Harbor Freight Tools Water Pump 92274 User Manual

1/3 HP PEDESTAL SUMP PUMP  
Model 92274  
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
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TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY,  
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS  
AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.  
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WORK AREA  
1.  
2.  
Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark work areas invite  
accidents.  
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,such as in the presence  
of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite  
the dust or fumes.  
3.  
1.  
Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.  
Distractions can cause you to lose control.  
ELECTRICAL SAFETY  
Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded  
in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the grounding  
prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs. Check  
with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is  
properly grounded. If the tool should electrically malfunction or break down,  
grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user.  
2.  
Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges,  
and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is  
grounded.  
3.  
4.  
Do not expose the Motor to rain or wet conditions. Water entering the Motor  
will increase the risk of electric shock.  
Do not abuse the Power Cord. Never use the Power Cord to pull the Plug from  
an outlet. Keep the Power Cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving  
parts. Replace damaged Power Cords immediately. Damaged Power Cords  
increase the risk of electric shock.  
5.  
1.  
When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked  
“W-A” or “W”. These extension cords are rated for outdoor use, and reduce the  
risk of electric shock.  
PERSONAL SAFETY  
Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating  
a power tool. Do not use a power tool while tired or under the influence of  
drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power  
tools may result in serious personal injury.  
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2.  
3.  
4.  
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair.  
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,  
jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.  
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the circuit supplying electrical power is off  
before plugging in. Plugging in a Sump Pump with the electrical circuit on invites  
accidents.  
Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the power tool on. A wrench  
or a key that is left attached to a moving part of the power tool may result in personal  
injury.  
5.  
6.  
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing  
and balance enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.  
Always wear eye protection. Wear ANSI approved safety impact  
goggles and non-skid rubber boots. A hard hat must be used for  
appropriate conditions. Wearing work pants and work shirt are  
recommended.  
TOOL USE AND CARE  
1.  
2.  
Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool  
will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.  
Do not use the power tool if the Automatic Switch (3) does not turn it on or off.  
Any tool that cannot be controlled with an Automatic Switch is dangerous and must  
be replaced.  
3.  
Disconnect the Power Cord Plug from the power source before making any  
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety  
measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.  
4.  
5.  
Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools  
are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.  
Maintain tools with care. Keep tools clean. Properly maintained tools are easier  
to control. Do not use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “Do not use” until  
repaired.  
6.  
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and  
any other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the  
tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly main tained  
tools.  
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7.  
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your  
model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous  
when used on another tool.  
SERVICE  
1.  
2.  
Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service  
or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.  
When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow  
instructions in the “Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning” section of this  
manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions  
may create a risk of electric shock or injury.  
GROUNDING  
WARNING!  
Improperly connecting the grounding wire can result in the risk of electric  
shock. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the  
outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided with  
the tool. Never remove the grounding prong from the plug. Do not use the  
tool if the power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by  
a service facility before use. If the plug will not fit the outlet, have a proper  
outlet installed by a qualified electrician.  
GROUNDED TOOLS: TOOLS WITH THREE PRONG PLUGS  
1.  
2.  
Tools marked with “Grounding Required” have a three wire cord and three prong  
grounding plug. The plug must be connected to a properly grounded outlet. If  
the tool should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low  
resistance path to carry electricity aways from the user, reducing the risk of  
electric shock. (See Figure A, next page.)  
The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the  
cord to the grounding system in the tool. The green wire in the cord must be the  
only wire connected to the tool’s grounding system and must never be attached  
to an electrically “live” terminal. (See Figure A.)  
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3.  
Your tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet, properly installed and  
grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. The plug and outlet  
should look like that in the following illustration. (See Figure A.)  
3-PRONG PLUG  
115 VOLT,  
GROUNDED,  
ELECTRICAL OUTLET  
FIGURE A  
SYMBOLOGY  
Double Insulated  
Canadian Standards  
Association  
Underwriters  
Laboratories, Inc.  
