Hi All: Anyone have a sense of what the MINIMUM dims H/W/Depth of the sump pit must be to work perfectly? My existing pit's pump just died. Thanks!
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I don't have the exact dimensions, other than a minimum of an 11 inch diameter for the width of the base (from the spec sheet), but you might try calling Wayne for technical assistance at 800-237-0987.
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Yes, I have a 2 inch diameter pipe on the my sump as well. The sensors are held on by a plastic tip strap. On at the bottom of the pipe where you want the empty level of water to be and one at the top where you want the pump o turn on. It's all pretty clear in the instructions. I wasn't sure of these when I got them but they are GREAT! Work just as described. Ended the short cycling of the pump for me.
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Thank you for your question! The water should be about 4 inches deep to ensure that the pump is fully submerged.
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Hi Rolf...not too sure of your question, but when i had it we used it for our septic tank (in the caribbean)...it was okay...the sceptic was about 5-6 feet deep. Honestly it was a bit sometimish (as in sometimes that ball thing wouldn't activate the pump). we got a new one recently for another part of home....We live near a lagoon and its filled land so when the tide is high sometimes the water backs up...the one we got is the Red Lion Rl-SC50V 1/2 HP Cast Iron Sump Pump with Vertical Switch. its available on amazon...highly recommended. it has a much better activator switch (im sorry im not into the correct technical jargon)...hope this helps...but the pump you're asking about was still pretty good Hi Rolf...not too sure of your question, but when i had it we used it for our septic tank (in the caribbean)...it was okay...the sceptic was about 5-6 feet deep. Honestly it was a bit sometimish (as in sometimes that ball thing wouldn't activate the pump). we got a new one recently for another part of home....We live near a lagoon and its filled land so when the tide is high sometimes the water backs up...the one we got is the Red Lion Rl-SC50V 1/2 HP Cast Iron Sump Pump with Vertical Switch. its available on amazon...highly recommended. it has a much better activator switch (im sorry im... » Read More Hi Rolf...not too sure of your question, but when i had it we used it for our septic tank (in the caribbean)...it was okay...the sceptic was about 5-6 feet deep. Honestly it was a bit sometimish (as in sometimes that ball thing wouldn't activate the pump). we got a new one recently for another part of home....We live near a lagoon and its filled land so when the tide is high sometimes the water backs up...the one we got is the Red Lion Rl-SC50V 1/2 HP Cast Iron Sump Pump with Vertical Switch. its available on amazon...highly recommended. it has a much better activator switch (im sorry im not into the correct technical jargon)...hope this helps...but the pump you're asking about was still pretty good « Show Less
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The size of the sump is generally determined by local code. If it is not of sufficient volume, the pump will cycle too often. Depending on where you put the float switch, the pump cam draw down to about 4".
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Hi: I bought the pump to use with an HO scale river lock on my layout. It seemed to work fine at first when I was testing things. I was able to pump about 1 quart every minute which was fine. When I put it all together the pump would work fine for a minute or so then stop or slow to just a trickle. New batteries did not help. I did not think of the back pressure and that could be my problem. I replaced it with a small pond pump. Good luck.Steve
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The Zoeller pumps are very reliable... But you might be risking a wet basement if it is in fact 20 yrs old. The only part that you need to keep an eye on is the switch. After 9 years, mine gave out. I have 2 pumps in the sump and the other took over. It is on a raised platform (approx. 2.5 inches) and only kicks in if unit 1 fails. As for the hole, it is supposed to be there. It is my understanding it needs to be there to prevent an airlock in the pump.it also keeps the gunk from forming around the bottom of the basin.
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I have an 18 x 32 above ground with a 7' deep end. This pump worked great for me. It kept the pool clear without any issues. I kept it on low speed 24/7. It is so quite you didn't even know it was running. The high speed is great for back wash and vacuuming. I am very satisfied with it. Having said that, I have only had it one season and have not yet gotten it out this year. Not expecting any issues but.....
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The water level in your sump should be more than enough to keep the skimmer's pump submerged when it is running BUT not enough to overflow when it and the aquarium pumps are off. Can't tell you volume without knowing your sump's measurements.
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The chiller needs 260-660 gph pumped thru it. As long as ur sump can pump that amount of water your good. Fantastic chiller too!! Hope this helps
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put the pump lower. Make a recess in the bottom your sump area lower than the floor of sump for the pump to sit in.
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I upgraded my pump to the 2500 GPH and just used the standard skimmer. I never had an issue with the skimmer other than bleaching and breakdown of the plastic from the sun. I found that your bang for the buck is with the pumping system not the skimmer.
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My pump runs about the same winter and summer and has a lift of 10 1/2 feet. It drains the sump well of approx. 8 to 10 gals. in seconds. MY SUMP WELL IS SLIGHTLY OVER 2 FEET DEEP AND THE RAFTERS ARE 8 FEET ABOVE THAT, PLUS ANOTHER 6 INCHES UP INTO THE RAFTERS. ALSO A RUN OF APPROX. 40 HORIZONTAL FEET TO THE OUTSIDE OF THE HOUSE. Pump has worked well for almost one year.
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The discharge plumbing connection requires a 1-1/4" or 1-1/2" ABS or PVC pipe. The pipe length depends on the depth of the sump pit.
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It is complete. Install onto exit piping in your sump, and plug it in. It works. I also have an extra battery-powered backup pump-and-float-switch, but if you aren't too worried about whether you have sump pumping if there is a power failure, you don't need that extra stuff.
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yes it is you want a pump liner for the sake of not having all the dirt debrie suck up you pump and possible clog it up. Put the liner in the pit and put your sump pump it next, but before placing the liner in the pit put several holes around the diameter of the liner the heavy items will fall to the bottom while the water filters through the holes. Drill several holes around the primeter about one half inch in diameter.
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you need to have some type of skimmer or device that would allow the pump to maintain suction hard for any skimmer device at that depth pumps break suction then no pumping. the skimmer included does well an this pump does not have strong suction it does well to the advertised 1/8 inch. pumping up hill or pumping head is only a few feet another problem. depends on your circumstance. sounds like you need a wet vacuum. at 1/8 theres not much left to pump, all in all a good pump-for my uses.