PHCC Pro Series DFC2 Deluxe Dual Float Controller - Manual (Page 2)

Warranty
GLENTRONICS, INC. warrants to the end purchaser that its switch and control unit products are free from defective materials and workmanship for the periods indicated below:
All parts and labor (excluding installation) for a period of:
• 1 year from the date of purchase, when purchased individually for use with another brand of pump
• 3 years from the date of purchase, when purchased with the PHCC Pro Series S3 Series pumps
• 5 years from the date of purchase, when purchased with the PHCC Pro Series S5 Series pumps
The defective product must be returned directly to the factory, postage prepaid with the original bill of sale or receipt to the address listed below. GLENTRONICS, INC., at its option, will
either repair or replace the product and return it postage prepaid.
Conditions
The unit must be shipped, freight prepaid, or delivered to GLENTRONICS, INC. to provide the services described hereunder in either its original carton and inserts, or a similar package
affording an equal degree of protection.
The unit must not have been previously altered, repaired or serviced by anyone other than GLENTRONICS, INC., or its agent; the serial number on the unit must not have been altered or
removed; the unit must not have been subject to accident, misuse, abuse or operated contrary to the instructions contained in the accompanying manual.
The dealer's dated bill of sale, or installers invoice must be retained as evidence of the date of purchase and to establish warranty eligibility.
This warranty does not cover product problems resulting from handling liquids hotter than 104 degrees Fahrenheit, handling inflammable liquids, solvents, strong chemicals or severe abrasive
solutions; user abuse; misuse, neglect, improper maintenance, commercial or industrial use; improper connection or installation, damages caused by lightning strikes; excessive surges in AC
line voltage; water damage to the controller; other acts of nature, or failure to operate in accordance with the enclosed written instructions.
GLENTRONICS, INC. WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES ON THIS PRODUCT. SOME
STATES DO NOT ALLOW FOR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGE. THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY SHALL BE
EXCLUSIVE AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WRITTEN OR ORAL, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS CUSTOMER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, OR OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY NOT EXCLUDED HEREIN, SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT.
For information or service contact:
Glentronics, Inc., 645 Heathrow Drive, Lincolnshire, IL 60069 800-991-0466
Model No. DFC2 Serial No. _________________________________________ Purchase Date _________________________
*Consult a licensed electrician.
If the above solutions do not solve the problem, contact Glentronics customer service 800-991-0466, option 3.
Troubleshooting
(Always unplug the pump from the controller before performing any maintenance)
Pump is not plugged in
Water is not high enough to activate the pump
Open circuit
Poor power source
Low voltage
Bad power cable
Locked impeller
Defective float switch
Defective pump
Locked impeller
Incorrect power supply
Overburdened due to heavy sand content in the water
Pump running continuously with no water present
Float switch mounted too low
Water flowing back from pipe
Malfunctioning float switch
Clogged or frozen discharge
Blocked intake strainer
One or both of the floats is obstructed and
cannot drop down
Defective float switch
Check valve installed with no air bleed hole in
pipe or pump
Check valve is stuck or installed upside down
Check valve on secondary pump will not close
and water re-circulates within the system
Worn impeller
Partially blocked impeller
Clogged or frozen discharge
Broken or leaking pipe
Low power voltage
Check valve installed with no air bleed hole in
pipe or pump
Check valve is stuck or installed upside down
Pump is air locked
Check valve on secondary pump will not close
and water re-circulates within the system
Blocked intake screen
Broken impeller
Pump is experiencing an anti air lock safety
feature
The pump will not start or run
Thermal protector tripping or
not functioning
Pump starts and stops too
frequently
Pump will not shut off
Insufficient or no water
volume
Abnormal sound or vibration
Pump unexpectedly turns off
for 5 seconds
Plug pump in properly (see instructions)
Make sure float switch is positioned properly
Check circuit breaker or fuse, and GFI reset button
Check circuit line wires and cable*
Check line wires and source voltage*
Replace with new cable*
Remove strainer and clear obstruction
Replace float switch with new float switch
Replace pump with new pump
Remove strainer and clear obstruction
Check power supply source and voltage
Use water filter or replace with a higher wattage pump
Check float switch
Raise float switch
Install or replace check valve
Replace float switch with new float switch
Clear blockage or thaw frozen line
Clear debris from intake strainer
Clear debris from inside the float cage (Loosen nut on top of float, then
remove c-clip on bottom of float. Remove debris. Tighten nut on top of
float, then replace c-clip on bottom of float.) When reassembling the float,
the magnetic strip on the inside of the float should be facing down.
Replace float switch with new float switch
An air bleed hole of 3/16” (4.76mm) needs to be drilled in the discharge
pipe below the check valve and pit cover
Reverse or replace check valve. Make sure the check valve is installed with
the flow arrow pointing up and out of the pit.
Replace the check valve on the secondary pump
Replace impeller & adjust spacing between impeller and cover
Remove strainer and clear obstruction
Clear blockage or thaw frozen line
Repair piping
Check power voltage, wires and cable condition
An air bleed hole of 3/16” (4.76mm) needs to be drilled in the discharge
pipe below the check valve and pit cover
Reverse or replace the check valve. Be sure check valve is installed with
flow arrow pointing up and out of the pit
Remove debris from the air bleed hole
Replace the check valve on the secondary pump
Clear debris from intake screen
Replace impeller with new one
Pump is frequently cycling on and off. The controller has a safety feature
that turns the pump off for 5 seconds if it detects a possible air lock. This
is normal. No action is required.
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