Emerson RIDGID PCRP, Operating Instructions & Parts Manual

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

GENERAL SAFETY

Do not submerge motor or allow motor to be 

  exposed to water. Personal injury and/or death 

WILL result.

Do NOT use to pump flammable or explosive fluids such as 

gasoline, fuel oil, kerosene, etc. Do NOT use in a flammable 

and/or explosive atmosphere. Pump SHOULD only be used to 

pump clear water. Personal injury and/or death WILL result.

Risk of electrical shock. ALL wiring must be 

  performed by a qualified electrician.

Do NOT walk on wet areas until ALL power is turned off. 

Failure to follow this warning WILL result in fatal electrical 

shock.

1.  Read all instructions before operation.
2.  Disconnect power and release all pressure within 

the system before servicing any component.

3.   Drain all liquids from system before servicing.

Secure the discharge line before starting the 

  pump. An unsecured discharge line MAY whip. 

Personal injury and/or property damage COULD result.

4.  Periodically inspect pump and system components, checking 

for weak and/or worn hoses. Insure all connections are secure.

PCRP

Self-Priming  
Portable Utility Pump with Case

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS & PARTS MANUAL

READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL - DO NOT DISCARD.  

Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage, serious injury or death.

REMINDER: Keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty purposes! Attach it to this manual or file it for safekeeping.

DESCRIPTION

This self-priming portable utility pump is designed to be used as 
a transfer pump for such applications as emptying water heaters, 
livestock tanks, etc. Pump can also be used for an intermittent 
pressure boost for applications such as washing cars, cleaning 
driveways, etc. The motor is air cooled; it is 

not

 designed to operate 

under water. 

NOTE:

 This pump is not intended for permanent installation or long, 

extended periods of continuous operation.

UNPACKING

After unpacking the utility pump, carefully inspect for any damage 
that may have occurred during transit. Check for loose, missing or 
damaged parts. If you need assistance, call our Customer Service 
Department at 1-877-9RIDGID.

SAFETY GUIDELINES

To help recognize this information, observe the following signal 
words/hazard classifications.

Danger indicates an imminently hazardous 

  situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in 

death or serious injury.

Warning indicates a potentially hazardous 

  situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in 

death or serious injury.

Caution indicates a potentially hazardous 

  situation which, if not avoided, MAY result in 

minor or moderate injury.

Notice indicates important information, that if 

  not followed, may cause damage to equipment.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to  potential bodily   

injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid  

possible harm.

NOTE: 

Information that requires special attention.

Specifications

Motor

Single Phase - 115V, 60 Hz, 8,000 RPM

Horsepower

1/2 HP

Motor

Series Wound (brush type) AC/DC Operation

Inlet/Outlet Openings

3/4 inch NPT

Impeller

Thermoplastic

Pump Housing

Cast iron

Motor Housing

Cast iron

Motor Shaft

Cold rolled steel

Shaft and Volute 
Seal

Buna-N

Motor Bearings

Permanently lubricated 
Rolling element bearings

Maximum Fluid 
Temperature

120°F

3213 

05

 -005 A 8/17

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