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Teel Residential
Submersible Sump Pumps
Operating Instructions & Parts Manual 4RJ19, 4RJ20, 4RJ21, 4RJ22 and 4RJ23
Please read and save these instructions. Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install, operate or maintain the product described.
Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information. Failure to comply with instructions could result in personal injury and/or
property damage! Retain instructions for future reference.
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Unpacking and Inspection
Handle with care. Check items received
against packing list to be sure that all
equipment has been received. Inspect
for shipping damage. If found, file
claim with carrier immediately.
General Safety Information
READ AND FOLLOW
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!
This is the safety alert symbol.
When you see this symbol on your
pump or in this manual, look for one of
the following signal words and be alert
to the potential for personal injury.
Warns about
hazards
that will cause serious personal injury,
death or major property damage if
ignored.
Warns about
hazards that can
cause serious personal injury, death or
major property damage if ignored.
Warns about
hazards that will or
can cause minor personal injury or
property damage if ignored.
NOTE: Indicates special instructions
which are important but not related to
hazards.
Electrically powered sump pumps
normally give many years of trouble-
free service when correctly installed,
maintained, and used. However,
unusual circumstances (interruption of
power to the pump, dirt/debris in the
sump, flooding that exceeds the
pump’s capacity, electrical or
mechanical failure in the pump, etc.)
may prevent your pump from
functioning normally. To prevent
possible water damage due to
flooding, consult your dealer about
installing a secondary sump pump, a
DC backup sump pump, and/or a high
water alarm. See the “Troubleshooting
Chart” in this manual for information
about common sump pump problems
and remedies. For more information,
see your dealer or call customer
service.
Know the pump application,
limitations, and potential hazards.
Disconnect power before servicing.
Release all pressure within system
before servicing any component.
Drain all water from system before
servicing.
4RJ19 3/10 9.0 113⁄8”12
5
⁄8”1
1
⁄2” 8’ 77° F 17 lbs. – –
4RJ20 3/10 9.0 113⁄8125⁄811⁄28 77° 18 13” 5”
4RJ21 4/10 13.0 113⁄8125⁄811⁄220 77° 18 – –
4RJ22 4/10 13.0 113⁄8125⁄811⁄28 77° 19 13 5
4RJ23 1/2 12.0 111⁄214 11⁄225 130° 34 121⁄231⁄2
Specifications
Motor Maximum Switch Switch
Full Load Discharge Cord Liquid Shipping On Off
Modeles HP Amps Height Diameter NPT Length Temperature Weight Point Point
Description
This Submersible Sump Pump is designed for home use in draining flooded
excavations, construction sites, and basements. The 115V, 60 Hz, shaded-pole
motors have automatic overload protection, and are oil filled and sealed for cooler
running. Bearings on motor shaft never need lubrication. Model Numbers 4RJ19
and 4RJ21 are manually controlled. Model Numbers 4RJ20, 4RJ22, and 4RJ23 are
equipped with an automatic tethered float switch. Unit is equipped with either an
8, 20, or 25 ft., 3-prong grounding-type power cord. See “Specifications,” below.
Models have cast iron construction with a bottom inlet screen. Model 4RJ23 has a
fiberglass reinforced polypropylene base. Model 4RJ19 includes a garden hose
adapter. Models 4RJ19 and 4RJ20 have a Noryl impeller. Models 4RJ21, 4RJ22 and
4RJ23 have a fiberglass reinforced polypropylene impeller. These pumps are for
use with nonflammable liquids compatible with construction materials only.

