OWNER’S MANUAL
Submersible Sump Pumps
®
NOTICE D’UTILISATION
293 Wright St., Delavan, WI 53115
Phone: 1-800-468-7867
1-800-546-7867
Fax: 1-800-390-5351
Pompes submersibles pour puisard
MANUAL DEL USUARIO
Bombas sumergibles para sumideros y Efluentes
Mod. 2925, 2960, 2985
Installation/Operation/Parts
For further operating, installation, or maintenance assistance:
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English . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pages 2-5
Installation/Fonctionnement/Pièces
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Français . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Instalación/Operación/Piezas
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Español . . . . . . . . . .Paginas 10-13
©2001 PRINTED IN U.S.A. |
253P5060 (10/19/01) |
Safety / General Information |
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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.
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.
DESCRIPTION
These Submersible Sump Pumps are designed for home sumps. Units are equipped with a 3-prong groundingtype power cord. Ball bearings on motor shaft never need lubrication. Automatic reset thermal protection.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply required |
................................115V, 60 HZ. |
Motor duty ..................................................... |
Intermittent |
Liquid Temp. Range ....................... |
32°F to 77°F(0°-25°C) |
Individual Branch Circuit Required (minimum) ..15 Amps |
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Discharge Adapter:.............. |
1 - 1/4" FNPT to 1-1/4” FBSPT |
NOTICE: Not designed for applications involving salt water or brine! Use with salt water or brine will void warranty. Do not use in water where fish are present.
PERFORMANCE
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No Flow |
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Motor |
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5 |
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10 |
15 |
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20 |
25 |
At Height |
Model |
HP |
(.3 M) |
(1.5 M) |
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(3 M) |
(4.6 M) |
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(6.1 M) |
(7.6 M) |
Shown Below |
2925 |
1/4 |
1,200 (4,542) |
1,000 (3,785) |
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675 (2,555) |
400 (1,514) |
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20’ (6.1 M) |
2960 |
1/3 |
2,300 (8,706) |
1,975 (7,476) |
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1,425 (5,394) |
850 (3,218) |
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300 (1,136) |
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22’ (6.7 M) |
2985 |
1/2 |
3,000 (11,356) |
2,500 (9,464) |
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1,900 (7,192) |
1,320 (4,997) |
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750 (2,839) |
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25’ (7.6 M) |
Simer Limited Warranty
SIMER warrants to the original consumer purchaser (“Purchaser”) of its products |
Requests for service under this warranty shall be made by returning the defec- |
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that they are free from defects in material or workmanship. |
tive product to the Retail outlet or to SIMER as soon as possible after the dis- |
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If within twelve (12) months from the date of the original consumer purchase |
covery of any alleged defect. SIMER will subsequently take corrective action as |
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any such product shall prove to be defective, it shall be repaired or replaced at |
promptly as reasonably possible. No requests for service under this warranty |
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SIMER’s option, subject to the terms and conditions set forth below. Your origi- |
will be accepted if received more than 30 days after the term of the warranty. |
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nal receipt of purchase is required to determine warranty eligibility. |
This warranty sets forth SIMER’s sole obligation and purchaser’s exclusive rem- |
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Exceptions to the Twelve (12) Month Warranty |
edy for defective products. |
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Five (5) Year Warranty: |
SIMER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR |
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If within five (5) years from original consumer purchase any Pre-Charge water |
CONTINGENT DAMAGES WHATSOEVER. |
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system tank shall prove to be defective, it shall be repaired or replaced at |
THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL |
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SIMER’s option, subject to the terms and conditions set forth below. |
OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT |
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General Terms and Conditions |
NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND |
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Purchaser must pay all labor and shipping charges necessary to replace product |
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE |
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DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE EXPRESS WARRANTIES PROVIDED HEREIN. |
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covered by this warranty. This warranty shall not apply to acts of God, nor shall |
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Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse- |
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it apply to products which, in the sole judgement of SIMER, have been subject |
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to negligence, abuse, accident, misapplication, tampering, alteration; nor due |
quential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the |
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to improper installation, operation, maintenance or storage; nor to other than |
above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you |
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normal application, use or service, including but not limited to, operational fail- |
specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state |
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ures caused by corrosion, rust or other foreign materials in the system, or oper- |
to state. |
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ation at pressures in excess of recommended maximums. |
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SIMER • 293 Wright St. • Delavan, WI U.S.A. 53115
Phone: 1-800-468-7867 / 1-800-546-7867 • Fax: 1-800-390-5351
For parts or assistance, call Simer Customer Service at 1-800-468-7867 / 1-800-546-7867
General Information / Installation |
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ELECTRICAL & SWITCH
SPECIFICATIONS
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Motor |
Individual |
*Switch Setting |
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Motor |
Full Load |
Branch Circuit |
in inches (mm) |
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Series |
HP |
Amps |
Req. (Amps) |
On |
Off |
2925 |
1/4 |
1.5 |
15 |
11"(279) |
5"(127) |
2960 |
1/3 |
2.6 |
15 |
11"(279) |
5"(127) |
2985 |
1/2 |
3.0 |
15 |
11"(279) |
5"(127) |
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 or call Simer customer service at 1-800-468-7867.
