Simer Pumps 12558, 12356 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Submersible Sump Pumps

NOTICE D’UTILISATION

Pompes submersibles
pour puisard

MANUAL DEL USUARIO

Bombas sumergibles
para sumideros y efluentes

Installation/Operation

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installation, or maintenance
assistance:

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Installation/Fonctionnement

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Instalación/Operación

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SIM852 (Rev. 5/28/09)

MODELS 12356, 12558

293 Wright St., Delavan, WI 53115

Phone:

1-800-468-7867
1-800-546-7867

Fax:

1-800-390-5351

Web Site:

http://www.simerpump.com

5870 0808 B&W

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Specifications and Safety 2

DESCRIPTION

This Submersible Sump Pump is designed for home
sumps. Unit is equipped with a 3-prong grounding-type
power cord. Motor is sealed for cooler running. Bearings
on motor shaft never need lubrication. Automatic reset
thermal protection. Not designed for use as a swimming
pool drainer.

SPECIFICATIONS

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

Liquid Temp. Range ................32°F to 95°F(0°-35°C)

Minimum Water Level when pump is operating ...5.5"

Max. Submergence Level.......................................23'

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

Discharge.................................................1-1/2" FNPT

NOTICE: Do not reduce size of discharge pipe or
hose below 1-1/4" diameter. If discharge is too small,
pump will overheat and fail prematurely.

This pump is designed for use in a residential sump
only. Pump water only with this pump.

NOTICE: This unit is not designed as a waterfall or foun­tain pump, or for applications involving salt water or
brine! Use with waterfalls, fountains, salt water or brine
will void warranty.

NOTICE: Pump can pump down to about 1/4" (6 mm),
but should not be allowed to run for a period of time
unless it is in at least 5-1/2" of water.

Do not use where water recirculates.
Not designed for use as a swimming pool drainer.

PERFORMANCE

ELECTRICAL & SWITCH SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

Electrically powered sump pumps normally give
many years of trouble-free service when correctly
installed, maintained, and used. However, unusual
circumstances (interruption of power to the pump,
dirt/debris in the sump, flooding that exceeds the
pump’s capacity, electrical or mechanical failure in
the pump, etc.) may prevent your pump from func­tioning normally. To prevent possible water damage
due to flooding, consult your retailer about a sec­ondary AC sump pump, a DC backup sump pump,
and/or a high water alarm. See the “Troubleshooting
Chart” in this manual for information about common
sump pump problems and remedies. For more infor­mation, see your retailer, call Simer customer
service at 1-800-468-7867 / 1-800-546-7867.

1. Know the pump application, limitations, and
potential hazards.

2. Do not use in water with fish present. If any oil

leaks out of the motor it can kill fish.

3. Disconnect power before servicing.

4. Release all pressure within system before servic­ing any component.

5. Drain all water from system before servicing.

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

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

8. Periodically inspect sump, pump and system
components. Keep free of debris and foreign
objects. Perform routine maintenance as
required.

9. Provide means of pressure relief for pumps whose
discharge line can be shut-off or obstructed.

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

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 work

area.

d. Make workshop child-proof – with padlocks,

master switches, and by removing starter
keys.

11. When wiring an electrically driven pump, follow
all electrical and safety codes that apply.

12. 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.

GPH (LPH) AT TOTAL FEET (M) OF LIFT

0102025

Model HP (0m) (3m) (6m) (7.6m)

CAPACITY GALLONS(L)/HOUR

12558

1/3

2880 2460 1800 1200 28'

(10,902) (9,312) (6,814) (4,542) (8.5m)

12356

1/2

3180 2700 2040 1500 30'

(12,037) (10,220) (7,722) (5,678) (9.1m)

Individual

Branch Switch Setting

Circuit in inches (mm)

Model HP Req.(Amps) On Off
12558 1/3 15 13.5"(330) 5.5"(140)
12356 1/2 15 14.0"(356) 6.0"(152)

No flow

at height

shown

below

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Installation 3

To 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 a properly grounded
grounding-type receptacle.

Where a 2-prong wall receptacle is encoun­tered, it must be replaced with properly
grounded 3-prong receptacle installed in accor­dance with codes and ordinances that apply.

13. All wiring should be performed by a qualified
electrician.

14. Make certain power source conforms to require­ments of your equipment.

15. Protect electrical cord from sharp objects, hot
surfaces, oil, and chemicals. Avoid kinking cord.
Replace or repair damaged or worn cords
immediately.

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

Hazardous voltage can shock, burn or
kill. If your basement has water or moisture on
floor, do not walk on wet area until all power has
been turned off. If shut-off box is in basement, call
electric company or hydro authority to shut-off ser­vice to house, or call your local fire department for
instructions. Remove pump and repair or replace.
Failure to follow this warning can result in fatal
electrical shock.

Do not lift pump by power cord.

INSTALLATION

1. Install pump in sump pit with minimum diameter
of 14" (356mm). Sump depth should be 22"
(559mm). Construct sump pit of tile, concrete,
steel or plastic. Check local codes for approved
materials and for proper installation.

