There are so many models. Which one do I buy? I need to pump 8 ft high and 55ft down a long basement to sump pump.
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Little Giant 554421 VCMA-20 is design to lift water up to 15'. If you lift water to 1' up only, water flow can be as big as 80GPH. For 9' lift up your flow will be 55GPH.I do not understand "55' down". If you want to move water from 55' BELOW pump, it will not work. If you need to move water to the distance of 55' long, you need to try bigger ID hose if you meet some limitation.
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The Little Giant 554421 (model: VCMA-20UL) should have no problem with 8ft high, and a 55ft distance. Mine pumps water about 8ft high and a 30ft distance. It has been extremely reliable even though I don't clean it out as often as I probably should. I have had it for 8 or so years and it runs year-round (air-conditioner in the summer, humidifier in the winter). I did have to replace the check valve, but that was probably due to going too long without being cleaned.
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The VCMA-20 will accommodate an 8 ft rise easily as it designed to lift the fluid up to 20 feet in height. The distance that it must pump (i.e 55 feet) is almost irrelevant since the amount of resistance caused by the tubing is a minor consideration. If you should have any difficulty at all, you can use a larger diameter tubing to run the 55 feet and thereby effectively eliminate any resistance. In other words, if necessary, you use the specified tubing to lift the fluid to 8 feet and, at than point, connect the specified tubing to a larger diameter tubing to run the 55 feet. You will need an adapter to connect the two sizes of tubing. Hope this helps. The VCMA-20 will accommodate an 8 ft rise easily as it designed to lift the fluid up to 20 feet in height. The distance that it must pump (i.e 55 feet) is almost irrelevant since the amount of resistance caused by the tubing is a minor consideration. If you should have any difficulty at all, you can use a larger diameter tubing to run the 55 feet and thereby effectively eliminate any resistance. In other words, if necessary, you use the specified tubing to lift the fluid to 8 feet and, at than point, connect the specified tubing to a larger diameter tubing to run the 55 feet. You will need... » Read More The VCMA-20 will accommodate an 8 ft rise easily as it designed to lift the fluid up to 20 feet in height. The distance that it must pump (i.e 55 feet) is almost irrelevant since the amount of resistance caused by the tubing is a minor consideration. If you should have any difficulty at all, you can use a larger diameter tubing to run the 55 feet and thereby effectively eliminate any resistance. In other words, if necessary, you use the specified tubing to lift the fluid to 8 feet and, at than point, connect the specified tubing to a larger diameter tubing to run the 55 feet. You will need an adapter to connect the two sizes of tubing. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I would advise you to get a professional to do it. I am fairly handy and decided to do a job myself. I bought what I thought was an exact replacement pump for my A/C system and in the end had to get an A/C technician to install it as it was not the correct one. The replacement did not have the automatic electronic connection (or something like it). He had to do a work around to get it to work. When there are so many models, it is easy to pick the wrong one. Maybe you will have better luck than me.
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Hi Rolf...not too sure of your question, but when i had it we used it for our septic tank (in the caribbean)...it was okay...the sceptic was about 5-6 feet deep. Honestly it was a bit sometimish (as in sometimes that ball thing wouldn't activate the pump). we got a new one recently for another part of home....We live near a lagoon and its filled land so when the tide is high sometimes the water backs up...the one we got is the Red Lion Rl-SC50V 1/2 HP Cast Iron Sump Pump with Vertical Switch. its available on amazon...highly recommended. it has a much better activator switch (im sorry im not into the correct technical jargon)...hope this helps...but the pump you're asking about was still pretty good
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Yes you will need to buy a aqueon sump pump either the 1700 series or greater also you will need to buy a valve to adjust the flow.
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We recently had significant flooding in our basement and used similar pumps to pump out the standing water. Our method was to attach garden hoses to each pump and drag those up the stairs and out the back door, allowing the water to be directed outside. Here's the problem with this particular model of pump. It has a discharge vent or some darn thing that shoots water up straight up into the air when it's pumping. I'm not sure what the function of this is and I have other pumps, none have this vent. So while pumping out the basement water, I'm afraid this pump would be spraying water all over and making a bigger mess. The Little Giant, if you can locate one, or a sump pump from your local hardware store may be a better option.
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Different model numbers are for gallons per hour the pump is capable of pumping
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At 8 feet the 91330 & 91335 model will pump about 30 GPM. You can find the "PERFORMANCES" chart in your owners manual on page %. If you don't have your manual, you can download it at http://www.superiorpump.com/Manuals/utility.manuals.html.
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Yes, they all require a separate pump that goes in the water. The model your looking at needs a pump that does 400-700 gph.....it's about $30 hope this helps!
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The company makes 3 models, the more expensive ones can be programmed longer. See here, Pro Series is same company: http://www.sumppumpsdirect.com/pumps/vertical-float-switches.htmlAlso see the company's brochure on the 3 models: http://www.stopflooding.com/proseries/pdfs/Brochure%20PHCC%20Switches,%20Sensors,%20Controllers%201807046%203-2012.pdfI was looking today since I may buy the most basic model for my backup pump
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It depends on your application. All three are very similar in performance with the exception of dimension size. The 506158 and 506162 are identical in size whereas the 506160 is different. I use mine inside a PVC sump to discharge rainwater in my backyard. I particularly like the low off level. I was not particularly concerned about the discharge rate. My only gripe is that after about one month of usage I noticed significant rusting around the bolts and case. The 506162 features stainless steel screws, bolts and handle. So this one may be an improvement but only has a 1 year warranty while the other two have two year warranties. So far my pump has worked flawlessly. It is also relatively quiet.
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The Zoeller pumps are very reliable... But you might be risking a wet basement if it is in fact 20 yrs old. The only part that you need to keep an eye on is the switch. After 9 years, mine gave out. I have 2 pumps in the sump and the other took over. It is on a raised platform (approx. 2.5 inches) and only kicks in if unit 1 fails. As for the hole, it is supposed to be there. It is my understanding it needs to be there to prevent an airlock in the pump.it also keeps the gunk from forming around the bottom of the basin.
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A long time ago I did purchase a pump from the company. I don't know which models they sell. But worth a phone call.
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It doesn't matter at all. If you have unfinished basement, then ceiling mount is easiest, or place it 2-4 ft above sump cover. You have to improvise and build anchor base to secure the Basepump which I had to do because I have finished basement. Don't place it on top of sump pit lid cover.
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I've only used this pump once so far, but the reviews say not quite 30". Maybe consider the 15500.http://www.amazon.com/review/R2MGM2GU9VWML8/ref=cm_cr_pr_viewpnt#R2MGM2GU9VWML8
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go with d70bp it has taken a ton of water out of our basement I would recommend this model thanks
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There are pumps out there that will do what you want. I have a portable one that sits flush on the floor and has a metal holed screen on the bottom to keep debris out. I actually had to use it when my built in sump pump stopped working. It pretty much sucked up all the water in the basement into just wet looking spots. You just attach any size garden hose to it and pump it out to where you want it to go. I pumped it into a basement sink. The one I have has no on off switch and it turns itself off when there's no longer water to suck up.
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SIr, Not a specailst, however more of a practicalist. If to raise 18ft then I suggest you use the biggest , most practicle pump, and use number 10 wire, rather than the house wiring of 12. You dont need any heat either in the wire feeding it or the pump itself. Best I can do for an answer, yours , Rowland Baker
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Any pump should work... but let me just say mine ended up coming apart after the first season of use