Important Safety Instructions - Simer 5965 Manual Del Usuario

Safety • Specifications • Installation
Description
This pump is designed for use in a residential
sewage or septic system only. Use only within
design parameters. The permanent split capacitor
motor is oil filled, sealed for cooler running,
and has automatic-reset thermal protection.
Ball bearings on the motor shaft never need
lubrication. The power cord is a 3-wire,
grounding-type cord.
Specifications
Power supply ............................................... 115V, 60 HZ.
Individual Branch Circuit Required (min.) ............15 Amps
or Dual Element Time Delay Fuse.........................15 Amps
Discharge: ..................................................2" Female NPT
NOTICE: This unit is not designed for use in
a recirculating system (such as a waterfall or
fountain), or for applications involving salt water
or brine! Use with waterfalls, fountains, ponds,
salt water, or brine will void warranty.
Pump water only with this pump - do not pump
chemicals or fuels.
Do not use where water recirculates.
Not designed for use as a swimming pool
drainer.
NOTICE: Read this owner's manual for
installation, operation, and safety information.

Important Safety Instructions

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual
contains important instructions that should be
followed during installation, operation, and
maintenance of the product. Save this manual
for future reference.
This is the safety alert symbol. When you
see this symbol on your pump or in this manual,
look for one of the following signal words and
be alert to the potential for personal injury!
indicates a hazard which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
indicates a hazard which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
indicates a hazard which, if
not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE addresses practices not related to
personal injury.
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions
in this manual and on pump.
Keep safety labels in good condition. Replace
missing or damaged safety labels.
1. Read this manual carefully. Failure to follow
these instructions could cause serious bodily
injury and/or property damage.
2. Check your local codes before installing. You
must comply with their rules.
For parts or assistance, call Simer Customer Service at 1-800-468-7867
3. Vent sewage or septic tank according to
local codes.
4. Do not install pump in any location classified
as hazardous by National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70-1990.
5. Hazardous voltage. Can shock, burn
or cause death. During operation, the pump
is in water. To avoid fatal shocks, proceed as
follows if pump needs servicing:
• Disconnect power to outlet box before
unplugging pump.
• Take extreme care when changing fuses or
resetting circuit breakers. Do not stand in
water or put your finger in fuse socket.
• Do not modify cord and plug. When
using cord and plug, plug into a grounded
outlet only. When wiring to a system
control, connect pump ground lead to
system ground.
6. Do not run pump dry. Dry running can
overheat pump, (causing burns to anyone
handling it) and will void warranty.
7. Pump normally runs hot. To avoid burns when
servicing pump, allow it to cool for 20 minutes
after shut-down before handling it.
8. Motor has been filled at the factory with a
special oil. In normal service, motor should not
need oiling.
Installation
Risk of electrical shock. Can burn or
kill. Do not lift pump by power cord. See Cord
Lift Warning. Do not hang pump from discharge
pipe or power cord.
Risk of burns. Pump must be level
when operating. If motor is tilted, internal start/
run switch may overheat and damage motor.
1. Install the pump on a solid, level foundation,
or in a sump pit constructed of tile, concrete,
steel or plastic. The recommended minimum
diameter of the sump pit is 18" (46cm)
diameter and the minimum recommended
depth is 30" (76cm). Check local codes for
approved materials.
NOTICE: Pump should not be installed on
clay, earth or sand surfaces. Clean the area
around the pump of small stones and gravel
which could clog the pump. Keep the pump
inlet screen clear.
2. Thread a 2" discharge pipe into the pump
2" NPT discharge port. Be careful to avoid
stripping or crossing threads.
See Figure 1 for a typical installation.
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