PENTAIR 2125PCP Submersible Electronic Pool Cover Pump Owner’s Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
Submersible Electronic
Pool Cover Pump MODEL 2125PCP

Installation/Operation/Parts
For further operating, installation, or maintenance assistance:  Call 1-800-468-7867

Safety / Installation

GENERAL SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When installing and using this electrical equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this product unless they are closely supervised at all times.
WARNING Risk of Electric Shock. Connect only to a properly-grounded, grounding type receptacle.
The pump requires 115 volt, single phase current.
The pump is protected by a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) built into the plug. Do not modify the cord, plug, or GFCI.
Do not bury cord. Locate cord to minimize abuse from lawn mowers, hedge trimmers, and other equipment.
WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock, replace damaged cord immediately.
WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock, donot use an extension cord to connect the unit to the electrical supply; provide a properly located outlet.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING The pump motor is equipped with an automatically resetting thermal protector and may restart unexpectedly.
DO NOT plug in the pump while standing in water or on a wet or damp surface.
DO NOT use in water where fish are present (oil in motor can kill fish).
DO NOT pick up the pump by the power cord.
Protect the electrical cord from sharp objects, hot surfaces, oil, and chemicals. Avoid kinking the cord.
Unplug the pump before servicing it or attempting to clean it.
Secure the discharge hose before starting the pump. An unsecured discharge hose may whip, which can cause personal injury and property damage.
Keep the pump, base, and inlet screen free of debris and foreign objects.

California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING This product and related accessories contain chem-icals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

SPECIFICATIONS

Power supply required …………………………………. 115V, 60 HZ.
Liquid Temp. Range …………………………………Max. 77°F (25°C)
Operation Position ………………………………………………..Vertical
Individual Branch Circuit Required ……………………….. 15 Amp Operating Depth
Beginning min ……………………….. 3/4” (water level)
Ending max. …………………………… 1/4”
Discharge ……………………………………………….. 1” NPT (25 mm)

DESCRIPTION

The submersible pump is designed for water removal from pool covers in home swimming pool applications. Unit is constructed of hi-impact corrosion resistant plastic.
Screened inlet and base prevent large solids from entering pump and protect pool cover.
NOTICE: This unit is not designed for applications involving salt water or brine! Use with salt water or brine will void warranty.

PERFORMANCE

GPH (LPH) AT TOTAL FEET (M)

 3’  (0.91)|  5’ (1.52)|  10’ (3.05)|  15’  (4.57)|  18’ (5.49)|  20’ (6.09)| 22’  (6.70)
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 1410 gal| 1320 gal| 1080 gal| 840 gal| 630 gal| 420 gal| 0 gal
 (5337 L)| 1320 gal| (4088 L)| (3180 L)| (2385 L)| (1590 L)| (0 L)

INSTALLATION

WARNING Hazardous voltage. Can shock, burn or cause death. Do not use power cord to lift motor. Always use handle.

1. Pump should always stand upright on base when operating. Do not suspend pump by means of discharge hose or power cord. Keep pump inlet screen clear.
2. To install a garden hose, first install adapter provided with pump. NOTICE: To keep friction as low as possible, hose must be 5/8” or larger. Keep hose as short as possible.
3. If, in your application, backflow is a problem when the pump stops, prevent it by installing a 1” NPT check valve in the pump discharge.
4. Power Supply: Pump is designed for 115V., 60 HZ. operation and requires an individual branch circuit of 15 amperes or more capacity. It is supplied with a 3-wire cord set with grounding-type, GFCI protected plug for use in a 3-wire, grounded outlet. For safety, pump should always be electrically grounded to a suitable electrical ground such as a grounded water pipe or a properly grounded metallic raceway or ground wire system. Do not cut off the round grounding prong.

WARNING Risk of sudden starts. Can result in an electrical shock or the pinching of hands or tools. The pump motor is equipped with automatic resetting thermal protector and may  restart unexpectedly. Protector tripping is indication of motor overloading as a result of operating pump at high pressure, excessively high or low voltage, inadequate wiring,  incorrect motor connections, or a defective motor or pump.

