Superior Submersible Water Pump 1/2 HP Stainless Steel and Cast Iron With Float | 92589

1. Set your new pump in the bottom of the sump basin off to one side. The pump should be placed on a solid foundation. Do not place the pump directly on the ground or sandy or rocky surfaces. Sand and small stones may clog or cause damage to your pump.
2. Make sure the float switch will swing freely from the bottom to top without coming in contact with the side of the sump basin. Contact with the side of the sump basin may cause the switch to malfunction. See figure below.
3. It is highly recommended to install a full flow, swing type check valve (not included) as close to the discharge outlet on the pump as possible. A new check valve will greatly increase the life of your pump. The check valve should be the same size as the pump discharge.
4. Connect the pump and check valve together using schedule 40 PVC pipe and fittings. You can also use DWV or ABS pipe, as this is not a pressure installation. Corrugated drain hose is intended for temporary use and should not be used in a permanent installation. Although there are many types of pipe that work adequately for this installation, PVC is recommended.
5. Test your installation after you have completed setting up the pump. Plug the cord from the pump into the piggyback plug of the float switch, then plug that into your grounde outlet. The pump should not run at this point. If the pump runs, the switch is stuck in the upright position or the pump is plugged directly into the outlet and not through the piggyback switch plug. Fill the sump basin with water using buckets or a hose. When the switch floats to the upright position, the pump will turn on. The switch will turn off the pump when it reaches the down position. You may adjust the switch to meet your particular needs. Remember the switch must swing freely without touching the sides of the sump basin.