MAINTENANCE AND USE MANUAL FOR MOTOPUMP SET

cod. 534301131 dtd 03/10/2003 rev. 00 dtd 03/10/2003

INTRODUCTION
This maintenance and use manual , contains main informations for normal intervent procedure on SCOVA
motorpump.
These informations and drawings were updated at moment of publication.
The building firm (SCOVA S.P.A.) reserves the right to introduce possible modifications at any time and without
obligation of notice.

ATTENTION
This symbol is used to signal points and operations that could be
dangerous for the operator.
When it appears, read carefully the message that follows and pay
attention to the potential danger of accident.

Technical informations printed on this manual are under property of SCOVA S.P.A. and are to be considered
restricted.
It's forbiden to spread or reproduce this manual (also partially), without a write authorization from building firm.
It's also forbiden the use of this manual for aims that are not strictly concerned to motorpumps
maintenance.

ATTENTION!
For any reason user can modify or tamper motorpump and
its components.
In every case of anomaly or bad function it's necessary to contact
SCOVA S.P.A.
Each attempt of modification or tampering of a motorpump element, will
invalidate the warranty
and firm will not be liable for damages to persons or things.

Before operate on on goods buyed, please read carefully instructions contained in the documentation furnished.
Manual and all supplied documents are integrating part of the product. They must be kept with
care and be available for consultation for as long as the product is in use.
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1.1.
1.2.
1.3.
1.4.
1.5.
1.6.

INFORMATION AND TECHINCAL DATA

Machine load
Lighting
Foreseen working conditions
Machine tow
Machine positioning
Machine preservation and storage

2.1.
2.2.
2.3.
2.4.
2.5.
2.6.
2.7.

FUNCTION
Checks to be done
Starting
Raccomandations on preservations to damages due to airy
Machine description
Protections
Safety sdevices
Not allowed functions

3.1.
3.2.
3.3.
3.4.
3.5.

USE AND MANAGEMENT

Management and controls
Maitenance
Spare-parts management
Warranty
Motorpump dismalting (out of service)

4.1.
4.2.
4.3.
4.4.
4.5.

GENERAL INSTRUCTION
Optional
Emergency situation instructions
Instrucions for battery use
Residual risks
Overall dimensions

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1.1.

INFORMATIONS AND TECHNICAL DATA

MACHINE LOAD
Motorpump load and unload on transport vehicle, must be done by means of an elevator truck having a suitable capacity.
Forks must be parallel and symetrical to wheel axle.
To the aim of stabilize the machine on trasnsportation means , it's necessary to lower support feet and to block the wheels with
suitable wedges or to fix the machines with ropes.
In case of need, it's possible to disassemble drawbar, wich could be easily assembled after the machine has been unloaded.
We recommend package elimination before to start the motorpump use.

1.2 .

LIGHTING
Machines it's arranged for working during the day. When motorpump is used with insufficient day-light, it's necessary a separated
illumination source.

1.3.

FORESEEN WORKING CONDITIONS

Correct use of the machine is with the employ of irrigation water. (On specific enquiry we can supply pump for sewage
distribution).

1.4 .

MACHINE TOW
Machine tow must be done at not more than 10 Km/h.

1.5.

MACHINE POSITIONING
To avoid great damages to motorpump, it's necessary to follow the below mentioned instructions:
- position the machine on a not floored area , and in an horizontal position (see engine manual).
- lower suppor feet to the earth, discharging completely machine weight on tyres, which function is to damp vibrations.

Never use the machine without tyres

1.6.

MACHINE PRESERVATION AND STORAGE

When the machine is to be taken out of service for a certain period of time, it's advisable to empty the pump from water and fill
with antioxidant oil the internal parts.
Further every 2 months, it's necesssary to start pump for at least 1 minute.
Other specific maintenance operations are included in engine and pump manuals.
For uses different from irrigation, follow regulations in pump manual..

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FUNCTION

Avoid pump to work dry

2.1.

CHECKS TO BE DONE BEFORE STARTING

-Engine preliminary checks (see engine manual)
-Pump preliminary checks (see pump manual)
-Safety panel preliminary checks (see safety panel manual)
-Fill fuel tank by means of proper entry-hole provided with plug having indicator.
-Connect battery clamps in such way to ensure a good connection.Periodically check liquid level, filling again with distilled
water, in case of need.
-Connect suction pipeline placing foot valve in vertical position. It's advisable to protec foot valve with a protection-net, to avoid
obstructions due to external particles. (For suction pipe correct positioning , see pump manual.)
-Before to start motorpunp unit, fill the pump from delivery inlet.
-Connect delivery pipe.

