Everbilt Plastic Lawn Sprinkler Pump
Use and Care Guide
Model Numbers: EFLS10-HD, EFLS15-HD, EFLS20-HD
Contact: 1-844-883-1872 | HOMEDEPOT.COM
Safety Information
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS PUMP
1. Avoid Pressure Burns/Explosion
2. Avoid Electric Shock
- Fill the pump with water. Ensure the pump body and suction pipe is filled with water completely.
- Motor's Electrical Settings: Set the motor to the proper voltage (voltage supplied to the pump).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual contains important instructions that must be followed during installation, operation, and maintenance of this pump. Also familiarize yourself with the following safety symbols and their meanings:
- DANGER: Indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
- WARNING: Indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
- CAUTION: Indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
- NOTICE: Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this manual and on the pump.
Keep safety labels in good condition. Replace missing or damaged safety labels.
WARNING: Risk of explosion. The pump body may explode if used as a booster pump.
CAUTION: Risk of burns. Do not touch an operating motor. Motors are designed to operate at high temperatures. To avoid burns when servicing the pump, allow it to cool for 20 minutes after shut down before handling.
CAUTION: Do not allow the pump or any system component to freeze. To do so will void the warranty.
CAUTION: Only use this pump to pump water.
CAUTION: Periodically inspect pump and system components.
CAUTION: Wear safety glasses at all times when working on pumps.
WARNING: Do not use this pump for water pressure booster applications. The pump housing is rated for 55 PSI MAX.
Warranty
The manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that its products are free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of the original consumer purchase. If, within twelve (12) months from the original consumer purchase, any such product shall prove to be defective, it shall be repaired or replaced at the manufacturer’s option, subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein. This limited warranty applies to manufacturing defects only and not to ordinary wear and tear. All mechanical devices need periodic parts and service to perform well. This limited warranty does not cover repair when normal use has exhausted the life of a part or the equipment.
The original purchase receipt and product warranty information label are required to determine warranty eligibility. Eligibility is based on purchase date of original product, not the date of replacement under warranty. The warranty is limited to repair or replacement of original purchased product only, not replacement product. Purchaser pays all removal, installation, labor, shipping, and incidental charges.
For parts or troubleshooting assistance, contact Everbilt Customer Service at 1-844-883-1872.
Claims made under this warranty shall be made by returning the product to the retail outlet where it was purchased or to the factory immediately after the discovery of any alleged defect. The manufacturer will subsequently take corrective action as promptly as reasonably possible. No requests for service will be accepted if received more than 30 days after the warranty expires. Warranty is not transferable and does not apply to products used in commercial/rental applications.
Pre-installation
BEFORE YOU INSTALL THIS PUMP
WARNING: Risk of explosion. Do not ground to a gas supply line. The pump body may explode if used as a booster pump or other than a lawn sprinkling application.
CAUTION: Risk of burns. Do not touch an operating motor. Motors are designed to operate at high temperatures. It is protected from heat damage during operation by an automatic internal cutoff switch. To avoid burns when servicing the pump, allow it to cool for 20 minutes after shut down before handling.
- The pump’s water suction inlet must not be more than 20 ft. above the water level.
- Long runs and many fittings increase friction and reduce water flow to the pump. Locate the pump as close to the water source as possible. Use as few elbows and fittings as possible. Ensure the suction line is straight and angles up toward the pump.
- Ensure the well and pipe are clear of sand, dirt, and scale. Foreign matter will plug the pump and void the warranty. Use new pipe for best results.
- Protect the pump and all piping from freezing. Freezing will split pipe, damage the pump and void the warranty. Check locally for frost protection requirements. The pump cannot be installed below the frost line and the pump must be insulated.
- Foot or check valves (not included) must be installed in the suction pipe to optimize pump suction.
- Ensure all pipes and valves are clean and in good shape.
- Ensure there are no air pockets in the suction pipe.
