Installation Guide

15. During installation, cover well to prevent foreign matter from contaminating the well or later
damaging the pump during operation. Test well water for purity. Chlorination may be necessary.
Check local health department for proper testing and recommendations.
16. Hand pump new wells until clear. Sand or other sediment will seriously damage the pump.
17. The following may cause severe damage to pump and/or piping and will void warranty:
• Failure to protect pump and piping against below-freezing temperatures.
• Pumping chemicals or corrosive liquids.
• Running the pump dry. Follow priming instructions, depending on the installation.
18. Do NOT use extension cords.
19. Do NOT pump gasoline or other flammable liquids.
20. Do NOT use this pump in or near a swimming pool, lake or pond.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT: SELECT CORRECT VOLTAGE
WARNING:
Disconnect pump from power source before changing the pump
voltage. The selector switch is located underneath the plastic cover on top
of the motor. To access the switch, remove the four screws holding the
plastic cover. To change the voltage setting, slide the switch as shown until
desired voltage is visible on the switch. The voltage number that appears is
the voltage setting for the pump. Be sure the switch is completely engaged.
Replace the terminal box cover and secure the cover with the four screws.
Do not overtighten the screws.
Wire Selection Guide
FUSE AND CIRCUIT BREAKER SIZE GUIDE
*For circuits not over 150 volts to ground.
0003139
0003124
1/2
1
115
230
115
#14
118
475
84
#12
189
756
135
#10
296
1184
211
#8
464
1857
331
MAX WIRE LENGTH IN FEET USING AWG SIZE
VOLTAGE
HORSE
POWER
ITEM
#
115V 230V 115V 230V 115V 230V
1/2 20 10 12 6-1/4 20 15
3/4 & 1 30 15 20 10 30 15
HORSE-POWER
STANDARD LINE
PLUG FUSE*
LOW PEAK - CART. TYPE
FUSETRON - CART. TYPE
FUSTAT - PLUG TYPE*
CIRCUIT BREAKER
0003125
NAME-PLATE
AMPS
7.1
3.6
10.2