Installation
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PUMP INSTALLATION
1. Remove debris and foreign material etc., from sump
to prevent clogging.
2. Place pump on smooth, level surface. Use building
blocks or bricks to elevate pump screen a minimum
of 2" (50.8 mm) above mud, sand or loose stones.
3. Locate pump in centre of pit so pump housing and
float control will not come in contact with side of
pit and create operational problems.
4. Slip connector hose over pump discharge. Install
and tighten first clamp.
5. Place second clamp loosely over connector hose.
6. Slip connector hose over discharge pipe. Clamp
hose tightly with second clamp. Run discharge pip-
ing to nearest outlet, depending on local plumbing
codes. Discharge piping should be as short as possi-
ble to reduce pipe friction loss. Discharge pipe
diameter should be equal to or larger than dis-
charge size of pump. Smaller pipe diameters will
restrict capacity of pump and reduce performance.
7. Securely anchor flexible discharge line if used. If
line is not secure, pump may tip during operation.
AUTOMATIC FLOAT SWITCH
1. Install pump following installation and operating
instructions.
2. Automatic float switch is sealed and factory adjust-
ed for most home sumps. Turn-on water level is
10 - 12" (254 - 305 mm) above pump base. Turn-off
water level is 4 - 6" (102 - 152 mm).
3. Be sure float clearance is at least 8" (203 mm). For
best performance, sump diameter must be 14" (356
mm) and sump depth must be 18" (457 mm).
4. Plug piggyback switch cord into 115 V AC outlet.
Then, plug pump into piggyback switch cord.
NOTE:
Minimum recommended turn-off level is 2"
(50.8 mm) above pump base.
Do not allow cord to interfere with float control
motion or to drape over pump motor. With electri-
cial tape, secure cord to discharge pipe for cord
protection.
OPERATIONAL CHECK
AUTOMATIC FLOAT SWITCH
1. Fill sump with 12 - 14" (305 - 356 mm) of water to
check operation and tightness of connections.
During first automatic cycle, it may take 30 seconds
or more before pump is primed and pumping. Turn-
on will occur approx. 11" (279 mm) above pump
base.
2. Check turn-off position. Turn-off will occur approx.
5" (127 mm) above pump base.
3. If the pump does not operate, check for:
• an obstructed float switch
• a blown fuse
• proper voltage
030 0893
3"
(76 mm)
NOTICE:
Switch tether is factory set at 3" (76 mm) for sump use.
DO NOT change tether length.