can the pump be runining when it is rainning outside where this pump is installed in open unprotected area?
1772718
Yes my pump is out in the open running for about one year or so. Great pump very quiet.
1772719
Based on other feedback and reviews I have seen I would not recommend that. There is a circuit board in this pump that controls all of the various operations and I have read reviews that stated if it gets wet/damaged, the pump is not operational. I have my pump in a pool equipment shed along with the filter and heater and even with that, during the winter months I will be covering the pump in plastic to ensure it does not get wet/damp.
1772720
I own this pump and have it installed in an open unprotected area. The hinged lid has a gasket that helps to keep moisture off of the touch pad. As an added precaution, I bought an oversized rubbermaid type container that I place upside down over the control panel lid to further shield it from rain. I live in Tampa, and we get a lot of rain. So far, no issues......
764876
I dont use for outdoor, but I dont see why not if you keep the motor from getting wet.
1558404
This pump is not submersible. The motor and switch are not waterproof sealed. The pump is really designed to be placed or mounted on a flat dry surface
1827751
It hasn't happened to me, but I would guess that the pump will continue to run "dry". Probably not a big deal for short periods of time, but could accelerate the wear on the pump.
1750930
dont think so; if anything (incl. rain) touches the metal, it will switch on and off, and its not sealed for outside use
764878
In the instructions, it states NOT to use outside or in the ground. The housing "bucket" is fairly durable plastic housing, but could be a problem if it freezes. The pump itself is a heavy duty sump pump (and heavy). There is no concern about it getting wet, since the top is sealed and it is a sump pump (meant to be under water). Hope this helps.
2196596
it has to be below the water or inline with the water source...it's not a self priming pumps!
1491384
My heater and pump filter are outside also. Although they both have a ground wire hooked upto a Ground circuit interrupter I keep them off the cement pad on a nonconductor and coveredwhen it rains. I would do the same if I were you, Life is good !
738247
Well the pump is a submersible pump so if you have it plugged into a place that the plug is protected from the environment I do not see why not.
1328192
It is weatherproof, I have ours under a large bush and it does fine. I am very pleased with this pump and am convinced it saved our fishes lives, after the extremely cold weather we had last winter.
519891
Yes. I installed outside but under roof eve. It gets hit by sprinklers all the time. No issues whatsoever so far.
1612819
It is supposed to be indoor or outdoor. But I wonder, especially with the connector, if it's good to have it exposed to direct rain. We have ours mounted on a covered porch. I'd wrap the connector in electrical tape or heat-shrink tubing and mount it under the eaves.
1424658
no, pump is in the bottom where the reservoir is; I have it outside and it is very sturdy; have had 50-60 mph winds and didn't budge
991810
Not really, but I don't use it inside a room so the open air somehow muffles the sound of the pump. There is a hum that I hear when it's running
25952
This pump could be used outdoors. It is a fully submersable pump. The electrical plug can not get wet and needs to be protected from water/liquid.
2134466
I use mine outside. Just have to ensure the outlet you plug it in to has a rain cover. I suggest sealing the connector that where power supply meets wiring for light with RTV gasket maker or a caulk to ensure that's water tight
1328193
Can be outside, but to be prudent, I would shelter it from rain/snow. Mine is in a nearby, unheated garage. I used an old garden hose section to run from pump to manifold. Could be any length.