Pumps with an S in the model number also include an auxiliary high-water level, switch. 0000175483 00000 n Like any piece of small equipment with moving parts the more you take care of it the less likely it is to break down. 0000176125 00000 n When a pump is in its application, do not touch the motor, pipes, or water until the unit is unplugged or electrically, If the power disconnect is out of sight, lock it in the open, position and tag it to prevent unexpected application of, If the disconnect panel is not accessible, contact the elec-, Little giant ladder water pump user manual (8 pages), Condensate pump for plenum applications (25 pages), Condensate removal pump for plenum applications (14 pages), Manual will be automatically added to "My Manuals", Water Pump Little Giant VCMA-15 Series Manual, Water Pump Little Giant CURP-20ULS User Manual, Water Pump Little Giant VCMX-20 Installation Manual, Water Pump Little Giant VMC-1 Owner's Manual, Water Pump Little Giant VCMX Series Owner's Manual, Water Pump Little Giant VCCA-20-P Owner's Manual, Water Pump Little Giant VCCA-20ULS Owner's Manual, Water Pump Little Giant VCC-20-P Owner's Manual, Water Pump Little Giant APCP-1700 User Manual, Water Pump Little Giant 5-md-sc Insctruction Manual, Water Pump Little Giant 2-MDQ-SC User Manual, Water Pump Little Giant 5.5-ASP Instruction Manual, Water Pump Little Giant OPWG SERIES User Manual. hb```b``/c`g`y Bl@Q gV&2w?difaxG z \oPR!^g|>iu0bfx^V)yr67Nv>Y*D(6%JNmyOMeN 0000197001 00000 n Clean float; a dirty float could be too heavy to operate correctly. Refer to High Water I Pvol Switch Connection on page 4. Great posting - my 85yr old Chicago Bungalow has hot water radiators, but I am WELL acquainted with the need to fix it myself for Oh-So-Many things over the 40yrs I've lived here. Any splice between the pump and the control panel must be made within a junction box and comply with the National Electrical Code. It depends on whether it's hardwired or plugged in. It was all wet but the pipe from the furnace wasnt aimed correctly. The pump should be connected or wired to its own circuit, with no other electric receptacles or equipment in the circuit. There are two options for connecting the high-level switch: Place the included Attention Service Technician label in a visible location. Electrical ConnectionsConnect the power cord to a constant source of power matching the pump nameplate voltage. Remove the tank. s8rJ>'n>Y[>o Wpv9?odRp~z+s]ujcNlXw{'L'uP+lwxN,O;L8e&9 eo~=Uy**A=4}[S;q_s<2UBSk{iI3Ub_ssU\eXI;80YFr*'0i:eF:4jf+p)c6@uPJ/8JE,]J .*72;+pOV~@+uR9Z&` +xFv>5FXN` The high-level switch should shut off the A/C unit or signal an alarm in this condition if connected to the circuit correctly. I Still Have Nothing in My Antique Hardware Cabinet Drawers. Newer homes usually have a drain in the basement near the furnace, so you don't need a condensate pump. Expedited Shipping Available - Shipping rates calculated at Checkout. This equipment should be installed and serviced by technically, qualified personnel who are familiar with the correct selection, and use of appropriate tools, equipment, and procedures. Risk of damage to the pump or other equipment. Remove the marettes (the twist on caps over wire connections) and untwist the blue, brown and green wires. Silly I know, but always make sure that you have power and that you aren't just dealing with a blown fuse, tripped breaker or a plug that's come loose. Yes, in the furnace area also. Risk of severe injury or death by electrical shock. If your furnace is in your attic that's even more dangerous with the potential for your ceiling below caving in. %PDF-1.4 % Then, turn down and route to a suitable drain at a point below or approximately level with the bottom of the pump, if possible. Remove the clear vinyl discharge tube from the pump. So glad you are back to share your knowledge. The pump has plugs for the top to keep anything from falling into the pump reservoir. 