Hydromatic JB-1 Manual

Sewage Ejector
Pump Package
JB-1 System
NOTE! To the installer: Please make sure you provide
this manual to the owner of the pumping equipment or to
the responsible party who maintains the system.
Pump Installation and Service Manual

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Thank you for purchasing your
Hydromatic®pump. To help
ensure years of trouble-free
operation, please read the
following manual carefully.
Before Operation:
Read the following instructions
carefully. Reasonable care and
safe methods should be practiced.
Check local codes and
requirements before installation.
Attention:
This manual contains important
information for the safe use of
this product. Read this manual
completely before using this
product and refer to it often for
continued safe product use.
DO NOT THROW AWAY OR
LOSE THIS MANUAL. Keep it
in a safe place so that you may
refer to it often.
Warning:
Before handling these pumps and
controls, always disconnect the
power first. Do not smoke or use
sparkable electrical devices or
flames in a septic (gaseous) or
possible septic sump.
WARNING: Risk of Electrical
Shock — for your protection
always disconnect pump from
the power source before
handling. If the pump is wired
direct, disconnect power to the
control box. Grounded pumps
are supplied with a 3-prong
grounded plug to help protect
you against the possibility of
electrical shock. Do not remove
the ground pin from the plug. To
reduce the risk of electrical
shock, a properly grounded
receptacle or control box of
grounding type must be installed
and protected by a ground fault
circuit interrupter (GFCI) in
accordance with national
electrical code and applicable
local codes.
WARNING: Do not smoke or
use sparkable electrical devices
or flame in a septic (gaseous) or
possible septic atmosphere.
1. Inspect all materials before
accepting them. If the damage
is apparent on the outside of
the box, claims for damages
should be filed with the
shipper. Hidden damage can
occur during shipment. If the
unit is found to be damaged
after opening the box, contact
your local Hydromatic
distributor before using.
2. Before installation or operation
carefully read all the
information provided with this
product. Familiarize yourself
with specific details regarding
installation and use before
attempting the installation.
3. Make certain that the ground
fault interrupter protected
receptacle or control box is
within reach of the pump’s
power cord. Use of extension
cords that are too long or too
light do not deliver sufficient
voltage to the pump motor.
They could also present a
safety hazard if the insulation
were to become damaged or
the connection end were to fall
into a damp or wet area.
4. Check to be sure your power
source is adequate to handle
the amperage requirements of
the motor as indicated on the
pump, and that the voltage
matches that indicated on the
pump. Make sure the pump’s
electrical supply circuit is
General
Information
Pump
Warning
equipped with a separate 15
amp circuit breaker according
to the National Electrical Code.
5. Testing for Ground. As a
safety measure, each electrical
outlet should be checked for
ground. If the system is not
properly grounded or you are
not sure, call a licensed
electrician for assistance.
CAUTION: All plumbing must
be installed to meet local codes.
The unit must be vented.
CAUTION: Installation and
checking of all electrical circuits
and hardware should be
performed only by a qualified
licensed electrician.
CAUTION: Repair and service
should be performed by an
authorized Hydromatic service
station only.
CAUTION: Refer to the
appropriate manual for
operation and maintenance of
the pump that is provided with
this system.
NOTE: Use extreme caution
around electrical devices.
Electrical shock may occur.
NOTE: See the performance
curve for this unit on page 7 of
this manual. This pumping unit
is designed to discharge sewage
up to a maximum of 18 feet
total dynamic head (T.D.H.)
including friction loss of pipe
and fittings. This unit should
not be used with systems
requiring total dynamic heads
above 18 feet.
NOTE: Do not use wax seal
having flange that extends into
tank; it may cause clogging. If a
floor is installed over the tank,
use toilet manufacturer designed
floor flange extender seal kit.

