How do I fix my Flotec sump pump?
How do I fix my Flotec sump pump?
Wash the Impeller
- Turn off the pump, disconnect the discharge pipe and remove it from the sump basin.
- Unscrew the pump base.
- Open the impeller chamber by removing the screws and take out the impeller.
- Wash the impeller in clean water, preferably under a running faucet.
- Put the cleaned impeller back into its chamber.
How long should a sump pump last?
about 10 years
How Long Does A Sump Pump Last On Average? Like other appliances and equipment in your home, your sump pump won’t last forever. Averaging about 10 years, you might not notice your sump pump has malfunctioned until it has stopped working.
What is the best horsepower for a sump pump?
1/3 horsepower
There is no “correct” size. The horsepower requirement for a house is determined by the area of drainage connected to the sump, the depth to groundwater, the depth of the basement and many other factors. A 1/3 horsepower (hp) pump is satisfactory for most houses, but a 1/2 hp pump doesn’t cost that much more.
How do I know what size sump pump I need?
Multiply the number of inches that the water rose in a minute by 60, in order to estimate the volume of water that would come into your pit during an hour of steady rain. Multiply this number by a “safety factor” of 1.5 to figure out the pumping capacity you need.
How do you reset a sump pump?
Follow these 5 simple steps to reset your sump pump:
- Disconnect the power.
- Take the sump pump out of the basin.
- Clean out the sump pump.
- Return the sump pump to the basin and restart the power.
- Reset the sump pump.
What causes sump pump failure?
The most common cause of sump pump failure is a power outage. Sump pumps depend on your house for power, and blackouts can be problematic. Your sump pump might also be failing due to improper installation. Your unit could be too big or small for your house, which makes your pump more prone to failure.
Can you have too big of a sump pump?
There’s a saying about “bigger is better,” but with sump pumps, this is not true. Oversizing a sump pump can lead to constant cycling and premature burnout of your pump system.
