Star UTHALC User manual

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SUBMERSIBLE UTILITY
PUMP
MODEL #UTHALC, 2STHALC
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Serial Number Purchase Date
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
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SAFETY INFORMATION
PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
A Pump 1
B Adapter 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.)
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B
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.
These pumps have not been investigated for use in swimming pool areas.
• 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
ITEM
NUMBER HP AMPS
GALLONS PER MINUTE AT DISCHARGE HEIGHT
ABOVE PUMPING LEVEL
0 FT. 5 FT. 10 FT. 15 FT.
UTHALC 1/6 3.0 25 20 15 9
2STHALC 1/4 3.0 30 24 19 11

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WARNING
CAUTION
• 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 circuit equipped 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.
These 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.
• 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.
• PERSONAL INJURY ALERT.
Provide a means of pressure relief if the pump discharge can be shut off 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.
• PROP65 WARNING FOR CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS:
Cancer and Reproductive Harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.go
• 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 ef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).
• PRODUCT DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
Not designed for continuous, ongoing operation. Design life is 4,500 accumulated hours.

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
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Attach garden hose adapter to the pump
discharge and then connect garden hose (not
included) to adapter. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN
THE GARDEN HOSE OR HOSE ADAPTER.
Hand tight plus an additional 1/4 to 1/2 turn
should be sufcient.
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2. Place pump in the water on a hard surface.
Pump will operate continuously whether partially
or fully submerged. Avoid placing pump directly
on sand, dirt, or mud.
Hard
Surface
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3. Plug pump into a properly grounded 115 V AC
power outlet.
GFCI Outlet
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4. Pump has an air valve to prevent air-locking.
Air-locking will keep pump from pumping water.
A small spray of water from the air valve is
normal and does not represent a defective
pump.
Normal
Water
Spray
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. When the water level at bottom of pump drops
to approximately 3/16 in., pump will continue
to run but will stop moving water. Unplug pump
when water stops owing from the hose.
RESET
RESET
TEST
TEST
Unplug
Pump
Low Water
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2. DO NOT RUN DRY. Running pump when it is
not submerged in water will damage the seal
and impeller, and void the warranty.
Do not
run dry
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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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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.
Motor runs too hot. 1. Voltage incorrect. 1. Connect to 115 volt 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 outlet.
2. Motor overheated. 2. Motor has automatic thermal
protector. Wait 15 minutes for
motor to cool.
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 1-866-994-4148.
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.