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INSTALLATION MANUAL
Figure 3: Effl uent Pump in Septic Tank
1. This installation must be in accordance with the National
Electric Code and all applicable local codes and ordinances.
2. For sump applications, follow typical sump installation
instructions. For effl uent applications, continue to step 3.
3. Clean the basin of all debris.
4. Set the pump on a solid, level surface. Do not place pump
directly on clay, earth, gravel or sand. A brick or block may
be installed under the pump to provide a solid base.
5. Verify the fl oat switch has at least 1 inch clearance to the
side wall of the basin and is free to move throughout its
movement.
6. If optional control device or fl oat is used, follow mounting
instruction supplied with device or fl oat.
7. Install discharge plumbing according to local, regional and
state codes. Do not reduce the discharge pipe size below
that which is provided on the pump.
8. Drill a 1/8 in. “weep” hole in the discharge pipe 1 in.
above the pump discharge. Water stream will be visible
from the hole when the pump is running. The hole must
be cleaned periodically.
9. Install a union to allow easy removal of the pump for
cleaning and service.
10. Install a check valve (required) to prevent back-fl ow. It
should be installed above the union.
11. A gate valve or ball valve should be installed above the
check valve as required by local, regional or state codes.
12. Connect remaining discharge pipe. The remainder of
the discharge line should be as short as possible with a
minimum number of turns.
13. Secure cords to discharge pipe to prevent possible
switch entanglement. Use cable or zip ties to secure the
power cords.
14. Connect pump power supply cord to a properly grounded
receptacle.
15. Fill the basin with water. The pump will start when the
water level has reached the switch-on level. Verify the
pump is operating normally.
16. Install cover
TYPICAL EFFLUENT INSTALLATION
1. Discharge Outlet Pipe
7. Septic Tank
2. Junction
Box
8. Effl uent Pump
3. Pump/Switch Wires
9. Brick or Block
4. Union
10.
Discharge
Pipe
5. Effl uent Inlet Pipe
11. Check Valve
6. Switches
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3
4
6
9
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