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SAFETY INFORMATION (CONTINUED)
CAUTION:
Before using the pump, check the hose for holes or excess wear, which could cause
leaks, and ensure the hose is not kinked or making sharp angles. A straight hose allows the pump to
move the greatest amount of water quickly.
CAUTION:
Check that all hose connections are tight to minimize leaks.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Installing batteries:
a. To install new batteries, remove the top cover
(1) of the pump (A) by turning the handle
counterclockwise.
b. Remove the battery compartment (2).
c. Insert three alkaline “D” cell batteries (3; not
included) in position as indicated on the battery
compartment (2).
d. Replace the battery compartment (2) and lock
the top cover (1) back on top of the pump (A) by
turning clockwise.
Note:
Lubricate the black O-ring (4) at the top of the
pump (A) with petroleum jelly (sold separately) to make it
easier to put the cover (1) back on.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
Do not run the pump dry. Operating the pump without water will cause damage to
seals and will cause the pump to fail, thereby voiding the pump’s warranty.
Notice:
Make certain you unwind the hose (1) completely. Kinks in the hose will restrict the pump,
preventing it from priming, which is the fi rst step to pumping water. The water level must be at
1-1/4 in. for the pump to prime and operate.
1. Place the pump (A) in the water you wish you pump
out and position the hose (1) so that it is free of kinks.
Ensure the pump (A) is in an area that is free from
debris to prevent clogging.
CAUTION:
To avoid airlock (fl ow stoppage), place the
pump in water before turning on. If the pump must be turned
on before being submerged, it may take 10 - 30 seconds
for the water to begin to fl ow (allowing the pump to clear
airlock).
Note:
If you want the pump (A) to fl oat, remove the fi lter
screen (2) on the bottom of the pump. The pump
will then fl oat in an upright position. This is ideal for
pumping water out of an area that has debris at the
bottom or areas where the depth to be pumped is
longer than the hose length.
Note:
The maximum discharge height (head) is 36 in. (3 ft.).
Note:
A garden hose (not included) can be threaded onto
the discharge hose if water needs to be pumped
further away.
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