Zoeller 55 Series User Manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
RECOMMENDED MODELS
P/N 006355
Notice to installing contractor: Instructions must remain with installation.
FM0447
Rev. A
0717
Supersedes
1216
PREINSTALLATION CHECKLIST - ALL INSTALLATIONS
DATE INSTALLED:
MODEL NUMBER:
EFFLUENT*/SUMP/DEWATERING SEWAGE
55 / 59, 72, 73, 75, 76, 139 Series 211, 212 Series
140 / 4140, 145 / 4145, 160 / 4160 Series 270 / 4270 Series
180 / 4180, 191, 371, 372, 373 Series 280 / 4280, 290 / 4290 Series
Product information presented
here reects conditions at time
of publication. Consult factory
regarding discrepancies or
inconsistencies.
MAIL TO: P.O. BOX 16347 • Louisville, KY 40256-0347
SHIP TO: 3649 Cane Run Road • Louisville, KY 40211-1961
TEL: (502) 778-2731 • 1 (800) 928-PUMP • FAX: (502) 774-3624
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* Efuent systems should specify that pumps should not handle solids exceeding 3/4” (19 mm) in order to prevent large solids from entering leeching elds, mound systems, etc.
(70 Series have 3/8” (9 mm) solids capability. 50, 140/4140, 371 and 372 Series have 1/2” (13 mm), 130 Series has 5/8" (16 mm), 145/4145, 160/4160, 180/4180 and 373 models
have 3/4” [19 mm].) Where code permits, sewage pumps can be used for efuent systems. Non-automatic pumps with external-level controls are recommended for septic tank
efuent applications.
1. Inspect all materials. Occasionally, products are damaged during shipment. If the unit is damaged, contact your dealer before using. DO NOT remove the test plugs from the pump.
2. Carefullyreadtheliteratureprovidedtofamiliarizeyourselfwithspecicdetailsregardinginstallationanduse.Thesematerialsshouldberetainedfor future reference.
SEE BELOW FOR
LIST OF WARNINGS
CAUTION
SEE BELOW FOR
LIST OF CAUTIONS
REFER TO WARRANTY ON PAGE 2.
1. Toreducetheriskofelectricalshock,aproperlygroundedreceptacleorcontrolbox
must be installed in accordance with the governing codes. Never remove ground
pin from plug.
 2.Makecertainthatthegroundfaultinterrupterprotectedreceptacleorcontrolboxis
withinthereachofthepump’spowersupplycord.DONOTUSEANEXTENSION
CORD.Extensioncordsthataretoolongortoolightdonotdeliversufcientvoltage
to the pump motor, and they could present a safety hazard if the insulation were to
become damaged or the connection end were to fall into a damp or wet area.
 3.Makesurethepump'selectricalsupplycircuitisequippedwithfusesorcircuitbreakers
of proper capacity. A separate branch circuit is recommended, sized according to the
local electrical codes for the current shown on the pump name plate.
4. Testing for ground.Asasafetymeasure,eachelectricaloutletshouldbecheckedfor
ground using a circuit analyzer which will indicate if the power, neutral and ground wires
arecorrectlyconnectedtoyouroutlet.Iftheyarenot,callaqualiedlicensedelectrician.
 5. FORYOURPROTECTION,ALWAYSDISCONNECTPUMPFROMITSPOWER
SOURCEBEFOREHANDLING.Ifpumpiswireddirect,de-energizethecircuitat
thecontrolbox.Wearinsulatedprotectiveshoesanddonotstandinwater.Pumps
equippedwitha3-pronggroundplugaredesignedtohelpprotectagainstelectrical
shock.DONOT,UNDERANYCIRCUMSTANCES,REMOVETHEGROUNDPIN.
6. Installation and servicing of the pump, electrical circuits and hardware should only be
performedbyaqualied,licensedelectrician.
7. Risk of electrical shock. Do not remove power supply cord and strain relief or connect
conduit directly to the pump. If the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by
theManufactureroranAuthorizedServiceandWarrantyCentertoavoidahazard.
 8. Pumpcontainsoilwhichbecomespressurizedandhotwhenoperating.Allow2-1/2
hours after disconnecting before attempting service.
 9. Pumpisnotintendedforpotablewaterduetopossiblecontaminationbyoilcontained
in the pump.
10. Risk of electrical shock.Thesepumpshavenotbeeninvestigatedforuseinswim-
ming pools and marine areas.
11.AccordingtothestateofCalifornia(Prop.65),thisproductcontainschemicals
knowntothestateofCaliforniatocausecancerandbirthdefectsorother
reproductive harm.
1. Checktobesureyourpowersourceiscapableofhandlingthevoltagerequirements
of the motor, as indicated on the pump name plate.
 2. Theinstallationofvariableleveloatswitchesistheresponsibilityoftheinstalling
party,andcareshouldbetakenthatthetetheredoatswitchwillnothanguponthe
pump apparatus or pit peculiarities and is secured so that the pump will shut off. It
isrecommendedtouserigidpipeandttingsandthepitbe18"(46cm)orlargerin
diameter.
3. Vent hole.Itisnecessarythatallsubmersiblesump,efuent,andsewagepumps
capableofhandlingvarioussizesofsolidwastebeofthebottomintakedesignto
reducecloggingandsealfailures.Ifacheckvalveisincorporatedintheinstallation,a
3/16"(5mm)ventholemustbedrilledinthedischargepipebelowthecheckvalveand
pitcovertopurgetheunitoftrappedair.Ventholeshouldbecheckedperiodicallyfor
clogging.TheventholeonaHighHeadapplicationmaycausetoomuchturbulence.
If you choose not to drill a vent hole, be sure the pump case and impeller is covered
withliquidbeforeconnectingthepipetothecheckvalve.NOTE:THEHOLEMUST
BEBELOWTHEBASINCOVERANDCLEANEDPERIODICALLY.Waterstreamwill
be visible when pump is operating.
 4. Pumpshouldbecheckedfrequentlyfordebrisand/orbuildupwhichmayinterfere
withtheoat“on”or“off”position.Repairandserviceshouldbeperformedbyan
AuthorizedServiceandWarrantyCenter.
 5. Maximum operatingtemperatureforstandardmodelpumpsmustnotexceed
130°F(54°C).Maximumoperatingtemperaturesfor70seriesandmodel211
mustnotexceed110°F(43°C).Maximumoperatingtemperaturesfor73,75,
212seriesandmodel211mustnotexceed104°F(40°C).
 6. DonotoperateapumpinanapplicationwheretheTotalDynamicHeadislessthan
theminimumTotalDynamicHeadlistedonthePumpPerformanceCurves.
7. Forhealthreasons,donotunplug,turnoff,ordisablepumpandusepumptank 
systemasawaytollupasinkorlaundrytray,etc.
8. PumpsmustbeinstalledinaccordancewiththeNationalElectricalCodeandall
applicablelocalcodesandordinances.Pumpsarenottobeinstalledinlocations 
classiedashazardousinaccordancewithNationalElectricCode,ANSI,NFPA70.
NOTE:Pumpswiththe"UL"markandpumpswiththe"US"markaretestedtoULstandard
UL778.CSAcertiedpumpsarecertiedtoCSAstandardC22.2No.108.
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NOTICE: VENT HOLE FOR
CHECK VALVE
SEE #3 IN CAUTION SECTION
BELOW AND #4 ON PAGE 3
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Zoeller 55 Series Specifications

General

Model	55 Series
Type	Submersible Sump Pump
Horsepower	1/3 HP
Voltage	115V
Phase	Single
Cord Length	10 ft
Motor Housing Material	Cast Iron
Impeller Material	Thermoplastic
Material	Cast Iron
Discharge Size	1-1/2" NPT
Switch Type	Vertical Float
Solids Handling	1/2 in