Wayne SPV500 User Manual

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Operating Instruction and Parts Manual
 
Pedestal Series
Please read and save these instructions. Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install, operate or maintain 
the product described. Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information. Failure to comply with 
instructions could result in personal injury and/or property damage! Retain instructions for future reference.
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360516-001 9/09
© 2009 Wayne Water Systems
Pedestal Sump 
Pump
FLOAT INSTALLATION SPV800, SPV500 
& SSPTU50
1.   To attach float for SPV800, SPV500 
& SSPTU50. insert float rod through 
hole in switch lever. 
2.   Place rubber grommet on float rod 
in temporary position.
3.   Slide float guide onto float rod.
4.   Using pliers to hold the float rod, 
screw the float on.
5.  Attach the float guide to pump 
halfway up the pumps stand and 
properly align with motor switch.
FLOAT INSTALLATION PTU30, PTU33A 
& PTU50
1.   To attach float for PTU30, PTU33A, and 
PTU50 begin by sliding  the float guide 
onto the open end of the float rod.
2.   Next slide a grommet onto the open 
end of the float rod about ¼ of the 
way down.
3.   Guide the open end of the float rod 
through the hole in the switch lever.
4.   Place the second grommet onto the 
open end of the float rod, being sure 
to keep the float rod inserted into the 
switch lever.
5.  Attach the float guide to pump halfway 
up the pumps stand and properly align 
with motor switch.
NOTE:  For all replacement float kits 
installation will be the same as for 
SPV800, SPV500 & SSPTU50.
GENErAL SAFETy INFOrMATION
Read these rules and 
instructions carefully. Failure 
to follow these instructions 
could cause serious bodily 
injury and/or property damage.
 
Do not submerge 
  motor or allow 
motor to be exposed to water. Personal 
injury and/or death could result.
 
Do not  
  use to 
pump flammable or explosive 
fluids such as gasoline, fuel 
oil, kerosene, etc. Do not 
use in a flammable and/or explosive 
atmosphere. Pump should only be used 
to pump clear water. Personal injury 
and/or death could result.
 
This pump is not 
  designed to handle 
salt water, brine, laundry discharge or 
any other application which may contain 
caustic chemicals and/or foreign materials. 
Pump damage could occur if used in these 
applications and will void warranty.
 
All wiring must be  
  performed by a 
qualified electrician.
 
If the  
  basement 
has water or moisture on the 
floor, do not walk on wet area 
until all power is turned off. If 
the shut-off box is in the basement, call 
an electrician to disconnect the power. 
Remove pump and either repair or replace. 
Failure to follow this warning could result 
in fatal electrical shock.
 
A battery  backup 
  system should be 
used. Please contact your local retailer 
to order an emergency backup system.
Assembly
 
Always 
  disconnect 
the power source before 
attempting to install, service, 
relocate or maintain the pump. 
Never touch sump pump, pump motor, 
water or discharge piping when pump is 
connected to electrical power. Never handle 
a pump or pump motor with wet hands or 
when standing on wet or damp surface or 
in water. Fatal electrical shock could occur.
Description
The pedestal pump is designed for 
home sump applications. The unit is 
equipped with an 8-ft long, 3-prong 
grounding type power cord. Motor is 
air cooled; it is not designed to operate 
under water. A float switch is provided 
for automatic pump operation. This 
pump is not suitable for aquatic life.
Unpacking
Inspect this unit before it is used. 
Occasionally, products are damaged during 
shipment. If the pump or components are 
damaged, return the unit to the place of 
purchase for replacement. Failure to do so 
could result in serious injury or death. Some 
warning labels come affixed to the pump. 
Over time, these labels may fade. If this 
happens, contact Wayne Water Systems for 
a free replacement label.
Safety Guidelines
This manual contains information that is 
very important to know and understand. 
This information is provided for SAFETY 
and to PREVENT EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. 
To help recognize this information, 
observe the following symbols. 
 
Danger  indicates 
  an imminently 
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, 
will result in death or serious injury.
 
Warning  indicates 
  a potentially 
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, 
could result in death or serious injury.
 
Caution  indicates a  
  potentially hazardous 
situation which, if not avoided, may result 
in minor or moderate injury.
 
Notice  indicates 
  important 
information, that if not followed, may 
cause damage to equipment.
General Safety 
Information
CALIFOrNIA PrOPOSITION 65
 
This product or its 
 
  power cord may 
contain chemicals, including lead, known 
to the State of California to cause cancer 
and birth defects or other reproductive 
harm. Wash hands after handling.
MANUAL
24 in.
Min.
14 in.
Dia.
Min.
Figure 1 
Switch
Grommet
Float Rod
Guide
Float
GFCI Grounded 
Outlet