INTRODUCTION
This instruction sheet provides you with the information required
to safely own and operate your Little Giant pump. Retain these
instructions for future reference.
The Little Giant pump you have purchased is of the highest quality
workmanship and material, and has been engineered to give you
long and reliable service. Little Giant pumps are carefully tested,
inspected, and packaged to ensure safe delivery and operation.
Please examine your pump carefully to ensure that no damage
occurred during shipment. If damage has occurred, please con-
tact the place of purchase. They will assist you in replacement or
repair, if required.
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL, OPERATE, OR SERVICE YOUR
LITTLE GIANT PUMP. KNOW THE PUMP’S APPLICATION,
LIMITATIONS, AND POTENTIAL HAZARDS. PROTECT
YOURSELF AND OTHERS BY OBSERVING ALL SAFETY
INFORMATION. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE
INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY
AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE!
SAFETY GUIDELINES
Your pump is an electrical product and caution should be used
when handling the pool cover pump or its electrical cord. Small
children or pets may require restraining devices to prevent them
from entering wet areas surrounding the pump or its power supply
connections.
When installing this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions
should always be followed, including the following:
1.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children
to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all
times. This pump should not be used to drain the pool or spa
cover if there are people in the water. This pump has been
investigated for draining swimming pool or spa covers only.
2.
WARNING:
Risk of electric shock. Connect only to a ground-
ing type receptacle protected by a ground-fault circuit inter-
rupter (GFCI). Contact a qualified electrician if you cannot
verify that the receptacle is protected by a GFCI.
3.
WARNING:
Do not bury cord. Locate cord to minimize contact
with lawn mowers, hedge trimmers, and other equipment.
4.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, replace
pump that has a damaged cord immediately.
5.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use
extension cord to connect unit to electric supply; provide a
properly-located outlet.
6. Never pump chemicals or corrosive liquids with this pump.
This could damage the integrity of the enclosure and cause
an electrical short. This pump has been evaluated for use with
water only.
7. Never pump gasoline or other low flash point fluids with this
pump. Explosion or fire could result. This pump has been
evaluated for use with water only.
8. If service is required, proceed carefully. The pump and sur-
rounding areas may be covered with water. Never plug or
unplug the device while standing in wet or damp surfaces. If
necessary, remove power at the breaker panel or have certi-
fied electrician remove power before attempting to service.
Serious or fatal shocks could result if proper procedures are
not followed.
a) Disconnect the power at the main electrical service box by
switching the appropriate circuit breaker or removing fuse.
In applications where screw type fuses are used, remove
only with one hand while other hand or torso are free from
contact with anything. Do not stand in water and do not
touch any other conductive surfaces.
b) Remove pump cord plug only after the power to the supply
outlet has been removed. See Service Instructions before
proceeding.
9. Remove pump when conditions will cause water to freeze.
Freezing water may result in rupture to pump and could result
in possible electrical short.
PUMP SPECIFICATIONS
VOLTS
AMPS
WATTS
GALLONS PER HOUR
SHUT-OFF
1'
3'
5'
115
1.1
58
500
400
300
8'
INSTALLATION
Do not energize pump (connect to power source) until pump is
properly located on pool cover.
Be certain electrical outlet to be used meets the requirements
of the National Electrical code, as well as local electrical codes,
including grounding and GFCI protection. Also verify that outlet
is properly sized and located for this pump. Your installation may
require a certified electrician or plumber. See ELECTRICAL sec-
tion.
If necessary, check your plumbing codes to verify that final instal-
lation will be in compliance with their requirements.
1. Remove the pump from the carton and install the hose adap-
tor to the pump discharge.
2. Connect a garden hose to the hose adaptor. The free end of
the discharge hose must be secured so that it cannot blow
back onto the pool cover in high wind.
3. Gently lower pump onto the pool cover by holding on to
the garden hose. Be certain that you do not pull power cord
plug onto pool cover. Use garden hose to position pump on
the pool cover. It is recommended that two people position the
pump. One person should hold onto electrical cord plug while
second person positions pump at desired location on pool
cover. Once in position, the pump is ready for testing. See
ELECTRICAL section.
NOTE:
Become familiar with the SAFETY GUIDELINES. During
the rainy season, you should check daily to see that your pump is
functioning properly. Also, if you experience high winds or exces-
sive movement of the pool cover, be certain that the power supply
cord has not been pulled onto the cover and that the pump is still
oriented with the discharge hose properly positioned. If you plan
to be away from your pool for extended periods of time, it is rec-
ommended that a friend or neighbor periodically check your pool
cover pump and verify that everything is still functioning properly.
Be sure to review the SAFETY GUIDELINES and ELECTRICAL
sections with them!
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PCP550
POOL COVER
PUMP
Franklin Electric Co., Inc.
P. O. Box 12010
Oklahoma City, OK 73157-2010
888.956.0000 • Fax: 405.947.8720
www.LittleGiantWater.com