SFA Sanidouche / Sanishower / Sanipump Installation and User Manual
Product Overview
This document provides installation, operation, and maintenance instructions for SFA Sanidouche, Sanishower, and Sanipump wastewater lifting stations. These pumps are designed for efficient and reliable removal of wastewater from domestic premises.
Important Safety Information & Warnings
This pump is manufactured in a factory certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, ensuring high standards of performance, safety, and reliability when installed and used correctly according to this manual.
WARNING: This device is not intended for use by persons (including children) with limited physical, sensory, or mental abilities, or those with minimal experience and knowledge, unless they are supervised and provided with necessary instructions by a responsible person. Ensure children do not play with the device.
Applications
These pumps are designed to evacuate domestic wastewater, excluding toilet waste. Models like SANIVITE®, SANISPEED®, and SANIPUMP 2® are suitable for wastewater from sinks, washing machines, dishwashers, showers, and bathtubs. SANIDOUCHE®/SANIPUMP 1® and SANISHOWER® FLAT/SANIDOUCHE® FLAT are designed for wastewater from showers, sinks, and bidets.
The appliance conforms to EN 12050-2 and European standards for electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility.
Installation
The unit must be installed in the same room as the connected sanitary facilities and must be accessible for inspection and service.
Installation and operation must comply with local regulations and the EN 12056-4 standard.
To optimize soundproofing:
- Install the unit to avoid contact with walls.
- Place the unit on a perfectly flat floor to ensure anti-vibration mounts function correctly.
- Fix discharge pipes properly, with fastenings no more than one meter apart.
Electrical Connection
Electrical connection should only be made after all plumbing connections are finalized. This must be carried out by a qualified electrician. The unit requires a 220-240V, 50 Hz supply (UK specification) and must be connected to a fully earthed electrical supply, wired into a fused connector (5 amp fuse). Ensure the electricity is turned OFF at the main switchboard before wiring. Special tools may be required.
Commissioning
After electrical and plumbing connections are made, check all seals and connections for watertightness. Verify the discharge pipework and sanitary appliance connections.
Maintenance
WARNING: If away for a long period, turn off the main water supply to the WC served by the unit.
Care of Your Unit: To remove scale and clean the pump, use a household descalent, such as SANIFLO Cleanser/descalent.
Fault Finding and Remedies
In all cases, disconnect the pump from the power supply before performing any work.
| Symptom | Probable Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Motor does not activate | • Unit not plugged in
• Power supply not active or defective
• Motor or control system defect | • Plug in the unit
• Check power supply
• Contact an approved repair agent |
| Motor intermittently activates | • Connected sanitary devices are leaking
• Non-return valve is faulty | • Check upstream installation
• Clean or replace non-return valve |
| Motor runs normally but does not stop or runs for a long time | • Installation height/length exceeds specification or has too many bends
• Hydraulic problem or blockage | • Check installation
• Contact an approved repair agent |
| Unit stops | • Unit has been running for too long (thermal cut-out) | • Wait for reset, then contact an approved repair agent if necessary |
| Soiled water returns to shower (units with side inlets) | • Shower installed too low relative to the pump
• Hinged side inlet discs are clogged | • Check installation
• Clean the hinged discs
• Contact an approved repair agent |
Technical Specifications & Diagrams
Model: D60
Conformity: EN 12050-2
Power: 220-240 V ~ 50 Hz, 250 W, 1.3 A
Protection: IP44
Class: Class 1
Weight: 3.5 KG
Diagrams:
- Installation Scenarios: Diagrams illustrate typical pump installations below sinks and showers, showing water flow and pipework requirements. One diagram shows a pump connected to a sink, with a bucket for testing.
- Pipe Diameters & Gradients: Key dimensions are indicated, including Ø 40mm for inlets/outlets, Ø 22/32 mm, and Ø 32/40 mm for discharge pipes. A 3% slope is recommended for discharge pipes. Maximum vertical lift is 4m.
- Parts & Assembly: A list of included parts (A-H) with quantities is provided, along with step-by-step assembly instructions showing how to connect various pipe components using clamps and tools.
- Installation Clearances: Minimum clearances are specified: 14.5 cm, 40 cm mini, 12 cm mini.
- Exploded View: An exploded view diagram shows the internal components of the pump unit, with numbered parts for identification.
- Performance Graph: A graph illustrates the relationship between flow rate (L/min) and head (m).
- Maximum Limits: Diagrams indicate maximum installation heights and distances: 4m, 10m, 20m, 30m, 40m.
Warranty
The appliance is guaranteed for two years from the date of purchase, provided it is installed and used in accordance with this manual. Failure to comply may void the warranty.
Warning: Do not dispose of solvents, paints, caustic soda, acids, or other chemical products into the connected sanitary appliances.
Contact Information
For service and support, please refer to the contact details provided for your region:
- France: SFA, 8, rue d'Aboukir - 75002 Paris, Tél. +33 1 44 82 39 00
- United Kingdom: SANIFLO Ltd., Howard House, The Runway, South Ruislip Middx., HA4 6SE, Tel. +44 208 842 0033
- Ireland: SANIRISH Ltd, IDA Industrial Estate, Edenderry - County Offaly, Tel. + 353 46 9733 102
- Australia: SANIFLO (Australasia) Pty Ltd, Unit 9/10, 25 Gibbes Street, Chatswood NSW 2067, Tel. +61 298 826 200
- Germany: SFA SANIBROY GmbH, Waldstr. 23 Geb. B5-63128 Dietzenbach, Tel. (060 74) 30928-0
- Italy: SFA ITALIA spa, Via del Benessere, 9, 27010 Siziano (PV), Tel. 03 82 61 81
- Spain: SFA SL, C/ Vinyalets, 1 - P.I. Can Vinyalets, 08130 Santa Perpètua de Mogoda - Barcelona, Tel. +34 93 544 60 76
- Portugal: SFA, Lda., Sintra Business Park, ed.01-1°P2710-089 Sintra, Tel. +35 21 911 27 85
- Switzerland: SFA SANIBROY AG, Vorstadt 4, 3380 Wangen a. A., Tel. +41 (0)32 631 04 74
- Benelux: SFA BENELUX B.V., Voltaweg 4, 6101 XK Echt (NL), Tel. +31 475 487100
- Sweden: SANIFLO AB, BOX 797, S-191 27 Sollentuna, Tel. +46 (0)8-404 15 30
- Poland: SFA POLAND Sp. z o.o., ul. Kolejowa 33, 05-092 Łomianki/Warszawa, Tel. (+4822) 732 00 32
- Russia: SFA РОССИЯ, 101000 Москва, Колпачный переулок 9а, Тел. (495) 258 29 51
- Czech Republic: SFA-SANIBROY, spol. s r.o, Na Košince č.ev. 681-180 00 PRAHA 8 - Libeň, Tel. +420 266 712 855
- Romania: SFA SANIFLO S.R.L., Strada Leonard Nicolae, nr. 2A, Timişoara 300454, Tel. +40 256 245 092
- Turkey: SFA SANIHYDRO LTD ŞTİ, Mecidiye Cad No:36-B Sevencan APT, 34387 MECIDIYEKÖY - ISTANBUL, Tel: +90 212 275 30 88
- China: SFA 中国, 上海市静安区石门二路333弄3号振安广场恒安大厦27C (200041), Tel. +86(0)21 6218 8969
- Korea: www.SFA.biz, sales@saniflo-korea.kr
For service information, visit: www.sfa.biz