Whale WD1815 Mode D'emploi

Thank you for purchasing this Whale® product.
For over 60 years, Whale has led the way in the design and manufacture of freshwater and waste systems including:
pumps, plumbing, faucets and showers for low voltage applications. The company and its products have built a
reputation for quality, reliability and innovation backed up by excellent customer service.
1. SPECIFICATION
Product Code
Flow Rate (per min)
Voltage
Recommended Fuse Size
Weight
Inlet / Outlet Size
Handset Connections
Pressure Switch Settings
Semi Rigid Pipe Work System Connections
Additional Fittings(included)
Materials In Contact With Liquid
Service Kits
Minimum Wire Size
Maximum Head
Maximum Lift
2. PRINCIPALS OF OPERATION
The Washdown kit uses the Whale saltwater pump to provide a high power cleaning solution for boats. The Saltwater
pump provides smooth constant flow and is designed to run dry without damage. The pump is suitable for pumping
both saltwater and freshwater and is self priming up to 3m (10 ft).
3. TO THE USER
Read the following carefully before use.
4. TO THE FITTER
Check that the product is suitable for the intended application, follow these installation instructions and ensure all
relevant personnel read the points listed below. Also ensure that these operating instructions are passed on to the
end user.
5. APPLICATION
The Whale® Washdown Kit is designed for installation in recreational marine vessels only for salt or freshwater use.
Two versions are available that allow for operation with either 12 V d.c. or 24 V d.c. electrical supply only. If it is
intended for use for any other purpose or with any other liquid, it is the user's responsibility to ensure that the pump
is suitable for the intended use and, in particular, that the materials are fully compatible with the liquids to be used.
6. WARNINGS
1. This pump must not be mounted below the water line when connected to an intake below the water line.
2. Not suitable for pumping flammable liquids, diesel, chemicals etc.
3.
This pump is not intended for damage control.
4. With all applications it is important that a system of safe working practice is applied to installation, use and
maintenance. Ensure the water system is drained and electric supply is turned off before installation. In
order to secure the unit, ensure that the mounting surface is a minimum thickness of 19mm (¾")
(when fitted with the screws supplied).
Saltwater Washdown Kit
WD1815 / WD1825
WD1815
18 lts (4.8 US gals)
12 V d.c.
12 amp automotive
2.9 kg (6.4 lbs)
3/4" Male Thread
"Click fit" trigger handset
Snap-in joint with flow lock / Dry link coupling
3 bar (45 psi)
For Whale Quick connect 15mm use WX1542B
3/4" flexible hose adapters x 2
1/2" flexible hose adapters x 2
Glass filled Polypropylene, Santoprene, Nitrile, Stainless Steel
AK1316 - Replacement head service kit
AK1329 - Replacement Strainer / AK1317 - Micro Switch
2.5mm² (16 AWG)
WD1825
24 V d.c.
8 amp automotive
3m (98ft)
3m (10ft)
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