Product QuestionsAnswered by Jim, the Sump Pump Expert
Is this pump capable of handling water softener and washing machine discharge?
if not, which brand/model can?
Steve K
from Wisconsin
June 06, 2013
Answer
Generally, sump pumps are not recommended for use in a water softener and/or laundry application. Just about all manufacturers will void the warranty if the pump is installed and fails in this application. You might check out our selection of LAUNDRY / DRAIN PUMP SYSTEMS as most of these self contained systems are designed for laundry and water softener applications.
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Hi Jim, I'm looking at getting the Superior Pump 92501 - 1/2 HP Cast Iron Submersible Sump Pump w/ Tether Float Switch, but not sure how you can adjust the switch setting on these to turn on at different heights. Can you explain? Thanks
Pete
from Massachusetts
December 04, 2011
Answer
With tether floats you have the option of shortening and lengthening the runtime of the pump by simply loosening a clamp on the top of the pump and shortening or lengthening the cord that the float is attached to and then tightening the clamp to keep the cord and float at your desired setting. Make sure the float switch will swing freely from the bottom to top without coming in contact with the side of the sump basin. Contact with the side of the sump basin may cause the switch to malfunction.
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