Burcam 300718 CAST IRON SUBM. SUMP PUMP 1/2HP 115V VERTICAL SWITCH - Manual (Page 4)

At this step, you have the opportunity to install a 1 1/2” or a 1 1/4” discharge. We recommend
a 1 1/2” ABS/DWV discharge. Install a check valve (350362 in-line 1 1/2” or 350353 1 1/4”
MNPT inlet and 1 1/4” or 1 1/2” outlet) over discharge pipe of your pump and secure it with
stainless steel clamps or glued nipple for ABS/DWV pipe. This check valve will allow easy
access to pump, should service be required.
Install and position your submersible sump pump in the centre of your sump pit or basin and
ensure that there is clearance to allow the vertical float switch a free working area without
obstructions (pipe, pit’s wall, power cord). The float cord length is factory set and should not
need adjustment. If adjustment is required, the switch cord can be shorted or lengthed.
Install your discharge pipe from check valve to the point of discharge or drain. For installation
over 50 feet of horizontal position discharge pipe, use a 2” pipe to reduce friction loss.
The vertical switch provided with your pump is supplied with a serial electrical male plug. Fix
the power cord of the pump into the piggy-back receptacle of the switch and plug this one into
electrical grounded outlet. We recommend that a licensed electrician be employed to do wiring.
Permanently ground the motor in accordance to the electrical codes for your area. Do not use
an extension cord to connect your pump to the power source. From your distribution panel to
the receptacle, we recommend a wire gauge not smaller than 14 gauge. Use tape or tie wrap to
fix power cords to discharge pipe.
Fill the sump pit or basin with water to test the operation of your submersible sump pump.
The motor should start when the water level reaches approximetely 3” over your pump. Allow
the pump to go through several “on-off” cycle to assure satisfactory operation. If needed, see
trouble shooting guide in this manual.
Review your installation with typical diagram. Check all connections for leaks.
Unplug the switch and pump motor power cord. Remove the pump from pit or basin. Remove
trash accumulation and dirt from the pump and float switch. Be sure the float switch operates
freely after cleaning. If tar or paint has been received in the pit or basin, use kerosene to
remove residue from float switch or pump. Do not use strong paint solvents.
Remove the screws that hold the strainer or the base to the bottom of the pump body. Pry the
base off the pump body carefully. Clean the impeller and volute passage way from any debris
wich may have become in contact with these parts. Again, If tar or paint has entered pump,
clean with kerosene. Do not use strong paint solvents. Be sure impeller turns freely after
cleaning.
Check and clean away any debris wich may be clogging the suction inlet, pump discharge,
check valve and discharge line.
Replace screws and return sump pump to sump pit or basin and reconnect to piping.
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6
STEP 7
STEP 8
SUMP PUMP APPLICATION
MAINTENANCE
(SEE DIAGRAM ON PAGE 5)
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