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Pump System
Installation
The JB-1 is designed as a
relatively easy project provided
the installation instructions are
followed and national or local
electrical and plumbing codes are
followed. Bathrooms are usually
small. Because so many activities
occur in such a small place,
thorough planning is a must. Get
the right tools for the job before
beginning, and make a specific
and thorough plan. You may need
to make drawings, obtain a
building permit and/or have your
work inspected. Be prepared; read
all instructions that come with this
product before installation.
Basic Tools for the Job:
(Some of these tools may not be
needed depending on the type of
installation chosen)
• Adjustable wrench • Wallboard knife
• Clamps • Ratchet wrench
• Flat pry bar • Sponge
• Hammer • Wrecking bar
• Multi-meter • Masonry hammer
• Hacksaw • Paint brush
• Wood chisel • Screwdrivers
• Carpenter’s level • Masonry chisel
• Tape measure • Expandable plumber’s plug
• Putty knife • Marker
• Cloths, rags • Notched trowel
• Staple gun • Neon circuit tester
1. The JB-1 can be installed
as a free standing unit or can
be enclosed.
2. Maintain at least 6" between
major bathroom fixtures.
3. If installing a shower or
bathtub, do not install them
within 60" of any light switch.
NOTE: The above recommendations
meet or exceed national and most
local building codes, and are meant
only as recommendations when
installing the JB-1 alone or as part
of a complete bathroom.
1. Position tank at desired
location that is level within
1/8" for the length. Ensure
that nails, screws, or other
sharp objects do not puncture
the tank.
2. For an enclosed installation the
unit is designed to fit within a
2" x 6" floor joist.
NOTE: A floor flange extender
seal kit must be used for this
type of installation, and is not
included with the JB-1 system.
3. Determine the location for the
JB system with attention given
to access to the discharge and
vent lines. Make the necessary
measurements, and determine
the necessary fittings and
piping that are required. Be
sure to observe all local
plumbing codes.
4. Install the long bolts and nuts
(Fig. 3, Item 3) that are used to
fasten the toilet to the tank or
subfloor.
NOTE: A standard floor flange
is not required.
The position of the toilet must
be determined to allow the
longer bolts to be inserted in
the correct holes. Install the
wax ring making sure to align
closet bolts for installation of
the toilet bowl in the desired
direction. (i.e., If the vent and
discharge pipe is to be installed
behind the wall, the toilet
bowl/flush tank will be parallel
to the pump housing and piping.)
5. Set pump in pump housing
with discharge toward the right
back corner as viewed from
toilet opening. The vertical
float switch must line up
square in the middle of the
corner baffle located inside the
pump chamber. Shim pump
as required.
6. Apply foam gasket (Fig. 3,
Item 6) to flange of pump
chamber. For best results,
overlap ends or gasket
approximately 1/2".
7. Place 2" straight flange in 2-3/8"
hole; this is the discharge.
8. Install the discharge pipe
(approximately 18" in length)
in lid as follows. Lubricate the
2" rubber seal with soapy
water and push the 2" pipe
through the seal.
9. Install the lid on the tank as
follows. Push the 2" discharge
pipe down until approximately
1-1/2" is protruding through
the lid. Pull pump power cord
up out of the tank and hang
over edge of the pump housing.
Screw threaded adapter into the
pump discharge by rotating the
lid assembly until hand tight.
Feed end of pump power cord
and the cord seal through small
hole in cover in the lid. (Fig. 3,
Item 8) Push lid down into
position on the pump well.
Tighten pump 2" discharge
pipe with a strap wrench. Do
not press cord seal into lid at
this time. (Ref. Step 21) Bolt
lid in place with (20) 1/4"-20
bolts and washers provided.
(Fig. 3, Items 1, 2)
10.Install the threaded vent pipe
or glue the vent pipe to a
male adapter.
Failure to heed above cautions
could result in injury or death.

