STAR Water Systems SPCP02 User manual

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POOL COVER PUMP
MODEL #SPCP02
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Serial Number Purchase Date
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
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SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
CAUTION
DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
Pump 1
Base 1
Garden Hose Adaptor 1
Cap 1
Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate, or install
the product.
• NOTE: Pumps with the “UL” Mark and pumps with the “US” mark are tested to UL Standard
UL778. CSA certied pumps are certied to CSA Standard C22.2 No. 108. (CUS.)
• ELECTRICAL SHOCK ALERT.
Before installing this product, have the electrical circuit checked by an electrician to ensure proper
grounding. All electrical installations must conform to the National Electric Code and all local
codes.
• ELECTRICAL SHOCK ALERT.
Connect this product to a properly-grounded 115 volt outlet with a ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) device.
• ELECTRICAL SHOCK ALERT.
Do not handle pump or pump motor with wet hands or when standing on a wet or damp surface or
in water.
• ELECTRICAL SHOCK ALERT.
DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES REMOVE THE GROUND PIN.
• ELECTRICAL SHOCK ALERT.
BE CERTAIN the pump power source is disconnected before installing or servicing pump.
• ELECTRICAL SHOCK ALERT.
Protect electrical cord from sharp objects, hot surfaces, oil, and chemicals. Avoid kinking the cord.
Replace or repair damaged or worn cords immediately.
• CHEMICAL ALERT.
This product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
• PERSONAL INJURY ALERT.
Provide a means of pressure relief if the pump discharge can be shut o󰀨 or obstructed. Pumps
operating with a closed discharge can create hot liquid, which can cause burns.
• PERSONAL INJURY ALERT.
This pump is equipped with an automatic thermal overload and can restart without warning.
• PERSONAL INJURY ALERT.
Always use handle to lift pump. Never use power cord to lift pump. To avoid skin burns, unplug and
allow the pump to cool after periods of extended use.
• PERSONAL INJURY OR PRODUCT DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
Check to be sure your power source is capable of handling the voltage requirements of the motor,
as indicated on the pump name plate.
• PRODUCT DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
These pumps are not designed or intended to be used to handle sewage or e󰀪uent.
• PRODUCT DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
This pump has been evaluated for use with WATER only.
• PRODUCT DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
Maximum continuous operating water temperature for standard model pumps must not exceed
104°F (40°C).
• PROPERTY DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
Do not use where sh are present. Oil in motor can kill sh.
• PERSONAL INJURY RESULT.
Secure the discharge hose before starting the pump. A loose discharge hose may whip, which can
cause personal injury and/or property damage.
• PRODUCT DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
Keep the pump, base, and inlet screen free of debris and foreign objects.
DANGER
• FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD.
Pump only clear water. Do not pump ammable or explosive uids such as gasoline, fuel oil,
kerosene, etc. Do not use in a ammable and/or explosive atmosphere. Failure to follow these
warnings could result in death or serious injury and/or property damage.
• RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
Always disconnect power source before attempting to install, service, or maintain the pump.
Never handle a pump with wet hands or when standing on wet or damp surface or in water. Fatal
electrical shock could occur.
PERFORMANCE FROM TOP OUTLET - UTILITY PUMP
ITEM
NUMBER
CORD
LENGTH HP AMPS
GALLONS PER HOUR AT DISCHARGE HEIGHT
ABOVE PUMPING LEVEL
0 FT. 5 FT. 10 FT. 15 FT. 20 FT.
SPCP02 25 FT. 1/3 3.0 2400 2100 1680 1380 600
PERFORMANCE FROM SIDE OUTLET WITH GARDEN HOSE
AT 0FT. ABOVE PUMPING LEVEL
HOSE LENGTH GALLONS PER MINUTE GALLONS PER HOUR
25 FT. 7.7 462
50 FT. 4.5 270
75 FT. 3.9 234
100 FT. 3.0 180

Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package
contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble the product.
