K2 PUMPS SPI05008TPK Sump and Effluent Pump Owner’s Manual

K2 PUMPS SPI05008TPK Sump and Effluent Pump

Performance

Safety Information

WARNING:
SEE BELOW FOR LIST OF WARNINGS

1. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, a properly grounded receptacle or control box must be installed in accordance with the governing codes. Never remove ground pin from plug.
2. Make certain that the ground fault interrupter protected receptacle or control box is within the reach of the pump’s power supply cord. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD. Extension cords that are too long or too light do not deliver sufficient voltage to the pump motor, and they could present a safety hazard if the insulation were to become damaged or the connection end were to fall into a damp or wet area.
3. Make sure the pump’s electrical supply circuit is equipped with fuses or circuit breakers of proper capacity. A separate branch circuit is recommended, sized according to the local electrical codes for the current shown on the pump name plate.
4. Testing for ground. As a safety measure, each electrical outlet should be checked for ground using a circuit analyzer which will indicate if the power, neutral and ground wires are correctly connected to your outlet. If they are not, call a qualified licensed electrician.
5. FOR YOUR PROTECTION, ALWAYS DISCONNECT PUMP FROM ITS POWER SOURCE BEFORE HANDLING. If pump is wired direct, de-energize the circuit at the control box. Wear insulated protective shoes and do not stand in water. Pumps equipped with a 3-prong ground plug are designed to help protect against electrical shock. DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, REMOVE THE GROUND PIN.
6. Installation and servicing of the pump, electrical circuits and hardware should only be performed by a qualified, licensed electrician.
7. Risk of electrical shock. Do not remove power supply cord and strain relief or connect conduit directly to the pump. If the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the Manufacturer or an Authorized Service and Warranty Center to avoid a hazard.
8. Pump contains oil which becomes pressurized and hot when operating. Allow 2-1/2 hours after disconnecting before attempting service.
9. Pump is not intended for potable water due to possible contamination by oil contained in the pump.
10. Risk of electrical shock. These pumps have not been investigated for use in swimming pools and marine areas.

CAUTION:
SEE BELOW FOR LIST OF CAUTIONS

1. Check to be sure your power source is capable of handling the voltage requirements of the motor, as indicated on the pump name plate.
2. The installation of variable level float switches is the responsibility of the installing party, and care should be taken that the tethered float switch will not hang up on the pump apparatus or pit peculiarities and is secured so that the pump will shut off. It is recommended to use rigid pipe and fittings and the pit be 18″ (46 cm) or larger in diameter.
3. Vent hole. It is necessary that all submersible sump, effluent, and sewage pumps capable of handling various sizes of solid waste be of the bottom intake design to reduce clogging and seal failures. If a check valve is incorporated in the installation, a 3/16″ (5 mm) vent hole must be drilled in the discharge pipe below the check valve and pit cover to purge the unit of trapped air. Vent hole should be checked periodically for clogging. The vent hole on a High Head application may cause too much turbulence. If you choose not to drill a vent hole, be sure the pump case and impeller is covered with liquid before connecting the pipe to the check valve. NOTE: THE HOLE MUST BE BELOW THE BASIN COVER AND CLEANED PERIODICALLY. Water stream will be visible when pump is operating.
4. Pump should be checked frequently for debris and/or build up which may interfere with the float “on” or “off” position. Repair and service should be performed by an Authorized Service and Warranty Center.
5. Maximum operating temperature for standard model pumps must not exceed 130°F (54°C).
6. Do not operate a pump in an application where the Total Dynamic Head is less than the minimum Total Dynamic Head listed on the Pump Performance Curves.
7. For health reasons, do not unplug, turn off, or disable pump and use pump tank system as a way to fill up a sink or laundry tray, etc.
8. Pumps must be installed in accordance with the National Electrical Code and all applicable local codes and ordinances. Pumps are not to be installed in locations classified as hazardous in accordance with National Electric Code, ANSI, NFPA 70.

Pre-Installation

APPLICATION

This Sump and Effluent Pump is designed for sump and effluent applications. Use this pump only for pumping water.
This pump has not been tested or approved for use in swimming pools or in salt-water marine areas. It is also not engineered to be run continuously as a “fountain” or “waterfall” pump.

TOOLS REQUIRED

• Flathead Screwdriver

• Phillips Screwdrive

• Hand Hacksaw or PVC Cutter

• Wrench

• Tape Measure

• Safety goggles

• Thread Tape

• Cable Ties

• Pipe Wrench

• Channel Locks

MATERIALS REQUIRED (NOT INCLUDED)

• 1-1/2 in. or 2 in. discharge pipe

• 1-1/2 in. or 2 in. check valve

• 1-1/2 in. or 2 in. 90°elbow

• 1-1/2 in. or 2 in. Gate valve

• 1-1/2 in. Male Terminal Adaptor

PACKAGE CONTENTS

SPI05008TPK

SPI07508TPK

Reducer Male Adaptor

D| Power cable clamp
E| Clamp power cord

SPECIFICATIONS

Installation

CAUTION: Always use the handle to lift the pump. Never use the power cord to lift the pump. To avoid skin burns, unplug the pump and allow time for it to cool after periods of extended use.

