Flotec FPUS1860A Owner's Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL

Utility Sink Pump

NOTICE D’UTILISATION

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MANUAL DEL USUARIO

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Installation/Operation/Parts

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FPUS1860A

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Safety 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains important instruc­tions that should be followed during installation, operation, and main­tenance of the product. 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 dam-

aged safety labels.

California Proposition 65 Warning

This product and related accessories contain chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
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.

3.

Connect the pump to a separate circuit with no other appliances on
the circuit. Consult a licensed electrician for all wiring.

NOTICE: This pump does not require a connection to a main stack vent,
per the National Standard Plumbing Code (NSPC) 2003 Section 11.7.9.

Hazardous voltage. Can shock, burn or cause

death. Unplug pump before working on it.

INSTALLATION (SEE FIGURES 1 AND 2)

Electric Shock Hazard. Plug pump into a properly

grounded, GFCI protected outlet. Do NOT plug in the pump until after
it is completely installed. Do not remove or modify the grounding pins
on the plugs.

Sink Bottom with Drain Port;

Sink Bottom with Drain Port;
Tail Piece integral with Sink

Tail Piece integral with Sink

A

A

1

1

9

2

2

3

3

1-1/2” Pump

1-1/2” Pump
Inlet Port

Inlet Port

1-1/4” Pump

1-1/4” Pump
Discharge

Discharge

For easier maintenance,

For easier maintenance,
use 2 short sections of

use 2 short sections of
pipe connected by a

pipe connected by a
1-1/2” Solvent Union.

1-1/2” Solvent Union.

4

4

5

5

6

6

7

7

9

B

B

C

C

6

6

7

7

8

8

DESCRIPTION

This pump is designed to be used with a sink where a gravity drain line
is not available. Attach the pump to the drain tail piece; the pump will
start when water begins to drain. Uses include basement laundry sinks,
wet bars and utility sinks.

SPECIFICATIONS

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

Liquid Temp. Range ............................................ 32° – 120°F (0° – 50°C)

Individual Branch Circuit Required (min.) .................................... 15 Amps

Pump Inlet ................................................................................ 1-1/2” NPT

Pump Discharge ....................................................................... 1-1/4” NPT

Fire or explosion hazard. Do not use in explosive

atmospheres. Pump fresh water only with this pump. Use with salt water
or brine will void the warranty.

Fittings Supplied: Qty.

Fittings Supplied: Qty.

A Sink Drain Screen 1

A Sink Drain Screen 1
B 1-1/4” NPT x 1-1/4” Slip Check Valve 1

B 1-1/4” NPT x 1-1/4” Slip Check Valve 1
C 1-1/4” NPT Ball Valve 1

C 1-1/4” NPT Ball Valve 1

Purchase Separately: Qty.

Purchase Separately: Qty.

1 1-1/2” NPT x 1-1/2” Slip Female Adapter 1

1 1-1/2” NPT x 1-1/2” Slip Female Adapter 1
2 1-1/2” Schedule 40 PVC Pipe, to fit 1

2 1-1/2” Schedule 40 PVC Pipe, to fit 1
3 1-1/2” NPT x 1-1/2” Slip Male Adapter 1

3 1-1/2” NPT x 1-1/2” Slip Male Adapter 1
4 1-1/4” NPT Galvanized Nipple (to fit) 1

4 1-1/4” NPT Galvanized Nipple (to fit) 1
5 1-1/4” NPT Galvanized Union 1

5 1-1/4” NPT Galvanized Union 1
6 1-1/4” NPT x 1-1/4” Male Adapter 2

6 1-1/4” NPT x 1-1/4” Male Adapter 2
7 1-1/4” Schedule 40 PVC Pipe, to fit 4

7 1-1/4” Schedule 40 PVC Pipe, to fit 4
8 1-1/4” Socket to Socket 90° Elbow 1

8 1-1/4” Socket to Socket 90° Elbow 1
9 1-1/4” Schedule 40 PVC Pipe to Drain As Needed

9 1-1/4” Schedule 40 PVC Pipe to Drain As Needed
PVC Pipe Cement As Needed

PVC Pipe Cement As Needed
PTFE pipe thread sealant tape As Needed

PTFE pipe thread sealant tape As Needed
1-1/2” Plastic Solvent Union

1-1/2” Plastic Solvent Union
(For Drop Pipe – Optional)

(For Drop Pipe – Optional)

NOTE: Be careful to avoid cross-threading;

NOTE: Be careful to avoid cross-threading;

Use only a plastic-compatible pipe-threading

Use only a plastic-compatible pipe-threading
compound or PTFE pipe thread sealant tape

compound or PTFE pipe thread sealant tape
when connecting threaded fittings to plastic adapters.

when connecting threaded fittings to plastic adapters.

