Simer Pumps A5500, 3075SS, 2955-01, 2957, 2330 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Submersible Sump Pumps

®

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Pompes de puisard submersible

MANUAL DEL USUARIO

Bombas sumergible de sumidero

MOD. 2957

Installation/Operation/Parts

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©2003 PRINTED IN U.S.A.

SIM720 (9/12/03)

Safety

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READ AND FOLLOW

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!

Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this manual and on pump.

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 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 dealer or call customer service at 1-800-468-7867.

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

2.Disconnect the power before servicing.

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

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

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

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

7.Periodically inspect the 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 and is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord and 3-prong, groundingtype plug.

Hazardous voltage. Can shock, burn or cause death. To reduce the risk of electric shock, pull the 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 a properly grounded 3-prong receptacle installed in accordance with codes and ordinances that apply.

This pump has not been investigated for use in swimming pool areas.

12.A ground fault circuit interrupter is recommended for use with any electrical appliance submerged in water. Installation and all wiring should be performed by a qualified electrician.

13.Make certain the power source conforms to the requirements of your equipment.

Simer Limited Warranty

	SIMER warrants to the original consumer purchaser (“Purchaser”) of its products that they are free	General Terms and Conditions
	from defects in material or workmanship.	Purchaser must pay all labor and shipping charges necessary to replace product covered by this
	If within twelve (12) months from the date of the original consumer purchase any such product	warranty. This warranty shall not apply to acts of God, nor shall it apply to products which, in the
	shall prove to be defective, it shall be repaired or replaced at SIMER’s option, subject to the terms	sole judgement of SIMER, have been subject to negligence, abuse, accident, misapplication, tam-
	and conditions set forth below. Your original receipt of purchase is required to determine warran-	pering, alteration; nor due to improper installation, operation, maintenance or storage; nor to other
	ty eligibility.	than normal application, use or service, including but not limited to, operational failures caused
	Exceptions to the Twelve (12) Month Warranty	by corrosion, rust or other foreign materials in the system, or operation at pressures in excess of
	Ninety (90) Day Warranty:	recommended maximums.
		Requests for service under this warranty shall be made by returning the defective product to the
	If within ninety (90) days from original consumer purchase any Drill Pump or MiniVac Pump shall	Retail outlet or to SIMER as soon as possible after the discovery of any alleged defect. SIMER will
	prove to be defective, it shall be replaced, subject to the terms set forth below.	subsequently take corrective action as promptly as reasonably possible. No requests for service
	Two (2) Year Warranty:	under this warranty will be accepted if received more than 30 days after the term of the warranty.
		This warranty sets forth SIMER’s sole obligation and purchaser’s exclusive remedy for defective
	If within two (2) years from original consumer purchase, any 1/3 HP Submersible Sump Pump, or
		products.
	Models 2330, 2300 or A5500, shall prove to be defective, it shall be repaired or replaced at
		SIMER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONTINGENT
	SIMER’s option, subject to the terms and conditions set forth below.
		DAMAGES WHATSOEVER.
	Three (3) Year Warranty:
		THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WAR-
	If within three (3) years from original consumer purchase any 4” Submersible Well Pump, 1/2 HP	RANTIES. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WAR-
	Submersible Sump Pump, or Booster Pump Model 3075SS shall prove to be defective, it shall be	RANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL NOT
	repaired or replaced at SIMER’s option, subject to the terms and conditions set forth below.	EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE EXPRESS WARRANTIES PROVIDED
	Five (5) Year Warranty:	HEREIN.
		Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or lim-
	If within five (5) years from original consumer purchase any Pre-Charge water system tank shall
		itations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not
	prove to be defective, it shall be repaired or replaced at SIMER’s option, subject to the terms and
		apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
	conditions set forth below.
		which vary from state to state.

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

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General Information / Installation

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

15.Do not touch an operating motor. Motors can operate at high temperatures.

16.Do not handle the pump or pump motor with wet hands or when standing on a wet or damp surface, or in water.

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

17.DO NOT splice the electrical power cord.

