Product Manual

4 | Sewage-Rated Pump Switch
Sump Pump Switch
Electronic Sump Pump Switch
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Fluid Control Products
Personal Safety
DANGER: This installation involves use of high-voltage electricity in a wet environment,
so please use common sense and caution.
You can safely install the LevelGuard® Sewage Pump Switch ONLY IF YOU:
• Contact a qualied electrician immediately if sump area is wet or ooded. Do not walk on
or touch wet areas until all power is disconnected from pump electrical outlet.
• DO NOT touch the sump pump or discharge piping when the pump is connected to
electrical power and water is present in the sump pit. Always disconnect the pump from
the power source before handling.
• Do not install this product while impaired in any way.
• Do not allow by-standers, children, or pets to come near the installation or cause
distraction.
• Keep loose clothing and jewelry away from electrical parts. Use non-skid shoes and proper
eye protection.
• Do not operate this electrical device in an explosive atmosphere, such as in the presence of
ammable liquids, gases, or dust. The LevelGuard Sewage Pump Switch is sealed and solid-
state, but the pump motor can create sparks that may ignite dust or fumes.
Equipment and Electrical Safety
NOTICE: These instructions assume that local code enforcement requires the use of a
GFCI receptacle. (Codes may vary by geographical jurisdiction.)
• Plug the LevelGuard® Sewage Pump Switch ONLY into a properly grounded, Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupt (GFCI) receptacle.
• GFCI receptacle must be installed by qualied electrician in accordance with all applicable
codes and ordinances.
• Before LevelGuard® Sewage Pump Switch installation, a qualied person must test the GFCI
to assure that it is operating properly.
• Never remove the grounding prong; never modify the plug or GFCI in any way; do not use
any adapter plugs.
• Keep cord away from sharp edges, heat, oil, or moving parts. Discontinue use immediately
if cord is damaged.
SAFETY SYMBOLS & SIGNAL WORDS
Read and Understand these types of Warnings:
DANGER: means that someone will be injured or killed if the safety information is not followed.
WARNING: means that someone could be injured or killed if the safety information is not followed.
NOTICE: means that property or equipment damage may result if instructions are not followed.
Important Safety Information
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully read this manual before installing or using this product. Failure to
understand and follow this manual may result in personal injury, electrical shock,
and/or re.