Author Topic: Very pleased with my Sequence pump, but it can't run forever... (Read 1333 times)

Jerry · « **on:** May 03, 2008, 09:58:36 PM »

The question is, how do we prepare for the day it quits? Waiting a week for a replacement does not sound like a good idea. Is having a second one ready for the day it dies the smart thing to do?
Or is there a way to use an "el cheapo" temporarily?

louis · « **Reply #1 on:** May 04, 2008, 06:57:23 AM »

Quote from: Jerry on May 03, 2008, 09:58:36 PM

The question is, how do we prepare for the day it quits? Waiting a week for a replacement does not sound like a good idea. Is having a second one ready for the day it dies the smart thing to do?
Or is there a way to use an "el cheapo" temporarily?

hello jerry, i have several old cheapies that i can use in the event of a disaster. what is the output of the sequence?

find one similar to the output, maybe even a little lower will do

louis

Jerry · « **Reply #2 on:** May 04, 2008, 07:33:01 AM »

Good answer Louis. I will pose the question to gene at Koi village. He was my supplier.

louis · « **Reply #3 on:** May 04, 2008, 07:37:46 AM »

Quote from: Jerry on May 04, 2008, 07:33:01 AM

Good answer Louis. I will pose the question to gene at Koi village. He was my supplier.

Gene is the best of the best

louis

Jerry · « **Reply #4 on:** May 04, 2008, 07:44:57 AM »

Hi Louis, I see we are both "on." I did email Gene, I will post his comments. Thanks.

Jerry · « **Reply #5 on:** May 04, 2008, 11:20:07 AM »

Gene responded and said, "You can't beat the one you have!" Sounds like a back up is in order.

Esther · « **Reply #6 on:** May 04, 2008, 11:33:20 AM »

What is a sequence pump? Is your system enclosed?

Johns · « **Reply #7 on:** May 04, 2008, 07:13:33 PM »

Jerry,

If you want a real cheap backup to be used temporarily in the event your sequence needs an overhaul, one of these could get you by for a while. At $30, how could you go wrong?

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=1479

Esther · « **Reply #8 on:** May 04, 2008, 07:27:04 PM »

330 GPH? Would that be enough. I don't get it. If is a 1/2 horse and only pushes 330GPH. My new submersible 1/4 horse pushes 2900. What am I missing here?

miguynmkoi · « **Reply #9 on:** May 04, 2008, 08:30:43 PM »

Jerry a cheap backup is a must! I bought a couple from Bonnie not too long ago and used one just in time.

Jerry · « **Reply #10 on:** May 04, 2008, 10:33:33 PM »

it is above ground Esther. I am not sure I know what you mean by enclosed.
Johns , sounds like a plan!

Esther · « **Reply #11 on:** May 05, 2008, 04:12:06 AM »

OK above ground would have to be a sealed (enclosed) system like a pool would have if it sits above ground.

Julles · « **Reply #12 on:** May 05, 2008, 05:40:46 AM »

I have two pumps operating on my pond at all times. If one goes, the other will at least keep water and air moving.

It would be important that they be on seperate electrical circuits, in case of a power problem with one circuit (like if water got in one, and the GFI tripped.)

Jerry · « **Reply #13 on:** May 05, 2008, 06:53:45 PM »

On second thought! Instead of buying the cheapie, and then ordering a Sequence, I will just buy the Sequence NOW and save $30.00
So it will sit for a few years! heck if it sits forever that's ok too.
Julles, why 2 pumps?