Flotec FP0S4100X, FP0S3000X, FP0S1200X, FP0S2300X Owner's Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Submersible
Waterfall/Utility Pumps

NOTICE D’UTILISATION

Pompes submersibles tout
usage et pour chute d’eau

MANUAL DEL USUARIO

Bombas sumergibles
para cascadas/uso general

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FP514/253P4180 (Rev. 1/21/05)

FP0S4100X FP0S1200X

FP0S2300X
FP0S3000X

P.O. Box 342, Delavan, WI 53115

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [e-mail]
Web Site: http://www.flotecwater.com

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Safety 2

For parts or assistance, call Flotec Customer Service at 1-800-365-6832

READ AND FOLLOW

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!

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.

warns about hazards that will cause serious

personal injury, death or major property damage if
ignored.

warns about hazards that can cause serious

personal injury, death or major property damage if
ignored.

warns about hazards that will or can cause

minor personal injury or property damage if ignored.
The label NOTICE indicates special instructions which

are important but not related to hazards.

GENERAL SAFETY

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.

To avoid serious injury and/or property damage, read and
follow these rules and instructions carefully.

Hazardous voltage. Can shock, burn or

cause death. To reduce the risk of electric shock, use

only on portable self-contained fountains no larger than
5 feet in any dimension.

1. Pump is designed for use with clean, cold, fresh

water. Do not use to pump any flammable liquid.

2. Do not lift pump by power cord at any time.

Attempting to lift or support the pump by the power
cord can damage the cord and cord connections,
and will void warranty. Always lift the pump by the
lifting handle.

3. Meet National Electrical Code, Canadian Electrical

Code, and local codes for all wiring. The National
Electric Code requires installation of a ground fault
circuit interrupter (GFCI) in the branch circuit sup­plying fountain pumps and other pond equipment.
Purchase a GFI at your local electrical supply
dealer.

4. Installation must comply with all local codes per-

taining to outdoor ponds/waterfall/fountains.

5. Know the pump application, limitations, and poten-

tial hazards.

6. Disconnect the power before servicing.

7. Release all pressure within the system before servic­ing any component.

8. Drain all water from the system before servicing.

9. Secure the discharge line before starting pump. An
unsecured discharge line will whip, possibly causing
personal injury and/or property damage.

10. Check hoses for weak or worn condition before each
use, making certain that all connections are secure.

11. Periodically inspect the pump and system compo­nents. Keep the screen free of debris and foreign
objects. Perform routine maintenance as required.

12. Personal Safety:
a. Wear safety glasses at all times when working with

pumps.

b. Keep work area clean, uncluttered and properly

lighted – replace all unused tools and equipment.
c. Keep visitors at a safe distance from work area.
d. Make workshop child-proof – with padlocks, mas-

ter switches, and by removing starter keys.

13. This equipment is only for use on 115 volt (single
phase) and is equipped with an approved 3-conduc­tor cord and 3-prong, grounding-type plug.

Hazardous voltage. Can shock, burn or

cause death. T

o reduce risk of electric shock, pull plug
before servicing. This pump has not been investigated for
use in swimming pool areas. Pump is supplied with a
grounding conductor and grounding-type attachment plug.
Be sure it is connected only to an individual branch circuit
with a properly grounded grounding-type receptacle.
Where a 2-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it must
be replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong receptacle
installed in accordance with codes and ordinances that
apply.

14. Make certain power source conforms to requirements

of your equipment.

15. Protect the electrical cord from sharp objects, hot sur-

faces, oil, and chemicals. Avoid kinking cord.
Replace or repair damaged or worn cords
immediately.

16. Do not touch an operating motor. Modern motors are

designed to operate at high temperatures.

17. Do not handle pump or pump motor with wet hands

or when standing on wet or damp surface, or in
water.

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Thank you for purchasing a top quality, factory tested pump.

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General Safety .....................................................................................................2

Warranty..............................................................................................................3

Installation ........................................................................................................4,5

Maintenance........................................................................................................6

Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................6

AT TACH ORIGINAL RECEIPT HERE FOR WARRANTY CONSIDERATION.

FLOTEC warrants to the original consumer purchaser (“Purchaser”) of its prod­ucts that they are free from defects in material or workmanship.

If within twelve (12) months from the date of the original consumer purchase
any such product shall prove to be defective, it shall be repaired or replaced at
FLOTEC’s option, subject to the terms and conditions set forth below. Your orig­inal receipt of purchase is required to determine warranty eligibility.

Exceptions to the Twelve (12) Month Warranty

Ninety (90) Day Warranty:

If within ninety (90) days from original consumer purchase any Drill Pump,
Pitcher Pump, or In-Line Water Filter Cartridge shall prove to be defective, it
shall be replaced, subject to the terms set forth below.

Two (2) Year Warranty:

If within two (2) years from original consumer purchase any 1/3 HP Submersible
Sump Pump shall prove to be defective, it shall be repaired or replaced at
FLOTEC’s option, subject to the terms and conditions set forth below.

Three (3) Year Warranty:

If within three (3) years from original consumer purchase any 4” Submersible
Well Pump, or 1/2 HP Submersible Sump Pump, shall prove to be defective, it
shall be repaired or replaced at FLOTEC’s option, subject to the terms and con­ditions set forth below.

