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The following are the general safety requirements. Failure to follow them could cause serious personal injury
and/or property damage.
For your protection and safety, always follow these general rules with pumps:
Always disconnect the pump from its power source before installing, inspecting, maintaining,
or repairing.
Do not stand in water when the pump is connected
Do not touch the pump housing while it is operating, as the pump may be HOT and can cause
serious skin burns.
Do not disassemble the motor housing. The motor has NO repairable internal parts, and
disassembling may cause water leakage or dangerous electrical wiring issues.
Do not lift pump by power cord or switch cord.
Additional Safety Precautions
1. Know the pump applications, limitations, and potential hazards.
2. Make certain the electrical power source is adequate for the requirements of the pump.
3. ALWAYS disconnect the power to the pump before servicing.
4. Release all pressure within system before servicing any component.
5. Drain all water from system before servicing.
6. Secure discharge line before starting pump. An unsecured discharge line will whip, possibly causing
personal injury and/or property damage.
7. Secure the pump on a solid base to keep the pump vertical and above mud and sand during operation to
maximize pumping efficiency and prevent clogging and premature pump failure.
8. Check that all pipe connections are tight to minimize leaks.
9. Connect the pump DIRECTLY to a grounded, GFCI outlet.
10. Extension cords may not deliver sufficient voltage to the pump motor. Extension cords present a life
threatening safety hazard if the insulation becomes damaged or the connection ends fall into water.
11. Make certain the electrical circuit to the pump is protected by a 15 Amp or larger fuse or circuit breaker.
12. Periodically inspect the pump and system components to be sure the pump inlets are free of mud, sand,
and debris. DISCONNECT THE PUMP FROM THE POWER SUPPLY BEFORE INSPECTING.
13. Do not handle pump or pump motor with wet hands or when standing on wet or damp surface, or in water.
Wear safety glasses at all times when working with pumps.
14. Follow all electrical and safety codes, particularly the National Electrical Code (NEC) and in the workplace,
the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
15. This unit is designed only for use on 115 volts (single phase), 60 Hz, and is equipped with an approved 3-
conductor cord and 3-prong grounded plug. DO NOT REMOVE THE GROUND PIN UNDER ANY
CIRCUMSTANCES. The 3-prong plug must be directly inserted into a properly installed and grounded 3-
prong, grounding-type receptacle. Do not use this pump with a 2-prong wall outlet. Replace the 2-prong
outlet with a properly grounded 3-prong receptacle (a GFCI outlet) installed in accordance with the
National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. All wiring should be performed by a qualified
electrician.
16. Protect the electrical cord from sharp objects, hot surfaces, oil, and chemicals. Avoid kinking the cord. Do
not use damaged or worn cords.