Table of Contents
Table of Contents .......................................................... 2
Safety Information ......................................................... 2
Precautions ..............................................................................2
Limitations ...............................................................................2
Electrical Safety .......................................................................3
Overload Protection .................................................................3
Warranty ......................................................................... 3
Additional Limitations ..............................................................4
Notice to Consumer .................................................................4
Safety Information
PRECAUTIONS
1.
Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for future
reference.
2.
Before installation, clear the sump basin of any water,
debris, or sediment.
3.
Do not cut off the ground pin or use an adapter fitting.
4.
Do not use an extension cord.
5.
The pump power cord should be connected to a separately
fused, grounded line with a minimum capacity of 12 A. It can
be connected to a non-fuse breaker at the recommended
amperes.
6.
Installation and electrical wiring must adhere to
state/provincial and local codes and must be completed
before priming the pump. Check appropriate community
agencies, or contact local electrical and pump professionals.
7.
The voltage of the power supply must match the voltage of
the pump.
8.
ABS, PVC, galvanized steel, copper or pipes of other material
are recommended for use with the pump. Should you use
the hose todischarge material ensure the pump is secured
and centered in the sump pit. All piping must be clean and
free of all foreign matter to prevent clogging.
9.
The pump will be inadequate if suspension liquids contain
solid particles larger than 3/4 in.
LIMITATIONS
This pump is suitable to pump rain water and also can be used
both for permanent and temporary installation. The pump can be
placed in a sump pit to pump rain water containing suspended
solid particles 3/4 in. or less in diameter.
Pre-Installation .............................................................. 4
Installation Requirements ........................................................4
Materials Required (not included) ............................................5
Installation ..................................................................... 6
Operation ....................................................................... 7
Care and Cleaning ........................................................ 7
Troubleshooting ............................................................ 8
DANGER: Keep pump equipment out of the reach of
children! Failure to follow the directions given could cause
serious risk to individuals or objects.
WARNING: Warnings indicate to the operator that the
failure to follow an instruction may damage the pump
and/or the system.
WARNING: Before installing or servicing this pump, be
certain the power source is disconnected.
WARNING: Before servicing a pump, always shut off the
main power breaker and then unplug the pump. Make sure
you are not standing in water and are wearing insulated
protective sole shoes, under flooded conditions. Contact
your local electric company or a qualified licensed
electrician for disconnecting electrical service prior to pump
removal.
WARNING: These pumps come with a grounding type
attachment plug. For maximum safety, connect the pump to
a circuit equipped with a fault interrupter device when
positioning the pump's grounding wire.
WARNING: The sump basin must be installed in
accordance with local plumbing codes. These sump pumps
are not designed for and CANNOT be installed in locations
classified as hazardous.
WARNING: The following may cause severe damage to
the pump and will void the warranty:
(a) Using an extension cord
(b) Cutting off the ground pin or using an adapter fitting
(c) Working on pump or switch while plugged in
(d) Removing motor housing, unscrewing impeller, or
otherwise removing impeller seal
(e) Running the pump continuously
(f) Pumping chemicals or corrosive liquids
(g) Pumping gasoline or other flammable liquids
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