Safety • Specifications
Important Safety
Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual
contains important instructions that should be
followed during installation, operation, and
maintenance of the product.
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This is the safety alert symbol. When you
see this symbol on your pump or in this manual,
look for one of the following signal words and
be alert to the potential for personal injury!
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indicates a hazard which, if not
avoided,
will
result in death or serious injury.
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WARNING
indicates a hazard which, if not
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result in death or serious injury.
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CAUTION
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indicates a hazard which, if not
avoided,
could
result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
addresses practices not related to
personal injury.
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions
in this manual and on pump.
Keep safety labels in good condition. Replace
missing or damaged safety labels.
California Proposition 65 Warning
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WARNING
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This product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
or birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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This unit is not designed as a waterfall
or fountain pump, or for applications involving
salt water or brine! Use with waterfalls,
fountains, salt water or brine will void warranty.
Do not use where water recirculates.
Not designed for use as a swimming pool
drainer.
NOTICE
Read this Owner's Manual for
installation, operation, and safety information.
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WARNING
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Risk of electric shock.
Can shock,
burn or kill. To reduce the risk of hazardous
or fatal electrical shock, follow instructions A
through D, below:
A. This pump has an approved 3-conductor
power cord with 3-prong, grounding-type plug.
Connect the pump only to a properly grounded,
3-prong outlet. If the sump pump circuit has
a 2-prong outlet, replace it with a grounded
3-prong outlet installed according to code.
B. Unplug the pump before handling or servicing
it. If your basement floor is wet, turn off all
power before walking on it. If the shut-off box
is in the basement, call your electric company
or hydro authority to shut off service to the
house, or call your local fire department
for instructions. After turning off the power,
remove the pump for service.
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C. Protect the electrical cords from sharp objects,
hot surfaces, oil, and chemicals. Avoid kinking
the cords. Replace damaged or worn cords.
D. Do not lift the pump by the power cord.
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CAUTION
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Risk of burns.
Modern motors may
run hot. Allow 20 minutes to cool before handling.
1. Know the pump application, limitations, and
potential hazards.
2. Do not use this pump in water with fish present,
If any oil leaks out of the motor it can kill fish.
3. Drain the system completely before
servicing it.
4. To prevent a flexible discharge line from
whipping, which could cause injury or damage,
fasten it down before starting the pump.
5. Before each use, check any hoses in the system
for weakness or wear. Make certain that all
connections are tight.
6. Periodically inspect the sump, the pump,
and the piping for debris and foreign objects.
Perform routine cleaning as required.
7. Personal Safety:
a. Wear safety glasses at all times when working
with pumps.
b. Keep your work area clean, uncluttered and
properly lighted; put away all unused tools
and equipment.
c. Keep visitors at a safe distance from the
work area.
d. Make workshop chi Id-proof with padlocks and
master switches. Remove any starter keys.
8. This pump installation must meet all applicable
laws, codes, and ordinances.
Tools Required:
Pipe wrench, Strap Wrench, or Slip-Joint Pliers,
Hacksaw, Screw Driver, File or Sandpaper
Materials Required:
1-1/2" ABS or PVC Pipe with Cement to match
Threaded Adapter (Pipe to Pump)
Check Valve - Purchase a check valve that goes
in the discharge line or in the pump discharge.
If your check valve does not have a 1 /8" anti
airlock hole, drill one in the discharge pipe just
below the check valve. Be sure to install the
check valve so that the flow will be
away
from
the pump.
Specifications
Power supply ....... 11 SV, 60 HZ., 15 Amp Circuit
Liquid Temp. Range .......... .32
°
F to 70
°
F(0
°
-21
°
C)
Individual Branch Circuit Required (min.) ... 15 Amps
Discharge .............................. 1-1/2" Female NPT
This pump is designed for use in a residential
sump only. Pump water only with this pump.
cor parts or assistance, call Simer Customer Service at
800-468-7867