Volts Alternating Current  
Amperes  
V ~  
A
no  
No Load Revolutions  
per Minute (RPM)  
xxxx/min.  
FIGURE B  
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES  
1.  
2.  
Maintain labels and nameplates on the Sump Pump. These carry important  
information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replace-  
ment.  
Use the right product for the right job. There are certain applications for  
which this product was designed. Do not use small equipment, tools, or attach-  
ments to do the work of larger industrial equipment, tools, or attachments. Do  
not use this product for a purpose for which it was not intended.  
3.  
4.  
WARNING! Risk of electrical shock. Always disconnect the Sump  
Pump from its power source before handling or making any adjustments. Always  
wear non-skid rubber boots when water is on the floor and you must unplug the  
Sump Pump. Never allow the Motor to get wet. Make sure the electrical power  
source is a separately fused, grounded, 3-wire type outlet of 15 AMP capacity.  
DO NOT REMOVE THE GROUND PRONG OR PLUG. DO NOT USE AN  
EXTENSION CORD.  
WARNING! Always arrange a “drip loop” in the Power Cord (1) con-  
necting the Sump Pump to a 115 volt, grounded, electrical outlet. A drip  
loop is that part of the Power Cord below the level of the outlet to prevent water  
from traveling along the Power Cord and coming in contact with the outlet. If the  
Power Plug or electrical outlet does get wet, do not unplug the Power Cord.  
Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker that supplies power to the Sump Pump.  
Then, unplug the Power Cord and examine for presence of water in the outlet  
(See Figure C.)  
WATER DRIPS OFF CORD,  
AWAY FROM OUTLET.  
FIGURE C  
5.  
Do not pump hazardous materials. Do not pump explosive or flammable  
materials such as fuel oil, kerosene, gasoline, etc. Do not pump in close proxim-  
ity to flammable or explosive materials. Do not pump fats, oils, salt or waste  
water. The Sump Pump is designed to move clean or dirty water only. Do  
not pump water over 140 degrees fahrenheit.  
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6.  
Water transfers in cycles. Do not attempt to manipulate the automatic Switch  
(3) to keep the Sump Pump running continuously. It is meant to shut off  
intermittently. Doing so will damage the Pump.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Make sure the discharge pipe (not included) is secured to a solid surface to  
ensure the stability of the Sump Pump.  
Make sure to position the Base Plate (24) of the Sump Pump on a flat, level  
surface.  
If necessary, have a certified electrician install (within six feet of where the  
Sump Pump will be located) a 115 volt, grounded, electrical outlet that is  
dedicated only to the Pump. Any outlet must be above the water line.  
10.  
In cold weather, when the Sump Pump is not in use, protect the interior of  
the Pump from freezing by draining the liquid and pumping a permanent  
type automobile anti-freeze containing a rust inhibitor through the system.  
A 50% mixture with water is recommended. Be sure to flush the system with a  
neutralizing liquid prior to re-use of the unit.  
11.  
Prior to use, and periodically thereafter, check to make sure all connections  
are tight and secure.  
12.  
13.  
Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements.  
Performance of this machine (if powered by line voltage) may vary depend-  
ing on variations in local line voltage.  
14.  
15.  
Prior to use, and periodically thereafter, check to make sure the Float Rod  
(10) moves freely.  
WARNING! People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s)  
before using this product. Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to  
a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker.  
16.  
WARNING! The warnings and cautions discussed in this manual cannot  
cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be under-  
stood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot  
be built into this product, but must be supplied the the operator.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
NOTE: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer  
to the Assembly Diagram on page 14.  
1.  
If necessary, have a certified electrician install (within six feet of where the Sump  
Pump will be located) a 115 volt, grounded, electrical outlet that is dedicated only  
to the Pump. Any outlet must be above the water line.  
1.  
WARNING! Always make sure the Sump Pump is unplugged from its  
electrical outlet prior to assembling the unit, unclogging the unit, or making any  
adjustments to the unit.  
2.  
3.  
Snap the Hook (20) midway onto the Support (21). (See Figure D.)  
