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 or property damage if ignored:
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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.
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DANGER
DO NOT USE TO PUMP FLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVE FLUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE, FUEL OIL, KEROSENE, ETC. DO NOT USE IN
EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES OR HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS AS CLASSIFIED BY THE NEC, ANSI/NFPA70. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING CAN RESULT IN
PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. DO NOT HANDLE A PUMP OR PUMP MOTOR WITH WET HANDS OR WHEN STANDING ON A WET OR
DAMP SURFACE, OR IN WATER. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING CAN RESULT IN FATAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK. PUMP SHOULD ONLY BE USED WITH
LIQUIDS COMPATIBLE WITH PUMP COMPONENT MATERIALS.
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WARNING
Make certain that the unit is disconnected from the power source before attempting to service or remove any
component. If the power disconnect is out of sight, lock it in the open position and tag it to prevent unexpected application of power.
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WARNING
This equipment should be installed and serviced by technically qualified personnel. Comply with national and local
electrical and plumbing codes when installing this unit. Failure to install it in compliance with national and local electrical and plumbing codes and within
Franklin Electric’s recommendations may result in electrical shock or fire hazard, unsatisfactory performance, or equipment failure. Installation information
is available through pump manufacturers and distributors, or directly from Franklin Electric at our toll-free number 1-800-701-7894.
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.
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CAUTION
In any installations where property damage and/or personal injury might result from an inoperative or leaking pump due
to power outages, discharge line blockage, or any other reason, a backup system(s) and/or alarm should be used.
• Keep work area clean, well-lit, and uncluttered.
• Keep safety labels clean and in good condition.
• Do not run pump dry. For optimal cooling and to prolong the motor life,
the liquid level being pumped should normally be above the top of the
pump housing.
• Wear safety glasses while installing or performing maintenance on pump.
• Make sure all
ELECTRICAL POWER IS OFF
before connecting any electrical
wires. Wire sump pump system for correct voltages. Follow all pump
wiring instructions provided in the “Wiring” section of this manual
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W A R N I N G
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