18.DO NOT allow the electrical cord plug to be submerged.

19.DO NOT use extension cords. They are a fire hazard and can reduce voltage sufficiently to prevent pumping and/or damage motor.

20.Connect or wire the pump to an individual branch circuit with no other outlets or equipment in the circuit. Size fuses or circuit breakers according to the specifications.

DESCRIPTION

These 3/10 HP submersible sump pumps are designed for use in home sumps. The units are equipped with a 3-prong groundingtype power cord. The shaded-pole motors are oil filled and sealed for cooler running. The sleeve bearings on the motor shafts never need lubrication. The pumps include automatic reset thermal protection.

SPECIFICATIONS

Power supply required.............................................	115V, 60 HZ
Motor duty .................................................................	Continuous
Liquid Temp. Range ................................	32° F-120° F (0°-49° C)
Individual Branch Circuit Required ...............................	15 Amps
Discharge Adapter ..................................................	1-1/4” MNPT

NOTICE: For continuous operation, the water depth must be at least 5” (13cm), to prevent the motor from overheating.

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

PERFORMANCE

GPM (LPM) AT TOTAL FEET (m)

Model	5	10	15	20	No flow
	(1.5m)	(3m)	(4.6m)	(6.1m)	at height
					shown
	CAPACITY GALLONS(L)/MINUTE
					below
2957-01	29	27	21	12	25 Ft.
2957-03	(110)	(102)	(80)	(45)	(7.6m)

INSTALLATION

1.Install pump model number 2957-01 in a sump pit with a minimum diameter of 9" (229mm) and pump model number 2955-01 in a sump pit with a minimum diameter of 11” (279mm). Construct the sump pit of tile, concrete, steel or plastic. Check the local codes for approved materials.

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 suction housing clear of debris.

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

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

4.Install the discharge plumbing.

A.When using rigid pipe, use plastic pipe. Wrap the discharge pipe thread with TeflonTM tape. Screw the pipe into the pump discharge port hand tight +1 – 1-1/2 turns.

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

NOTICE: Thread the discharge pipe into the pump body carefully to avoid stripping or crossing threads.

B.If a flexible discharge hose is used, make sure the pump is secured in the sump to prevent movement. Do not use a flexible discharge pipe in any permanent installation.

Risk of flooding. Can cause personal injury or property damage. Failure to secure pump may allow pump movement, switch interference and prevent pump from starting or stopping.

NOTICE: The discharge piping should be as short as possible to reduce pipe friction losses. Discharge pipe diameter should be equal to or larger than the discharge size of the pump. Smaller pipe diameters will restrict the capacity of the pump and reduce performance.

C.Secure the discharge line before starting the pump.

To reduce motor noise and vibrations, a short length of rubber hose (e.g. radiator hose) can be connected into the discharge line near the pump using suitable clamps.

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

TM E.I. DuPont de Nemours and Company Corporation.

MOTOR, SWITCH, & CORD SPECIFICATIONS

			Individual		Switch Setting
Model	Motor	Max.	Branch Circuit	Cord	in inches (mm)
Number	HP	Load Amps	Required (Amps)	Length	On	Off
2957-01	3/10	10.0	15	8’	7” (178)	2” (51)
2957-03	3/10	10.0	15	8’	7” (178)	2” (51)

For parts or assistance, call Simer Customer Service at 1-800-468-7867 / 1-800-546-7867

Installation / Electrical / Operation

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

Hazardous voltage. Can shock, burn or cause death. Pump is supplied with a grounding conductor and grounding-type attachment plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock, be certain that it is connected only to a properly grounded, grounding type receptacle such as a grounded water pipe or a properly grounded metallic raceway or ground wire system. Ground terminal on pump cord plug is provided for your protection. DO NOT REMOVE!

A ground fault circuit interrupter is recommended for use with any electrical appliance submerged in water. For installation of such a circuit, consult a licensed electrician.

6.After the piping and the check valve (if needed) have been installed, the unit is ready for operation

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

Risk of flooding. Can cause personal injury and/or property damage. Failure to make this operational check may lead to flooding and premature failure.

