Installation - Sentry STWB140 Manual

PREPARATION
Before beginning installation of product, make
sure all parts are present. Compare parts with
package contents list. If any part is missing
or damaged, do not attempt to assemble the
product.
Estimated Installation Time: 5 hours
Tools Required for Assembly (not included):
Hacksaw, hole saw, drill, flat head screwdriver,
Phillips screwdriver, blow torch for copper installs,
PEX crimper tool, pipe wrench, tape measure,
tongue & groove pliers, file, or sandpaper,
scissors or cutting tool, etc.

INSTALLATION

DO'S AND DON'TS FOR INSTALLING A UNIT
1. DO read all installation materials supplied with
the pump.
2. DO inspect unit for any visible damage
caused by shipping. Contact factory if unit
appears to be damaged.
3. DO clean all debris from the pit before
installation.
4. DO install a union check valve in the
discharge line.
5. DO NOT use a discharge pipe smaller than
the recommended pump discharge sizes.
6. DO install a filter or strainer in the water
supply line before the pump to prevent small
particles from clogging the valve.
7. DO test the pump immediately after
installation to be sure that the system is
working properly.
8. DO review all applicable local and national
codes and verify that the installation conforms
to each of them.
Parts Required For Assembly (not included):
1-1/4" PVC pipe & fittings, 1-1/2" PVC pipe and
fittings, 1-1/2" check valve, PVC primer and glue,
zip ties, 3/4" CPVC, PEX or copper tubing and
fittings, 3/4" union or quick connect system, 3/4"
ball valve or gate valve, 3/4" backflow preventer
and filter.
9. DO NOT use the backup sump pump with hot
water.
10. DO NOT use the backup sump pump to
remove wastewater, sewage, effluent, or
water with debris in it.
11. DO NOT use a garden hose. Garden hose
is not designed to hold municipal pressure
indefinitely and could leak or burst causing
flooding. The backup sump pump requires
a permanent piping method such as copper,
PEX, or CPVC.
12. DO install the backup sump pump only with
a 3/4-in. supply line.
13. DO install a union or other quick-disconnect
fitting to make the pump accessible for
servicing on both the water supply and
discharge piping.
14. DO install a dedicated shut-off valve on the
water supply line within 6 ft. (1.8 m) of the
backup sump pump.
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Water-Powered Backup Pump
Check Valves
Primary Pump
Horizontal Installation
Ceiling Joist
Couplings
Incoming Water
Supply
On/Off Float
On/Off Float
IL2310
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