M53 - Water pump Zoeller - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Submersible sump pump
Brand	Zoeller
Model	M53
Power supply	115 V, 60 Hz, single-phase
Cable length	8 m or 10 m depending on version
Discharge diameter	1 1/2" NPT
Maximum water temperature	54 °C (130 °F)
Control type	Built-in float switch
Maximum flow rate	Approximately 163 L/min at 1.5 m head
Maximum head	Approximately 5.9 m (19.25 ft)
Application	Clear water drainage, basement sump
Housing material	Cast iron or stainless steel (not specified)
Electrical protection	GFCI breaker required
Installation	Above ground level, in a basin
Maintenance	Check float, clean strainer, run once a month
Warranty	3 years (according to warranty table)
Replacement parts available	Replacement pump (part number 007917 for M53 115V)

Frequently Asked Questions - M53 Zoeller

How to install the M53 pump?

Follow the installation instructions provided with the pump. Ensure the basin is on a firm and level surface. Use a check valve on the discharge pipe. Always plug the pump into a grounded outlet with a GFCI breaker.

What is the power supply voltage of the M53 pump?

The M53 pump operates at 115 V, 60 Hz, single-phase. Check the nameplate to confirm.

Can I use the pump for sewage?

No, Zoeller M53 sump pumps are not designed for pumping raw sewage. They are intended for clear or slightly dirty water.

How to test the pump's proper operation?

Fill the basin with water and check that the pump starts and stops automatically. Inspect the pipes for leaks. Repeat if necessary.

What to do if the pump does not start?

Check the fuse, voltage, and ensure the circuit is not overloaded. Make sure the float is not stuck in the down position. If the problem persists, contact an authorized Zoeller repair center.

What is the maximum water temperature?

The maximum operating temperature for the M53 pump is 54 °C (130 °F). Do not exceed this temperature to avoid damaging the pump.

How to clean the pump?

Always unplug the pump before maintenance. Clean the strainer housing and remove debris. Check that the float moves freely. Do not disassemble the pump yourself.

Should the pump be plugged into a GFCI outlet?

Yes, to reduce the risk of electric shock, always plug the pump into a properly grounded outlet protected by a GFCI breaker. Do not use an extension cord.

Where to find the pump model number?

The model number and date code are located on the warning label on the pump cover.

What is the warranty for the M53 pump?

According to the warranty table, the M53 pump has a 3-year warranty from the date of purchase, subject to the conditions stated in the limited warranty.

USER MANUAL M53 Zoeller

Product information presented here reflects conditions at time of publication. Consult factory regarding discrepancies or inconsistencies.

DRAIN PUMP SYSTEMS

MODEL:

DATE CODE:

DATE INSTALLED:

WHITS UPC COVPUES WITH ABOVE A112.8.4 END CSG B05.8

* MODEL 104 IS NOT UPC APPROVED.

MODELS 104\*, 105, 106, 110, 115, 120, 131

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Inspect your unit. 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 specific details regarding installation and use. These materials should be retained for future reference.

SEE BELOW FOR LIST OF WARNINGS

1. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, a properly grounded receptacle of grounding type must be installed and protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) and in accordance with National Electrical Code and local codes. (SEE WARNING BELOW)
2. Make certain that the receptacle 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 sufficient voltage to the pump motor. But more important, they could present a safety hazard if the insulation were to become damaged or the connection end were to fall into the sump.
3. Testing for Ground. As a safety measure, each electrical outlet should be checked for ground using an Underwriters Laboratory Listed circuit analyzer which will indicate if the power, neutral and ground wires are correctly connected to your outlet. If they are not, call a qualified electrician.
4. For Added Safety. Pump must be connected to a 3-prong grounded outlet interrupter device (ground fault circuit interrupter).
5. FOR YOUR PROTECTION, ALWAYS DISCONNECT PUMP FROM ITS POWER SOURCE BEFORE HANDLING. Single phase pumps are supplied with a 3-prong grounded plug to help protect you against the possibility of electrical shock. DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, REMOVE THE GROUND PIN. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, a properly grounded receptacle of grounding type must be installed and protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in accordance with national electrical code and local codes.
6. Installation and checking of electrical circuits and hardware should only be performed by a qualified licensed electrician.
7. Risk of electric shock - These pumps have not been investigated for use in swimming pool areas.
8. Prop65 Warning for California residents:
   : Came WARNING Reproductive Harm- www.P65Warning.ca.gov.

