Harbor Freight Tools 66095 Product manual

Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions

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ITEM 66095

REV 11h

Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
SAVE THIS MANUAL.

CAUTION

This pump has been designed
for use with water only.

WARNING

IMPORTANT! For your own safety – before
starting to run the pump, please have the
following items checked by an expert:

1. Risk of electric shock – This pump is supplied
with a grounding conductor and grounding­type attachment connector. To reduce the risk
of electric shock, connect only to a properly
grounded, grounding-type receptacle.

2. Risk of electric shock – This pump is not
designed for use in swimming pools.

3. The electrical connections must
be protected from moisture.

4. Circulation of caustic uids, as well as
the circulation of abrasive materials,
must be avoided at all costs.

5. The pump must be protected from frost.

6. The pump must be protected from running dry.

7. Access by children should also be
prevented with appropriate measures.

8. This pump is intended to reduce the effects

of nuisance bilge water only and is not
designed to prevent sinking in the event of
leakage. Never leave a boat unattended or
take a boat away from shore with a leak.

9. Install with a secondary back-up bilge

pump and oat switch (sold separately)
wired separately to prevent ooding
if the rst bilge pump fails.

10. To prevent re, only install on 12VDC

power supply protected by 15A fuse.

11. WARNING: Handling the Cords on this
product will expose you to lead, a chemical
known to the State of California to cause
cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling. (California
Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)

12. The warnings, precautions, and instructions
discussed in this instruction manual cannot
cover all possible conditions and situations
that may occur. It must be understood by
the operator that common sense and caution
are factors which cannot be built into this
product, but must be supplied by the operator.

Fluid Type

The Pump is designed for use with water with a
maximum temperature of 77° F (25°C).

Do not use the pump for other uids, especially not
fuels, cleaning uids, or other chemical products.

Specications

Power Requirements 12 VDC Battery

Fuse Required 15 Amp (sold separately)

Maximum Capacity 1,000 GPH

Maximum Lift 13′

Outlet Size 1-1/8″

Drains down to 1/8″

Installation

This pump must be installed in
a stationary position.

Please note!

1. Do not install the pump by suspending it
unsupported from the discharge hose or wires.
Place the pump on the bottom of the bilge.

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2. Depress the tabs on each side of the
bilge pump and remove the screen.

WARNING! Verify that installation
surface has no hidden utility lines
before drilling or driving screws.
Do not drill through the bottom of the boat.

3. Choose the area to install the bilge pump and
use appropriate hardware (not included) to
secure the screen to the bottom of the bilge.

4. Connect the pump to the screen with the tabs.

5. Install the pump with an automatic oat

switch, power switch, and fuse (none
included) to prevent damage to the pump.

Power Supply

As shown below, connect the pump to a 12V
battery (not included) located in a dry, secure area.

Operation

– +

Battery

15A Fuse

Float Switch

Manual

Switch

+

Pump

–

After reading these instructions, consider the
following points before starting the pump:

1. Verify that the pump rests on
the bottom of the bilge.

2. Verify that the discharge hose is
properly connected. A smooth bore
discharge hose is recommended.

3. Verify that the electrical connection
is a 12 VDC battery.

4. Wiring that may be exposed to moisture
should be sealed with heat shrink tubing.

5. Verify that water and moisture cannot
get near the power supply.

WARNING! If the wire insulation or housing is
damaged, do not use the pump. Repairs should

be done by a electrician to maintain waterproong.

6. Verify that the pump is installed
to prevent dry running.

7. To ensure that the pump works properly,
keep the bottom of the bilge
free from dirt and debris.

Monthly Maintenance

TO PREVENT INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Disconnect Pump from battery before maintenance.

Note: Maintain more frequently in dirty conditions.

1. Clean sludge and debris from
the bottom of the bilge.

2. Rinse the housing off with clean water.

3. Depress the tabs on the sides of the
pump and remove the Screen.

4. Clean the impeller with clean water.
To prevent damage, do not rest the pump
on the impeller or pry on the impeller.

5. Reassemble in reverse order.

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Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions

Pump won’t run or will
not deliver any water.

Excessive noise
or vibration.

Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.

Disconnect power supply before service.

90 Day Warranty

1. Blown fuse or
bad connection.

2. Water level too low.

3. Screen/impeller clogged.

4. Defective motor.

1. Debris in impeller.

2. Worn bearings.

1. Check power connections
and circuits/fuses.

2. Allow water level to rise above 1/8″.

3. Remove screen. Clean out screen
and impeller, then replace.

4. Replace Bilge Pump.

1. Remove screen. Clean out screen
and impeller, then replace.

2. Replace bilge pump.

Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort
to assure that its products meet high quality
and durability standards, and warrants to the
original purchaser that this product is free from
defects in materials and workmanship for the
period of 90 days from the date of purchase.
This warranty does not apply to damage due
directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence
or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our
facilities, criminal activity, improper installation,
normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance.
We shall in no event be liable for death,
injuries to persons or property, or for incidental,
contingent, special or consequential damages
arising from the use of our product. Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation of exclusion may not apply to
you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU
OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.

To take advantage of this warranty, the product
or part must be returned to us with transportation
charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an
explanation of the complaint must accompany the

merchandise. If our inspection veries the defect,

we will either repair or replace the product at our
election or we may elect to refund the purchase
price if we cannot readily and quickly provide
you with a replacement. We will return repaired
products at our expense, but if we determine
there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from
causes not within the scope of our warranty, then
you must bear the cost of returning the product.

This warranty gives you specic legal

rights and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.

Record Product’s Serial Number Here:

Note: If product has no serial number, record

month and year of purchase instead.

Note: Replacement parts are not available.

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