Wayne WAPC250 Instructions for use

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Auto On-Off Water Removal
Pool Cover Pump
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS & PARTS MANUAL
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Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage, serious injury or death.
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(1) POOL COVER PUMP
(1) PUMP STRAINER
STEP 1 - VERIFY PACKAGE CONTENTS
STEP 2 - INSTALL CHECK VALVE
STEP 3 - ATTACH STRAINER
STEP 4 - CONNECT GARDEN HOSE
STEP 5 - SECURE ROPE TO STRAINER
STEP 6 - POSITION ON POOL COVER
STEP 7 - PLUG INTO GFCI OUTLET
FOR FURTHER PLACEMENT TECHNIQUES AND
DETAILED INSTALLATION FOR INGROUND AND
ABOVE GROUND POOL APPLICATIONS, REFER
TO PAGE 3 - FIGURES (A-E).
(1) CHECK VALVE/HOSE
ADAPTER
(1) 25' ROPE
ROTATE PUMP
DOWN TO LOCK
LISTEN FOR PUMP
TO "CLICK" IN PLACE
FEED ROPE THROUGH
LOOP ON STRAINER AND
SECURE WITH KNOT
CLICK
TOP
INSTALL CHECK VALVE
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Auto On-Off Water Removal
Pool Cover Pump
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS & PARTS MANUAL
READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL - DO NOT DISCARD.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage, serious injury or death.
Risk of electric shock. This pump
has NOT been tested for use in marine
areas. NEVER place pump in pools while people are in the water.
Do NOT handle pump with wet hands or when standing in water
or on a damp surface. Pump is designed to be used in closed and
covered pools only. Water accumulated on pool cover can cause
injury or death. Proper installation of pool cover pump and periodic
maintenance is recommended. Failure to follow COULD result in
death or serious injury.
1. Wear safety glasses at all times when working
with pumps.
2. The unit MUST be plugged into a properly
grounded GFCI outlet. Consult with a qualified
electrician for proper installation of a GFCI OUTLET.
3. DO NOT MOVE, POSITION, RETRIEVE, OR CARRY PUMP
USING THE POWER CORD OR THE DISHCHARGE HOSE,
damage to the pump or power cord may occur. Use the
handle supplied on the pump or attach a string to the strainer
to position as instructed.
APPLICATION AND OPERATION
Do NOT use pump if any part of the housing
switch or probe is cracked, broken, or missing.
Always disconnect
electric supply
before attempting to install, service,
relocate, or perform any maintenance. If
the power source is out of sight, lock and
tag in open (off) position to prevent unexpected power application.
Failure to do so WILL result in fatal electrical shock!
Electric shock hazard. Use only
Underwriters Laboratories
(UL)- listed extension cord with #16 gauge or larger wire
that is labeled for outdoor use. Use polarized grounding
type plugs only. Polarized plugs have one blade slightly
wider than the other and can only be inserted one way into the
outlet. If using an extension cord, do NOT allow pump cord/
extension cord connection to fall into swimming pool or come in
contact with water. Pump/extension cord connection must be kept
dry and away from moisture. Do NOT handle plug connector near
water. Failure to follow these instructions WILL result in death or
serious injury.
This unit is NOT designed for use
as a sump pump or in sump
applications. This unit is NOT designed for use in septic
tanks or underground vaults to pump raw sewage or
effluents. NEVER use in hazardous or explosive locations.
DESCRIPTION
This portable, Auto On-Off Pool Cover pump is designed for
automatic removal of water, from a pool or spa cover. The units
are equipped with a 25 ft. 3-prong grounding type power cord.
The provided discharge check valve prevents short cycling and
it's 3/4 in adapter can be used for convenient attachment to a
standard garden hose.
UNPACKING
Inspect this unit before it is used. Occasionally, products are
damaged during shipment. If the pump or components are
damaged, contact customer service at 1-800-237-0987.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
To help recognize this information, observe the following signal
words/hazard classifications.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to
potential bodily injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible harm.
