SKV40

740 East 9th Street, Ashland, OH 44805

Phone: 1-888-957-8677
Fax: 1-888-840-7867
Web Site: http://www.hydromatic.com

Submersible Sewage
Ejector Pump
INSTALLATION, OPERATION, & PARTS MANUAL

SAFETY INFORMATION to a system control, connect the pump ground lead to

the system ground.
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this
manual or on pump. 6. Be sure that construction and access to septic sumps
conform with all OSHA requirements.
This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this 7. Do not run the pump dry. Dry running can overheat the
symbol on your pump or in this manual, look for one of the pump, (causing burns to anyone handling it) and will
following signal words and be alert to the potential for void the warranty.
personal injury! 8. The pump normally runs hot. To avoid burns when
warns about hazards that will cause serious servicing pump, allow it to cool for 20 minutes after
personal injury, death or major property damage if ignored. shutdown before handling it.
9. The pump is permanently lubricated. No oiling or
warns about hazards that can cause serious greasing is required in normal operation. for overhaul,
personal injury, death or major property damage if ignored. see instructions under “Service”.
warns about hazards that will or can cause DESCRIPTION
minor personal injury or property damage if ignored. This submersible sewage ejector pump is designed for
The word NOTICE indicates special instructions which are residential wastewater removal, sewage applications, sump
important but not related to hazards. drainage, dewatering and flood control. Units have built in
1. Read these rules and instructions carefully. Failure to thermal overload protection with automatic reset. The mechan-
follow them could cause serious bodily injury and/or ical seal and bearings on the motor shaft are permanently
property damage. lubricated. Stainless steel hardware and a heavy duty lift out
2. Check your local codes before installing. You must handle allow for easy disassembly after extended use.
comply with their rules. NOTICE: This unit is not designed for applications involving salt
3. Vent sewage or septic tank according to local codes. water or brine! Use with salt water or brine will void warranty.
4. Do not install pump in any location classified as
hazardous by National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 80-
SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply required ..........................See “Motor and Cord
1984 or the Canadian Electrical Code.
Specifications” chart below
Hazardous voltage. Can shock, Motor duty ............................................................Intermittent
burn, or kill. During operation the pump is in water. Maximum Liquid Temperature ...........................120°F (49°C)
To avoid fatal shocks, proceed as follows if pump needs Discharge Adapter .....................................................2" NPT
servicing:
Do not smoke or use devices that can generate sparks in a Switch Specifications
septic (gaseous) environment. Switch Setting in Inches (mm)
5A. Disconnect power to outlet box before unplugging pump. Type On Off
5B. Take extreme care when changing fuses. Do not stand Wide Angle Float 12-1/2"(318) 6-1/2"(165)
in water or put your finger in the fuse socket.
Vertical 8-15/16(227) 4-7/16(113)
5C. Do not modify the cord and plug. When using the cord
and plug, plug into a grounded outlet only. When wiring Diaphragm 8-7/8(225) 4-1/4(108)

MOTOR & CORD SPECIFICATIONS

Motor Individual Cord Discharge
Model Motor Full Branch Circuit Length Adapter
Number HP Voltage Load Amps Required (Amps) in ft. (m) Size
SKV40M1 4/10 115 12.6 20 10 (3.0) 2"
SKV40M2 4/10 230 6.4 15 10 (3.0) 2"

© 2007 W-03-402 (Rev. 9/24/09)

