Little Giant B-1000 Series User manual

Franklin Electric Co., Inc.
P. O. Box 12010
Oklahoma City, OK 73157-2010
405.947.2511 • Fax: [phone]
www.LittleGiantPump.com
[email protected]
B-1000
SERIES
INTRODUCTION
This instruction sheet provides you with the information required to
safely own and operate your product. Retain these instructions for
future reference.
The product you have purchased is of the highest quality workmanship
and material, and has been engineered to give you long and reliable
service. These products are carefully tested, inspected, and packaged
to ensure safe delivery and operation. Please examine your item(s)
carefully to ensure that no damage occurred during shipment. If
damage has occurred, please contact the place of purchase. They will
assist you in replacement or repair, if required.
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING
TO INSTALL, OPERATE, OR SERVICE YOUR PRODUCT. KNOW
THE PRODUCT’S APPLICATION, LIMITATIONS, AND POTENTIAL
HAZARDS. PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS BY OBSERVING
ALL SAFETY INFORMATION. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE
INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE!
SAFETY GUIDELINES
Disconnect the pump from the power source before servicing or
removing any component.
Do not use to pump flammable or explosive fluids such as gasoline,
fuel oil, kerosene, etc. Do not use in explosive atmospheres. Pump
should only be used with liquids compatible with pump component
materials.
Do not handle pump with wet hands or when standing on a wet or
damp surface or in water.
This pump is supplied with a grounding conductor and/or grounding
type attachment plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock, be
certain that it is connected to a properly grounded, grounding-type
receptacle.
In any installation where property damage and/or personal injury
might result from an inoperative or leaking pump due to power
outages, discharge line blockage, or any other reason, a backup
system(s) and/or alarm should be used.
Support pump and piping when assembling and when installed.
Failure to do so can cause piping to break, pump to fall, motor bearing
failures, etc.
If pump is oil-filled, the motor housing is filled with a dielectric lubricant
at the factory for optimum motor heat transfer and lifetime lubrication
of the bearings. Use of any other lubricant could cause damage and
void the warranty. This lubricant is non-toxic; however, if it escapes
the motor housing, remove it from the surface quickly by placing
newspapers or other absorbent material on the water surface to soak it
up so aquatic life is undisturbed.
This pump has been tested using water only. The suitability of this
pump for use with liquids other than water is the responsibility of the
end-user.
This pump is not intended for permanent mounting to a building
structure by bolting or similar means.
The National Electric Code (in the USA) and similar codes in other
countries require a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) to be
installed in the branch circuit supplying fountain equipment rated
above 15 volts. We recommend each pump be used with a GFCI.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
1. Check the pump label for proper voltage required. Do not connect
to voltage other than that shown.
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2. If pump is supplied with a 3-prong electrical plug, the third prong
is to ground the pump to prevent possible electrical shock hazard.
DO NOT REMOVE the third prong from the plug. A separate
branch circuit is recommended. Do not use an extension cord. Do
not cut the plug from the cord; this will void the warranty.
3. If the cord is equipped with stripped lead wires, such as on 230v
models, be sure that the lead wires are connected to the power
source correctly. The green/yellow wire is the ground, and the
blue (or white) and the brown (or black) are live.
4. All wiring should be performed by a qualified electrician.
5. DO NOT use sheet metal screws to secure the equipment
grounding conductor.
CONSULT INSTRUCTION SHEET ILLUSTRATIONS FOR PROPER
ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY OF YOUR PUMP.
OPERATION
WARNING: THE PUMP MOTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH AN
AUTOMATIC RESETTING THERMAL PROTECTOR AND CAN
RESTART UNEXPECTEDLY. PROTECTOR TRIPPING IS AN
INDICATION OF MOTOR OVERLOADING AS A RESULT OF
OPERATING THE PUMP AT LOW HEADS (LOW DISCHARGE
RESTRICTION), EXCESSIVELY HIGH OR LOW VOLTAGE,
INADEQUATE WIRING, INCORRECT MOTOR CONNECTIONS, OR
A DEFECTIVE MOTOR OR PUMP.
The motor is a continuous-duty type, sealed in oil with an automatic
thermal overload protector device.
1. This pump is designed to operate completely submerged. It
can be placed in any position, but preferably the volute should be
located to the side. This will allow the motor to be completely
covered with the dielectric oil.
2. If the surface is dirt or sand, place pump on a flat surface such as
a piece of wood or metal to prevent it from being clogged.
3. The weight of the pump must be supported adequately. DO NOT
support the pump by the intake or discharge connections alone.
4. Do not restrict the pump’s intake. This can cause damage to the
seal and can starve the pump. To reduce the flow rate, place a
valve on the pump’s discharge or, if flexible vinyl tubing is used, a
clamp on the tubing.
The pump can run against a restricted discharge such as a
fountain without damage to the pump.
5. The pump is cooled by the fluid that it moves. Do not let the pump
operate dry. This can damage the seal and cause motor failure.
