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Power-Flo Pumps & Systems • 877-24PUMPS • www.powerflopumps.com
PFSPPPP33 / PFSPCPC50 Series
Submersible Sump Pumps
General Safety Information
® Power-Flo is a registered trademark of Power-Flo Technologies Inc.
Alteration Rights Reserved. 3/15, 8/15, 4/16, 9/2020, 1/2021
Before installation, read the following
instructions carefully. Failure to follow
instruction and Safety information could
cause serious bodily injury, death and/or
property damage. Each Power-Flo pump is
individually factory tested to insure proper
performance. Closely following these
instructions will eliminate potential operating
problems, assuring years of trouble-free
service.
IMPORTANT - Power-Flo Pumps and
Systems is not responsible for losses, injury
or death resulting from failure to observe
these safety precautions, misuse, abuse or
misapplication of pumps or equipment.
Do not pump
flammable or explosive
liquids such as oil,
gasoline, kerosene,
ethanol, etc. Do not
use in the presence
of flammable or explosive vapors. Using
this pump with or near flammable liquids
can cause an explosion or fire, resulting in
property damage, serious personal injury,
and/or death.
ALWAYS disconnect
the power to the pump
before servicing.
Release all pressure and
drain all water from the
system before servicing any component.
Do not touch the
motor housing during
operation. The motor is designed
to operate at high temperatures.
Do not disassemble the motor
housing.
Do not handle the
pump or pump motor
with wet hands or when standing
on a wet or damp surface, or in
water before disconnect the power.
Secure the discharge
line before starting the
pump. An unsecured discharge line will whip,
possibly causing personal injury, and/or
property damage.
Extension cords may
not deliver sufficient
voltage to the pump motor.
Extension cords present a life
threatening safety hazard if
the insulation becomes damaged or the
connection ends fall into water. The use of
an extension cord to power this pump is not
permitted.
Wear safety goggles at
all times when
working with pumps.
These units are designed
for use on 115 volts
(single phase), 60 Hz, and is equipped
with an approved 3-conductor cord and
3-prong grounded plug. Do not remove the
ground pin under any circumstances. The
3-prong plug must be directly inserted into
a properly installed and grounded 3-prong,
grounding-type receptacle. Do not use this
pump with a 2-prong wall outlet. Replace
the 2-prong outlet with a properly grounded
3-prong receptacle (a GFCI outlet) installed
in accordance with the National Electrical
Code and local codes and ordinances. All
wiring should be performed by a qualified
electrician.
Protect the electrical
cord from sharp
objects, hot surfaces, oil, and chemicals. Avoid
kinking the cord. Do not use damaged or
worn cords.
Failure to comply with
the instruction and
designed operation of this unit may void the
warranty.
ATTEMPTING TO USE A DAMAGED
PUMP
can result in property damage, serious
personal injury, and/or death.
Ensure that the
electrical circuit to
the pump is protected by a 15 Amp, fuse or
circuit breaker.
Do not lift the pump
by the power cord.
Know the pump and its
applications,
limitations, and potential hazards.
IMPORTANT !
- Secure the pump to a solid
base. This will aid in keeping the pump in a
vertical orientation. This is critical in keeping
the pump operating at maximum efficiency.
It will also help prevent the pump from
clogging resulting in premature failure.
IMPORTANT !
- Periodically inspect the pump
and system components to ensure the pump
suction screen is free of mud, sand, and
debris. Disconnect the pump from the power
supply before inspecting.
Follow all local
electrical and safety
codes, along with the National Electrical Code
(NEC). In addition, all Occupational Safety
and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines
must be followed.
The motor of this pump
has a thermal protector
that will trip if the motor becomes too hot.
The protector will reset itself once the motor
cools down and an acceptable temperature
has been reached. The pump may start
unexpectedly if it is plugged in.
Ensure the electrical
power source is
adequate for the requirements of the pump.
IMPORTANT !
- This pump is made of high-
strength, corrosion-resistant materials. It will
provide trouble-free service for a long time
when properly installed, maintained, and used.
However, inadequate electrical power to the
pump, dirt, or debris may cause the pump to
fail.
WARNING:
CANCER AND REPRODUCTIVE HARM-
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