Safety Precautions
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
WARNING
Accidental contact with electrically live parts, items, fluid, or
water can cause serious injury or death.
Always disconnect pump(s) from power source(s) before
handling or making any adjustments to either the pump(s),
the pump system, or the control panel.
All installation and maintenance of pumps, controls,
protection devices, and general wiring shall be done by
qualified personnel.
All electrical and safety practices shall be in accordance with
the National Electrical Code
Health Administration, or applicable local codes and
ordinances.
Pump shall be properly grounded using its supplied
grounding conductor. Do not bypass grounding wires or
remove ground prong from attachment plugs. Failure to
properly ground the pump system can cause all metal
portions of the pump and its surroundings to become
energized.
Do not handle or unplug the pump with wet hands, when
standing on damp surface, or in water unless wearing
Personal Protective Equipment.
Always wear dielectric rubber boots and other applicable
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when water is on the
floor and an energized pump system must be serviced, as
submerged electrical connections can energize the water. Do
not enter the water if the water level is higher than the PPE
protection or if the PPE is not watertight.
Do not lift or carry a pump or a float assembly by its power
cord. This will damage the power cord, and could expose the
electrically live wires inside the power cord.
The electrical power supply shall be located within the length
limitations of the pump power cord, and for below grade
installations, it shall be at least 4 ft (1.22 m) above floor level.
Do not use this product in applications where human contact
with the pumped fluid is common (such as swimming pools,
fountains, marine areas, etc.).
Protect the power cord from the environment. Unprotected
power and switch cords can allow water to wick through ends
into pump or switch housings, causing surroundings to
become energized.
This pump is supplied with a grounding conductor and
grounding-type attachment plug. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, be certain that it is connected to a Ground
Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) receptacle that meets the
latest requirements per UL 943 including Auto-Monitoring or
Self-Test Function and Reverse Line-load Miswire Function –
Repeated.
WARNING
RISK OF FIRE
Do not use an extension cord to power the product.
Extension cords can overload both the product and extension
cord supply wires. Overloaded wires will get very hot and can
catch on fire.
This product requires a separate, properly fused and
grounded branch circuit, sized for the voltage and amperage
requirements of the pump, as noted on the nameplate.
Overloaded branch circuit wires will get very hot and can
catch on fire.
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Explosion hazard during installation. PVC cleaners, primers,
and cements can release explosive vapors. These
heavier-than-air vapors can accumulate in the tank. The heat
of soldering or sweating copper or other metal pipe can
ignite these vapors causing a violent explosion. If the unit is
to be connected to copper discharge or vent piping, all
solvent-welded PVC joints must be allowed to cure a
minimum of 24 hours. The access cover must be removed to
allow the tank to be thoroughly ventilated prior to sweating
copper pipe near the unit.
For cord replacement: power cord must be of the same
length and type as originally installed on the Liberty Pumps'
product. Use of incorrect cord may lead to exceeding the
electrical rating of the cord and could result in death, serious
injury, or other significant failure.
Do not use this product with or near flammable or explosive
fluids such as gasoline, fuel oil, kerosene, etc. If rotating
elements inside pump strike any foreign object, sparks may
occur. Sparks could ignite flammable liquids.
These pumps are not to be installed in locations classified as
hazardous in accordance with the National Electric Code
ANSI/NFPA 70.
RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
WARNING
Do not modify the pump/pump system in any way.
Modifications may affect seals, change the electrical loading
of the pump, or damage the pump and its components.
All pump/pump system installations shall be in compliance
with all applicable Federal, State, and Local codes and
ordinances.
Do not allow children to play with the pump system.
Do not allow any person who is unqualified, to have contact
with this pump system. Any person who is unaware of the
dangers of this pump system, or has not read this manual,
can easily be injured by the pump system.
Do not remove any tags or labels from the pump or its cord.
Keep clear of suction and discharge openings. To prevent
injury, never insert fingers into pump while it is connected to
a power source.
Do not use this product with flammable, explosive, or
corrosive fluids. Do not use in a flammable and/or explosive
atmosphere as serious injury or death could result.
California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more
information, go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
NOTICE
Model 404: Do not use pumps with fluid over 140°F (60°C).
Operating the pump in fluid above this temperature can
overheat the pump, resulting in pump failure.
Model 405: Do not use pumps with fluid over 180°F (82°C).
Operating the pump in fluid above this temperature can
overheat the pump, resulting in pump failure.
Do not dispose of materials such as paint thinner or other
chemicals down drains. Doing so could chemically attack and
damage pump system components and cause product
malfunction or failure.
Do not use pump system with mud, sand, cement,
hydrocarbons, grease, or chemicals. Pump and system
components can be damaged from these items causing
product malfunction or failure. Additionally, flooding can
occur if these items jam the impeller or piping.
Do not run dry.
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