Blue Angel Pumps EC50 - Manual

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Self-Priming Portable
Utility Pump
Please read and save these instructions. Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install, operate or
maintain the product described. Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information. Failure to
comply with instructions could result in personal injury and/or property damage! Retain instructions for
future reference.
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Description
This self-priming portable utility pump is
designed to be used as a transfer pump
for such applications as emptying water
heaters, swimming pools, livestock tanks,
boats, etc. Pump can also be used for an
intermittent pressure boost for applica-
tions such as washing cars, cleaning dri-
veways, etc. The motor is air cooled; it is
not designed to operate under water.
NOTE: This pump is not intended for
permanent installation or long, extend-
ed periods of continuous operation.
Safety Guidelines
This manual contains information that is
very important to know and understand.
This information is provided for SAFETY
and to PREVENT EQUIPMENT PROB-
LEMS. To help recognize this informa-
tion, observe the following symbols.
Danger indicates
an imminently haz-
ardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Warning indicates
a potentially haz-
ardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Caution indicates a
potentially haz-
ardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
Notice indicates
important informa-
tion, that if not followed, may cause
damage to equipment.
Operating Instructions and Parts Manual EC50
General Safety
Information
Do not submerge
motor or allow
motor to be exposed to water. Personal
injury and/or death could result.
Do not use to pump flam-
mable or explosive fluids
such as gasoline, fuel oil,
kerosene, etc. Do not use in
a flammable and/or explosive atmos-
phere. Pump should only be used to
pump clear water. Personal injury and/or
death could result.
Risk of electrical
shock. All wiring
must be performed by a qualified electri-
cian.
Do not walk on wet areas
until all power is turned
off. Failure to follow this
warning could result in
fatal electrical shock.
1. Read all instructions before
operation.
2. Disconnect power and release all
pressure within the system before
servicing any component.
3. Drain all liquids from system before
servicing.
Secure the dis-
charge line before
starting the pump. An unsecured dis-
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charge line may whip. Personal injury
and/or property damage could result.
4. Periodically inspect pump and sys-
tem components, checking for
weak and/or worn hoses. Insure all
connections are secure.
5. Provide a means of pressure relief
in the case of an obstructed dis-
charge line.
6. Protect electrical cord from sharp
objects, hot surfaces, oil and chemi-
cals. Avoid kinking the cord and
replace damaged cords immediately.
Installation
Always disconnect power
source before attempting
to install, service, or main-
tain the pump. Never han-
dle a pump with wet hands or when
standing on wet or damp surface or in
water. Fatal electrical shock could occur.
1. A ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) is required.
Risk of fatal electrical
shock! This pump is sup-
plied with a grounding
conductor and grounding
type attachment plug. A grounded
receptacle in conformance with current
NEC and local codes must be used (See
Figure 1).
Specifications
Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Single Phase - 120V, 60 Hz, 8,000 RPM . . . .Horsepower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1/2 HP
Motor . . . . . . . . .Series Wound (brush type) AC/DC Operation . . . .Inlet/Outlet Openings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3/4” NPT
Impeller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SAN . . . .Pump Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cast iron
Motor Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cast iron . . . .Motor Shaft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cold rolled steel
Shaft and Volute Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Buna-N . . . .Motor Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Permanently lubricated
Maximum Fluid Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120˚F . . . .
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