Insert the threaded end of the Float Rod (10) downward through the eyelet in the  
Hook (20). Then, screw on the Float (11). (See Figure D.)  
4.  
Remove the Upper Rubber Stop on the automatic Switch Arm (3) and insert the  
top portion of the Float Rod (10) through the hole in the arm of the automatic  
Switch (3). Then, replace the Upper Rubber Stop at least 1/2” from the end of  
the Float Rod. (See Figure D.)  
5.  
6.  
Set the Sump Pump in place, making sure the arm of the automatic Switch (3)  
has adequate clearance and will not hang up on the pit wall. (See Figure D.)  
NOTE: The size of the discharge outlet on the Impeller Case (22) is 1-1/4”  
diameter. Only a 1-1/4” diameter Discharge Pipe (not included) must be used.  
AUTOMATIC  
SWITCH (3)  
ARM  
FLOAT ROD (10)  
SUPPORT (21)  
CHECK VALVE  
OR UNION  
HOOK (20)  
(NOT INCLUDED)  
1-1/4” DIAMETER  
DISCHARGE PIPE  
(NOT INCLUDED)  
1/8” AIR BLEED HOLE.  
(WATER SPRAY IS NORMAL)  
FLOAT (11)  
IMPELLER CASE (22)  
FIGURE D  
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Do not attempt to reduce the discharge size below 1-1/4” as this will affect Pump  
flow and performance. A Schedule 40 PVC 1-1/4” diameter Pipe is recom-  
mended. (See Figure D.)  
7.  
Connect the 1-1/4” diameter Discharge Pipe to the Impeller Case (22) of the  
Sump Pump. Make sure to hand tighten only. Over tightening may cause the  
Impeller Case to crack. NOTE: Make sure the Discharge Pipe is secured to a  
solid surface, with appropriate hardware (not included), to ensure the stability of  
the Sump Pump. (See Figure D.)  
8.  
9.  
Install a Union (not included) or other means of separating the Discharge Pipe  
just above the floor to facilitate removal of the Sump Pump if necessary.  
(See Figure D.)  
NOTE: A Check Valve (not included) is recommended just above, or in place of,  
the Union to prevent the backflow of water after each pump cycle. If a Check  
Valve is used, a 1/8” diameter air bleed hole should be drilled through the Dis  
charge Pipe just above the Impeller Case (22) to prevent pump “airlock”. A small  
spray of water out of this hole is normal while pump is running. (See Figure D.)  
10.  
11.  
Connect additional Discharge Pipe as needed to direct the discharge to the  
desired location. The discharge should be kept as short as possible with  
a minimum number of turns. NOTE: The maximum lift of the Pump is 17 feet.  
Plug the Power Cord into the nearest 115 volt, grounded, electrical outlet while  
making sure to form a “drip loop” in the Power Cord. (See Figure C.)  
12.  
13.  
The Sump Pump is now ready for operation.  
NOTE: Periodically, check to make sure all connections are tight and secure.  
Also, make sure the Float Rod (10) moves freely.  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
1.  
WARNING! Always make sure the Sump Pump is unplugged from its  
electrical outlet prior to performing any maintenance to the unit. This Section is  
designed to help identify reasons for operating problems. It is not a service  
guide. Dismantling the Sump Pump voids warranty. Servicing of the Sump  
Pump (other than simple cleaning or unplugging) should be done only by a quali-  
fied service technician.  
2.  
Pump Motor does not run.  
A. Line circuit breaker may be off. Have a certified electrician check the fuse or  
breaker.  
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B. Water level in pit may be too low (Switch has not yet activated). Add more  
water to pit.  
C. Power Cord may not be making contact in electrical outlet. Check connec-  
tion.  
D. Float may be obstructed. Make sure the Float is free and not rubbing against  
the pit wall or other obstruction.  
3.  
Pump Motor Runs, but does not discharge water.  
A. Check Valve (not included) may be installed backwards or is defective.  
Check to make sure it is installed properly and flapper in valve is free to  
move.  
