ALUMINUM UTILITY PUMP RL25U
APPLICATIONS
Ideal for general water transfer applications and household water removal in places like basements, crawl spaces, rooftops, and window wells. Also consider using with the RL-SPDK universal hose kit when the application requires moving water up to 24′ away from the site.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- Submersible 1/4 HP, 115 Volt utility pump
- Corrosion-resistant epoxy-coated cast aluminum casing for superior heat dissipation
- Lightweight portability
- Screened bottom intake removes water to within 1/4″ of surface
- 3/4″ garden hose discharge with 1-1/4″ FNPT adapter included
- 10′ power cord
- 5-year warranty
OWNER’S MANUAL
RL25U Multi-Purpose Pump
This submersible multi-purpose pump is designed for clear water transfer applications and household water removal. The pump is for use with water only.
Do NOT use this pump for:
- Transferring potable water
- Effluent or sewage applications
- Applications where debris (gravel, sand, etc.), abrasives, or corrosives are present
- As a pond pump, or for pumping seawater
- Sprinkler systems—this pump does not deliver enough pressure for sprinkler applications
- Locations classified as hazardous according to the National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA)
The pump motor is equipped with an automatic resetting thermal protector, and may restart unexpectedly. Thermal Protector tripping is an indication of motor overloading or overheating. This can be caused by application issues such as an obstructed pump impeller, pump running dry, pump air-locked, pump short cycling, excessively high or low voltage supply, or possibly a pump, motor, bearing, or seal that has reached the end of its useful life.
Please examine your pump carefully to ensure that no damage occurred during shipment. If damage has occurred, please contact the place of purchase. They will assist you in replacement or repair, if required.
BEFORE GETTING STARTED
This equipment should be installed and serviced by technically qualified personnel who are familiar with the correct selection and use of appropriate tools, equipment, and procedures. Failure to comply with national and local electrical and plumbing codes and within Red Lion recommendations may result in electrical shock or fire hazard, unsatisfactory performance, or equipment failure.
Know the product’s application, limitations, and potential hazards. Read and follow instructions carefully to avoid injury and property damage. Do not disassemble or repair unit unless described in this manual.
Refer to product data plate(s) for additional precautions, operating instructions and specifications.
Failure to follow installation or operation procedures and all applicable codes may result in the following hazards:
DANGER
Risk of death, personal injury, or property damage due to explosion, fire, or electric shock.
- Do not use to pump flammable or explosive fluids such as gaso-line, fuel oil, kerosene, etc.
- Do not use in explosive atmospheres or hazardous locations as classified by the NEC, ANSI/NFPA70.
- Do not handle a pump or pump motor with wet hands or when standing on a wet or damp surface, or in water until the unit is unplugged or electrically disconnected.
- When a pump is in its application, do not touch the motor, pipes, or water until the unit is unplugged or electrically disconnected.
- If the power disconnect is out of sight, lock it in the open posi– tion and tag it to prevent unexpected application of power.
WARNING
High voltages capable of causing severe injury or death by electrical shock are present in this unit.
- To reduce risk of electrical shock, disconnect power before working on or around the system. More than one disconnect switch may be required to de-energize the equipment before servicing.
- Connect this pump to a circuit equipped with a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) device if required by code.
- This product is supplied with a grounding conductor and grounding-type attachment plug. To reduce risk of electric
shock, be certain that it is connected only to a properly grounded grounding-type receptacle. Do not remove the third prong from the plug. The third prong is to ground the pump to help prevent possible electric shock hazard. - Check electrical outlets with a circuit analyzer to ensure power, neutral, and ground wires are properly connected. If not, a qualified, licensed electrician should correct the problem.
- Wire pump system for correct voltages.
- The pump has been evaluated for use with water only. Pum should only be used with liquids compatible with pump component materials. If the pump is used with liquids incompatible with the pump components, the liquid can cause failure to the electrical insulation system resulting in electrical shock.
- Do not use the power cord for lifting the pump.
- Do not use an extension cord.
CAUTION
Risk of bodily injury, electric shock, or property damage.
- This equipment must not be used by children or persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental abilities, or lacking in experience and expertise, unless supervised or instructed. Children may not use the equipment, nor may they play with the unit or in the immediate vicinity.
- Equipment can start automatically. Always unplug the pump power cord and disconnect the electrical power before servicing the pump or switch.
- An inoperative or malfunctioning pump could lead to flooding, resulting in personal injury or property damage.
- In applications where property damage and/or personal injury might result from an inoperative or leaking pump due to power outages, discharge line blockage, or any other reason, an automatic back-up system and/or an alarm should be installed.
- Do not run the pump dry. If run dry, the surface temperature of the pump will rise to a high temperature that could cause skin burns if touched and will cause serious damage to the pump.
- Do not oil the motor. This unit is permanently lubricated. Oiling is not required. The pump’s motor housing is sealed. Do not open the sealed portion of the unit or remove housing screws. Opening the motor housing could cause serious electric shock and/or permanent damage to the pump.
- Operation of this equipment requires detailed installation and operation instructions provided in this manual for use with this product. Read entire manual before starting installation and operation. End User should receive and retain manual for future use.
- Keep safety labels clean and in good condition.
