Franklin Electric Little Giant MPFVK115 Manual De Instrucciones

Franklin Electric Co., Inc.
P . O. Box 12010
Oklahoma City, OK 73157-2010
888.956.0000 • Fax: 405.947.8720
www.LittleGiantWater.com
CustomerService-WTS@fele.com
INTRODUCTION
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This instruction sheet provides you with the information required to safely
own and operate your Little Giant pump. Retain these instructions for future
reference.
The Little Giant pump you have purchased is of the highest quality
workmanship and material, and has been engineered to give you long
and reliable service. Little Giant pumps are carefully tested, inspected,
and packaged to ensure safe delivery and operation. Please examine
your pump carefully to ensure that no damage occurred during shipment.
If damage has occurred, please contact the place of purchase. They will
assist you in replacement or repair, if required.
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO
INSTALL, OPERATE, OR SERVICE YOUR LITTLE GIANT PUMP. KNOW
THE PUMP'S APPLICATION, LIMITATIONS, AND POTENTIAL HAZARDS.
PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS BY OBSERVING ALL SAFETY
INFORMATION. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS
COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE!
SAFETY GUIDELINES
WARNING: Do not use to pump flammable or explosive fluids such
as gasoline, fuel oil, kerosene, etc. Do not use in flammable and/or
explosive atmospheres. Pump should only be used with liquids
compatible with pump component materials. Failure to follow this
warning can result in personal injury and/or property damage.
1. Know the pump application, limitations, and potential hazards.
2. WARNING: Do not handle a pump or pump motor with wet hands or
when standing on a wet or damp surface, or in water.
3. The pump is not submersible and is intended for open-air use only.
4. Disconnect power before servicing a motor or its load. If the power
disconnect is out-of-sight, lock it in the open position and tag it to prevent
unexpected application of power.
5. Release all pressure within the system before servicing any
component.
6. Drain all liquids from the system before servicing.
7. The pump motor is equipped with an automatic resetting thermal
protector and may restart unexpectedly. Protector tripping is an indication
of motor overloading as a result of operating the pump at low heads
(low discharge restriction), excessively high or low voltage, inadequate
wiring, pumping too hot a liquid, incorrect motor connections, or a
defective motor or pump. Read troubleshooting chart.
8. Do not touch an operating motor. Modern motors are designed to
operate at high temperatures.
9. Provide adequate protection and guarding around moving parts.
Secure the discharge line before starting the pump. An unsecured
discharge line will whip, possibly causing personal injury and/or
property damage.
10. Check hoses for weak or worn condition before each use, making
certain that all connections are secure.
11. Periodically inspect pump and system components. Perform routine
maintenance as required (see SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS).
12. Provide a means of pressure relief for pumps whose discharge line can
be shut-off or obstructed.
13. Wear safety glasses at all times when working with pumps.
DESCRIPTION
This Little Giant pump is designed for general, commercial and industrial
applications. Unit is designed for water, but is not submersible. For use
transferring liquids, emptying or filling tanks, sinks or bowls. The pump can
be used to pump bilge water, but the pump must not be located in the bilge
FLEX VANE UTILITY
PUMP KIT
Model MPFVK115
area. Self-priming to 7 ft. if the impeller is initially wet (primed). Intermittent
duty. Carrying handle included.
NOTE: Unit is NOT RECOMMENDED for use with soap detergents,
gasoline, waste oil, fuel oil, flammable, explosive or combustible liquids or
other fluids not compatible with pump component materials. Do not use
unit in enclosed areas. Intermittent duty only (15 minutes per hour).
SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply required.................................................................115V, 60Hz
Fuse requirement ............................................................................... 2 amps
Maximum liquid temperature ................................................................ 140°F
Minimum liquid temperature ................................................................... 40°F
Thermal protection ..........................................................Automatic resetting
Motor amps ................................................................................... 1.60 amps
Duty cycle ..................................................................... 15 minutes per hour
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
1. Make certain that power source conforms to the requirements of your
equipment.
2. When wiring an electrically driven pump, follow all electrical and safety
codes, as well as the most recent National Electrical Code (NEC) and
the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) in the United States.
3. This equipment is only for use on 115 volt (single-phase) and is
equipped with an approved 3- conductor cord and 3-prong, grounding-
type plug.
4. To reduce the risk of electric shock, the unit should be plugged
directly into a properly installed and grounded 3-prong grounding-type
receptacle. The motor must be securely and adequately grounded for
your protection against shock hazards!
5. Where a 2-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it must be replaced
with a properly grounded 3-prong receptacle installed in accordance
with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances.
6. To ensure a proper ground, the grounding means must be tested
by a qualified electrician. Use only 3-wire extension cords that have
3-prong, grounding-type plugs and receptacles that accept the
equipment plug.
7. All wiring should be performed by a qualified electrician.
8. Protect electrical cord from sharp objects, hot surfaces, oil and
chemicals. Avoid kinking the cord. Replace or repair damaged or worn
cords immediately.
9. When using an extension cord make sure wire is of adequate size to
minimize voltage drop at the motor.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
WARNING: In any installations where property damage and/or
personal injury might result from an inoperative or leaking pump due
to power outages, discharge line blockage, or any other reason, a
backup system(s) should be used. In order to safely use this product,
familiarize yourself with this pump and also with the liquid (chemical,
etc.) that is going to be pumped through the unit. This pump is not
suitable for many liquids.
CAUTION: Because unit is thermally protected, it is designed to shut
off temporarily in an overheat condition; therefore, pumping extremely
hot liquids is not recommended. Also, to protect the impeller from
breakage, do not pump liquids with a temperature less than 40°F.
WARNING: Do not submerge pump or motor in water.
1. Pump should be placed as close to source of liquid and power as
possible, not more than 7 feet above liquid source and not more than
25 feet from power source.
2. Use reinforced plastic or fabric tubing or metal pipe for the suction side
of the pump. This will prevent collapse of the suction piping. Discharge
piping should never be larger than suction piping!
3. Attach suction line piping to the suction inlet and discharge line piping
to the discharge outlet.
4. Avoid using looped sections of pipe that might permit air to become
entrapped.
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