Operation
WARNING: Secure the discharge hose before plugging in the pump. Pump torque may cause an unscrewed discharge hose to "whip",
possibly causing personal injury and/or property damage.
WARNING: Do not let the plug fall in water and do not stand in water while the pump is plugged in. The pump will start operating when
the power cord is plugged into the outlet.
IMPORTANT: Inspect hoses thoroughly before each use, making certain that all connections are secure and the hoses are in good
condition.
IMPORTANT: The seal for the shaft depends on water for lubrication. Never use the pump unless it is submerged in water, as the seal
may be damaged if allowed to run dry.
IMPORTANT: The pump will not remove all water entirely. If suddenly no water comes out of the discharge hose, the manually
operated pump must be shut OFF immediately. The water level is probably too low for the pump to be effective.
IMPORTANT: Always keep the pump inlet clean. If the ground or area where the pump is placed is dirty, raise the pump to reduce the
amount of debris being pulled into the pump inlet.
IMPORTANT: The pump can operate when water does not completely cover the motor housing, but the inlet must be totally
submerged or it will break suction. This causes the water not to move, and may damage the shaft seal.
IMPORTANT: This pump is intended to pump cold water only. Pumping heated liquids could potentially overheat the motor and cause
the thermal overload to trip, shutting off the unit.
IMPORTANT: Make sure you unwind the garden hose or discharge hose completely. Kinks in the hose will restrict the pump,
preventing it from priming, which is the first step to pumping water. The water level must be at 2-1/2 in. for the pump to prime and operate.
Lower pump into water before powering on. The pump has an air relief valve built-in to prevent air-lock. Air lock
can also be quickly broken by tilting the pump to horizontal then back to upright to allow air to escape. It can take
several seconds to break air lock if relying solely on air relief valve, this is normal.
Plug the pump into a 115V GFCI power outlet.
Once primed, pump can remove
water down to 1-1/2 in. before
1-1/2 in.
losing suction.
Install the pump on a firm, level base. Avoid pumping mud, rocks and debris.
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Please contact 1-844-883-1872 for further assistance.
Minimum Water
depth needed to
2-1/2 in.
prime
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