Danger indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if NOT avoided, WILL result
in death or serious injury.
Warning indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if NOT avoided, COULD
result in death or serious injury.
Caution indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if NOT avoided, MAY result
in minor or moderate injury.
Notice indicates important information, that if
NOT followed, MAY cause damage to equipment.
NOTE:Note indicates information that requires special attention.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
GENERAL SAFETY
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operation should be allowed to use the unit. Keep away
from children!
This pump is NOT rated for use
with flammable/combustible
liquids vapors or dusts. Do NOT use to pump flammable/
combustible liquids vapors or dusts. Do NOT use in a
flammable and/or explosive atmosphere. Pump SHOULD
be used to pump clear water ONLY. Failure to follow these
instructions WILL result in bodily injury or death.
Electric shock hazard! GFCI
receptacles will provide protection
against line to ground faults only. The ground fault
receptacle does NOT limit the magnitude of fault current
and will NOT prevent an electrical shock. Replace damaged cord
immediately.
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WAYNE/Scott Fetzer Company.
Do NOT disassemble or alter this
product in any way. Failure to
follow these instructions WILL result in serious injury or
death.
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POOL
COVER
APPLICATION AND OPERATION (CON'T)
1. This pump has been designed with 1-1/4 in. NPT discharge
connection size. Attach pipe or fitting to the discharge or use
the supplied garden hose adapter/check valve. Thread the
female end of the garden hose to the male end of the garden
hose adapter/check valve.
2. Use a hose washer (not included) on the garden hose for
correct pump operation.
3. For best pump performance, unwind the hose before starting
the pump. This will help remove any kinks or binds in the
hose and allow the unit to pump with less restriction.
a. DO NOT place the pump on a weak, damaged, or leaking
pool cover. Placing the pump on a damaged pool cover
could cause the cover to give way, or could allow the pump
to remove treated swimming water from the pool in addition
to rainwater.
b. Install the “snap-on” debris strainer. Begin by lining up the
pump base profile with the profile of the strainer base using
the switch housing as a guide. Tilt the pump back and guide
the rear of the pump (opposite the discharge) into the strainer
base. Once the rear of the pump is in place, gently rotate the
pump down until the latch engages.
c. To remove debris strainer release latch and guide pump out
of strainer in the reverse motion of installation.
4. With pump unplugged set the pump on the pool cover,
where water will collect. Do NOT set the pump directly on
mud, sand surfaces or in leaves. For best results make sure
the pump strainer is making full contact with a clean area of
the pool cover. This will allow the strainer to properly filter
debris and help prevent clogging of the pump. If necessary
clear an area of the pool cover before placing the pump. For
further placement techniques see (Figures A-E).
PULL ACROSS PUMP INSTALLATION
To aid in pump placement on pool cover, secure provided 25
ft. rope to the pull to shore loop (Figure B).
Figure A - In-ground pool installation (cut-away view)
A2
A3
15' MAXIMUM
PUMPING HEIGHT
DISCHARGE
HOSE
AVOID PINCHING OR
DAMAGING POWER CORD
AND HOSE ON POOL EDGE
A1
A1. Connect discharge hose to pump check valve and place
hose end away from pool, where water will be displaced.
A2. Attach provided 25 ft. rope to handle of pump, and
lower pump onto pool cover where water will collect.
A3. Do NOT exceed the 15 ft. maximum pumping height for
this pump or switch may not function properly. Plug in pump
to allow for automatic operation.
For REMOVAL unplug pump and retrieve using rope.
Figure B - Pull to shore loop
FEED ROPE
THROUGH LOOP AND
SECURE WITH KNOT
D1. Holding the provided 25 ft. rope, walk around pool until
you are even with the pump on the opposite side.
D2. Pull the 25 ft. rope towards you until the pump is in the
center of the pool cover where water will collect. Secure
rope for easy removal (see Figure E) when weather permits.
Plug in pump to allow for automatic operation.