0000004629 00000 n 0000000016 00000 n Do not confuse these wires with the line voltage power conductors. Furnace or A/C leaking water underneath it? endstream endobj 196 0 obj <> endobj 197 0 obj <>stream Check to see if the discharge tube itself is clogged. 0000010847 00000 n 1" off of each of the wires (the blue, brown and green) and twist each one tightly. lwjYzf5LA3hY "~wb mj5nqy xa>L=:S^T$Xx~>6=_J"|?%P] jATA|?Q4^gP)I, _a Some pumps are supplied with a grounding conductor and grounding-type attachment plug. 0000003173 00000 n 0000003882 00000 n Get helpful tips and buying advice from our experts.\"}]},{\"URL\":\"pumps\\\/water-pumps-on-sale.html\",\"displayText\":\"Specials\",\"sectionLinks\":{\"columns\":\"6\",\"linkItems\":[{\"URL\":null,\"imageURL\":null,\"displayText\":\"\"}]},\"subCategories\":[]}],\"USP\":[{\"URL\":\"stories\\\/484-How-To-Get-Free-Shipping-On-Water-Pumps.html\",\"className\":\"icon-nav-usp-shipping\",\"displayText\":\"Free Shipping\"},{\"URL\":\"stories\\\/776-Top-Rated-and-Best-Selling-Water-Pumps.html\",\"className\":\"icon-nav-usp-knowledge\",\"displayText\":\"Expert Recommendations\"},{\"URL\":\"stories\\\/1272-How-to-Finance-Your-Water-Pump.html\",\"className\":\"icon-nav-usp-financing\",\"displayText\":\"Financing\"}]}","siteLinkJSON":"{\"Resources\":{\"How to Library\":{\"href\":\"how-to-library.php\",\"title\":\"Water Pumps Direct How-To Library\"},\"Product Reviews\":{\"href\":\"reviews.php\",\"title\":\"Customer Reviews on Water Pumps Direct Products\"},\"Recommendations\":{\"href\":\"stories\\\/776-Top-Rated-and-Best-Selling-Water-Pumps.html\",\"title\":\"Product Recommendations\"},\"Weekly Specials\":{\"href\":\"pumps\\\/water-pumps-on-sale.html\",\"title\":\"Weekly Water Pumps Direct Specials\"},\"Manuals\":{\"href\":\"stories\\\/394-How-to-Access-Old-Water-Pump-Manuals.html\",\"title\":\"Manual Lookup\"},\"Service Centers\":{\"href\":\"stories\\\/418-How-to-Find-a-Service-Center-For-Your-Water-Pump.html\",\"title\":\"Service Centers\"},\"Technical Support\":{\"href\":\"stories\\\/430-How-to-Find-Tech-Support-For-Your-Water-Pump.html\",\"title\":\"Technical Support\"}},\"Account\":{\"My Account\":{\"href\":\"account.php\",\"title\":\"Login to My Account\"},\"Email Preferences\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.powerequipmentdirect.com\\\/newsletter_removal.php\",\"title\":\"Email Preferences\"}},\"Customer Service\":{\"Help Center\":{\"href\":\"contact_us.php\",\"title\":\"Help Center\"},\"Return Policy\":{\"href\":\"returns.php\",\"title\":\"Return Policy\"},\"Shipping Policy\":{\"href\":\"stories\\\/520-How-to-Easily-Unload-a-Water-Pump.html\",\"title\":\"Shipping Policy\"},\"Track Order\":{\"href\":\"ordertracking.php\",\"title\":\"Order Tracking\"},\"Accessibility\":{\"href\":\"stories\\\/1779-Our-Commitment-to-Accessibility.html\",\"title\":\"Accessibility\"}},\"About Us\":{\"Our Story\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.powerequipmentdirect.com\\\/stories\\\/1982-How-We-Make-Buying-Technical-Products-Simple.html\",\"title\":\"Water Pumps Direct's Story\"},\"Careers\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.powerequipmentdirect.com\\\/stories\\\/1924-Job-Openings.html\",\"title\":\"Careers @ Power Equipment Direct\"},\"Newsroom\":{\"href\":\"newsreleases.php\",\"title\":\"Water Pumps Direct News Center\"}},\"Contact Us\":{\"phone\":\"888-455-4681\",\"hours\":{\"0\":\"M-Th: 8-5 CST\",\"1\":\"Fri: 9-5 CST\",\"2\":\"Sat: Closed\",\"3\":\"Sun: Closed\"}}}","storeLinkJSON":"{\"Air Compressors Direct\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.aircompressorsdirect.com\\\/\",\"title\":\"Air Compressors Direct\"},\"Chain Saws Direct\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.chainsawsdirect.com\\\/\",\"title\":\"Chain Saws Direct\"},\"Chippers