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11.The discharge pipe should
protrude approximately 4"
above the surface of the lid.
Attach the check valve (Fig. 3,
Item 4) to the discharge pipe
with the arrow on the check
valve body, indicating flow,
pointing away from the pump.
12.Connect 2" discharge pipe and
2" vent pipe into house
plumbing.
CAUTION: The unit must be
vented according to local codes.
Toilet will not flush unless
properly vented.
13.If additional fixture(s) are
being added to your
installation, a 2" rubber pipe
seal must be inserted in
the tank. Refer to Fig. 1
for location.
NOTE: The bottom of the
additional fixture, a 3"
diameter hole, must be 5"
minimum above the base of the
tank, as shown in Fig. 1.
14.Drill 3" diameter hole at the
desired location on one of the
four sides of the pump
chamber surface. The center
line of the hole must be a
minimum of 1" above the tank
top surface if one of the sides
is chosen for the flange
mounting.
15.After choosing the spot for the
hole, lightly center punch hole
centers on pump chamber.
16.Drill a 3" diameter hole with a
hole saw for mounting the 2"
rubber pipe seal to the tank.
WARNING: Hole diameter
must not be oversized or the
tank may leak. The hole should
be no bigger than 3.05".
17.Lubricate 2" rubber pipe seal
with soapy water and push it
into 3" drilled hole. Lubricate
fixture drain pipe and push
through the 2" rubber pipe seal
into the pump chamber. Pipe
must not interfere with the
operation of or touch
the pump.
18.Test the pump by partially
filling the tank to a depth of
approximately 4". This can be
checked with the tape measure
through the opening where
toilet is to be installed. Plug in
the pump. The pump will turn
on before the water level
reaches 4-1/2".
CAUTION: Unplug the pump
before adjusting the switch. If
the pump does not turn on
before 4-1/2", slide the upper
rubber “stop” down the float
rod and retest. If the pump
starts before 3-1/4", slide the
upper “stop” to a higher point
on the float rod and retest. The
pump must turn on between
3-1/4" and 4-1/2".
19.Check the tank for leaks.
Attach the cord to the
discharge or vent pipe. Do not
leave an excess length of cord
inside tank. It may interfere
with the proper operation of
the pump.
20.Test the tank discharge pipe
and vent pipe with 10 feet
water column if required by
local code. Plug the 4"
diameter opening in the tank
with an expandable plumbers
plug. Make certain the tank lid
screws are torqued down
properly. The system can
now be tested per code
requirements.
WARNING: The tank and lid
will expand with the water
column pressure while tested.
If the tank is to be installed
under the floor, the testing
should be completed before the
floor is installed.
21. Install wax toilet bowl seals at
hole and install toilet in place
following the instructions
from the wax seal package.
NOTE: Do not use wax seal
having flange that extends
into tank; it may cause
clogging. If a 1/2" or 1/4" floor
is installed over the tank, the
appropriate floor flange
extender seal kit must be
used. See item 3 in the
installation instructions.
22. Hook up water line to toilet.
Turn on water and fill tank.
Test for leaks, flush toilet and
allow pump to cycle to ensure
proper operation.

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Figure 1
END VIEW
SIDE VIEW
Pump
Warning
Figure 2

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Troubleshooting information for
pump only. For other questions
or problems, please contact
your authorized Hydromatic
service center.
Servicing should be performed
only by an authorized Hydromatic
service center.
WARNING: Always disconnect
the pump from power source
before handling or making any
adjustments. Always wear
rubber boots when there is
water on the floor and you must
unplug the pump or make
any adjustments.
NOTE: Automatic thermal
overload protects the
sealed-in-oil motor. Running
dry may overheat the motor and
activate the overload protector
until the motor cools.
Pump does not run or
just hums.
1. Line circuit breaker may be
off, blown or loose.
2. Water level in sump may
be too low to activate
automatic float.
3. Power cord plug may not be
making contact in receptacle.
4. If all symptoms check OK,
motor winding may be
open; take to authorized
service center or distributor for
check.
Pump runs but does not deliver
water, or small amount of water.
1. Check valve may be installed
backward. Arrow on valve
points in direction of flow.
2. Discharge gate valve, if used,
may be closed.
3. Pump may be air locked. Start
and stop several times by
plugging and unplugging cord.
Check vent hole in pump case
for plugging.
Hydromatic pumps have a small
air vent hole in the impeller cavity
to let out trapped air. If this hole
becomes plugged, pump may air
lock. To break the air lock, use a
small screwdriver to clear hole in
the impeller cavity.
As a secondary precaution in
installations of this type — 1⁄16"
hole should be drilled in the
discharge pipe below the check
valve. The check valve should be
12 to 18 inches above pump
discharge. Do not put check valve
directly into pump discharge
opening.
NOTE: In sumps where the
pump is operating daily, air
locking rarely occurs.
4. Pump head may be too high.
Pump cannot deliver water
over 21.0' vertical lift.
Horizontal distance does not
affect pumping, except for
friction loss through the pipe.
5. Inlet in pump base may be
clogged. Remove pump and
clean out openings.
6. Impeller or volute openings
may be plugged or partially
plugged. Remove pump and
clean out.
7. Pump impeller may be
partially clogged causing
motor to run slow, resulting in
motor overload. Clear
impeller.
Fuse blows or circuit breaker
trips when pump starts.
1. Inlet in pump base may be
clogged. Remove pump and
clean out openings.
2. Impeller or volute openings
may be plugged or partially
plugged. Remove pump and
clean out.
3. Pump impeller may be
partially clogged causing
motor to run slow, resulting in
motor overload. Clear
impeller.
4. Fuse size or circuit breaker is
too small.
5. Defective motor stator: return
to authorized Hydromatic
service center or distributor
for verification.
Motor runs for short time
then stops. Then after short
period starts again. Indicates
tripping overload caused by
symptom shown.
1. Inlet in pump base may be
clogged. Remove pump and
clean out openings.
2. Impeller or volute openings
may be plugged or partially
plugged. Remove pump and
clean out.
3. Pump impeller may be
partially clogged causing
motor to run slow, resulting in
motor overload. Clear impeller.
4. Defective motor stator; return
to authorized Hydromatic
service center or distributor.
Pump
Troubleshooting