Four (4) Year Warranty:

If within four (4) years from original consumer purchase any FLOODMATE
7000

TM

Submersible Sump Pump shall prove to be defective, it shall be repaired
or replaced at FLOTEC’s option, subject to the terms and conditions set forth
below.

Five (5) Year Warranty:

If within five (5) years from original consumer purchase any Pre-Charge water
system tank shall prove to be defective, it shall be repaired or replaced at
FLOTEC’s option, subject to the terms and conditions set forth below.

General Terms and Conditions

Purchaser must pay all labor and shipping charges necessary to replace product
covered by this warranty. This warranty shall not apply to acts of God, nor shall
it apply to products which, in the sole judgement of FLOTEC, have been sub­ject to negligence, abuse, accident, misapplication, tampering, alteration; nor
due to improper installation, operation, maintenance or storage; nor to other
than normal application, use or service, including but not limited to, opera­tional failures caused by corrosion, rust or other foreign materials in the system,
or operation at pressures in excess of recommended maximums.

Requests for service under this warranty shall be made by returning the defec­tive product to the Retail outlet or to FLOTEC as soon as possible after the dis­covery of any alleged defect. FLOTEC will subsequently take corrective action
as promptly as reasonably possible. No requests for service under this warran­ty will be accepted if received more than 30 days after the term of the warran­ty.

This warranty sets forth FLOTEC’s sole obligation and purchaser’s exclusive
remedy for defective products.

FLOTEC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL,
OR CONTINGENT DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.

THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE
DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE EXPRESS WARRANTIES PROVIDED HEREIN.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse­quential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the
above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state
to state.

Flotec Limited Warranty

FLOTEC • P.O. Box 342 • Delavan, WI U.S.A. 53115

Phone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]

E-Mail: [e-mail] • Web Site: http://www.flotecwater.com

Installation 4

DESCRIPTION

These submersible pumps are designed for use in water­fall/ fountain applications or as a utility pump. The units
are equipped with a 3-prong grounding-type power cord.
Ball bearings on motor shafts never need lubrication.
Automatic reset thermal protection.

Pump water only with this pump.

SPECIFICATIONS

Power supply required..................................115V, 60 HZ.

Motor duty .......................................................continuous

Liquid Temp. Range .....................32°F to 100°F (0°-38°C)

Individual Branch Circuit

Requirement (minimum) ......................................15 Amps

Discharge Fittings:

...........................1/2”, 3/4”, and 1” Barbed Hose Adapter

.................................................1-1/4” x 1” FNPT Reducer

........................................................Garden Hose Adapter

NOTICE: Not designed for applications involving salt
water or brine! Use with salt water or brine will void
warranty.

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

INSTALLATION

See Figure 1 for typical installation connections to pump
(NOTE: Fountain accessories not included with pump).

1. Install the pump on a hard level surface. Make sure
that the pump cannot pick up rocks, mud and debris,
etc. If neccesary, put a block under the pump to raise
it slightly. If used with a fountain jet, position the
pump so that the fountain jet is above the surface of
the water.

2. Protect the power cord from damage. Uncovered
cords should be routinely inspected for damage or
deterioration. DO NOT operate the pump if the cord
is damaged.

3. If used in a garden pond, adjust the diverter valve to
control the fountain spray height and flow over the
waterfall. Do not restrict pump suction to adjust
flows. Restrictng the suction will starve the pump for
water and can damage the pump.

4. If the pump is connected to a pond filter, adjust the
diverter valve to provide adequate flow to the filter.
Refer to the filter instruction manual to determine
flow requirements of filter.

For parts or assistance, call Flotec Customer Service at 1-800-365-6832

GPH (LPH) AT TOTAL FEET (M) No Flow

Motor 1 5 10 15 20 25 At Height

Model HP (.3 M) (1.5 M) (3 M) (4.6 M) (6.1 M) (7.6 M) Shown Below

FP0S1200X 1/6 1,200 (4,542) 1,000 (3,785) 675 (2,555) 400 (1,514) – – 20’ (6.1 M)
FP0S2300X 3/10 2,300 (8,858) 1,975 (7,476) 1,425 (5,394) 850 (3,218) 300 (1,136) – 22’ (6.7 M)
FP0S3000X 4/10 3,000 (11,356) 2,500 (9,464) 1,900 (7,192) 1,320 (4,997) 750 (2,839) – 25’ (7.6 M)
FP0S4100X 1/2 4,100 (15,520) 3,600 (13,627) 3,000 (11,356) 2,400 (9,085) 1,625 (6,151) 920 (3,483) 30’ (9.1 M)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Minimum Pumps

Motor Full Load Circuit Down

Model H.P. Amps Req. (Amps) To

FP0S1200X 1/6 1.5 15 7/16” (11mm)
FP0S2300X 3/10 2.6 15 7/16” (11mm)
FP0S3000X 4/10 3.0 15 7/16” (11mm)
FP0S4100X 1/2 7.2 15 1-3/8” (35mm)

Figure 1: Typical Garden Pond and Waterfall
Installation.

Use foliage to cover
tubing to waterfall

Diverter
valve

Raise the pump
off of the bottom
of the pond

Plastic
tubing
to waterfall

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Power
cord

GFCI
outlet

Landscaping
rocks