Simer Pumps 3997 User Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL

Plumber’s Classic 1/2 HP Cast Iron Submersible Sump Pump

NOTICE D’UTILISATION

Pompe de puisard submersible Plumber’s Classic en fonte de 1/2 ch

MANUAL DEL USUARIO

Bomba sumergible de sumidero en hierro fundido “Plumber’s Classic” de 1/2 CV

293 Wright St., Delavan, WI 53115

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1-800-546-7867

Fax: 1-800-390-5351

MOD. 3997

3543 0999

Safety 2

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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!

DANGER warns about hazards that will

cause serious personal injury, death or major property damage if ignored.

WARNING warns about hazards that can

cause serious personal injury, death or major property damage if ignored.

CAUTION warns about hazards that will or

can cause minor personal injury or property damage if

ignored. The word NOTICE indicates special instructions which

are important but not related to hazards. 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 dealer about installing a secondary 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 or visit our website at www.simerpump.com.

Hazardous Voltage. Risk of electrical

shock. Shock can cause serious injury or death. Failure

to follow the warnings below can result in fatal electric shock.

1. If your basement has water or moisture on the floor,

do not walk on the wet area until all the power has been turned off. If the shut-off box is in the basement, call the electric company or the hydro authority to shut off the service to the house, or call your local fire department for instructions. Do not handle the pump or pump motor with wet hands or when standing on wet or damp surfaces.

2. The pump is equipped with a three-prong, grounding

cord and plug. Plug into a properly grounded, grounding-type receptacle only. Where a 2-prong wall receptacle encountered, it must be replaced

with a properly grounded 3-prong receptacle installed in accordance with codes and ordinances that apply. Do not modify the cord or plug. Plug into a 115V, 15 amp individual branch circuit only. Make certain your power source conforms to the requirements of your equipment.

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

4. Protect the electrical cord from sharp objects, hot surfaces, oils, and chemicals.

Hazardous pressure. Risk of explosion

and personal injury. Failure to follow the warnings

below can result in personal injury.

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

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

7. Wear safety glasses at all times when working with pump.

8. Keep the work area clean, uncluttered and properly lighted - replace all unused tools and equipment.

9. Keep visitors at a safe distance from working area.

10. Make the workshop child-proof - with padlocks, master switches, and by removing starter keys.

11. Release all pressure within the system before servicing any component.

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

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

Burn Hazard. Can cause personal

injury. Do not touch an operating motor. Modern

motors can operate at high temperatures. To do so can cause personal injury.

Risk of flooding. Can cause personal

injury or property damage. If a flexible discharge

hose is used, pump may move around in sump when motor starts. If it moves far enough so that the switch hits the side of sump, the switch may stick and prevent the pump from starting. Make sure the pump is secured so it cannot move around in the sump.

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

15. Drain all the water from the system before servicing.

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Thank you for purchasing a top quality, factory tested pump.

Page

General Safety .....................................................................................................2

Warranty..............................................................................................................3

Installation........................................................................................................4-5

Operation ............................................................................................................5

Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................6

Repair Parts..........................................................................................................7

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AT TACH ORIGINAL RECEIPT HERE FOR WARRANTY CONSIDERATION.

SIMER warrants that the products specified in this warranty are free from defects in material or workmanship.

If within the duration of product use by the product owner, any Sewage Pump (Model 3963), or Submersible Sump Pump (Models 3995 and 3997), shall prove to be defective, it shall be repaired or replaced at SIMER’s option, subject to the terms and conditions set forth below.

General Terms and Conditions

Owner must pay all labor and shipping charges necessary to replace product covered by this warranty. This warranty shall not apply to acts of God, nor shall it apply to products which, in the sole judgement of SIMER, have been subject to negligence, abuse, accident, misapplication, tampering, alteration; nor due to improper installation, operation, maintenance or storage; nor to excess of recommended maximums as set forth in the owner’s manual.

Requests for service under this warranty shall be made by returning the product to the Retail outlet or to SIMER as

soon as possible after the discovery of any alleged defect. SIMER will subsequently take corrective aciton as promptly as reasonably possible.

This warranty sets forth SIMER’s sole obligation and purchaser’s exclusive remedy for defective products.

SIMER SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONTINGENT DAMAGES WHATSOEVER. THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES, IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. Although this warranty identified specific remedies you may also have other rights and remedies.

Simer Lifetime Warranty

SIMER • 293 Wright St. • Delavan, WI U.S.A. 53115

Phone: 1-800-468-7867 / 1-800-546-7867 • Fax: 1-800-390-5351

EMail: info@simerpumps.com • Web: http://www.simerpumps.com

Installation 4

DESCRIPTION

This Submersible Sump Pump is designed for home sumps. The unit is equipped with a 3-prong groundingtype power cord. The shaded pole motor is oil filled and sealed for cooler running. Sleeve bearing on the motor shaft never needs lubrication. Automatic reset thermal protection.

