An automatic self priming
booster pump can increase
water pressure and flow from
your tank or shower head
. Low water pressure can
make simple tasks like bathing
or brushing your teeth a hassle,
but a booster pump could be the
perfect solution.
A booster system should not
run continuously, particularly
if there is no demand for water.
Once the pump has satisfied
the system pressure, a minimum
run timer is actuated,
and the pump will run
for a preset time.
Boosting pumps are
not built to run without water.
But this is exactly what
can happen if the water
storage tank runs empty,
or water supplied from the
city water mains is insufficient.
This will likely cause the
pump to overheat, and
eventually break down.
On average, pool pumps last
eight to 12 years before
needing replacement
. Over time, it's normal
for pool parts to begin
to wear down. In addition,
swimming pool technology
has come a long way in the
last decade.
Look for leaks, cracks,
or other signs of damage
to the casing, impeller,
motor, and other pump
parts. Make sure that th
Look for leaks, cracks, or other
signs of damage to the casing,
impeller, motor, and other pump
parts. Make sure that the pump's
bearings are adequately lubricated.
Check the shaft seal for leaks and
call a professional if you notice an
y leakage.
Booster pumps are placed
before the main pump.
They provide the necessary
suction head for the feed pumps
, so that this does not cavitate
within its specified operating range.
For small installations
single-stage overhung pumps
designed for the high feedwater
temperatures are used.