It's advisable to install a check valve to avoid possible water hammer

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2.2.

STARTING
Set engine accelerator lever (A) at approx .1/3 of its run:
- Procede to the starting, acting control board key (B);
- Make sure that pump is priming;
- Lead engine at desired speed suitably to technical features required from plant;

Never exceed Max. Working pressure (showed on technical table), consulting the
manometer (C) mounted on pump.

- In case of model with safety panel, see safety panel manual;

In case of model with safety panel having distance control, never stop nearby
becouse engine can unexpectedly automatically start.

2.3.

RECOMMENDATIONS ON PREVENTIONS TO DAMAGES DUE TO AIRY NOISE

Operator has to stand near the machine only the period of time it takes for starting and regulations.
In case it's necessary to remain near the machine an extended period of time, it's obligatory the use of
individual prevention device like head and/or earphone plugs.

2.4.

MACHINE DESCRIPTION
Motorpump is composed of an endothermic engine which operate by means of a coaxial elastic joint an horizontal centrifugal
pump.
Motorpump unit can be mounted on a truck having incorporated fuel tank or on a fix base-frame, or on a truck with separated fueltank. Truck is provided with tyres, dawbar and towing eye.

2.5.

PROTECTIONS
-Protection for rotating parts is made of suitable shaped electrowelded grates. Above mentioned parts are: fan, alternator pulley,
shaft pulley, elastic joint.
-High temperature parts protection is made of suitable punched plate guards, with air spaces. These parts are: collector and
exhaust silencer.

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SAFETY DEVICE
The "emergency stop" in machines including safety panel (see safety panel manual) is obtained pushing suitable button and
laying key on "O" position.
In case safety panel is not included in the machine, the "emergency stop", is obtained acting on engine quick stop lever (see
engine manual).

2.7.

NOT ALLOWED FUNCTIONS

For operator safety reasons, never use the machine in a not sufficiently airing room.
Not allowed functions are the following:
-Pumping of liquids different from fresh, clear, chemically and mechanically not aggressive water.
-Pumping of liquids having a solid concentration higher than 0-20 g/m3 (see punp manual)
-Pumping of liquids having a temperature higher than 70-90 C. (see pump manual)
-Pumping of infiammable liquids
-Operation in places with a classified risk of explosion
-Operation in enclosed-spaced conditions
-Operation in anomalous conditions respect to an endothermic engine.

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3.1.

USE AND MANAGEMENT

MANAGEMENT AND CONTROLS

-Control the cleanliness of engine heat-exchangers (water radiator, oil radiator) see engine manual
-To discharge tank from oily deposits or from water, use suitable drain plug in the reserve-cup.
-Periodically check transmission joint's slack (see pump manual)
-Change engine-oil, antifreeze liquid, air filters, oil filters, fuel filters, (see engine manual): strictly follow eliminations rules in force.

3.2.

MAINTENANCE
Usual maintenance and repairs operation, must only be carried out by specialized personnel.
Maintenance repairs and cleaning operations must be done when machine is in stop position.

3.3.

SPARE-PARTS MANAGEMENT
For repairs ever use only original spare-parts.
For engine: contact the nearest service-center (see attached service-center list)
For remaining components contact directly SCOVA SPA or your nearest zone retailer.

3.4.

WARRANTY
General sale-conditions governing all products manufactured by SCOVA SPA, are also valid for the product in object. In
particular, remember that one of the essential conditions for recognition of warranty is compliance with all the individual
instructions given in the enclosed documentation and the best hydraulic and electrotechnical provisions, fundamental condition
to ensure motorpump regular operation. Malfunction caused by wear and/or corrosion is not covered by warranty.
Before warranty recognition, the product must first be examined by our technicians.
Failure to comply with the instructions contained in the documentation supplied with the product, shall void all guarantee form
and responsibility of SCOVA SRL.

3.5.

MOTORPUMP DISMANTLING (OUT OF SERVICE)

Motorpump dismantling must be done carefully, compliyng with local rules and regulations relevant to dismantling and also to all
regulations contained in the attached manuals.