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JB-1 System
Parts List
1
2
5
3
6
4
7
8
9
Item Description Qty.
1 1/4"–20 x 5/8" Hex Head Bolts 20
2 Flat Washers–.320 I.D. 20
3 5/16" x 2" Stud and Nuts 2
4 Check Valve 1
5 Wax Ring (Retail Boxed) 1
6 1/2" Foam Gasket Material 1
7 2" Adapt-A-Flex Pipe Grommet 2
8 Adapt-A-Flex Pipe Grommet
for Cords 1
9
2 " x 32" Long Schedule 40 PVC,
with 2" NPT Male Adapter 1
Figure 3—
Installation Hardware Kit
Capacity-U.S. G.P.M.
Liters/Second
020 40 60 80
01 2 5
HEAD-FEET
HEAD-METERS
10
15
25
20
3
4
8
7
4/10 HP
5
34
0
2
SKV40 CURVE

Item #: W-03-373 6/07Part #: 5625-373-1
WARRANTY
Hydromatic®warrants to the original purchaser of each Hydromatic product(s) that any part
thereof that proves to be defective in material or workmanship within one year from date of installation or
18 months from manufacture date, whichever comes first, will be replaced at no charge with a new or
remanufactured part, F.O.B. factory. Purchaser shall assume all responsibility and expense from removal,
reinstallation and freight. Any item(s) designated as manufactured by others shall be covered only by the
express warranty of the manufacturer thereof. This warranty does not apply to damage resulting from
accident, alteration, design, misuse or abuse. The pump must be installed, operated and maintained in
accordance with the published instructions of the appropriate Installation & Service Manual.
All dual seal non-clogs and 3–5 HP grinders must have seal failure and heat sensors attached and functional
for Warranty to be in effect. If a seal failure should occur, Hydromatic will cover only the lower seal and labor
thereof. Labor is based on Authorized Service Center contract allowance. If the heat sensor is not attached
and functional, Warranty is void. If the seal failure sensor is not attached and functional, Warranty is void.
If the material furnished to the Buyer shall fail to conform to this contract or to any of the terms of this
written warranty, Hydromatic shall replace such nonconforming material at the original point
of delivery and shall furnish instruction for its disposition. Any transportation charges involved in such
disposition shall be for the Buyer’s account. The Buyer’s exclusive and sole remedy on account or in respect
of the furnishing of material that does not conform to this contract or to this written warranty, shall be to
secure replacement thereof as aforesaid. Hydromatic shall not in any event be liable for the cost of any labor
expended on any such material or for any incidental or consequential damages to anyone by
reason of the fact that such material does not conform to this contract or to this written warranty.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE DISCLAIMED
TO THE SAME EXTENT AS THE EXPRESS WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN. Some states do not
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
MANUFACTURER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ANY LIABILITY FOR
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
WARRANTY ARISING IN CONNECTION WITH THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION, WHETHER IN TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY CONTRACT OR
OTHERWISE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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