Flotec FP0S400X Owner's Manual
®
P.O. Box 342, Delavan, WI 53115
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OWNER’S MANUAL
Submersible Pool Cover
Pump
NOTICE D’UTILISATION
Pompe submersible
pour couverture de
piscine
MANUAL DEL USUARIO
Bomba sumergible para
cubiertas de piscinas
Installation/Operation/Parts
For further operating,
installation, or maintenance
assistance:
Call 1-800-365-6832
English ...................... Pages 2-3
Installation/Fonctionnement/Pièces
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l’installation ou l’entretien,
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Français ................... Pages 4-5
Instalación/Operación/Piezas
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© 2007 FP545 (Rev. 5/14/07)
FP0S400X
Safety / Operation 2
For parts or assistance, call Flotec Customer Service at 1-800-365-6832
ATTENTION: Read carefully before attempting to
install, operate or service your pump. Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information
and additional instructions included with this equipment. Failure to comply with instructions could
result in personal injury and/or property damage!
Retain for future reference.
DESCRIPTION
This submersible pump is intended for water removal
from swimming pool covers. Unit is constructed of
hi-impact corrosion resistant plastic. Screened inlet
prevents large solids from entering pump.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply required........................115V, 60 HZ.
Motor ..........................................................16 Watt
Motor duty.............................................Continuous
Thermal Protector ....................................Automatic
Liquid Temp. Range......................Max. 77°F (25°C)
Operation Position ..................................Horizontal
Circuit Requirement (min.)..........................10 Amp
Dimensions (Overall)................6-3/8" x 4-7/8” x 3”
Power Cord Set .................................Vinyl, 3-prong
Discharge.....Horizontal Male Garden Hose Thread
PERFORMANCE
NOTICE: This unit is not designed for applications involving salt water or brine!
GENERAL SAFETY
INFORMATION
1. Know the pump application, limitations, and
potential hazards.
Do not use in explosive
atmospheres. Pump water only with this pump.
Failure to follow this warning can result in personal injury and/or property damage.
2. Make certain that the power source conforms to
the requirements of your equipment.
3. Disconnect power before servicing.
4. Secure the discharge line before starting the
pump. An unsecured discharge line will whip,
possibly causing personal injury and/or property
damage.
5. Check hoses for weak or worn condition before
each use, making certain that all connections are
secure.
6. Periodically inspect pump and system components. Perform routine maintenance as required
(See MAINTENANCE Section).
7. Provide a means of pressure relief on pumps
whose discharge line can be shut-off or obstructed.
8. Personal Safety:
a. Wear safety glasses at all times when work-
ing with pumps.
b. Keep work area clean, uncluttered and prop-
erly lighted – replace all unused tools and
equipment.
c. Keep visitors at a safe distance from the work
area.
d. Make workshop child-proof – with padlocks,
master switches, and by removing starter
keys.
9. This equipment is only for use on 115 volt (single phase) and is equipped with an approved 3conductor cord and 3-prong, grounding-type
plug.
To reduce the risk of electric
shock, be certain that it is connected to a properly grounded, Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI) protected, grounding-type receptacle.
Do not lift pump by the power cord; always lift
it by the handle.
Where a 2-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it must be replaced with a properly
grounded, GFCI protected, 3-prong receptacle
installed in accordance with all applicable
codes and ordinances.
10. Protect electrical cord from sharp objects, hot
surfaces, oil, and chemicals. Avoid kinking the
cord. Replace or repair damaged or worn cords
immediately.
11. Do not touch an operating motor. Modern motors
are designed to operate at high temperatures.
12. Power Supply: Pump is designed for 115V., 60
HZ. operation and requires a circuit of 10
amperes or more capacity. It is supplied with a
3-wire cord set with grounding-type plug for
use in a 3-wire, grounded outlet. To reduce risk
of electrical shock, plug pump into a Ground
Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI). Consult a local
electrician for availability and installation. For
safety, circuit should always be electrically
grounded to a suitable electrical ground such as
a grounded water pipe or a properly grounded
metallic raceway, or ground wire system. Do
not cut off the round grounding prong.