PERFORMANCE Drill a 3/16" (5mm) hole in the discharge pipe about 1–2"
(25-51mm) above the pump discharge connection (but below
GPM AT TOTAL FEET check valve) to prevent airlocking the pump.
Model 10 15 No flow
at height Be sure that the wide-angle float switch hangs freely. It should
CAPACITY GALLONS/MINUTE shown below not be able to come in contact with the sides or bottom of the
SKV40M1 78 40 19 sump pit.
SKV40A1 78 40 19 Make sure the sump pit is free of any debris that could
SKV40M2 78 40 19 obstruct the intake volute or switch.
SKV40A2 78 40 19
Use plumbing materials that are approved by local building
codes when connecting pipes between pump and sewer
INSTALLATION outlet.
Hazardous voltage. Can shock, burn or kill. NOTICE: For critical indoor installations where additional
Do not lift pump by the power cord. See “Cord Lift Warning” high water protection is desired, install a “Q-Alert” audible
below. alarm system in the sump pit. For outdoor installations,
confer with your Hydromatic distributor.
NOTICE: Install the pump on a hard, level surface (cement,
asphalt, etc.). Never place the pump directly on earth, clay or Connect the power cord to a 3-prong grounded AC
gravel surfaces. Install the pump in a sump basin with a receptacle.
minimum diameter of 18" (46cm).
Hazardous voltage. Can shock, burn or kill.
Piping DO NOT remove the grounding pin from the power cord.
Piping must not be smaller than pump discharge. Avoid using extension cords or 2-prong adapter plugs.
When installed in a sewage system, the pipe must be Insert the piggyback plug that comes from the wide-angle
capable of handling semi-solids of at least 2" (51mm) in float switch directly into the power receptacle.
diameter. Insert the pump power cord directly into the back of the
When installed in an effluent system, the pipe must be piggyback plug.
capable of handling semi-solids of at least 3/4" (19mm) in Test the pump installation by filling the sump basin with
diameter. enough water to activate the pump and repeat this cycle until
The rate of flow in the discharge pipe must keep any solids satisfied with pump operation.
present in suspension in the fluid. To meet minimum flow
requirements (2 feet per second in the discharge line), size Electrical
the pipe as follows:
Hazardous voltage. Can shock, burn, or kill.
A Pipe Size Of: Will Handle a Flow Rate Of: When installing, operating, or servicing this pump, follow the
1-1/2" (38mm) 12 GPM safety instructions listed below.
2" (51mm) 21 GPM 1. DO NOT splice the electrical power cord.
2-1/2"(64mm) 30 GPM 2. DO NOT allow the plug on the end of the electrical cord
3"(76mm) 48 GPM to be submerged.
3. DO NOT use extension cords. They are a fire hazard and
In a sewage system use a 2" (51mm) check valve in pump can reduce voltage sufficiently to prevent pumping and/or
discharge to prevent backflow of liquid into sump basin. The damage motor.
check valve should be installed 12–18" (317–457mm) above the
pump discharge and be a free flow valve that will easily pass 4. DO NOT handle or service the pump while it is
solids. Be sure check valve installation complies with local codes. connected to the power supply.
In an effluent system use a 1-1/2" (28mm) check valve in pump 5. DO NOT remove the grounding prong from the plug or
discharge to prevent backflow of liquid into sump basin. modify the plug. To protect against electrical shock, the
power cord is a three-wire conductor and includes a 3-
NOTICE: For best performance of check valve when handling prong grounded plug. Plug the pump into a 3-wire,
solids, do not install it with the discharge more than 45° above grounded, grounding-type receptacle. Connect the pump
the horizontal. Do not install the check valve in a vertical according to the NEC or CEC and local codes.
position as solids may settle in the valve and prevent it from
opening on startup. For automatic operation, plug the pump into the piggy-back
switch plug. Plug the piggy-back switch plug into the outlet.
For continuous running, plug the pump directly into the outlet
(that is, bypass the piggyback switch plug).

CORD LIFT WARNING 1. Attempting to lift or support pump by power cord

WARNING can damage cord and cord connections.

2. Cord may pull apart, exposing bare wires with

possibility of fire or electrical shock.

3. Lifting or supporting pump by power cord will

void warranty.

Risk of electrical shock. 4. Use lifting ring or handle on top of pump for all
Can burn or kill. lifting/lowering of pump. Disconnect power to
Do not lift pump by pump before doing any work on pump or
power cord. attempting to remove pump from sump.