Figure C - Pull Across installation (side view)
C1
25 FT. ROPE (INCLUDED)
DISCHARGE
HOSE
AVOID PINCHING
OR DAMAGING
POWER CORD AND
HOSE ON POOL
EDGE
C1. Connect provided 25 ft. rope to pull to shore loop (see
Figure B) and discharge hose to the pump.
C2. Place pump on pool cover near edge of pool (see Figure
C). If flotation device is used, place pump at the lowest point
on the pool cover where water will collect.
Figure D - Pull Across Installation (top view)
D2
D1
25 FT. (INCLUDED)
ROPE
DROP-IN PUMP APPLICATION
Always use debris strainer when placing pump
on a pool cover. The strainer helps protect the
pool cover from damage, filters debris, and increases pump stability.
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PULL ACROSS - PUMP REMOVAL
Figure E - Pull Across pump removal (top view)
E1
E1. Disconnect power to pump. Using the included 25 ft.
rope, safely pull pump to edge of pool, disconnect discharge
hose and remove.
Never use power cord to position, carry or
retrieve the pump.
will be pumped. Do NOT handle pump with wet
hands or when standing in water
or on a damp surface when the unit is operating or fails to
operate. ALWAYS disconnect pump power cord from
power source before handling. Do NOT bury cord.
Visually locate cord to prevent damage caused by lawn mowers,
hedge trimmers and other equipment. Failure to do so WILL result
in fatal electrical shock.
Do NOT alter the pump to override the automatic
water detector. The shaft seal depends on water
for lubrication. Overriding this pump feature CAN cause the pump to
run dry and MAY damage the shaft seal and cause pump failure.
5. The water level must be at least 2-1/8 inches for the pump
to cycle, prime, and operate. Water levels less than 2-1/8
inches will not allow the impeller to contact water therefore
no water will be pumped.
6. Plug the pump into a properly grounded 120 volt GFCI
protected outlet. The pump will start automatically when the
water reaches a depth of 2-1/8 inches. A priming delay of 2
seconds is programmed into the control to allow time for air
to escape from the pumping chamber.
Use caution when positioning the pump not to
damage the power cord by dragging across the
edge of the pool. Also take into consideration the placement of the
discharge hose and power cord after installation. Make sure no sharp
edge can damage the power cord or discharge hose causing unsafe
conditions.
7. The pump will stop automatically once water has been
removed to a depth of approximately 3/4 of an inch. The
pump will NOT restart until the water depth rises to 2-1/8
inches or greater.
8. The pump will NOT allow itself to run dry. Once the pump
detects that water is no longer being removed, it will shut down
automatically. The pump must remain upright at all times in
order for the water detection to function. Do NOT allow the
pump to operate on its side or inverted The shaft seal depends
on water for lubrication, allowing the pump to remain in any
other orientation than upright could cause shaft seal failure or
pump failure.
Pump starts automatically .
Always disconnect electric supply
before attempting to install, service, relocate, or perform any
maintenance.
Minimal service is required for this pump. The motor housing of
the pump is completely sealed and requires no service. If pump
should fail to operate, perform the following troubleshooting
guidelines:
PRIMING HOLE
BASE SCREWS (4)
INLET SCREEN/ BASEIMPELLER PLATE
Figure 1 - Priming Hole Location
WHEN REATTACHING THE BASE (INLET SCREEN), BE SURE THAT THE
SIX (6) "PLUGGED" SCREENS ARE ORIENTED BELOW THE SWITCH.
5. Periodic cleaning is required to maintain performance of the
pump. Follow the cleaning steps listed below:
a. Disconnect pump from power source.
b. Remove the strainer.
c. Remove the four (4) base screws (Figure 1).
d. Remove the base and impeller plate.
e. Remove the debris and make sure the impeller turns
freely.
f. Reinstall impeller plate, base, screws, and strainer.
1. Verify pumping height does NOT exceed 15 feet (See Figure
A). If pumping height is greater than 15 feet, this pumps
automatic feature will not operate correctly.
