Harbor Freight Tools Water Pump 98342 User Manual

1/4 HP SUBMERSIBLE  
WATER PUMP  
98342  
SET UP And OPERATIng InSTRUcTIOnS  
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distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools .  
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011  
Read this material before using this product.  
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.  
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improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Tools required for  
assembly and service may not be included.  
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2. Make sure that the socket is suf-  
ficiently secured and is in excellent  
condition.  
UnPAckIng  
When unpacking, check to make sure  
that the item is intact and undamaged. If  
any parts are missing or broken, please  
call Harbor Freight Tools at the number  
shown on the cover of this manual as soon  
as possible.  
3. When the plug is inserted into the  
socket the pump will be on standby.  
WARnIng! If the power cord or plug is  
damaged, do not use the pump. The  
power cord or plug may only be re-  
paired by a certified electrician.  
InSTALLATIOn  
The submersible motor pump must  
be installed in a stationary position with  
either:  
Areas of use  
1. This pump is designed for use as a  
basement pump. When installed in a  
shaft, this pump provides some pro-  
tection from basement flooding.  
a. A fixed pipeline or  
b. A flexible hose pipe.  
2. This pump can also be used to trans-  
fer water (e.g. household, farming,  
plumbing).  
Please note!  
1. Do not install the pump by suspend-  
ing it unsupported from its delivery  
pipe or power cord. The pump must  
be suspended from the handle or be  
placed on the bottom of the shaft. To  
ensure that the pump works properly,  
keep the bottom of the shaft free from  
sludge and dirt of all kinds.  
OPERATIOn  
After reading these instructions, con-  
sider the following points before starting  
the pump:  
1. Verify that the pump rests on the floor  
of the shaft, if it is not suspended by  
the handle.  
2. If the water level sinks too low, any  
sludge in the shaft will dry out and  
stop the pump from starting. To help  
ensure the pump will start as re-  
quired, check the pump regularly with  
start-up tests.  
2. Verify that the delivery pipe is prop-  
erly connected.  
3. Verify that the electrical connection is  
115 V~, 60 Hz.  
3. The pump must be installed with an  
automatic float switch (not included)  
to prevent running dry.  
4. Verify that the electrical socket is in  
good condition.  
Power Supply  
5. Verify that water and moisture cannot  
get near the power supply socket.  
1. The pump is equipped with a shock-  
proof plug according to regulations.  
The pump is designed to be connect-  
ed to 115 V~, 60 Hz safety socket.  
6. Verify that the pump is installed so as  
to prevent running dry.  
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FIgURE B  
MAInTEnAncE  
IMPELLER  
(14)  
TO PREVEnT  
SERIOUS InjURy  
FROM AccIdEnTAL  
OPERATIOn:  
Unplug the Pump from its  
electrical outlet before  
performing any inspection,  
maintenance, or cleaning  
procedures.  
If the pump is moved during op-  
eration, flush it out with clean water after  
every use.  
FILTER  
(11)  
Quarterly Maintenance  
The below maintenance must be per-  
formed at least once every 3 months under  
optimal conditions. For frequent use, or  
dirty areas, more frequent maintenance is  
required.  
a. Remove the Filter (11) from the  
pump case.  
b. Clean the impeller with clean water.  
c. To prevent damage, do not rest the  
pump on the impeller or pry against  
the impeller.  
1. Clean sludge and debris from the bot-  
tom of the shaft.  
2. Rinse the housing off with clean wa-  
ter.  
d. Reassemble in reverse order.  
3. Clean fibers from inside the pump  
housing with a pressure washer (not  
included).  
4. If the pump housing cannot be  
cleaned from the outside, it must be  
thoroughly cleaned. Make sure the  
power cord is unplugged before  
maintenance. Dismantle the bottom  
part of the pump as follows:  
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Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Pump runs, but  
will not deliver any  
water.  
