Glentronics SW-50T Instruction Manual & Safety Warnings

Basement Watchdog Professional
Sewage Pump
Instruction Manual & Safety Warnings
Specifications
Model Discharge Max Amps
No. HP Volts Diameter
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SW-50T / 115 2
2
Important Safety Instructions and Warnings
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual contains important SAFETY WARNINGS and
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. You will need to refer to it before attempting any
installation or maintenance.
ALWAYS keep these instructions with the unit so that they will be easily accessible.
Failure to read and follow these warnings and instructions could result in property
damage, serious injury, or death.
Risk of electric shock.
WARNING
To reduce this risk, observe the following precautions.
• ALWAYS disconnect the pump from the power source before servicing or making
adjustments.
• NEVER handle the pump or motor with wet hands or when standing on a wet or damp
surface while the pump is plugged into the power source.
• MAKE SURE THERE IS A PROPERLY GROUNDED RECEPTACLE AVAILABLE. This pump is
wired with a 3-prong grounded plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock, be certain
that it is only connected to a properly grounded, 3-prong receptacle. If you have a
2-prong receptacle, have a licensed electrician replace it with a 3-prong receptacle
according to local codes and ordinances.
• NEVER bypass grounding wires or remove the ground prong from the plug.
• DO NOT use an extension cord. The electrical outlet should be within the length of the
pump's power cord, and at least 4 feet above the floor level to minimize potential
hazards from flood conditions.
• DO protect the electrical cord from sharp objects, hot surfaces, oil, and chemicals.
Avoid kinking the cord.
• MAKE SURE the supply circuit has a dedicated fuse or circuit breaker rated to handle
the power requirements noted on the nameplate of the pump.
• NEVER install the pump in locations classified as hazardous in accordance with the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
• DO NOT remove the power supply cord and strain relief or connect the pump directly to
the conduit.
• ALWAYS install the pump in accordance with the National Electric Code and all applicable
local codes and ordinances. All wiring should be performed by a licensed electrician.
Solid
@ 10' Handling GPH @ 0' GPH @ 10'
6.6 2 6000 4400
Switch
Included
Tether Switch
To reduce the risk of hazards that can cause injury or
CAUTION
property damage, observe the following precautions.
• DO NOT use the power cord or strain relief to carry the pump. Use the pump handle.
• DO NOT operate the pump or control unit if it has been damaged in any way.
• DO drill an air bleed hole in the discharge pipe when a check valve is used. Drill
the hole at an upward angle from the bottom of the pit to avoid splashing water
outside the pit. If a hole is not drilled above the pump, an air lock may prevent
the pump from operating. The best location for the hole is about 3" above the
discharge outlet on the pump. The hole must be drilled below the check valve. Drill
a 3/16" (4.76mm) hole in the discharge pipe for the SW Series pumps.
• DO NOT use in continuous duty applications such as fountains or ponds. This pump is
rated for intermittent use only.
• DO NOT flush foreign objects down the toilet including but not limited to paper towels,
napkins, wipes, baby wipes, diapers, feminine products (sanitary napkins or tampons),
prophylactics, contraceptives or dental floss.
• DO NOT disassemble the pump or control unit. When service is required, contact
Glentronics technical support at 800-991-0466, option 3. Return the product to the
manufacturer for any repairs at the following address:
645 Heathrow Drive, Lincolnshire, IL 60069
NOTICES
• Sewage pumps will not provide protection during a power outage. DO NOT use plumbing
fixtures that empty into the sewage pit until the power has been restored and you have
confirmed the pump is receiving power and functioning.
• After the initial installation, be sure to check the operation by filling the pit with water
and observing the pump operation through several full cycles.
• In instances where the discharge line is exposed to freezing temperatures, the pipe
must be sloped downward so any remaining water will drain out. Failure to do so will
prevent water from exiting the pit and damage the pump if the line freezes.
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SW-50T
Glentronics, Inc.