2. Verify water depth is 2-1/8 inches or greater.
3. To verify pump is operating correctly.
a. Disconnect pump from power source.
b. Connect hose adapter/check valve and discharge hose
to pump.
c. Immerse pump in a bucket or tub of water at least 2-1/8
inches in depth.
d. Place the other end of the discharge hose outside the
bucket, so the water will pump out.
e. Plug power cord into a grounded 120 volt GFCI power
outlet. The pump should start after 2 seconds of
detecting water. Once the pump removes the water to a
depth of 3/4 inch, the pump will stop automatically.
f. If pump does NOT operate, unplug power cord and
proceed to maintenance – step 5.
4. To verify discharge hose is free from a blockage.
a. Connect hose to another water source such as a faucet.
If water flows through hose, return to step 3a. If water is
restricted, verify discharge hose is unwound and remove
all kinks, bends, or obstructions in hose.
b. If pump is still NOT operating, proceed to step 6.
MAINTENANCE
Electrocution Hazard!
PLUGGED SCREENS
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6. Check the priming hole for obstruction. (Figure 1).
Follow the cleaning steps listed below:
a. Disconnect pump from power source.
b. Remove the strainer.
c. Remove the four (4) base screws (Figure 1).
d. Remove the base and impeller plate.
e. Use a pin or paperclip to clean the priming hole and air
escape channel.
f. Reinstall impeller plate, base, screws and strainer.
7. If pump runs continuously, unplug the unit. Once unplugged,
remove the strainer and check for debris stuck inside the
sensor body (Figure 2). Remove any trapped leaves, debris
or dirt.
Figure 2 - Remove Debris From Sensor
CLEAN DEBRIS
INSIDE SENSOR
8. If the pump cycles on and off too often the electronic switch may need
cleaning. Disconnect pump from power source, remove the strainer
and turn the pump upside down. The sensor probe will be visible inside
Do NOT use pump if any part of the switch
housing or probe is cracked, broken or missing.
PUMPING HEIGHT
When water is pumped to an elevated position, any volume that
has not reached the discharge outlet can flow back through the
pump when the pump shuts off. This back-flow can cause the
water level in small areas to rise enough to re-start the pump. The
check valve/hose adapter included is required in this situation.
For proper operation, make certain the check valve is oriented as
instructed on check valve body.
In small areas a check valve is required to prevent
backflow. Without a check valve the pump may
cycle continuously and potentially wear out the pump components.
the switch housing. Clean inside the housing gently scrubbing with a
small brush using soapy water. Then rinse thoroughly with clean water.
9. When temperatures drop below freezing remove pump from service
and store indoors to protect pump from damage due to ice. The
pump has a unique protection circuit to protect the motor from a
locked impeller condition possibly caused by debris buildup or
from a “frozen” impeller situation caused by ice formation. When
the pump is activated and a locked impeller condition is detected
the unit will automatically shutdown to protect the motor from
overheating. The pump will continue this on/off cycle for a period
of time to attempt to “free” the impeller until eventually the unit
will remain off for a period of 12 hours checking twice a day for a
“freed” impeller. Once the pump is able to operate correctly the
pump will resume normal operation. To reset this delay without
waiting 12 hours momentarily unplug the pump.
Troubleshooting
Chart
Electrocution Hazard! Pump starts automatically. Disconnect the power before
attempting any repairs. Failure to follow WILL result in serious injury or death.
