Little Giant VCMX Series Owner's Manual page 2

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before Getting Started
Risk of severe injury or death by electrical shock.
• To reduce risk of electrical shock, disconnect power before working on or around the system.
• Wire pump system for correct voltage.
• Be certain that this pump is connected to a circuit equipped with a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) device if required by
code.
• Check electrical outlets with a circuit analyzer to ensure power, neutral, and ground wires are properly connected.
• Some pumps are supplied with a grounding conductor and grounding-type attachment plug. To reduce risk of electric shock, be
certain that it is connected only to a properly grounded grounding-type receptacle. Do not remove the third prong from the plug.
The third prong is to ground the pump to help prevent possible electric shock hazard.
• Some pumps are supplied with lead wires and are intended to be hardwired using a junction box or other approved enclosure.
The pumps include a grounding connector. To reduce risk of electric shock, be certain that it is properly connected to ground.
• In a 230 V direct wire installation, one side of the line going to the pump is always electrically energized, regardless of whether
the liquid level control switch is open or closed. To avoid hazards when installing or servicing, install a double-pole disconnect
near the pump installation.
• The flexible jacketed cord assembly mounted to the pump must not be modified in any way, with the exception of shortening the
cord to fit into a control panel. Any splice between the pump and the control panel must be made within a junction box and com-
ply with the National Electrical Code.
• Check local electrical and building codes before installation. The installation must be in accordance with their regulations as well
as the most recent National Electrical Code (NEC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
• Do not use the power cord for lifting the pump.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• The pump should only be used with liquids compatible with pump component materials. If the pump is used with liquids incom-
patible with the pump components, the liquid can cause failure to the electrical insulation system resulting in electrical shock.
Risk of bodily injury, electric shock, or equipment damage.
• This equipment must not be used by children or persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities, or lacking in experi-
ence and expertise, unless supervised or instructed. Children may not use the equipment, nor may they play with the unit or in
the immediate vicinity.
• Equipment can start automatically. Lockout-Tagout before servicing equipment.
• An inoperative or malfunctioning pump could lead to flooding, resulting in personal injury or property damage.
• Operation of this equipment requires detailed installation and operation instructions provided in this manual. Read entire manual
before starting installation and operation. End User should receive and retain manual for future use.
Risk of damage to pump or other equipment.
• Before installing pump, allow air conditioner to cycle several times, collecting condensate in a separate container to help flush any
residual oils that may remain in the system. Failure to flush the system can result in damage to the pump and drain line plumbing
components.
• When operating in a gas furnace environment, care must be taken to ensure acidity of condensate does not fall below the average
pH of 3.4 (to prevent a localized pocket of acid that acts like a battery causing pitting) by routinely cleaning or flushing tank with
fresh water.
• Support pump and piping when assembling and when installed. Failure to do so may cause piping to break, pump to fail, motor
bearing failures, etc.
• Do not install the pump in a manner that will subject it to splashing or spraying.
• Periodically inspect pump and system components. Regularly check hoses for weakness or wear, making certain that all connec-
tions are secure.
• Schedule and perform routine maintenance as required and in accordance with the Maintenance section of this manual.
• Pump is for indoor use only.
• Do not use this pump inside an air plenum.
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