Star 148004 User manual

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BATTERY-POWERED
UTILITY PUMP
MODEL #148004
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Serial Number Purchase Date
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
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SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
Pump 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.)
• PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT.
Always remove batteries from the pump before inspection.
• PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT.
This pump has not been tested or approved for use in swimming pools or in saltwater marine
areas.
• PRODUCT DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
Do not disassemble the motor. This pump has NO repairable internal parts.
• CHEMICAL ALERT.
This product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
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.
MODEL
NUMBER
DISCHARGE
SIZE
MAX
LIFT CAPACITY
148004 GARDEN HOSE
ADAPTER 3 FT. UP TO 3 GPM

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CAUTION
• 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.
Always make sure the pump is turned o󰀨 as soon as water is no longer being pumped.
• PRODUCT DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
DO NOT RUN DRY. Operating the pump without water will damage seals and cause pump failure,
voiding the warranty.
• PRODUCT DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
Keep the pump, base, and inlet screen free of debris and foreign objects.
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
Requires 3 D-size alkaline batteries
– tested with Duracell® and Rayovac® brands (sold separately)
PREPARATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
This submersible utility pump is designed for portable applications. It can drain or remove water from
the following: small sh tanks, sump pits, sinks, window wells, swimming pool covers, boats, or other
small, ooded areas.
The pump includes a clear hose that is permanently attached. The end of this hose has a garden hose
adapter that can be connected to standard garden hose.
1. Remove the top cover from the pump by turning
the handle counter-clockwise.
Top cover
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BATTERY INSTALLATION

4. CAUTION: Remove batteries from the pump
when they are discharged, or when the pump
will be stored for an extended time. Batteries
can leak and damage the pump electrical circuit. Top cover
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3. Insert three alkaline ‘D’ cell batteries (not
included) into the battery compartment. When
inserting the battery compartment back into the
pump, the side with the 2 large brass pads goes
down, touching the springs inside the pump.
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2. Remove the battery compartment.
Battery
compartment
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1. Before turning the pump on, place it in water and
unwind the hose completely. Water level must be
at least 1-1/4 in. before the pump will operate.
CAUTION: To prevent clogging, be sure the
pump is an area that is free from debris. If pump
is turned on before it is submerged, it may take
10 - 30 seconds for water to begin owing.
CAUTION: Check hose and connections for
leaks and kinks. A straight hose will allow the
pump to move more water faster.
Attached Hose
Water
Level
Minimum 1-1/4 in.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3. Press the power switch on the pump to turn it
on. Hold the pump until water ows from the
hose, and be sure the pump is free from debris.
Power
button
Water
Level
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2. If you want the pump to oat, remove the lter
screen from the bottom of the pump. The pump
will then oat in an upright position. This is ideal
for pumping water with debris at the bottom or
where the water depth is more than the hose
length.
Filter screen
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Turn pump off before performing any maintenance.
1. Periodically inspect the pump to be sure the inlet is free of debris.
4. Once the pump is no longer pumping water,
turn it o󰀨 by pressing the power switch. Remove
the pump and hose when nished pumping
and ush the pump thoroughly with fresh, clean
water.
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1. To clean debris from the pump:
a. Turn the pump upside down. Using a Phillips
screwdriver, unscrew the two lter screen
screws and remove the lter screen.
b. Clean out any debris.
c. If there is debris inside the pump, unscrew
the impeller chamber cap screws to access
the impeller and remove debris.
d. Replace impeller chamber cap, impeller
chamber cap screws, lter screen and lter
screen screws.
Filter screen
Filter screen screws
Impeller chamber cap
Impeller chamber
cap screws
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
Pump won’t start or
run.
1. The batteries need to be replaced. 1. Replace the batteries.
2. There is water inside the pump. 2. Remove the pump cover and
batteries, and dry the inside of
the pump. Allow the pump to dry
completely before re-installing the
batteries.
The pump runs
but does not pump
water.
1. The screen is blocked. 1. Clean the screen or impeller.
2. The hose is kinked, bent or coiled. 2. Straighten the hose.
3. The pump is airlocked. 3. Allow 10 - 30 seconds for the pump
to run in order to clear the airlock.
If this does not work, turn off the
pump, remove any additional
hoses, remove from water, place
back in the water and turn on.
4. The discharge height is too high. 4. Reduce the discharge height. The
maximum discharge height is 36
in. (3 ft.)
5. Additional garden hose is not sloping
downhill away from the pump.
5. When using long sections of
additional garden hose, the hose
must sloped away from the pump
so that gravity can help the water
flow. Slope the garden hose
downhill.
TROUBLESHOOTING

WARRANTY
This product is warranted for one year from the date of purchase or two years from the date of
manufacture, whichever occurs rst. 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 retailer 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. For warranty questions or service, call
1-800-742-5044.
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; (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) 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 such 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.