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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
SUBMERSIBLE PUMP
WSP33AA • WSP53AA WSP73AA
BY:
©2003 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. — All Rights Reserved
© 2004 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. – All Rights Reserved
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 2 Thank you for purchasing this Honda Stainless Steel Sump Pump. We hope you are pleased with your purchase and that our pumps will provide you with long service life and exceptional performance. To ensure satisfactory service life, there are several consid- erations regarding proper installation, operation and power source. Please review the recommendations outlined within this operator’s manual. Please contact your supplier (supplying dealer
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 3 Important Safeguards To reduce risk of injury, always follow these instructions and safety precautions when using this pump and to maintain warranty. Read All Instructions Prior to Installation (SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS) Installation/Operation: Never lift or carry pump by the electrical cord. Use a chain or rope affixed on handle to install/remove pump. To reduce potential damage to the pump from inadvertent lifting by the electrical cord
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 4 Important Safeguards Proper Lifting: A separate chain or rope should be attached to the handle for normal lifting. Please note that this will help prevent damage due to inadvertent lifting of the pump by the power cord. Rope attached to automatic pump for lifting and installation. Rope attached to manual pump for lifting and installation. 2
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 5 Contents Section Page General Application Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Safety Information and Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 General Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Materials Needed and Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 7 Electrical Informatio
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 6 General Application Information (cont.) safety reasons.You should never touch a sump pump or discharge piping while the pump is connected to electrical power and water is present. The pump should be disconnected from the electrical source before handling in all cases. Discharge Piping Installation To assure the maximum performance from your sump pump, the discharge pipe size and piping fittings should not be smaller than the discharge port o
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 7 General Application Information (cont.) Basin and Cover The basin should not be less than 18 inches in diameter and 24 inches deep. Larger diameters are advisable in instances of increased pump capacity requirements: Required Minimum Pump Capacity Basin Diameter up to 35 GPM 18" over 35 GPM 24" over 60 GPM 30" over 100 GPM 36" over 150 GPM 48" The basin should be located such that all water flows into the basin due to gravity. Outdoor install
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 8 General Specifications CAUTION Be careful not to exceed the given specifications in the use of your products. Check the nameplate for your pump’s head (HEAD), discharge volume (CAPACITY), speed (SPEED), motor voltage and current. Other specifications are noted in the chart below: Discharge Motor Motor Weight Model Diameter (Inch) Output (HP) Phase Voltage (LB) 1 1 WSP33AA 1 /4 /3 1 115 11 1 1 WSP53AA 1 /2 /2 1 115 27 1 3 WSP73AA 1 /2 /4 1 115
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 9 Installation Instructions Step 1 Inspection:Your pump has been carefully packaged to prevent damage during shipping. However, occasional damage does occur due to rough handling. Carefully inspect the pump for damage that could cause it to fail. Step 2: Attach desired length of PVC or ABS discharge pipe to pump outlet, 1 1 using PVC adapter (1 /4" pipe and adapter for WSP33AA, 1 /2" WSP53AA, WSP73AA). Make sure open end of pipe will be above
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 10 Electrical information Pumps are 115 V, 60 Hz and are grounded to prevent electrical shock. WARNING: Risk of electric shock—this pump is supplied with a grounding conductor and grounding-type attachment plug. To reduce the risk of electric shock, be certain that it is connected only to a properly grounded, grounding- type receptacle. Use a separate 15 amp circuit breaker or 15 amp fuse block with the pump. Do not use an extension cord
