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Operating Instructions & Parts Manual RUP160

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Submersible

Utility Pump

Description

This portable, submersible utility pump
is designed for non-automatic use in
water. The units are equipped with a 9 ft.
3-prong grounding type power cord.
The discharge fitting is designed for
convenient attachment to a garden hose.

Unpacking

Inspect this unit before it is used.
Occasionally, products are damaged

NOTE: Information that requires special
attention.

General Safety Information

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

This product or

contain chemicals, including lead, known
to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.

during shipment. If the pump or
components are damaged, contact
customer service at 1-800-237-0987.

GENERAL SAFETY

• Read all manuals
included with this

Safety Guidelines

This manual contains information
that is very important to know and
understand. This information is
provided for SAFETY and to PREVENT
EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help
recognize this information, observe
the following symbols.

Danger indicates an

imminently
hazardous situation which, if NOT
avoided, WILL result in death or serious
injury.

Warning indicates a

potentially
hazardous situation which, if NOT
avoided, COULD result in death or serious
injury.

Caution indicates a

potentially
hazardous situation which, if NOT
avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate
injury.

Notice indicates

important
information, that if NOT followed, may
cause damage to equipment.

This is the safety alert symbol.

It is used to alert you to potential
bodily injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.

product carefully. Be
thoroughly familiar
with the controls and the proper
use of the equipment. Follow all
instructions.

• Only persons well acquainted with
these rules of safe operation should
be allowed to use the unit. Keep

away from children.

Do NOT

fl ammable or explosive
fl uids such as gasoline, fuel
oil, kerosene, etc. Do NOT
use in a fl ammable and/or explosive
environment. Pump only clear water.
Personal injury and/or property damage
will result.

Risk of

shock! This pump has NOT
been tested for use in
swimming pool or marine
areas. NEVER place pump in pools while
people are in the water.

Do NOT

pump with wet hands or
when standing in water
or on a damp surface.

its power cord may

pump

electric

handle

MANUAL

Risk of

electric
shock! This pump is supplied
with a grounding conductor
and grounding type attachment
plug. Use a grounded (GFCI) receptacle to
reduce the risk of fatal electrical shock.

1. Wear safety glasses at all

times when working with
pumps.

2. It is required that this

unit be plugged into a Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupter (GFCI). Consult a
local electrician for installation and
availability.

3. Damage to the power cord or

discharge hose may occur. Use the
handle supplied on the pump.

Application and
Operation

electric shock!

Risk of electric
shock! This pump
is supplied with a
grounding conductor and grounding
type attachment plug. Use a grounded
(GFCI) receptacle to reduce the risk of
fatal electrical shock.

Electric

Hazard. Use only
Underwriters Laboratories
(UL)-listed extension cord
with # 16 gauge or larger wire that is
labeled for outdoor use. Use polarized
grounding type plugs only. Polarized
plugs have one blade slightly wider
than the other and can only be inserted
one way into the outlet. Do NOT handle
plug connector near water. Failure to
follow these instructions will result in
serious injury or death.

shock

REMINDER: Keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty purposes!

Attach it to this manual or file it for safekeeping.

For parts, product & service information

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322100-001 3/11© 2011, WAYNE/Scott Fetzer Company.

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual

Application and Operation
(Continued)

This unit

is NOT
designed for use in septic
tanks or underground vaults
to pump raw sewage or
effl uents. NEVER use in hazardous or
explosive locations.

Do NOT allow pump

seal depends on water for lubrication.
Operating pump without water WILL
damage the shaft seal and cause pump
failure.

Maintenance

1. This pump has been designed with

1-1/4 in. NPT discharge size. Connect
pipe or fitting to the discharge
threads, or connect the supplied
garden hose elbow fitting to the
pump. Thread the female end of the
garden hose to the male discharge on
the pump.

2. To reduce leakage between the

pump and the hose, place a hose
washer (not included) on the garden
hose before installing to the pump.

3. For best pump performance, unwind

ALWAYS disconnect electric
supply before attempting to
install, service, relocate, or
perform any maintenance. Failure to do
so COULD result in fatal electrical shock.

Minimal service is required for this
pump. If pump should fail to operate,
perform the following troubleshooting
guidelines:

1. The motor housing of the pump is
completely sealed and requires no
service.

the hose before starting the pump.
This will help remove any kinks or
binds in the hose and allow the unit
to pump with less restriction.