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Connect pump to its own individual branch circuit with no 3. Touch both flat prongs of the power cord to the leads of
other outlets or equipment in the circuit. Size fuses or circuit the VOM and observe the readings:
breakers according to the “Motor, Switch and Cord a. 230 Volt System - 0.8 to 1.1 ohms
Specifications” chart, Page 1. b. 115 Volt System - 1.6 to 1.8 ohms
Risk of electrical shock and fire. Can burn, Check Pump Ground
kill or cause property damage. Be sure that power supply 4. Set the meter to Rx100.
information (Voltage/ Hertz/Phase) on pump motor 5. Touch one lead to the grounding pin and the other lead
nameplate matches incoming power supply exactly. Install to one flat prong of the plug. Repeat for the other prong.
pump according to all electrical codes that apply. 6. Reading should be infinity for both prongs.
a. If the reading is anything other than infinity, the stator
OPERATION must be removed, dried and rechecked.
b. A reading of “0” indicates a dead short. Replace the
Risk of fire or explosion. Can cause severe stator.
personal injury, property damage or death. Do not use in
explosive atmospheres. Pump water only with this pump. Removing the Pump Housing
NOTICE: Do not allow the pump to run in a dry sump. It will (See “Disinfect the Pump”)
void the warranty and may damage the pump. 1. Remove the oil fill plug from the housing and drain the
An automatic overload protector in the motor will protect pump oil into a clean bucket. A milky appearance
the motor from burning out due to overheating/overloading. indicates that water has leaked into the oil. Replace
When the motor cools down, the overload protector will O-rings and/or seals.
automatically reset and start the motor. 2. Remove the three capscrews from the upper motor
If the overload trips frequently, check for the cause. It could housing and remove housing.
be a stuck impeller, wrong/low voltage, or an electrical failure NOTICE: Use caution not to damage the two motor leads
in the motor. If an electrical failure in the motor is suspected, that are attached inside the housing.
have it serviced by a competent repairman. 3. Remove the two motor leads from the cord plug and set
The pump is permanently lubricated. No oiling or greasing is aside.
required.
Removing the Impeller
Cycle the pump at least once every month to be sure that the
1. Remove the three capscrews and separate the volute
system is working satisfactorily.
from the seal plate.
NOTE: Any of the following will void the pump warranty: NOTICE: Loctite #277 is used to install the impeller during
1. Submerging, plugging, damaging or taping shut a vented assembly. Break this seal to remove the impeller. Use a
cord. plastic or rubber mallet to tap on pump components while
2. Pumping materials other than those the pump was holding the shaft with a screwdriver.
designed to pump or continuously pumping water hotter 2. Tap the impeller in a counterclockwise direction until it
than 120°F (49°C). comes free of the shaft.
3. Cutting or splicing a power cord or switch cord. 3. Remove the three screws and remove the motor housing
4. Anyone other than an authorized Hydromatic service from the seal plate.
technician dismantling the pump.
5. Removing the cord tag from the cord. Replacing Ceramic Seal
1. Insert a screwdriver under the rotating ceramic seal and
remove it.
SERVICE 2. Remove the two bolts holding the stator to the seal plate.
General 3. Tap the shaft and rotor assembly out.
NOTICE: The lower ball bearing will come out with the shaft
Hazardous voltage and risk of cord and rotor assembly.
damage. Can shock, burn, or kill. Before removing the
pump from the basin for service, always disconnect electrical 4. Tap out the stationary half of the seal from the top of the
power to the pump and the control switch. Do not lift the seal plate and wipe clean.
pump by the power cord. See the “Cord Lift Warning”, Page 2. 5. Coat the replacement seal with a thin coat of dielectric oil
and push the seal into the seal housing with a plastic
Disinfect the Pump dowel, carbon face out. Do not damage, scratch or mar
Place the pump in an area where it can be cleaned the carbon face of the seal.
thoroughly. Remove all scale and deposits on the pump.
Rotor Shaft and Bearing Replacement and Assembly
Submerge the complete pump in a disinfectant solution
(chlorox or chlorine bleach) for at least one hour before NOTICE: The replacement rotor must be of the same
disassembling the pump. manufacture as the existing rotor.
The pump motor housing contains a special lubricating oil 1. Push the new rotor shaft and bearing assembly into the
which should be kept clean and free of water at all times. seal plate.
2. Fasten the stator to the seal plate with the two long
NOTICE: Whenever the motor housing is being removed for
capscrews.
service, remove oil and replace it with new oil at reassembly.
Use only oil listed in parts list in this manual. When filling 3. Tighten the screws evenly and firmly in order to prevent
with new oil, DO NOT overfill. Fill with new oil so that the any misalignment of the rotor and stator.
surface of the oil is 1/4" above the motor windings. 4. Coat the new ceramic rotating seal with a thin coat of
dielectric oil and press into place on the rotor shaft with
Check Motor Windings the rubber ring facing the impeller.
1. Use a quality volt-ohm-meter (VOM) when performing
NOTICE: The ceramic seal must be kept clean. Any dirt will
these inspections.
cause the seal to fail.
2. Set the meter to Rx1.