Direct\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.chippersdirect.com\\\/\",\"title\":\"Chippers Direct\"},\"eComfort\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.ecomfort.com\\\/\",\"title\":\"eComfort\"},\"Electric Generators Direct\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.electricgeneratorsdirect.com\\\/\",\"title\":\"Electric Generators Direct\"},\"Leaf Blowers Direct\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.leafblowersdirect.com\\\/\",\"title\":\"Leaf Blowers Direct\"},\"Log Splitters Direct\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.logsplittersdirect.com\\\/\",\"title\":\"Log Splitters Direct\"},\"Mowers Direct\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.mowersdirect.com\\\/\",\"title\":\"Mowers Direct\"},\"Power Equipment Direct\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.powerequipmentdirect.com\\\/\",\"title\":\"Power Equipment Direct\"},\"Pressure Washers Direct\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.pressurewashersdirect.com\\\/\",\"title\":\"Pressure Washers Direct\"},\"Snow Blowers Direct\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.snowblowersdirect.com\\\/\",\"title\":\"Snow Blowers Direct\"},\"Sump Pumps Direct\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.sumppumpsdirect.com\\\/\",\"title\":\"Sump Pumps Direct\"},\"Water Pumps Direct\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.waterpumpsdirect.com\\\/\",\"title\":\"Water Pumps Direct\"}}","socialLinkJSON":"{\"Facebook\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.facebook.com\\\/WaterPumpsDirect\",\"icon\":\"icon-facebook\",\"title\":\"Facebook\"},\"Twitter\":{\"href\":\"http:\\\/\\\/twitter.com\\\/waterpumpsdirec\",\"icon\":\"icon-twitter\",\"title\":\"Twitter\"},\"Pinterest\":{\"href\":\"http:\\\/\\\/pinterest.com\\\/waterpumpsdirec\\\/\",\"icon\":\"icon-pinterest\",\"title\":\"Pinterest\"},\"YouTube\":{\"href\":\"http:\\\/\\\/www.youtube.com\\\/WaterPumpsDirect\",\"icon\":\"icon-youtube\",\"title\":\"YouTube\"},\"Instagram\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.instagram.com\\\/powerequipmentdirect\\\/\",\"icon\":\"icon-instagram\",\"title\":\"Instagram\"},\"LinkedIn\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.linkedin.com\\\/company\\\/power-equipment-direct\\\/\",\"icon\":\"icon-linkedin\",\"title\":\"LinkedIn\"}}","miscLinkJSON":"{\"Manufacturer Login\":{\"href\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.powerequipmentdirect.com\\\/partnerships\\\/login.php\",\"title\":\"Manufacturer Login\"},\"Terms of Use\":{\"href\":\"terms-of-use.php\",\"title\":\"Terms of Use\"},\"Privacy Policy\":{\"href\":\"privacy.php\",\"title\":\"Privacy Policy\"},\"CA Privacy Rights\":{\"href\":\"privacy.php#californiaPrivacyRights\",\"title\":\"CA Privacy Rights\"},\"copyright\":\" 2022 Power Equipment Direct. Do not disassemble or repair unit unless, Refer to product data plate(s) for additional precautions, operat-, Failure to follow installation or operation procedures and all. Do not allow the tank to overflow during this maintenance. ~ karen! Forcomplete warranty information, refer to www.LittleGiant.com. A dirty float could be too heavy to operate correctly. Remove the tank. 0000009971 00000 n So Im doing this in reverse basically. The pump is controlled by a floatswitch mechanism, which automatically starts and stops the pump.Some models also include a high-water level switch, which opens athermostat circuit when the pump reservoir is full, stopping the productionof condensate. I always love the words young children come up with when they don't know the actual word. Removes condensation from air handlers, boilers & furnaces, Rust-proof and suitable for high-efficiency gas furnaces. Disconnect the drain line(s) by carefully pulling the pump away from the furnace and tubes. Bring the cord through the side of the furnace and in through the back of the electrical box. when standing on a wet or damp surface, or in water. Check pipe for scale or corrosion. Remove any debris or obstruction. 