Franklin Electric Little Giant BE Series, Instruction Manual

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BEFORE GETTING STARTED
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL, OPERATE, OR SERVICE YOUR PRODUCT. KNOW THE PRODUCT’S APPLICATION, LIMITATIONS,
AND POTENTIAL HAZARDS. PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS BY OBSERVING ALL SAFETY INFORMATION. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD
RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE!
Refer to product data plate(s) for additional operating instructions and specifications.
This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this
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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:
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DANGER
warns about hazards that will cause serious personal injury, death or major property damage if ignored.
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WARNING
warns about hazards that can cause serious personal injury, death or major property damage if ignored.
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CAUTION
warns about hazards that will or can cause minor personal injury or major property damage if ignored.
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NOTICE
indicates special instructions which are important but not related to hazards. Carefully read and follow all safety
instructions in this manual and on pump.
W A R N I N G W A R N I N G
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this manual and on pump.
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WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK - This pump is supplied with a grounding conductor and grounding-type attachment plug.
To reduce risk of electric shock, be certain that it is connected only to a properly grounded, grounding-type receptacle. Disconnect power before servicing.
This equipment should be installed by technically qualified personnel. Failure to install it in compliance with national and local electrical codes
and within Franklin Electric recommendations may result in electrical shock or fire hazard, unsatisfactory performance or equipment failure.
FOR DUAL VOLTAGE MOTORS: Voltage change instructions are located on motor label or on wiring access cover.
This equipment must not be used by children or persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities, or lacking in experience and expertise,
unless supervised or instructed. Children may not use the equipment, nor may they play with the equipment or in the immediate vicinity.
If the power cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by qualified personnel.
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CAUTION
• Keep work area clean, well-lit, and uncluttered.
• Keep safety labels clean and in good condition.
• Wear safety glasses while installing or performing maintenance on pump.
• Do not run pump dry. Fill pump with water before starting or pump will be damaged.
• Make sure all ELECTRICAL POWER IS OFF before connecting any electrical wires.