CAUTION

SEE BELOW FOR LIST OF CAUTIONS

1. Check to be sure your power source is adequate for handling the voltage requirements of the motor, as indicated on the pump or basin plate.
2. Make sure the pump electrical supply circuit is equipped with fuses or circuit breakers of proper capacity. A separate branch circuit is recommended, sized according to the National Electrical Code for the current shown on the pump name plate.
3. All plumbing (discharge and vent lines) must be installed to meet local codes. Unit must be vented. DO NOT USE AN AUTOMATIC PLUMBING VENT DEVICE SIMILAR TO A "PRO-VENT". Some states require this product to be installed by a licensed plumber.
4. Repair and service should be performed by Zoeller Pump Company Authorized Service Station only.
5. CHECK VALVE MUST BE USED TO REDUCE UNNECESSARY CYCLING OF PUMP. Check valve must be purchased separately on model 104 only.
6. Dewatering pumps are not designed or intended for handling raw sewage.
7. Maximum operating temperature for 105-131 Drain Pumps must not exceed 130 °F (54 °C). 104 Drain Pumps are not to exceed 110 °F (43 °C).
8. For health reasons, do not unplug, turn off, or disable pump and use pump tank system as a way to fill up a sink or laundry tray, etc.
9. Unit is designed for above ground installation only.

Pumps with the "UL" mark and pumps with the "US" mark are tested to UL Standard UL778. CSA Certified pumps are certified to CSA Standard C22.2 No. 108.

REFER TO WARRANTY ON PAGE 2.

Limited Warranty

Manufacturer warrants, to the purchaser and subsequent owner during the warranty period, every new product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service, when properly used and maintained, for THE PERIOD MENTIONED IN THE CHART BELOW FOR THE SPECIFIC MODEL PURCHASED, from the date of purchase. Proof of purchase is required. Parts that fail within the warranty period, that inspections determine to be defective in material or workmanship, will be repaired, replaced or remanufactured at Manufacturer's option, provided however, that by so doing we will not be obligated to replace an entire assembly, the entire mechanism or the complete unit. No allowance will be made for shipping charges, damages, labor or other charges that may occur due to product failure, repair or replacement. This warranty does not apply to and there shall be no warranty for any material or product that has been disassembled without prior approval of Manufacturer, subjected to misuse, misapplication, neglect, alteration, accident or act of nature; that has not been installed, operated or maintained in accordance with Manufacturer's installation instructions; that has been exposed to outside substances including but not limited to the following: sand, gravel, cement, mud, tar, hydrocarbons, hydrocarbon derivatives (oil, gasoline, solvents, etc.), or other abrasive or corrosive substances,

wash towels or feminine sanitary products, etc. in all pumping applications. The warranty set out in the paragraph above is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied; and we do not authorize any representative or other person to assume for us any other liability in connection with our products. Contact Manufacturer at, 3649 Cane Run Road, Louisville, Kentucky 40211, Attention: Customer Service Department to obtain any needed repair or replacement of part(s) or additional information pertaining to our warranty.

MANUFACTURER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OR BREACH OF EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTY; AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND OF MERCHANTABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow limitations on the duration of an implied warranty, so the above limitation may not apply to you. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Drain Pump Model	104 105 106 110 115 120 131
Pump Model	M72	M53	M63	M55	M57	M59	M98
Warranty	2 year	3 year	5 year	1 year	3 year	1 year	3 year

In instances where property damages are incurred as a result of an alleged product failure, the property owner must retain possession of the product for investigation purpose.

Service Checklist

▲ WARNING ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS- Before servicing a pump, always shut off the main power breaker and then unplug the pump - making sure you are not standing in water and wearing insulated protective sole shoes. Under flooded conditions, contact your local electric company or a qualified licensed electrician for disconnecting electrical service prior to pump removal.

▲ WARNING Submersible pumps can become pressurized under normal operating conditions — allow 2-1/2 hours after disconnecting before attempting service.

