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INTRODUCTION
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This instruction sheet provides you with the information required
to safely own and operate your Little Giant pump. Retain these
instructions for future reference.
The Little Giant pump you have purchased is of the highest quality
workmanship and material, and has been engineered to give you
long and reliable service. Little Giant pumps are carefully tested,
inspected, and packaged to ensure safe delivery and operation.
Please examine your pump carefully to ensure that no damage
occurred during shipment. If damage has occurred, please
contact the place of purchase. They will assist you in replacement
or repair, if required.
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL, OPERATE, OR SERVICE YOUR
LITTLE GIANT PUMP. KNOW THE PUMP’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!
DESCRIPTION
The TE-5.5-MDQ-SC is a magnetic drive aquarium pump designed
to move water through an aquarium filtration system. The pump
is designed to be installed external to the aquarium and filtration
system, and is usually mounted below the aquarium in the cabinet
that houses the filtration system (Fig. 1).
The pump’s motor is thermally protected. The pump head parts
are made of glass-filled polypropylene. The spindle shaft and
thrust washers are ceramic. The impeller-driven magnet is coated
ceramagnet A (barium ferrite) type ceramic with a carbon bushing.
The O-ring seals are Viton®.
The pump is supplied completely preassembled and pretested
from the factory. The power cord is not included.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
DANGER:
To avoid possible electric shock, take special care
when using aquarium equipment.
Do not use to pump flammable or explosive fluids such as
gasoline, fuel oil, kerosene, etc. Do not use in explosive
atmospheres. Pump should be used with liquids compatible with
pump component materials.
The motor base of this pump could reach 140° F. When installing
the pump, be certain that the mounting surface can withstand this
temperature; otherwise, use a protective insulation between the
surface and the base.
Do not handle pump with wet hands or when standing on a wet or
damp surface, or in water.
In any installation 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, use a
backup system(s) and/or alarm.
Support the pump and piping when assembling and when
installed. Failure to do so can cause piping to break, pump to fail,
motor bearing failures, etc.
During normal pump operation, the motor case could reach 150° F;
however, the motor is thermally protected to prevent excessive heat
from damaging the unit.
If the pump falls into the water, DO NOT reach for it! Disconnect
it from power, then retrieve it. If electrical components of the
pump get wet, remove power from the pump immediately (non-
submersible equipment only).
Carefully examine the appliance after installation. Do not apply
power if there is water on parts not intended to be wet.
Do not operate the pump if it is malfunctioning or if it is dropped
or damaged.
Closely supervise any children near the pump when it is in use.
Unplug the pump from the outlet when not in use, before removing
or installing parts, and before cleaning.
Do not use the pump for anything other than its intended use.
Do not install or store the pump where it will be exposed to
the weather or to temperatures below freezing. This can cause
cracking or distortion that can destroy the pump.
If the pump is mounted on a tank, ensure that it is securely
installed before operating it.
Read and observe all notices on the pump.
Do not attempt repairs yourself. Return the pump to Little Giant or
an authorized service center.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Refer to the schematic on the motor nameplate for 115V and 230V
wiring connections.
MAGNETIC DRIVE
AQUARIUM PUMP
MODEL
TE-5.5-MDQ-SC
Franklin Electric Co., Inc.
P. O. Box 12010
Oklahoma City, OK 73157-2010
405.947.2511 • Fax: 405.947.8720
www.LittleGiantPump.com
DRIP LOOP
ANNEAU DE SECURITE
LAZO DE GOTEO
DRIP LOOP
ANNEAU DE SECURITE
LAZO DE GOTEO
AQUARIUM
AQUARIUM
ACUARIO
AQUARIUM
AQUARIUM
ACUARIO
FILTERS
FILTRES
FILTROS
PUMP
POMPE
BOMBA
PUMP
POMPE
BOMBA
SUMP
PUISARD
SUMIDERO
INTERNAL OVERFLOW AREA
SECTEUR INTERNE DE
SURPLUS
ÁREA INTERNA DE
CAPACIDAD EXCESIVA
INTERNAL OVERFLOW AREA
SECTEUR INTERNE DE SURPLUS
ÁREA INTERNA DE CAPACIDAD EXCESIVA
BIO
BIO
BIO
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