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Automatic iSwitch® Pool Cover Pump •Plug-In & leave the pump unattended for worry-free water removal
Oil-Free Energy Efficent 1/4 HP Motor Rated @ Only 2.5 Amps •Pumps Up To 3000 GPH
iSwitch® Sensing Technology (2-1/2" On & 3/4" Off) •Microprocessor controlled for optimal operation
Sealed Thermoplastic Construction For Submersible Use •With built-in debris and ice overload protection for added safety
Check Valve Reducer (1-1/4" to 3/4") •Minimizes short-cycling by keeping the pump primed.
Built-In Strainer •Filters debris to miminze cloggin
25-Foot Power Cord w/ 25-Foot "Pull To Shore" Rope •Prevents damage to the pump cord & makes it easy to retrieve
This Wayne pool cover pump offers the basic features that most other pumps offer with the added bonus of iSwitch® Sensing Technology and the built-in strainer that filters debris to minimize clogging. Along with the 25-foot power cord and 25-foot "Pull To Shore" rope that's also included to prevent damage to the pump cord & makes it easy and safe to retrieve, this pump also includes a built-in debris and ice overload protection for added safety.
This Wayne pool cover pump offers the basic features that most other pumps offer with the added bonus of iSwitch® Sensing Technology and the built-in strainer that filters debris to minimize clogging. Along with the 25-foot power cord and 25-foot "Pull To Shore" rope that's also included to prevent damage to the pump cord & makes it easy and safe to retrieve, this pump also includes a built-in debris and ice overload protection for added safety.
This does not mean that it is designed to be left on your pool cover all year round throughout the freezing conditions of winter. It just provides you that added protection should you start hitting those low temps early into the cold weather season and you forget to bring that pump in for the really cold days.
Together with all these features and the 3 Year Manufacturer Warranty, the Wayne WAPC250 takes our "Best" recommendation.
Jim Recommends This Model
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Osvaldo F. Lorain, OH
Purchased 4/17/17
Most Helpful Positive Review
REVIEWED
MAY.
10
2017
Best Pool Cover Pump
I should have gotten this 5 years ago. Great product won't be disappointed.
Osvaldo Recommends This Wayne Product
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Christopher P. Northfield Ctr, OH
Purchased 5/5/17
Most Helpful Critical Review
REVIEWED
JUN.
27
2017
Pumped Only Lasted A Month
The pumped worked great for about a month now it seems to be hit or miss. I am hoping to send it back as soon as i see a dry week or so in the forecast.
Pros:Easy To Use, Fast, Easy To Store
Cons:Unreliable, Low Quality, Durability
Product Expert
Christopher,
Sorry to hear you're having trouble with your pump. I would suggest reviewing the troubleshooting chart on page 5 of the WAPC250 Owner's Manual. Wayne provides a 3-Year Warranty on this pump. If you're still having trouble, Please call WAYNE Pumps (800-237-0987) for Warranty instructions.
I'm sorry to hear your frustrations with the WAPC250 you purchased. Please see the video linked here, in regards to cleaning the weep hole: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5-h1zmWLGJo
Cleaning the weep hole is vital, as small debris can clog this, causing cycling on/off.
Please let us know if this does not solve the issues you've encountered, and we can discuss replacement options.
Didn't even try it because, what is posted online vs what is written in the brochure are two different things! I need something that removes standing water, as little as 1/2 inch which the online says it will do, not so with the paper work - won't even turn startup until something like 2" (can't recall the exact amount and it's boxed up now), tried to call the company but for no response. Disappointing. Received days later than was stated.
Cons:Expensive, Bad Instructions
Product Expert
Nancy,
After reviewing the information on our product page and the spec sheet, everything is correct. You may have confused the specs with another model you viewed. For returns, please email service@waterpumpsdirect.com or please call 1 (888) 455-4681
Sorry to hear about the confusion with your WAPC250. Unfortunately, due to the design of the pump, a little over 1 1/2" of water is needed to properly start the pool cover pump, and avoid any damage to the motor. That being said, once the pool cover pump has been started, it will pump down to 1/2".
