ECO-FLO BSUP Battery Powered Submersible Utility Pump Owner’s Manual

Owner’s Manual
Battery Powered
Submersible Utility Pump

STOP Before you start
A sump pump is an electrical device designed to operate in inherently wet environments.
ALWAYS USE EXTREME CAUTION
when installing or maintaining this product!
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GENERAL SAFETY

Important Safety Instructions
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this manual and on the pump.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during the installation, operation, and maintenance of the product.
Save this manual for future reference.
Safety Labels
**** This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your pump or in this manual, look for one of the following signal words and be alert to the potential for personal injury!

**DANGER   Indicates a hazard that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a hazard that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION Indicates a hazard that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates practices not related to personal injury. Keep safety labels in good condition. Replace missing or damaged safety labels. Indicates a hazard that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
** Indicates a hazard that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION Indicates a hazard that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates practices not related to personal injury.
Keep safety labels in good condition. Replace missing or damaged safety labels.

CAUTION Risk of burns. Do not touch an operating motor. Motors are designed to operate at high temperatures.  To avoid burns when servicing the pump, allow it to cool for 20 minutes after shut-down before handling.
Do not allow the pump or any system component to freeze. To do so will void the warranty.
Pump water only with this pump.
Periodically inspect pump and system components.
Wear safety glasses at all times when working on pumps.
WARNING Risk of explosion. The pump body may explode if used as a booster pump.

APPLICATIONS

Ideal for High-Volume Water Removal from Basement Sump Pits and Window Wells

SPECIFICATIONS & PERFORMANCE

Model| HP| Volt| Amps| Capacity(GPH at 0’)| Max Head| Construction| Impeller| House Length
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
BSUP| Jan-55| 4.5 DC| 3| 138| 2.7’| Thermoplastic| Thermoplastic| 42”

DESCRIPTION

This pump is a compact, submersible pump. It is extremely handy around the dock, the house, or the farm. And, it’s ideal for removing water from dinghies, inflatable, paddle boats, and kayaks.
This pump will lift water to a maximum height of 2.7 feet and pump in excess of 138 gallons per hour with fresh batteries.
The pump is made of high-impact plastic. It is completely portable and ready for use when 3 “D” size alkaline batteries are installed (batteries not included). It comes complete with a 42” hose and a male hose fitting for attachment to your garden hose.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT: To avoid airlock (flow stoppage), submerge the pump in water before turning it on. If the pump must be turned on before being submerged, it may take 10-30seconds for the water to begin to flow (allowing the pump to clear the airlock).

1. To install batteries, remove the top cover of the pump by turning the handle counter-clockwise (See Figure1). Unplug the wire leads and remove the battery retainer (See Figure 2 detail). Insert three (3) alkaline “D” size batteries in position as indicated on the battery retainer. Replace battery retainer, re-attach wire leads and lock the cover in place (wire leads are different sizes to prevent improper wiring). The pump is completely portable and ready for use when batteries are installed.
2. Place the pump into the water at the deepest point possible. Make sure the pump is located in an area free of debris to avoid clogging. With the bottom filter plate attached, the pump will sink. If you want the pump to float, remove the bottom plate by removing the four screws. The pump will then naturally float in an upright position. NOTE: floating the pump is desired when you wish to pump out an area that has debris at the bottom. See Step 1 under servicing instructions. Some possible uses are: emptying the aquarium without picking up aquarium gravel; filling Livewell with the same water as being fished; pumping out pools or reservoirs of greater depth than the pump hose length and pumping out the basement sump reservoir to avoid sludge at the bottom. IMPORTANT: keep the pump tethered to prevent it from floating out of reach.
3. To start the pump, push the switch located directly below the cover. Hold the pump in position until the water begins flowing out of the hose. Check frequently to be sure water is flowing properly and the pump is free from debris.
4. If water is flowing slowly, check the hose for kinks or debris. Turn the pump off if it is necessary to remove debris. To remove debris, simply remove the pump from the water and turn it upside down, looking for obvious obstructions. If further inspection is necessary, consult servicing instructions.
   NOTE: After use, always flush the pump thoroughly with fresh clean water, especially after pumping sea water or chlorine-treated water.

BATTERY & PUMP TIPS

1. Install fresh, name-brand alkaline batteries in this pump. While they may cost a bit more, tests have shown that they will run this pump continuously for up to 5 hours, while standard “D” batteries will only last a 1/2 hour or less.
2. Remove batteries from the pump when they are discharged or if the pump will be stored for an extended period. Discharged batteries occasionally leak, which will destroy the electrical circuit of the pump.
3. Dispose of used batteries in a safe place. Follow battery manufacturers ’ recommendations. Do not burn them because they can explode. Do not throw in lakes, streams, or rivers.
4. Keep the inside of the pump dry at all times. If it does get wet inside, dry it immediately. A hairdryer held 12”(30.48cm) away works well. Make certain the cover is tight before immersing the pump. Keep the o-ring lubricated with petroleum jelly.

SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING

OUT DEBRIS AND HOSE PLACEMENT

1. Turn the pump upside down and remove the filter screen by removing the four screws with a Phillips screwdriver. Remove all debris.

2. Remove the impeller chamber cap by removing all four screws. Remove all possible debris (See Fig 3).
   NOTE: the correct rotation of the impeller is counterclockwise when viewing from the bottom of the pump. If the impeller rotates clockwise, or not at all, check the batteries for correct insertion.

3. When replacing the hose, remove the impeller chamber cap (See Step 2 above). Remove existing hose and thread replacement hose clockwise through the hose opening in the pump housing.

4. Place the end of the hose to the end of the ribbed section of the impeller chamber (See Figure 2). Make sure there are no kinks in the hose.

5. To keep the hose in place, brace the hose with your thumb just outside the impeller chamber. Replace the impeller chamber cover and secure it by bracing your thumb on top of it. Replace and install screws. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

6. Replace the filter screen by lining up the screw holes with the screw posts and the notch in the screen with the V-shaped protrusion in the pump housing. Replace and install screws.
   DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

WARNING This pump is intended for pumping water only. Do not use to pump gasoline, diesel fuels or chemicals of any kind. Fluids other than water may destroy this pump and /or create a fire hazard. This portable pump is not intended for permanent installation in a bilge or sump area. It should not be used in situations where the risk of personal injury or property damage could result from pump or battery failure. Do not use any power source other than three “D” size alkaline batteries to power the pump. Do not attempt to recharge batteries while installed in this product.
NOTE: To conserve batteries, you may use a siphon action (see Figure 4). The discharge end of the hose must be below the water level. To completely drain water, it must be below the lowest water level. With the pump and hose as shown, turn the pump on until water flows, then turn the pump off. Water will continue to flow but at a slower rate. This method can also increase the pumping rate with the pump turned on.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST

fully or partially clogged. Remove pump and clean.
• Pump is air-locked. Check for a clogged vent hole in the pump case.
• Inlet holes in the pump base are clogged. Remove the pump and clean the openings.
• Vertical pumping distance is too high. Reduce distance or change the discharge fittings of the pump.
PUMP RUNS BUT ONLY DELIVERS A SMALL AMOUNT OF WATER| • Pump is air-locked. Check for a clogged vent hole in the pump case.
• Vertical pumping distance is too high. Reduce distance or change the discharge fitting of the pump. Inlet holes in the pump base are clogged.
Remove the pump and clean the strainer and openings.
• Impeller or volute openings are fully or partially clogged.
Remove pump and clean.
• Pump impeller is partially clogged with tar or paint, causing the motor to run slow and overload. Remove pump and clean.
MOTOR RUNS FOR A SHORT TIME, THEN STOPS| • Inlet holes in the pump base are clogged. Remove the pump and clean the openings.
• Pump impeller is partially clogged causing the motor to run slow and overload. Remove pump and clean.
• Motor stator may be defective.
• Impeller or volute openings are fully or partially clogged.
Remove pump and clean. Also, clean the strainer if one is installed.

WARRANTY

Retain Original Purchase Receipt for Warranty Eligibility
Limited Warranty

Manufacturer 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 the manufacturer’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 services to perform well. This limited warranty does not cover repair when normal use has exhausted the life of a part of the equipment.
The original purchase receipt and product warranty information label are required to determine warranty eligibility. Eligibility is based on the purchase date of r original product – not the date of replacement under warranty. The warranty is limited to repair or replacement of originally purchased product only, not replacement product (i.e. one warranty replacement allowed per purchase).
Purchaser pays all removal, installation, labor, shipping, and incidental charges.
Claims made under this warranty shall be made by returning the product to the retail outlet where it was purchased or to the factory immediately after the discovery or any alleged defect. The manufacturer 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.
General Terms and Conditions; Limitations of Remedies
You must pay all labor and shipping charges necessary to replace the product covered by this warranty. This warranty does not apply to the following: (1) acts of God; (2) products which, in manufacturer’s sole judgment, 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 the manufacturer’s sole obligation and the purchaser’s exclusive remedy for defective products.
THE MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONTINGENT DAMAGES WHATSOEVER. THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND  IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE FOREGOING LIMITED 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.

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