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Why does the sump pump motor hum but no water discharge?
Possibly the impeller needs cleaning or a blockage in the line
What is Sump Pump Repair and why do I need it?
You would need a sump pump repair if the sump pump in your basement is not pumping out water. The purpose of a sump pump is to drain excess water that is part of your waterproofing system.
Sump Pump Repair?
form_title=Sump Pump Repair form_header=11513 How would you best describe the problem?*= () "Bad odors () Motor sounds, but not discharging water () No power to sump pump unit () Water in sump overflowing () Needs general servicing () Other"
What does the check valve do in the sump pump?
It keeps the water that is pumped out from flowing back into the sump when the pump shuts off. Most sumps discharge several feet above the hole the pump sits in. If there was not a check valve the sump would just refill and pump out the water over and over.
Will a 2400 watt generator run a sump pump?
A sump pump usually uses 200-400 watts. So 3.5kW is way overkill. That should be about enough to power sump pumps for your entire block.
What is another name for a flood pump?
sump pump
Sump Pump Installation?
form_title=Sump Pump Installation form_header=11503 What is it you need a sump pump for?*= () Water leaks through walls () Basement floods during storms () Basement floods due to rising water table () In case pipe bursts or basement drain is clogged () Other () Don't Know Does the new pump location have electricity close-by?*= () Yes () No () Don't Know
Will Coleman 1850 power mate pulse generator power a sump pump?
Yes it will power a small sump pump.
What is a sump pump discharge line?
The pipe coming off of sump pump that goes outside or if allowable, a drain line.
Is it a good idea to install a sump pump if my basement flooded in the past?
The sump pump would be helpful but it would really be best to locate the problem or source and deal with it. If its flooding from rainwater, you may be able to redirect gutters and drainage to stop it.
Where is the oil pump on a 1963 impala?
The oil pump is the the sump.
How long of a hose can be used on a sump pump?
A sump pump discharge line should run as far from the foundation walls as possible.