- Ensure there are no leaks in the suction pipe. Use Teflon tape or other approved sealants to seal pipe joints.
- Unions installed near the pump and well will aid in servicing. Leave room to use wrenches.
Performance Data
| SKU | HP | Inlet | Outlet | DISTANCE OF PUMP ABOVE WATER | DISCHARGE PRESSURE (GALLONS PER MINUTE) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 20 | 30 | 40 | 50 | |||||
| 1001 092 236 | 1 | 2 in. Min | 1 1/2 in. | 5 ft. | 56 | 45 | 31 | 17 | -- |
| 10 ft. | 49 | 42 | 28 | 12.5 | -- | ||||
| 15 ft. | 48 | 39 | 24 | 8 | -- | ||||
| 20 ft. | 45 | 37 | 20 | -- | -- | ||||
| 1001 092 238 | 1 1/2 | 2 in. Min | 1 1/2 in. | 5 ft. | 67 | 61 | 48 | 33 | -- |
| 10 ft. | 61 | 56 | 45 | 26 | -- | ||||
| 15 ft. | 56 | 54 | 44 | 20 | -- | ||||
| 20 ft. | 46 | 44 | 37 | 11 | -- | ||||
| 1001 092 241 | 2 | 2 in. Min | 2 in. | 5 ft. | 83 | 71 | 56 | 41 | 17 |
| 10 ft. | 77 | 67 | 54 | 36 | 8 | ||||
| 15 ft. | 76 | 65 | 50 | 32 | -- | ||||
| 20 ft. | 75 | 62 | 48 | 28 | -- | ||||
MATERIALS REQUIRED (NOT INCLUDED)
Before using this pump, ensure you have the appropriate items based on the installation technique from the following pages.
- 1-1/2 in. or 2 in. Suction/Discharge pipe
- Thread sealant tape
- 2 in. Check valve
- 1-1/2 in. or 2 in. Union
- 1-1/2 in. or 2 in. Gate valve
- 1-1/2 in. or 2 in. Priming tee
- 1-1/2 in. or 2 in. Elbow
- Pressure gauge
- 2 in. NPT Foot valve with strainer
- Pressure relief valve (recommended)
- 2 in. NPT strainer basket with 1/8 in. holes
Note: Please select suitable materials based on inlet and outlet size.
IMPORTANT: Do not use pipe or fittings on suction side of pump less than 2 in.! This will restrict suction and reduce priming ability and performance.
Installation
NOTICE: It is recommend that pump be installed in well ventilated enclosure.
WELL PIPE INSTALLATION
Use the installation methods provided in this chapter that match with your water source.
CASED WELL/DUG WELL INSTALLATION
- Inspect the foot or in line check valve to be sure it works freely. Inspect the strainer to be sure it is clean and secure.
- If using a foot valve, connect the foot valve and strainer to the first length of suction pipe and lower the pipe into the well. Add sections of pipe as needed, using Teflon tape on the male threads. Use 2 in. pipe for suction pipe. Be sure all suction pipe is leak proof or the pump will lose prime and fail to pump. Install foot valve 10 to 20 ft. (3 to 6 m) below the lowest level to which water will drop while the pump is operating (pumping water level). Your well driller can furnish this information.
- To prevent sand and sediment from entering the pumping system, a foot valve/strainer should be at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) above the bottom of the well.
- When proper depth is reached, install a sanitary well seal over the pipe and in the well casing. Tighten bolts to the seal casing.
- When using a foot valve, a priming tee and plug are recommended.
Diagram Description: A cased well setup with a suction pipe extending down, connected to a priming tee and plug at the top. A well seal is shown at the casing. Water levels are indicated as 'Starting water level (pump off)' and 'Drawdown water level (pump on)'. A foot valve/strainer is positioned 10-20 feet below the water level and at least 5 feet above the well bottom.
