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Before start-up, note the following:
The pump can be connected to any
shock-proof plug which has been installed
according to regulations. The plug must
have a supply voltage of 115 V~ at 60 Hz.
CAUTION
This pump has been evaluated for
use with water only.
Access by children should also be 8.
prevented with appropriate measures.
WARNING: Handling the Power Cord 9.
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.)
WARNING
IMPORTANT! For your own safety –
before starting to run the pump, please
have the following items checked by an
expert:
Risk of electric shock – This pump is 1.
supplied with a grounding conductor
and grounding-type attachment plug.
To reduce the risk of electric shock,
connect only to a properly grounded,
grounding-type receptacle.
Risk of electric shock – This pump 2.
has not been investigated for use in
swimming pool areas.
The electrical connections must be 3.
protected from moisture.
If there is danger of ooding, the 4.
electrical connections must be taken
to higher ground.
Circulation of caustic uids, as well 5.
as the circulation of abrasive materi-
als, must be avoided at all costs.
The pump must be protected from 6.
frost.
The warnings, precautions, and in-10.
structions 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 95°
F (35°C). Do not use the pump for other
uids, especially not fuels, cleaning uids,
or other chemical products.
SPECIFICATIONS
Pump Applications
Electrical
Requirements
Power Cord18AWG X 3C - SJTW
Maximum Capacity1400 GPH (Approx. 23 GPM)
Maximum Delivery Height 26.3 Ft.
Discharge Size
Removes Clear Water Down to
1/8” of Surface
115 V~ / 60 Hz / 1/4 HP
2.6 A (Start) / 2.5 A (Run)
1” Pipe with 3/4”-11.5 TPI Garden
Hose Adapter
The pump must be protected from 7.
running dry.
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UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure
that the item is intact and undamaged. If
any parts are missing or broken, please
call Harbor Freight Tools at the number
shown on the cover of this manual as soon
as possible.
INSTALLATION
Make sure that the socket is suf-2.
ciently secured and is in excellent
condition.
When the plug is inserted into the 3.
socket the pump will be on standby.
WARNING! If the power cord or plug is
damaged, do not use the pump. The
power cord or plug may only be re-
paired by a certied electrician.
The submersible motor pump must
be installed in a stationary position with
either:
A xed pipeline ora.
A exible hose pipe.b.
Please note!
Do not install the pump by suspend-1.
ing it unsupported from its delivery
pipe or power cord. The pump must
be suspended from the handle or be
placed on the bottom of the shaft. To
ensure that the pump works properly,
keep the bottom of the shaft free from
sludge and dirt of all kinds.
If the water level sinks too low, any 2.
sludge in the shaft will dry out and
stop the pump from starting. To help
ensure the pump will start as re-
quired, check the pump regularly with
start-up tests.
The pump must be installed with an 3.
automatic oat switch (not included)
to prevent running dry.
Areas of use
This pump is designed for use as a 1.
basement pump. When installed in a
shaft, this pump provides some pro-
tection from basement ooding.
This pump can also be used to trans-2.
fer water (e.g. household, farming,
plumbing).
OPERATION
After reading these instructions, consider the following points before starting
the pump:
Verify that the pump rests on the oor 1.
of the shaft, if it is not suspended by
the handle.
Verify that the delivery pipe is prop-2.
erly connected.
Verify that the electrical connection is 3.
115 V~, 60 Hz.
Verify that the electrical socket is in 4.
good condition.
Power Supply
The pump is equipped with a shock-1.
proof plug according to regulations.
The pump is designed to be connected to 115 V~, 60 Hz safety socket.
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Verify that water and moisture cannot 5.
get near the power supply socket.
Verify that the pump is installed so as 6.
to prevent running dry.
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MAINTENANCE
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION:
Unplug the Pump from its
electrical outlet before
performing any inspection,
maintenance, or cleaning
procedures.
IMPELLER
(14)
FIGURE B
If the pump is moved during op-
eration, ush it out with clean water after
every use.
Quarterly Maintenance
The below maintenance must be performed at least once every 3 months under
optimal conditions. For frequent use, or
dirty areas, more frequent maintenance is
required.
Clean sludge and debris from the bot-1.
tom of the shaft.
Rinse the housing off with clean wa-2.
ter.
Clean bers from inside the pump 3.
housing with a pressure washer (not
included).
FILTER
(11)
a. Remove the Filter (11) from the
pump case.
Clean the impeller with clean water.b.
To prevent damage, do not rest the c.
pump on the impeller or pry against
the impeller.
Reassemble in reverse order.d.
If the pump housing cannot be 4.
cleaned from the outside, it must be
thoroughly cleaned. Make sure the
power cord is unplugged before
maintenance. Dismantle the bottom
part of the pump as follows:
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Troubleshooting
ProblemPossible CausesPossible Solutions
Pump runs, but
will not deliver any
water.
Pump won’t start
or run.
Excessive noise or
vibration.
Pump starts
and stops too
frequently.
Filter and/or impeller clogged.1.
When starting, the pump water 2.
height (1/8”) falls below the
minimum water level.
Low line voltage.3.
Optional check valve stuck or 4.
installed backwards.
Check power connections and 1.
circuits/fuses.
Water level too low.2.
Filter and/or impeller clogged.3.
Defective motor.4.
Worn bearings.1.
Debris in impeller.2.
Discharge garden hose 3.
restricted.
Water temperature too high.1.
Back ow of water from 2.
discharge garden hose.
Remove lter. Clean out dirt and debris from 1.
lter and impeller. Then replace Filter.
There must be at least 1/8” deep water for the 2.
Pump to operate properly.
Consult with an electrician.3.
Remove and examine check valve.4.
Consult with an electrician.1.
Allow water level to rise above 1/8”, or move 2.
Pump to a lower location.
Remove lter. Clean out dirt and debris from 3.
lter and impeller. Then replace lter.
Have a qualied service technician repair or 4.
replace.
Have a qualied service technician repair or 1.
replace.
Remove lter. Clean impeller. Then replace 2.
lter.
Clean Pump and discharge garden hose.3.
Do not exceed temperatures above 95° 1.
Fahrenheit.
Install or inspect optional check valve.2.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the
tool. Disconnect power supply before service.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY
DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR
DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT
HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS
QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/
OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD
BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE
BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE
ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER
INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
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ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
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LIMITED 1 YEAR / 90 DAY WARRANTY
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 for a period
of ninety days from date of purchase that the engine/motor, the belts (if so equipped),
and the blades (if so equipped) are free of defects in materials and workmanship. Harbor Freight Tools also warrants to the original purchaser, for a period of one year from
date of purchase, that all other parts and components of the product are free from
defects in materials and workmanship (90 days if used by a professional contractor or
if used as rental equipment). This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or
indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our
facilities, 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 veries 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 specic legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
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Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail-
able individually as replacement parts.
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