CONDITION	COMMON CAUSES
A. Pump will not start or run.	Check fuse, low voltage, overload open, open or incorrect wiring, open switch, impeller or seal bound mechanically, defective capacitor or relay when used, motor or wiring shorted. Float assembly held down. Switch defective, damaged, or out of adjustment.
B. Motor overheats and trips overload or blows fuse.	Incorrect voltage, negative head (discharge open lower than normal) impeller or seal bound mechanically, defective capacitor or relay, motor shorted.
C. Pump starts and stops too often.	Float too tight on rod, check valve stuck, or none installed in long distance line, overload open, switch defective.
D. Pump will not shut off.	Debris under float assembly, float or float rod bound by basin sides or other, switch defective, damaged or out of adjustment.
E. Pump operates but delivers little or no water.	Check strainer housing, discharge pipe, or if check valve is used, the vent hole must be clear. Discharge head exceeds pump capacity. Low or incorrect voltage. Incorrect motor rotation. Capacitor defective. Incoming water containing air or causing air to enter pumping chamber.
F. Drop in head and/or capacity after a period of use.	Increased pipe friction, clogged line or check valve. Abrasive material and adverse chemicals could possibly deteriorate impeller and pump housing. Check line. Remove base and inspect.
G. If tank or fittings leak.	Carefully tighten pipe joints (use pipe dope) and screws. Check gasket location, tighten lid evenly. Do not over tighten fittings or screws.

If the above checklist does not uncover the problem, consult the factory. do you attempt to service or otherwise disassemble pump. Service must be performed by Zoeller authorized Service and warranty centers. Go to www.zoellerpump.com to find the authorized service center in your area.

Ten Helpful Hints For Easy Installation

1. Read all instructions before beginning installation.
2. Be certain that basin is on a firm level surface.
3. Do not use an automatic plumbing vent device.
4. Do not over-torque lid attachment screws.
5. Always use a check valve on the discharge line.

6. Test operation of pump per STEP 6.

7. Always provide some means to disconnect basin from plumbing for maintenance purposes.

8. Run unit at least once a month to verify proper operation.
9. The model number and date code can be found on the lid warning label.
10. Plug pump into a properly grounded GFCI receptacle.

Do's And Don't's For Installing A Unit

1. DO read all installation material included with the pump.
2. DO inspect unit for any visible damage caused by shipping. Contact dealer if unit appears to be damaged.
3. DO clean all debris from the basin and pump.

4. DO always disconnect pump from power source before handling. DO always connect to a separately protected and properly grounded ground fault protected circuit. DO NOT ever cut, splice or damage power cord. DO NOT carry or lift pump by its power cord. DO NOT use an extension cord.

5. DO NOT use a discharge pipe smaller than the pump discharge size.

6. DO test pump immediately after installation to be sure that the system is working properly.
7. DO review all applicable local and national codes and verify that the installation conforms to each of them.
8. DO NOT install unit in the ground.

Performance Characteristics

MODELS		104		105/106110/115/120		131
Feet	Meters	Gal.	Liters Gal.	Liters Gal.			Liters
5 1.5		38	144	43	163	72	273
10 3.0		30	114	34	129	61	231
15 4.6		14	53	19	72	45	170
20 6.1		--	--	--	--	25	95
Shut-off Head:		18 ft. (5.5m)		19.25 ft. (5.9m)		23 ft. (7.0m)

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STEP 1 determine Installation Configuration

NOTE: The basin is designed to be installed directly under the sink (Internal Trap) or on the side (Standard).

IMPORTANT!

Check local and state codes before using the internal trap option.

1.1) Figure 1.1A and 1.1B are typical configurations for installation of the drain systems. The actual configuration will vary depending on your cabinet and sink configuration.

NOTE: If installing the internal trap, record the "x" dimension, it will be required in Step 4.

INTERNAL TRAP COMPONENTS SUPPLIED BY OTHERS.!

Figure 1.1A INTERNAL TRAP

Figure 1.1B STANDARD (EXTERNAL TRAP)

SK2001

STEP 2 install the Discharge Pipe onto the Pump (All Models)

IMPORTANT! BE SURE THAT WEEPHOLE IS NOT DIRECTED TOWARD THE FLOAT!

Water stream will be visible from this hole during pump run periods.
SK2002
3.1) Install the gasket into the "gasket seat" at the top of the basin, refer to Figure 3.1 for details.