OPERATION
Risk of electric shock. Do not handle a pump or pump motor with wet hands or when
standing on wet or damp surface, or in water.
1. Hand tighten 90-degree garden hose discharge
adapter into top of pump.
2. Thread garden hose onto adapter hand tight.
Then turn one quarter turn tighter with pliers to
seal. Make sure the washer is in the end of the
garden hose.
3. Straighten out the garden hose as much as
possible.
GPH IN TOTAL FEET
3' 5' 7'
FP0S400X 300 170 0
Maintenance / Repair Parts 3
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4. Use the hose, not the power cord, to position the
pump on the pool cover and to retrieve the
pump when finished. Make sure that the pump
stands on its feet while running and that it is in at
least 2-1/2” of water (the pump loses prime at 21/4”).
5. With pump submersed in the water, plug the
pump into a GFCI outlet.
6. Monitor water level on the pool cover to be
ready to unplug the pump before it runs dry.
7. The motor is thermally protected. This means
that the pump will shut off before damage from
overloading can be done to the motor. Low voltage, long extension cords, clogged impeller, very
low head or lift, etc., could cause cycling.
8. This pump will pump water down to 2-1/4"; this
means that it will not remove all water. If unit has
been operating and suddenly no water comes
out of discharge hose, shut off unit immediately.
Water level is probably very low and unit has
broken prime. Use mop or squeegee to remove
remaining water.
9. Pump depends on water for lubrication. Do not
operate pump unless it is in at least 2-1/4” of
water as pump may be damaged if allowed to
run dry.
Risk of electric shock. Before
attempting to check why unit has stopped operating, disconnect power from unit. Do not handle pump with wet hands or when standing on
wet or damp surfaces, or in water. Failure to follow this precaution can result in personal injury
or death and/or property damage.
MAINTENANCE
Risk of electric shock. Make certain that the pump is unplugged before attempting to
service or remove any component.
To clean the screen and filter:
1. Unplug the pump and remove it from the pool
cover.
2. Remove the hose.
3. Dry the pump and cord.
4. Squeeze the sides of the screen together (Key
No. 4) and pull it away from the pump. Screen
will unsnap and come off.
5. Remove foam filter (Key No. 3) and wash in
soapy water.
6. Rinse and reassemble.
To clean the impeller:
1. Remove screen (Key No. 4) as described above.
2. Grasp nose of pump (Key No. 2) and twist coun-
terclockwise. Front plate will come off, bringing
impeller with it.
3. Clean impeller and replace front plate of pump.
Twist clockwise to lock it in place.
4. Replace screen and filter. Pump is ready for
operation.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Pump won’t start or run.
1.
Blown fuse:
If blown, replace with fuse of prop-
er size.
2.
Low line voltage:
If voltage under recommended
minimum, check size of wiring from main switch
on property. If OK, contact power company.
3.
Obstructed impeller:
Unplug pump and clear the
impeller (Key No. 2) .
4.
Pump Unplugged:
Plug in pump.
5.
Defective motor:
Replace pump.
Pump operates but delivers little or no
water.
1.
Garden hose is air-locked:
Remove the garden
hose from the pump and hold the hose up while
walking all of the water out of the hose.
Emptying the hose of water should restore the
flow.
2.
Low line voltage:
If voltage under recommended
minimum, check size of wiring from main switch
on property. If OK, contact power company.
3.
Something caught in impeller:
Follow instructions under “To Clean Impeller” under
“Maintenance”.
4.
Plugged filter or screen:
Remove parts and clean;
replace if necessary.
5.
Worn or defective parts or plugged impeller:
Clean parts; if required, replace parts or pump.
Key Part Part
No. Description Qty. No.
1 Impeller Assembly 1 57R101
2 Foam Filter 1 500S66
REPAIR PARTS
1
2
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