Everbilt Submersible Sump Pump Use and Care Guide

Performance

Safety Information

[DANGER] Do not pump flammable or explosive liquids such as oil, gasoline, kerosene, ethanol, etc. Do not use in the presence of flammable or explosive vapors. Using this pump with or near flammable liquids can cause an explosion or fire, resulting in property damage, serious personal injury, and/or death.

[DANGER] ALWAYS disconnect the power to the pump before servicing.

[DANGER] Do not touch the motor housing during operation. The motor is designed to operate at high temperatures. Do not disassemble the motor housing.

[DANGER] Do not handle the pump or pump motor with wet hands or when standing on a wet or damp surface, or in water.

[WARNING] Extension cords may not deliver sufficient voltage to the pump motor. Extension cords present a life threatening safety hazard if the insulation becomes damaged or the connection ends fall into water. The use of an extension cord to power this pump is not permitted.

[WARNING] Secure the discharge line before starting the pump. An unsecured discharge line will whip, possibly causing personal injury, and/or property damage.

[WARNING] Release all pressure and drain all water from the system before servicing any component.

[WARNING] Wear safety goggles at all times when working with pumps.

[WARNING] This unit is designed only for use on 115 volts (single phase), 60 Hz, and is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord and 3-prong grounded plug. Do not remove the ground pin under any circumstances. The 3-prong plug must be directly inserted into a properly installed and grounded 3-prong, grounding-type receptacle. Do not use this pump with a 2-prong wall outlet. Replace the 2-prong outlet with a properly grounded 3-prong receptacle (a GFCI outlet) installed in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. All wiring should be performed by a qualified electrician.

[WARNING] Protect the electrical cord from sharp objects, hot surfaces, oil, and chemicals. Avoid kinking the cord. Do not use damaged or worn cords.

[WARNING] Failure to comply with the instruction and designed operation of this unit may void the warranty. ATTEMPTING TO USE A DAMAGED PUMP can result in property damage, serious personal injury, and/or death.

[WARNING] Ensure that the electrical circuit to the pump is protected by a 15 Amp fuse or circuit breaker.

[CAUTION] Do not lift the pump by the power cord.

[CAUTION] Know the pump and its applications, limitations, and potential hazards.

[CAUTION] Secure the pump to a solid base. This will aid in keeping the pump in a vertical orientation. This is critical in keeping the pump operating at maximum efficiency. It will also help prevent the pump from clogging resulting in premature failure.

[CAUTION] Periodically inspect the pump and system components to ensure the pump suction screen is free of mud, sand, and debris. Disconnect the pump from the power supply before inspecting.

[CAUTION] Follow all local electrical and safety codes, along with the National Electrical Code (NEC). In addition, all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines must be followed.

[IMPORTANT] The motor of this pump has a thermal protector that will trip if the motor becomes too hot. The protector will reset itself once the motor cools down and an acceptable temperature has been reached. The pump may start unexpectedly if it is plugged in.

[IMPORTANT] Ensure the electrical power source is adequate for the requirements of the pump.

[IMPORTANT] This pump is made of high-strength, corrosion-resistant materials. It will provide trouble-free service for a long time when properly installed, maintained, and used. However, inadequate electrical power to the pump, dirt, or debris may cause the pump to fail. Please carefully read the manual and follow the instructions regarding common pump problems and remedies.

Warranty

The manufacturer warrants the products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five years (1000026675, 1000026662) and three years (1000026686, 1000026682) from date of purchase. This warranty applies only to the original consumer purchaser and only to products used in normal use and service. If within five years (1000026675, 1000026662) and three years (1000026686, 1000026682) this product is found upon examination by the manufacturer to be defective in materials or workmanship, the manufacturer's only obligation, and your exclusive remedy, is the repair or replacement of the product at the manufacturer's discretion, provided that the product has not been damaged through misuse, abuse, accident, modifications, alterations, neglect or mishandling. Your original receipt of purchase is required to determine warranty eligibility.

The purchaser must pay all labor and shipping charges necessary to replace the product covered by this warranty.

This Limited Warranty does not cover products which have been damaged as a result of an accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, alteration, improper installation or maintenance, or failure to operate in accordance with the instructions supplied with the products, or operational failures caused by corrosion, rust, or other foreign materials in the system.

Requests for service under this warranty shall be made by returning the defective product to the manufacturer as soon as possible after the discovery of any alleged defect. The manufacturer will subsequently take corrective action as promptly as reasonably possible.

The manufacturer does not warrant and especially disclaims any warranty, whether express or implied, of fitness for a particular purpose, other than the warranty contained herein. This is the exclusive remedy and any liability for any and all indirect or consequential damages or expenses whatsoever is excluded.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Contact the Customer Service Team at 1-844-241-5521 or visit HOMEDEPOT.COM.

For warranty registration please go to www.gppumpsus.com

Pre-Installation

Application

This submersible sump pump is designed for home sump applications. Use this pump only for pumping water. This pump has not been tested or approved for use in swimming pools or in salt-water marine areas. It is also not engineered to be run continuously as a "fountain" or "waterfall" pump.