Estimated Assembly Time: 5 minutes
No Tools Required for Assembly.
PREPARATION
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POOL COVER PUMP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
2. Attach garden hose adapter to the top pump
discharge. DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN THE
HOSE ADAPTER. Finger tight plus 1/4 to 1/2
turn should be su󰀩cient.
Ensure cap is installed on top discharge.
4. Place pump in an upright position on the pool
cover where water will collect. Do not suspend
pump by the discharge hose or power cord.
Be sure pump is not sitting in mud, sand, or
debris.
5. Plug the pump into a properly grounded, ground
fault circuit interruptor (GFCI) 115 V outlet. For
safety, the pump should always be electrically
grounded to a suitable electrical ground, such
as a grounded water pipe, properly grounded
metallic raceway, or ground wire system.
For best performance, use discharge hose of 50 ft. or less. If the discharge runs up hill, or is extra
long, use larger diameter discharge hose or rigid pipe.
NOTE: Large diameter, short discharge hoses or pipe will provide better water ow rates than small
diameter, long discharge hoses or pipe.
3. For best stability, attach garden hose to lower
discharge. 1-1/4” top discharge may be used
with proper support of discharge line and pump.
If using garden hose (not included), thread the
female end of the garden hose into the male
end near the bottom of the pump. DO NOT
OVER-TIGHTEN THE HOSE. Finger tight plus
1/4 to 1/2 turn should be su󰀩cient.
For best performance, unwind the hose before
starting the pump.
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1. Install the snap-on strainer by lining up the
pump base to match the strainer. Push down
gently until it latches.
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3. Place pump in the water on a hard surface.
Water must be at least 1-3/4-in deep in order for
pump to operate. Avoid placing pump directly on
sand, dirt, or mud.
Hard
Surface
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4. Plug pump into a properly grounded, ground
fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) 115V AC power
outlet.
RESET
RESET
TEST
TEST
GFCI Outlet
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UTILITY PUMP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
2. Attach garden hose adapter to the pump
discharge and then connect garden hose
to adapter. DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN THE
GARDEN HOSE OR HOSE ADAPTER. Finger
tight plus 1/4 to 1/2 turn should be su󰀩cient.
Attach cap to bottom outlet.
1. To enable pump to t into smaller spaces
remove snap on base from pump by pulling the
tab outward. This allows the pump to lift out of
the base.
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OPERATION
1. Water must be a minimum of 1-3/4-in deep for pump
to operate.
The pump will run for 15 seconds after it is plugged in.
If water is being pumped during this 15 seconds, the
pump will continue operating until water level drops to
1/8-in. At that time, the pump will shut o󰀨.
After the pump shuts o󰀨, it will automatically turn
back on every three minutes for 15 seconds and then
turn back o󰀨 if it is not pumping water. To re-start the
pump sooner, unplug the pump for a few seconds and
plug it back in.
NOTE: This pump does not contain a water level
sensor but will automatically shut itself o󰀨 when water
level drops to 1/8-in. A built-in timer turns the pump
back on after 3 minutes and it will continue pumping
as long as water is present.
IL2059
1-3/4-in
minimum
to operate
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2. To prevent unnecessary wear, unplug the pump from
the power output when not in use.
CAUTION: Extended usage of the pump in a partially
submerged or non-submerged situation may cause
the pump to overheat due to lack of heat dissipation
from the water. If this occurs, the pump will shut itself
o󰀨 until the motor cools to its normal temperature.
Repeated overheating may cause damage to the
pump.
RESET
RESET
TEST
TEST
Unplug
Pump
Low Water
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
The motor housing of pump is completely sealed and requires no service. Disassembly of the motor
housing or alteration of the power cord voids all warranty.
1. Periodically unplug pump to inspect the inlet and
remove any debris. Make sure your hands are
dry and that you are not standing in water. Unplug
pump
Remove
debris
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2. If pump clogs, unplug the pump from the power
supply. Attach one end of a garden hose to a
spigot and the other end to pump discharge.
