Turbo T03209 User manual

5
Model
T03209
T03209
TOUGH AND RELIABLE
UTILITY PUMP
Professional Series
• Can also be used to boost pressure
• Pressure switch at discharge for
automatic operation
12V DC/115V AC 60Hz
Suction and discharge:
Garden hose
Electric cables:
9’with switch
1/12HP
350 GPH
Head of
40’ (12m)
©2013 TURBO Printed in Canada TI020
US GPH LPH
5’ 350 1325
20’ 320 1210
40’ 250 950
Friction loss not included
2YEAR WARRANTY
REPAIR PARTS
REF. PART DESCRIPTION
1 310977 Pump body
2 310978 Pump body bolts (4)
3 310979 Motor
4 310982 Adaptors (2)
5 310980 Transformer
6 310984 Power cable clamp
2
3
1
6
4
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TO THE PROFESSIONAL OR INSTALLER:
Instructions must remain with installation.
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
Please read these instructions carefully.
Note before you proceed with the
installation of this product that the
manufacturer’s guideline has to be
respected. Failure to comply to instructions
and designed operation of this product,
may void the warranty.
Your product has been carefully packaged
at the factory to prevent damage during
shipping. However, occasional damage
may occur due to rough handling. Carefully
inspect your product for damages that could
cause failures. Report any damage to your
carrier or your point of purchase.
SAFETY INTRUCTIONS:
Before installation and operation, follow these
procedures:
1- Check with your local electrical and
plumbing codes to ensure you comply with
the regulations. These codes have been
designed with your safety in mind. Be sure
you comply with them.
2- Do not submerge motor or allow maotor to
be exposed to water. Personal injury and/or
death could result.
3- This pump model becomes very hot during
operation.
4- Do not pump gasoline or other explosive
liquids. Do not operate pump where
ammable or explosive fumes or gases are
present as a re or explosion could result.
PRIOR TO ANY USE CHECK-UP:
A- Inspect the pump for any obvious condition
that necessitates cleaning, correction,
adjustement or repair.
B- Clear the water source and the surroundings
of any paper, leaves or other debris that
might clog the input openings. Remove
anything that might oat into the suction
area.
C- Assure that the pump is secure for proper
operation.
D- Assure that there is adequate clearance from
any combustible materials or structure.
Stored materials must be kept away from
the pump. Shelves or cabinet structures must
not be in close proximity over the pump.
E- Observe that the plumbing can distribute the
pumped water safely to the discharge point.
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONS:
1- The automatic thermal overload protection
shuts the motor o when it overheats.
Normally, motor cools and restarts
automatically.
2- If this pump is used for pumping abrasive
liquids such as lake water, keep inlet above
mud and sand. Any abrasive liquids will
damage the pump and void warranty.
3- This pump will handle most common water-
based liquids at temperatures of 35°F to
100°F (1°C to 38°C). Thick liquids, fuels
(gasoline, etc) or any other liquids including
petroleum products, or other ammable
liquids, solvents, thinners and strong acids
are totally prohibited and will void warranty.
4- This unit have been designed to pump
water only. This unit is not designed for
applications involving salt water, brine. Use
with salt, brine will void warranty.
5- Use 1/2’’ (13mm) minimum pipe. Note that
best performance occurs when the suction
line is as short as possible and close to the
water source. For any lines of 40’ or longer,
install a 3/4’’ discharge (19mm) pipe size.
6- The motor is drip-proof but not waterproof.
7- Never add oil to motor.
INSTALLATION STEPS:
STEP 1
Fill the inlet pipe with liquid after installing the
foot valve.
STEP 2
Install the suctionline, then connect the
discharge line.
STEP 3
Install on a 12 volt battery, or another acceptable
power source.
STEP 4
Unplug pump whenn liquid supply is exhausted.
Running the pump dry will damage the pump
body.
NOTICE:
Never run this pump dry.

PRIMING:
This unit will prime to 10 feet if you follow
these instructions. Add water to suction pipe
and install a foot valve for easier priming. For
a suction from 10’ to 20’ depth, a foot valve is
mandatory and the suction line must be lled
before pump start. If the pump does not prime
within one (1) minute, unplug from receptacle
and perform next steps:
1- Air leaks in suction pipe. For a garden hose,
be sure the ttings are tight and rubber
washers are in good condition. For other
pipe types, use teon tape on all threads.
2- Verify foot valve action.
3- Verify for collapsed suction hose or plugged
suction line.
4- Verify for liquid supply too far away or too far
below pump (more than 20 feet).
5- Worn out pump body. Order a new pump
body.
WARRANTY LIMITATION:
The following situations void the warranty:
A- Running pump dry.
B- Handling severe abrasive solution, fuels (gas,
etc.) or other ammable liquids, thinner, acid
or other strong chemical solutions.
C- Handling liquids hotter than 100°F (38°C).
D- Normal wear.
E- User abuse, including immersing pump.
F- Commercial or industrial use.
G- Alterations to electric cord or plug.
H- Wholly or partly disassembled motor.
Motor does not run
Pump does not
deliver to full capacity
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE CHECK LIST
PROBABLE CAUSE ACTION
Thermal overcharge
Defective motor
Low water level
Jammed pump body
Plugged foot valve
Blocked suction/inlet
Blocked line/pipe
Worn pump body
Defective motor
Cool the motor
Repair/replace
Add water and verify
Clean
Clean/replace
Check for debris in pit and clean
Check for debris or ice
Replace
Replace
TO THE END CONSUMER:
If you have any problem with the product, before advising the store, where you’ve purchased
the pump, please contact us at 514 337-4415, and ask for our customer service desk. They will
be pleased to help you with any questions you might have, concerning your installation.

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