Star Water Systems S1503 - Manual

NOTICE TO INSTALLER: Instructions must remain with installation.
FW1379 0913
Supersedes 0212
MODEL S1503
WATER POWERED EMERGENCY BACKUP
SUMP PUMP SYSTEM
PVC CONSTRUCTION
PREINSTALLATION CHECKLIST
Product information presented
here reflects conditions at time
of publication. Consult factory
regarding discrepancies or
inconsistencies.
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1. Inspect your pump. Occasionally, products are damaged during shipment. If the unit or any of the parts are
damaged, contact your dealer before using.
2. Read all the installation instructions regarding installing and start up. Retain for future reference.
1. This pump is designed for handling clear water. Do not
use in septic tanks to pump effluent or sewage pits to
pump sewage.
2. Repair and service of your backup system should be
performed by an authorized service station.
3. The installation of this backup pump requires the use
of a variable level float switch for operation. It is the
responsibility of the installing party, to ensure that the
float switch will not hang up on the pump apparatus or
SEE BELOW FOR LIST OF WARNINGS
1. For your protection always disconnect the power
supply from its power source before handling the
components of your primary pump.
SEE BELOW FOR LIST OF CAUTIONS
Turbulence caused by high velocity
incoming water can negatively affect the on/off action
of the float mechanism. If this condition exists, the
incoming water must be baffled to avoid excessive
turbulence.
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pit peculiarities and is secured so the pump will turn
“on” and “off”. It is recommended that the pit be 18"
in diameter or larger to accommodate both a primary
and a backup pump.
4. Check the installation of the primary and backup
pump floats to ensure that both move freely and are
not being encroached upon where the float cannot
move. Adequate space between the floats must be
maintained.
5. The pump should be manually activated once a month
by lifting the float rod. Let the pump run for at least 15
seconds to prevent the pump from building up calcium
deposits and debris, which could harm the pump.
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COMPLIES WITH ASME A112.3.4.
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