.0 HP Shallow Well Pump Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.
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Table of Contents Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 4 Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................... 4 Specific Operation Warnings .......................
Intended Use The PowerHorse 1.0 HP Shallow Well Pump is a single-stage domestic water pump designed for pumping potable water. Shallow well pumps are designed for applications where the water level is less than 26 feet below the pump. This pump is non-submersible. Technical Specifications Property Motor Max. Flow Max. Head Max. Lift Max. PSI Pressure Switch Intake Port Discharge Port Pressure Tank Capacity Specification 120 V, 60 Hz, Single Phase 978 GPH 130 ft. 26 ft. 66.7 PSI 30psi ON, 43.
• WORK AREA SAFETY Inspect the work area before each use. Keep work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well lit. Cluttered, wet, or dark work areas can result in injury. Using the product in confined work areas may put you dangerously close to other cutting tools and rotating parts. • Do not use the product where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion; e.g., in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY • Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. If the tools should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user.
Specific Operation Warnings • Wear ANSI Z87.1 compliant goggles. • DO NOT start pump or run pump dry. Prime pump before each use. • Do not submerge pump in water. For indoor use only. • Pump clean water only. DO NOT use for salt water, brine, laundry discharge or any application that may contain foreign materials and/or caustic chemicals. • Never pump gasoline or flammable liquids with this product. • Do not operate pump where flammable or explosive fumes or gases are present.
Grounding • The pump must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electrical shock. It is equipped with an electric cord that has an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug MUST be plugged into a matching receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances. • DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED. If it will not fit the receptacle, have the proper receptacle installed by qualified electrician.
Extension Cords • An extension is NOT recommended for use with this product. If an extension cord is used, be sure to follow the requirements listed below. • USE A PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and cause overheating.
Installation • Never install a shutoff valve in the suction or discharge of this pump. This will cause excessive friction loss and will damage the pump and void the warranty. • All connections must be air tight. A single leak will prevent proper operation of the pump and may cause the pump to run dry. If the pump runs dry, this will void the warranty. • An extension cord is not recommended for use with this product.
3. Keep vertical lift to a minimum. Vertical delivery higher than a few feet will degrade pump efficiency. 4. The intake port and discharge port must have a screen (not included) attached to prevent debris being pumped. 5. ONLY pump clean water. Install the foot valve included on the suction inlet. This keeps the pump primed while not in use (not included with product). 6. The foot valve must be under the pumping water level. This is the level that the water falls to when the pump operates. 7.
a. If water leaks from the drain valve underneath the pump, securely close it and refill the unit. 3. Reattach the priming valve inlet and tighten.
Operating Instructions • Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the pump. Do not use the pump while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating the pump may result in serious personal injury. • Use ANSI-approved safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields, or when needed, a face shield. Also use non-skid safety shoes, gloves, and hearing protection when appropriate. • Do not overreach.
Maintenance • Before inspection, always unplug the pump from power and allow it to cool. • This pump must be monitored frequently (at least once a month, possibly more frequently if used in water that is full of debris).If the pump becomes overly clogged with debris (leaves, sticks, mud, etc.), excess pressure could cause the motor seal to weaken and water could come in contact with the electric motor. If a proper GFCL outlet is not being used, hazardous shock could occur.
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Parts List Motor Part No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 Description Screw Motor Housing Fan Blade Rear Cover Spring Washer Motor Bolt M5*125 Stator Bearing Rotor Bearing Rubber Sheath Screw 4.2*15 Cable Block Cable Sleeve Connection Cable Screw 2.9*15 Waterproof Cover Rubber Cover O-ring Capacitor Cover Capacitor Side Cover Switch Seal Plate Waterproof Switch Screw 3.
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Troubleshooting Problem The pump won’t start The pump operates but it won’t discharge water Pump has low capacity Cause Solution No Power Blocked Impeller Pressure switch disconnected Thermal Protection cut out Check connections Free the motor shaft Check gauge Allow pump to cool Inlet tube not submerged Air in suction pipe Inlet screen clogged Lifting height exceeded Inlet pipe is too small Lifting height exceeded Tank’s rubber bladder Underinflated.
Limited Warranty Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or "Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or “Your”) that the PowerHorse product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of one year from date of purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in accordance with product instructions.
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