Operating Instructions & Parts Manual
RUP160
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352001-001 8/09
© 2009 Wayne Water Systems
Submersible
Utility Pump
General Safety Information
CalIfORnIa PROPOSItIOn 65
This product or
its power cord may
contain chemicals, including lead, known
to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
GeneRal Safety
• Read all manuals included
with this product
carefully. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls
and the proper use of the
equipment. Follow all instructions.
• Only persons well acquainted with
these rules of safe operation should
be allowed to use the unit.
Do not
pump
flammable or explosive
fluids such as gasoline, fuel
oil, kerosene, etc. Do not
use in a flammable and/or explosive
environment. Pump only clear water.
Personal injury and/or property damage
will result.
Risk of
electric
shock! This pump has not
been tested for use in
swimming pool or marine
areas. Never place pump in pools while
people are in the water.
Do not
handle
pump with wet hands or
when standing in water or on
a damp surface.
Risk of
electric
shock! This pump is supplied
with a grounding conductor
and grounding type attachment
plug. Use a grounded (GFCI) receptacle to
reduce the risk of fatal electrical shock.
Description
This portable, submersible utility pump
is designed for non- automatic use in
water. The units are equipped with a 9
ft. 3-prong grounding type power cord.
The discharge fitting is designed for
convenient attachment to a garden hose.
Unpacking
Inspect this unit before it is used.
Occasionally, products are damaged
during shipment. If the pump or
components are damaged, return
the unit to the place of purchase for
replacement. Failure to do so could
result in serious injury or death.
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Safety Guidelines
This manual contains information
that is very important to know and
understand. This information is
provided for SAFETY and to PREVENT
EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help
recognize this information, observe the
following symbols.
Danger indicates an
imminently
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
WILL result in death or serious injury.
Warning indicates a
potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
COULD result in death or serious injury.
Caution indicates a
potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
MAY result in minor or moderate injury.
Notice indicates
important
information, that if not followed, may
cause damage to equipment.
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Information that requires special
attention.
MANUAL
1. Wear safety glasses at all
times when working with
pumps.
2. It is required that this unit be
plugged into a Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI). Consult a local
electrician for installation and
availability.
3. Do not use the power cord or
discharge hose to carry or handle the
pump. Damage to the power cord
or discharge hose may occur. Use the
handle supplied on the pump.
Installation and Operation
Always disconnect
electric supply
before attempting
to install, service, relocate or perform
any maintenance. If the power source is
out of sight, lock and tag in open (off)
position to prevent unexpected power
application. Failure to do so could result
in fatal electrical shock!
This unit
is not
designed for use in septic
tanks or underground vaults
to pump raw sewage or effluents. Never
use in hazardous or explosive locations.
1. This pump has been designed with
1-1/4 NPT discharge size. Connect pipe
or fitting to the discharge threads or
connect the supplied garden hose
elbow fitting to the pump. Thread
the female end of the garden hose to
the male discharge on the pump.
2. To reduce leakage between the
pump and the hose, place a hose
washer (not included) on the garden
hose before installing to the pump.
