Blue Angel Pumps BPC2 User Manual

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Operating Instructions & Parts Manual BPC1 and BPC2 Series

MANUAL

Please read and save these instructions. Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install,
operate or maintain the product described. Protect yourself and others by observing all safety
information. Failure to comply with instructions could result in personal injury and/or property
damage! Retain instructions for future reference.

Self-Priming Transfer
Pumps

Table of Contents

Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

General Safety Information . . . . . . . . .

Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Troubleshooting Chart

Replacement Part Information

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Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Description

These self-priming transfer pumps are
designed to easily transfer water from
one point to another. Model BPC1, 12
Volt Transfer Pump is convenient when
normal power is not readily available.
Typical applications include removing
water from pool covers, clogged
drains, stock tanks, water basins, boats,
cisterns, etc. Model BPC2, 120 Volt
Transfer Pump is great for household
usage. Typical applications include
removing water from waterbeds,
clogged sinks, basements, etc. Note:
Do NOT use BPC2 in pool areas. The
motors on both models BPC1 and BPC2
are non-submersible with overload
protection.

REMINDER: Keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty purposes!

Unpacking

Inspect this unit before it is used.
Occasionally, products are damaged
during shipment. If the pump or

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components are damaged, return

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the unit to the place of purchase for
replacement. Failure to do so could
result in serious injury or death.

READ & FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

DO NOT DISCARD

Safety Guidelines

This manual contains information
that is very 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.

NOTE: Information that requires special

attention.

Attach it to this manual or file it for safekeeping.

General Safety Information

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

This product or

its power cord may
contain chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.

GENERAL SAFETY

Do not submerge

motor or allow
motor to be exposed to water. Personal
injury and/or death could result. Keep
pump and power cords away from
liquids. Model BPC1 becomes very hot
during operation.

Do not pump gasoline or
other explosive liquids. Do
not operate pump where
flammable or explosive fumes or gases
are present as a fire or explosion could
result. Pump should only be used to
pump clear water. Do not run pump
dry.

1. Read all instructions

before operation.

2. Protect electrical cord

from sharp objects, hot
surfaces, oil and chemicals. Avoid
kinking the cord and replace
damaged cords immediately.

This pump has been

evaluated for use
with water only.

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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual

Installation

Models BPC1 and BPC2 include a
6’ suction hose, a water suction
attachment, and a replacement parts kit
which includes: impeller, gasket, shaft
seal, and two motor brushes. Models
BPC1 and BPC2 can be used without the
water suction attachment.

Always disconnect power
source before attempting to
install, service, or maintain
the pump. Never handle a pump with
wet hands or when standing on wet
or damp surface or in water. Fatal
electrical shock could occur.

1. A ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) is required for Model BPC2.

Risk of electrical shock! This
pump is supplied with a
grounding conductor and
grounding type attachment plug. A
grounded receptacle in conformance
with current NEC and local codes must
be used (See Figure 1). Do not use
model BPC2, 120 V Transfer Pump in
swimming pool areas.

2. Model BPC1 operates on 12V DC
only. Model BPC2 operates on 120V
only. Voltage and current of power
supply must match the requirements
of the pump. Model BPC1 has
color-coded battery clamps for 12V
operation. Model BPC1 requires 14
amps at 12 VDC.

3. Never use an extension cord to
power this unit.

Risk of fatal electrical shock.
Never cut off the round
grounding prong. Cutting
the cord or plug will void the warranty
and make the pump inoperable.

4. Use a strainer when pumping from a
creek, pond, or source where foreign
objects may be sucked into the
pump. The strainer should prevent
solids from entering the inlet line.

5. A regular garden hose may be used
as a discharge line.

6. Pump operation will be seriously
hindered or prevented if the inlet
hose is over 15 feet long or if the
vertical pumping distance exceeds 10
feet.

7. At times, an overload due to
overheating, low voltage, jammed
impeller, etc. may shut the pump off.
Unplug or turn off the pump and
wait at least ten minutes. The pump
will cool and automatically reset.
(Model BPC2 only)

8. Motor should never be operated
for more than 2 hours continuously.
Critical heating can occur and might
severely damage the pump and void
warranty.

Operation

1. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
to both inlet and outlet to prime.
Attach included 6’ suction hose to
inlet of pump. Attach garden hose
to outlet of pump. There must be a
gasket in place to insure that these
connections are airtight, otherwise
the pump will not prime.

