What precautions should I take using this as a transfer pump for maple sugaring? I plan to use it to move sap. Can be freezing at night.
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You could use it for if you DO NOT leave any sap in the pump overnight to freeze ! Drain the pump, might even suggest to rinse it since the sap can also harden to sugar. Good luck.
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Hello! Due to the harsh mid-west winter temperatures, some of pumps have experienced damage due to freezing during postal transit. Please contact Relogy Shop through your Amazon account, and we will be happy to replace your pump as soon as possible. Thank you! The Customer Service Team at Relogy Shop
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In the instructions, it states NOT to use outside or in the ground. The housing "bucket" is fairly durable plastic housing, but could be a problem if it freezes. The pump itself is a heavy duty sump pump (and heavy). There is no concern about it getting wet, since the top is sealed and it is a sump pump (meant to be under water). Hope this helps.
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I would not try to break ice with it. I suggest a metal shovel for that purpose. If you first sprinkle de-icer this will shovel it all up nicely. It is also useful for small leaves and pine needles.
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It is rather stiff tubing that I buried in several places. Not sure that it would withstand freezing in winter but other than that I would bury it. It uses barb type connectors, any hardware store would have adapters to match any tubing size to any other size.
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This is a limited duty submersible sump pump. Designed for removal of foundation water to the outside. I see no reason it couldn't be used outside as long as there is some protection from freezing temperatures.
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We go south for the winter, that prevents freeze damage! Seriously though, the tubes are rubber and would not be harmed by freezing, the caps are solid plastic, I doubt that the volume of water left in them would be a problem, but I suppose you could always put the original caps back for winter storage. Why don't you try contacting the mfr directly, they would be able to give you the proper answer. Good question though, I had not really thought about it before, but it does remind me, I do need to top up my batteries.
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It is not designed to be used as a ice chest. It is a true freezer/refer. There is no drain hole on the unit. From my understanding compressor units should be left in the upright position so just tipping them over is not good for them.
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we have several of these pumps and although it is possible to draw some oil from a system during any 400 to 600 micron system we consider this the best pump we have used. The pump has oil, the system has oil so oil can be an issue. I suggest you review your hookup and operational process before going further. Also the longer the hoses the more oil can be extracted from the system during evacuation. Lesser CFM pumps never pull hard enough to be problematic. We never use more than a 7 cfm model because of this situation. You could have a problem. We suggest you speak with a Yellow Jacket factory rep.
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Hi, Tracy. We live where it freezes and snows all winter, so, no, we do not leave it out then. If it were drained, it might be okay, but it is portable enough for my husband to carry it to the basement for winter storage. This is our second summer using this pump and it is still pumping strong.
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I used this to make an evaporation unit to boil maple syrup, other reviews say they've used it for home brewing... Not much different. I hooked directly to an outside gas line and use a ball valve to regulate the flow. This thing means business! It puts out the heat. I have to keep it about 2/3rds open or it will boil out of control.
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I use it for a pool cover pump. It uses the liquid it's pumping to cool but I have accidentally left it on all night(a couple of times) and it was fine. It's a great pump.
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I suppose if you didn't fill it up all the way (to allow for expansion when the water freezes) it would be ok. I'd be careful, though. The bottle is a bit on the cheaper side, so you might want to be gentle with it.
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My question to you is ... how are you going to snake in a hose or whatever you intend to use if what's in the pipe is solidified liquid (ice) This wonderful tool works wonders blasting through soft stuff that prevents water from flowing but it is not designed to break through ice. I hope I have understood your situation and my answer makes sense to you.
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Yes but it was never designed as a transfer pump. I tried to transfer fuel with this pump and it is very slow. I would say if you are doing over 20 gallons buy two pumps or search for an actual transfer pump or just be able to let it run over night.also some clear hose on the intake side may be a good idea if you are having to put together multiple connections. this way you will know if there is an air leak somewhere. if i didn't have a clear hose i never would have none there was a leak in my setup and it is amazing how the smallest air leak can greatly cut the amount of fuel you pull. just a suggestion Yes but it was never designed as a transfer pump. I tried to transfer fuel with this pump and it is very slow. I would say if you are doing over 20 gallons buy two pumps or search for an actual transfer pump or just be able to let it run over night.also some clear hose on the intake side may be a good idea if you are having to put together multiple connections. this way you will know if there is an air leak somewhere. if i didn't have a clear hose i never would have none there was a leak in my setup and it is amazing how the smallest air leak can greatly cut the amount of fuel... » Read More Yes but it was never designed as a transfer pump. I tried to transfer fuel with this pump and it is very slow. I would say if you are doing over 20 gallons buy two pumps or search for an actual transfer pump or just be able to let it run over night.also some clear hose on the intake side may be a good idea if you are having to put together multiple connections. this way you will know if there is an air leak somewhere. if i didn't have a clear hose i never would have none there was a leak in my setup and it is amazing how the smallest air leak can greatly cut the amount of fuel you pull. just a suggestion « Show Less
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I believe you should be able to use this on a m/s system as long as the system is empty. You will need to get a hose and adapter. Doug -The pump works very well by the way.
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no, i am a contractor it will freeze. if its a summer home pump anti-freeze through it blowing out lines will not work. takagi is the best on the market