How do you prime the pump so as not to run it dry?
1458988
When I use it for brewing I initially cycle the pump on and off a few times to get it going. The impeller is run on a magnet and not a solid shaft, so it can slip.
1458989
The pump needs to be lower than your brew kettle and it is primed by gravity.
1458990
Put the pump lower than the kettle so when you open the faucet on the kettle... It flows to the pump first.
1458991
The pump should be placed a the lowest point so that when you open the valves on both ends, gravity allows the liquid to flow into the pump. The unique thing about this pump is that it is magnetically driven so that pump motor is not physically connected to the pump mechanism. Instead a rotating magnet spins the mechanism therefore the possibility of it ceasing is not really there. Very cool design. After each use, I remove the head for cleaning and storage.
1458992
This pump will NOT pull from the top of your kettle, there has to be liquid in the entire line for it to pump, even if you were to start a siphon, if you get any air in the line while connecting it to the pump, there is a good chance it will fail to start pumping the remaining liquid through, it was designed to be gravity fed. I recommend the Weldless 316 Stainless Steel Ball Valve with Bulkhead and 1/2 Inch Nipple, it's about $20 and will mount on any existing kettle, all you have to do is drill the appropriate hole in the kettle with a step drill bit.
1458993
Install it so the intake is facing down and lower than the supply line. Let the supply gravity feed into the intake and it will automatically prime itself.
238707
won't hurt, but most pumps come prelubed. just don't run it without water ever and oil.
1173641
Pump has to be primed, sometimes multiple times depending on length of intake hose. Air in the intake line will "unprime" it and you will need to prime it until all air is out, then should pump fine.
913406
The application I use has the water source approx. 1 foot above the pump. Never had a priming problem. The water source flows into the pump priming it prior to using any power.
25043
The best way to do that is to keep the pump in the on position plug it into an outlet that is on a switch so then you can just turn the switch on to activate the pump
2143962
clean, ph readywatertobottom of pump.turn it on. keep water temp 70- 78 degrees
1580675
There is a separate tether switch that plugs into the main cord. It can be removed if you want the pump to run continuously.
1066251
Yes,as you know by now,the instructions for this filter are very bad.Some things you need to check for if you cant get your filter to prime.1.make sure your water level is filled just above the top tray2.make sure there are no loops,or kinks in your hoses3.not sure if this makes a diffrence,but I always do it,have your out take water bar (probably not what its called), hope you know what part im talking about,but....i have it submerged in my tank,so when I prime it pulls in water4.once you see water running through the hoses,turn your filter on,the pump it take care of the rest Yes,as you know by now,the instructions for this filter are very bad.Some things you need to check for if you cant get your filter to prime.1.make sure your water level is filled just above the top tray2.make sure there are no loops,or kinks in your hoses3.not sure if this makes a diffrence,but I always do it,have your out take water bar (probably not what its called), hope you know what part im talking about,but....i have it submerged in my tank,so when I prime it pulls in water4.once you see water running through the hoses,turn your filter on,the pump it take... » Read More Yes,as you know by now,the instructions for this filter are very bad.Some things you need to check for if you cant get your filter to prime.1.make sure your water level is filled just above the top tray2.make sure there are no loops,or kinks in your hoses3.not sure if this makes a diffrence,but I always do it,have your out take water bar (probably not what its called), hope you know what part im talking about,but....i have it submerged in my tank,so when I prime it pulls in water4.once you see water running through the hoses,turn your filter on,the pump it take care of the rest « Show Less
1615098
I don't think that will work. The pump is activated manually by push button. I don't believe it can be automated. You'll need to be careful not to run it dry too.
424027
This is a quote from the manual: "DO NOT RUN THE PUMP DRY. The pump depends on water for cooling and lubrication. Operating the pump without water may cause the motor to overheat or cause damage to parts of the pump. It may also shorten the life of your pump."
620938
This is NOT a self priming pump. There is an access hole at the top of the pump housing to pre-load liquid into the pump and hose. If you continue to have a problem, contact the DuroMax Service Manager Andrew Miller at 800 629-3325 Ext 208
938377
Did you fill the unit with salt and or feshwater first? You should fill the canister first - do not run it dry. Then use prime pump or a power fire up.
1880079
yes it is. Put it on the right side of the tank. Put the suction on the left. Place pump under the tank or behind it but lower than the tank. Place it with the priming button towards the front and the hoses toward the rear. If this is done correctly it will prime itself.
1152465
The pump is self priming. The pump will than hold it prime if when finished using it you push the handle all the way back until you feel it click.
1827751
It hasn't happened to me, but I would guess that the pump will continue to run "dry". Probably not a big deal for short periods of time, but could accelerate the wear on the pump.
256726
You can by a similar pump different brand, that has a automatic shutoff. Same exact type of pump for a few dollars more. They also sell it on amazon. It is the Tetra pump, purple in color.
1072489
You have to prime the pump (numerous pushing of the button) to get your product to flow. Should there be A LOT of air in the container... Putting your finger over the hole where the product comes out and hitting the button helps back the air out and allows the liquid into the pump.