Figure 2.1

STEP 3 installation of the Gasket

Figure 3.1
SK2972

STEP 4 Internal Trap Installation Only

4.1) Cut the tailpipe to the dimension determined in Figure 4.1.
4.2) Install the sink drain components to the lid as shown in Figure 4.2.
4.3) Orient the lid assembly as shown in Figure 4.3 and secure the trap components.

(HAND TIGHTEN the assembly to the lid at this time. Adjustment will be required in Step 5.)

Note: To ensure a proper water seal, the extension must be installed as shown in the "trap detail".

INTERNAL TRAP COMPONENTS SUPPLIED BY OTHERS.

Figure 4.1

Figure 4.2

Figure 4.3

SK2004

STEP 5 final Assembly

NOTE: External plumbing configuration will vary depending on the location of basin, location of main stack and available space.

5.1) Place the pump in the basin as shown in Figure 5.1.

NOTE: If installing the internal trap, rotate the tail pipe to the orientation shown in Figure 5.1.

5.2) Install the lid components as shown in Figure 5.2.

NOTE: Pull excess cordage through the opening and install the cord seal as shown in Figure 5.3A. Insure o-ring is in the cap before installation.

5.3) Place the basin assembly in its final position and complete plumbing. Secure all connections (shown in 5.3A or 5.3B).

Figure 5.1
SK2005

Figure 5.2
SK2007A

INTERNAL TRAP INSTALLATION STANDARD INSTALLATION
*CHECK VALVE MUST BE
PURCHASED SEPARATELY
FOR MODEL 104 & 132-0005.

Figure 5.3B
SK2006

STEP 6 Initial Testing of Drain Basin System

6.1) Plug the cord into a properly grounded GFCI receptacle.
6.2) Fill tank with water.
6.3) Check all plumbing for leaks as the basin fills.
6.4) Verify that the pump starts and stops.
6.5.) Check the discharge line for leaks as the pump empties the basin.
6.6.) Repeat steps 6.2 to 6.5 as necessary to insure proper operation.
6.7.) If problems persist, refer to the troubleshooting guide located on page 2 of this manual.

Illustrated Parts Breakdown

MODELS			105-D 106-A 110-D 115-D 120-D 131-C			104-D
ITEM	DESCRIPTION QTY		08/00 thru Current	04/20 thru Current	08/00 thru Current	08/00 thru Current	08/00 thru Current	08/00 thru Current	08/00 thru Current
1	Replacement pump - M53/M55/M57/M59 (115V)	1	M53 007917	N/A	M55 007918	M57 007919	M59 007920	N/A N/A
		1	M53 (25' cord) 152119	N/A N/A	N/A N/A	N/A N/A
		1	M53 (35' cord) 152120	N/A N/A	N/A N/A	N/A N/A
	Replacement pump - M98 (115V)	1	N/A	N/A N/A	N/A N/A			M98 007921	N/A
		1	N/A	N/A N/A	N/A N/A			M98 (35' cord) 150116	N/A
	Replacement pump - M72 (115V)	1	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	M72 72-0001
	Replacement pump - M63 (115V)	1	N/A	M63 63-0009	N/A N/A	N/A	N/A N/A
2	Basin - Tank	1	013017	013017	013017	013017	013017	013017	013017
3	Discharge Pipe	1	013732	013732	013732	013732	013732	014759	013732
4	Basin - Cover	1	013018	013018	013018	013018	013018	013018	013018
5	Hardware Pack & Seal	1	152611	152611	152611	152611	152611	152611	152611
6	Seal	1	152607	152607	152607	152607	152607	152607	152607
7	Unicheck	1	30-0181	30-0181	30-0181	30-0181	30-0181	30-0181	30-0181

Notes:
1. Hardware pack consists of (8) 1/4" - 20 x 1-1/4" long hex washer stainless steel machine screws, (8) #1/4" - 20 hex flange stainless steel hex nuts along with (1) pipe cap, (1) O-ring, and (1) basin seal.

MODEL 105/106/110/115/120/131

SK2008A

MODEL 104

SK2008B

Trusted. Tested. Tough®

MODELO:

CÓDIGO DE FECHA:

FIGURA 1.1A TRAMPA INTERNA

FIGURA 1.1B ESTÁNDAR (TRAMPA EXTERNA)

SK2001S

FIGURA 5.3A
FIGURA 5.3B
SK2006S

PASO 6

MODELO 1104

Figure 5.3A Figure 5.3B

SK2006F

MODÈLE 1104