1.Know the pump application, limitations, and potential hazards.
2.Disconnect power before servicing.
3.Release all pressure within system before servicing any component.
4.Drain all water from system before servicing.
5.Secure discharge line before starting pump. An unsecured discharge line will whip, possibly causing personal injury and/or property damage.
6.Check hoses for a weak or worn condition before each use, making certain that all connections are secure.
7.Periodically inspect sump, pump and system components. Keep free of debris and foreign objects. Perform routine maintenance as required.
8.Provide a means of pressure relief for pumps whose discharge line can be shut-off or obstructed.
9.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, master switches, and by removing starter keys.
10.When wiring an electrically driven pump, follow all electrical and safety codes that apply.
11.This equipment is only for use on 115 volt (single phase) and is equipped with an approved 3-conduc- tor cord and 3-prong, grounding-type plug.
Risk of electrick shock. Can burn or kill. To reduce risk of electric shock, pull plug before servicing.
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.
12.All wiring should be performed by a qualified electrician.
13.Make certain power source conforms to requirements of your equipment.
14.Protect electrical cord from sharp objects, hot surfaces, oil, and chemicals. Avoid kinking cord. Replace or repair damaged or worn cords immediately.
15.Do not touch an operating motor. Modern motors are designed to operate at high temperatures.
16.Do not handle pump or pump motor with wet hands or when standing on wet or damp surface, or in water.
Risk of electrick shock. Can 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 replace it. Failure to follow this warning can result in fatal electrical shock.
17.Do not use this pump in water where fish are present.
18.This pump has not been investigated for use in swimming pool areas.
Oil on the pump or in the sump may indicate motor leakage and an electrical shock hazard. Turn off power and check pump for oil leakage from impeller area. Replace pump if it leaks.
INSTALLATION
1.Install pump in a sump pit with a minimum diameter of 14" (356mm). Sump depth should be 18" (457mm). Construct sump pit of tile, concrete, steel or plastic. Check local codes for approved materials.
2.Install pump in pit so that switch operating mechanism 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.
For parts or assistance, call Simer Customer Service at 1-800-468-7867 / 1-800-546-7867
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4.Install an in-line check valve to prevent flow backwards through pump when pump shuts off.
NOTICE: Drill a 1/8" (3.2 mm) hole in discharge pipe just above pump body but below check valve to prevent air locks.
5.Install discharge plumbing. A 1-1/4” FNPT to 1-1/4” FBSPT adapter is included with the pump. Use rigid plastic pipe and wrap threads with Teflon tape. Screw pipe into pump hand tight +1 – 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.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.
Hazardous voltage. Can shock, burn or kill. 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 ground pin.
8.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 line to freeze which could result in damage to pump.
9.After piping and check valve have been installed, unit is ready for operation.
10.Check operation by filling sump with water and observing pump operation through one complete cycle.
Risk of flooding. Failure to make this operational check may lead to improper operation, premature failure, and flooding.
OPERATION
Risk of electrick shock. Can burn or kill.
Before attempting to check why unit has stopped operating, disconnect power from unit. 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 an 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, extension cords, clogged impeller, very low head or lift, etc., could cause cycling.
3.Pump will not remove all water.
4.5" Tether Length
Float Switch Tether Length:
NOTICE: Do not change tether length of float switch. Float must swing through its complete arc without interference.
For parts or assistance, call Simer Customer Service at 1-800-468-7867 / 1-800-546-7867
Troubleshooting |
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NOTICE: These pumps have no serviceable parts inside case. Opening case will ruin pump. For obstructions or blockages of the impeller replace the pump.
Hazardous voltage. Can shock, burn or kill. Unplug pump before attempting to clean or work on pump.
SYMPTOM |
PROBABLE CAUSE(S) |
CORRECTIVE ACTION |
Pump won’t start or run. |
Blown fuse. |
If blown, replace with fuse of proper size. |
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Low line voltage. |
If voltage under recommended minimum, check size of wiring from |
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main switch on property. If OK, contact power company or hydro |
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authority. |
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Defective motor. |
Replace pump. |
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Defective float switch. |
Replace pump. |
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Float obstructed. |
Remove obstruction. |
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Pump starts and stops |
Backflow of water from piping. |
Install or replace check-valve. |
too often. |
Faulty float switch. |
Replace pump. |
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Pump won’t shut off. |
Defective float switch. |
Replace pump. |
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Restricted discharge |
Remove pump and clean pump and piping. |
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(obstacle in piping). |
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Float obstructed. |
Remove obstruction. |
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Pump operates but |
Low line voltage. |
If voltage under recommended minimum, check size of wiring from |
delivers little or |
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main switch on property. If OK, contact power company or hydro |
no water. |
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authority. |
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Something caught in impeller. |
Replace pump. |
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Worn or defective parts or |
Replace pump. |
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plugged impeller. |
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Check valve installed without |
Drill a 1/16" - 1/8" (1.6mm - 3.2mm) dia. hole in the discharge pipe |
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vent hole. |
between the pump discharge port & the check valve. |
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For parts or assistance, call Simer Customer Service at 1-800-468-7867 / 1-800-546-7867
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