Installation Instructions | EWP10 |
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Water Powered
Back-up Sump
Pump System
Description
The EWP10 is a water powered back- up sump pump. It does not replace a regular pump. This pump is designed for use with municipal water systems and is inteded to be used as an emergency backup to your existing sump pump.
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.
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.
General Safety
Information
Do not use to pump flammable or explosive fluids such as gasoline, fuel oil, kerosene,
etc. Do not use in a flammable and/or explosive atmosphere. Pump should only be used to pump clear water. Fatal injury and/or property damage could result.
If the basement has water
or moisture on the floor, do not walk on wet area until all
power is turned off. If the shutoff box is in the basement, call an electrician. Remove pump and either repair or replace. Failure to follow this warning could result in fatal electrical shock.
A check valve
must be used on the primary sump pump discharge.
This pump
must only be used to pump clear water. This pump is not designed to handle effluent, salt water, brine, laundry discharge or any other application which may contain caustic chemicals and/or foreign materials. Pump damage may occur if used in these applications and will void warranty.
Installation
Installation of this unit may take several hours. Before disabling your main pump, have ready an appropriate means of evacuating the sump.
1.Turn power to main pump off.
2.Pump must be installed using 1¼” or 1½” rigid PVC pipe. Do not use flexible drain hose.
Pump Installation
The EWP10 can be installed with a separate dedicated discharge line (Figure 1, Method 1) or tied into the
existing sump pump line (Figure 2, Method 2).
Unplug the
existing AC pump. Failure to follow this warning could result in fatal electrical shock.
3.Verify that the existing AC pump is in good working order. If the
AC pump is questionable, it is recommended that the unit be replaced.
4.Remove any silt or accumulated debris from the sump pit and surrounding area.
5.Locate the EWP10 in an ideal position in the sump pit. The ideal position is approximately 2” from the bottom of the sump pit and located so that it does not interfere with any part of the existing sump pump.
6.Method 1 Installation: (Figure 1) Cut and
The discharge
line installation will vary depending on individual circumstances. Using sound plumbing practices, route the discharge pipe to an exterior wall by the shortest path. Keep turns to a minimum because they reduce the flow output of the pump. The pipe that exits the building structure should be sealed and sloped downward so the water will not freeze in the pipe.
Method 2 Installation: (Figure 2) Cut the existing main pump discharge line and cement a “T” or “Y” fitting. Measure, cut and
7.Shut off the municipal water supply. Install a rigid water supply line to the sump area. Include a
8.Connect the automatic valve assembly with brass vacuum breaker to the supply line. Is should be located about 6” above the basement floor or sump pit cover. The supply line needs to be supported.
9.Attach the hose coupling and washer to the brass vacuum breaker of the automatic valve assembly.
10.Attach the “L” bracket to the automatic control valve using the two screws supplied.
11.Install the float rod by threading the two parts together. Using the large coupler, secure the rod connection by threading the top screw to the top part and the bottom screw to the bottom part.
12.Install a small coupler and the float to the float rod by inserting the float rod through the center of the float. Insert a small coupler about ½” above the bottom of the float rod and tighten the fastener. Tighten the first small coupler installed.
REMINDER: Keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty purposes! Attach it to this manual or file it for safe keeping.
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