Technical Information; Safety Instructions; General Description - Sotera 400B Serie Manual De Uso

SERIES 400B DIAPHRAGM PUMP
For Chemical & Lubricant Transfer
Owner's Operation & Safety Manual
All 400B, FR205B, and FR210B Models
WARNING! This pump shall not be used to fuel any
vehicles or aircraft!
WARNING! This pump is not suited for use with fluids
for human consumption.
WARNING! Electrical wiring should be performed
ONLY by a licensed electrician in compliance with local,
state, and national electrical code NEC/ANSI/NFPA 70,
NFPA 30, and NFPA 30A, as appropriate to the intended
use of the pump. Threaded rigid conduit, sealed fittings,
and conductor seal should be used where applicable.
The pump must be properly grounded. Improper
installation or use of this pump can result in serious
bodily injury, or death!
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WARNING! o ensure safe and proper operation of
your equipment, it is critical to read and adhere to all of
the following safety warnings and precautions.
Improper installation or use of this product can cause
serious bodily injury or death!
WARNING! The pump motor is equipped with thermal
overload protection. If overheated, it will shut itself off
without any damage to the windings. Be sure to turn off
the pump power if this occurs. As the motor cools, it will
start without warning if power is on.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Threaded pipe joints and connections must be sealed
with the appropriate sealant or sealant tape to minimize
the possibility of leaks. Leaking of caustic and/or
hazardous fluids could result in severe injuries.
2. Never disassemble YOKE ASSEMBLY (see item 23 page 5).
This is under extreme pressure and injury could result.
3. Tank or barrel should be anchored to prevent tipping in
both the full and empty conditions.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Sotera Systems 400B is a self priming, positive
displacement double action diaphragm pump. It features
flow rates up to 13 GPM, and has polypropylene and
stainless steel wetted parts, and chemical compatible seals. It
is designed for low pressure transfer of non-flammable fluids.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Design Features
• 1" suction & discharge ports
• 15 PSI (1 Bar) maximum outlet pressure
• Positive displacement/self priming design
• 8" Hg "dry" lift (9 feet of water)
• 2600 RPM, 1/4 HP (185 Watts) motor options:
• 12 VDC rated at 20 amps
• 12 VDC rated at 20 amps Explosion Proof UL Listed
• 12 VDC rated at 20 amps CE Certified
• 24 VDC rated at 10 amps Explosion Proof UL Listed
• 115 VAC / 60Hz rated at 2.5 amps
• 115 VAC rated at 2.5 amps Explosion Proof UL Listed
• Thermal overload protection of the motor
• Power Cables:
- 12 VDC: 20' (6m) power cable with battery clips w/30
amp fuse
- 24 VDC: 15' (4.6m) power cable (no clips or fuse)
- 115 VAC: 6.6' (2m) power cable with 3-prong grounded
plug- in connector (std. motor, non-UL)
- 115 VAC: 12' (3.7m) power cable with 3-prong grounded
plug- in connector (Explosion Proof UL Listed Motor)
• Maximum particle size up to 0.100" diameter
• Pump can run dry without damage
• Handles viscosities up to 3700 CPS (see page 4)
• Can pump shear sensitive fluids
• Operating Temperature Range: -10˚F (-23˚C) to 130˚F (54˚C)
• Maximum 30 minute duty cycle, NOT for continuous
operation
• Maximum sound level: 76.6 dBA
Fluid Compatibility
The 400B Series pump is compatible with most agricultural and
industrial chemicals, and lubricants. Model numbers reference
the diaphragm material. Always refer to the Sotera Chemical
Resistance Guide at sotera.com to determine proper materials
of construction for the fluids you pump.
• Models that begin with "SS" (example SS415B) contain
Santoprene diaphragms designed for use with chemicals.*
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• Models that begin with "FR" (example FR410B) contain
Hytrel diaphragms designed for use with oils and
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lubricating fluids.
The 400 Series pump is NOT compatible with:
• Strong acids (pH of 3.5 or below)
• Strong bases (pH above 12)
• Flammable fluids (flash point below 100˚F / 38˚ C)
• Bleach (Sodium Hypochlorite)
Wetted Materials
Always refer to Chemical Resistance Guide at sotera.com for
specific compaibility information.
• Polypropylene body and valves
• Stainless Steel fasteners
• Hastelloy check valve springs
• Hytrel, Buna-N, EPDM, and Flourocarbon seals
• Santoprene and Hytrel Diaphragms
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* Exception: Model SS419BX665