OWNER’S MANUAL 1/3 HP SUBMERSIBLE SUMP PUMP Model #WSSP3 WATER SOURCE th 2053 S.E. 37 St.
PREINSTALLATION CHECK SPECIFICATION • • • • Power supply required.................... 115V, 60 HZ Water temperature range.......... Max.77°F (25°C) Individual branch circuit required ..15 Amp minimum Discharge ……….................1-1/2 in. FNPT/1-1/4 in. FNPT (with adapter) • Motor Type ……Permanent Split Capacitor, with Thermal Overload Protection • Motor Duty ………………………..........Continuous • Power cord …………......SJTW, 18AWG/3C, 10ft Inspect this pump before it is used.
CAUTION ● This pump is designed for home sump applications. The pump is equipped with a 3-prong grounding-type power cord. The ball bearings on the motor shafts never need to be lubricated. ● This pump is made of high-strength, corrosion-resistant materials. It will provide trouble-free service for a long time when properly installed, maintained, and used.
PREPARATION WARNING: Always use handle to lift pump. Never usepower cord to lift pump. To avoid skin burns, unplug and allow time for the pump to cool after periods of extended use. Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. 1. Wrap threads of the 1 1/4 in. adapter ( included) with thread tape, then screw the adapter into pump outlet hand tight plus 1 turn with a wrench. Notice: If the discharge pipe you will connect is 1 1/2 in., no need to screw the 1 1/4 in.
6 4 6. Plug the pump into a GFCI outlet. 4. Place the pump in the sump, make sure that nothing interferes with switch operation. Notice: Remove all small stones, gravel, mud, or other debris from the sump pit before installing the pump. The minimum diameter of the sump pit is 14 in. for this pump. The minimum depth of the pit is 16 in. for this pump. Construct the sump pit with tile, concrete, steel, or plastic. Check your local plumbing codes for approved materials and proper installation. 7 5 7.
Do not handle this pump or plug in or unplug this pump with wet hands or while standing in water, unless you are certain all power has been turned off to the pump. Remember, the pump should be connected only to a properly grounded, GFCI outlet Running the pump without sufficient water will damage the pump and void the pump’s warranty. water lowers to certain level, the float switch will turns off the pump. 3. The motor is equipped with an automatically resetting thermal overload protector.
Problem Pump does not start or run Possible Cause 1. Blown fuse 2. Tripped breaker 3. Plug disconnected 4. Corroded plug 5. Thermal overload 6. Motor failed 7. Float switch failed 8. Float switch obstructed Pump operates but pumps little or no water 1. Screen blocked 2. Impeller loose on shaft 3. Impeller broken Corrective Action 1. Replace fuse 2. Reset breaker 3. Secure plug 4. Clean plug prongs 5. Unplug for 30 minutes, then plug in 6. Call 1-800-346-7611 7.