2. Install pump in pit so that switch has maximum
possible clearance.

3. Pump should not be installed on clay, earth or
sand surfaces. Clean sump pit of small stones
and gravel which could clog pump. Keep pump
inlet screen clear.

NOTICE: Do not use ordinary pipe joint com­pound on plastic pipe. Pipe joint compound can
attack plastics.

4. Wrap elbow with TeflonTMtape and thread it into
the pump discharge.

5. Install discharge plumbing in the elbow. Use rigid
plastic pipe and wrap threads with TeflonTMtape.
Screw pipe into pump hand tight plus 1-1/2 turns.

Risk of flooding. If a flexible dis­charge hose is used, make sure pump is
secured in sump to prevent movement. Failure
to secure pump may allow pump movement,
switch interference and prevent pump from
starting or stopping.

6. To reduce motor noise and vibrations, a short
length of rubber hose (1-7/8" (47.6mm) I.D., e.g.
radiator hose) can be connected into discharge
line near pump using suitable clamps.

7. Install an in-line check valve to prevent flow
backwards through pump when pump shuts off.

NOTICE: If your check valve is not equipped with
an air bleed hole to prevent airlocking pump, drill
a 1/8" (3.2 mm) hole in discharge pipe just above
where the discharge pipe screws into the pump
discharge. Be sure the hole is below the waterline
and the check valve to prevent air locks.

8. Power Supply: Pump is designed for 115 V., 60
Hz., operation and requires a minimum 15 amp
individual branch circuit. Both pump and switch
are supplied with 3-wire cord sets with ground­ing-type plugs. Switch plug is inserted directly
into outlet and pump plug inserts into opposite
end of switch plug.

Pump 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 round ground pin.

9. If pump discharge line is exposed to outside sub­freezing atmosphere, portion of line exposed
must be installed so any water remaining in pipe
will drain to the outfall by gravity. Failure to do
this can cause water trapped in discharge to
freeze which could result in damage to pump.

10. After piping, check valve and float switch have
been installed, the unit is ready for operation.

11. Check the pump operation by filling sump with
water and observing pump operation through one
complete cycle. For switch settings see the Electrical
and Switch Specifications chart on Page 2.

Failure to make this operational
check may lead to improper operation, prema­ture failure, and flooding.

TM

E.I. DuPont De Nemours and Company Corporation, Delaware.

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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. Shaft seal depends on water for lubrication. Do
not operate pump unless it is submerged in
water as seal may be damaged if allowed to run
dry.

2. Motor is equipped with automatic reset thermal
protector. If temperature in motor should rise
unduly, switch will cut off all power before dam­age can be done to motor. When motor has
cooled sufficiently, switch will reset automatically
and restart motor. If protector trips repeatedly,
pump should be removed and checked as to
cause of difficulty. Low voltage, long extension
cords, clogged impeller, very low head or lift, or
a plugged or frozen discharge pipe, etc., could
cause cycling.

3. Pump will not remove all water. If the pump is
operating and suddenly no water comes out of
the discharge hose, shut off the unit immediately.
The water level is probably very low and the unit
has broken prime.

Risk of electric shock. Before
attempting to check why unit has stopped oper­ating, disconnect power from unit.

NOTE: This pump has no serviceable parts.

Operation 4

Troubleshooting 5

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SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION

Pump won’t start or run. Pump is not plugged in. Check and see if pump is plugged in to a proper outlet.

Blown fuse. If blown, replace with fuse of proper size.
Low line voltage. If voltage under recommended minimum, check size of wiring

from main switch on property. If OK, contact power company

or hydro authority.
Defective motor. Replace pump.
Defective float switch. Replace pump.
Impeller. If impeller won’t turn, remove lower pump body and locate

source of binding.
Float obstructed. Remove obstruction.

Pump starts and stops Backflow of water from piping. Install or replace check-valve.
too often.

Faulty float switch. Replace pump.

Pump won’t shut off. Defective float switch. Replace pump.

Restricted discharge Remove pump and clean pump and piping.
(obstacle or ice in piping).

Float obstructed. Remove obstruction.
Restricted intake screen. Remove the pump and clean the intake screen and the

impeller.

Pump operates but Low line voltage. If voltage under recommended minimum, check size of wiring
delivers little or no water. from main switch on property. If OK, contact power company

or hydro authority.
Something caught in impeller. Remove the pump and clean out the impeller.
Worn or defective parts or Clean impeller if plugged; otherwise replace pump.

plugged impeller.
Check valve installed without Drill a 1/16" - 1/8" (1.6mm - 3.2mm) dia. hole between pump

vent hole. discharge & check valve (1-2” above where the discharge

pipe screws into the pump discharge and below the

waterline).
Restricted intake screen. Remove the pump and clean out the intake screen.
Check valve is installed either Be sure check valve is installed correctly.

backward or upside down.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

Hazardous voltage and risk of electric shock. Can shock, burn, or kill. Unplug pump before

servicing or cleaning pump.