A sewage pump is installed at the lowest point of the sewage basin. The basin itself is placed at or below the floor level of the basement. Since the pump is submerged most of the time, it is also referred to as a submersible sewage pump.
Sewage pump can be automatic, manual or dual piggyback mode. Automatic pumps have a floating switch, which turns the pump on and off whenever sewage in the basin reaches a certain usually pre-set level.
A dual mode pump contains a piggyback plug, which allows the pump to be used as either manual, wherein the pump bypasses the switch and is plugged in directly into the socket or as automatic, wherein the pump is plugged in through the floating switch and works only when the switch is activated.
Due to a possibility of sewage overflow, it is generally not advised to use a manual sewage pump inside of a sewage basin.
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List of Partners vendors. A sewage pump is used to transfer sewage liquids and solids from one place to another. A sewage pump is installed at the lowest point of the sewage basin. Since the pump is submerged most of the time, it is also referred to as a submersible sewage pump. Sewage pump can be automatic, manual or dual mode.
A dual mode pump contains a piggyback plug, which allows the pump to be used as either manual, wherein the pump bypasses the switch and is plugged in directly into the socket or as automatic, wherein the pump is plugged in through the floating switch and works only when the switch is activated. Due to a possibility of sewage overflow, it is generally not advised to use a manual sewage pump inside of a sewage basin.
Sewage pumps are centrifugal pumps, with special design enabling solids to pass without clogging the pump. When the pump is turned on, the motor starts to rotate the impeller, creating the pressure that pushes water into the impeller and goes into the discharge pipe.
The sewage pump is powered through a ft. Depending on the model, the voltage can be , , , or volts. The pump housing, which contains a motor and an impeller, is made with cast iron and is built for long term use. Effluent Pumps — effluent pumps are the pumps most often uses in small on-site system.
They are designed to pump effluent, the effluent flowing out of a septic tank. This effluent is relatively clear liquid because the solids have developed out in the septic tank. Solid Handling Pumps — these pumps is also called sewage ejector pumps made to pump raw sewage. Voltage : Most sump pumps for use in U.
Pumps with or volts are available but are more commonly used in industrial applications. Backup and alarm systems : Choose the alarm notification and backup system that fits with your personal lifestyle. Sump Pump Installation You can have a professional install a sump pump in your home, but if you're a reasonably handy person, it may be a job you can take on yourself.
Determine where water, sewer and utility lines enter your home. The pump should be at least 8 inches 20 centimeters away from an outside wall and close to a ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI outlet. Running it up through a rim joist is usually the easiest way to get the pipe to the outside.
Purchase your sump pump and liner together. The liner, essentially a heavy plastic tub with slits to allow water to enter, will determine the size of the hole you dig. You want to dig the hole at least 3 inches 7. You can use the liner as a starting template and enlarge your outline by 3 inches 7. Dig the hole to the depth recommended by the sump pump manufacturer, then level the bottom. The easiest way to cut through the concrete is to use a jackhammer.
Put the liner into the hole and fill around the outside with coarse gravel. Also put about 6 inches 15 centimeters of gravel in the bottom of the pit. Tamp it down firmly to ensure the bottom stays level.
Attach the discharge pipe to the pump, and place the pump into the pit, making sure it stands upright and level. Cut a piece of PVC drain pipe 1 foot Drill a hole in the rim joist to accommodate the discharge pipe and install it in the hole. Measure and cut pieces of PVC pipe to run from the pump to the inside of the pipe through the rim header.
Dry fit all the pieces, and when you're sure they are right, cement them together. On the outside, fit a piece of discharge pipe onto the pipe protruding through the rim header. Run it to the discharge area, then cement the pipe in place. This vent hole is designed to prevent an air lock from forming in the lower part of the pump.
Finish up by caulking around the hole in the rim header both inside and outside and supporting the discharge pipe inside the house by attaching it to walls or joists. Finally, adjust the float valve on the pump following the manufacturer's directions.
Check the operation by pouring in two or three buckets of water, then plug in the pump. Maybe the Basement Isn't the Problem Sump Pump Maintenance " ". Rex Hipes checks on the sump pump in the basement of the Clarksville Christian church while fighting rising waters from the Mississippi River. Make sure the pump is plugged in to a working ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI outlet and the cord is in good shape. Check in on your sump pump periodically so you can reset the GFCI if necessary.
Ensure the pump itself is standing upright. Vibrations during operation can cause it to fall or tilt onto one side. This can jam the float arm so it can't activate the pump. Periodically pour a bucket of water into the pit to make sure the pump starts automatically and the water drains quickly once the pump is on.
If the pump doesn't start, have it serviced.
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