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What size pump???
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Okay, I posted on 5/17 regarding an electric timer for our pump to shut it down at night (below is the full post). I have more information on the pump now that we have drained the pond. According to the label on the pump it is a Gould Pump, Model WS0511BF, 1/2 hp, 115 volts, max amp. 14.6, RPM 1750. Here is a link to a .pdf on the pump with all the GPH & Header info. (Greek to me) http://www.pumpshop.com/pdf/B3887.pdf (side note the previous owner of our home and the one how built the pond/waterfall is a General Contractor specializing in under ground utilities water and sewer) I am thinking we may replace the pump next season, finances don't allow us to now maybe they will we will see what you all suggest. Anyway, what would be a good replacement pump? We are NOT diy'ers so we will have to hire someone to put it in for us, what should we expect to pay someone for installation? Where would we go to find someone to install? Also, again here is a link to pics. of our pond for reference http://public.fotki.com/Nikkiekoala/our_garden/ Thanks for all your help. This is a great group for learning and ideas!!!! *****Post from 5/17******* ELECRIC TIMER We have pond with a waterfall. The water fall is at a 14 ft. incline with a submersible pump. We run the waterfall only during the spring and summer and shut it off in the fall/winter. We haven't turned it on yet this season due to some leaking issues. Anyway when the fall is running our electric bill triples! We run it 24/7 but we would like to shut it off during the night. Where can I get a timer for this purpose? Would it hurt the pump turning it on and off everyday? It is a big pump and runs on I believe 220 power. Sorry, I don't know much about this we 'inherited' the pond/waterfall when we bought the house and no very little about it. Last year was our first year with it and it was very expensive to run. Just need to find out how we can lower our electric bill thought a timer would help a bit |
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