Specific Safety Information; Pump Safety; Description And Specifications; Description - RIDGID TP-250 Manual Del Operador

TP-250 Utility Pump

Specific Safety Information

Risk of electric shock. This
pump is supplied with a grounding-type plug. To
reduce risk of electric shock be certain that it
is connected only to a properly grounded, GFCI
receptacle.
For your own safety, before assembling and operating
this unit, read this operators manual carefully and
completely. Learn the operation, application, and
potential hazards peculiar to this unit.
Call the RIDGID Water Systems, Technical Service
Department at 1-(877) 9RIDGID if you have any
questions.
Utility Pump Safety
• Do not use to pump flammable or
explosive fluids such as gasoline, fuel oil,
kerosene, solvents, thinners, etc. Do not use in a
flammable and/or explosive atmosphere. Pump
should only be used to pump clear water. Improper
use could result in personal injury and/or death.
• If there is water or moisture on the floor, do not
walk on wet area until all power is turned off. If the
shut-off box is in the basement, call an electrician.
Failure to follow this warning could result in fatal
electrical shock.
• Always disconnect the power source before
attempting to install, service, relocate, or maintain
the pump. Never handle a pump or pump motor
with wet hands or when standing on a wet or
damp surface or in water when the pump is
connected to power. Failure to follow this warning
could result in personal injury and/or death.

Description and Specifications

Description

The Submersible Utility Pump is designed for non-
automatic use in water. The unit is equipped with
an 20 foot, 3-prong grounding type power cord. The
motor is oil filled and sealed for cooler operation.
The discharge fitting is designed for convenient
attachment to a garden hose.
• This pump is not designed to handle salt water,
brine, laundry discharge, or any other application
which may contain caustic chemicals and/or
foreign materials. This pump is not suitable for use
with aquatic life. Pump damage or failure could
occur if used in these applications and will void the
warranty.

Specifications

Motor:
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PSC
Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120V, Single Phase
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1/4 HP, 2.5 amp
Pump:
1/4 HP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1350 GPH @ 0 Ft.

Installation:

Pump Down Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/8 inch
Liquid Temperature Range . . . . 40˚F to 120˚F
Discharge Size . . . . . . . 3/4 inch Garden Hose
Pump Installation
• Pump should only be used to pump clear
water. Do not use to pump fluids such as gasoline,
fuel oil, or kerosene. Do not use in a flammable or
explosive atmosphere. Improper use could result in
personal injury and/or death.
To prevent property damage, serious injury, or
death, proper use of the pump is required. The
following procedures should be followed:
• Always disconnect the power source before
attempting to install, service, relocate, or maintain
the pump. Never handle a pump or pump motor
with wet hands or when standing on wet or damp
surface or in water when pump is connected to
power source.
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