General Safety Information
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Secure discharge line before starting
pump. An unsecured discharge line will
whip, possibly causing personal injury
and/or property damage.
Check hoses for weak or worn condition
before each use, making certain that all
connections are secure.
Periodically inspect sump pump and
system components. Keep free of debris
and foreign objects. Perform routine
maintenance as required.
Provide means of pressure relief for
pumps whose discharge line can be
shut-off or obstructed.
Personal Safety:
1. Wear safety glasses at all times when
working with pumps.
2. Keep work area clean, uncluttered
and properly lighted – replace all
unused tools and equipment.
3. Keep visitors at a safe distance from
work area.
4. Make workshop child-proof – with
padlocks, master switches, and by
removing starter keys.
When wiring an electrically driven
pump, follow all electrical and safety
codes that apply.
This equipment is only for use on
115 volt (single phase) and is
equipped with an approved
3-conductor cord and 3-prong,
grounding-type plug. Where a
2-prong wall receptacle is
encountered, it must be replaced
with properly grounded 3-prong
receptacle installed in accordance
with codes and ordinances that
apply.
To reduce risk of
electric shock, pull
plug before servicing. This pump has not
been investigated for use in swimming
pool areas. Pump is supplied with a
grounding conductor and grounding-type
attachment plug. Be sure it is connected
only to a properly grounded grounding-
type receptacle.
All wiring should be performed by a
qualified electrician.
Make certain power source conforms to
requirements of your equipment.
Protect electrical cord from sharp
objects, hot surfaces, oil, and chemicals.
Avoid kinking cord. Replace or repair
damaged or worn cords immediately.
Do not touch an operating motor.
Modern motors are designed to operate
at high temperatures.
Do not handle pump or pump motor
with wet hands or when standing on
wet or damp surface, or in water.
Risk of electric
shock. If your
basement has water or moisture on floor,
do not walk on wet area until all power
has been turned OFF. If shut-off box is in
basement, call electric company or hydro
authority to shut-off service to house, or
call your local fire department for
instructions. Remove pump and repair or
replace. Failure to follow this warning can
result in fatal electrical shock.
Installation
SUMP PUMP INSTALLATION
1. Install pump in sump pit with
minimum diameter of 14" (356mm)
for tethered float switch models.
Sump depth should be 14" minimum
(356mm). Construct sump pit of tile,
concrete, steel, or plastic. Check local
codes for approved materials.
2. Install pump in pit so that switch
operating mechanism has maximum
possible clearance.
3. Pump should not be installed on clay,
earth, or sand surfaces. Clean sump
pit of small stones and gravel which
could clog pump. Keep pump inlet
screen clear.
NOTE: Do not use ordinary pipe joint
compound on plastic pipe. Pipe joint
compound can attack plastics.
4. Install discharge plumbing. When
using rigid pipe, use plastic pipe.
Wrap thread with Teflon tape or use
Plasto Joint Stik1. Screw pipe into
pump hand tight +1 – 11⁄2turns.
Risk of flooding. If a
flexible discharge
hose is used, make sure pump is secured
in sump to prevent movement. Failure to
secure pump may allow pump movement,
switch interference, and prevent pump
from starting or stopping.
5. To reduce motor noise and
vibrations, a short length of rubber
hose (17⁄8" (47.6mm) I.D., e.g. radiator
hose) can be connected into
discharge line near pump using
suitable clamps.
6. Install an in-line check valve to
prevent flow backwards through
pump when pump shuts off.
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Performance Chart
4RJ19 45.8 29.2 12.5 – – 18
4RJ20 45.8 29.2 12.5 – – 18
4RJ21 54.2 41.7 25.8 15.0 – 23
4RJ22 54.2 41.7 25.8 15.0 – 23
4RJ23 62.0 53.0 46.0 42.0 32.0 32
GPM of Water at Total Feet of Head Shut
Model 5’ 10’ 15’ 18’ 23’ Off

Installation (Continued)
Drill a 3/16” hole in the discharge pipe
about 1 - 2” above pump discharge
connection (but below check valve) to
prevent air-locking the pump (not
necessary on Model 4RJ23, which has a
built-in weep hole).
7. Power Supply: Pump is designed for
115 V, 60 Hz., operation and
requires a minimum 15 amp
individual branch circuit. Both pump
and switch are supplied with 3-wire
cord sets with grounding-type
plugs. Switch plug is inserted
directly into outlet and pump plug
inserts into opposite end of switch
plug.
Pump should
always be
electrically grounded to a suitable
electrical ground such as a grounded
water pipe, a properly grounded metallic
raceway, or ground wire system. Do not
cut off round ground pin.
8. If pump discharge line is exposed to
outside sub-freezing atmosphere,
portion of line exposed must be
installed so any water remaining in
pipe will drain to the outfall by
gravity. Failure to do this can cause
water trapped in discharge to
freeze which could result in
damage to pump.
9. After piping and check valve have
been installed, unit is ready for
operation.
10. Check operation by filling sump
with water and observing pump
operation through one complete
cycle.
Failure to make
this operational
check may lead to improper operation,
premature failure, and flooding.
FLOAT SWITCH INSTALLATION
Risk of electric
shock. Shock can
burn or kill. To reduce risk of electric
shock, pull plug before replacing switch.
Be sure switch is connected only to a
properly grounded grounding-type
receptacle. Where a 2-prong wall
receptacle is encountered, it must be
replaced with a properly grounded
3-prong receptacle installed in
accordance with codes and ordinances
that apply.
Short
circuit/electrical
hazard. An incorrect connection may
cause an electric short, produce an
electrical shock, or burn out the pump
motor. Make certain all connections are
correct before plugging switch into
outlet.
The electrical
outlet voltage,
piggy-back plug voltage, and pump
voltage must match. Remove the piggy-
back from the receptacle before
installing or servicing the pump and/or
switch. The electrical outlet must be
located outside of pump chamber.
1. Mount the tether strap either on
the pump or on the discharge pipe.
Make sure that the float can move
freely up and down without
catching on any object.
2. Check tether strap before starting
pump to make sure that it is tight
on the mount and will not allow the
float cord to slip in the mount. If the
cord moves in the mount, the sump
may overflow or the pump may run
constantly.
3. Plug the float switch’s piggy-back
plug into a 3-wire grounded wall
receptacle. Plug pump motor cord
into the piggy-back plug.
4. Fill the sump with water and run
the pump through one complete
cycle to check the switch’s
operation.
Operation
Risk of electric
shock. Do not
handle a pump or pump motor with wet
hands or when standing on wet or damp
surface, or in water.
1. Shaft seal depends on water for
lubrication. Do not operate pump
unless it is submerged in water as
seal may be damaged if allowed to
run dry.
2. Motor is equipped with automatic
reset thermal protector. If
temperature in motor should rise
unduly, switch will cut off all power
before damage can be done to
motor. When motor has cooled
sufficiently, switch will reset
automatically and restart motor. If
protector trips repeatedly, pump
should be removed and checked as
to cause of difficulty. Low voltage,
long extension cords, clogged
impeller, very low head or lift, etc.,
could cause cycling.
3. Pump will not remove all water. If
manually operated pump is
operating and suddenly no water
comes out discharge hose, shut OFF
unit immediately. Water level is
probably very low and unit has
broken prime.
Models 4RJ19, 4RJ20, 4RJ21, 4RJ22 and 4RJ23
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Pivot
Point
Tether Strap
Mounting Clip
Tether
Length
Cable
Mounting
Clamp
Figure 1 – Float Switch Tether Length,
Models 4RJ20, 4RJ22, and 4RJ23.
NOTE: Do not change tether length of
float switch. Float must swing through
its complete arc without interference.

