Please read and save these instructions. This manual contains important Safety Warnings and Operating Instructions. You will need to refer to it
before attempting any application or maintenance. Always keep this manual with the unit so that it will be easily accessible. Failure to read and
follow these warnings and instructions could result in property damage, serious injury, or death.
DESCRIPTION
This portable, submersible utility pump is designed for automatic use in
water. The units are equipped with a 9 ft. 3-prong grounding type power
cord. The provided discharge adapter can be used for convenient
attachment to a garden hose.
UNPACKING
Inspect this unit before it is used. Occasionally, products are damaged
during shipment. If the pump or components are damaged, contact
customer service at 1-877-9RIDGID.
READ & FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS — DO NOT DISCARD
SAFETY GUIDELINES
This manual contains information that is important to know
and understand. This information is provided for SAFETY and
to PREVENT EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help recognize this
information, observe the following symbols.
Danger indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if NOT avoided, WILL result in
death or serious injury.
Warning indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if NOT avoided, COULD result in
death or serious injury.
Caution indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if NOT avoided, MAY result in
minor or moderate injury.
Notice indicates important information, that if
NOT followed, MAY cause damage to equipment.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
bodily injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
NOTE: indicates information that requires special attention.
SPECIFICATIONS
POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS 120 V, 60 Hz
MOTOR
HORSEPOWER / AMP RATINGS
LIQUID TEMPERATURE RANGE
CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS
DIMENSIONS
ON LEVEL (FACTORY SET)
OFF LEVEL (FACTORY SET)
PRIMING DELAY
CONSTRUCTION
MOTOR HOUSING
VOLUTE
IMPELLER
SHAFT
DISCHARGE
Model TPA-250 – Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
Single Phase
1/4 HP / 2.5 A
40° F to 104° F
15 A (minimum)
10-3/4 in. high x 6-3/4 in. base
Approximately 1-3/4 in.
Approximately 3/8 in.
2 Seconds
Thermoplastic
Thermoplastic
Thermoplastic
Stainless steel
1-1/4 in.
(garden hose adapter included)
Ridge Tool Company
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
This product or its power cord may contain
chemicals, including lead, known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
GENERAL SAFETY
•
Read the manual(s) included with this product carefully.
Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the equipment. Follow all instructions.
•
Only persons well acquainted with these rules of safe
operation should be allowed to use the unit.
Keep away from children!
Risk of fi re, explosion and/or death!
Pump is NOT rated for use with
fl ammable/combustible liquids, vapors or dusts. Do NOT
pump liquids that are NOT clear. Failure to follow these
instructions will result in bodily injury or death.
Risk of electric shock. This pump has
NOT been tested for use in swimming
pool or marine areas. NEVER place pump in pools while
people are in the water. Failure to follow COULD result in
death or serious injury.
Risk of electric shock! Do NOT handle
pump with wet hands or when
standing in water or on a damp surface. Failure to follow
COULD result in death or serious injury.
Electric shock hazard! For installation
by a qualifi ed electrician only. GFCI receptacles
will provide protection against line to ground faults only. The ground fault
receptacle does NOT limit the magnitude of fault current and will NOT
prevent an electrical shock.
1. Wear safety glasses at all times when working with
pumps.
2. The unit MUST be plugged into a GFCI. For
installation by a qualified electrician only.
3. Damage to the power cord or discharge hose may occur. Use
the handle supplied on the pump.
15
10
5
0
500
1000
GALLONS PER HOUR
PERFORMANCE
Model
HP
Discharge Head
TPA-250
1/4
Gal / Hr
TPA-250
1500
2000
2500
3000
0 ft
5 ft
10 ft
15 ft
3000
2200
1410
750
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