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Zoeller Ejector Pump M-267 0.5HP

 

Zoeller Ejector Pump M-267 0.5HP



Description

 

May be used in those states where codes do not restrict solids size in effluent systems.

Features:

  • Float operated, submersible (NEMA 6) 2-pole mechanical switch
  • Durable cast construction, ASTM Class 25 cast iron, switch case and pump housing
  • Cast iron base on models 267 and 268
  • Engineered plastic base on model 266
  • Non-Clogging Vortex Impeller Design. Engineered plastic impeller with metal inserts on models 266, 267 & 268 (1 PH).
  • Not affected by materials normally found in drainage and sewage pumps
  • Stainless steel screws, bolts, handle, guard and arm and seal assembly
  • Neoprene square ring & gasket
  • Oil-filled, hermetically sealed motor
  • Oil lubricated bearings
  • Carbon and ceramic shaft seal
  • Passes 2" spherical solids
  • 2" NPT discharge
  • On point: 12" (automatic units); Off point: 4" (automatic units)
  • Corrosion resistant powder coated epoxy finish
  • Completely submersible
  • Watertight and dust tight
  • Automatic reset thermal overload protection (1 Phase only)
  • Reserve powered design. For unusual conditions a reserve safety factor is engineered into the design of every Zoeller pump.

 

Specs

 

Type:

Automatic

Application:

Sewage

Sewage Waste Transfer

Effluent

Material:

Cast Iron

Horse Power:

1/2

Voltage:

115V

Amperage:

10.4

Phase:

1

RPM:

1725

Cord Length:

10'

Cord Type:

UL Listed, 3-Wire Neoprene Cord & Plug

Height:

14-9/32"

Features:

w/ Plastic Impeller

Flow at 5 FT Head:

128 GPM

Flow at 10 FT Head:

89 GPM

Flow at 15 FT Head:

50 GPM

Approvals:

UL/CSA

Weight (lbs):

47.5 lbs

Discharge:

2"

Solids Size:

2"

Shutoff Head (ft.):

21.5'

 

 

Product Details

 
Brand   ZOELLER     Manufacturer Part Number M267
HP 1/2
Rated Voltage    115V AC
Phase - Pumps   1
Amps   10.40
Motor Type   Hermetically-Sealed; Oil-Filled
Body Material     Cast Iron
Impeller Material   Thermoplastic
Shaft Seal Material - Pumps    Carbon; Ceramic
Switch Actuation     Vertical Float
Switch Electrical Connection   Integral
On Point   12 in
Off Point  5 in
Flow Rate @ 10 Ft. of Head   85 gpm
Flow Rate @ 15 Ft. of Head   45 gpm
Flow Rate @ 20 Ft. of Head   10 gpm
Max. Diameter Solids   2 in
Min. Sump Pit Dia.   18 in
Body Dia.   13-1/16 in
Overall Height   14-9/32 in
Cord Length   10 ft
Discharge   2 in FNPT
Max. Liquid Temp.   130 °F
Max. Head   21.5 ft
Duty Cycle   Continuous
Thermal Protection   Yes
RPM   1,725 RPM
Agency Compliance   CSA Certified; UL Listed
Manufacturers Warranty Length   3 yr
UNSPSC   40151517
Country of Origin   USA (subject to change)

 

   

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