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5. Make sure that the shaft is clean. Pump Disassembly
6. Hold the shaft with a screwdriver and start the impeller
on the shaft one or two turns.
7. Add a drop of Loctite #277 to the threads and screw the
impeller on the rest of the way hand tight.
The impeller will force the ceramic seal into position.
NOTICE: Excessive Loctite on the seal or bearing will cause
the shaft to seize.
8. Remove the old square-cut O-ring and install the new Capscrews
O-ring. Avoid rolling the O-ring into position; lubricate and
stretch the new O-ring to fit. Oil Fill
9. Install the seal plate on the volute with the three Plug
capscrews.
10. Fasten the motor leads inside the motor housing and Capscrews
tuck the wires up into the housing to prevent contact with
the rotor.
Motor Housing
11. Assemble the motor housing to the seal plate with three
capscrews.
Square-Cut O-Ring
12. Check for seal leaks by pressurizing the pump to 7 to 9
PSI. If air bubbles continue, recheck seals.
13. Fill the motor housing with high-grade transformer oil. Capscrews
14. Adjust oil level to at least 1/4" (6mm) above the motor
windings top plate or to the top of the stator.
NOTICE: Do not fill the motor housing completely. Allow air Seal Plate
space for expansion.
15. Replace the oil fill plug.
16. Recheck winding resistance before applying power. Shaft Seal
17. Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet and check the
pump operation. Motor should run smoothly and be free Impeller
of vibration.

Volute

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REPAIR PARTS LIST

Key Part Part
No. Description Qty Number
1 Cord 115V 10' 1 14623-010-1
1 Cord 115V 20' 1 14623-020-1
1 Cord 230V 20' 1 14623-220-1
• Cord Seal Ring 1 00139-014-1
2 Motor Housing 1 08507-013-5
3 Square-Cut O-Ring 1 00149-001-1
4 Motor 1 *
5 Seal Plate 1 14599-000-2
6A Seal Half, Stationary 1 05484-001-1
6B Seal Half, Rotating 1 05484-003-1
7 Impeller 1 08498-003-1
8 Volute 1 21612D000
9 Diaphragm Switch, 115V 10' 1 51752-403-7
9 Diaphragm Switch, 115V 20' 1 51752-404-7
• Wide Angle Float Switch, 115V 10' 1 13967-010-7
• Wide Angle Float Switch, 115V 20' 1 13967-020-7
• Wide Angle Float Switch, 230V 20' 1 13967-025-7
• Vertical Switch, 115V 10' 1 14105-000-5
• Vertical Switch, 230V 10' 1 14105-001-5
10 Handle 1 08522-006-1

* If motor fails, replace entire pump.