OPERATION

Risk of electric shock. Shock can burn or kill.

Do not handle a pump or pump motor with wet hands or when standing on wet or damp surface, or in water.

1.Keep the pump inlet screen clear.

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

3.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 of the power before any 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 for the cause of the difficulty. Low voltage, long extension cords, a clogged impeller, very low head or lift, etc., could cause cycling. Refer to the Troubleshooting Chart on Page 5 for additional information.

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

Risk of flooding. Flooding can cause personal injury or property damage. This pump comes with the automatic float switch mounted on the motor cover ready for operation. Do not change switch settings. Refer to the “Motor, Switch & Cord Specifications” chart for switch settings.

MAINTENANCE

To Clean the Pump Screen:

NOTICE: Attempting to disassemble motor will void warranty.

Risk of electrical shock. Shock can burn or kill.

Always unplug the pump from the power source before servicing any system component. Do not lift pump by power cord.

1. Disconnect power before servicing.

Risk of Electric shock. Shock can burn or cause death. When servicing the system always disconnect power cord from the electrical outlet.

2.Loosen the discharge pipe.

3.Use the pump handle to lift the pump out of the sump pit and place the pump on a clean level surface.

4.To clean the screen, remove the three screws holding the screen to the pump base (See Figure 1), remove and rinse off the screen.

Install Switch on Pump

Anti-

Airlock

Valve

Screen

Screen

screws (3)

Figure 1 – To clean the Screen and Anti-airlock Valve and to attach Float Switch.

5.Re-install the screen and the screws.

6.Put the pump back into the sump pit.

7.Re-install the discharge pipe.

8.Check the system operation by filling the basin with water and observing the pump’s operation through one complete cycle.

Flood hazard. May cause personal injury or property damage. Failure to make this operational check can lead to improper operation, premature pump failure and flooding.

For parts or assistance, call Simer Customer Service at 1-800-468-7867 / 1-800-546-7867

Operation / Maintenance / Troubleshooting

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To Replace the Vertical Float Switch:

NOTICE: The float must be able to complete its entire cycle without interference from any other object.

1.Mount the bracket on the switch housing with the bracket mounting screws. See Figure 2.

Switch

Housing

	Pin
	Bracket
	Bracket
	Mounting
	Screws
	Rod
Be sure the pin
holds the rod
in switch
housing;	Piggy-back
otherwise the	Plug
pump will not
shut off.	Float
	Rod
	Stop

Figure 2 – Replace the Float Switch.

2.Mount the float and the float rod stop on the rod.

3.Slide the rod up through the bracket and into the slot in the bottom of the switch housing. Fasten the rod into the switch housing with the pin. See Figure 2.

Make sure the pin holds the float rod in the switch housing; otherwise the pump will not shut off.

NOTICE: Pull gently on the rod to make sure that it cannot come out of the switch housing.

4.Mount the switch assembly on the pump with the screws provided.

5.Run the pump through one complete cycle to verify switch operation is correct and that nothing interferes with the switch’s operation.

Flood hazard. May cause personal injury or property damage. Failure to make this operational check can lead to improper operation, premature pump failure and flooding.

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 small hole in the side of the pump housing. See Figure 1. This is an anti-airlock valve. If you suspect an airlock, insert a hat pin or a pipe cleaner into the anti-airlock hole to clean out the debris.

Troubleshooting

SYMPTOM	PROBABLE CAUSE(S)	CORRECTIVE ACTION
Pump won’t start or run.	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.
	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 in piping).
	Float obstructed.	Remove obstruction.
Pump operates but	Low line voltage.	If voltage under recommended minimum, check size of wiring from main
delivers little or no water.		switch on property. If OK, contact power company or hydro authority.
	Worn or plugged impeller.	Replace pump.
	Anti airlock vent hole is plugged.	Clean out the vent hole with a hat pin or pipe cleaner.

For parts or assistance, call Simer Customer Service at 1-800-468-7867 / 1-800-546-7867