How loud is this when running? Can anyone say how loud this pump is when running? I currently have an Intex 56635E 1,500-Gallon Filter Pump. Anyone know if it would be much louder compared to that? I wouldn't want to upset the neighbors! I saw one video of it on youtube and it seemed loud but it's hard to tell from a video. How loud is this when running? Can anyone say how loud this pump is when running? I currently have an Intex 56635E 1,500-Gallon Filter Pump. Anyone know if it would be much louder compared to that?... » Read More How loud is this when running? Can anyone say how loud this pump is when running? I currently have an Intex 56635E 1,500-Gallon Filter Pump. Anyone know if it would be much louder compared to that? I wouldn't want to upset the neighbors! I saw one video of it on youtube and it seemed loud but it's hard to tell from a video. « Show Less
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quiter than the cheap filter pump once its running and all air is purged , which takes 5 min 15 feet away barely hear it running
190282
It certainly isn't going to upset your neighbors! It isn't silent but it isn't louder than any other pump I have ever heard either.
17614
It's as quiet as can be for an electric pump. It does make noise, but it isn't that loud. I whole heartedly recommend this pump. If you're trying to pump in the middle of the night, it seems louder so I just throw a pillow over it.
1568676
Mine is not quiet, but it's certainly not offensive. Sounds like most any pump machine.
1831105
It's super loud. My office building has a Nursing Mothers Room that has three chairs with curtains around them and I've been in there when it's full and my pump is by far the loudest one. I don't mind since we're in a separate room, but if you were planning on doing it in an area where there's no sealed doors or full walls, I'm guessing people will be able to hear it. ...I've tried burying the pump in the bottom of the bag and covering it with my coat and it's still loud...
1439946
I have the 500 and it is not that loud. You can hear it click every few seconds when it's generating water, but nothing too noticeably loud. It's quieter than people in the room talking.
2180148
Hello,The pump is not very noisy. It is like a humming sound. I hope this helps. I really like the Leg wraps.
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Just bought a B60 this week. We have an older MODEL (B50 I think-makes 2 sizes) and have had it over a year and LOVE IT. We bought the newer one to use at our primary residence and will take the other one to a beach house. Well I jumped when it first "went on" it was so loud and continues to be loud as the water fills etc. It is at least twice as loud as the older model. I called customer service and was told to put a mat or mouse pad underneath. This really did not help much. I will take the B60 back and may try another B60 hoping we just got a "loud" one. The one that we bought should not be that loud (as we have a comparison). Will keep you posted. Just bought a B60 this week. We have an older MODEL (B50 I think-makes 2 sizes) and have had it over a year and LOVE IT. We bought the newer one to use at our primary residence and will take the other one to a beach house. Well I jumped when it first "went on" it was so loud and continues to be loud as the water fills etc. It is at least twice as loud as the older model. I called customer service and was told to put a mat or mouse pad underneath. This really did not help much. I will take the B60 back and may try another B60 hoping we just got a "loud" one. The one that... » Read More Just bought a B60 this week. We have an older MODEL (B50 I think-makes 2 sizes) and have had it over a year and LOVE IT. We bought the newer one to use at our primary residence and will take the other one to a beach house. Well I jumped when it first "went on" it was so loud and continues to be loud as the water fills etc. It is at least twice as loud as the older model. I called customer service and was told to put a mat or mouse pad underneath. This really did not help much. I will take the B60 back and may try another B60 hoping we just got a "loud" one. The one that we bought should not be that loud (as we have a comparison). Will keep you posted. « Show Less
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It should maintain the pressure so it should be instantaneous. If it's not doing that, then there may be a leak (in the pipes, in the seals, in the connections, etc.). And, depends on what you mean by "loud". Not loud to me; not loud enough to drown out a conversation, but certainly loud enough that you don't really want it to be in your living quarters. It should be just a humming sort of sound, the motor and pump running, no squeals or grinding sounds.
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Even at n6 volts it is noisier than I would want in my office, let alone bedroom. I also bought the model 160-8 Leisure Components unit (6-12 volt also) Much less noisy, but still noisier than a fish tank pump I used to have in my 15 gallon aquarium
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Mine runs constantly. Was surprised at how quiet it was. Has a slight change in speed when fuel bowls are full. No high pitch whine like some electric pumps. Reminds me of an aquarium aerator,slow and steady.
548336
I read the (decibel) dB's is high 50's on low fan. IMO, it is in-between loud and quiet, in the middle. Most of the noise comes from the water being hit by the condenser fan at the rear of the unit. Another noise I heard was the grille forward of the air filter which was vibrating. Two small foam pieces strategically placed, which came with the unit, removed that noise.
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Neighbors would definitely would not complain. It is not very loud. I always run at 2/3 capacity and find it is at a very tolerable level. I can imagine putting a towel under it and you almost wouldn't hear it. hope this helps/ i am very happy with this machine.
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Im not sure..I brought for my boyfriend for his work van. The pump works. He did say pump is a lil noisy.
1399043
I don't remember it being loud, just a little motorized noise. You should return it and have it replaced if it's loud! Good luck!:)
1152970
You will hear a small bubbling noise from the filter, however, the air pump is usually just as loud. So all-in-all, I would say, not very loud.
1343755
It uses a vibratory pump which emit some noise when running, but it should not be loud enough to scare anybody. It should be serviced or replaced.
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At least yours still makes noises. That said, I had a similar experience with the HAAN I had. Upon start-up there are loud clicking noises that get quieter as the pump primes with water. The unit I purchased stopped working after the third use.