• Not Ilustrated

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TROUBLES-REMEDIES
Sudden Starts. If the power is on to the pump when thermal overload resets, the pump may start without
warning. If you are working on the pump, you may get an electrical shock or the impeller may catch fingers or tools.
Disconnect the power before servicing the pump.

A. Pump fails to operate: 1. Check to be sure that power cord is securely plugged into outlet or securely wired
into controller or switch box.
2. Check to be sure you have electrical power. Be sure that the piggyback plugs are
tight.
3. Check that liquid fluid level is high enough to activate switch or controller.
4. Check to be sure that 1/8" (3 mm) vent hole in discharge pipe is not plugged.
5. Check for blockage in pump inlet, impeller, check valve or discharge pipe.
6. Disconnect the pump from the power source for a minimum of 30 minutes to allow
the motor to cool and to protect yourself from sudden starts. See Warning above.
Check for the cause of overheating. Pump is running dry because the float switch
is caught up on something. Inlet pipe is plugged. Outlet pipe is plugged.
7. Motor windings may be open. Take unit to authorized service center.
B. Pump runs, but fails to 1. Be sure all valves in discharge pipe are fully open.
empty sump: 2. Clean out discharge pipe and check valve.
3. Check for blockage in pump inlet or impeller.
4. Pump not sized properly. A higher capacity pump may be required.
C. Pump will not shut off: 1. Check switch for proper operation and location.
See installation instructions for switch.
2. If pump is completely inoperative or continues to malfunction, consult your
local serviceman.
D. Pump run but fails to deliver 1. Check valve may be installed backwards. Be sure that the arrow on valve points in
water: the direction of flow.
2. Pump may be airlocked. Check vent hole in impeller housing.
E. Pump fuse blows or trips 1. Check fuse size.
circuit breaker: Motor runs for 2. Intake opening clogged. Obstructed impeller. Obstructed volute.
short time and stops: 3. Defective stator. Take unit to authorized service center.
F. Pump runs but delivers small 1. Start and stop pump several times by plugging and unplugging cord.
amount of water: 2. Clear vent hole in impeller cavity.

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 LIMITED WARRANTY
HYDROMATIC warrants to the original consumer purchaser (“Purchaser” or “You”) of HYDROMATIC Sump
Pumps, Effluent Pumps, Sewage Pumps (other than 2-1/2"), and Package Systems, that they will be free from
defects in material and workmanship for the Warranty Period of 36 months from date of manufacture.

Our warranty will not apply to any product that, in our sole judgement, has been subject to negligence,
misapplication, improper installation, or improper maintenance. Without limiting the foregoing, operating a
three phase motor with single phase power through a phase converter will void the warranty. Note also that
three phase motors must be protected by three-leg, ambient compensated, extra-quick trip overload relays of
the recommended size or the warranty is void.
Your only remedy, and HYDROMATIC’s only duty, is that HYDROMATIC repair or replace defective products
(at HYDROMATIC’s choice). You must pay all labor and shipping charges associated with this warranty and
must request warranty service through the installing dealer as soon as a problem is discovered. No request
for service will be accepted if received after the Warranty Period has expired. This warranty is not transferable.
EXCEPTIONS: Hydromatic Special Application Pumps, Battery Back-Up Sump Pumps, Filtered Effluent
Pumps, Grinder Pumps, and 2-1/2" Sewage Pumps are warranted for a period of 12 months from date of
purchase or 18 months from date of manufacture, whichever comes first.
HYDROMATIC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONTINGENT
DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES
SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on
the duration of an implied warranty, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to You. This warranty
gives You specific legal rights and You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
This warranty supersedes and replaces all previous warranty publications.

HYDROMATIC
740 East 9th Street, Ashland, OH 44805
Phone: 888-957-8677 • Fax: 888-840-7867 • Web Site: http://www.hydromatic.com