4. Set the pump on a hard, flat surface
in the water. Do not set the pump
directly on mud or sand surfaces. This
will cause the inlet screen to clog.

5. The water level must be at least

Disassembly of the motor
housing or alteration of the
power cord COULD result in
fatal electrical shock.

2. To verify pump is operating
correctly:

a. Disconnect pump from power

1-3/4 in. for the pump to prime and
operate.

b. Disconnect discharge hose from

Water levels less than 1-3/4 in. will

not allow the impeller to contact
water and no water will be pumped.

source.

pump.

to run dry. The shaft

c. Immerse pump in a bucket or tub

of water.

d. Plug power cord into a grounded

115 volt GFCI power outlet. If
pump operates correctly, proceed
to step #3. If pump does NOT
operate, unplug power cord and
proceed to step #4 in this section.

3. To verify discharge hose is free from
a blockage:

a. Connect hose to another

water source such as a faucet.
If water flows through hose,
proceed to step #3b. If water is
restricted, verify discharge hose
is unwound. Remove all kinks,
bends, or obstructions in hose.

b. Verify pumping height does NOT

exceed 20 feet (See Figure 1). If
pumping height is greater than
20 feet, this pump will NOT work.

4. Periodic cleaning of pump is
required to maintain performance of
the pump. Follow the cleaning steps
listed below:

a. Unplug the power cord.
b. Remove the 4 screws in the

bottom of the base.
c. Remove the base and inlet plate.
d. Remove the debris and make

sure the impeller turns freely.
e. Reinstall inlet plate, base, and

screws.

Do NOT

handle
pump with wet hands or
when standing in water or
on a damp surface when
the unit is operating or fails
to operate. ALWAYS disconnect pump
power cord from power source before
handling.

6. Plug the power cord into a

grounded 115-volt GFCI power
outlet. The pump will start operating
as soon as the power cord is plugged
into the power outlet.

7. The pump will remove water down

to 3/8 in. above the hard surface the
pump was placed on.

8. The pump should be turned off once

the water level reaches the 3/8 in.
mark.

Figure 1 - Water Level

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20 Ft. Max.

Water Level

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For Replacement Parts or Technical Assistance,
call 1-800-237-0987

RUP160

Please provide following information:

- Model number

- Serial number

- Part description and number as shown in parts list

Address parts correspondence to:
WAYNE/Scott Fetzer Company
101 Production Drive
Harrison, OH 45030 U.S.A.

Ref.
No. Description RUP160 Qty

1 Elbow adapter 62060-001 1

Notes

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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual

One Year Limited Warranty

For one year from the date of purchase, WAYNE Water Systems Division ("WAYNE") will repair or re place, at its option,
for the original purchaser any part or parts of its Water Pumps (“Product”) found upon examination by WAYNE to be
defective in materials or work man ship. Please call WAYNE (800-237-0987) for instructions or see your dealer. Be pre pared
to provide the model number and the serial number when exercising this warranty. All transportation charges on Products
or parts submitted for repair or replacement must be paid by purchaser.

This limited warranty does not cover Products which have been damaged as a result of accident, abuse, misuse, neglect,
improper installation, improper maintenance, or failure to operate in accordance with WAYNE’S written instructions.

THERE IS NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, IN CLUD ING THOSE OF MER CHANT ABIL I TY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR POSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. THIS IS
THE EXCLUSIVE REM E DY AND ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAM AG ES OR
EXPENSES WHATSOEVER IS EXCLUDED.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or do not allow the exclusions or limitations
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above lim i ta tions might not apply to you. This limited war ran ty gives you
specific legal rights, and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state.

In no event, whether as a result of breach of contract warranty, tort (in clud ing negligence) or otherwise, shall WAYNE or
its suppliers be liable for any special, consequential, incidental or penal damages including, but not limited to loss of profit
or revenues, loss of use of the products or any associated equipment, damage to associated equip ment, cost of capital,
cost of substitute products, facilities, services or replacement power, downtime costs, or claims of buyer’s cus tom ers for
such damages.

You MUST retain your purchase receipt along with this form. In the event you need to exercise a warranty claim, you
MUST send a copy of the purchase receipt along with the material or correspondence. Please call WAYNE (800-237-0987)
for return authorization and instructions.

DO NOT MAIL THIS FORM TO WAYNE. Use this form only to maintain your records.

MODEL NO._______________ SERIAL NO.__________________________ INSTALLATION DATE_____________

ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE

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