Little Giant LG-MPA33 Owner'S Manual Download

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BEFORE GETTING STARTED

READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL, OPERATE, OR SERVICE YOUR PRODUCT. KNOW THE PRODUCT’S APPLICATION,
LIMITATIONS, AND POTENTIAL HAZARDS. PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS BY OBSERVING ALL SAFETY INFORMATION. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE
INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE!
Refer to product data plate(s) for additional operating instructions and specifications.

This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this

symbol on your pump or in this manual, look for one of the following signal words and be alert to the

potential for personal injury or property damage if ignored:

DANGER

warns about hazards that will cause serious personal injury, death or major property damage if ignored.

WARNING

warns about hazards that can cause serious personal injury, death or major property damage if ignored.

CAUTION

warns about hazards that will or can cause minor personal injury or major property damage if ignored.

NOTICE

indicates special instructions which are important but not related to hazards. Carefully read and follow all safety instructions

in this manual and on pump.

DANGER

DO NOT USE TO PUMP FLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVE FLUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE, FUEL OIL, KEROSENE, ETC. DO NOT USE IN

EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES OR HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS AS CLASSIFIED BY THE NEC, ANSI/NFPA70. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING CAN RESULT IN

PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. DO NOT HANDLE A PUMP OR PUMP MOTOR WITH WET HANDS OR WHEN STANDING ON A WET OR

DAMP SURFACE, OR IN WATER. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING CAN RESULT IN FATAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK. PUMP SHOULD ONLY BE USED WITH

LIQUIDS COMPATIBLE WITH PUMP COMPONENT MATERIALS.

WARNING

Make certain that the unit is disconnected from the power source before attempting to service or remove any

component. If the power disconnect is out of sight, lock it in the open position and tag it to prevent unexpected application of power.

WARNING

This equipment should be installed and serviced by technically qualified personnel. Comply with national and local

electrical and plumbing codes when installing this unit. Failure to install it in compliance with national and local electrical and plumbing codes and within

Little Giant’s recommendations may result in electrical shock or fire hazard, unsatisfactory performance, or equipment failure. Installation information

is available through pump manufacturers and distributors, or directly from Little Giant at our toll-free number, 1-888-956-0000.

This equipment must not be used by children or persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities, or lacking in experience and expertise,

unless supervised or instructed. Children may not use the equipment, nor may they play with the equipment or in the immediate vicinity.

CAUTION

In any installations where property damage and/or personal injury might result from an inoperative or leaking pump due

to power outages, discharge line blockage, or any other reason, a backup system(s) and/or alarm should be used.

•  Keep work area clean, well-lit, and uncluttered.
•  Keep safety labels clean and in good condition.
•  Do not run pump dry. For optimal cooling and to prolong the

motor life, the liquid level being pumped should normally

be above the top of the pump housing.

CAUTION

W A R N I N G

• Wear safety glasses while installing or performing

maintenance on pump.

• Make sure all

ELECTRICAL POWER IS OFF

before

connecting any electrical wires.