If products are not available at your local retailer, contact Technical Service at 888.885.9254 for ordering
information.
Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
1 | 14942729 | Discharge/Adapter Kit contains 3/4″ discharge, seals, hardware and 1-1/4″ FNPT adapter |
2 | 599002 | SA-1 Sacrifical Anode (Optional accessory) |
3 | 599304 | Universal 24′ Hose Kit with 1-1/4″ and 1-1/2 adapters (Optional accessory) |
4 | 14942904 | Vertical float switch with 10′ cord (Optional accessory) |
5 | 640171 | Tethered float switch with 10′ cord (Optional accessory) |
Model | Warranty | Item Number | UPC | HP | Amps/Volts | Disc. | Intake | Cord Length | Gallons Per Hour at Height | Shut Off | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0′ | 5′ | 10′ | 15′ | ||||||||||
RL25U | 5yr | 14942730 | 0 10121 00278 4 | 1/4 | 2.5/115 | 1-1/4″ FNPT 3/4″ GHT | Screened Bottom | 10′ | 1500 | 1250 | 900 | 500 | 19′ |
Model | Length | Width | Height | Weight (lbs) | Carton Cubes (cu ft) | Master Pack Qty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RL25U | 5.9″ 150 mm | 5.9″ 150 mm | 12.6″ 320 mm | 9 lbs 4.05 kg | 0.2538 | 6 |
Model | Length | Width | Height | Weight (lbs) | Carton Cubes (cu ft) | Pallet Quantity | Qty. per Layer | Layers per Palet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RL25U | 18.5″ | 12.6″ | 13.4″ | 55.5 | 1.8076 | 18 Master Packs | 6 Master Packs | 3 |
Model | Phase | Volts | Hz | Amps | Breaker Size | Watts | HP | Shut Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RL25U | 1 | 115 | 60 | 2.5 | 10 A | 230 | 1/4 | 19 ft (5.8 m) |
- Do not plug in the pump until all plumbing connections are complete and pump is secure.
- Connect a garden hose directly to the 3/4″ discharge or connect 1-1/4″ MNPT threaded pipe or hose to the 1-1/4″ FNPT adapter included.
NOTE: The Discharge Adapter is a two piece design. To use with a garden hose, unscrew the reducer from the elbow. The Adapter can also be rotated on the pump flange to allow the hose to be placed in either a vertical or horizontal position. When making these adjustments, be careful not to lose or damage the seals. - Place the pump vertically on a solid surface in the water to be removed. The water should be at least 1/2” deep. If the surface consists of dirt or sand, place the pump on a flat surface such as a piece of wood or metal to prevent it from being clogged.
- Position the free end of the hose or pipe where the water is to be relocated.
- Plug the power cord directly into an electrical outlet. To reduce the risk of electric shock, be certain it is connected only to a properly grounded grounding-type receptacle. A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) is recommended and may be required by code.
IMPORTANT: Check the pump label for proper voltage required. Do not connect to voltage other than that shown. - Unplug the unit as soon as the pump stops pumping water or the suction sound changes to prevent the pump from running dry. Do not let the unit run dry (without liquid). It is designed to be cooled by pumping fluid. The seal may be damaged and the motor may fail if the pump is allowed to run dry.
- If the pump does not operate properly, consult the Troubleshooting chart in this manual. If trouble cannot be located with the steps shown, consult your pump dealer or call 1-888-885-9254.
- Always unplug the pump power cord in addition to removing the fuse or shutting off the circuit breaker before working on the pump or switch.
- Let pump cool for a minimum of 2 hours before attempting to service. Submersible pumps can become pres-surized and hot under normal operating conditions.
- This unit is permanently lubricated. Oiling is not required. Do not open the sealed portion of the unit or remove housing screws.
- Do not remove the motor housing cover.• Do not remove the impeller. This action requires special tools and may damage the pump.
- Warranty is void if the motor housing cover or power cord have been removed.123
from the pump.
- Remove the screws (1) that hold the thermoplastic base (2) and volute plate (3) to the volute housing.
- Remove the base and volute plate.
- The impeller remains with the motor assembly. Do not remove the impeller. Clean the impeller and the volute passage. Do not use strong solvents on the impeller.
- Be sure the impeller turns freely after cleaning.
- Replace the volute plate and base and secure with screws.
Problem | Probable Causes | Corrective Action |
|---|---|---|
Pump does not turn on | Pump not plugged in. | Connect pump power cord to a GFCI circuit. |
Circuit breaker off or fuse removed. | Turn on circuit breaker or replace fuse. | |
Corroded power cord plug prongs. | Clean prongs on power cord plug. | |
Tripped overload. | Allow pump to cool, investigate cause (i.e. jammed impeller). | |
Defective motor. | Replace pump. | |
Pump runs but does not dis– charge fluid | Blocked or jammed impeller. | |
Suction lift is too high. | Reduce the pump height to water source. | |
Inlet to impeller plugged. | ||
Pump does not deliver rated capacity | Lift too high for pump. | Check rated pump performance. |
Partially blocked inlet. | Clean inlet. | |
Impeller or discharge pipe is clogged. | Pull pump and clean. Check hose for kinks or blockage. | |
Impeller wear due to abrasives. | Replace pump. |