Does this pump have a maximum operating temperature?
1469432
Every pump has a max pressure. I dont know what this pump max pressure is because I did not put a guage on its discharge. I did not close discharge either to get a pressure build up. I use the pump for jet fuel (kerosene) and have a height (head) differential of about 3 or 4 feet (not much pressure). It pumps about 5 gallons a minute. I had to do a repair on the pump after a minute of first time use because the rotor snagged and caused a burr on the front plate causing it to seize. The repair took five minutes and the pump has worked fine since.
1469433
I don't think so. I used mine for bout 2 hours and wow does it really work good it's fast acting too!
1761390
This pump is normally submersed in water, like a sump pump, so this question does not make sense. Operating it dry could be expected to quickly burn it out. It was not designed to pump very hot water either.
1348053
It will operate to temperatures down to 50 degrees! I believe and it does have an auto defrost feature. I love my unit, especially the pump which allows me to drain the water into a sink. The only problem I had with this unit was leakage at the drain hose connection but easily corrected that by removing the plastic connector and inserting the hose further into the drain hole. I highly recommend this product.
953171
Yes, but not for extremes: Operating Temperature 0 - 40 °C (32 - 104 °F) Humidity Max. 85% non-condensing
674333
Unfortunately... no. Because the unit is a HEAT PUMP unit (rather than a STRAIGHT ELECTRIC unit), it can only be used when temperatures are above 45 Degrees Fahrenheit. I learned that the hard way (the manufacturer fails to explain that fact in the instruction manual). You would have to purchase a STRAIGHT ELECTRIC unit in order for the unit to be capable of heating in those types of temperatures. It is best to purchase a 230 volt unit if you need to use it it those types of temperatures. Usually the straight electric 230 volt units provide 7,000 to 12,000 btus of heat per hour.
1868101
I would like to give you some input but just brought it out to the shop to test. i had purchased other pumps that claim to be high temp but failed within hours and in cold water. My desirefor this pump is to circulate water or coolent exchange for winter water heating and space heating. Looking at this pump with x-ray eyes has determined that the configuration is much like oil pumps in the industry. First seen it on the old VW's. Looks reliable so long as the motor is bearinged and not bushinged. Mark
1180334
This normal for a motor that runs near full load amperage if it is cycling on and off all day long. I run my sprinkler system with this pump every day all day in the growing season and it's hot all day.
739817
No, but as long as the pump is DC powered and it is no more than 0-24 volts (max rated controller voltage) you should be good
232058
I just bought this and I have a 18 foot round above ground... I raised my temp 10 degrees in about 6 hours at initial start up. yesterday I had it at 82 degrees and turned it off over nite and came home next day from work and temp dropped to 70 degrees and I got it back up in a few hours. I live in Cleveland ohio and keep a solar cove on the pool to conserve the heat...it really matters how many gallons u have. call Hayward the got reallt good techs to answer ur questions,,,this pump was a steal for 1715.00 bucks
1611382
Hi, I use this pump for a stand alone sink for my concessions business. I don't know exact temperatures, but hot is HOT. Like steaming burn your hands hot. I have the cold water supply turned off due to a leak so no idea on that one. Hope this was helpful in some way. .
980227
Thomas, That is exactly what my husband is doing with this fan. The max temp is up to 140 F (60 C). It works great, better than expected. He is also using a speed controller on it. It is really quiet too.
1986975
The pump has a thermocouple ...temperature sensor ...which turns the pump off when the temperature reaches somewhere in th 95 degree range at the return side of the pump. Way cool. I am a builder and we have been installing these for years. Still pricey but they work great. No wasted water whatsoever. Allen
2099602
The pipe is made of HEAVY plastic...they ain't a gonna burst, trust me on that.,....plus it lets you locate the pipes where you want them.The pump unit is located in a "box" that attached on the fan, which you want to be on the inside of the case.I have not had a temp of anything over 50C on the processor even in the most of extreme benchmarking conditions.You can't beat this Baby for the price.CRAZY Jumpin JackMarietta, GA
1336090
Yes, it operates at very low temperatures and has a defrost cycle, which is why I purchased it. It has survived temperatures as low as 8 °F.
688276
No, I think the highest temp is 120 degrees. Any thing higher could be dangerous without an infusion of cold water, so most tankless water heaters that I'm aware of have temperature limits.
1308145
I just have it about in the middle, I have the unit inside a pump box about 4 ft square & 5 foot tall, it is working now for the 2nd year. I am not concerned about the exact temperature, I just keep it more than warm enough to keep it from freezing.
1628991
I use this pump for my sprinklers 2 hours daily 6 months of the year and keep it inside during the winter. Over 3 years, I have had no problems at all and am very satisfied with its performance. I do not see any rust on it.