1.Attach a suitable lifting cable (rope) to the carrying handle (Figure 2) on the pump and lower the pump into place. For applications where there is an excessive amount of mud, grit or silt, the use of a support platform is desirable.When pumping water from swimming pool type applications where there is little or no debris, the
support platform is not required.
POWER
CORD
LIFTING
ROPE
DISCHARGE
HOSE
SUPPORT
PLATFORM
3 3
Figure 2. Submersible Pump Upright Position
(Correct)
operation
2.Make sure the pump is always placed in an upright position, not tilted (Figure 3). Never position the pump directly on a soft, loose bottom. Remember to attain maximum pumping capacity and prevent excessive wear, position the pump so it will not burrow itself into sand or clay.
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Figure 3. Submersible Pump Upright Position
(Incorrect)
3. After the pump has been positioned correctly into place, power can be applied to the pump's electric motor.
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