Barracuda 93507 Owner's Manual - page 4
INSTALLATION (New Pump)
1. Set your new pump in the bottom of the basin off to one side. The pump should be placed on
a solid foundation.
2. Make sure the float switch will swing freely from the bottom to top without coming in contact
with the side of the basin. A minimum of 1” clearance is recommended. Contact with the side
of the basin may cause the switch not to operate properly and malfunction. See figure below.
3. 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, and should
be the same size as the pump discharge, in this case 2”.
4. Connect the pump and check valve together using schedule 40 (recommended) DWV pipe
and fittings.
5. Drill a 3/16” weep hole (also called an anti-airlock hole) in the discharge pipe approximately
1”-2” above the pump discharge. The hole must be below the check valve and below the
basin cover. A water stream will be visible from this hole when the pump is running. This hole
should be cleaned periodically.
6. Test your installation after you have completed setting up the pump and connected all piping.
First, plug the piggyback plug from the float switch in to the grounded outlet. Next, plug the
power cord from the pump into the piggyback plug on the float switch. 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 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. The switch is
set at the factory to turn on at 14” and off at 6”. You may adjust the switch to meet your
particular needs. Remember the switch must swing freely without touching the sides of the
sump basin.
WARNING
Sewage and effluent can develop dangerous and harmful fumes. For safe and secure
operation in this environment it is required to use schedule 40 pipe or heavier. This is
required by the UPC (Universal Plumbing Code) and is for your safety.
WARNING
Besides the fact that it smells terrible, the fumes developed by sewage and effluent can be
very dangerous to your health, even fatal.
WARNING
In a sewage/effluent installation use only an approved tank that is totally sealed and approved
for that use by the manufacturer. The UPC (Universal Plumbing Code) requires it. Your
Barracuda Pump will provide you with safe and reliable service when installed in the correct
environment. IF YOU ARE UNSURE, contact your local code authority, supplier, or call us at:
1-800-495-9278.
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING
A
LWAYS DISCONNECT THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL
,
SERVICE OR PERFORM MAINTENANCE ON THE PUMP
.
FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN FATAL
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
.
If the pump does not start or run.
1. Make sure pump is plugged in.
2. Check for blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers or tripped GFCI outlets.
3. Check pump by bypassing the switch and plugging the pump directly into the outlet. If
pump works, there is a problem with the switch. Replace switch.
120-Volt Grounded AC Outlet.
Use of a grounded GFCI is highly
recommended
Discharge Pipe
Position pump so the float
switch operates freely
without touching the sides
of the basin.
Vent Pipe
Inlet Pipe
2” Full Swing
Check Valve
4
5
3/16” anti-
airlock hole