Recommended Installation For All Applications

1. Electrical wiring and protection must be in accordance with governing electrical codes.
2. Install proper PUMP (combination union and check valve), preferably just above the basin to allow easy removal of the pump for cleaning or repair. If high head or below-cover installation is required, use 1-1/2″ (DN40) pipe, 2″ (DN50) pipe.
3. All installations require a basin cover to prevent debris from falling into the basin and to prevent injury.
4. When a PUMP is installed, drill a 3/16″ (5 mm) diameter hole in the discharge pipe even with the top of the pump. NOTE: THE HOLE MUST ALSO BE BELOW THE BASIN COVER AND CLEANED PERIODICALLY. (High Head unit see “Caution” on front page). Water stream will be visible from this hole when pump is operating.
5. Securely tape or clamp power cord to discharge pipe, clear of the float mechanism(s).
6. Use a discharge pipe equivalent in diameter to the pump’s discharge.
7. Basin must be in accordance with governing codes and specifications.
8. Pump must be level and float mechanism(s) clear of sides of basin before starting pump.
9. Basin must be clean and free of debris after installation.
10. Gate valve, shut-off valve, or ball valve to be supplied by installer and installed according to any and all codes.
11. Locate float switches as shown in sketches. The best place for the “off” point is above the motor housing and positioned 180°from the inlet. Never put “off” point below discharge on pump
12. Gas-tight seals are required to contain gases and odors.
13. Vent gases and odors to the atmosphere through vent pipe. Must comply with local codes but not required for dewatering.
    

All installations must comply with all applicable electrical and plumbing codes, including, but not limited to, National Electrical Code, local, regional, and/or state plumbing codes, etc. Not intended for use in hazardous locations.

Tethered Switch Installation

Determining Pumping Range in Inches (1 inch = 2.5 cm)

Use only as a guide. Due to weight of cable, pumping range above horizontal is not equal to pumping range below horizontal. Ranges are based on testing in nonturbulent conditions. Range may vary due to water temperature and cord shape. As tether length increases, so does the variance of the pumping range.

A float switch is included and factory-wired in the pump circuit to provide automatic operation once the float switch is secured properly to the outlet pipe. Use the diagram above to secure the float switch properly and obtain the proper tether to customize the on-off cycle to each application.

Note: Failure to keep within proper tether limits may prevent reliable switch operation.
Note: Cable must be mounted in horizontal position.

Operation

WARNING: Do not handle this pump or plug in or unplug this pump with wet hands or while standing in water, unless you are certain all power has been turned off to the pump. Remember, the pump should be connected only to a properly grounded, GFCI outlet.

1. Make certain the pump is submerged in water. Running the pump dry can damage the shaft seal.

2. Plug the pump power cord plug into the back of the float switch cord’s plug. Plug the float switch cord plug into a 115V GFCI power outlet.

3. After connecting power to the pump, test the pump:
   a. Fill the basin to above the float switch operation ON Height. The pump should start pumping.
   b. The pump should pump the water down to below its float switch operation OFF Height and then stop pumping.
   c. If the water drains back into the basin and restarts the pump, make sure the check valve is properly installed and working. Also make sure that all pipe connections are tight.

4. The motor is equipped with an automatically resetting thermal overload protector. If the motor gets too hot, the overload protector will shut off the pump before it is damaged. When the motor has cooled sufficiently, the overload protector will reset, and the motor will restart.

NOTICE: If the overload protector stops the pump repeatedly, disconnect the power from the pump and check to find the problem. Low voltage, a long extension cord, clogged impeller, screen blocked by debris, or water that is too hot can cause motor overheating.

Care and Cleaning

CAUTION: Always use the handle to lift the pump. Never use the power cord to lift the pump. To avoid skin burns, unplug the pump and allow time for it to cool after periods of extended use.

Do

1. Read all installation material with the unit.
2. Inspect unit for any visible damage caused by shipping. Contact dealer if unit appears to be damaged.
3. Remove all debris from the basin. Be sure that the pump will have a hard, level surface beneath it.
4. Be sure that the area is large enough to allow proper clearance for the level control switch(es) to operate properly.
5. Always Disconnect Pump From Power Source Before Handling. Always connect to a separately protected and properly grounded circuit.
6. Install a check valve and a union in the discharge line.
7. Review all applicable governing codes and verify that the installation conforms to each of them.
8. Test pump immediately after installation to be sure the system is working properly.
9. Consider a two-pump system with an alarm where an installation may become overloaded or primary pump failure would result in property damages.
10. Consider a D.C. Backup System where a sump or dewatering pump is necessary for the prevention of property damages from flooding due to A.C. power disruptions, mechanical or electrical problems or system overloading.
11. Inspect and test system for proper operations at least every 3 months.

