Will restricting the flow on this pump cause any damage or will it actually make it work less? I want a slower flow but its obviously non adjustable.
1117632
You didn't mention anything about your setup, but I would advise choosing a smaller pump. You can certainly restrict the flow in any number of ways. The restriction will cause the internal pump pressure to rise thus in all probability decreasing the life of the pump. Of course this depends how much you are reducing the flow. Again, I would suggest that you size the pump for your project. All that said...it's only 20 bucks. Best of luck.
1117633
I restricted the flow on the 2 pumps I bought, it did not damage them. The pump did not work any less just a slower flow of water.
1117634
You could add a ball valve in-line and restrict flow to whatever you want. It won't bother the pump. I have a lot of coolant pumps which the flow is constantly changed on through the use of ball valves
1734610
On my system, there is a little "switch" on the side of the pump which can be adjusted to a lower flow...hope that helps
2196433
No, the lift to your waterfall will slow this pump down. It will not be too large for your pond or waterfall.
171273
Yes, you can adjust the flow from 'off' to 'full on' by rotating the valve on the shaft. BTW, it works very well. In 6 months of use I reduced gum pockets from 6mm to 2mm and today I have no more pockets just from using this is the shower! Buy it, you won't regret it.
2148524
That is a good question. It doesn't appear to have high discharge pressure, so I don't think it would do too well. I have pumped from the ground level up higher with no real problem. Probably any sort of restriction would keep the flow way down. Keep in mind that the pump is driven by a battery.
1538227
There are no controls on the pump. The only way to effect flow is to pinch the hoses, which isn't very accurate for adjusting the flow.
1093523
i think most people who buy this also change the shower head at the same time, so you won't find many accurate accounts. However, the hole size is smaller than the hole on the pipe coming from my wall, so physically i don't think its possible for it to "not" be causing lower water flow. Our pipes made some weird noises too like maybe it was straining them somehow
1347242
I believe that the intake opening is the only adjustment you can do on this pump. The more it is open, the more water pressure. Hence, the higher the column of water.
1915254
did not seem to reduce water pressure or flow, did not notice any restriction
1271892
Hello there!!! The flow is not adjustable but don't be discouraged... The one i bought i use it on a 20 gal tank and it works pretty good,, I highly recomend it
1856944
No. You control flow by limiting the outflow. I have a valve on the output and the pump can run even when it's completely closed.
1318232
yes.....you just need to pipe fit the reducers to what ever size you need. you can go up or down by using the rifgt pipe fittings. i think this is a 2" intake and 1.5" discharge. you will lose some pressure going up and gain pressure going down. i am pleased with the pump and also lost the previous pump to freezing. good luck.
1621024
You can control the water flow volume by turning down the water supply valve. Granted, it takes longer for the tank to fill. I haven't found that to be a problem. It's such a small sink, that no matter what, you're going to have some water splashing around it. Not enough to be a problem though, especially, with the reduced flow.
1717571
No, the water flow will diminish. However, you can switch ends that you put the hose in each time you water and it works out pretty well.
910755
As long as you have the volume of water flow, I can't see why it would matter. Unless, when the softner is cycling it causes some kind of restricted flow?? It would be best to contact Basepump company if possible. I'm still very satisfied with Basepump's flow rate as compared to other cheaper water backup pumps.
829192
No adjustments and low flow means looow flow.You won`t be happy with it unless you are getting it for your mother-in-law.
1351267
You can adjust the flow from a mild reduction all the way down to completely off. It holds in any possition without moving. The only negative thing was that the rubber seal built in didn't work right but a little plumbers tape solved that problem.