Symptom Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action
Pump will not
start or run
1. Tripped home electrical breaker
2. GFCI tripped
3. Low line voltage
4. Defective motor
5. Dirty switch
6. Impeller obstructed
7. Inlet screen or strainer clogged
8. Priming hole plugged
1. Reset breaker
2. Check for damaged wiring or moisture
3. Contact electrician
4. Replace pump
5. Rinse out switch with clean water (Figure 2)
6. Remove strainer, base, and impeller plate (Figure1) check for debris; clean
7. Clean inlet screen and debris strainer (Figure 1)
8. Clean hole, inside volute housing, with a pin or paper clip (Figure 1)
Pump starts and
stops too often
1. Backflow of water from piping
2. Dirty switch
3. Priming hole plugged
4. Pump is sitting uneven on pool or spa
cover
1. Install or replace check valve
2. Rinse out switch with clean water (Figure 2)
3. Clean hole, inside volute housing, with a pin or paper clip (Figure 1)
4. Reposition pump so pump sits level on cover
Pump will not
shut off or runs
continuously
1. Debris in switch
2. Discharge height exceeds capability
1. Rinse out switch with clean water (Figure 2)
2. Reduce discharge height
Pump operates
but delivers little
or no water
1. Impeller obstructed
2. Priming hole plugged
3. Obstructed hose
4. Discharge height exceeds capability
5. Strainer clogged
1. Remove strainer, base, and impeller plate (Figure 1), check for debris; clean
2. Clean hole, inside volute housing, with a pin or paper clip (Figure 1)
3. Check for kinks, reposition hose or check for debris
4. Reduce discharge height
5. Unplug pump. Remove strainer and rinse with clean water to remove debris
MAINTENANCE (CON'T)
This product or its power cord may contain chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
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option, for the original purchaser any part or parts of its Water Pumps (“Product”) found upon examination by WAYNE to
be defective in materials or workmanship. Please call WAYNE Pumps (1-800-237-0987) for instructions. Be prepared to
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neglect, improper application, improper maintenance, or failure to operate in accordance with WAYNE Pumps' written
instructions.
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loss of profit or revenues, loss of use of the products or any associated equipment, damage to associated equipment,
cost of capital, cost of substitute products, facilities, services or replacement power, downtime costs, or claims of buyer’s
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1Check valve /garden
hose adapter
62061-001 1
2Strainer 28232-001 1
325' Rope 67152-001 1
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INSTRUCTIONS DE DÉMARRAGE RAPIDE WAPC250
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Pompe d’évacuation d’eau pour couverture de
piscine avec mise en marche-arrêt automatique
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(1) POMPE POUR
COUVERTURE DE PISCINE
(1) FILTRE DE POMPE
ÉTAPE 1 - VÉRIFICATION DU CONTENU DU PAQUET
ÉTAPE 2 - INSTALLATION DU CLAPET DE NON-RETOUR
ÉTAPE 3 - FIXATION DU FILTRE
ÉTAPE 4 - RACCORDEMENT DU TUYAU D'ARROSAGE
ÉTAPE 5 - FIXATION DE LA CORDE AU FILTRE
ÉTAPE 6 - POSITIONNEMENT SUR LA COUVERTURE DE LA
PISCINE
ÉTAPE 7 - BRANCHEMENT DANS UNE PRISE À
DISJONCTEUR DE FUITE À LA TERRE
POUR LES AUTRES TECHNIQUES DE
POSITIONNEMENT ET LA PROCÉDURE
D'INSTALLATION DÉTAILLÉE POUR LES
PISCINES ENTERRÉES ET HORS-SOL, SE
REPORTER - FIGURES (A-E).
(1) CLAPET DE NON-
RETOUR / ADAPTATEUR
DE TUYAU
(1) CORDE DE 7,6 M (25
PIEDS)
FAIRE PIVOTER LA POMPE
VERS LE BAS POUR LA
VERROUILLER
UN « CLIC » SE FERA
ENTENDRE LORSQUE LA
POMPE SERA BIEN EN PLACE
FAIRE PASSER LA CORDE
PAR LA BOUCLE SITUÉE
SUR LE FILTRE, PUIS LA
FIXER EN FAISANT UN
NŒUD
CLIC
TOP
INSTALLER LE CLAPET DE NON-
RETOUR EN VEILLANT À CE QUE
LES FLÈCHES SOIENT ORIENTÉES
VERS LE HAUT
8FR