OPERATION

WARNING Risk of electrical shock. Can burn or cause
death. Do not handle pump or pump motor with wet hands or when standing on wet or damp surface, or in water.
Disconnect power from pump before handling, servicing, or attempting to repair pump.
NOTE: The power cord for this pump is equipped with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI). The GFCI will shut down the pump in the event of leakage of electrical  current from the pump motor or cord to ground. If the pump does not respond when plugged in, unplug it, reset the GFCI (push the RESET button on the plug) and plug it  in again. If it still doesn’t respond, make sure that the circuit breaker for the branch circuit is in the ‘on’ position (closed). if the circuit breaker is closed and the pump  doesn’t respond, consult a licensed electrician. DO NOT TRY TO MODIFY the cord or plug, and do not remove the GFCI.
The Electronic Pool Cover Pump is fully Automatic in Operation. The “smart” controller periodically starts the pump to sense if water is present. If it senses water it will run for a period of time occasionally cycling off for a few seconds and turning on to verify it has water to remove and not just stirring a small puddle. If no water is detected the start cycle delay will gradually increase. As soon as water is detected the sequence repeats again.
NOTICE: When you plug the pump into the outlet, it will start 0and run for 5 seconds. It will then cycle as described above.
If the unit is put in the water and started, interrupting the water flow into the pump during the 5-second water-sensing run will cause it to wait 2-1/2 minutes before restarting.

1. The motor is equipped with an automatically resetting thermal overload protector. If the motor gets too hot, the overload protector will stop the motor before it is damaged. When the motor has cooled sufficiently, the overload protector will reset itself and the motor will restart.
   NOTICE: If the overload protector stops the pump repeatedly, disconnect the power from the pump and check it to find the problem. Low voltage, clogged impeller, too much back pressure in the discharge hose (as when pumping through 50’ (15 M) of coiled hose), or extended running of pump with no load, can all cause overheating.

2. The water being pumped cools the motor, allowing the pump to run continuously at any depth of water above 1/4”. However, if the motor overload stops the pump, allow it to cool for one hour before restarting. The motor will not restart before the overload has cooled.

LOCKED ROTOR

To restart the pump manually, unplug it and plug it in again.

1. If the rotor is locked, UNPLUG THE PUMP, remove the base, shield, and screen, and clean out the rotor.
   Risk of dangerous or fatal electrical shock.
   Disconnect the pump from the power source before disassembling the pump or cleaning out the rotor.

2. See Page 4 for important information about the alignment of the screen and shield when you reassemble them. Note that the pump will not operate correctly if these  parts are not correctly installed.
   3. Once you have reassembled the pump, reset it on the pool cover and plug it in again to resume normal operation.

AIRLOCKS

When a pump airlocks, it runs but does not move any water.
An airlock will cause the pump to overheat and fail. This pump has an anti- airlock hole in the side of the pump body. If you suspect an airlock, unplug the pump, clean out  the antiairlock hole with a paper clip or piece of wire, and restart the pump.
NOTICE: If the outlet of the discharge hose is submerged you must have a 1/8” hole in the discharge hose to prevent airlock.
This hole must be open to air.
NOTICE: If you move the pump or the pump airlocks, be sure to drain the hose before trying to restart the pump.

Repair Parts / Troubleshooting

REPAIR PARTS

NOTICE: To purchase a check valve, call Customer Service at 1-800-365-6832 and order part number PW73-63.
** If motor fails, replace entire pump.
Not Illustrated.
Insert screws through base. (Base omitted for clarity)

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING Risk of electrical shock and sudden start.
Disconnect electrical power to pump before attempting to troubleshoot or work on it.