Figure 1: Typical method of mounting the pump.

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Installation 3

PUMP INSTALLATION

Mount the pump

NOTICE: DO NOT use plumber’s pipe threading compound (“pipe

dope”) on plastic pipe; it can damage the plastic, causing leaks and
piping failure and voiding the warranty.

1. Place the sink in its final location.

2. Remove any existing drain fittings back to the tail piece (Figure 1).

Make sure the existing tail piece does not leak.
NOTICE: If the sink-drain tail piece is not 1-1/2” NPT, you will have
to adapt it (bushings, reducers, etc.). In this case, wrap all joints
with PTFE pipe thread sealant tape before making connections.

3. Glue the 1-1/2” PVC pipe into the female adapter (purchase

separately).

cement manufacturer’s instructions when using PVC cement. Do not
use near fire or open flame.

4. Wrap the threads of the tail piece with 1 to 1-1/2 turns of PTFE pipe

thread sealant tape. Thread the 1-1/2” NPT female adapter onto the
sink-drain tail piece. Thread it hand tight plus 1/2 turn with a pipe
wrench or slip joint pliers. DO NOT overtighten.

5. Wrap the threads of the 1-1/2” male adapter with 1 to 1-1/2 turns

of PTFE pipe thread sealant tape and install it in the pump inlet.
Tighten it hand tight plus 1/2 turn with a pipe wrench or slip joint
pliers. DO NOT overtighten!

6. Measure the 1-1/2” PVC pipe against the drain and the pump and

trim the pipe to fit.

Fire and explosion hazard. Be sure to follow the

Discharge Pipe**

Laundry

Sink

Check Valve*

Shut-Off/Flow­Balancing Valve*

1-1/4” Male Adapter**

1-1/4” Union**

1-1/4” PVC

1-1/2” Female
Adapter**

1-1/2” PVC**

1-1/2” Male
Adapter**

Screen*

†

7. Do a trial assembly (dry - no glue) of the pump onto the drain pipe.
Swing the pump until it accurately faces the discharge piping, and
then mark the pump and the inlet pipe/adapter assembly so that
you can accurately install the pump in Step 8. Arrange a temporary
support under the pump to relieve the strain on the sink drain
piping while the glue is setting. Leave it in place while you measure
and cut the discharge piping (Step 12).

8. Slide the pump up into position and glue the pipe into the male
adapter (on the pump).

• No glue on the pump or in the motor;

• Make sure the pump is facing the right direction (match the

marks from Step 7);

• Put the support in place under the motor.

9. Wrap the 1-1/4” galvanized nipple with 1-1/2 to 2turns of PTFE
pipe thread sealant tape on each end and thread it into the pump
discharge port.
NOTICE: Tighten this only enough to prevent leaking. Over­tightening can crack the plastic.

10. Hold the nipple with a pipe wrench and thread one half of the
1-1/4” union onto it, hand tight plus 1-1/2 turns with a pipe wrench
or slip-joint pliers.

11. At this time, wrap the threads on both the 1-1/4” male adapters
with 1-1/2 to 2 turns of PTFE pipe thread sealant tape. Thread
one of the adapters into the other half of the 1-1/4” union, hand
tight plus 1/2 turn with a wrench or a pair of slip-joint pliers.
DO NOT overtighten!

12. Install the discharge piping as shown in Figures 1 and 2. The
order is:

1-1/4” PVC Pipe cut to fit,
90° Soc. to Soc. elbow,
1-/14” PVC Pipe cut to fit,
Male adapter,
Flow Control/Ball Valve,

Check Valve,

(NOTICE: Install the check valve in the vertical discharge pipe with

the threads down. Be sure the flow arrow points AWAY from the
pump. That is, when the check valve is correctly installed, the arrow
showing direction of flow should point UP.)

1-1/4” Outlet Pipe.

13. Connect the discharge piping to the building drain.

Plug in the Pump

AFTER the pump is completely installed, plug the switch into a GFCI­protected, properly grounded outlet. Plug the pump into the back of the
switch’s plug.

Pump*

1-1/4” Nipple**

* Required and included
** Purchase separately
†

For easier removal for servicing or cleaning,

install a 1-1/2” solvent union in the drop pipe.

Figure 2: Pump Installed.

