Lubrication Oil (Mechanical Seal); Figure 20. Mechanical Seal Impeller; Figure 21. Mechanical Seal Impeller
page 22 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) Inspecting Lubrication Oil (Mechanical Seal) 1. Block the oil fill opening with a finger and roll pump to one side to drain (Figure 18) oil into a small transparent container. 2. If oil is cloudy (milky) or has water i...
Page 23 - electrical insulation testing; Why perform electrical insulation testing?; Figure 22. Insulation Tester Application
cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 23 Maintenance electrical insulation testing Why perform electrical insulation testing? Electrical insulation starts to age as soon as it's made. Harsh environments, especially those with extreme temperature changes and/o...
Page 24 - trOubleshOOting; Table 8. Pump Troubleshooting; SYmptom; Pump Fails To Start
page 24 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) trOubleshOOting Table 8. Pump Troubleshooting SYmptom poSSible problem Solution Pump Fails To Start Incorrect voltage/amps? Check that proper voltage (115 VAC, 60 Hz, single-phase) is being supplied to the pump. Also c...
Page 25 - cb3 cOntrOl bOx wiring diagraM; COIL; CB3 CONTROL BOX WIRING DIAGRAM; Figure 23. CB3 Wiring Diagram
cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 25 cb3 cOntrOl bOx wiring diagraM LEAD WIRES AC POWER CORD U V BLACK (LINE) WHITE (NEUTRAL) GREEN (GROUND) CAPACITOR MAIN COIL AUXILIARY COIL CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH COIL L1 T1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 STOP FLOAT SWITCH (LOW) T2 PUMP P...
Page 26 - explanatiOn Of cOde in reMarks cOluMn; Sample partS liSt; remarKS Column
page 26 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) explanatiOn Of cOde in reMarks cOluMn The following section explains the different symbols and remarks used in the Parts section of this manual. Use the help numbers found on the back page of the manual if there are an...
Page 27 - suggested spare parts; description
cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 27 suggested spare parts cx400/px400 SubmerSible pumpS 1 to 3 unitSQty. p/n description 1 ...........020CX400120 ....... AC CORD WITH GLAND CX400 1............020CX400060 ....... MECHANICAL SEAL CX400 1 ...........020PX40...
Page 32 - terMs and cOnditiOns Of sale — parts
page 32 — cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) terMs and cOnditiOns Of sale — parts paYment termS Terms of payment for parts are net 30 days. FreigHt policY All parts orders will be shipped collect or prepaid with the charges added to the invoice. All shipments are...
Page 33 - nOtes
cx400/px400 Sub. pump • operation and partS manual — rev. #1 (12/03/10) — page 33 nOtes
Page 34 - OperatiOn and parts Manual; Your Local Dealer is:; HERE’S HOW TO GET HELP; PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL; UNITED STATES; CANADA
OperatiOn and parts Manual Your Local Dealer is: HERE’S HOW TO GET HELP PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER ON-HAND WHEN CALLING © COPYRIGHT 2010, MULTIQUIP INC. Multiquip Inc and the MQ logo are registered trademarks of Multiquip Inc. and may not be used, reproduced, or altered without written ...
