PUMP ELECTRICAL INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK ALERT.
Under-size wiring can cause motor failure and even fire. Use proper wire size specified in the wire size
chart below.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK ALERT.
Replace damaged or worn wiring cord immediately.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK ALERT.
Do not kink power cable and never allow the cable to come in contact with oil, grease, hot surfaces, or chemicals.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK ALERT.
The pump must be properly grounded using the proper wire cable with ground.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK ALERT.
Always disconnect pump from electricity before performing any work on the motor.
CAUTION
ELECTRICAL SHOCK MAY OCCUR
All wiring should be performed by a qualified electrician in accordance with the National Electric Code and local
electric codes.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK MAY OCCUR
Connect the pump to a separate electrical circuit with a dedicated circuit breaker. Reference the wire size chart
below for proper fuse size.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK MAY OCCUR
Protect the power cable from coming in contact with sharp objects.
PRODUCT DAMAGE MAY RESULT
Make certain that the power source matches the pump requirements. This pump has a dual voltage
motor and can run on 115 V or 230 V. This pump is wired from the factory to run on 230 volts; refer to
page 16 if you want to change the pump to run on 115 volts.
Distance From
Motor To Fuse
Box, Meter or
Electrical Outlet
0-50 Ft.
50-100 Ft.
100-150 Ft.
150-200 Ft.
200-300 Ft.
Fuse Size (Amps)
(*) Not economical to run in 115 V; use 230 V
NOTE: This pump can be used with a variety of controls, including a pump start relay, pressure switch
with tank, and indexing valve. See control manufacturer's instructions for details.
Wire Size Chart
Minimum Copper Wire Size Chart (Gauge)
Single Phase Motors
1-1/2 HP
115 Volt
230 Volt
12
14
10
14
8
12
*
12
*
10
20
15
14
2 HP
115 Volt
230 Volt
12
14
10
14
8
12
*
10
*
10
20
15