Please let us know if you have any other concerns.
When the product came the check valve hose connector fitting was in 2 pieces instead of one. I was confused so I called Wayne directly and they said to glue it until they could send me a replacement. Obviously someone was supposed to glue one piece to other but missed this one! It was not usable in that form as the hose could not be connected to the pump. Hard to believe this left the factory this way. Thus a low grade on quality. Pump works well now that I have the new part. Wayne did not apologize for the faulty product surprisingly, but did send me the new part in 3 days time.
When the product came the check valve hose connector fitting was in 2 pieces instead of one. I was confused so I called Wayne directly and they said to glue it until they could send me a replacement. Obviously someone was supposed to glue one piece to other but missed this one! It was not usable in that form as the hose could not be connected to the pump. Hard to believe this left the factory this way. Thus a low grade on quality. Pump works well now that I have the new part. Wayne did not... more
Pros:Easy To Use, Quiet, Fast, Reliable
Cons:Expensive, Low Quality, Heavy
Ted Recommends This Wayne Product
Ted's Experience With Power Equipment Direct
Web Site
5/5
Service
5/5
Shipping
5/5
"Order and timing went well. Product was defective however."
I have purchased four pumps for my pool cover over the years and everyone of them stopped working very early. Rain has hit us hard since I received this pump and it has worked to perfection and the best part, I have not had to touch it.
Pros:Easy To Use, I'd Buy It Again, Fast, Exceeded Expectations
Cons:Expensive, Heavy
Larry Recommends This Wayne Product
Larry's Experience With Power Equipment Direct
Web Site
5/5
Service
5/5
Shipping
5/5
"Purchased on line and the pump has exceeded my expectations. Actually arrived earlier than promised."
This pump is very fast. I was able to pump the water off of the pool cover in one day. My old pump took a week. It also took all the water off of the cover. Only left a very small amount. It was easy to set up and ran beautifully.
Pros:Easy To Use, Quiet, I'd Buy It Again, Fast
Diane Recommends This Wayne Product
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Fernando P. Hawthorne, NY
Purchased 1/27/17
REVIEWED
FEB.
20
2017
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It got warm in New York so I took advantage. The ice melted so I set it up and worked fine for a hour and suddenly stopped when I checked. I removed it from the pool cover and placed it back in. Still didn't work. It got cold again so I removed it. I will have to try again in warmer weather. The Wayne pump I purchased several years ago lasted 4 years, which was a year more than the warranty, so I bought another. The problem may possibly air lock, but after one hour of use? I will try using a shorter hose in the spring. P.S.I've been using pumps for 17 years. You just have to keep fudging with them. It should work better for 140 dollars and should have included a better leave strainer instead of having to buy one separately.
It got warm in New York so I took advantage. The ice melted so I set it up and worked fine for a hour and suddenly stopped when I checked. I removed it from the pool cover and placed it back in. Still didn't work. It got cold again so I removed it. I will have to try again in warmer weather. The Wayne pump I purchased several years ago lasted 4 years, which was a year more than the warranty, so I bought another. The problem may possibly air lock, but after one hour of use? I will try... more
Pros:Easy To Use, Features, Easy To Store
Cons:Expensive, Unreliable
Fernando Recommends This Wayne Product
Product Expert
Fernando,
Please keep in mind...The water level must be at least 2-1/8 inches for the pump to cycle, prime, and operate. Water levels less than 2-1/8 inches will not allow the impeller to contact water therefore no water will be pumped.
The pump will stop automatically once water has been removed to a depth of approximately 3/4 of an inch. The
pump will NOT restart until the water depth rises to 2-1/8 inches or greater. The pump will NOT allow itself to run dry. Once the pump detects that water is no longer being removed, it will shut down automatically.
Spec Sheet
