Submersible Trash Pump
Instructions for
Operation • Safety • Warranty
This submersible trash pump handles
sand, solids, leaves, algae and other
debris up to
3
/
8
" x 1" in size. Ideal for
waterfalls where algae and leaves
are a problem, recirculating systems
where solids removal is needed,
dewatering applications where sand
and sludge are being pumped, or any
other dirty or clean water application
where a high quality, continuous duty
pump is needed. Pump includes a 2"
MPT discharge, 115v motor, 20' power
cord and two year limited warranty.
Installation:
• Do not paint casing as overheating may occur
• Lift only by handle - not by power cable
• Do not hang water pump in water
• Install on a solid fl at base in upright position
• Install proper outlet adapter for pipe or hose
• Discharge end of pipe or hose must be above water
level
• Make sure that power cable plug and power outlet are
away from water, water discharge pipe or hose
Operation:
• Turn off power supply or circuit breaker before con-
necting power cable plug
• Do not start operation with people standing near in-
take or outlet
• Do not operate when suspended in air
• Use pump only for circulation, transfer or removal of
water or waste water
• Do not pump oil, salt water or chemical liquids
Safety:
• Use dedicated power outlet only
• Sharing the outlet with other equipment may cause
over heating and fi re
ETP05 • ETP10
• Install in accordance with all applicable safety regula-
tions
• Installation to be performed by qualifi ed electrician
• Do not use without proper grounding or electrical
shock may occur
Power Cord:
• Do not use an extension cord
• Never submerge connecting power cable in water
• Do not tamper with the power cord
• Do not use adapter that is not grounded
• Make sure power cable does not become bent, twisted,
abraded or cut
• Do not allow power cable to come in contact with
heated surface
• Damaged cable may cause electric leakage, shock or
fi re
Caution:
• Do not allow dry operation
• Do not allow foreign objects to enter intake
• In case of power outage, turn off power switch to
avoid damage when power resumes
• If excessive vibration occurs turn off power immedi-
ately
Protection System:
The motor has a built in protection system which stops
the pump when overheating occurs, due to excessive
load. Load could be caused by clogging at inlet or outlet
and when a fl uctuation in the power supply occurs.
Water Level:
• Never operate below minimum water level which is 6"
above base level (about half way submerged)
• Continuous operation water level is at least 14" above
base level (submerged)
• Operate for a maximum of thirty minutes if water
level is between 6" and 14"
