FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions about the Simple Pump and its capabilities

Can I drive the Simple Pump motor with wind power?
This is physically possible but is NOT SUPPORTED by Simple Pump Co. There are pumps designed specifically for this purpose; the Simple Pump is not one. Such...
Tue, Nov 24, 2020 at 7:44 PM
Can I Install onto an Existing Mark II/III/VLOM or AFRIDEV Pedestal?
Simple Pump has developed a way to install the Simple Pump on a pre-existing Mark II/III/VLOM or AFRIDEV Pedestal installation with minimal cost and disrupt...
Mon, Nov 23, 2020 at 8:49 PM
Can I run the Simple Pump motor on AC power?
Whatever the source of electricity, we recommend using batteries between the source and the motor. So if you want to use AC, we recommend using the AC to ch...
Tue, Nov 24, 2020 at 7:06 PM
Can I use the Simple Pump with my low yield well?
With a low yield (low recovery rate) well, you could draw down the water and end up sucking air. Pumping air for any length of time can void our lifetime wa...
Tue, Nov 24, 2020 at 7:41 PM
Can the pump really develop enough pressure to fill my pressure tank?
Yes, the Simple Pump can pump into a pressure tank in most wells.  The Simple Pump has been manufactured to very stringent tolerances which let the pump...
Wed, Oct 28, 2020 at 9:58 AM
Can the Simple Pump be installed on my 7″ diameter casing?
Water well casings with 7″ INSIDE diameter are very unusual, but they do exist. Here’s what you need to know to make sure the diameter is accurate. The ...
Tue, Nov 24, 2020 at 7:40 PM
Can the Simple Pump be installed on my buried tank?
“I have a 550-gallon tank buried underground, not a well, would I be able to use your pump for this type of installation?” Yes. You would be able to use...
Tue, Nov 24, 2020 at 7:38 PM
Can the Simple Pump motors be used with solar power?
Solar Power Motors Yes, the Simple Pump motors can be used in a solar power setup. Our DC Motor is designed to be frugal in its use of power and is ide...
Tue, Nov 24, 2020 at 7:03 PM
Can the Simple Pump work through my existing pipes and pitless adaptor?
Simple Pump and Existing Pipes and Pitless Adaptor The pipe from the submersible is just a pipe. The submersible pushes water up.  When it reaches the pitl...
Sat, Nov 7, 2020 at 5:14 PM
Do we need a check valve if not for the home, but irrigation?
If your irrigation system uses a pressure tank, then yes. A check valve is necessary when pumping into any pressurized system. Pressure is required to prope...
Wed, Oct 28, 2020 at 10:09 AM