Electrical Connections; Automatic Operation - Franklin Electric Little Giant 5-APCP Manuel D'instructions

NOTE: Become familiar with the Safety Guidelines section.
During the rainy season, you should check daily to see that
your pump is functioning properly. Also, if you experience high
winds, or excessive movement of the pool cover, be certain the
power supply cord has not been pulled onto the cover, and
that the pump is still upright, with the discharge hose properly
positioned. If you will be away from your pool for an extended
period, have someone periodically check your pump and verify
that everything is still functioning properly. Be sure to review
the SAFETY GUIDELINES and ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
sections with them.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

WARNING: Disconnect the electrical power before touching the
pump, discharge, or electrical plug when water is present in the
area. Failure to do so can result in serious bodily injury and/or
property damage. Always connect pump to grounded receptacle
(see SAFETY GUIDELINES).
WARNING: This pump is supplied with a 3-prong electrical plug.
The diaphragm switch is supplied with a 3-prong piggyback plug/
receptacle on the cord. The third prong grounds the pump to prevent
possible electrical shock hazard. Do not remove the third prong from
the plugs.
1. For automatic operation, plug the pump plug into the piggyback
receptacle, then plug the piggyback plug into a properly grounded
outlet. For manual operation, plug the pump plug directly into
properly grounded outlet. These connections are illustrated in
Figure 1.
2. A separate branch electrical circuit is recommended. The
electrical power required is 5 amps at 115 VAC.
3. Be sure that electrical connection cannot be reached by rising
water. Under no circumstances should the connection be located
where it may become flooded or submerged by water.
4. The switch cord contains a small, white breather tube that
extends out of the switch plug (Figure 1). Be sure the switch cord
is not pinched and that air flow in the breather tube is not
restricted. DO NOT allow water to enter into breather tube. Non-
restricted air flow is required for proper switch operation.
5. Test the pump after all electrical connections have been made.
Run water into area where pump is to be placed. Do not attempt
to run the pump without water; this could cause damage to the
pump. Fill the area to a normal ON level and allow the pump to
remove water to a normal OFF level.
OPERATION
WARNING: This pump is intended to remove water from your pool
cover to help prevent damage, but is not intended to be a life-saving
device to prevent drowning in cover water. Accumulated water does
present a potential drowning hazard and pool owner must take
actions to prevent this should the pump fail to operate.
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AUTOMATIC OPERATION: The water level switch, rated at 10 amps,
is activated by pressure against a diaphragm. This is caused by water
rising around the switch housing with the pump resting upright on the
base plate. This switch relies upon air to flow through a breather tube.
The switch causes the pump (plugged into piggyback plug) to come on
when the water level is approximately 2 - 3 inches deep. The pump should
remain running until the water level is approximately 1/2 to 1-1/2 inches
deep. NOTE: Temperatures near freezing may cause the ON level to go
as high as 4 inches, and the OFF level to be as high as 2 inches.
MANUAL OPERATION OR OTHER USES: This pump can be
operated manually by plugging its power cord directly into an outlet.
(See SAFETY GUIDELINES #3.) If the pump is used for something
other than pool cover water removal, the base plate can be removed
by removing the four screws that attach it to the pump base. Remove
the screen and then replace the screws to secure the screen to the
pump base. Keep the base plate; it is an important item, which helps
prevent the pump from tipping and causing malfunctions to the
switch, and must be in place when pump is used on a pool cover.
See SAFETY GUIDELINES and ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS before
converting the pump for other applications.
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
1. CAUTION: Before servicing the pump, disconnect it from electrical
service, unplug the power cord, remove the fuse, or turn off the
disconnect box.
2. The motor housing of the pump is completely sealed and requires
no service. Disassembly of the motor housing or alteration of the
power cord voids all warranty.
3. The motor is a continuous duty type sealed in oil with an automatic
thermal overload protecter device.
4. The pump can run against a restricted discharge such as a
fountain without damage to the pump.
5. Keep pump clean and in a well maintained condition at all times.
Pump should be thoroughly cleaned for summer storage. If the
pump becomes clogged, remove the four screws that secure the
plate to the pump and clean out the debris.
6. If necessary, remove the 6 screws holding the volute base to the
motor housing and clean the volute. These screws are located under
the base plate (item 7 on the replacement parts page). If the impeller
is removed make sure that a spacing of .050" with shaft pushed
toward housing is maintained when reassembling (Figure 2).
7. When reassembling be certain seal surfaces are clean and install
the seal ring between the volute base and the motor housing. The
base plate is a safety feature for pool cover applications to prevent
pump from falling over and causing switch malfunctions. Make
certain that the plate is in good condition and is properly secured
to the pump base. Torque the plate mounting screws to 8 in-lbs.
8. This pump does not require lubrication inside the motor enclosure.
The motor housing is filled at the factory with a dielectric oil for
motor heat transfer, and lifetime lubrication of the bearings. Use
of any other oil could cause damage and will void the warranty.
If oil escapes from the enclosure, disconnect power to the pump
and remove pump from application