NOTE: This unit is not designed for applications involving salt water or brine! Use with salt water or brine will void warranty.

Pump water only with this pump.

SPECIFICATIONS

Power Supply Required................................115V, 60HZ.

Liquid Temperature Range ........130° F (55° C Maximum)

Individual Branch Circuit Required.................15.0 Amps

Motor Full Load (maximum)............................12.0 Amps

Discharge Pipe Size........................................1-1/2" NPT

PERFORMANCE

INSTALLATION

1. Install the pump in a sump pit with a minimum diameter of 10" (254mm). The sump depth should be 14" minimum)(356mm). Construct the sump pit of tile, concrete, steel or plastic. Check local codes for approved materials.

2. Install the pump in the pit so the switch operating mechanism has maximum possible clearance.

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

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

4. Install discharge plumbing. When using rigid pipe, use plastic pipe. Wrap the thread with TeflonTMtape. Screw the pipe into the the pump hand tight plus 1 – 1-1/2 turns.

E.I. DuPont DeNemours and Company, Corporation.

Risk of flooding. Can cause personal injury

or property damage. If a flexible discharge hose is used,

make sure the pump is secured in the sump to prevent movement. Failure to secure the pump may allow pump movement, switch interfere e and prevent the pump from starting or stopping.

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

6. Install an inline check valve to prevent backward flow through the pump when the pump shuts off.

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

To reduce risk of electric shock, be certain that it is connected to properly grounded, grounding-type receptacle.

Never connect green (or green and

yellow) wire in cord to a live terminal!

Where a 2-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it must be replaced with properly grounded 3-prong receptacle installed in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances.

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

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

10. Check the operation by filling the sump with water and observing the pump operation through one complete cycle.

Flood hazard. Can cause personal

injury or property damage. Check the operation of

the pump by observing through one complete cycle. Failure to make this operational check may lead to improper operation, premature failure, and flooding.

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Total Lift in Feet 0' 5' 10' 15' 20' 32’

Capacity in GPH 4500 4080 3480 2880 2380 0

Installation / Operation 5

Vertical float switch installation for replacement. Vertical switch is pre-installed at the factory:

See Figure 1.

1. Mount the bracket to the switch body.

2. Mount the float on to the rod.

3. Mount the retaining strap and float stop on to the rod.

4. Slide the rod into the switch housing.

5. Fasten the rod with the pin.

6. Mount the switch assembly on the pump.

OPERATION

Risk of electric shock. Shock can burn or

kill. Disconnect the power from the unit. Do not handle

a pump or pump motor with wet hands or when standing on a wet or damp surface, or in water. Failure to follow this warning can result in fatal electrical shock.

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

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

3. The pump will not remove all water. If a manually operated 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 its prime.

Automatic Float Switch

1. Fill sump with 12"-14" of water to check operation and tightness of connections. During first automatic cycle, it may take 30 seconds or more before pump is primed and pumping. Turn-on will occur approximately 6.5" above pump base.

2. Check turn-off position. Turn-off will occur approximately 2" above pump base.

3. If pump does not operate, check electrical service.

4. Float must be free to move up and down in sump. Make sure there is no debris in sump and that the switch is clear from the sump wall.

AIRLOCKS

When a pump airlocks, it runs but does not move any water. An airlock will cause the pump to overheat and fail. This pump has a built in anti-airlock hole. See the exploded view on the repair parts page for the location of the hole. Leakage from the anti-airlock hole is normal.

If you suspect an airlock, unplug the pump, clean out the anti-airlock hole with a paper clip or a piece of wire, and restart the pump.

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Figure 1 – Vertical switch assembly

Switch Housing

Bracket

Float Rod

Float

Retaining Strap

Float Stop

018 0893 I

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Troubleshooting 6

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION

Motor does not run Blown fuse Replace.

Tripped circuit Reset. Disconnected plug Reinstall. Corroded plug Clean prongs. Inadequate water level Add water and test. Tripped overload Allow pump to cool. Defective switch Adjust float; replace switch. Defective motor Replace pump. Float in wrong position See Automatic Float Switch section.

Motor hums but Impeller jammed Unplug the pump and unclog. flow is reduced or

Plugged check valve Unplug the pump and unclog.

no flow

Blocked screen Unplug the pump and clean screen. Line leak Unplug the pump and repair. Worn Impeller Unplug the pump and replace pump. Defective motor Unplug the pump and replace pump. The anti-airlock hole is plugged. Turn off the pump for a few seconds, clean out the anti-airlock hole

and restart the pump.

Runs continuously Plugged screen Unplug the pump and clean screen.

Defective switch Unplug the pump and replace switch. Float obstruction See Automatic Float Switch section.

Hazardous Voltage. Can shock, burn or kill. Disconnect power to pump before servicing.

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