Simer Pumps 2944RP owner manual Installation and Operation

Models: 2944RP

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Installation and Operation

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To reduce risk of electric shock, pull plug before ser-

vicing. This pump has not been investigated for use in swimming pool areas. Pump is supplied with a grounding conductor and grounding-type attachment plug. Be sure it is connected only to a properly grounded grounding-type receptacle.

Where a 2-prong wall receptacle is encoun- tered, it must be replaced with properly grounded 3-prong receptacle installed in accor- dance with codes and ordinances that apply.

13.All wiring should be performed by a qualified electrician.

14.Make certain power source conforms to require- ments of your equipment.

15.Protect electrical cord from sharp objects, hot surfaces, oil, and chemicals. Avoid kinking cord. Replace or repair damaged or worn cords imme- diately.

16.Do not touch an operating motor. Modern motors can operate at high temperatures.

17.Do not handle pump or pump motor with wet hands or when standing on wet or damp surface, or in water.

Hazardous voltage can shock, burn or kill. If your basement

has water or moisture on floor, do not walk on wet area until all power has been turned off. If shut-off box is in basement, call electric company or hydro authority to shut-off service to house, or call your local fire department for instructions. Remove pump and repair or replace. Failure to follow this warning can result in fatal electrical shock.

Do not lift pump by power cord.

INSTALLATION

1.Install pump in sump pit with minimum diameter of 10" (254mm). Sump depth should be 10” (254mm). Construct sump pit of tile, concrete, steel or plastic. Check local codes for approved materials and for proper installation.

2.Install pump in pit so that switch operating mechanism has maximum possible clearance.

3.Pump should not be installed on clay, earth or sand surfaces. Clean sump pit of small stones and gravel which could clog pump. Keep pump inlet screen clear.

NOTICE: Do not use ordinary pipe joint com- pound on plastic pipe. Pipe joint compound can attack plastics.

Risk of flooding. If the flexi- ble discharge hose is used, make sure pump is secured in sump to prevent

movement. Failure to secure pump may allow pump movement, switch interference and pre- vent pump from starting or stopping.

4.Power Supply: Pump is designed for 115 V., 60 Hz., operation and requires a minimum 15 amp individual branch circuit. Both pump and switch are supplied with 3-wire cord sets with ground- ing-type plugs. Switch plug is inserted directly into outlet and pump plug inserts into opposite end of switch plug.

Pump should always be elec- trically grounded to a suit-

able electrical ground such as a grounded water pipe or a properly grounded metallic raceway, or ground wire system. Do not cut off round ground pin.

5.If pump discharge line is exposed to outside sub- freezing atmosphere, portion of line exposed must be installed so any water remaining in pipe will drain to the outfall by gravity. Failure to do this can cause water trapped in discharge to freeze which could result in damage to pump.

6.After piping, check valve and float switch have been installed, the unit is ready for operation.

7.Check the pump operation by filling sump with water and observing pump operation through one complete cycle. For switch settings see the Electrical and Switch Specifications chart on Page 2.

Failure to make this opera- tional check may lead to

improper operation, premature failure, and flooding.

TM E.I. DuPont De Nemours and Company Corporation, Delaware.

For parts or assistance, call Simer Customer Service at 1-800-468-7867 /1-800-546-7867

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