Simer Pumps 2944RP User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Quick Install Sump Pump

NOTICE D’UTILISATION

Pompe de puisard à installation rapide

MANUAL DEL USUARIO

Bomba para sumidero de instalación rápida

Installation/Operation/Parts

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SIM884 (2/5/10)

293 Wright St., Delavan, WI 53115

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2944RP

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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. Shaded-pole motor is oil filled and sealed for cooler running. Sleeve 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 70°F(0°-21°C)

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

Discharge:

Check Valve.......................1-1/4" slip / 1-1/2" slip

Hose............................................................1-1/4"

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.

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.

Pump water only with this pump. 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 or call customer service at 1-800-468-7867.

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

2. Do not use this pump 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 (sin-

gle phase) and is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord and 3-prong, grounding-type plug.

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

51015

Series HP (1.5m) (3m) (4.6m)

CAPACITY GALLONS(L)/HOUR

2944RP

1/2

3200 2700 2000 24 Ft.

(12 113) (10 220) (7 571) (7.3M)

No flow

at height

shown

below

Individual

Motor Branch *Switch Setting

Full Load Circuit in inches (mm)

Series HP Amps Req.(Amps) On Off

2944RP 1/2 5.5 15 8"(203) 3.5"(89)

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Installation and Operation 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 10" (254mm). Sump depth should be 10” (254mm). 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 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.

Risk of flooding. If the flexi-

ble 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.

4. 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 elec-

trically 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.

5. 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.

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

7. 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 opera-

tional check may lead to improper operation, premature failure, and flooding.

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 operating a pump manually, 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.

Operation 4

Slip the float and then the rod stop onto the rod past the second nib.

Mount the bracket on the switch housing.

Attach the switch to the discharge pipe as shown. The bottom of the bracket should be 7-1/4” above the top of the volute for correct on/off points (see below).

Vertical Switch Replacement

Rod

Rod Stop

Float

Bracket

Bracket Mounting Screws

Switch

Housing

Insert the rod assembly up into the switch housing and lock into place with the pin.

NOTICE: Be sure the pin holds the rod in the switch housing or the pump will not shut off.

7-1/4”

NOTICE: See instructions included with replacement switch, Part Number FPS17-66.

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Repair Parts 5

MODEL

2944RP

**If motor fails, replace entire pump. † Standard hardware item; purchase locally.

• Not illustrated

Key No. Part Description Qty. 2944RP

1 Power Cord Assembly 1 PS117-54-TSU 2 Motor 1 ** 3 Volute (Upper) 1 PS1-31P 4 Screw, #8-32x5/8” Phillips Pan Head 4 † 5 Impeller 1 RP0000911A 6 Volute (Lower) 1 PS1-30P 7 Screw, #8-16x1/2” Lg. Pan Head 7 † 8 1-1/4” NPT x 1-1/4” Slip Adapter 1 †

9 Switch Clamp 1 † 10 Vertical Float Switch Assembly (includes Key No. 9) 1 FPS17-66 11 1-1/2” Slip x 1-1/4” NPT Adapter 1 † 12 1-1/4” NPT x 1-1/4” Hose Barb 1 †

• 1-1/4” x 24’ Hose Kit (includes Key No. 12) 1 FP0012-6U-P2

6131 1209

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Troubleshooting 6

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 float switch. 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 float switch.

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

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. Vent hole plugged. Use a nail or paperclip to open vent hole in discharge pipe.

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

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