Burcam 300526 1/2HP 115V EFFLUENT PUMP VERTICAL SWITCH C.I. /S. STEEL - Manual (Page 4)

STEP 2 Assuming that you have a sump pit located in your basement floor... Your sump pit
may be constructed from concrete, brick, tile or more recently a sump basin made
from plastic and/or fiberglass. The minimum size of your sump pit should be 18”
in diameter and no less than 5” deep. When pit is ready, proceed to next step.
EFFLUENT PUMP APPLICATION
(See diagram on page 5)
STEP 3 At this step, you have the opportunity to install a 1 1/2” or a 1 1/4” discharge. We
recommend a 1 1/2” ABS/DWV discharge. Install a check valve (350362 in-line
1 1/2” or 350353 1 1/4” MNPT inlet and 1 1/4” or 1 1/2” outlet) over discharge
pipe of your pump and secure it with stainless steel clamps or glued nipple
for ABS/DWV pipe. This check valve will allow easy access to pump, should
service be required.
STEP 4 Install and position your submersible sump pump in the centre of your sump pit
or basin and ensure that there is clearance to allow the mechanical float switch
a free working area without obstructions (pipe, pit’s wall, power cord). The float
cord length is factory set and should not need adjustment. If adjustment is
required, the switch cord can be shorted or lengthed.
STEP 5 Install your discharge pipe from check valve to the point of discharge or drain.
For installation over 50 feet of horizontal position discharge pipe, use a 2” pipe
to reduce friction loss.
STEP 6 The mechanical switch provided with your pump is supplied with a serial electrical
male plug. Fix the power cord of the pump into the piggy-back receptacle of the
switch and plug this one into electrical grounded outlet. We recommend that a
licensed electrician be employed to do wiring. Permanently ground the motor in
accordance to the electrical codes for your area. Do not use an extension cord
to connect your pump to the power source. From your distribution panel to the
receptacle, we recommend a wire gauge not smaller than 14 gauge. Use tape
or tie wrap to fix power cords to discharge pipe.
STEP 7 Fill the sump pit or basin with water to test the operation of your submersible
sump pump. The motor should start when the water level reaches approximately
3” over your pump. Allow the pump to go through several “on-off” cycle to assure
satisfactory operation. If needed, see trouble shooting guide in this manual.
STEP 8 Review your installation with typical diagram. Check all connections for leaks.
MAINTENANCE:
Unplug the switch and pump motor power cord. Remove the pump from pit or basin.
Remove trash accumulation and dirt from the pump and float switch. Be sure the float
switch operates freely after cleaning. If tar or paint has been received in the pit or basin,
use kerosene to remove residue from float switch or pump. Do not use strong paint
solvents.
Remove the screws that hold the strainer or the base to the bottom of the pump body. Pry
the base off the pump body carefully. Clean the impeller and volute passage way from
any debris wich may have become in contact with these parts. Again, If tar or paint has
entered pump, clean with kerosene. Do not use strong paint solvents. Be sure impeller
turns freely after cleaning.
Check and clean away any debris wich may be clogging the suction inlet, pump discharge,
check valve and discharge line.
Replace screws and return sump pump to sump pit or basin and reconnect to piping.