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Maintenance
TO CLEAN/REPLACE IMPELLER
Hazardous voltage.
Can shock, burn, or
kill. Before removing pump from pit for
service, always disconnect electrical
power to pump and control switch.
Risk of electric
shock. Do not
handle pump with wet hands or when
standing on wet or damp surfaces.
1. Unplug cord from power source.
2. Remove pump from pit.
Electrical shock
hazard. Do not lift
pump by power cord. Use lifting ring or
handle for all lifting and lowering of
pump.
3. Remove baffle plate.
4. Remove lower pump body screws
and separate lower pump body
from upper pump body.
5. Hold shaft with screwdriver in slot
in end of shaft. Unscrew impeller
counter clockwise from shaft.
NOTE: Impeller on Model 4RJ23 is not
removable. Clean in place and go to
Step 8.
6. Clean or replace impeller.
7. Thread the clean or new impeller
onto the shaft. Hold shaft with
screwdriver and tighten impeller
firmly hand tight.
8. Remount lower pump body.
9. Reinstall baffle plate.
10. Reinstall pump in pit
11. Plug in unit.
12. Test pump before operating by
filling sump and running pump
through one complete cycle.
Flood hazard.
Failure to make
this operational check may lead to
improper operation, premature failure,
and flooding.
FLOAT SWITCH REPLACEMENT
Remove faulty switch and replace as
indicated in “Float Switch Installation”,
on Page 3.
Limited Warranty
DAYTON ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY. Teel®residential submersible sump pump, Models covered in this manual, are
warranted by Dayton Electric Mfg. Co. (Dayton) to the original user against defects in workmanship or materials under normal use
for one year after date of purchase. Any part which is determined to be defective in material or workmanship and returned to an
authorized service location, as Dayton designates, shipping costs prepaid, will be, as the exclusive remedy, repaired or replaced at
Dayton’s option. For limited warranty claim procedures, see PROMPT DISPOSITION below. This limited warranty gives purchasers
specific legal rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. To the extent allowable under applicable law, Dayton’s liability for consequential and incidental
damages is expressly disclaimed. Dayton’s liability in all events is limited to and shall not exceed the purchase price paid.
WARRANTY DISCLAIMER. Dayton has made a diligent effort to provide product information and illustrate the products in this
literature accurately; however, such information and illustrations are for the sole purpose of identification, and do not express or
imply a warranty that the products are MERCHANTABLE, or FIT FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, or that the products will necessarily
conform to the illustrations or descriptions.
Except as provided below, no warranty or affirmation of fact, expressed or implied, other than as stated in the “LIMITED
WARRANTY” above is made or authorized by Dayton.
PRODUCT SUITABILITY. Many jurisdictions have codes and regulations governing sales, construction, installation, and/or use of
products for certain purposes, which may vary from those in neighboring areas. While Dayton attempts to assure that its products
comply with such codes, it cannot guarantee compliance, and cannot be responsible for how the product is installed or used. Before
purchase and use of a product, review the product applications, and all applicable national and local codes and regulations, and be
sure that the product, installation, and use will comply with them.
Certain aspects of disclaimers are not applicable to consumer products; e.g., (a) some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you; (b) also, some
jurisdictions do not allow a limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, consequently the above limitation may not apply to
you; and (c) by law, during the period of this Limited Warranty, any implied warranties of implied merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose applicable to consumer products purchased by consumers, may not be excluded or otherwise disclaimed.
PROMPT DISPOSITION. Dayton will make a good faith effort for prompt correction or other adjustment with respect to any
product which proves to be defective within limited warranty. For any product believed to be defective within limited warranty,
first write or call dealer from whom the product was purchased. Dealer will give additional directions. If unable to resolve
satisfactorily, write to Dayton at address below, giving dealer’s name, address, date, and number of dealer’s invoice, and describing
the nature of the defect. Title and risk of loss pass to buyer on delivery to common carrier. If product was damaged in transit to
you, file claim with carrier.
Manufactured for Dayton Electric Mfg. Co., 5959 W. Howard St., Niles, Illinois 60714 U.S.A.