Possible causes  
Possible Solutions  
1. Filter and/or impeller clogged. 1. Remove filter. Clean out dirt and debris from  
filter and impeller. Then replace Filter.  
2. When starting, the pump water 2. There must be at least 1/8” deep water for the  
height (1/8”) falls below the  
minimum water level.  
Pump to operate properly.  
3. Low line voltage.  
3. Consult with an electrician.  
4. Optional check valve stuck or 4. Remove and examine check valve.  
installed backwards.  
Pump won’t start  
or run.  
1. Check power connections and 1. Consult with an electrician.  
circuits/fuses.  
2. Water level too low.  
2. Allow water level to rise above 1/8”, or move  
Pump to a lower location.  
3. Filter and/or impeller clogged. 3. Remove filter. Clean out dirt and debris from  
filter and impeller. Then replace filter.  
4. Defective motor.  
4. Have a qualified service technician repair or  
replace.  
Excessive noise or 1. Worn bearings.  
vibration.  
1. Have a qualified service technician repair or  
replace.  
2. Debris in impeller.  
2. Remove filter. Clean impeller. Then replace  
filter.  
3. Discharge garden hose  
restricted.  
3. Clean Pump and discharge garden hose.  
Pump starts  
and stops too  
frequently.  
1. Water temperature too high.  
1. Do not exceed temperatures above 95°  
Fahrenheit.  
2. Back flow of water from  
2. Install or inspect optional check valve.  
discharge garden hose.  
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the  
tool. disconnect power supply before service.  
PLEASE REAd THE FOLLOWIng cAREFULLy  
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLy  
DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLy. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR  
DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANy REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTy OF ANy KIND TO THE BUyER THAT  
HE OR SHE IS qUALIFIED TO MAKE ANy REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS  
qUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANy PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/  
OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLy STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD  
BE UNDERTAKEN By CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT By THE BUyER. THE  
BUyER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITy ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE  
ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER  
INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.  
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PARTS LIST  
Part  
1
description  
Power Cord & Plug  
Water Outlet  
Qty.  
1
Part  
description  
Qty.  
5
16 Screw  
17 Screw  
2
1
1
3
Pump Shell  
1
18 Hold Down Ring  
19 O-Ring  
1
4
O-Ring  
1
1
5
Cable Guard  
1
20 Oil Seal  
3
6
Cable Compaction Buckle  
Capacitor  
1
21 Motor Foreside  
22 O-Ring  
1
7
1
1
8
Cable Compaction Board  
Screw  
1
23 Motor Lining  
24 Stator  
1
9
3
1
10 Screw  
11 Filter  
12 Base  
13 Nut  
4
25 Bearing  
2
1
26 Rotor  
1
1
27 Washer  
1
1
28 Back Cover  
29 Wire Jacket  
1
14 Impeller  
15 Washer  
1
1
1
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ASSEMBLy dIAgRAM  
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LIMITEd 1 yEAR / 90 dAy WARRAnTy  
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high  
quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that for a period  
of ninety days from date of purchase that the engine/motor, the belts (if so equipped),  
and the blades (if so equipped) are free of defects in materials and workmanship. Har-  
bor Freight Tools also warrants to the original purchaser, for a period of one year from  
date of purchase, that all other parts and components of the product are free from  
defects in materials and workmanship (90 days if used by a professional contractor or  
if used as rental equipment). This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or  
indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our  
facilities, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable  
for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or con-  
sequential damages arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow the  
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation  
of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTy IS EXPRESSLy IN LIEU OF ALL  
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF  
MERCHANTABILITy AND FITNESS.  
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with  
transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the com-  
plaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection verifies the defect, we will ei-  
ther repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase  
price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return re-  
paired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect  
resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost  
of returning the product.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights  
which vary from state to state.  
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • (800) 444-3353  
Record Product’s Serial number Here:  
note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.  
note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail-  
able individually as replacement parts.  
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