Liberty Pumps SPAC-237 User manual

IMPORTANT: All Liberty Pumps products are supplied with their own
separate Installation/Operation/Maintenance manuals. Ensure receipt of
these manuals, and that they are read and understood prior to installation.
For questions, call Liberty Pumps customer service at 800-543-2550.
Installer: Manual must remain with owner or
system operator/maintainer.
Prior to installation, record information
from pump nameplate for future reference:
System:
Keep this manual handy for future reference.
For replacement manual, visit LibertyPumps.com,
or contact Liberty Pumps at 800-543-2550.
Retain dated sales receipt for warranty.
Model(s):
7000 Apple Tree Avenue
Bergen, NY 14416
ph: 800-543-2550
fax: [phone]
www.LibertyPumps.com
Serial(s):
Mfg Date:
Install Date:
Installation Manual 4860000C
Copyright © Liberty Pumps, Inc. 2020 All rights reserved.
SPAC-Series Pre-Assembled Basins
Models
SPAC-237
SPAC-257
SPAC-457
SPAC-S37
SPAC-S37-P
All Models Available with ALM-P1
or ALM-P1-EYE Alarm
SPACs are designed for indoor use only

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Contents
Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 | EN
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 | EN
Model Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 | EN
Application. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 | EN
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 | EN
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 | EN
Maintenance and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 | EN
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 | EN
Safety Guidelines
Safety Precautions
Accidental contact with electrically live parts, items, fluid, or
water can cause serious injury or death.
Always disconnect pump(s) from power source(s) before
handling or making any adjustments to either the pump(s),
the pump system, or the control panel.
All installation and maintenance of pumps, controls,
protection devices, and general wiring shall be done by
qualified personnel.
All electrical and safety practices shall be in accordance with
the National Electrical Code®, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration, or applicable local codes and
ordinances.
Do not remove cord and strain relief, and do not connect
conduit to pump.
Pump shall be properly grounded using its supplied
grounding conductor. Do not bypass grounding wires or
remove ground prong from attachment plugs. Failure to
properly ground the pump system can cause all metal
portions of the pump and its surroundings to become
energized.
Do not handle or unplug the pump with wet hands, when
standing on damp surface, or in water unless wearing
Personal Protective Equipment.
Always wear dielectric rubber boots and other applicable
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when water is on the
floor and an energized pump system must be serviced, as
submerged electrical connections can energize the water. Do
not enter the water if the water level is higher than the PPE
protection or if the PPE is not watertight.
Do not lift or carry a pump or a float assembly by its power
cord. This will damage the power cord, and could expose the
electrically live wires inside the power cord.
The electrical power supply shall be located within the length
limitations of the pump power cord, and for below grade
installations it shall be at least 4 ft (1.22 m) above floor level.
Do not use this product in applications where human contact
with the pumped fluid is common (such as swimming pools,
fountains, marine areas, etc.).
Protect the power and control cords from the environment.
Unprotected power and control (switch) cords can allow water
to wick through ends into pump or switch housings, causing
surroundings to become energized.
Do not use an extension cord to power the product. Extension
cords can overload both the product and extension cord
supply wires. Overloaded wires will get very hot and can catch
on fire.
This product requires a separate, properly fused and
grounded branch circuit, sized for the voltage and amperage
requirements of the pump, as noted on the nameplate.
Overloaded branch circuit wires will get very hot and can
catch on fire. When used, electrical outlets shall be simplex of
the appropriate rating.
Do not use this product with or near flammable or explosive
fluids such as gasoline, fuel oil, kerosene, etc. If rotating
elements inside pump strike any foreign object, sparks may
occur. Sparks could ignite flammable liquids.
These pumps are not to be installed in locations classified as
hazardous in accordance with the National Electric Code®,
ANSI/NFPA 70.
This safety alert symbol is used in the manual
and on the pump to alert of potential risk for
serious injury or death.
This safety alert symbol identifies risk of
electric shock. It is accompanied with an
instruction intended to minimize potential
risk of electric shock.
