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Important Safety Instructions

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during installation, operation, and maintenance of the product. Save this manual for future reference.

This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your pump or in this manual, look for one of the following signal words and be alert to the potential for personal injury!

indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE addresses practices not related to personal injury.

Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this manual and on pump..

Keep safety labels in good condition.

Replace missing or damaged safety labels.

Electrical Safety

Capacitor voltage may be hazardous.. To discharge motor capacitor, hold insulated handle screwdriver BY THE HANDLE and short capacitor terminals together. Do not touch metal screwdriver blade or capacitor terminals. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.

General Safety

Do not touch an operating motor. Modern motors are designed to operate at high temperatures. To avoid burns when servicing pump, allow it to cool for 20 minutes after shut-down before handling.

Do not allow pump or any system component to freeze. To do so will void warranty.

Pump water only with this pump.

Periodically inspect pump and system components. Wear safety glasses at all times when working on pumps.

Keep work area clean, uncluttered and properly lighted; store properly all unused tools and equipment.

Keep visitors at a safe distance from the work areas.

Pump body may explode if used as a booster pump unless relief valve capable of passing full pump flow at 75 psi is installed.

WARNING

Hazardous voltage..

Can shock, burn, or cause death.

Ground pump before connecting to power supply. Disconnect power before working on pump, motor or tank.

Wire motor for correct voltage.. See “Electrical” section of this manual and motor nameplate..

Ground motor before connecting to power supply..

Meet National Electrical Code, Canadian Electrical Code, and local codes for

all wiring..

Follow wiring instructions in this manual when connecting motor to power lines..

WARNING

Hazardous pressure!

Install pressure relief valve in discharge pipe.

Release all pressure on system before working on any component.

For parts or assistance, call Simer Customer Service at 1-800-468-7867

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Simer Pumps 2806E owner manual Important Safety Instructions, Electrical Safety, General Safety