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 11 PIPING Plastic PVC pipe is shown in the illustrations, but galvanized steel or copper pipe may be used if desired. All piping must be clean and free of all foreign matter to prevent clogging. Use thread compound on all threaded joints unless specified otherwise. Submersible Pump Installation Refer to the installation illustration on the following page for the following instructions. Be certain sump basin is clean and all power to pump is sh
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 12 Submersible Pump Installation (cont.) Step 5 – Plug in and fill sump basin with water. Pump should turn on at 13'' to 14'' water level. If it does not turn on at 13'' to 14'' water level, remove the float cord from the clip and reattach in a higher or lower position, so that the pump turns on at the 13'' to 14'' water level. FLOAT CORD CLIP MOVE CORD UP OR DOWN Step 6 – Perform several ON-OFF cycles to assure satisfactory operation. Performa
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 13 WSP Submersible Pump Installation Diagram Grounded type 115 volt receptacle min. height above floor – 4 ft. 1 1 /2" check valve with rubber sleeve connectors shut-off gate valve *All equipment other than pump to be (optional) supplied by others. Pump only supplied by Honda. 1 Sump basin 18" to 24" dia. 10 /2" Min. plastic, fiberglass or concrete Discharge piping can be PVC or ABS plastic with proper adapters, or can be galv. steel Bottom
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 14 Motor Wiring Diagram Automatic Operation Type Output (Single Phase) Operation Check the water level before starting the pump. If the pump is operated continuously for an extended period of time in a dry condition or at the lowest water level, the motor protector will be activated in single phase units. Constant repetition of this action will shorten pump service life. Do not start the pump again in such a situation until after the motor has
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 15 Technical Specifications Model WSP33AA WSP53AA WSP73AA Performance: ISO 2548 Standard Optional 1 1 Discharge Size /3 HP – 1 /4 inch 1 3 1 /2 HP and /4 HP – 1 /2 inch Range of Performance Capacity: up to 74 GPM Head: up to 54 feet Limitation Maximum Water Temperature 122°F/50°C 3 Solids /8'' Spherical (2% by concentration) Speed 3600 RPM Materials Casing 304L Stainless Steel Impeller 304L Stainless Steel* Shaft 303 Stainless Steel Motor Frame
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 16 Troubleshooting Checklist PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES Line circuit breaker is off, or fuse is blown or loose. Pump does not run or Water level in sump has not reached turn-on level as indicated in hums. installation drawing. Pump cord is not making contact in receptacle. Float is stuck. It should operate freely in basin. If all of the above are OK, then the motor winding may be open. Check valve is installed backwards. Arrow on valv
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 17 Maintenance and Service WARNING: Pump warranty becomes void if you remove motor housing, unscrew impeller, or otherwise remove impeller seal. If pump does not operate properly, follow the steps shown under Troubleshooting. For any work on pump or switch, always unplug power cord(s). Do not just turn off circuit breaker or unscrew fuse. Cleaning float If pump becomes inoperative because of trash accumulation on the float, remove pump from sum
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 18 Sectional View – WSP33AA Automatic Type Output 1/3 HP (Single Phase) Recommended spare parts * Part ASTM,AISINo.for Ref. No. Name Material Code 1 Unit 007 Outer Casing 304 Stainless AISI 304 1 012 Suction Cover Noryl G.F. 3 1 021 Impeller Noryl G.F. 3 1 041 Sleeve 304 Stainless/Ceramic 1 048 Impeller Nut 304 Stainless AISI 304 1 114 Oil Seal NBR 1 set * 200 Lifting Hanger 304 Stainless AISI 304 1 244 Strainer 304 Stainless AISI 304 1 262 Flo
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 19 Sectional View – WSP53AA, WSP73AA Automatic Type Output 1/2 to 3/4 HP (Single Phase) Recommended spare parts * Part ASTM,AISINo.for Ref. No. Name Material Code 1 Unit 007 Outer casing 304 Stainless AISI 304 1 009 Inner casing 304 Stainless AISI 304 1 016 Seal cover 304 Stainless AISI 304 1 021 Impeller 304 Stainless AISI 304 1 039 Key 304 Stainless AISI 304 1 048 Impeller nut 304 Stainless AISI 304 1 set *111-1 Mechanical seal – 1 set *111-2
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0204 HONDA WSP manual.qxd 3/24/2004 2:14 PM Page 20 Disassembly and Assembly Disassembly When disassembling pump, have a piece of cardboard or wooden board ready to place the different parts on as you work. Do not pile parts on top of each other. They should be laid out neatly in rows. The O-ring and gasket can not be used again once they are removed. Have replacement parts ready. Disassemble in the following order, referring to the sectional view. Be sure to cut off power source before begin
