Safety
Important Safety Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains
important instructions that should be followed during
installation, operation, and maintenance of the product.
Save this manual for future reference.
This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this
symbol on your pump or in this manual, look for one of
the following signal words and be alert to the potential
for personal injury!
indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE addresses practices not related to personal injury.
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this
manual and on pump .
Keep safety labels in good condition.
Replace missing or damaged safety labels.
1. Read these rules and instructions carefully. Failure to
follow them could cause serious bodily injury and/or
property damage.
2. Check your local codes before installing. You must
comply with their rules.
WARNING
Hazardous voltage. Can
shock, burn, or cause death.
Ground pump before
connecting to power supply.
Disconnect power before
working on pump, motor
or tank.
For parts or assistance, call Flotec Customer Service at 1-800-365-6832
Wire motor for correct
voltage . See "Electrical"
section of this manual
and motor nameplate .
Ground motor before
connecting to
power supply .
Meet National Electrical
Code, Canadian
Electrical Code, and
local codes for
all wiring .
Follow wiring
instructions in this
manual when
connecting motor to
power lines .
3. Vent sewage or septic tank according to local codes.
4. Do not install pump in any location classified as
hazardous by National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
80-1984 or the Canadian Electrical Code.
5. Do not run the pump dry. Dry running can overheat
the pump, (causing burns to anyone handling it) and
will void the warranty.
6. The pump normally runs hot. To avoid burns when
servicing pump, allow it to cool for 20 minutes after
shut-down before handling it.
7. The pump is permanently lubricated. No oiling
or greasing is required in normal operation. For
overhaul, see instructions under Service.
Hazardous voltage . Can shock, burn, or
kill. During operation the pump is in water. To avoid fatal
shocks, proceed as follows if pump needs servicing:
• Disconnect power to outlet box before
unplugging pump.
• Take extreme care when changing fuses. Do
not stand in water or put your finger in the
fuse socket.
• Do not modify the cord and plug. Plug into a
properly grounded outlet only.
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