Lancaster X99M33 Owner's manual

PREINSTALLATION CHECKLIST & PRECAUTIONS
1. Inspect your unit. Occasionally, products are damaged during shipment. If the unit is damaged , contact your
dealer before using.
2. Carefully read the literature provided to familiarize yourself with specific details regarding installation and use.
These materials should be retained for future reference.
3. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, a properly grounded receptacle of grounding type should be installed
and protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI and in accordance with National Electrical Code and
local codes.
WARNIN : FOR YOUR PROTECTION, ALWAYS DISCONNECT PUMP FROM ITS POWER SOURCE BEFORE
HANDLIN . Single phase pumps are supplied with a 3-prong grounded plug to help protect you against the
possibility of electrical shock. DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES REMOVE THE ROUND PIN.
4. Make certain that the electrical receptacle is within the reach of the pump’s power supply cord. DO NOT USE AN
EXTENSION CORD. Extension cords that are too long or too light do not deliver sufficient voltage to the pump
motor . But more important, they could present a safety hazard if the insulation would become damaged or the
connection end would fall into the laundry tray.
5. Check to be sure your power source is adequate for the voltage requirements of the motor.
6. Make sure the pump electrical supply circuit is equipped with fuses or circuit breakers of proper capacity.
A separate branch circuit is recommended sized according to the National Electrical Code for the current shown on
the motor name plate.
CAUTION: Check valve must be installed to prevent back-drainage. Spring loaded type check valve not
recommended.
CAUTION: To prevent foreign matter from entering pump, a strainer must be installed in the laundry tray/tub/sink.
In laundry applications, a lint trap must be installed to prevent an excessive build-up of lint in the pump
that could interfere with impeller operation.
CAUTION: Do not use to pump flammable or explosive liquids or liquids with solids, strong acids or caustics. Do not
use in explosive atmospheres. Max. water temperature 130° F.
INTRODUCTION
LANCASTER models X99M33 & X99M50 pumps are designed for gravity-feed pumping appli-
cations. These pumps can be located below the laundry tray/tub/sink and will pump clean or
waste water to an overhead or remote drain line. These pumps are manual operation models,
no controls are supplied. These pumps do not come supplied with any type of switch or
control device to turn pumps on or off.
INSTALLATION● OPERATION ● MAINTENANCE
LANCASTER MODELS X99M33 & X99M50
MANUAL LAUNDRY TRAY WASTE WATER PUMPS
BULLETIN X99M
EFFECTIVE NOV. 2005

INSTALLATION
INSTALLATIONINSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
The diagram shows the various connections which must be made for proper operation.
1. Location. The pump must be installed using a laundry tray/ tub/ sink to drain water into it. The pump
must be installed in a level horizontal position, fully supported from the base. It should never be hung on the
inlet or discharge line. Place the pump in the desired location as close to under the tub/sink as possible.
2. Laundry Tray/Tub/ Sink. A strainer must be installed in the tub to prevent foreign objects (small
buttons, pebbles, etc. from entering pump and causing internal damage. In laundry applications, a lint trap
must be installed to prevent an excessive buildup of lint in the pump that could interfere with impeller opera-
tion. A lint trap slips onto the end of the washing machine drain line (discharge hose , secured with a cable
tie. Lint traps are available in the retail market. Replace lint traps before half full. (Note: a nylon stocking
works well as a lint trap.
3. Inlet. Install the necessary 1½” piping to connect the laundry tray/tub/sink drain fitting to the pump inlet.
Pitch the piping from tub/sink drain to pump inlet to avoid air traps. Do not use a trap on inlet piping. A union
is recommended to facilitate removal if necessary for cleaning or service.
4. Discharge. Do not restrict to sizes below 1”. Install a check valve below level of bottom of tub, as close
to the pump discharge as possible. The check valve prevents drain-back. Spring loaded type check valve
NOT recommended. A spring loaded check valve is permissible IF the application’s discharge height is one
half of the pump shut off head (max. feet at 0 gpm AND the spring pressure is equal to, or less than one (1
psi. Install a union or other means of separating the discharge line to facilitate removal if necessary for
cleaning or service. Install a shutoff valve in the discharge line. The shutoff valve can be used to reduce the
pump discharge flow rate, if necessary, to more closely match the inlet flow in low head installations. Also,
the shutoff valve can be used to service the check valve or pump without draining the discharge line. Install
additional 1” piping to connect the discharge to the building’s gravity drain line.

5. Electrical Connections. It is strongly recommended that the pump is plugged into a properly grounded
electrical receptacle protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI and in accordance with the National
Electrical Code and local codes. If the pump is to be controlled by an on and off switch, install at this time.
OPERATION
The pump does not come supplied with any type of switch or control device to turn pump on or off. Turn
the pump on by either plugging pump in, turning switch on (not supplied or if pump is installed with an
automatic device (not supplied , it will activate itself as well as turn itself off. Using the pump without an
automatic device, it is necessary to manually turn off pump when water has been completely pumped out
of the tub. If water stops draining out of the tub (last couple of inches while the pump is running, the pump
has become air bound. Turn off pump. Wait a few seconds, turn on pump again. The pump may have to be
turned on and off a few times to completely drain tub. When water has been completely pumped out of the
tub, turn off pump immediately. If necessary, the shutoff valve in the discharge line can be used to reduce the
pump discharge flow rate to more closely match the inlet flow in low head installations.
MAINTENANCE
Routine maintenance is not required on the pump, but the associated connections may require
occasional attention. Keep foreign objects and lint out of the inlet by using a strainer and lint trap.
Replace lint traps before half full. The check valve on the discharge line should be checked for accumula-
tion and freedom of operation. Tub/ sink use, water conditions, soap and cleaning agents will impact the fre-
quency of maintenance needed.
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNIN : ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS. Before servicing a pump, always shut off the main power
breaker and then unplug the pump– making sure you are not standing in water and are wearing insulated
protective sole shoes. Under flooded conditions, contact your local electric company or a qualified licensed
electrician for disconnecting electrical service prior to pump removal.
Read the OPERATION section of this manual again, to be sure you are familiar with how the pump works.
The following chart (see next page may be of assistance in correcting possible operating problems.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
Pump will not turn A. Blown fuse/tripped breaker or other
on. interruption of power to the pump.
Unit runs or hums B. Discharge is restricted.
but does not pump. C. Check valve is stuck closed or
installed backwards.
D. Discharge head exceeds pump
capacity.
E. Pump impeller is jammed.
F. Tub/sink strainer or inlet piping is
clogged.
Unit operates noisily, E. Foreign objects in the impeller
vibrates excessively. cavity or broken impeller.
. Worn motor bearings.
H. Piping to house structure is too
rigid.
A. Check that the unit is securely plugged in.
Have an electrician check all wiring for
proper connections and adequate
voltage.
B. Check the discharge line for blockage,
including ice if the line passes through or
into cold areas.
C. Remove and examine for freedom of
operation and proper installation.
D. Try to route piping to lower level. If not
possible, another pumping station will be
required at a level of roughly half the total
lift. Do not use spring loaded type check
valve.
E. Have an authorized installer service or
replace impeller. Disassembly of pump by
persons other than Lancaster Pump
authorized installers or Lancaster Pump
may void the warranty.
F. Check the strainer and inlet piping for
restrictions.
. Return the complete assembly to the
factory for repair.
H. Replace a portion of the discharge piping
with rubber hose.
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