Pump is supplied with
3-conductor ground-
ing type cord. Connect only
to a properly grounded,
GFCI protected outlet. Do
not lift pump by electrical
cord. Unplug pump before
servicing.
Pump is non-sub-
mersible. Keep motor
dry at all times. Do not
wash motor. Do not im-
merse. Protect motor from wet weather.
If using an extension cord, use only a UL ap-
proved indoor/outdoor, 3-wire, grounding type
cord. Keep receptacle cord and ends dry at all times.
When priming, pump should produce water in
less than 10 minutes. If not, stop pump and re-
peat priming process.
If water is trapped in pump during operation, it
may turn to steam, leading to explosion and
burns. Never run pump with outlet shut off or
blocked.
NOTICE
Pump clean water only with this pump. To avoid clogging
pump and damage to shaft seal, do not pump water con-
taining solids, foreign material, silt, or abrasives. Always have
suction strainer installed when pump is operating. Failure to
use strainer may cause pump failure and void warranty.
Clean strainer and flush out pump after each use.
Make sure all hose and pipe connections in suction line are
tight. An air leak in suction line will prevent priming and re-
duce performance.
To prevent damage to pump materials, do not use pipe joint
compounds on pump ports. Use only teflon tape or Plasto-
Joint-Stik* to seal threads.
Tighten all piping to pump hand tight plus 1-1/2 turns only.
Overtightening may break pump and will void warranty.
*Lake Chemical Co., Chicago, Illinois.
LOCATION OF UNIT
Locate pump as near as possible (vertically) to water source,
to keep suction lift (distance from water to pump) as low as
possible. Place pump on a level support. Protect against ex-
cess moisture and flooding.
PIPING
Both suction and discharge ports are tapped for 3/4” pipe.
If using hoses, use hose to pipe thread adapter. Use only
pipe or reinforced hose for suction line. Install a strainer or
puddle gulper on end of suction line. Inspect and clean
strainer frequently (see Figure 1). Plastic pipe can be used
for all installations.
PRIMING/OPERATION
NOTICE:
Do not run pump dry. Running pump without
water can damage impeller and may damage seal, causing
leaking or flooding, and will void warranty.
All suction connections must be airtight. Make sure suction
lift is not more than 15 feet. Fill pump body through prim-
ing port before starting pump. Start pump; it should pump
water in under 10 minutes (depending on length of suction
hose and height of pump above water).
ELECTRICAL
Risk of dangerous or fatal electric shock.
Unplug pump before servicing it. Do not han-
dle pump or attempt to work on pump with
wet hands or while standing on wet or damp
floor.
Hazardous
voltage
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Figure 1: Typical Installation
Discharge line
hose or plastic pipe
Priming Plug
Hose adapter
or plastic pipe
adapter.
Suction line:
reinforced hose
or plastic pipe
Strainer (clean
frequently)
115 volt GFCI protected
grounded outlet box
operate pump
on 115 volt
current only!
WARNING
876 0993
WARNING
Hazardous voltage.
Can shock, burn, or
cause death.
Hazardous pressure.
Can cause explosion
and steam burns.
Read and follow safety
instructions in this
manual.
NOTICE:
• Pump suction port
must be 15' (4.6m) or
less above water levels.
• Max. water temp. is
120°F (49°C).
INSTALLATION
