I have some above ground and partially above ground PVC pipe used with 2 sump pumps for outdoor flood control. Can one ~24' unit be used on both pipe runs? (Since they don't give you enough room here the first try, I can continue now ;-), the pipes...
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I haven't ever used it on multiple pipes but I don' know any reason why not.
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Most local authorities do not allow a water powered pump as a primary pump, only as a secondary, or emergency backup pump. I suppose they look at the water usage as an issue. As to whether it would function as a primary, that depends on the amount of water you get in the sump and the water supply to the pump.
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U may need an adapter. The tubing size vs. the PVC sizing is probably going to differ.
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This is a suction type pump all of the pump is in the part you see in the picture, This pump is made to pump out of shallow aquifers or out of a water storage system, that is under it. If your asking about horizontal, a pipe could most likely be 5 miles long horizontaly level, and if it was full of water NO AIR in it and the rise was not more than 20 feet it would probably pump out of it with out problems. to the pump for the most part all it is seeing is the height or the distance/depth to water, (a check valve/foot valve, should be used to keep the suction pipe full, The pump will only pump water out of the spout of the pump, as there is no seal or way of attaching a pipe to the pump to pump above the unit,
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This unit controls 24 volt water valves with a common (or ground) with each valve as a separate entity. It probably would work that way for above ground, but that is not what it is intended.
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After researching installation of a new sump pump quite thoroughly (google, instructions with the check valve, & information from the manufacturer of the pump - Wayne), install it right above the basin (slightly above ground level). As Gerald said below, you can install a union that allows easy access for disconnecting the PVC pipe in case you need to pull your pump out of the pit; however, because the valve itself is easily removable, you can disconnect the valve on one side and have easy access as well.
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Depends on what you're doing with it. I use my Wayne PLS100 to pump water out of four connected rain barrels up to my back yard (probably about 15 feet vertical and about 50 yards horizontal). Does a great job. I use 1" schedule 40 PVC pipe. You need 1" male NPT adapters for your pvc pipe to screw into the female inlet and outlet of this pump. Use rigid pipe on the intake, as recommended by specs, as the pump is quite powerful and will collapse a flexible intake hose. I don't know why they call this pump portable. It seems more suited to a permanent installation (like mine). Still works after 4 years, but of course, I drain it when it gets cold, and I make sure it's primed before running it. I used a foot valve on the intake (which is inserted into 1 of four connected rain barrels), which ensures the pump is always primed. I highly recommend a foot valve for the intake. If you're using 1" pvc, you would need another 1" male npt thread adapter, as most foot valves have female npt thread. On the output I simply have two 3/4" hose bib connectors for 1" pvc pipe, and I use standard hose bibs for connecting up to two garden hoses. I hope this helps.
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Not sure about PVC pipe but like you said, should work fine.I just installed this last weekend and it works great. Installed in basement on water heater so in case it springs a leak, the main water supply will shut off.
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I don't know if it's a good idea or not. In an earlier question I posted a link that can calculate the run time based on the wattage drawn by the device. I would check that. It might work but there might be much cheaper options for a sump pump.
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Yes. I have the pump in lower of two off-set rain barrels, pumping water into main line that splits for 2 soakers hoses 30 feet long in garden
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If I understand your question correctly, you're asking if you can use one check valve for both the sump pump and the battery backup, the answer is yes, as long as the two line tie into one line, but the system won't work as efficiently, you loose pressure from either pump, I had the same configuration and added a check valve for each system and the pumps work much more effectively and less noise from the systems.
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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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Not all the back up pumps are designed to be hung above the primary pump. This particular unit is heavy and you will need to rest it on something if you need it higher. This unit is meant to sit next to the primary pump. Unless the sump pit is narrow you should install it on the same level as the primary.
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Assuming the water pressure system in your house is adequate to support the basepump (there is a section on their website to help you figure that out) then yes it should pump out water from a pit up a length of PVC at least 8ft. We have roughly that height in our set-up.
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Yes - it could be used that way. It essentially does the same thing as every other sump pump: it removes water from the sump when the water level reaches a certain level. That said... having your sump overflow is one of those things that will NEVER happen in 100 years... until it does. Having a backup sump pump really is a very wise thing to do. The thing to remember is that sump systems can fail - not just the sump pump: check valves fail... drainage plumbing can clog, etc. In your case, having a cheap electric sump pump (which will seldom run) and a Liberty Sump Jet backup is the best way to go! If you want to throw caution to the wind... you could use the Liberty Sump Jet as your primary unit. Yes - it could be used that way. It essentially does the same thing as every other sump pump: it removes water from the sump when the water level reaches a certain level. That said... having your sump overflow is one of those things that will NEVER happen in 100 years... until it does. Having a backup sump pump really is a very wise thing to do. The thing to remember is that sump systems can fail - not just the sump pump: check valves fail... drainage plumbing can clog, etc. In your case, having a cheap electric sump pump (which will seldom run) and a Liberty Sump Jet backup is the best way... » Read More Yes - it could be used that way. It essentially does the same thing as every other sump pump: it removes water from the sump when the water level reaches a certain level. That said... having your sump overflow is one of those things that will NEVER happen in 100 years... until it does. Having a backup sump pump really is a very wise thing to do. The thing to remember is that sump systems can fail - not just the sump pump: check valves fail... drainage plumbing can clog, etc. In your case, having a cheap electric sump pump (which will seldom run) and a Liberty Sump Jet backup is the best way to go! If you want to throw caution to the wind... you could use the Liberty Sump Jet as your primary unit. « Show Less
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I ran 3/4 in pvc line. Longer the distance bigger the line, same principle with the gas line.
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i have used on pvc sewer lines and cast sewer lines. so long as the sewer line is solid, you should not have any problems. my experience as a home owner has been excellent!!! i have opened drains that rotor rooter could not open lol!!! i called them out to help me and told them that i had already run a sewer auger through the sewer and they told me that was their answer and if it did not work for me then they would be wasting their time and my money... glad for the guys honesty.