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Vertical sump pumps 
Type LG and LGL2 
 

Instructions 

 

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Installation 

 

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Operation 

 

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Maintenance 

 
 

Read this entire book 

before attempting to install, operate or repair this 

 

 

 

pump.  Properly installed, your Peerless sump pump   
will give you satisfactory, dependable service.  We    
urge that you read carefully these step-by-step 
instructions, to simplify any problems of installation,      
operation or repair.  
Failure to read and comply with installation and 
operating   instructions   will   void   the   responsibility  of 
 
 
 
 
 
 
New equipment manufactured by Seller is warranted     
to be free from defects in material and workmanship 
under normal use and service for a period of one year 
from  date  of  shipment;    Seller’s  obligation  under         
this warranty being limited to repairing 

or            

replacing at its option any part found to its 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

satisfaction  to  be  so  defective  provided  that  such       
part is, upon request, returned to Seller’s factory 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

from which it was shipped, transportation prepaid. 

 

 

 

 

This warranty does not cover parts damaged by 
decomposition from chemical action or wear caused     
by abrasive materials, not does it cover damage 
resulting from misuse, accident, neglect, or from 
improper operation, maintenance, installation, modi-
fication  or  adjustment.    This  warranty  does  not         
cover parts repaired outside the Seller’s factory without 
prior written approval.  Seller makes no warranty as to 
starting equipment, electrical apparatus or other 

 

material not of its manufacture, since the same are 
usually covered by warranties of the respective 
manufacturers thereof. 
 
 
 
 
                                  
 
 
 

 
 
 the  manufacturer  and  may  also  result  in  bodily        
injury as well as property damage. 
This book is intended to be a permanent part of your 
pump  installation  and  should  be  preserved  in  a         
convenient location for ready reference.  If these 
instructions  should  become  soiled,  obtain  a  new       
copy from Peerless Pump. Include model, and/or serial 
umber with your request. 
 
 
 
 
 

WARRANTY 

 
In the event, notwithstanding the terms of this 
agreement, it is determined by a court of competent 
jurisdiction that an express warranty  has  been  given     
by Seller to Purchaser with respect to the head, 

 

 

capacity or other like performance characteristics of  
said equipment, Seller’s liability for breach of the 

 

 

 

 

same shall be limited to accepting return of such 
equipment F.O.B. plant of manufacture, refunding 

 

 

 

 

 

any amount paid thereon by Purchaser (less 

 

 

 

depreciation at the rate of 15% per year if Purchaser  
has used the equipment for more than thirty (30) days) 
and canceling any balance still owing on the 

 

 

equipment. 
 
 
 
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY 
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, 
AND SELLER SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY 
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR 
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 
 
 
 
 
 
 

2899982

REV 11/76

 

Summary of Contents for LG Series

Page 1: ...outside the Seller s factory without prior written approval Seller makes no warranty as to starting equipment electrical apparatus or other material not of its manufacture since the same are usually covered by warranties of the respective manufacturers thereof the manufacturer and may also result in bodily injury as well as property damage This book is intended to be a permanent part of your pump ...

Page 2: ...r manufacturer s instructions for proper wiring changes Do not cut splice or damage the power cord Do not carry or suspend the pump by the power cord A live damaged or open power cord can deliver a fatal electrical shock Due to automatic switch operation of sump pumps tie the main disconnect switch open or remove fuses from main lines before attempting lubrication mechanical and electrical examina...

Page 3: ...inimum basin depth shown LGB furnished in 3 5 and 7 foot nominal pump lengths each suitable down to the minimum basin depths shown by adjusting floor plate 2 Gastight floor plates are required by some local plumbing codes or whenever the prevention of objection able odors entering the pump room is required Available only on LGB and LGL2 models 3 NEMA 1 simplex standard float switches are motor ped...

Page 4: ...e and vent the basin to the atmosphere using the vent opening provided in the floor plate Mounting the Floor Plate The floor plate is fixed in location on LGA and LGL2 models On the LGB units the floor plate is furnished in two pieces marked left and right which are held together by a bolt and nut and carefully manufactured unit It should be given the same attention accorded to any precision machi...

Page 5: ...d and are provided with cords and standard plugs for connection to any socket But the line used must have the proper electrical characteristics and be provided with the proper fuse In the event that this line is used for other appliances or for lighting a special fuse serving only the sump pump should be incorporated in the line CAUTON Before attempting hook up handling or repair of electrical wir...

Page 6: ...h INSPECTION To insure the best operation of the unit make a systematic inspection at least once a week Watch the following grade of a No 2 or 3 grease and turn the cup down two or three turns approximately every week or two frequency depending upon severity of pump service MOTOR LUBRICATION Lubricate the motor accord ing to directions given by the motor instruction label but avoid over lubricatio...

Page 7: ...pect bearings for wear see if strainer is clogged 3 If the flexible coupling connection is noisy see that coupling is not binding and that motor alignment is correct 4 Rotate pump by hand to see if impeller is rubbing IF PUMP OPERATES AT BLOW OR VARIABLE SPEED 1 See that switch contacts are not arcing 2 Test for loose connections 3 If motor is three phase see that all phases are live 4 Be sure the...

Page 8: ...Figure 2 Type LG Vertical Sump Pump 8 2899982 ...

Page 9: ...Float rod 30 Tripod leg Give length 18 Float rod adjusting buttons 31 Leg clamp 19 Float switch 32 Casing bolt and nuts 21 Float rod guide 33 Motor screws 22 Motor coupling State motor frame size 34 Tripod leg set screw 36 Discharge pipe set screw 37 Hanger pipe bolts and nuts 38 Pump coupling set screw 39 Washer 40 Impeller nut 41 Impeller key 42 Snap ring 43 Floor plate clamping bolt 44 Socket h...

Page 10: ...ow solvent out of bearing with dry filtered air 6 Lubricate bearings immediately after cleansing with light spindle oil and place them in a covered container INSPECTION Inspect pump parts for cracks dents nicks scratches or other damage affecting service ability or sealing CAUTION Test cleaned and oiled bearings by rotating slowly with the hands If worn rough noisy loose or flatted replace with ne...

Page 11: ...t clearance between bottom of ball bearing 14 and pump pedestal 8 When clearance has been adjusted tighten pump coupling set screw 38 Place pump in a vertical position and rotate shaft by hand If impeller rubs recheck clearance setting as outlined above 5 The float is adjusted as described previously under installation NOTICE Materials of construction specifications dimensions design features and ...

Page 12: ...Peerless Pump Company P O Box 7026 Indianapolis IN 46207 7026 Phone 317 925 9661 Fax 317 924 7388 2899982 REV 11 76 ...

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