I have 2 questions, 1- is the pump self priming and is it rated for outdoor?
1280734
Not self priming. This was very easy to prime manually. It's intended to be used outdoors. Open drain to release water to winterize. Build a pump box to protect it from the elements.
1280735
the pump is not self priming. it is rated for out doors ,but build a shelter over it.
1280736
My experience is that it was not only not self priming, but would not hold a prime after being stopped. Secondly, it should be in a vented enclosure if used out doors.
1280737
No, you need to prime it. A check valve at the end of the intake hose/pipe means you will only need to prime it once, however. It is O.K. for outdoor, but I use a small enclosure over the top. It must be protected from freezing. Wayne pumps are tops in my book, and I have used dozens of pumps.
1845831
First off, cool car! The pump works fine for continuous use. However, I would suggest wiring it with a relay and a toggle switch. When in heavy traffic or idleing for a long time the pump can overheat. Try to mount it in a place where it gets plenty of airflow. Also be careful starting it in extreme cold because the condensation can freeze and cause it to self destruct.
447046
It is manufactured for outdoor use, it has a cover and a weather tight housing, I use it for my pool filter pump, but I see no reason that it would not work indoors. It has worked very well for me since the beginning of the summer, I have not had any issues with it.
1953164
I live in Texas so my fountain is outdoors all year. We only get a few days below freezing so it hasn't been a problem. It should be fairly level to prevent the water from spilling over the top. You don't have to worry about making it perfectly level. The pump is submerged.
700674
No, you have to prime it. The priming process is very easy though. I just dip a bucket into the ditch where I'm pumping from and fill up the chamber. I've thought of having another funnel to use when I pour the water in, but it really isn't necessary.
1777633
I use it for a pool cover pump. It uses the liquid it's pumping to cool but I have accidentally left it on all night(a couple of times) and it was fine. It's a great pump.
947150
Yes it will self prime and almost instantly...and yes it should work fine for transferring a small amount of fuel...like 5 gallons. (it may take a few minutes) You will probably want to mount it to something solid, because it does have some vibration to it. I think it will pump up to 6 feet...but don't quote me on that. : )
101348
This pump primes itself when switched on ; then only runs if you trigger the sprayer wand. I've had no trouble with mine after spraying pesticides and weed killer.
25954
This is a limited duty submersible sump pump. Designed for removal of foundation water to the outside. I see no reason it couldn't be used outside as long as there is some protection from freezing temperatures.
1256343
You can, but even thow it says "doesn't need primed", I did have to prime mine with water before it would pump.
278953
It was for outside. I left the pressure on over night and the next morning the hose had come apart at the seams. I can understand if it had some age on it, but less than 24 hours? I think it's just a poorly manufactured product.
296417
No priming is needed. To preserve pump life I use an inline filter and always make sure the water supply is close.
2062901
The pump is not submersible and is made of cast iron (would rust if paint is ever scratched off) so I would say no, it is not weatherproof.
1533786
This pump can be installed indoors or outside in the open. It will withstand the elements without any problems.
1352870
I would first start by double checking the condition of the Pumping unit before attempting any use. 1. Disassemble the Pump assembly where the magnetic fins spin. You should be able to remove the magnetic/plastic fanblade assembly. There is either a metal/plastic stick with two rubber tips used to help dampen any vibrations. If the pump wasn't taken care of, or "ran dry" for too long, the magnetic fan assembly may have warped making disassembly more difficult. 2. if all goes well, and you can in fact pull the pump's magnetic fan assembly out, or can freely spin it within the pump housing assembly, then you can try priming the unit by filling the canister. (do this outside or where overflow water will be caught) 3. I have just over filled my unit, and while waiting for the pump to start sucking in water, I've closed the "Out" hose valve. applied generous pumping of the prime button, then reopened the Out hose valve. This creates suction thus if no water is coming into the "In" hose valve you may have a obstruction. Make sure the canister is full of water before starting it up, made a huge difference in how long I waited for the water to begin flowing. The top half of the pump assembly itself needs to have some water in it, because to me, it seems like it doesn't do jack squat unless there is water in it. I'm not a major fan of the Cascade series pumps, but when it comes to customer service the manufacture I contacted directly helped me out in a pinch. There is a science to the Priming aspect of getting the unit going. I've noticed leaving the "Out" valve at the half off position, while priming, this helps pressure build up as the "In" hose begins to fill with water. The sudden opening of the "Out" valve causes the built up pressure to pull enough of that collected water in the "In" hose to make it to the pump assembly, and voila. it freaking starts working. ..after 30 minutes of trying"
1549109
I use this one for an outside pond in the winter to keep a hole open in the ice but yes, this is much quieter than all the other pumps that I have had and it can move a lot of air. Because I am not sure who all will sees this answer, this is considered an indoor pump and I have it under a cover to use it outside and it is plugged into a GFI outlet. Unfortunately, because of how all of these pumps work, a vibrating lever that pumps a diaphragm to move the air none of them are silent. I think that you would be happy with this pump.
25952
This pump could be used outdoors. It is a fully submersable pump. The electrical plug can not get wet and needs to be protected from water/liquid.