Safety
2
For parts or assistance, call Shur-Dri Customer Service at
1-800-535-4950
READ AND FOLLOW
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!
This is the safety alert symbol.
When you see this
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.
warns about hazards that
will
cause serious
personal injury, death or major property damage if
ignored.
warns about hazards that
can
cause serious
personal injury, death or major property damage if
ignored.
warns about hazards that
will
or
can
cause
minor personal injury or property damage if ignored.
The label
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.
Keep safety labels in good condition.
Replace missing or damaged safety labels.
DESCRIPTION
This non-corrosive pump, with reversible flow direction,
is designed to pump water only.
Risk of fire or explosion. Can cause severe
injury, property damage or death.
Do not
use in explosive atmospheres. Pump water only with this
pump.
SPECIFICATIONS
Liquid Temp. Range ........... 35° to 120° F (1.7° to 50° C)
NOTICE: Never
operate the pump for more than two
hours at a time.
Never
run the pump dry!
PERFORMANCE
DC MOTORS
1. DC motors must be connected to a fully charged
automotive, tractor or marine type battery of the
proper voltage.
2. Life expectancy of the motor is 500 to 1000 hours.
3. Keep the motor dry at all times.
For more information, see your retailer, or call Shur-Dri
customer service at 1-800-535-4950.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
1. This equipment is only for use with an automotive,
tractor or marine type battery fully charged to 12
Volts DC.
Electrocution Hazard. Hazardous volt-
age can shock, burn, or kill.
To reduce the risk of elec-
tric shock, disconnect the wiring before servicing.
Hazardous electrical current. Battery
current can cause severe burns and start a fire if the
battery is short circuited.
2. Know the pump application, limitations, and poten-
tial hazards.
3. Pump water only with this pump.
NOTICE:
This unit is not designed as a waterfall or
fountain pump, or for applications involving salt
water or brine! Use with waterfalls, fountains, salt
water or brine will void warranty.
Do not use where water recirculates.
Not designed for use as a swimming pool drainer.
4. Release all pressure within the system before servic-
ing any component.
5. Drain all water from the system before servicing.
6. Secure the discharge line before starting the pump.
An unsecured discharge line can whip, possibly caus-
ing personal injury and/or property damage.
7. Check hoses for weak or worn condition before each
use, making certain all connections are secure.
8. Periodically inspect the pump and system compo-
nents. Keep free of debris and foreign objects.
Perform routine maintenance as required. See the
Maintenance Section.
9. Provide a means of pressure relief for pumps whose
discharge line can be shut-off or obstructed.
10. Personal Safety:
a. Wear safety glasses at all times when working
with the pumps.
b. Keep work area clean, uncluttered and properly
lighted.
c. Keep visitors at a safe distance from the work
area.
d. Make the workshop child-proof – with padlocks,
master switches, and by removing starter keys.
11. When wiring a DC pump, follow all of the electrical
and safety codes that apply.
12. All wiring is to be 12 gauge stranded copper wire that
is:
A. Water resistant
B. Oil resistant
C. Flame resistant
NOTICE:
This pump is equipped with a Permanent
Magnet Type 12 Volt Reversible DC motor. Be sure it
is connected properly as illustrated for the direction
of flow indicated by the arrows on the pump case
(see Figure 1, Page 3).
GPH (LPH) AT TOTAL FEET (M) OF LIFT
Model
0’ 10’
20’
40’
45’
No.
(0)
(3m)
(6.1m) (12.2m) (13.7m)
450
390
300
130
0
SD-108
(1703)
(1476)
(1135)
(492)
(0)