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4.1.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
OPTIONALS
On specific enquiry, motorpump unit can be equipped with following fittings:
- Plate type cluth: its function is to disconnect pump during engine starting and heating (see engine manual).
- Lifting winch for suction pipe: it makes easier the positioning of suction pipe as follows:
. place the arm in desired position.
. couple suction pipe to lifting bracket connected with winch cable, clamping the fixing screws.
. lift pipe by means of the winch and place it in desired position.
-to put the machine in another working position, disconnect suction pipe from the pump and bend the arm on machine
frame.

Before to move motorpump, block the flag arm in a fix transport position
through a suitable pin.

. Membrane priming pump: it allows an easy priming pipeline and pump-body filling with the employ of only one operator.
At the end of priming operation, close proper tap located on pump delivery.

In case the tap has not been closed the membrane could be broken and the
operator run the risk to be hit from a jet of liquid at high pression.

-Depression pumping device: It allows an easy pump-body priming, taking advantage from depressione origined by engine
exhaust gas.
-couple the quick clutch device at the end of engine exhaust pipe.
-open the tap that connects the device to pump-body
-bring the engine on a speed been not much lower than operating speed.
-when water appears in trasparent hose, quickly shut tap located on pump-body and remove the device from exhaust
pipe.

Shut tap on pump-body as soon as water appears in transparent hose, never

let it go outside from device becouse it could be the cause of scalds due to
hot liquid.
Quickly remove the device from exhaust hose using protection gloves to
prevent scalds.

-Work-place lighting device : To start it, push proper switch incorporated in the device.

4.2.

EMERGENCY SITUATION INSTRUCTIONS

-In case of motorpump burning, use powder-type ext inguisher.
-To avoid gasoil and lubricant liquids dripping, put a collect-cup under the machine.
-Should motorpump works in areas with acoustic level limits it's necessary to provide it with supplementary acoustic isolation
devices.
-Should motorpump works in areas with airy pollution limits, it's necessary to provide it with supplementaty poisonus gas
elimination devices.

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4.3.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY USE

Attention
It's important to consider that electrolyte is a diluted solution of sulphuric acid: in case of contact with skin,
rinse immediately with lots water.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately than consult a doctor.
Batteries generate flammable gas which , if primed, can cause battery explosion.
Precautions
Installed battery: avoid generating sparks during installation, removal inspection, start-up using jumper
cables and auxiliary battery or devices. Avoid open flames or cigarettes near the battery.
Battery charging: make sure you connect correctly the battery to the charger ( + with + , -with-). Charge in a
well-aired room, without using excessively high currents.
Avoid all sparks, open flames or cigarettes near the battery ;
- don't rest metal tools on the battery;
- Keep everything out of reach of children.
FOR DRY CHARGED BATTERIES
Charging instructions for dry charged batteries:
1.
Remove all plugs, and fill the elements with sulphuric acid for batteries with specific gravity of 1.27 gr/l. (approx. 31 be') at a
temperature of at least 10-15 C, fill untill the level is about 10-15 mm. above top edge of the separators.
2.
Leave battery to soak for about 30 minutes and then tap off, if necessary.
3.
Now battery can be put into use.
4.
We recommend to charge battery for a few hours especially if the vehicle will not be regularly
used and the outside
temperature been lower than O C. Charging is to be made at the rate of 5-10 Amps. for lorry-tractor batteries, having a
capacity up to than 100 Ah. and at the rate of 10-20 Amps. for lorry-tractor batteries, having a capacity over 100 Ah. When fast
or booster charging, time can be reduced to 20-30 minutes. In this case temperature must not exceed 45-50 C.
Control this, stopping charge or reducing charging rate as required.
Periodically check battery liquid level, filling with distilled water if necesssary.
Never add sulphuric acid.
Deteriorated battery getting rid: lead-batteries have to be getting rid, suitable to specific rules in force.

4.4.

RESIDUAL RISKS WARNING

Never exceed max. working pressure showed on proper technical schedule,

check this using the manometer mounted on pump.
It's possible the forming of leaks that let the high pression liquid come out
from pump-body.

During drawbar mounting, avoid damages due to drawbar fall.

When motorpump is running , stay away from high temperature elements

even if they are provided with protections (manifold and exhaust silencer)
because protections temperature can cause scalds.
Also stay away from the other motorpump parts that even if working at
lower temperatures, can equally cause scalds.

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MODENA (Italy)
Tel. +39 59 702012 FAX +39 59 702153
www.scova-engineering.com

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