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

1-1/4” Socket to
Socket 90° Elbow**

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Installation / Maintenance 4

Adjusting The Flow

The drain pump can pump up to 27 gallons per minute (GPM). Normal
sink drains allow only 5 to 6 GPM to flow. Adjust the discharge shut-off/
flow balancing valve as follows so that the pump does not cycle on and
off when the faucets are on full.

1. Run water into the sink. The pump will start when it detects water.

2. Check for leaks. If leaks are found, unplug the pump power cord
and fix the leaks before proceeding.

3. Put a stopper in the drain and allow the sink to fill up a few inches.

4. Open the discharge shut-off valve, open the faucets, and remove
the stopper to drain the sink.

5. The pump will start. Adjust the discharge shut-off/flow balancing
valve until the pump runs continuously while the faucets are
running and the sink is draining. If the water level rises with the
pump on, slightly open the discharge valve to balance the flow. If it
drops, slightly close the discharge valve.

Washing Machine Use

Washing machines usually discharge more water than the faucets do,
and it is normal for the water level to rise in the sink while the pump
is discharging. Do not adjust the discharge valve to match the flow
w hen the washing machine discharges into it, unless the sink is ONLY
used for washing machine discharge.

NOTICE: Washing machine discharge water contains fiber and

lint. Unfiltered washing machine discharge could plug the pump and
require pump disassembly for cleaning. To avoid this, install a lint trap
or bag type filter in the washing machine discharge line and clean it
out regularly.

MAINTENANCE

This pump requires very little maintenance and should provide a long
service life. Problems are rare; when the pump flow drops off, the most
likely cause is something solid going down the drain and jamming the
impeller.

To clear a jammed impeller:

1. Unplug the Pump.

2. Close the discharge shutoff valve.

3. Bail out the sink as much as possible.

4. Disconnect the union, unscrew the pump from the sink tail piece,
lower the pump to the floor, and slide it out from under the sink (see
Figure 3).

5. Remove the six housing screws (see Figure 4).

6. Clean out the pump. Make sure that the pump discharge is clear. If
necessary, replace the impeller.

7. Install the new gasket (included with impeller). Reassemble the
pump.

8. Raise the pump back into position, thread it back onto the sink tail
piece, and reconnect the union.

9. Plug in the pump. Run water in the sink until the pump has run
at least one complete cycle to make sure the pump is operating
correctly and there are no leaks.

Discharge Pipe

Discharge Pipe

Laundry

Laundry

Sink

Sink

Check Valve

Screen

Screen

†

1-1/2” PVC

1-1/2” PVC

Pump

Pump

†

†

For easier removal for servicing or cleaning,

For easier removal for servicing or cleaning,

install a 1-1/2” solvent union in the drop pipe.

install a 1-1/2” solvent union in the drop pipe.

†

Check Valve

Shut-Off/Flow-

Shut-Off/Flow­Balancing Valve

Balancing Valve

1-1/4” Union Half

1-1/4” Union Half

1-1/4” Union

1-1/4” Union
Half

Half

Figure 3: Pump Removal.

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Figure 4: Remove six housing screws to clean out pump.

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Troubleshooting 5

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION

Pump does not run when water Pump unplugged. Plug in pump.

flows in from sink

Pump impeller jammed. Unplug pump; follow procedure under “Maintenance”
to clear pump.

Sink stopper in drain. Remove stopper.
Pump runs, but does not empty Drain clogged. Clear drain screen.

sink

Clogged discharge line. Unplug pump, open and clear discharge line.
Shut-off valve closed. Open shut-off valve slightly.
System discharge line too Unplug pump and reduce height or length of discharge line

high or too long. (11’ Max. Height).
Check valve installed Make sure flow arrow on check valve points away

backwards from pump.
Pump cycles on and off when Check valve not installed. Unplug pump and install check valve (see Figures 2

no water is in the sink and 3, Pages 3 and 4).
Check valve jammed. Unplug pump; open discharge line and clean check valve.

Pump cycles on and off when the Shut-off valve not adjusted. See “Adjusting the Flow”, Page 3.

sink is at maximum water
flow or is full

No power to outlet. Check fuse / breaker.

Shut-off valve not installed. Unplug pump and install shut-off valve (see Figures 2

and 3, Pages 3 and 4).

1

3

2

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REPAIR KIT, Part No. PS20-137REP

Key No. Part Description Qty.

1 Diaphragm Switch 1
2 Impeller 1
3 Gasket 1

FITTINGS KIT, Part No. PS198-291

1-1/4” NPT x 1-1/4” Slip Check Valve 1

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Sink Drain Screen 1

1-1/4” Ball Valve 1