Little Giant 6 Series Owner's Manual page 8

INSTALLATION
Electrical Connections
Power Supply
Risk of severe injury or death by electrical shock.
• In a 230 V direct wire installation, one side of the line going to the pump is always electrically ener-
gized, 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.
• Be sure the electrical connection cannot be reached by rising water. Under no circumstances should
the junction box be located where it may become flooded or submerged by water.
Models With Stripped Wire Ends
Some models are supplied with a stripped wire cord end. Power connections,
along with any liquid level control, must be made within a junction box
mounted outside of the basin, and must comply with the National Electrical
Code. Employ a licensed electrician.
The power cord wires are color coded as follows:
Color
Green (or green/yellow)
Black (or brown)
White (or blue)
To add a liquid level control to a hardwired pump, use the diagram to the right.
Automatic Pump Models
Pumps equipped with an integral automatic diaphragm switch include one master power
cord for both the pump and the switch. Plug the cord into a GFCI outlet.
Models with a float switch, or remote diaphragm switch, include two power cords with a
piggyback plug on the switch cord. For automatic operation, plug the pump cord into the
switch cord. Plug the switch cord (with pump cord attached) into a GFCI outlet.
Manual Pump Models
Manual pumps are plugged into a dedicated GFCI receptacle and are controlled either by
switching the power or by unplugging the cord.
Manual, continuous pump operation should be used only for emergencies, or when a
large volume of water is to be pumped. The pump must be continuously monitored
during manual operation and disconnected from power before the pump runs dry.
Manual pumps can be converted to automatic mode by installing a separate liquid level control. Install
according to the manufacturer's instructions.
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Wire Type
Ground
Line
Line (230 V) or neutral (115 V)