B. Discharge Pipe may be frozen or blocked. Check to see if Discharge Pipe  
passes through cold areas or is blocked.  
C. Sump Pump may be airlocked. Check to see if air bleed hole is open.  
D. Vertical lift is beyond Sump Pump’s capability. Maximum lift capability is 17  
feet.  
E. Inlet screen of Sump Pump is blocked, or Impeller is jammed. Remove Pump  
and clean inlet screen and Impeller.  
4.  
5.  
Pump Motor runs and discharges water, but will not shut off.  
A. Float is stuck in the “ON” position. Check to make sure Float is free to move  
up and down without interference.  
B. Switch is not working. Have a qualified service technician replace Switch.  
Pump Motor runs, but delivers small amount of water.  
A. Vertical lift is approaching Sump Pump’s maximum lift capability. Maximum  
lift capability is 17 feet. Reduce height of vertical lift.  
B. Inlet is partially blocked. Check to make sure inlet is clear of debris.  
C. Discharge Pipe is partially blocked. Check Pipe for blockage.  
D. Check Valve is not opening all the way. Check for defective or blocked Check  
Valve.  
6.  
Circuit breaker trips or fuse blows when Sump Pump starts.  
A. Breaker or fuse size is too small. A minimum 15 AMP breaker or fuse should  
be used.  
B. Other major appliances are on the same circuit. Sump Pump should be on its  
own separate circuit.  
C. Sump Pump is connected to an extension cord, or wiring is inadequate. DO  
NOT USE EXTENSION CORDS. Have a certified electrician check  
for proper wiring.  
D. Switch or Motor not working. Have a qualified service technician check  
Switch and Motor for proper operation.  
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INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING  
1.  
2.  
WARNING! Make sure the Sump Pump is unplugged from its electrical  
outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.  
Before each use, inspect the general condition of the Sump Pump. Check for  
clogs throughout the system, misalignment or binding of moving parts, damaged  
electrical wiring, damaged or loose discharge pipes, and any other condition that  
may affect its safe operation. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the  
problem corrected before further use. Do not use damaged equipment.  
3.  
Every six months, pour an ounce of 30 weight oil into the hole near the top of  
the Support (21). A label next to the hole indicates where to add the oil.  
4.  
5.  
The Motor is permanently lubricated and requires no additional lubrication.  
If the Sump Pump is not in use due to dry conditions, etc., pour enough  
water into the pit to activate the Pump once every 3 months.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
Periodically, check to make sure the pit is free from accumulated debris, rocks,  
and other objects that may damage the Sump Pump.  
When cleaning, NEVER introduce water or any other liquid into the Motor Hous-  
ing.  
In cold weather, when the Sump Pump is not in use, protect the interior of the  
Pump from freezing by draining the liquid and pumping a permanent type auto-  
mobile anti-freeze containing a rust inhibitor through the system. A 50% mixture  
with water is recommended. Be sure to flush the system with a neutralizing liquid  
prior to re-use of the unit.  
9.  
CAUTION! All maintenance, service, or repairs not listed in this  
manual are only to be attempted by a qualified service technician.  
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY  
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL  
AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR  
WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR  
THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR  
DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATESTHAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED  
AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF  
HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER  
INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.  
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PARTS LIST  
Part #  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
Description  
Power Cord  
Screw  
Qty.  
1
Part #  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
Description  
Rotor  
Fan  
Front Cover  
Screw  
Screw  
Qty.  
1
2
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
5
4
1
1
1
1
1
1
5
Switch  
Motor Rear Cover  
Star Washer  
Screw  
Capacitor  
Motor Enclosure  
Cable Clamp  
Float Rod  
Float  
Shaft  
Hook  
Support  
Impeller Case  
Impeller  
Base Plate  
Screw  
Stator  
Bearing  
NOTE:  
Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only,  
and are not available individually as replacement parts.  
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ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM  
NOTE:  
Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only,  
and are not available individually as replacement parts.  
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