0000233503 00000 n Check local electrical and building codes before installation. Failure to comply with national and local electrical and plumbing codes and within Little Giant recommendations may result in electrical shock or fire hazard, unsatisfactory performance, or equipment failure.Know the products application, limitations, and potential hazards. tions as classified by the NEC, ANSI/NFPA70. And like any small appliance there's gonna come a time when it breaks down. Be sure there are no kinks that would inhibit flow. }SJ]BBGO*JYe4}+optV7 : s%KM?O_.QRPeO*'fiy Pp #.1lp&W6s S$ ()WtA4[! endstream endobj 198 0 obj <> endobj 199 0 obj <> endobj 200 0 obj <> endobj 201 0 obj <> endobj 202 0 obj <> endobj 203 0 obj <>stream HTMo0 Before installing the pump, allow the air conditioner to cycle several times, collecting condensate in a separate container to help flush any residual oils that may remain in the system. These accessories are required to properly setup/install this product. +bj`2NG{# vSk7Rhf=^,dI&75 How to Get Relief From a Hot Pepper Burn Immediately. But Karen, I must tell you that Turkey blasters were renamed nearly 14 years ago by my then 3 year old granddaughter- they are now referred to as sucker uppers.. 0000233403 00000 n 0000233540 00000 n That's easy to prevent by dropping algae preventing tablets into the reservoir. This condensate pump automatically removes condensate water that drips from an air conditioner evaporator, coil, refrigeration equipment coil, condensing furnace, or condensing boiler. Accumulation of debris or build-up on the float. 0000219483 00000 n 0000027019 00000 n The pump can also be mounted on a wall using the mounting slots at each end of the tank. Regularly check hoses for weakness or wear, making certain that all connections are secure. Be sure the floats move freely. I still haven't bought myself one, but I'm tempted. Do not use the power cord for lifting the pump. 0000003847 00000 n %%EOF I have a vcma-20uls. When operating in a gas furnace environment, care must be taken to ensure acidity of condensate does not fall below the average pH of 3.4 (to prevent a localized pocket of acid that acts like a battery causing pitting) by routinely cleaning or flushing tank with freshwater. Route drain pipe(s) downward into one or more pump inlet openings 1 to 3 inches, ensuring no interference with float operation. water level, which operates an external alarm or relay, (purchased separately). This will, The switch can be reconfigured to the NC terminal to. aRviX7oXoo;WR)diz>/w^V]6]a'ogo+G!LsHVLXdsq;fjDo-Dg ZKE4nWtJ:Rtw2n_+{sE1=_}giM+,r97>[\f\~#oWP\\5OAy>TF :1JNf^: I'yO"f#~[ezzCGmJ>Trho-6wi$lRza3K7IK}|fww-2)d)=oz#O8 But I did buy myself a jump start gadget and have tasked Honey-do to draw up a schematic of the Lovely System in case he's not actually one of the Immortals. Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Carbon black (airborne, unbound particles of respirable size) which is known to the State of California to cause Cancer. Remove check valve and inspect for proper operation. In the same day. Failure to do so may cause piping to break, pump to fail, motor bearing failures, etc. Referring to your photo, twist the wires back together in the same manner they came off. It does this over and over again throughout its lifetime. 