I want to run pump 24/7 in my aquaponics garden. Will it last while always running?
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I have mine running 24 7 as long as u cleab it regularly and keep up the maintence don't let it clog then it will lasts
1541885
I use this pump to drain ponds and do water changes. I have never run it continuously except if a pumpgoes out in by ponds. I just use it to keep water moving until I can put in a new submersible pump. It isa powerful pump though. May ask the manufacturer if it can be used on a continuous basis..
1683297
I t actually runs forever. it does not last forever. the usp adapter broke from the inside when plugging. you cannot take it apart from the outside to fix inside. so in the trash it went.
1709196
I have run mine continuously for 7-8 hours for 3 days in a row before without a problem.
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As others have said, its the battery that goes first. Mine lasted about 3 years although they claim 5 out of them. the pump itself should last you about 10 years, but this all depends on how often its pumping. If its just occasionally when it rains heavy and there is a power outage, then it should last you a great deal of time.....but.....you should always test it on a regular basis. You do not want to be running to the local store looking for one when the power is out and you realize yours isnt working because guess what...so will everyone else and they will likely be sold out, plus you dont want to be changing a pump with a full sump. As others have said, its the battery that goes first. Mine lasted about 3 years although they claim 5 out of them. the pump itself should last you about 10 years, but this all depends on how often its pumping. If its just occasionally when it rains heavy and there is a power outage, then it should last you a great deal of time.....but.....you should always test it on a regular basis. You do not want to be running to the local store looking for one when the power is out and you realize yours isnt working because guess what...so will everyone else and they will likely be sold out, plus you... » Read More As others have said, its the battery that goes first. Mine lasted about 3 years although they claim 5 out of them. the pump itself should last you about 10 years, but this all depends on how often its pumping. If its just occasionally when it rains heavy and there is a power outage, then it should last you a great deal of time.....but.....you should always test it on a regular basis. You do not want to be running to the local store looking for one when the power is out and you realize yours isnt working because guess what...so will everyone else and they will likely be sold out, plus you dont want to be changing a pump with a full sump. « Show Less
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That is a hard one to answer. I had one that only lasted a few months but general I would say they last two to three years. Some definitely work better than others. I would think that the hours that you run the pump daily would be a factor. Good luck.
2110540
Not really damage the pump, but the motor would be running continually until pressure shut it off. So like if it ran for 2 or 3 days it would probably burn the motor up, its not made for continuous running.
1827756
The few times I have run out of water, the pump has kept going. As long as the sun is out, it will continue. The instructions do tell you thatprolonged periods with no water will shorten the life of the pump. I have a small birdbath and find I need to add water daily. If I am going out oftown for a few days, I simply bring the fountain inside.
1461424
It can be run "all the time", but unless you have a LARGE pond, I'd recommend a smaller unit...this one is fairly powerful.
1416737
i have been using mine for over a year now and it runs continuously. i have't had any problems at all. it works great.
707022
Yes, you can run the pool filter pump all day but it's not necessary. I have my pump on a timer and run my pump for 12 hours in the Summer. The Salt Water system must run while the pool filter pump is running or you'll get a "flow" error.
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I've run my previous one for twelve hours or longer. However, I burnt it out when I let it run dry overnight. I'm sure it would have continued to run, had there been water to pump. The unit is so good, for so little money, I bought another.
1275992
I did have the pump hooked up to a pressure tank for a short period of time and it worked fine. I don't know about prolonged use.
280049
I am sure you can use it for your project. Water usually starts to pump within 30 seconds or less after it is plugged in. There is no on/off switch for this pump so the water will run continuously.
44865
We've had ours running continuously since we bought it two years ago. Never had any problems with pump clogging we have it in line with a Fluval canister. Honestly though a common Pleco does the best job on keeping your tank clean from algae if that's your problem.
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I run mine twice a day for 2 hours each time. It only needs to run long enough to turn the pool water once each day.
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You get to set the number of seconds that the pump will operate at one time, and the number of times per day it will pump for that period of time. The amount of water pumped to each plant depends on how many plants you are running water to. Keep in mind that plants that are higher will get less water, and if a plant is below the water reservoir there is some probability that you will siphon water in addition to pumping it, or even just end up with a continuous siphon. You can use rechargeable batteries if you like, but regular batteries might last longer before having to replace the batteries. You get to set the number of seconds that the pump will operate at one time, and the number of times per day it will pump for that period of time. The amount of water pumped to each plant depends on how many plants you are running water to. Keep in mind that plants that are higher will get less water, and if a plant is below the water reservoir there is some probability that you will siphon water in addition to pumping it, or even just end up with a continuous siphon. You can use rechargeable batteries if you like, but regular batteries might last longer before having to replace the batteries.
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I got about 2 hours out them running constantly on high. I bought the hose adapter to hook up to a large tank. Not as portable with that, but it will last pretty much forever and you can always use the smaller tanks if you need to take it somewhere.