Description; Unpacking; Safety Guidelines; Specifications - RIDGID TP-160 Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

Please read and save these instructions. This manual contains important Safety Warnings and Operating Instructions. You will need to refer to it
before attempting any application or maintenance. Always keep this manual with the unit so that it will be easily accessible. Failure to read and
follow these warnings and instructions could result in property damage, serious injury, or death.

DESCRIPTION

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

UNPACKING

Inspect this unit before it is used. Occasionally, products are damaged
during shipment. If the pump or components are damaged, contact
customer service at 1-877-9RIDGID.
READ & FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS — DO NOT DISCARD

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.
NOTE: Information that requires special attention.

SPECIFICATIONS

POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS 120 V, 60 Hz
MOTOR
HORSEPOWER / AMP RATINGS
LIQUID TEMPERATURE RANGE
CIRCUIT REQUIREMENTS
DIMENSIONS

CONSTRUCTION

MOTOR HOUSING
VOLUTE
IMPELLER
SHAFT
DISCHARGE
Model TP-160 – Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
Single Phase
1/6 HP / 2.5 A
40° F to 104° F
15 A (minimum)
10-3/4 in. high x 6-3/4 in. base
Thermoplastic
Thermoplastic
Thermoplastic
Stainless Steel
1-1/4 in. NPT
(garden hose adapter included)
Ridge Tool Company

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
This product or its power cord may contain
chemicals, including lead, known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
GENERAL SAFETY
• Read the manual(s) included with this 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!
Risk of fi re, explosion and/or death!
Pump is NOT rated for use with
fl ammable/combustible liquids, vapors or dusts. Do NOT
pump liquids that are NOT clear. Failure to follow these
instructions will result in bodily injury or death.
Risk of electric 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. Failure to follow COULD result
in death or serious injury.
Risk of electric shock! Do NOT handle
pump with wet hands or when
standing in water or on a damp surface. Failure to follow
COULD result in death or serious injury.
Electric shock hazard! For installation
by a qualifi ed electrician only. GFCI receptacles
will provide protection against line to ground faults only. The ground fault
receptacle does NOT limit the magnitude of fault current and will NOT
prevent an electrical shock.
1. Wear safety glasses at all times when working with
pumps.
2. The unit MUST be plugged into a GFCI. For
installation by a qualified electrician only.
3. Do not use the power cord or discharge hose to carry or handle
the pump. Damage to the power cord or discharge hose may
occur. Use the handle supplied on the pump.
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15
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GALLONS PER HOUR

PERFORMANCE

Model HP Discharge Head
TP-160 1/6 Gal / Hr
Model TP-160
1500 2000 2500 3000
0 ft 5 ft 10 ft 15 ft 20 ft
3000 2200 1410 750
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