OPERATOR'S MANUAL SUBMERSIBLE PUMP WSP33AA • WSP53AA • WSP73AA BY: ©2003 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. — All Rights Reserved © 2004 American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 2 Thank you for purchasing this Honda Stainless Steel Sump Pump. We hope you are pleased with your purchase and that our pumps will provide you with long service life and exceptional performance. To ensure satisfactory service life, there are several considerations regarding proper installation, operation and power source. Please review the recommendations outlined within this operator’s manual.
0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 3 Important Safeguards To reduce risk of injury, always follow these instructions and safety precautions when using this pump and to maintain warranty. Read All Instructions Prior to Installation (SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS) Installation/Operation: • Never lift or carry pump by the electrical cord. Use a chain or rope affixed on handle to install/remove pump.
0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 4 Important Safeguards Proper Lifting: A separate chain or rope should be attached to the handle for normal lifting. Please note that this will help prevent damage due to inadvertent lifting of the pump by the power cord. Rope attached to automatic pump for lifting and installation. Rope attached to manual pump for lifting and installation.
Contents Section Page General Application Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Safety Information and Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 General Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Materials Needed and Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 7 Electrical Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 6 General Application Information (cont.) safety reasons. You should never touch a sump pump or discharge piping while the pump is connected to electrical power and water is present. The pump should be disconnected from the electrical source before handling in all cases. Discharge Piping Installation To assure the maximum performance from your sump pump, the discharge pipe size and piping fittings should not be smaller than the discharge port of the pump.
0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 7 General Application Information (cont.) Basin and Cover The basin should not be less than 18 inches in diameter and 24 inches deep. Larger diameters are advisable in instances of increased pump capacity requirements: Required Pump Capacity Minimum Basin Diameter up to 35 GPM over 35 GPM over 60 GPM over 100 GPM over 150 GPM 18" 24" 30" 36" 48" The basin should be located such that all water flows into the basin due to gravity.
General Specifications CAUTION Be careful not to exceed the given specifications in the use of your products. Check the nameplate for your pump’s head (HEAD), discharge volume (CAPACITY), speed (SPEED), motor voltage and current.
Installation Instructions Step 1 Inspection: Your pump has been carefully packaged to prevent damage during shipping. However, occasional damage does occur due to rough handling. Carefully inspect the pump for damage that could cause it to fail. Step 2: Attach desired length of PVC or ABS discharge pipe to pump outlet, using PVC adapter (11/4" pipe and adapter for WSP33AA, 11/2" WSP53AA, WSP73AA). Make sure open end of pipe will be above top of basin.
0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 10 Electrical information • Pumps are 115 V, 60 Hz and are grounded to prevent electrical shock. WARNING: Risk of electric shock—this pump is supplied with a grounding conductor and grounding-type attachment plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock, be certain that it is connected only to a properly grounded, groundingtype receptacle. • • • • Use a separate 15 amp circuit breaker or 15 amp fuse block with the pump.
PIPING Plastic PVC pipe is shown in the illustrations, but galvanized steel or copper pipe may be used if desired. All piping must be clean and free of all foreign matter to prevent clogging. Use thread compound on all threaded joints unless specified otherwise. Submersible Pump Installation Refer to the installation illustration on the following page for the following instructions. Be certain sump basin is clean and all power to pump is shut off.
0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 12 Submersible Pump Installation (cont.) Step 5 – Plug in and fill sump basin with water. Pump should turn on at 13'' to 14'' water level. If it does not turn on at 13'' to 14'' water level, remove the float cord from the clip and reattach in a higher or lower position, so that the pump turns on at the 13'' to 14'' water level. FLOAT CORD CLIP MOVE CORD UP OR DOWN Step 6 – Perform several ON-OFF cycles to assure satisfactory operation.
0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 13 WSP Submersible Pump Installation Diagram Grounded type 115 volt receptacle min. height above floor – 4 ft. 11/2" check valve with rubber sleeve connectors shut-off gate valve (optional) *All equipment other than pump to be supplied by others. Pump only supplied by Honda. 101/2" Min. Bottom of inlet pipe 14" Min. Sump pump Sump basin 18" to 24" dia.
0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 14 Motor Wiring Diagram Automatic Operation Type Output (Single Phase) Operation Check the water level before starting the pump. If the pump is operated continuously for an extended period of time in a dry condition or at the lowest water level, the motor protector will be activated in single phase units. Constant repetition of this action will shorten pump service life.
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 16 Troubleshooting Checklist PROBLEM Pump does not run or hums. POSSIBLE CAUSES • Line circuit breaker is off, or fuse is blown or loose. • Water level in sump has not reached turn-on level as indicated in installation drawing. • Pump cord is not making contact in receptacle. • Float is stuck. It should operate freely in basin. • If all of the above are OK, then the motor winding may be open. Pump runs but does not • Check valve is installed backwards.
0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 17 Maintenance and Service WARNING: Pump warranty becomes void if you remove motor housing, unscrew impeller, or otherwise remove impeller seal. If pump does not operate properly, follow the steps shown under Troubleshooting. For any work on pump or switch, always unplug power cord(s). Do not just turn off circuit breaker or unscrew fuse.
0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 18 Sectional View – WSP33AA Automatic Type Output 1/3 HP (Single Phase) * Recommended spare parts Ref. No.
0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 19 Sectional View – WSP53AA, WSP73AA Automatic Type Output 1/2 to 3/4 HP (Single Phase) * Recommended spare parts Ref. No.
0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 20 Disassembly and Assembly Disassembly When disassembling pump, have a piece of cardboard or wooden board ready to place the different parts on as you work. Do not pile parts on top of each other. They should be laid out neatly in rows. The O-ring and gasket can not be used again once they are removed. Have replacement parts ready. Disassemble in the following order, referring to the sectional view.
0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 21 Customer Service Information Servicing dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer any question you may have. If you encounter a problem that your dealer does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership's management. The Service Manager, General Manager, or Owner can help. Almost all problems are solved in this way.
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