BPLA
Introduction
This instruction sheet provides you with the information required to safely own and
operate your product. Retain these instructions for future reference.
The product you have purchased is of the highest quality workmanship and material, and has been engineered to give you
long and reliable service. These products are carefully tested, inspected, and packaged to ensure safe delivery and
operation. Please examine your item(s) carefully to ensure that no damage occurred during shipment. If damage has
occurred, please contact 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 PRODUCT.
KNOW THE PRODUCT’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
WARNING:
When attaching pump leads to battery terminals, be sure that the area is adequately ventilated to prevent an
explosion or fire from explosive or flammable vapors that may be present. Consult the battery manufacturer for additional
safety information.
Disconnect the pump from the power source before servicing or removing any component.
Do not use to pump flammable or explosive fluids such as gasoline, fuel oil, kerosene, etc. Do not use in explosive
atmospheres. Pump should only be used with liquids compatible with pump component materials.
Do not handle pump with wet hands or when standing on a wet or damp surface or in water.
Batteries emit explosive hydrogen gas. Avoid smoking, sparks, or open flame anywhere near the battery.
An explosion from the battery can cause blindness. Shield your eyes when working near the battery.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid. In case of contact with eyes, skin, or clothing, flush immediately with large amounts of
water and get medical attention.
Do not add acid or electrolyte to the battery.
Keep out of reach of children.
In any installation where property damage and/or personal injury might result from an inoperative or leaking pump due to
power outages, discharge line blockage, or any other reason, use a backup system(s) and/or alarm.
Support the pump and its piping when assembling and when installed. Failure to do so may cause piping to break, pump to
fall, motor bearing failures, etc.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
1.
Check the pump label for proper voltage required. Do not connect to voltage other than that shown.
2.
For proper motor protection, install a 2.0 amp fuse in the circuit.
3.
When using a battery as the power source, attach the red positive (+) lead wire to the positive (+) battery terminal,
then attach the black negative (-) lead wire to the ground (-) battery terminal. When disconnecting the pump, first
disconnect the black negative (-) lead wire from the ground (-) battery terminal, then disconnect the red positive (+)
lead wire from the positive (+) battery terminal.
4.
Refer to Table 1 for recommended minimum lead wire sizes.
OPERATION
CAUTION:
This pump is designed for intermittent use only (15 minutes on – 45
minutes off) with liquid no hotter than 160°F.
CAUTION:
The pump is cooled by pumping fluid. Do not let the pump operate dry; this can damage the seal and cause
motor failure.
NOTE:
This pump is designed to operate submerged or in-line. It can be placed in any position below the water level when
primed.
1.
For proper operation, connect the pump to a steady 12-volt DC power source or a 12-volt battery in good condition.
A low-voltage power source may cause critical overheating and premature failures. To avoid this, maintain proper
voltage and use recommended wire size during installation (Table 1).
2.
Use the hooded inlet plate for submersible operation. For in-line operation, remove the inlet plate mounting screws
and replace the hooded inlet plate with the threaded inlet plate. Make certain that the inlet O-ring seal is installed in