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Symptom Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action
Pump won’t 1. Blown fuse 1. If blown, replace with fuse of proper size
start or run 2. Low line voltage 2. If voltage is under recommended minimum, check
size of wiring from main switch on property. If OK,
contact power company or hydro authority
3. Defective motor 3. Replace pump
4. Defective float switch 4. Replace float switch
5. Impeller not turning 5. If impeller won’t turn, remove lower pump body
and locate source of binding
6. Float switch obstructed 6. Remove obstruction
Pump starts and 1. Backflow of water from piping 1. Install or replace check valve
stops too often 2. Faulty float switch 2. Replace float switch
Pump won’t shut off 1. Defective float switch 1. Replace float switch
2. Restricted discharge (obstacle in piping) 2. Remove pump and clean pump and piping
3. Float switch obstructed 3. Remove obstruction
Pump operates but 1. Low line voltage 1. If voltage is under recommended minimum, check
delivers little or size of wiring from main switch on property. If OK,
no water contact power company or hydro authority
2. Something caught in impeller 2. Clean out impeller
3. Vent hole plugged 3. Clean out vent hole
4. Worn or defective parts 4. Replace pump
Troubleshooting Chart

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For Repair Parts, call 1-800-323-0620
24 hours a day – 365 days a year
(†) If motor fails, replace entire pump.
(*) Standard hardware item, purchase locally.
1Float switch – 4RK04 – 4RK29 1
2 Switch/power cord PS17-54 PS17-54 PS17-59 PS17-53 1
3 #8 - 1/2” Self-tapping screw * * * * 9
4 Cable clamp – CC0030-13 – CC0030-13 1
5 Motor † † † † 1
6 Upper pump body PS1-24AB PS1-24AB PS1-24AB PS1-24AB 1
7 Upper pump body screw U30-912PS U30-912PS U30-912PS U30-912PS 4
8 Impeller PS5-19P PS5-19P PS5-20P PS5-20P 1
9 Lower pump body PS4-18P PS4-18P PS4-18P PS4-18P 1
10 Lower pump body screw U30-539SS U30-539SS U30-539SS U30-539SS 8
11 Baffle plate U43-141P U43-141P U43-141P U43-141P 1
Ref. 4RJ19 4RJ20 4RJ21 4RJ22
No. Description 3/10 HP 3/10 HP 4/10 HP 4/10 HP Qty.
Repair Parts List
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7
6
2
3
4
1
5
9
10
11
Please provide
following information:
– Model number
– Serial number (if any)
– Part description and number as shown in
parts list
Address parts correspondence to:
Grainger Parts
P.O. Box 3074
1657 Shermer Road
Northbrook, IL 60065-3074 U.S.A.
Figure 2 – Repair Parts Illustration

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For Repair Parts, call 1-800-323-0620
24 hours a day – 365 days a year
(†) If motor fails, replace entire pump.
1 Cable clamp CC0030-13 1
2
#8 - 1/2” Self-tapping screw U30-539SS 1
3
Cord connector PS17-46P 1
4
O-Ring U9-370 1
5
Cord and plug PW17-286 1
6 Float switch 4RK23 1
7
Motor/upper volute † 1
8
Lower pump body PS1-34P 1
9
#10 - 32 x 1” Hex washer head screw, self tapping U30-966SS 7
10 Baffle plate U43-142SS 1
11
#6 x 1/4” Self-tapping screw U30-972SS 1
12
#10 - 32 x 1
1
⁄ 8 ” Hex washer head screw, self tapping U30-967SS 1
Ref. 4RJ23
No. Description 1/2 HP Qty.
Repair Parts List
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7
8
9
11
12
10
12
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Please provide
following information:
– Model number
– Serial number (if any)
– Part description and number as shown in
parts list
Address parts correspondence to:
Grainger Parts
P.O. Box 3074
1657 Shermer Road
Northbrook, IL 60065-3074 U.S.A.
Figure 3 – Repair Parts Illustration

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