SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before Getting Started
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Risk of severe injury or death by electrical shock.
• To reduce risk of electrical shock, disconnect power before working on or around the system. More than one dis
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connect switch may be required to de-energize the equipment before servicing.
• Wire pump system for correct voltage.
• Be certain that this pump is connected to a circuit equipped with a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) device if
required by code.
• Some pumps are 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. Do not
remove the third prong from the plug. The third prong is to ground the pump to help prevent possible electric
shock hazard.
• The pump includes a grounding connector. To reduce risk of electric shock, be certain that it is properly con
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nected to ground.
• Check local electrical and building codes before installation. The installation must be in accordance with their
regulations as well as the most recent National Electrical Code (NEC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Act
(OSHA).
• Do not use the power cord for lifting the pump.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• The pump should only be used with liquids compatible with pump component materials. If the pump is used
with liquids incompatible with the pump components, the liquid can cause failure to the electrical insulation sys
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tem resulting in electrical shock.
Risk of bodily injury, electric shock, or equipment damage.
• 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 unit or in the immediate vicinity.
• Equipment can start automatically. Lockout-Tagout before servicing equipment.
• An inoperative or malfunctioning pump could lead to flooding, resulting in personal injury or property damage.
• Operation of this equipment requires detailed installation and operation instructions provided in this manual.
Read entire manual before starting installation and operation. End User should receive and retain manual for
future use.
• Keep safety labels clean and in good condition.
• Keep work area clean, well-lit, and uncluttered.
• Wear safety glasses while installing or performing maintenance on the pump.
Risk of damage to pump or other equipment.
• Support pump and piping when assembling and when installed. Failure to do so may cause piping to break, pump
to fail, motor bearing failures, etc.
• Do not install the pump in a manner that will subject it to splashing or spraying.
• Periodically inspect pump and system components. Regularly check hoses for weakness or wear, making certain
that all connections are secure.
• Schedule and perform routine maintenance as required and in accordance with the Maintenance section of this
manual.