General Safety Information; Installation; General Information - Simer 2380 Owner's Manual

General Information

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

Electrically powered utility pumps normally give many
years of trouble-free service when correctly installed,
maintained, and used. See the "Troubleshooting Chart"
in this manual for information about common utility
pump problems and remedies. For more information,
see your retailer, or call Simer customer service at
1-800-468-7867 or 1-800-546-7867
1. Know the pump application, limitations, and poten-
tial hazards.
2. Do not use in water with fish or other living things
present.
3. Disconnect power before servicing.
4. Release all pressure within system before servicing
any component.
5. Drain all water from system before servicing.
6. Secure discharge line before starting pump. An unse-
cured discharge line will whip, possibly causing per-
sonal injury and/or property damage.
7. Check hoses for weak or worn condition before each
use, making certain that all connections are secure.
8. Periodically inspect pump and system components.
Keep free of debris and foreign objects. Perform rou-
tine maintenance as required.
9. Provide means of pressure relief for pumps whose
discharge line can be shut-off or obstructed.
10. 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, mas-
ter switches, and by removing starter keys.
11. Follow all electrical and safety codes that apply.
12. This equipment is only for use on 115 volt (single
phase) and is equipped with an approved 3-conduc-
tor cord and 3-prong, grounding-type plug.
To reduce risk of electric shock, pull
plug before servicing. This pump has not been inves-
tigated for use in swimming pool areas. Pump is sup-
plied 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 properly grounded 3-prong
receptacle installed in accordance with codes and
ordinances that apply.
13. All wiring should be performed by a qualified
electrician.
For parts or assistance, call Simer Customer Service at
14. Make certain power source conforms to require-
ments of your equipment.
15. Protect the electrical cord from sharp objects, hot sur-
faces, oil, and chemicals. Avoid kinking the cord.
Replace or repair damaged or worn cords immediately.
16. Do not touch an operating motor. Modern motors
are designed to operate at high temperatures.
17. Do not handle pump or pump motor, or change
fuses with wet hands or when standing on wet or
damp surface, or in water.
Hazardous voltage can shock, burn or kill.
Do not walk on wet area until all power has been
turned off. If shut-off box is in basement, call electric
company or hydro authority to shut-off service to
house, or call your local fire department for instruc-
tions. Failure to follow this warning can result in fatal
electrical shock.
Do not lift the pump by the power cord.

INSTALLATION

1. Set the pump on a hard surface in at least 2 inches
of water.
2. Connect the discharge line with the fittings provided.
3. Pump should not be installed on clay, dirt, mud or
sand surfaces. Although the pump will usually pass
small particles suspended in water, clean the area to
pumped of small stones and gravel which could clog
the pump.
*NOTICE: Grass, mud, sand or pea gravel can clog the
pump and reduce it's performance. Keep the pump inlet
clear.
4. To reduce motor noise and vibrations when using
rigid pipe, a short length of rubber hose (e.g. radiator
hose) can be connected into discharge line near
pump using suitable clamps.
5. Power Supply: Pump is designed for 115 V., 60 Hz.,
operation and requires a minimum 15 amp. circuit.
Pump is supplied with a 3-wire cord with grounding-
type plug.
Pump should always be electrically
grounded to a suitable electrical ground such as a
grounded water pipe or a properly grounded metal-
lic raceway, or ground wire system. Do not cut off
round ground pin.
6. If pump discharge line is exposed to outside sub-
freezing atmosphere, portion of line exposed must be
installed so any water remaining in pipe will drain to
the outfall by gravity. Failure to do this can cause
water trapped in discharge to freeze which could
result in damage to pump.
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