Diaphragm pump

pja24 · 06/07/2015, 07:22 AM

Can the diaphragm pump be used with the shut off float valve. I have avast ato sensor with float valve. Was using a peristaltic pump (different brand) but it's no longer working. Or should I go with avast peristaltic pump? It runs for about 15 min. 4-5 times a day. Longevity concerns me.

Avast Marine · 06/08/2015, 07:27 AM

No problem at all running the diaphragm pump against a valve. You should have your sensor adjusted so the valve is a backup though, not the primary shut off mechanism.

pja24 · 06/08/2015, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Avast Marine

No problem at all running the diaphragm pump against a valve. You should have your sensor adjusted so the valve is a backup though, not the primary shut off mechanism.

Thanks. Sensor is primary shut off. Then two float switches, then float valve.

06/07/2015, 07:22 AM	#1
pja24 Registered Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: royal palm beach, florida Posts: 67	Diaphragm pump Can the diaphragm pump be used with the shut off float valve. I have avast ato sensor with float valve. Was using a peristaltic pump (different brand) but it's no longer working. Or should I go with avast peristaltic pump? It runs for about 15 min. 4-5 times a day. Longevity concerns me. __________________ 210 gallon, AGA 210, 75 gallon sump, Rapid LEDs, Apex, Aquamaxx cones 3, reeflo dart gold. 4-Mp40wes

06/08/2015, 07:27 AM	#2
Avast Marine RC Sponsor Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Northern VA Posts: 2,446	No problem at all running the diaphragm pump against a valve. You should have your sensor adjusted so the valve is a backup though, not the primary shut off mechanism. __________________ Dan Don't rush art, you get bad art.