DRIVEN POINT INSTALLATION
- Connect suction pipe to the drive point. Keep the horizontal pipe run as short as possible. Use Teflon tape on male pipe threads. Multiple well points may be necessary to provide sufficient water to the pump.
- Install a check valve in the horizontal pipe. The flow arrow on the check valve must point toward the pump.
Diagram Description: Illustrates a driven point installation with a suction pipe connected to multiple well points. The discharge pipe leads to sprinkler heads, with a gate valve and check valve in the line. The check valve flow arrow points towards the pump.
Installation (continued)
SURFACE WATER INSTALLATION
- Vertical from surface water to pump: Foot valve with strainer (1/8 in. hole size) attached to PVC pipe.
- Horizontal from surface water to pump: Strainer (1/8 in.hole size) and/or strainer basket installed at end of PVC suction pipe. Install check valve in PVC pipe near pump.
Diagram Description: Diagrams show surface water installation: a vertical setup with a foot valve/strainer attached to PVC pipe, and a horizontal setup with a strainer/basket at the end of the PVC suction pipe, and a check valve near the pump.
LAWN SPRINKLING APPLICATION
This pump is designed for lawn irrigating system. When properly installed it will deliver adequate water and pressure from any of the described sources.
PUMP/PIPING INSTALLATION
If turning the pump on and off by pressure, a pressure switch and tank are required. For proper installation and operation instructions call Customer Service.
USE NEW PIPE FOR BEST RESULTS
Use rigid pipe. Do not use hose or plastic tubing. See "Well Pipe Installation" for more information.
Use only PTFE pipe thread sealant tape to joint compounds for making all threaded connections to the pump itself.
Do not use pipe joint compounds on plastic pumps as they can react with the plastic in pump components.
Make sure that all pipe joints in the suction pipe are air tight as well as water tight. If the suction pipe has any leak, the pump will not be able to pull water from the well.
- Bolt the pump to solid, level foundation.
- Support all piping connected to the pump.
- Wrap 1-1/2 to 2 layers of Teflon tape clockwise (as you face the end of the pipe) on all male threads being attached to pump.
- Tighten joints hand tight plus 1-1/2 turns. Do not overtighten.
- Replace the prime plug with a pressure gauge. This will aid in sizing zones, troubleshooting, and following the pump performance chart.
Diagram Description: Diagram shows the pump bolted to a foundation, with connected piping supported. Threads are shown being wrapped with Teflon tape.
Pipe Sizing for Discharge:
- Up to 100 ft. (30.5 m) run: Same size as pump discharge port.
- 100 ft. – 300 ft. (30.5 – 91.4 m) run: Increase one pipe size.
- 300 ft. – 600 ft. (91.4 – 182.9 m) run: Increase two pipe sizes.
Electrical Settings
WARNING: Disconnect power before working on the pump, motor, pressure switch, or wiring.
CAUTION: The motor may be hot. Allow the motor to cool for 20 minutes after shut down.
CAUTION: Water pressure may have built up in the pump, pipes, or tank. Drain water to relieve pressure.
MOTOR VOLTAGE SETTINGS
Motors are designed to run on either 115 volt or 230 volt power. Ensure the motor's voltage is set to match the voltage being supplied to your motor from the electrical source. To set your motor to the correct voltage, first remove the rear motor cover plate. Next slide the voltage conversion switch to the correct voltage.
Diagram Description: Diagrams illustrate motor voltage conversion. For 115V, L1 connects to HOT, L2 connects to Neutral. For 230V, L1 and L2 both connect to HOT.
Wiring Connections
WARNING: Risk of electric shock. Can shock, burn, or kill.
- To avoid dangerous or fatal electrical shock, turn OFF power to the motor before working on electrical connections.
- Ground the motor before connecting to electrical power supply. Failure to ground the motor can cause severe or fatal electrical shock hazard.
