Star S1108 User manual

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1. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, a properly grounded
receptacle of grounding type must be installed and protected
by a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) and in accordance
with national electrical code and local codes.
2. Make certain that the 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 sufcient voltage to the pump motor. But more
important, they could present a safety hazard if the insulation
were to become damaged or the connection end were to fall
into the sump.
3. Testing for Ground. As a safety measure, each electrical
outlet should be checked for ground using an Underwriters
Laboratory Listed circuit analyzer which will indicate if the
power, neutral and ground wires are correctly connected to
your outlet. If they are not, call a qualied electrician.
4. For electrical safety, it is recommended that a GFCI be
installed.
5. FOR YOUR PROTECTION, ALWAYS DISCONNECT PUMP
FROM ITS POWER SOURCE BEFORE HANDLING. 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 GROUND PIN. To reduce the risk of electrical shock,
a properly grounded receptacle of grounding type must be
installed and protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) in accordance with national electrical code and local
codes.
6. Installation and checking of electrical circuits and hardware
should only be performed by a qualied licensed electrician.
7. Risk of electric shock - These pumps have not been
investigated for use in swimming pool and marine areas.
8. According to the state of California (Prop 65), this product
contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
NOTICE TO INSTALLER: Instructions must remain with installation. FW0131
0415
Supersedes
0202
Model S1108
CRAWL SPACE®PUMPING SYSTEM
PREINSTALLATION CHECKLIST
Through research and development, design, testing and manufacturing, we have been able to bring products to the market that
solve problems that plague consumers, industry, and the environment. This commitment to our customers has enabled them to enjoy
returns of our joint efforts.
1. Inspect your unit. Occasionally, products are damaged during shipment. If the unit is damaged, contact your dealer before using.
DO NOT remove the test plugs in the cover nor the motor housing.
2. Carefully read the literature provided to familiarize yourself with specic details regarding installation and use. These materials
should be retained for future reference.
1. Check to be sure your power source is adequate for handling
the voltage requirements of the motor, as indicated on the
pump or basin plate.
2. 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 pump
name plate.
3. Pump should be checked frequently for debris and/or build
up which may interfere with the oat “on” or “off” position.
Repair and service should be performed by an Authorized
Service Station only.
4. A CHECK VALVE MAY BE REQUIRED TO REDUCE
UNNECESSARY CYCLING OF PUMP.
5. Dewatering pumps are not designed or intended for handling
raw sewage.
6. Maximum operating temperature for Crawl Space Drain
Pumps must not exceed 130°F (54°C).
SEE BELOW FOR LIST OF WARNINGS
CAUTION
SEE BELOW FOR LIST OF CAUTIONS
REFER TO WARRANTY PAGE 2.
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.
Product information presented
here reects conditionso at time of
publication. Consult factory regarding
discrepancies or inconsistencies.
STAR®
95 N. Oak St. •Kendallville, IN 46755

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Limited Warranty
Manufacturer warrants, to the purchaser and subsequent owner during the
warranty period, every new product to be free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and service, when properly used and main-
tained, for a period of one year from date of purchase by the end user, or 18
months from date of original manufacture of the product, whichever comes rst.
Parts that fail within the warranty period, one year from date of purchase by the
end user, or 18 months from the date of original manufacture of the product,
whichever comes rst, that inspections determine to be defective in material or
workmanship, will be repaired, replaced or remanufactured at Manufacturer's
option, provided however, that by so doing we will not be obligated to replace
an entire assembly, the entire mechanism or the complete unit. No allowance
will be made for shipping charges, damages, labor or other charges that may
occur due to product failure, repair or replacement.
This warranty does not apply to and there shall be no warranty for any material
or product that has been disassembled without prior approval of Manufacturer,
subjected to misuse, misapplication, neglect, alteration, accident or act of
nature; that has not been installed, operated or maintained in accordance
with Manufacturer's installation instructions; that has been exposed to outside
substances including but not limited to the following: sand, gravel, cement,
mud, tar, hydrocarbons, hydrocarbon derivatives (oil, gasoline, solvents,
etc.), or other abrasive or corrosive substances, wash towels or feminine
sanitary products, etc. in all pumping applications. The warranty set out in
the paragraph above is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied;
and we do not authorize any representative or other person to assume for us
any other liability in connection with our products.
Contact Manufacturer at, 95 N Oak St., Kendallville, IN 46755, Attention:
Customer Service Department to obtain any needed repair or replacement
of part(s) or additional information pertaining to our warranty.
MANUFACTURER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR SPECIAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OR BREACH OF EX-
PRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTY; AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND OF MERCHANTABILITY
SHALLBELIMITEDTOTHE DURATION OF THE EXPRESSEDWARRANTY.
Some states do not allow limitations on the duration of an implied warranty,
so the above limitation may not apply to you. Some states do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
1. Read all instructions before beginning installation.
2. Be sure the installation does not exceed a maximum vertical lift of 16 feet.
3. Be sure the basin is level within 1/8” across the diameter.
4. Do not over torque extension tank attachment bolts.
5. Use backll gravel that is larger than the slots in the basin.
6. Test operation of pump per STEP 5.
Ten Helpful Hints For Easy Installation
7. Do not over tighten bushing, check valve, or hose clamp.
8. Plug pump into a properly grounded, constant voltage source.
9. Do not plug into a device that runs intermittently.
10. Obtain model number and date code prior to calling factory.
1. DO read all installation material included with the pump.
2. DO inspect unit for any visible damage caused by shipping. Contact dealer
if unit appears to be damaged.
3. DO clean all debris from the pump reservoir.
4. DO always disconnect pump from power source before handling. DO
always connect to a separately protected and properly grounded ground
fault protected circuit. DO NOT ever cut, splice or damage power cord.
DO NOT carry or lift pump by its power cord. DO NOT use an extension
cord with this Crawl Space Pumping System.
Do’s And Don't’s For Installing A Unit
5. DO NOT use a discharge pipe smaller than the diameter of the hose kit.
6. DO test pump immediately after installation to be sure that the system is
working properly.
7. DO review all applicable local and national codes and verify that the
installation conforms to each of them.
8. DO inspect and test system for proper operations at least every 3 months.

