Ion
®
Technologies SH50
Submersible Sump Pump
OPERATION MANUAL
Dated: 05/20/2016
Document Name: SH50_OM
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Thank you for purchasing your Ion
®
Technologies
pump. To help ensure years of trouble-free operation,
please read the following manual carefully.
CAUTION:
Read these safety warnings first
before installing, servicing, or operating any
pump.
Before Installation
This manual contains important information for the
safe use of this product. Read this manual completely
and follow the instructions carefully. Reasonable care
and safe methods relating to the installation and
operation of this product should be practiced. Check
local codes and requirements before installation.
WARNING:
Risk of Electrical Shock or
Electrocution. May result in serious injury or
death or fire hazard. Installer must disconnect all
electrical sources prior to installation, handling or
servicing. Only qualified personnel may install this
system. NFPA 70/National Electric Code (NEC) or
local codes must be followed. System must be properly
grounded according to NEC. Do not lift pump by power
cord.
WARNING:
Risk of Asphyxiation. Installer(s)
and/or service personnel must use proper
personal protective equipment and follow OSHA 29
CFR 1910.146 or OSHA 29 CFR 1926. Pump may be
installed in a location classified by as a confined space.
WARNING:
Risk of Fire or Explosion. Do not
smoke or use open flames in or around this
system. This system is not intended for use in
hazardous locations per NFPA 70 National Electric
Code. Do not pump flammable liquids. Consult factory
for optional equipment rated for hazardous location
use.
WARNING:
Cutting Risk. Risk of serious
cutting or amputation exists. Disconnect all
power sources prior to servicing pump. Pump may
start without warning.
CAUTION:
Do not modify the cord and plug.
When using the cord and plug, plug into a
grounded outlet only. When wiring to a system control,
connect the pump ground lead to the system ground.
CAUTION:
Do not run the pump dry. Dry
running can overheat the pump (causing burns
to anyone handling it) and will void the warranty.
CAUTION:
The pump normally runs hot. To
avoid burns, allow it to cool for 30 minutes after
shutdown before handling it.
Submersible sump pumps are not approved
for use in swimming pools, recreational water
installations, decorative fountains or any installation
where human contact with the pumped fluid is
common. Pump designed to be installed in a sump or
wet location where drainage collects.
DO NOT THROW AWAY OR LOSE THIS MANUAL.
Keep it in a safe place so that you may refer to it often
for the continued safe operation of the product.
These important instructions must be followed for
satisfactory performance of your pump. Before
installation, check your local electrical and plumbing
codes.
1. Provide proper sump. Minimum sump diameter
is 18″.
2. Make sure sump is free of string, cloth, nails,
gravel, etc. before installing pump.
3. Do not set pump directly on the bottom of sump
if it is not solid. Raise the pump by placing bricks
or concrete blocks underneath it.
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