0000004424 00000 n 0000010450 00000 n startxref 0000021090 00000 n The condensate pump was clearly the culprit -- full to the brim with water. Check to ensure that the pump is level. Schedule and perform routine maintenance as required and in accordance with the Maintenance section of this manual. And its worked out. Im not claiming the pump failed as our furnace didnt have one, but the result was devastating nonetheless. Get your new pump and CUT the plug off of it. Check electrical outlets with a circuit analyzer to ensure power, neutral, and ground wires are properly connected. Do not handle a pump or pump motor with wet hands or when standing on a wet or damp surface, or in water. Your email address will not be published. Either to your furnace or the entire house. It's called a condensate pump because it's literally pumping out condensation (condensate) collected by your furnace. I'm almost certain this is a temporary fix. To inspect and clean the tank and other components, follow these steps: Connect the pump to a dedicated GFCI circuit. Thanks. Strip apx. When the pump is clogged and about to overflow, the safety switch will be triggered to sound an alarm or shut the furnace or air conditioner off completely.If you have a pump without a safety switch, you can buy and install one on your unit. If none of this works it's time to replace the pump. 0000197447 00000 n 's0m&c!5\oy#=^Ta8 GtdE? Something to add to my to do list. I know. Pour some water into the pump to see if it kicks in. How timely! Failure, to comply with national and local electrical and plumbing codes, and within Little Giant recommendations may result in electrical, shock or fire hazard, unsatisfactory performance, or equipment, Know the product's application, limitations, and potential haz-, ards. The pump is controlled by a float. 0000026992 00000 n 0000001756 00000 n Im making a living blogging. And when I have to fix things in my house, you get to learn how to fix them in yours. 00203/20, 2021 Encore Owner's Manual - Optimized PDF 2021 Encore Owner's Manual - Original PDF, 2021 Explorer Owner's Manual - Download [optimized] 2021 Explorer Owner's Manual - Download, Hughes HIRD-D45 Owner Manual - Original PDF Hughes HIRD-D45 Owner Manual - Optimized PDF. The condensate pump's sole purpose in life is to take condensate water produced by your furnace, and pump it into a drain. For whatever reason, we do have a drain in the floor but it was still a mess. Keep any unused openings closed using the supplied cap plugs. Read and follow instructions carefully to avoid injury and, property damage. Franklin Electric Co., Inc.Oklahoma City, OK 73157-2010Copyright 2020, Franklin Electric, Co., Inc. All rights reserved.For technical assistance, parts, or repair, please contact: 998086,2800.701.7894littlegiant.comForm 998086Rev. The high-level switch is placed in an orientation that reverses the normal function of normally open and normally closed terminals. 5" of the sheathing from the new pump's cord to reveal the 3 wires underneath. 0000026404 00000 n [9%t+ l',6 TJ2zr.pI7A]4Sl!t@u9M;dYga-%ssL138KzeTf31B-!N>bu%|"zft4zc4(`+ JuAW\#xX'G&YcT!:(< wZ? Keep it clean. This is something you can do. Once the water hits a certain level, the float on it lifts (like a toilet float) and it activates the motor to start pumping out the water. Scary. The green wire is the ground wire and will be attached to a screw at the back of the furnace's electrical box. Do not install the pump in a manner that will subject it to splashing or spraying. Failure to flush the system can result in damage to the pump and drain line plumbing components. Clean inlet and outlet piping. Remove any clamps holding the condensate pump cord into place on the furnace. Do not connect to a fan or any device that runs intermittently. The third prong is to ground the pump to help prevent possible electric shock hazards. 0000030087 00000 n In fact I had my pump delivered by the next day and installed in less than an hour. Remove the face from the electrical box and gently pull the wires out so you can access them. Manualzz provides technical documentation library and question & answer platform.Its a community-based project which helps to repair anything.
ps with an S in the model number