Assembly Instructions - Utilitech LUT050 Mode D'emploi

NOTICES
• When a check valve is used, a 1/8 in. air bleed hole must be drilled in the PVC pipe above the
pump. Drill the hole at a 45° angle toward the bottom of the sump to avoid splashing water
outside the sump pit. Make sure the hole is above the water line, and below the check valve.
If a hole is not drilled above the pump, an air lock may prevent the pump from operating.
• The control unit must receive 115V AC +/- 5% and 60 Hz from the AC outlet.
• This primary pump will not provide protection during a power outage. With the risk of property
damage from high water levels, the addition of a Basement Watchdog battery backup sump pump
system is highly recommended.
• After the initial installation, be sure to check the operation by filling the sump with water and
observing the pump operation through one full cycle.
• For continuous duty operation, the pump must be submerged at least 3/4 of the depth of the pump
at all times.
• In instances where the discharge line is exposed to freezing temperatures, the pipe must be
sloped downward so any remaining water will drain out. Failure to do so will prevent water from
exiting the sump and damage the pump if the line freezes.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Prior to Installation
1. Visually inspect your pump. Products may be damaged during shipping. If the product has been
damaged, contact your place of purchase or Glentronics, Inc. before installation.
2. Thoroughly read the instructions provided to learn specific details regarding installation and use.
This manual should be retained for future reference.
WARNING: This installation must be in accordance with the National Electric Code and all
applicable local codes and ordinances.
1. Use a pit that conforms to all local codes and is large enough to
accommodate the pump and float switch. The minimum
requirements for the 1/2 HP pump with the double float assembly
are 8 in. in diameter and 14 in. deep. However, larger sump
pits are preferred, since they will extend the discharge cycle
and reduce the number of times the pump turns on.
2. Clean the pit of all debris. The pump's strainer must be kept clear.
3. The pump should not be set directly onto a clay, earthen, or sand
base. You may install bricks or blocks under the pump to provide
a solid base.
4. The pump should be level.
5. Install discharge plumbing according to local, regional and state
codes. Rigid PVC pipe is recommended.
6. An in-line check valve is recommended to prevent back-flow. This
check valve is mandatory when sharing a discharge line with
another pump (i.e. a back-up pump or a second primary pump).
(a) When a check valve is used, a 1/8 in. air bleed hole must be
drilled in the PVC pipe above the pump. Drill the hole at a
45° angle toward the bottom of the sump to avoid splashing
water outside the sump pit. Make sure the hole is above
the water line, and below the check valve. If a hole is not
drilled above the pump, an air lock may prevent the pump
from operating.
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Dual Float Switch
and Controller