6. If the pump is going to be idle for an extended period, follow the
cleaning instructions in the MAINTENANCE section. Do not let the
pump freeze in the wintertime. This can cause cracking or distortion
that will damage the pump.
7. If a fused-type plug is used on 230V pumps, a 5.0 amp fuse is
recommended.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: DISCONNECT THE PUMP FROM THE POWER SOURCE
BEFORE SERVICING OR REMOVING ANY COMPONENT!
CAUTION: The pump’s motor housing is completely sealed and
requires no service. Disassembly of the motor housing or alteration of
the power cord voids all warranty.
1. If the pump becomes clogged, remove the screen and clean out
the area.
2. If necessary remove the screws holding the volute to the motor
housing and clean the volute.
3. Reassemble the parts in reverse order, remembering to install the
gasket between the volute and the motor housing.
4. Inspect the power cord to ensure that it is in good condition and
has no nicks or cuts. NOTE: The power cord cannot be replaced.
In case of damage the entire pump must be replaced.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION
Pump fails to run.
No electricity or low voltage. Be sure correct voltage is available.
Impeller clogged. Clean impeller.
Motor has open circuit. Replace pump.
Pump runs but no fluid flows.
Discharge height too great. Lower the height.
Inlet screen clogged. Clean or replace.
Discharge valve closed. Open the valve.
Air trapped in pump. Purge to eliminate air.
No water in reservoir. Refill.
Pump inlet located above liquid level. Pump inlet must be below liquid level (flooded).
Flow rate is low.
Low voltage. Be sure correct voltage is available.
Impeller clogged. Clean impeller.
Inlet or discharge plumbing restricted. Clean plumbing.
Discharge plumbing undersized. Replace with larger plumbing.
Discharge height too great. Lower the height.
Pump starts and stops
pumping.
Impeller or inlet screen clogged. Clean impeller and screen.
Defect in motor. Replace pump.
Incorrect voltage or frequency. Be sure correct voltage and frequency is supplied to pump.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Your product is guaranteed to be in perfect condition when it leaves our factory. It is
warranted against defective materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months
from date of purchase by the user.
Any product that should fail for either of the above two reasons and is still within the
warranty period will be repaired or replaced at the option of Little Giant Pump Company,
Inc. dba Franklin Electric Water Transfer Systems (hereafter “the manufacturer”) as the
sole remedy of buyer. For our customers in the continental United States: Please
return the defective product, postage paid, to the factory at 301 North MacArthur Blvd.,
Oklahoma City, OK 73127-6616. All defective products returned under warranty will be
fully inspected to determine the cause of failure before warranty is approved.
For our customers located elsewhere: It is not economical, due to duties and freight,
to return the product to the factory for inspection. Please return the defective product
to any authorized distributor or dealer with a brief written explanation of the problem.
If there are no apparent signs of customer abuse, the product will be repaired or
replaced. If dispute arises over replacement of the product, the distributor or dealer is
to segregate such items and hold for inspection by a representative of the manufacturer
or notify factory with details of the problem for factory disposition and settlement of
warranty claim.
DISCLAIMER: THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS AN EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY IN LIEU
OF ANY OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES (INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) TO THE EXTENT EITHER APPLIES TO A PRODUCT
SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIODS OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES
GIVEN ABOVE.
Warranty will be VOID if any of the following conditions are found:
1. Sealed motor housing opened.
2. Product connected to voltage other than indicated on nameplate.
3. Cord cut off to a length less than three feet.
4. Pump allowed to operate dry (fluid supply cut off).
5. Pump used to circulate anything other than fresh water, light oils, or other mild
liquids at approximately room temperature.
6. Product abuse by customer.
Any oral statements about the product made by the seller, the manufacturer, the
representatives or any other parties, do not constitute warranties, shall not be relied
upon by the user, and are not part of the contract for sale. Seller’s and manufacturer’s
only obligation, and buyer’s only remedy, shall be the replacement and/or repair by
the manufacturer of the product as described above. NEITHER SELLER NOR THE
MANUFACTURER SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY INJURY, LOSS OR DAMAGE, DIRECT,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR LOST PROFITS, LOST SALES, INJURY TO
PERSON OR PROPERTY, OR ANY OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS),
ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR THE INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT AND THE
USER AGREES THAT NO OTHER REMEDY SHALL BE AVAILABLE TO IT. Before using,
the user shall determine the suitability of the product for the intended use, and user
assumes all risk and liability whatsoever in connection therewith.
Some states and countries do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitations or exclusions 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 and
country to country.
Form 998234 - 03/25/2009
©2009 Franklin Electric Co., Inc.
Little Giant® is a registered trademark of Franklin Electric Co., Inc.
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Part #556702 - Screen Assembly
Item No. Description
1A Screw (2)
1B Screen
Part #556703 - Volute Assembly
Item No. Description
2A Screw (4)
2B Volute
2C Ring Gasket
Part #556701 - Impeller Assembly
Item No. Description
2C Ring Gasket
3A Impeller
3B E-Clip
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