- Supply voltage must be within +/- 10% of the nameplate voltage. Incorrect voltage can cause fire or damage the motor and voids the warranty. If in doubt consult a licensed electrician.
- Use a wire size specified in the Wiring Chart (below). If possible, connect the pump to a separate branch circuit with no other appliances on it.
- Do not ground to a gas supply line.
- Set the motor according to the diagram on the motor cover plate.
- If the diagram on the motor cover plate differs from the diagrams in this section, follow the diagram on the motor cover plate.
- If this procedure or the wiring diagrams are confusing, consult a licensed electrician.
Operation
Recommended Wire and Fuse Sizes for 115 and 230 Volts
| MOTOR HP | VOLTS | FULL LOAD AMP | BRANCH FUSE/BREAKER RATING AMP | AWG MIN. WIRE SIZE (mm²) | DISTANCE IN FEET FROM MOTOR TO SUPPLY | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-100 | 101-200 | 201-300 | 301-400 | 401-500 | |||||
| 1 | 115/230 | 18.5/9.25 | 30/15 | 10/14 (5.5/2) | 10/14 (5.5/2) | 8/14 (2/2) | 6/14 (14/2) | 6/12 (14/3) | 4/10 (21/5.5) |
| 1-1/2 | 115/230 | 22/11 | 30/15 | 10/14 (5.5/2) | 10/14 (5.5/2) | 8/14 (8.4/2) | 6/12 (14/3) | 4/10 (21/5.5) | 4/10 (21/5.5) |
| 2 | 115/230 | 27.0/13.5 | 35/20 | 8/12 (8.9/3) | 8/12 (8.9/3) | 8/12 (8.4/3) | 6/10 (14/5.5) | 4/10 (21/5.5) | 4/10 (21/5.5) |
WARNING: Hazardous Pressure. Install a pressure relief valve in the discharge pipe. Release all pressure on the system before working on any component.
WARNING: Risk of explosion and scalding. NEVER run the pump against a closed discharge. To do so can boil water inside the pump, causing hazardous pressure in the unit, risk of explosion, and possibly scalding persons handling the pump. Replace the priming plug with a pressure gauge to monitor the pressure so that is it not allowed to exceed the maximum pumping pressures according to the performance chart.
To prevent explosion be sure the discharge (valve, pistol grip hose nozzle, etc.) is open whenever the pump is running. Monitor the pump body and piping temperature. The motor will warm up; this is normal. If the pump body or piping begins to feel warm to the touch, shut off the pump and allow the system to cool. Release all pressure in the system and refill the pump and piping with cold water.
PRIMING THE PUMP
Priming refers to pump expelling all air in the system and beginning to move water from its source out into the system. It does not refer only to pouring water into the pump (although pouring water in is usually the first step).
CAUTION: Risk of burns. NEVER run the pump dry. Running the pump without water may cause the pump to overheat, damaging the seal and possibly causing burns to persons handling the pump. Fill the pump with water before starting.
- Remove the priming plug.
- Make sure suction and discharge valves and any hoses on the discharge side of the pump are open.
- Fill the pump and suction pipe with water.
Illustration shows the pump with a priming plug removed, indicating where to fill the pump and suction pipe with water before starting.
- Replace the priming plug using Teflon tape on the threads. Tighten the plug. If the priming tee and plug have been provided for the long horizontal run, fill the suction pipe through this tee and replace the plug. (Use Teflon tape on plug.)
- Start the pump. Water should be produced in 10 minutes or less. The time depends on the depth to the water (not more than 20 ft. (6 m)) and length of horizontal run (10 ft. (3 m)) of horizontal suction pipe = 1 ft. ((30.5cm) of vertical lift due to friction losses in pipe). If no water is produced within 10 minutes, stop the pump, release all pressure, remove the priming plug, refill, and try again.
Care and Cleaning
To clear a pump clogged with debris:
- Unplug the pump from electrical power.
- Remove the nut (3).
