Burcam 300828BUP 1/3HP SUB SUMP SYSTEM 115V/12V VERT/MEC SWITCH - Manual (Page 2)

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
This fine pump that you have just purchased is designed from the latest in material and
workmanship. Before installation and operation, we recommend the following procedures:
Check with your local electrical and plumbing codes to ensure you comply with the
regulations. These codes have been designed with your safety in mind. Be sure you comply
with them.
We recommend that a separate circuit be lead from the home electrical distribution panel
properly protected with a fuse or a circuit breaker. We also recommend that a ground fault
circuit be used. Consult a licensed electrician for all wiring.
The ground terminal on the three prong plugs should never be removed. They are supplied
and designed for your protection.
Never make adjustments to any electrical appliance or product with the power
connected. Do not only unscrew the fuse or trip the breaker, remove the power plug from the
receptacle
During the installation steps, make sure that the basement is free of moisture or any fluid
or water.
Battery acid is corrosive. Avoid spilling on skin or clothing. Eye protection must be worn
when handling the battery.
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Material required for submersible sump pump application
Submersible sump pump installation
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Desired length of 1 1/2” or 1 1/4” of ABS/DWV pipe to link up the pump to the drain line.
 Sump pit or 1 only sump basin.
 ABS cement.
 Teflon tape.
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Tools
Screwdrivers, hacksaw to cut pipe, knife to assist in pipe cutting, round file to smooth pipe
ends, pipe wrench, adjustable wrench to tighten fittings.
Battery
Use only a new fully charged 12 Volt deep cycle marine battery. Electrolyte level must be
checked and maintenance must be done in accordance with manufacturer’s guideline.
Battery sizes that will fit into the battery box are 24C, 24VCM, 27C, 27CM, and 27F.
Battery recharge time will be different at each installation. Under normal conditions it will take
two to four days to bring a deep cycle battery back to full charge after it has been discharged.
If electrical power to the house is lost more than once a week, consider keeping a spare,
fully-charged battery to replace an exhausted battery for the standby sump pump.
After each start, the battery pump will run for 5 to 30 seconds after the float return to
it’s original position.
NOTICE
This unit is not designed for applications
to pump salt water or brine .
Use with salt water or brine will void
warranty.
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