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SAFETY FIRST
CAUTIONS AND GENERAL SAFETY
This manual contains important information concerning the installation, operation and maintenance of the Solidsvac Pump, Model
SV20-SP. To prevent injury to personnel or equipment damage, this manual should be read and understood by those responsible for the
installation, operation and maintenance of the equipment.
• Isolate, tag out and disconnect the air supply to the unit prior to working on any part of the system
• Lift the equipment only at the lifting points provided
• The pump should be installed in a safe level area, which provides adequate access for operating the equipment
• Ensure all hoses are in good condition, correctly rated and certified for the service in which they are to be used
• Inspect the unit regularly for damaged or worn components
• All covers must be fitted prior to operation
• Air Pressure should NEVER exceed the rated pressure
• Tie down points (if fitted) must NOT be used as lifting points
1. Operational Overview
The Solidsvac SV20-SP operates as a shuttle system alternately
discharging, then loading a wide range of flowable materials
Operation is fully automatic and the Solidsvac SV20-SP features
no internal workings, high vacuum and pressure discharge
where suction of up to 50 metres and discharges of up to 350
metres are achievable.
2. Design Registration
The Solidsvac SV20-SP has a Certificate of Plant Design
Registration from Workcover NSW, Australia. A copy of which
may be obtained by contacting Solidsvac Pumps.
DESIGN REGISTRATION # PV-6-198163/16
Technical Standards
• AS2971-2007 Serially Produced Pressure Vessels
• AS4343-2005 Pressure Equipment – Hazard Levels
• AS1210-1210 Pressure Vessels
PRIOR TO OPERATING THE Solidsvac Pump
a. Ensure optimum air supply is 100cfm @ 690 kPa (100 psi)
b. It is recommended that a 25 mm (1”) i.d. air hose is used for compressed air supply to the pump
c. The pump-out discharge line should be a minimum of 50 mm (2”) diameter
WARNING: The pump-out line MUST be secured at the exit point
CAUTION: Be aware of retained material in the tank increasing total weight