Turn on the spigot to run water through pump to
clean it out.
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3. If the pump becomes clogged, remove the
screen and clean out the area.
Debris in the intake should be routinely removed
from the bottom of the pump to prevent damage
to the pump, which will void the warranty.
Remove
Screen
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
Pump runs,
but no water is
discharged.
1. Hose kinked. 1. Straighten hose.
2. Defective pump. 2. Replace pump.
3. Discharge height too great. 3. Reduce discharge height.
4. Clogged inlet. 4. Clean inlet.
5. Low line voltage. 5. Call power company.
6. Impeller is clogged. 6. Unplug pump and clean out
impeller.
7. Garden hose diameter is too small or
too long.
7. Use larger diameter garden hose
or 1 in. flexible pipe.
Motor runs too hot. 1. Voltage incorrect. 1. Connect to 115 volt GFCI outlet.
2. Restricted discharge hose. 2. Increase hose diameter to 3/4-in.
3. Pump damaged. 3. Replace pump.
4. Plugged or kinked discharge. 4. Clean and straighten hose.
Flow rate is low. 1. Hose kinked. 1. Straighten hose.
2. Clogged impeller. 2. Clear obstruction.
3. Excessive length of hose. 3. Reduce length of outlet hose.
Pump will not run. 1. No power. 1. Verify that unit is plugged into 115
volt GFCI outlet.
2. Motor overheated. 2. Motor has automatic thermal
protector. Wait 15 minutes for
motor to cool.
3. Blown fuse or circuit breaker. 3. Reset the circuit breaker or replace
fuse with a fuse of the proper size.
4. Low line voltage. 4. Call power company.
5. Defective motor. 5. Replace pump.
6. Water level is too low. 6. Allow the water level to rise to
1-3/4 in. or more.
7. GFCI needs to be reset. 7. Press reset button on GFCI outlet.
TROUBLESHOOTING

WARRANTY
This product is warranted for two years from the date of purchase. Subject to the conditions
hereinafter set forth, the manufacturer will repair or replace to the original consumer, any portion of
the product which proves defective due to defective materials or workmanship. This warranty does
not cover replacement parts for failure due to normal wear and tear. To obtain warranty service,
contact the dealer from whom the product was purchased. The manufacturer retains the sole right
and option to determine whether to repair or replace defective equipment, parts or components.
Damage due to conditions beyond the control of the manufacturer is not covered by this warranty.
THIS WARRANTY WILL NOT APPLY:
(a) To defects or malfunctions resulting from failure to properly install, operate or maintain the unit in
accordance with printed instructions provided;
(b) to failures resulting from abuse, accident or negligence or use of inappropriate chemicals or
additives in the water;
(c) to normal maintenance services and the parts used in connection with such service;
(d) to units which are not installed in accordance with normal applicable local codes, ordinances and
good trade practices; and
(e) if the unit is used for purposes other than for what it was designed and manufactured.
RETURN OF WARRANTED COMPONENTS:
Any item to be repaired or replaced under this warranty must be returned to the manufacturer at
Kendallville, Indiana or such other place as the manufacturer may designate, freight prepaid.
THE WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES,
AND MAY NOT BE EXTENDED OR MODIFIED BY ANYONE. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL
BE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY AND THEREAFTER ALL SUCH
IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE DISCLAIMED AND EXCLUDED. THE MANUFACTURER SHALL
NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR
SPECIAL DAMAGES, SUCH AS, BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGE TO, OR LOSS OF, OTHER
PROPERTY OR EQUIPMENT, LOSS OF PROFITS, INCONVENIENCE, OR OTHER INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY TYPE OR NATURE. THE LIABILITY OF THE
MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT UPON WHICH SUCH
LIABILITY IS BASED.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to
state. Some states do not allow limitations on duration of implied warranties or exclusion of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
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In those instances where damages are incurred as a result of an alleged pump failure, the
Homeowner must retain possession of the pump for investigation purposes.
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