This safety alert symbol identifies risk of fire.
It is accompanied with an instruction
intended to minimize potential risk of fire.
This safety alert symbol identifies risk of
serious injury or death. It is accompanied
with an instruction intended to minimize
potential risk of injury or death.
Warns of hazards which, if not avoided, will
result in serious injury or death.
Warns of hazards which, if not avoided, could
result in serious injury or death.
Warns of hazards which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
Signals an important instruction related to
the pump. Failure to follow these instructions
could result in pump failure or property
damage.
Read every supplied manual before using
pump system. Follow all the safety instructions
in manual(s) and on the pump. Failure to do
so could result in serious injury or death.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
RISK OF FIRE

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Do not modify the pump/pump system in any way.
Modifications may affect seals, change the electrical loading
of the pump, or damage the pump and its components.
All pump/pump system installations shall be in compliance
with all applicable Federal, State, and Local codes and
ordinances.
Do not allow children to play with the pump system.
Do not allow any person who is unqualified to have contact
with this pump system. Any person who is unaware of the
dangers of this pump system, or has not read this manual, can
easily be injured by the pump system.
Wear adequate Personal Protective Equipment when working
on pumps or piping that have been exposed to wastewater.
Sump and sewage pumps often handle materials that can
transmit illness or disease upon contact with skin and other
tissues.
Do not remove any tags or labels from the pump or its cord.
Keep clear of suction and discharge openings. To prevent
injury, never insert fingers into pump while it is connected to
a power source.
Do not use this product with flammable, explosive, or
corrosive fluids. Do not use in a flammable and/or explosive
atmosphere as serious injury or death could result.
This product contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
Do not dispose of materials such as paint thinner or other
chemicals down drains. Doing so could chemically attack and
damage pump system components and cause product
malfunction or failure.
Do not use these pumps with fluid over 140°F (60°C).
Operating the pump in fluid above this temperature can
overheat the pump, resulting in pump failure.
Do not use pump system with mud, sand, cement,
hydrocarbons, grease, or chemicals. Pump and system
components can be damaged from these items causing
product malfunction or failure. Additionally, flooding can
occur if these items jam the impeller or piping.
Do not run dry.
SPAC pre-assembled basins are designed for indoor use only.
Introduction
Pump and optional alarm are supplied with their own separate
manuals. Ensure receipt of these manuals, and that they are read
and understood prior to installing and using this system.
Familiarity with the pump and optional alarm is critical.
This manual provides a brief overview of the system and deals
mainly with installation of the system. It does not cover the
specifics of the pump or optional alarm operation. For questions,
call Liberty Pumps customer service at 800-543-2550.
Model Specifications
For more SPAC-Series information, refer to http://
www.LibertyPumps.com/Product/SPAC-Series. The pump
nameplate provides a record of the specific pump information.
Application
SPACs are designed as drop-in sump pump solutions for
residential applications and are designed for indoor use only.
These systems come completely pre-assembled from the factory
for a simple and worry-free installation.
Figure 1. Typical Residential Installation
Installation
All installation and maintenance of pumps, controls,
protection devices, and general wiring shall be done by
qualified personnel.
All electrical and safety practices shall be in accordance with
the National Electrical Code®, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration, or applicable local codes and
ordinances.
Inlet Line
SPAC systems are supplied with two 4” rubber grommets. In order
to install an inlet pipe, a 5” diameter hole must first be drilled on
the side of the basin using a hole saw. Insert the supplied
grommet into the recess where the hole was just drilled. Finally,
slide the pipe into the grommet until it is fully seated against the
stop. If an additional inlet pipe is desired, repeat the steps for the
opposite side of the tank.
RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DISCHARGE
PIPING
FOUNDATION DISCHARGE ABOVE
GRADE AND AWAY
FROM FOUNDATION
GROUND LEVEL
FROST
LINE
REMOVEABLE UNION
OR CHECK VALVE
DRAIN LINE OR WEEP TILE
DISCHARGE TO
STORM SEWER
DO NOT
DISCHARGE
TO SANITARY
SEWER

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Discharge Line
SPAC systems are supplied with a 1-1/2” Schedule 40 PVC
discharge pipe. The discharge pipe extends 4” above the basin
cover. It is recommended that a compression style fitting is used
to connect the system to the permanent plumbing within the
home. The permanent plumbing should discharge the water to an
area that will drain away from the building and foundation.
Check Valve
SPACs are not supplied with check valves. Liberty Pumps requires
check valves to prevent water from draining back into the basin
through the discharge piping. When using a check valve, the
discharge line must be protected from freezing by running the
discharge deep enough below ground level to be beneath the
frost line. See Figure 1.
Power Cord
The pump power cord is equipped with a grounding conductor
and grounding-type 3-prong plug. It shall be connected to a
separately fused, grounded, 3-wire grounding-type receptacle of
15 Amp capacity with the proper 115 V. Verify all electrical wiring
and connections are in accordance with the National Electric
Code® and all applicable local codes.
Back-up Pumps and Alarms
The basin additionally provides a pedestal location for a back-up
pump if desired for added protection. Consider the Liberty
Pumps SJ10A SumpJet (water powered back-up pump) or Model
441 or 442 (battery powered back-up pumps). If no additional
back-up pump is installed, and there is risk of property damage in
the event of flooding due to loss of pump operation, Liberty
Pumps Alarms (ALM-P1 or ALM-P1-EYE) should be considered
as an additional means of protection.
Operation
Energizing the control panel or breaker for the first time is
potentially dangerous. Licensed electrical personnel should
be present when the panel or breaker is energized for the first
time. If faults caused by damage or poor installation practices
have not been detected, serious damage, injury or death can
result when power is applied.
Starting System
1. Verify all plumbing components in the basin are installed
correctly and functional. Verify all valves are open and ready
for pump use.
2. Double check all wire connections. Re-tighten all factory and
field connections.
3. Ensure pump has no obstructions.
4. With all electrical and mechanical connections complete and
secure, turn on power to pump.
5. Verify operation of the pump and alarm circuits.
6. Run several cycles of water through the system to verify
correct control operation for the installation.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Refer to supplied pump and optional alarm manuals. For further
questions, contact customer service at 800-543-2550 or
[e-mail].
Warranty
Liberty Pumps Wholesale Products Limited
Warranty
Liberty Pumps, Inc. warrants that Liberty Pumps wholesale
products are free from all factory defects in material and
workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of
purchase (excluding batteries). The date of purchase shall be
determined by a dated sales receipt noting the model and serial
number of the pump. The dated sales receipt must accompany the
returned pump if the date of return is more than three years from
the date of manufacture noted on the pump nameplate.
The manufacturer's sole obligation under this Warranty shall be
limited to the repair or replacement of any parts found by the
manufacturer to be defective, provided the part or assembly is
returned freight prepaid to the manufacturer or its authorized
service center, and provided that none of the following
warranty-voiding characteristics are evident:
The manufacturer shall not be liable under this Warranty if the
product has not been properly installed, operated, or maintained
per manufacturer instructions; if it has been disassembled,
modified, abused, or tampered with; if the electrical cord has been
cut, damaged, or spliced; if the pump discharge has been reduced
in size; if the pump has been used in water temperatures above
the advertised rating; if the pump has been used in water
containing sand, lime, cement, gravel, or other abrasives; if the
product has been used to pump chemicals, grease, or
hydrocarbons; if a non-submersible motor has been subjected to
moisture; or if the label bearing the model and serial number has
been removed.
Liberty Pumps, Inc. shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or
expenses resulting from installation or use of its products, or for
indirect, incidental, and consequential damages, including costs of
removal, reinstallation or transportation.
There is no other express warranty. All implied warranties,
including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose, are limited to three years from the date of purchase.
This Warranty contains the exclusive remedy of the purchaser,
and, where permitted, liability for consequential or incidental
damages under any and all warranties are excluded.
RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH