Specifications • Safety
Im portant Safety
Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual
contains important instructions that should be
followed during installation, operation, and
maintenance of the product.
This is the safety alert symbol. When you see
this symbol on your pump or in this manual, look
for one of the following signal words and be alert
to the potential for personal injury!
indicates a hazard which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
indicates a hazard which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
indicates a hazard which, if not
avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE addresses practices not related to
personal injury.
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in
this manual and on pump.
Keep safety labels in good condition. Replace
missing or damaged safety labels.
California Proposition 65 Warning
This product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
or birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Specifications
Power supply required ................. 115V, 60 HZ.
Liquid Temp. Range ......... 32°F to 70°F(0°-21°C)
Individual Branch Circuit Required (min.) ...... 15
Amps
Discharge ........................................1-1/2" FNPT
NOTICE Do not reduce size of discharge pipe or
hose below 1-1/4" diameter. If discharge is too
small, pump will overheat and fail prematurely.
Pump water only with this pump.
NOTICE This unit is not designed as a waterfall or
fountain pump, or for applications involving salt
water or brine! Use with waterfalls, fountains, salt
water or brine will void warranty.
Do not use where water recirculates.
Not designed for use as a swimming pool drainer.
Performance
GPH (LPH) At Total Feel (M) Of Lift
5
Model
HP
(1.5m)
Capacity Gallons/(L)/Hour
3120
3996
1/3
(11,810)
(8,631)
3690
3994
1/2
(13,968)
(11,356)
3120
3886
1/3
(11,810)
(8,631)
3690
3884
1/2
(13,968)
(11,356)
For assistance, call Simer Customer Service at
10
15
20
(3m)
(4.6m)
(6m)
2280
1380
480
(5,224)
(1,817)
3000
2100
1140
(7,949)
(4,315)
2280
1380
480
(5,224)
(1,817)
3000
2100
1140
(7,949)
(4,315)
Electrical and Switch Specifications
Model
3996
3994
3886
3884
1. Know the pump application, limitations, and
potential hazards.
2. Do not use in water with fish present. If any
oil leaks out of the motor it can kill fish.
3. Disconnect power before servicing.
4. Release all pressure within system before
servicing any component.
5. Drain all water from system before servicing.
6. Secure discharge line before starting pump.
An unsecured discharge line will whip,
possibly causing personal injury and/or
property damage.
7. Check hoses for weak or worn condition
before each use, making certain that all
connections are secure.
8. Periodically inspect sump, pump and system
components. Keep free of debris and foreign
objects. Perform routine maintenance
as required.
9. Provide means of pressure relief for pumps
whose discharge line can be shut-off
or obstructed.
10. Personal Safety:
a. Wear safety glasses at all times when
working with pumps.
b. Keep work area clean, uncluttered and
properly lighted – replace all unused
tools and equipment.
c. Keep visitors at a safe distance from
work area.
d. Make workshop child-proof – with
padlocks, master switches, and by
removing starter keys.
11. When wiring an electrically driven pump,
follow all electrical and safety codes that apply.
12. This equipment is only for use on 115 volt
(single phase) and is equipped with an
No flow
approved 3-conductor cord and 3-prong,
at height
shown
grounding-type plug.
below
22'
burn or kill. pull plug before servicing. This
(6.7m)
pump has not been investigated for use in
26'
swimming pool areas. Pump is supplied with
(7.9m)
a grounding conductor and grounding-type
22'
(6.7m)
attachment plug. Be sure it is connected only to
26'
a properly grounded grounding-type receptacle.
(7.9m)
Individual
Switch setting in inches
Branch
HP
Circuit Req.
(Amps)
On
1/3
15
14.5"(368)
1/2
15
14.5"(368)
1/3
15
6.75"(171)
1/2
15
6.75"(171)
Risk of electric shock. Can shock,
800-468-7867
2
(mm)
Off
6.5"(165)
6.5"(165)
3.25"(83)
3.25"(83)