WAPC250
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Auto On-Off Water Removal
Pool Cover Pump
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS & PARTS MANUAL
READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL - DO NOT DISCARD.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage, serious injury or death.
to be used in closed and covered pools only. Water accumulated on pool cover
can cause injury or death. Proper installation of pool cover pump and periodic
maintenance is recommended. Failure to follow COULD result in death or serious
injury.
1. Wear safety glasses at all times when working
with
pumps.
2. The unit MUST be plugged into a properly
grounded GFCI outlet. Consult with a qualified
electrician for proper installation of a GFCI OUTLET.
3. DO NOT MOVE, POSITION, RETRIEVE, OR CARRY PUMP
USING THE POWER CORD OR THE DISHCHARGE HOSE,
damage to the pump or power cord may occur. Use the
handle supplied on the pump or attach a string to the
strainer to position as instructed.
APPLICATION AND OPERATION
Do NOT use pump if any part of the housing
switch or probe is cracked, broken, or missing.
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 WILL result in
fatal electrical shock!
Electric shock hazard. Use only
Underwriters Laboratories (UL)- listed
extension cord with #16 gauge or larger wire that is labeled for
outdoor use. Use polarized grounding type plugs only. Polarized
plugs have one blade slightly wider than the other and can only be
inserted one way into the outlet. If using an extension cord, do NOT allow pump
cord/extension cord connection to fall into swimming pool or come in contact with
water. Pump/extension cord connection must be kept dry and away from moisture.
Do NOT handle plug connector near water. Failure to follow these instructions WILL
result in death or serious injury.
This unit is NOT designed for use
as a sump pump or in sump applications. 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 in.
NPT discharge connection size. Attach pipe
or fitting to the discharge or use the supplied
garden hose adapter/check valve.Thread the female end
of the garden hose to the male end of the garden hose
adapter/check valve.
DESCRIPTION
This portable, Auto On-Off Pool Cover pump is designed
for automatic removal of water, from a pool or spa cover.
The units are equipped with a 25 ft. 3-prong grounding type
power cord (WAPC250) or GFCI Protected Power Cord
(WAPC250G). The provided discharge check valve prevents
short cycling and it's 3/4 in. adapter can be used for
convenient attachment to a standard garden hose.
UNPACKING
Inspect this unit before it is used. Occasionally, products
are damaged during shipment. If the pump or components
are damaged, contact customer service at 1-800-237-0987.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
To help recognize this information, observe the following
signal words/hazard classifications.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to
potential bodily injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible harm.
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.
NOTE
: Note indicates information that requires special attention.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
GENERAL SAFETY
•
Read the manual(s) 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.
Keep away
from children!
This pump is NOT rated for use
with flammable/combustible liquids, vapors, or dusts. Do
NOT use to pump flammable/combustible liquids, vapors, or dusts. Do NOT use in a
flammable and/or explosive atmosphere. Pump SHOULD be used to pump clear water
ONLY. Failure to follow these instructions WILL result in bodily injury or death.
Electric shock hazard! GFCI
receptacles will provide protection against
line to ground faults only. The ground fault receptacle does NOT limit
the magnitude of fault current and will NOT prevent an electrical shock.
Replace damaged cord immediately.
Risk of electric shock. This pump
has
NOT been tested for use in 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. Pump is designed
© 2016 WAYNE/Scott Fetzer Company.
Do NOT disassemble or alter this
product in any way. Failure to follow
these instructions WILL result in serious injury or death.
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