If voltage under recommended minimum, check size of wiring  from main switch on  property. If OK, contact power company.
Replace pump Remove base and screen, locate source of binding
 Pump operates  but delivers  little  or no water| Low line voltage
Something caught in impeller Small diameter garden hose or long  discharge line Check valve installed without vent hole Air lock Coils or bends in hose| Call power company
Clean out impeller
Use larger diameter garden hose or 1” flexible pipe. Eliminate any excess hose. Short hoses work best
Drill a 1/16” – 1/8” (1.6 – 3.2 mm) dia. hole between pump discharge & check valve
Turn off pump for a few seconds, clean out anti-airlock hole and restart pump Straighten hose

For parts or assistance, call Simer Customer Service at 1-800-468-7867

Warranty

Retain Original Receipt for Warranty Eligibility

Limited Warranty

This Limited Warranty is effective June 1, 2011 and replaces all undated warranties and warranties dated before June 1, 2011.
SIMER warrants to the original consumer purchaser (“Purchaser” or “You”) that its products are free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve (12)  months from the date of the original consumer purchase. If, within twelve (12) months from the original consumer purchase, any such product shall prove to be defective, it  shall be repaired or replaced at SIMER’s option, subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein. Note that this limited warranty applies to manufacturing defects only and not to ordinary wear and tear. All mechanical devices need periodic parts and service to perform well. This limited warranty does not cover repair when normal use has  exhausted the life of a part or the equipment.
The original purchase receipt and product warranty information label are required to determine warranty eligibility. Eligibility is based on purchase date of original product –  not the date of replacement under warranty. The warranty is limited to repair or replacement of original purchased product only, not replacement product (i.e. one warranty  replacement allowed per purchase).
Purchaser pays all removal, installation, labor, shipping, and incidental charges.
For parts or troubleshooting assistance, DO NOT return product to your retail store. Contact SIMER Customer Service at 800-468-7867.
Claims made under this warranty shall be made by returning the product (except sewage pumps, see below) to the retail outlet where it was purchased immediately after the  discovery of any alleged defect. SIMER will subsequently take corrective action as promptly as reasonably possible. No requests for service will be accepted if received more  than 30 days after the warranty expires. Warranty is not transferable and does not apply to products used in commercial/rental applications.

Sewage Pumps
DO NOT return a sewage pump (that has been installed) to your retail store. Contact SIMER Customer Service. Sewage pumps that have seen service and been removed  carry a contamination hazard with them.
If your sewage pump has failed:

• Wear rubber gloves when handling the pump;
• For warranty purposes, return the pump’s cord tag and original receipt of purchase to the retail store;
• Dispose of the pump according to local disposal ordinances.

Exceptions to the Twelve (12) Month Limited Warranty

Years
4” Submersible Well Pumps, 2945, 2958, 2975PC, 3075SS, 3963, 3984, 3995, 4185, 4185P, 4186, 4188, 4190| 3 Years
Pre-Charged Pressure Tanks, 3985, 3986, 3988, 3989, 5910, 5950, 5955, 5965, 5975| 5 Years

General Terms and Conditions; Limitation of Remedies
You must pay all labor and shipping charges necessary to replace product covered by this warranty. This warranty does not apply to the following: (1) acts of God; (2)  products which, in SIMER’s sole judgement, have been subject to negligence, abuse, accident, misapplication, tampering, or alteration; (3) failures due to improper  installation, operation, maintenance or storage; (4) atypical or unapproved application, use or service; (5) failures caused by corrosion, rust or other foreign materials in the  system, or operation at pressures in excess of recommended maximums.
This warranty sets forth SIMER’s sole obligation and purchaser’s exclusive remedy for defective products.
SIMER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONTINGENT DAMAGES WHATSOEVER. THE FOREGOING  WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES SHALL NOT  EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION PROVIDED HEREIN.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or  exclusions may not apply to You. This warranty gives You specific legal rights and You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

SIMER • 293 Wright Street • Delavan, WI U.S.A. 53115
Phone:800-468-7867 • Fax: 800-390-5351 • www.simerpump.com

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