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ManualsBrandsPro Series ManualsPrimaryS3100 - 1 HP Cast Iron Submersible Sump Pump w/ Deluxe Controller & Dual Float Switch

• The control unit on S3 Series and S5 Series pumps must receive 115V AC +/- 5% and 60

Hz from the AC outlet. Lower voltage may cause the power failure alarm to activate.

• These primary pumps will not provide protection during a power outage. With the risk of

property damage from high water levels, the addition of a PHCC Pro Series battery back-

up sump pump system is highly recommended.

• After the initial installation, be sure to check the operation by filling the sump with

water and observing the pump operation through one full cycle.

• For continuous duty operation, the pump must be submerged at least 3/4 of the depth of

the pump at all times.

• In instances where the discharge line is exposed to freezing temperatures, the pipe must

be sloped downward so any remaining water will drain out. Failure to do so will prevent

water from exiting the sump and damage the pump if the line freezes.

Installation Instructions

Prior to Installation

1. Visually inspect your pump. Products may be damaged during shipping. If the product

has been damaged, contact your place of purchase or Glentronics, Inc. before installation.

2. Thoroughly read the instructions provided to learn specific details regarding installation

and use. This manual should be retained for future reference.

Installing the Pump

1. Use a pit that conforms to all local codes and is large enough to accommodate the pump

and float switch. The minimum requirements for pumps with the double float assembly are

10⬙ in diameter and 14⬙ deep. However, larger sump pits are preferred, since they will

extend the discharge cycle and reduce the number of times the pump turns on.

2. Clean the pit of all debris. The pump’s intake screen must be kept clear.

3. The pump should not be set directly onto a clay, earthen, or sand base. You may install

bricks or blocks under the pump to provide a solid base.

4. The pump should be level.

5. Install discharge plumbing according to

local, regional and state codes. Rigid

PVC pipe is recommended.

6. The sizes of the discharge outlets on the

pumps vary from 1

⁄4⬙ to 2⬙. Try to match

the size of the discharge pipe to the size

of the outlet on the pump to maintain

the optimum pumping capacity. If you

are using a PHCC Pro Series pump with a

2⬙ discharge outlet to replace a pump in

a system that has been plumbed with

⁄2⬙ pipe, you may use the adapter

included with the system to reduce the

size of the discharge outlet to 1

⁄2⬙.

However, this will reduce the capacity of

the pump.

7. An in-line check valve is recommended to

prevent back-flow. This check valve is

mandatory when sharing a discharge line

with another pump (i.e. a back-up pump

or a second primary pump). Note: When

using a check valve, an air bleed hole of

⁄8⬙ (3.2mm) for the S3 & S5 Series and

⁄16

⬙

(4.76mm) for the E7 Series needs to

be drilled in the discharge pipe. The best

location is about 3

⬙

above the top of the

discharge outlet. The hole must be drilled

below the check valve. A small stream of

water will escape through this air bleed hole when the pump is running, so the hole should

be drilled on an angle toward the bottom of the sump pit.

8. Install a gate valve or ball valve as required by any codes.

9. Secure the power cord to the discharge pipe with wire ties or clamps to prevent

interference with the float assembly.

10. A pit cover is recommended for all installations as a safety measure, and to prevent

debris from falling into the pit.

11. A cover is required in all sewage pump installations with gas-tight seals to contain

gases and odors. A vent pipe should be added in any sewage installation.

12. In instances where the discharge line is exposed to freezing temperatures, the pipe must

be positioned in a downward slope so any remaining water will drain away. Failure to

do this will prevent water from exiting the pit and damage the pump if the line freezes.

Installing the Double Float

(included with S3 and S5 Series pumps)

The PHCC Pro Series double float switch is easy to

install by using the enclosed metal hose clamp.

1. Hold the float switch to the discharge pipe so

the cage is below the bracket.

2. Secure the float to the pipe with the enclosed

hose clamp, but do not completely tighten the

clamp at this time.