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Performance Characteristics
PUMP PERFORMANCE CURVE
FLOW PER MINUTE
LITERS 0 80
5
20
15
10
GALLONS
TOTAL DYNAMIC HEAD
0
2
4
6
10 20 30
160
40 50
FEET
METERS
IL1842
Feet Meters Gal. Liters
5 1.5 43 163
10 3.0 34 129
15 4.6 19 72
Shut-off Head: 19.25 ft. (5.9m)

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EXTENSION
GROUND LEVEL
COMPLETE INSTALLATION
OF DRAIN LINES OR
WEEP TILES
"SLOTTED" BASIN
20"
EXCAVATED PIT
DRAIN LINES
OR WEEP TILES
38 1/8"
CRAWL SPACE
CRAWL SPACE
SLOPE AWAY FROM
STRUCTURE
DRAINAGE GUTTER
DRAINAGE GUTTER
POOLING
WATER
LOCATE BASIN AT
"LOW" SPOT
LOCATE BASIN AT
"LOW" SPOT
POOLING
WATER
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
EXTERIOR APPLICATION
CRAWL SPACE APPLICATION
STRUCTURE STRUCTURE
STEP 1 Site Selection for Drain Basin
Note: If freezing of the discharge line is possible, refer to Step 6.
1.1) Select a location that is a “low spot” or an area that naturally
collects water. Refer to Figure 1.1. Grade crawl space so
water will drain toward pit. Place plastic sheeting on ground.
Note: If weep tiles or drain lines are to be used, then select a basin
location that will provide the most efcient drainage. Figure 1.1
STEP 2 Installation of Basin (Typical Crawl Space Application)
Note: Proceed to STEP 2A if installing “Slotted” basin with ex-
tension kit.
2.1) Excavate the site to the dimension shown in Figure 2.1.
Note: If weep tiles or drain lines are to be used, rough-in plumbing
should be completed at this time.
2.2) Lower basin into pit (Refer to Figure 2.2). Complete instal-
lation of weep or drain lines.
STEP 2A Installation of “Slotted” Basin with Optional Extension Kit
2A.1) Excavate the site to the dimensions shown in Figure 2A.1.
Note: If weep tiles or drain lines are to be used, rough-in plumbing should be completed
at this time.
2A.2) Attach the extension to the basin with the four bolts provided in the extension kit.
Refer to Figure 2A.2.
2A.3) Lower basin into pit and complete the installation of weep tiles or drain lines. Refer
to Figure 2A.3.
Note: If concrete is to be poured around the top of the extension, then make the pit
depth 34½” to provide for access.
SK1798
GROUND LEVEL
14 7/8"
20"
GROUND LEVEL
EXCAVATED PIT
DRAIN LINES
OR WEEP TILES
SLOTTED BASIN
COMPLETE INSTALLATION
OF DRAIN LINES OR
WEEP TILES.
Figure 2.1
Figure 2.2 SK1800
Figure 2A.1 Figure 2A.3
Figure 2A.2
SK1803
SK1802
SK1801
DETAIL "A"
WASHER
DRILL 4 THROUGH
HOLES AROUND EXTENSION
USING HOLES IN "SLOTTED"
BASIN TO LOCATE HOLES
ON EXTENSION
(SEE DETAIL A)
(4) #10-24X1" LONG SCREWS
EXTENSION KIT
"SLOTTED" BASIN WALL
EXTENSION KIT WALL
NUT
WASHER
"SLOTTED" BASIN
DETAIL "A"