2. Connect water suction attachment
to the open end of inlet hose and
place below water surface. (Water
suction attachment is optional
for both BPC1 and BPC2 models.)
The water suction attachment is
designed to fit the male end of
a garden hose. Place the water
suction attachment as near as
possible to the middle of the water
that is to be pumped.

3. Examine the inlet and outlet hoses
to insure there are no blockages,
kinks or bends. The inlet hose
should be no longer than 15 feet
and the vertical pumping distance
should not be any higher than 10
feet.

Place switch in

“OFF” position
before connecting or disconnecting
battery terminal clamps.

IMPORTANT BATTERY
INFORMATION

Be certain that the area around the
batteries is well ventilated. Before
servicing the batteries, blow away
gasses by waving a piece of cardboard
near the batteries.

Dangerous

hydrogen gas
can be released from batteries while
charging. Sparks can ignite the gas
in an enclosed space. Wear safety
goggles when connecting batteries.
Battery connections should be made
in a well-ventilated area.

Working in

the vicinity of
lead acid batteries can be dangerous.
Before making connections or
servicing the batteries, read and
follow instructions in all applicable
instruction manuals. To reduce the
risk of battery explosion, follow
the instructions in this manual and
those published by the battery
manufacturer, as well as those of
any other equipment used in the
surrounding area.

An assistant should be present or
close enough to come to your aid in
the event of an emergency. Have a
reliable source of fresh water and
soap nearby in case battery acid
contacts clothing, skin or eyes.

Wear eye and clothing protection
when working around lead acid
batteries.

Avoid touching your eyes when
working around lead acid batteries.

If battery acid

contacts your
eye(s), flush with cold running
water for 20 minutes and seek
immediate medical attention. If acid
contacts your skin or clothing, wash
immediately with soap and water.

Never smoke or

allow a spark or
flame in the vicinity of the battery.

Avoid dropping

metal tools on
the battery posts because they may
spark or short-circuit the system or
battery, causing an explosion.

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Operation (Continued)

TEST

RESET

4 Connect pump to power source,

with pump in a dry location.
BPC1: Motor must be connected to
a fully charged automotive tractor
or marine type battery to operate.

Connect the red clamp to the

positive (+) type battery terminal.
Connect the black clamp to the
negative (-) type battery terminal.
See 12V wiring diagram below
(Figure 2).

Model BPC2: Plug into a

3-prong ground-type AC receptacle.

Grounding Plug

Model

BPC1 and BPC2 Series

Figure 2

Figure 1

Maintenance

Always disconnect

power source
before attempting to install, service, or
maintain the pump.

IMPELLER REPLACEMENT

These parts are designed to handle
most clear, nonflammable liquids with
slight amounts of abrasives. When
impeller vanes become worn from use,
or damaged due to pumping abrasive
liquids or trash, pump performance will
be reduced or prevented altogether.

1. Remove the four cover plate screws

holding motor housing and pump
housing together. Cover plate is
now free and can be removed.

2. Inspect gasket and impeller for

wear and damage. If there is any
evidence of wear or damage, replace
the part(s).

3. Lubricate new impeller with white

grease or lightweight oil and
reinstall by aligning flat on impeller
hub with flat on motor shaft.

4. Reassemble gasket, cover plate, and
cover plate screws.

SHAFT SEAL REPLACEMENT

Motor shafts are sealed with factory
pre-lubricated lip-type seals which are
good for the life of the pump. If the
seal leaks, it is usually because the pump
has handled abrasive liquids. If the
motor shaft is scored (deep grooves),
the complete pump must be replaced.

1. Remove and inspect impeller parts as
specified in the impeller replacement
instructions. Replace worn parts.

2. Remove two pump body mounting
screws and slide pump body from
motor. Pry out seal retaining ring
and push worn shaft seal from inside
of pump body.

3. Lubricate new seal with lightweight
oil, push it into pump body with lip
facing away from motor, and push in
seal retaining ring.

4. Reassemble pump body onto motor
with mounting screws. Follow steps
3 and 4 in Impeller Replacement.

MOTOR BRUSH REPLACEMENT

Brushes for this

pump should be
inspected after 75 hours of operation
and replace if worn. They must be
replaced every 150 hour of operation.
Service one brush at a time.

1. Disconnect pump from power

supply.

2. Remove brush caps with screwdriver.

3. Remove old brush assembly.

4. Insert new brush assembly.

5. Replace brush caps.

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