Do Not

1. DO NOT install on sand, gravel or dirt.
2. DO NOT ever cut, splice, or damage power cord (Only splice in a watertight junction box).
3. DO NOT carry or lift pump by its power cord.
4. DO NOT use an extension cord.
5. DO   NOT use a discharge pipe smaller than the pump discharge.
6. DO NOT utilize this unit for pumping gasoline or other hazardous liquids.

To clean a pump clogged with debris:

• Before removing pump from basin for service, always disconnect electrical power to pump and control switch.
• Submerge pump in a disinfectant solution (bleach) for at least one hour before disassembling pump.
• Unscrew the bolts, and remove the volute.
• Use a flathead screwdriver to hold the shaft, then turn the impeller counter clockwise to release the impeller.
• Remove debris from around the shaft and on/under the impeller.
• Reassemble the pump.

Troubleshooting

1. The fuse is blown.
2. The breaker is tripped.
3. The plug is disconnected.
4. The plug is corroded.
5. There is thermal overload.
6. The switch failed.
7. The motor failed.

|

1. Replace the fuse.
2. Reset the breaker.
3. Secure the plug.
4.  Clean the plug prongs.
5. Unplug for 30 minutes and then plug in again.
6. Replace the switch.
7. Replace the pump.

The pump operates but pumps little or no water.|

1. The screen is blocked.
2. Debris is caught in the impeller or discharge.
3. The impeller is loose on the shaft or the impeller is broken.

|

1. Clean the screen.
2. Remove the debris.
3. Reassemble the impeller or replace the impeller.

The pump starts and stops too often.|

1. There is a backflow of water from the piping or the check valve is leaking.
2. The float switch is stuck.

|

1. Install a check valve or replace the check valve.
2. Clean the float switch rod to make sure the float moves up and down freely.

The pump will not shut off.|

1.  The switch is tangled.
2.  The float switch is faulty..
3. The float is obstructed.

|

1. Reposition the pump and make sure the switch moves freely.
2. Replace the switch.
3. Remove the obstruction.

Drop in head and/or capacity after a period of use.|

1. Clogged line or check valve. Abrasive material and adverse chemicals could possibly deteriorate impeller and pump housing.

|

1. Check line. DON’T pump adverse chemicals

Warranty

K2 Pumps Limited Warranty

WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS
This Limited Warranty is effective September 1, 2020 and replaces all undated warranties dated prior to September 1, 2020.

K2 Pumps (K2) warrants to the original consumer purchaser (You) that its products are free from original defects in material and workmanship for at least one year (warranty varies depending on model; see box or K2 website for specific warranty information) from the date of purchase (the Warranty Period). Repair Parts and Accessories are warranted for 90 days from the date of purchase. During the Warranty Period, K2 will repair or replace, at no cost to you, products that have been examined by K2 and found to be defective in materials or workmanship.

Do not return product to the retail store.
For technical support and parts, call K2 Customer Service at844-242-2475

WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER

This Warranty does not cover use of the product in a non-residential application, improper installation and/or maintenance of the product, damage due to misuse, acts of God, nature, vandalism or other acts beyond control of K2, owner’s acts or omissions, use outside the country in which the product was initially purchased and resale of the product by the original owner. This warranty does not cover pick up, delivery, transportation or house calls. However, if you mail your product to a K2 Sales and Service Center for warranty service, cost of shipping will be paid one way. This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside of the United States, including its territories and possessions, outside of U.S. Military Exchange and outside of Canada. This warranty does not cover products purchased from a party that is not an authorized retailer, dealer or distributor of K2 products.

OTHER IMPORTANT TERMS

This warranty is not transferable and may not be assigned. This Warranty shall be governed and construed under laws of the state of Michigan. The Warranty Period will not be extended by any replacement or repair performed under this Warranty. THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED BY K2. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT WILL K2 BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR NATURE TO OWNER OR ANY PARTY CLAIMING THROUGH OWNER WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, TORT, OR STRICT PRODUCTS LIABLITY OR ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER. Some states do not allow for the exclusion of consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

GP Enterprises Co., Ltd. 1436 Brook Drive, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Phone:844-242-2475 / Web: www.K2Pumps.com

Please register your pump now at
www.K2pumps.com

References

• K2 Pumps — Dependable solutions for your residential water needs

Read User Manual Online (PDF format)

Download This Manual (PDF format)

Download this manual  >>