3. Position the float switch to a level where the

bottom of the float cage is no lower than 3⬙

above the bottom of the pump and no higher

than 1⬙ below the top of the pit. To avoid

debris pouring into the float, it should be positioned on the side of the discharge pipe

opposite the drain tile. Note: It is important to mount the float below the drain tile that

empties into the pit. Mounting it above the drain tile would allow water to fill the drain

tile before the pump is activated to pump out the water.

4. Once the float switch is in the desired position, tighten the clamp.

Connecting the Pump and Controller

Deluxe Dual Float Controller Model # DFC2

(included on S3 and S5 Series)

1. Mount the controller to the foundation, drywall

or a stud through the 4 holes on the cabinet

using the proper mounting hardware for the

application. The controller should be mounted

at least 4⬘ from the floor and within 8” of the

outlet.

2. Open the plastic door on top of the unit and

install a 9V alkaline battery.

3. Plug the control box into a properly grounded,

3-prong receptacle (preferably with ground fault

circuit interrupt). Then, plug the pump into

the receptacle on the control box. Do not use

an extension cord.

4. Make sure the Power Failure Alarm slide switch

is in the ON position.

E7 Series

The E7 Series pumps do not come with a

controller. Plug the pump directly into a

properly grounded, 3-prong receptacle (preferably

with ground fault circuit interrupt).

Connecting to a Security System

The Deluxe Controller (Model DFC2) includes a terminal on the right side of the control box

to connect to a security system or other alarm devices. There are (3) three positions for

wire connections on this terminal: N.O. – normally open, N.C. – normally closed, and

Common. (Refer to photo on next page)

1. Check your security system to determine whether an open (no contact) or closed (making

contact) connection is needed to activate the alarm.

2. The security system will provide (2) two connection terminals to extend wires to the

control terminal. Strip two wires 1/4” each. Connect either wire to the common

terminal. To secure the wire into the terminal, insert the exposed wire into the hole on

the side of the terminal next to the screw marked

common. Turn the screw a few turns to lock-in the wire.

3. If the security system requires a closing of a contact to

activate the alarm, secure the other wire into the

terminal hole labeled N.O. (normally open). If the

security system requires an opening of a contact, secure

the wire into the terminal hole labeled N.C. (normally

closed). Note: Only the “AC power out” and ‘Float raised

for 10 minutes” alarms will activate the remote

terminal signal.

Completing the Installation (all models)

1. After the initial installation, be sure to check the pump operation by filling the sump

with water and observing the pump through one full cycle. When using the dual float the

pump should run for 10 seconds after the lower float drops. Note: When the pump

activates, it should have a “normal pumping” sound. Any abnormal sound, vibration, or

lack of output is the signal of a problem. Stop the pump and refer to the troubleshooting

guide.

 WARNING

NOTICES

PUMP

WIRE

AIR BLEED

HOLE

FLOOR

JOIST

LOPE

PIPE

DOWN

DISCHARGE

PIPE

GATE

VALVE

UNION/CHECK

VALVE

PRO SERIES

PUMP

DUAL

FLOAT

BRICKS

DRAIN TILE

FLOAT WIRE

OUTLET

DELUXE DUAL

FLOAT CONTROLLER

MOUNTED ON WALL

PIT COVER

PUMP

WIRE

AIR BLEED

HOLE

LOOR

JOIST

SLOPE

PIPE

DOWN

DISCHARGE

PIPE

GATE

VALVE

UNION/CHECK

VALVE

RO SERIES

PUMP

DUAL

LOAT

RICKS

DRAIN TILE

LOAT WIRE

OUTLET

DELUXE DUAL

FLOAT CONTROLLER

MOUNTED ON WALL

PIT COVER

PUMP

WIRE

AIR BLEED

HOLE

FLOOR

JOIST

SLOPE

PIPE

DOWN

DISCHARGE

PIPE

GATE

VALVE

UNION/CHECK

VALVE

PRO SERIES

PUMP

DUAL

FLOAT

BRICKS

DRAIN TILE

FLOAT WIRE

UTLET

DELUXE DUAL

LOAT CONTROLLER

MOUNTED ON WALL

PIT COVER

This installation must be in accordance with the National

Electric Code and all applicable local codes and ordinances.

Make sure the outlet is single phase, 115V and 60HZ for all

the pump installations.

UMP

WIRE