Would the pumping capacity would be increased if the venturi was installed closer to the sump rather than near the ceiling to reduce suction head?
1130780
The manufacturer suggests pumping at the high spot. I always follow the manufacturers' instructions. I had mine installed by a plumber who put the venture at the high point.
1130781
I just want to clarify: If you are pumping up to the ceiling, then the pump should be on the ceiling. If you are pumping up to, say, 4 feet off the floor, then that's the best place to place the pump. In other words, at the highest point of the pumping.
1130782
I don't think so. My unit is over 6 feet above the floor. It has plenty of power. The water pressure is key. I have 59 lbs
1130783
No. it actually works better the higher it is because it pulls better than it pushes. Moving it to the high point of the pumping cycle takes full advantage of its suction strength.
926925
No. However, the hose length tends to be short resulting in the possibility.
565984
I would think so but, have no proof of that. My pump has great pressure but, only pushes up 4 or five feet.
1147691
No, the pump has too low a flow rate plus it is designed to pull a hard vacuum required for HVAC systems.
2006257
If I understand your question, I think it would work. Water goes into the pump through a garden hose, water gets sucked into the stream via the built in Venturi tube, and the combined water leaves the pump through an attached hose. When draining a hot tub, I noticed the pump sucks more water per minute when the pump is deepest in the water (more water pressure acting on the Venturi tube).
2145612
Ron, I'm sorry, but I don't know if it's capable of doing that. I have my dehumidifier elevated and draining to a lower point. You might try addressing this to the maker, but again, I question it.Gary
1024995
Maybe if you covered the little vent hole pressure relief valve. I would think a little hand pump would be better and much cheaper though.
1598229
Yes, but it is dependent upon how far above the water level it is mounted. There is a limit.
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.
1275994
Yes, the pump should be able to develop its rated pressure in the tank as long as its maximum rated flow is not exceeded by flow demand out of the tank.
1953741
Yes, it could, but I don't think it is recommended to put a filter on the suction side if your pump.
354422
I'm not really sure what your situation is but if your current shower head operates from the ceiling then this one will also work in the same place.
1355833
Probably. One of the issues you might run into is that it's just a real slight trickle of excess coming from the humidifier pump. Most condensate pumps I can think of would be overkill. ...unless you wanted to take the opportunity to put this into a sump...
1571365
Yes, there's a flow adjustment knob on the pump housing. You'll have to adjust it prior to placing the pump in the back sump. I have mine at the lowest setting and my betta swims around fine. You can also arrange decor or plants in front of the outlet to diminish flow further.
1333637
None for the gravity flow... It's made for that connection... It's a different connection for the pump, but the necessary hose is included with the dehumidifier....
485178
Because of the distance from the well I would suggest a bigger pump for you application.the manufacture I would also recommend, as I have 2 of their pumps, and I am very happy, with their products, and performance.T
839953
I think it will, but the flow rate will not be full at that elevation. In all honesty I would go a little bigger.