Electrical / Operation / Service
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ELECTRICAL
Hazardous voltage. Can shock, burn, or cause death.
When installing,
operating, or servicing this pump, follow safety instructions listed below.
Step 1. DO NOT splice the electrical power cord.
Step 2. DO NOT allow electrical cord plug to be submerged.
Step 3. DO NOT use extension cords. They are a fire hazard and can reduce voltage
sufficiently to prevent pumping and/or damage motor.
Step 4. DO NOT handle or service pump while it is connected to power supply.
Step 5. DO NOT remove grounding prong from plug or modify plug.To protect
against electrical shock, the power cord is a three-wire conductor and
includes a 3-prong grounded plug. Plug pump into a 3-wire, grounded,
grounding-type receptacle. Connect pump according to electrical codes that
apply.
For automatic operation, plug or wire pump into an automatic float switch or pump
controller. Pump will run continuously when plugged directly into an electrical out-
let. Connect or wire pump to an individual branch circuit with no other outlets or
equipment in the circuit. Size fuses or circuit breakers according to chart below.
Risk of electrical shock and fire. Can cause severe personal injury,
property damage or death.
Be sure that power supply information (Voltage/
Hertz/Phase) on pump motor nameplate matches incoming power supply exactly.
Install pump according to all electrical codes that apply
.
Individual Branch Circuit
Dual Element Time
Model
H.P.
Voltage
Required (Amps)
Delay Fuse Amps
2961
4/10
115
15
10
OPERATION AND INSTALLATION
NOTICE:
Do not allow pump to run in a dry sump. It will void the warranty and may
damage the pump.
An automatic overload protector in the motor will protect motor from burning out
due to overheating/overloading. When motor cools down, overload protector will
automatically reset and start motor.
If overload trips frequently, check for cause. It could be a stuck impeller, wrong/low
voltage, or electrical failure in motor. If an electrical failure in the motor is suspected,
have it serviced by a competent repairman.
Pump is permanently lubricated. No oiling or greasing is required.
GENERAL
Hazardous voltage. Can shock, burn, or cause death.
Before removing
pump from basin for service, always disconnect electrical power to pump and con-
trol switch.
Risk of electrical shock. Can burn or kill.
Do not lift pump by the
power cord.
Submerge pump in a disinfectant solution (chlorox or chlorine) for at least one hour
before disassembling pump.
The pump motor contains a special lubricating oil which should be kept clean and
free of water at all times.
For parts or assistance, call Simer Customer Service at
1-800-468-7867 / 1-800-546-7867
