When water rises above the normal high water level in your sump pit for any reason the float on the backup pump rises.
Water powered backup sump pump lowes.
Zoeller zoeller sump pump m53 0 3 hp 120 volt cast iron submersible sump pump.
This pump protects your basement even when the power goes out.
The rising float opens a valve that routes city water through backup pump.
And that s created a lot of controversy.
Most use 1 gallon of city water for every 2 gallons of sump water they remove.
The best way to power a sump pump is with a dedicated ground fault circuit interrupter gfci outlet linked directly to its own circuit breaker.
But if you re on a municipal water system a water powered backup pump may be a better option a well pump won t work if the power s out.
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It works with city water pressure instead of electricity or batteries.
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Look for one that will warn you when the battery is low.
These have a sensor that detects water from an overflowing sump.
A water powered sump pump is a must have if you want to keep your basement dry and free from groundwater.
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So a pump that s capable of removing 1 500 gph will use 750 gph of city water.
Install the new pump above the sump and run water and drain lines a battery powered pump is a great backup for your main sump pump especially if your house is supplied by a well.
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The most powerful models can pump to 1000 gallons of water which is more than enough power to keep your home dry.