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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
SWS Systems
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Jet Pump Water System
Please read and save these instructions. Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install,
operate or maintain the product described. Protect yourself and others by observing all safety
information. Failure to comply with instructions could result in personal injury and/or property
damage! Retain instructions for future reference.
© 2017,
WAYNE/Scott Fetzer Company.
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REMINDER: Keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty purposes! Attach it to this manual or file it for safekeeping.
3. Drain all liquids from the system before servicing.
4. Periodically inspect pump and system components. Perform
routine maintenance as required (See Maintenance).
5. Personal Safety:
a. Wear safety glasses at all times when working with
pumps.
b. Keep work area clean, uncluttered and properly lighted -
replace all unused tools and equipment.
c. Keep visitors at a safe distance from work area.
d. Make the workshop childproof use padlocks, master
switches and remove starter keys.
6. Do NOT pump chemicals or corrosive liquids. Pumping these
liquids shortens the life of the pumps seals and moving parts
and WILL void the warranty. Pump only clear water.
7. When installing pump, cover the well to prevent foreign
matter from falling into well and contaminating the water and
damaging internal mechanical pumping components.
8. Always test the water from the well for purity before use.
Check with local health department for test procedure.
9. Complete pump and piping system MUST be protected
against below freezing temperature. Freezing temperatures
could cause severe damage and void the warranty.
10. Do not run the pump dry or damage will occur and will void
warranty.
Risk of electrical shock! This pump is designed for
indoor installation only.
Risk of Electrical Shock! All wiring SHOULD be
performed by a licensed or certifi ed electrician.
11. Before installing the pump, have the electrical circuit
checked by a licensed or certified electrician to make sure
the circuit is properly grounded.
12. Make sure the line voltage and frequency of electrical current
supply agrees with the motor wiring.
13. Do NOT attempt repairs to the electric motor. All repairs to
the motor must be completed by a licensed electrician.
Do NOT touch an operating motor. Modern motors are
designed to operate at high temperatures.
14. Avoid kinking electrical cord and protect from sharp objects,
hot surfaces, oil and chemicals. Replace damaged or worn
cords immediately.
15. Keep fingers and foreign objects away from ventilation and
other openings. Do NOT insert any objects into the motor.
Risk of electric shock! NEVER connect the green (or
green and yellow wire) to a live terminal!
16. To reduce the risk of electrical shock. The motor must be
securely and adequately grounded for protection against
shock.
17. Use wire of adequate size to minimize voltage drop at the
motor.
DESCRIPTION
Shallow well jet pumps are single stage domestic water pumps
designed for pumping potable water in applications where the
water is located less than 25 feet vertically from the pump. A
pressure switch is a standard feature. The shallow well pump
can be mounted to either a pre-charged, conventional type or
free standing pressure tank.
UNPACKING
After unpacking the jet pump, carefully inspect for any damage
that may have occurred during transit. Check for loose, missing
or damaged parts.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
This manual contains information that is very important to know
and understand. This information is provided for SAFETY and
to PREVENT EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help recognize this
information, observe the following symbols.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if NOT avoided, WILL result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if NOT avoided, COULD result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if NOT avoided, MAY result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates important information, that if NOT
followed, MAY cause damage to equipment.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
This product contains a chemical that is known to the
State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
GENERAL SAFETY
1. Read the instruction manual included with the product
carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the
proper use of the equipment.
2. Know the pump application, limitations and potential
hazards.
ALWAYS install a pressure relief valve to match the
system pressure rating and the maximum flow rate.
Do NOT use to pump flammable or explosive fluids
such as gasoline, fuel oil, kerosene, etc. Do NOT use
in explosive atmospheres. Pump only clear water. Failure to follow this warning
WILL result in personal injury and/or property damage.
Disconnect power and release all pressure from
the system before attempting to install, service,
relocate or perform any maintenance. Lock the power disconnect in the open
(OFF position. Tag the power disconnect to prevent unexpected application of
power.