WAPC250
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Auto On-Off Water Removal
Pool Cover Pump
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.
Risk of electric shock. This pump
has
NOT been tested for use in marine
areas. NEVER place pump in pools while people are in the water.
Do NOT handle pump with wet hands or when standing in water
or on a damp surface. Pump is designed to be used in closed and
covered pools only. Water accumulated on pool cover can cause
injury or death. Proper installation of pool cover pump and periodic
maintenance is recommended. Failure to follow COULD result in
death or serious injury.
1. Wear safety glasses at all times when working
with pumps.
2. The unit MUST be plugged into a properly
grounded GFCI outlet. Consult with a qualified
electrician for proper installation of a GFCI OUTLET.
3. DO NOT MOVE, POSITION, RETRIEVE, OR CARRY PUMP
USING THE POWER CORD OR THE DISHCHARGE HOSE,
damage to the pump or power cord may occur. Use the
handle supplied on the pump or attach a string to the strainer
to position as instructed.
APPLICATION AND OPERATION
Do NOT use pump if any part of the housing
switch or probe is cracked, broken, or missing.
Always disconnect
electric supply
before attempting to install, service,
relocate, or perform any maintenance. If
the power source is out of sight, lock and
tag in open (off) position to prevent unexpected power application.
Failure to do so WILL result in fatal electrical shock!
Electric shock hazard. Use only
Underwriters Laboratories
(UL)- listed extension cord with #16 gauge or larger wire
that is labeled for outdoor use. Use polarized grounding
type plugs only. Polarized plugs have one blade slightly
wider than the other and can only be inserted one way into the
outlet. If using an extension cord, do NOT allow pump cord/
extension cord connection to fall into swimming pool or come in
contact with water. Pump/extension cord connection must be kept
dry and away from moisture. Do NOT handle plug connector near
water. Failure to follow these instructions WILL result in death or
serious injury.
This unit is NOT designed for use
as a sump pump or in sump
applications. This unit is NOT designed for use in septic
tanks or underground vaults to pump raw sewage or
effluents. NEVER use in hazardous or explosive locations.
DESCRIPTION
This portable, Auto On-Off Pool Cover pump is designed for
automatic removal of water, from a pool or spa cover. The units
are equipped with a 25 ft. 3-prong grounding type power cord.
The provided discharge check valve prevents short cycling and
it's 3/4 in adapter can be used for convenient attachment to a
standard garden hose.
UNPACKING
Inspect this unit before it is used. Occasionally, products are
damaged during shipment. If the pump or components are
damaged, contact customer service at 1-800-237-0987.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
To help recognize this information, observe the following signal
words/hazard classifications.
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.
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.
NOTE
: Note indicates information that requires special attention.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
GENERAL SAFETY
• Read the manual(s) included with this product
carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls
and the proper use of the equipment. Follow all
instructions.
• Only persons well acquainted with these rules of safe
operation should be allowed to use the unit. Keep away
from children!
This pump is NOT rated for use
with flammable/combustible
liquids vapors or dusts. Do NOT use to pump flammable/
combustible liquids vapors or dusts. Do NOT use in a
flammable and/or explosive atmosphere. Pump SHOULD
be used to pump clear water ONLY. Failure to follow these
instructions WILL result in bodily injury or death.
Electric shock hazard! GFCI
receptacles will provide protection
against line to ground faults only. The ground fault
receptacle does NOT limit the magnitude of fault current
and will NOT prevent an electrical shock. Replace damaged cord
immediately.
© 2012,
WAYNE/Scott Fetzer Company.
Do NOT disassemble or alter this
product in any way. Failure to
follow these instructions WILL result in serious injury or
death.
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