Tools Required

• Flathead Screwdriver
• Phillips Screwdriver
• Hand Hacksaw or PVC Cutter
• Wrench
• Tape Measure
• Safety goggles

Materials Required (Not Included)

NOTE: Parts shown below not to scale.

• PVC Primer
• PVC Cement
• Thread Tape
• 1-1/4 in. or 1-1/2 in. discharge pipe
• 1-1/4 in. or 1-1/2 in. check valve
• 1-1/4 in. or 1-1/2 in. 90° elbow
• Adaptor

Package Contents

NOTE: The adaptor is not shown to scale.

Specifications

Power supply: 115V, 60 HZ., 15 Amp Circuit

Liquid temp. range: 32°F to 77°F (0°- 25°C)

Discharge size: 1-1/2 in. FNPT or 1-1/4 in. FNPT (with adaptor)

Sump basin: Minimum 10 in. (254mm) diameter, 15 in. (381mm) depth

Switch on/off (1000026686): On: 7.2 in. (183mm), Off: 2.8 in. (71.1mm)

Switch on/off (1000026682): On: 7.6 in. (193mm), Off: 3.2 in. (81.3mm)

Switch on/off (1000026675 1000026662): On: 8.8 in. (223mm), Off: 4.4 in. (112mm)

Installation

[CAUTION] Always use the handle to lift the pump. Never use the power cord to lift the pump. To avoid skin burns, unplug the pump and allow time for it to cool after periods of extended use.

1. Installing the Adaptor

For 1-1/2 in. pipe installation, wrap the threads of the 1-1/2 in. pipe with thread tape.

For 1-1/4 in. pipe installation, wrap the thread of the 1-1/4 in. adaptor (B). Screw the adaptor on the pump discharge. Wrap the threads of the 1-1/4 in. pipe with thread tape.

NOTE: If the discharge pipe has thread, you can thread the pipe into the pump discharge. If the discharge pipe does not have thread, you can thread an adaptor (thread-slip adaptor sold separately) into the pump discharge.

Diagram Description: Shows the pump discharge port with an adaptor being screwed onto it, illustrating thread tape application.

2. Attaching the discharge pipe connection

Attach the discharge pipe (1) to the adaptor (B).

Diagram Description: Shows the discharge pipe being connected to the pump's adaptor.

3. Connecting the check valve

Slide down the sump lid.

Install a 1-1/2 in. or 1-1/4 in. check valve (not included) in the vertical discharge pipe. Be sure the flow is away from the pump.

Remove the cord grommet from the sump lid and pass the power cord plug through the grommet hole.

NOTE: A check valve installation is strongly recommended.

Diagram Description: Illustrates the pump placed in a sump pit, with a check valve installed in the vertical discharge pipe and the power cord passing through the sump lid grommet.

4. Connecting the discharge pipe

Install a 90° elbow (1) (not included) and connect the pump to the discharge pipe.

NOTE: Vertical switch is directly built in the pump. It does not have a plug.

Diagram Description: Shows the discharge pipe connected to the pump via a 90° elbow.

Operation

[DANGER] Do not handle the pump or pump motor with wet hands or when standing on a wet or damp surface, or in water.

Function Verification

Plug the power plug into a 115V GFCI power outlet.

Check the pump by filling the sump pit with water and observe the pump's operation through one complete cycle. Make sure the pump cannot move in the sump pit and the float switch moves freely up and down.

When the float switch moves up to the pump "On" point, the pump will start operating. When the water lowers to the pump "Off" level, the float switch will turn off the pump.

NOTE: Make certain the pump is submerged in water. Running the pump dry can damage the shaft seal.

Diagram Description: Depicts a sump pump installed in a sump pit, showing the water level, the pump, and the float switch in its operating position.

Care and Cleaning

[CAUTION] Always use the handle to lift the pump. Never use the power cord to lift the pump. To avoid skin burns, unplug the pump and allow time for it to cool after periods of extended use.

Do

• When the power is disconnected, inspect the pump suction screen and remove all debris, then plug the pump back into the grounded (GFCI) outlet.

Do Not

• Do not disassemble the motor housing. This motor has NO repairable internal parts, and disassembly may cause leakage or dangerous electrical wiring issues.
• Do not lift up the pump by the power cord.

To clean a pump clogged with debris:

• Unplug the pump from electrical power.
• Unscrew the stainless screws (4), and remove the volute (3).
• Use a flathead screwdriver to hold the shaft (1), then turn the impeller (2) counterclockwise to release the impeller (2).
• Remove debris from around the shaft (1) and on/under the impeller (2).
• Reassemble the pump.

Diagram Description: Illustrates the pump's motor housing with numbered parts: 1 (shaft), 2 (impeller), 3 (volute), and 4 (screws). It shows the impeller being removed from the shaft.

Troubleshooting