VEVOR 1 HP Shallow Well Jet Pump, AC 115/230 Volt, 1400 GPH Dual Voltage Cast Iron Well Jet Pump, with 164 ft Max Head Lift, Automatic Pressure Switch, for Garden Irrigation Lawn Sprinkler System
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16 Questions
Where does the brass check valve go in a shadow well application
What is the 240V starting current peak value, it is important for identifying standby generator or inverter power requirement. It will be a larger surge current value starting a pump than the normal operating current value so a generator must be large enough to supply the larger current surge value to start the pump without overloading the generator. The motor specifications may show the value as LRA (locked rotor amps) or peak inrush current.
This 1 HP pump does not publish an official LRA spec, but at 230V, its peak starting inrush current is estimated at 15 to 25 Amps, requiring a generator or inverter capable of providing at least 4,500 to 6,000 surge watts to handle the initial startup spike.
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The plastic tube thar screws into the intake can it be removed if your pumping off of a tank
No, it should not be removed. The plastic tube inside the intake is the internal nozzle and venturi (ejector) assembly, which is essential for the pump's operation. Removing it will disrupt the internal hydraulics, causing the pump to lose its ability to build pressure and move water efficiently—even when drawing water from an above-ground storage tank with flooded suction. Leave the tube in place and simply connect your tank's feed line to the intake.
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For Shallow Well instructions it states to use 1-1/4" diameter PVC pipe. The next line states to use a 1" MNPT x 1-1/4" SLIP adapter. Would it be better to use a 1-1/4" MNPT x 1-1/4" SLIP adapter. That would help eliminate some piping restriction. Or does the 1" fitting offer some advantage? I will be using the pump for irrigation and the distance to the water surface is only a few feet.
It’s fine to use the larger‑size fitting as long as it fits properly. Neither fitting has special advantages. Just select a suitable one to meet your usage requirements.
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what are the start and run power requirements ( (amps @ 230v)
With a voltage of 230V and under load, the starting power is approximately 900W, and the maximum power during stable operation is approximately 1300W.
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