- Remove the clamp (5), O-ring (2), O-ring (4) and volute (1).
- Remove screws (6) fastening the diffuser (7) to the seal plate and remove the diffuser (7).
- Remove debris from around the impeller (8).
- Reassemble the pump.
Diagram Description: Exploded view of the pump components, numbered 1 through 8, showing the volute, O-rings, diffuser, impeller, and other parts.
Maintenance
Pump should have adequate ventilation to prevent overheating. Bearings do not require lubrication as they are permanently lubricated from factory.
Winterization
Do not allow pump or pipes to freeze. Drain system before freezing temperatures are excepted. To drain, remove plug from discharge tee and remove plug from bottom front of pump. All piping should be drained to below frost line.
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Probable Cause | Corrective Action |
|---|---|---|
| The motor will not run. | The disconnect switch is off. | Ensure the switch is on. |
| The fuse is blown or circuit breaker tripped. | Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. | |
| The pressure switch is defective. | DISCONNECT POWER; Replace the pressure switch. | |
| The wires at the motor are loose, disconnected, or wired incorrectly. | Refer to the Wiring instructions. DISCONNECT POWER; check and tighten all wiring. | |
| The motor runs hot and overload kicks off or the motor does not run and only hums. | The motor is wired incorrectly. | Refer to the Wiring instructions. |
| The voltage is too low. | Check with the power company. Install heavier wiring if the wire size is too small (See the chart in the Wiring section). | |
| The motor runs but no water is delivered. | The pump was not primed correctly. | Re-prime according to instructions. |
| There are air leaks. | Check all connections on the suction line and shaft seal and AVC with shaving cream. | |
| The foot valve or check valve is leaking. | Replace the foot valve or check valve. | |
| *Stop the pump; then check the prime before looking for other causes. Unscrew the priming plug and see if water is in the priming hole. | The pipe size is too small. | Re-pipe using the size of suction and discharge ports on the pump. |
| The water level is below the suction pipe inlet. | Lower the suction line into the water and re-prime. If receding water level in the well exceeds 25 ft. (7.6M), a deep well pump is needed. | |
| The pump does not deliver water to full capacity. | The impeller is plugged. | Clean the impeller. |
| The check valve or foot valve is stuck shut. | Replace the check valve or foot valve. | |
| The pipes are frozen. | Thaw pipes. Bury the pipes below the frost line. | |
| The foot valve and/or strainer are buried in sand or mud. | Raise foot valve and/or strainer above bottom of water source. | |
| The water level in the well is lower than estimated. | A deep well jet will be needed if your well is more than 25 ft. (7.6M) depth to water. | |
| The steel piping (if used) is corroded or limed, causing excess friction. | Replace with plastic pipe where possible, otherwise with new steel pipe. | |
| The piping is too small in size. | Use larger piping. | |
| The pump is not being supplied with enough water. | Add additional well points. | |
| The pump leaks around the clamp. | The clamp is loose. | STOP THE PUMP. Tighten the clamp nut 1-2 turns. Alternately tighten and tap on the clamp with a mallet to seat the O-ring. Do not overtighten. |
Service Parts
Diagram Description: Exploded views of pump assemblies for 1HP-1-1/2HP models and 2HP models, showing numbered parts like O-rings and the volute.
| 1HP-1-1/2HP MODELS | 2HP MODEL | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part | QTY | Part Number | Description | Part | QTY | Part Number | Description |
| 1 | 1 | HDEFLS104 | O-ring | 1 | 1 | HDEFLS205 | O-ring |
| 2 | 1 | HDEFLS111 | O-ring | 2 | 1 | HDEFLS209 | O-ring |
| 3 | 1 | HDEFLS108 | Volute | 3 | 1 | HDEFLS211 | Volute |
Contact Information
Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to the store, call Everbilt Customer Service
8 a.m. - 6 p.m., EST, Monday-Friday
1-844-883-1872
HOMEDEPOT.COM
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