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"SLOTTED" BASIN
25' CORD
DRAIN LINES OR
WEEP TILES
PRIMARY PUMP
BACKFILL
GRAVEL
DRAIN LINES OR
WEEP TILES
PRIMARY PUMP
"SLOTTED" BASIN
BACKFILL
GRAVEL
DISCHARGE LINE
GROUND LEVEL
EXTENSION 25' CORD
DISCHARGE LINE
GROUND LEVEL
GROUND LEVEL
O-RING
2" FLEXIBLE
DISCHARGE LINE HOLE.
1 1/4" ELECTRICAL
ACCESS HOLE.
25' CORD
EXTENSION
GROUND LEVEL
1/2" DIA. INLET DRAIN HOLE
EXTENSION KIT LID
DISCHARGE LINE
DRAIN LINES OR
WEEP TILES
"SLOTTED" BASIN
PRIMARY PUMP
EXTENSION
1 1/4" ELECTRICAL
ACCESS HOLE.
"SLOTTED" BASIN LID
2" FLEXIBLE
DISCHARGE LINE HOLE.
DISCHARGE LINE
"SLOTTED" BASIN
DRAIN LINES OR
WEEP TILES
PRIMARY PUMP
25' CORD
STEP 3 Installation of Pump and Cover
3.1) Attach the exible discharge hose to pump and lower into pit.
3.2) Attach lid and complete discharge line connections.
Note: Attach the lid to the extension with O-ring (included).
CAUTION
DO NOT
USE LID SUPPLIED WITH
SLOTTED BASIN IF USING
EXTENSION KIT.
Figure 3.1 Figure 3.2 SK1799
Figure 4.2
STEP 4 Backll Pit
4.1) Backll pit as shown in Figure 4.1 & 4.2.
Figure 4.1 SK1807

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DISCHARGE
LINE PVC
PIPING
FROST LINE
GROUND
BACKFILL
GRAVEL
FLEXIBLE HOSE
CLAMP
CHECK VALVE
(SUPPLIED BY OTHERS)
BUSHING
NOTE: FLOAT
AND SWITCH
NOT SHOWN
FOR CLARITY.
Figure 6.1
STEP 6 Freezing Protection
Note: If there is the possibility of the discharge line freezing, then install the discharge line as recommended in Figure 6.1.
SK1822
STEP 5 Testing of System
5.1) Plug in pump.
5.2) Pour water through lid until pump comes on.
5.3) Check all discharge line connections for leaks or obstructions.
5.4) If the pump begins to “short cycle” as described in part “C” of the
troubleshooting guide, then it will be necessary to install a check
valve in the discharge line. This will prevent water from draining from
the discharge line back into the pit. Refer to Figure 5.1. If a check
valve is installed, the discharge pipe must be protected from freezing.
Refer to Step 6 for freezing protection.
5.5) If after completing the above procedures the system is not operating
properly, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide.
Figure 5.1 SK1805

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24' FLEXIBLE
HOSE KIT
"SLOTTED" BASIN
PUMP
LID
1
2
3
4
Replacement Parts List
1 Pump 1 012319
2 “Slotted” Basin 1 012172
3 Lid 1 012173
4 Hose Kit 1 1010-0117
REF.
NO. DESCRIPTION NOTES
6/98
to
Present
QTY
SK1824
VARIABLE LEVEL FLOAT SWITCH
ALARM PANEL
ACCESSORIES
ITEM P/N DESCRIPTION QTY
5 10-0786 Extension Kit and Lid 1
6 10-0770 Weather Tight Junction Box 1
7 10-1494 Alarm 1
SK1858
8
EXTENSION KIT
AND LID
WEATHER TIGHT
JUNCTION BOX
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Trouble Shooting Guide
Condition Possible Cause Remedy
A. PUMP WILLNOT START OR RUN. Blown fuse. Have a qualied electrician check circuit.
Low voltage.
Thermal overload open. Contact Authorized Service Station.
Impeller bound.
Motor or wiring shorted.
Switch defective.
Damaged oat.
Float assembly bound. Check for debris around oat.
B. PUMP TRIPS OVERLOAD OR
BLOWS FUSE.
Incorrect voltage. Have qualied electrician check circuit.
Impeller bound. Contact Authorized Service Station.
Motor shorted.
C. PUMP STARTS AND STOPS
TOO OFTEN.
Short cycling (No check valve in
discharge line to prevent water from draining
back into pit).
Refer to STEP 5 for installation of check
valve.
Defective oat. Contact Authorized Service Station.
D. PUMP WILL NOT SHUT OFF. Debris under oat. Remove debris as necessary.
Switch defective. Contact Authorized Service Station.
Switch out of adjustment.
E. PUMP OPERATES BUT
DELIVERS LITTLE OR NO
WATER.
Weep hole plugged (Air-locked). Clear weep hole as necessary.
Obstruction in discharge line. Clear lines as necessary.
Discharge head exceeds capacity. Refer to pump performance chart on page
3, or contact factory.
Low voltage. Have qualied electrician check circuit.
Discharge line frozen. Clear and protect from freezing (See STEP 6).
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 ooded conditions, contact your local electric
company or a qualied licensed electrician for disconnecting
electrical service prior to pump removal.
If the above checklist does not solve the problem, call
1-800-742-5044.Do not attempt to service or otherwise disas-
semble pump.