Extension Cord For Pool Cover Pump
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If this is the case for you then use an extension cord that has at least a 12 gauge wire.
Extension cord for pool cover pump. Running your pump with an extension cord voids the warranty in most cases. Dewenwils outdoor digital power stake timer switch weatherproof power strip 6 ft extension cord with 6 waterproof grounded outlets for fountain pool pump electrical outlets 13a ul listed 4 0 out of 5 stars 212 21 99 21 99 save 5 more with subscribe save. You need to find the amperage that your pump uses to run. I was told running an extension cord from the outlet to outside the window and plugging the pool pump onto it is a no no.
3 00 coupon applied at checkout save 3 00 with coupon. Depending on the size of your pool and your pool pump the extension cord must be rated to provide the right amount of power needed. First time pool owner. Running the pool pump motor with an extension cord that is not adequately paired for the filter s power will damage the motor.
More buying choices 36 78 5 used new offers 4. Larger pool pumps can really use a lot of power and need a very heavy duty extension cord. When using an extension cord for an extended period of time your pool pump will begin to overheat have a shorter life span and void your manufactures warranty. Purchasers state that the pump is plug and play and works great for draining water off of pool covers as well as other various applications such as draining flooded basements or as a bilge pump in a small boat.
You can find this on the label on your pump see picture. You really want a 10 gauge but these cords are pricey. You want a thicker extension cord because a pool pump requires a good amount of electricity to run. I purchased a 12 30 above ground intex swimming pool before realizing that we have no outdoor electrical outlet to run the pump and clip on fliter.
I have an electrical outlet inside my laundry room that s close. An extension cord should not be a permanent setup to run your swimming pool. Get it as soon as tue sep 8. This drain pump currently holds 4 5 stars out of 5 on amazon with over one thousand reviews.
A few reviewers shared that the pump can have difficulties priming though they were. Pool cover pump above ground submersible sump pump swimming water removal pumps with drainage hose 25 feet extra long power cord 850 gph inground 3 adapters. 4 5 out of 5 stars 64.