INSTALLATION MANUAL
MAINTENANCE
ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PUMP FROM POWER SUPPLY
before installing, servicing or making any adjustments.
LET PUMP COOL FOR A MINIMUM OF 2 HOURS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO SERVICE. Submersible pumps contain oil that
become pressurized and hot under normal operating conditions.
1. Submersible pump models have permanently lubricated
bearings and require no additional lubrication.
2. The pump should be inspected 3-4 times per year for
pump movement or buildup of debris on the switch or fl oat.
Reposition pump if it has moved. Remove any debris that
could interfere with the operation of the switch.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptoms
Possible Cause(s)
1. Water level too low
Pump will not
2. Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker
start or run
3. Low line voltage
4. Motor
5. Switch
6. Inlet screen clogged
7. Switch obstruction
1. Back-flow of water from discharge
pipe
Pump starts and
2. Switch
stops too often
3. Check valve not functioning
properly or leaking
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DO NOT SUBMERGE PEDESTAL MOTOR or allow motor to
be exposed to water.
3. Submersible pump may contain dielectric oil for cooling.
4. The pump motor is equipped with automatic resetting
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD. Extension cords could
present a safety hazard if not sized properly, become damaged or
the connection falls into the sump. If receptacle is not within reach
of the pump's power cord, contact a qualifi ed licensed electrician
to install a new receptacle.
Suggested Remedies
1. Water must be at the appropriate level to activate switch
2. If blown, determine cause and then either replace with proper
sized fuse or reset breaker
3. Contact an electrician
4. Replace pump
5. Replace switch
6. Remove debris
7. Remove obstruction to ensure free motion of switch
1. Install check valve
2. Replace switch
3. Remove and examine check valve for prop er in stal la tion and
free operation. Replace check valve if necessary.
Printed on 100% Recycled Paper
Dielectric oil can be harmful to the environment. Follow
state environmental laws when disposing of oil.
thermal protector and may restart unexpectedly.
Protector tripping is an indication of motor overloading as
a result of operating the pump at low heads, excessively
high or low voltage, inadequate wiring, incorrect motor
conditions, or a faulty motor or pump.